Epic Stories with Eliana

So many requests from listeners lately! This time, Shepherd's mommy requested a story from the “If You Give a Mouse…” series. Eliana had not read this one yet, so she was excited as well!  Written by Laura Numeroff, Illustrated by Felicia Bond Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

Eliana missed her dog, Danny, more than usual the past week or two. We decided to read a dog book that is a little bit silly to remember him.  Written by Dav Pilkey Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

Eliana is a bit of a ballet kid, maybe just dance in general. She enjoyed the story Sofia requested quite a bit. It also made James do some research on how to pronounce some of the French ballet terms. We hope you enjoy it, Sofia! Written by Holly Sterling Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

A special request today from inside Eliana and James's house in this episode from MOMMY! She requested that not only we read the story about Pigeon going to school, but also for Eliana to read it and show off her reading skills. Eliana is a lot like Pigeon starting school this year with all the feelings that come along with that. Written by Mo Willems Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

While we have read a Jake and the Neverland Pirates story on the podcast, we haven't read the actual Peter Pan story. Some of the terms are a bit dated, but it is still a fun story of fantasy, pixie dust, sword fights, and pirates. Adapted by Addison Leigh Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

Eliana still loves everything Halloween. We found a kid-friendly scary story with a bunny and a crayon who can help him get good grades on all his projects. Why is that so creepy?? Happy Halloween from Eliana and James! Written by Aaron Reynolds, Illustrated by Peter Brown Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

Eliana received a special request for new episodes from a new friend all the way in Australia, Reeves! We will take a pirate ship ride across the ocean on a quest for golden underpants!  Written by Claire Freedman & Ben Cort Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

With grandma and grandpa visiting us last week, Eliana really wanted to read a book about grandparents. Interestingly enough, this is the same illustrator as the Fourth of July Mice! Written by Douglas Wood, Illustrated by Doug Cushman Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

Eliana and James are a day late on their 4th of July story, but we hope you had as much fun as the mice on the holiday! Written by Bethany Roberts, Illustrated by Doug Cushman Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana

To wrap up the rhyming week of stories, James and Eliana read the firs in the Llama Llama series. If you liked this one, there are so many more to enjoy. You will have to let us know if there is a Papa Llama story in the series! Written and Illustrated by Anna Dewdney Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

James thought this story was the song boom chicka boom... Instead, it is a fun rhyming story to teach the alphabet! Written by Bill Martin Jr and John Archambault, Illustrated by Lois Ehlert Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

The second request this week is for Bennett! His mother shared one of his favorites about a little boy who wears a dragon costume and goes on adventures. Now, Eliana wants to read more of the Dragonboy series. Thank you for sharing your favorite with us!  Written by Fabio Napoleoni Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Our first request of the week is for Lucy! Her mother requested a fun story about Peppa Pig. Eliana thinks Peppa and her friend are correct that unicorns are more exciting than horses! Adapted by Lauren Holloway and Cala Spinner Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana lost a stuffed animal when she was about the Knuffle Bunny's little girl's age. Fortunately, this story has a happier ending. Enjoy James making baby noises! Written by Mo Willems Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and James read another Dr. Seuss  request from one of our listeners… Vera! Generations of children love hearing his stories! Written and Illustrated  by Dr. Seuss Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana wanted to read the follow-up to Wreck-It Ralph because she loves a story about a bad guy becoming good and helping his friends. This time, Ralph becomes an internet sensation! Adapted by Nancy Parent, Illustrated by Helen Chen, Designed by Tony Fejeran Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

James and Eliana have a special request from Kelsey who loves reading. Funny enough, Eliana loves unicorns and rainbows. She even has unicorn clips to give her a colorful tail in her hair! Written by Mallory Loehr, Illustrated by Joey Chou Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Do you celebrate Taco Tuesdays? Eliana and James read a story about a little dragon and his family who LOVE it! Written by OM Wolf, Illustrated by Danico Publico Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

James and Eliana read another classic tale like Snow White. This time we picked the Disney version of Beauty and the Beast! Written by Disney Books Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana has a very special treat today… Her reading her first full story! She practiced so hard to make sure she was ready. We hope you love it! Written by Olivier Dunrea Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

It's about time for Eliana to head to bed. We read a good night story for her to share with everyone! Written by Gabriella DeGennaro, Published by World of Eric Carle Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Sometimes children (and bears) have sitters when their parents leave together. The Berenstain Bear cubs learn that Mrs. Grizzle (or Griddle like James wants to call her) is not so bad after all!  Written by Stan & Jan Berenstain Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and James love pizza… but should they eat it every night? NO!  Written by Kenji J. Lopez-Alt, Illustrated by Gianna Ruggiero Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana watched all three Guardians movies in the past month and loved them! She wanted to read a story about their adventures. Written by Tomas Palacios, Illustrated by Ron Lim and Marcelo Pinto Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana loves the Disney version of the Snow White story but we read a slightly different version to talk about how stories can change or be retold over time. Written by Rebecca Bondor, Illustrated by Jeannine Petty Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

The cows have demands of the farmer in this story where Eliana and James try to figure out how a cow can type! Written by Doreen Cronin, Illustrated by Betsy Lewin Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Babar the elephant has been read to children for nearly 100. Eliana just thought it was funny to have an elephant in fancy clothes driving a car! Written by Jean De Brunhoff Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana brought a special guest with her today who just happens to be in the story… Chase! He loved listening to the pups solve a pirate mystery. Written by Fabrizio Petrossi and Nickelodeon Publishing Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Olivia is certainly an opinionated young pig with big thoughts and ideas. It certainly sounds like a lot of children! We had to rush a bit to wrap up the episode before the heat turned on but enjoy the story! Written by Ian Falconer Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Who started a summer camp under the sea?? Spongebob Squarepants!! It doesn't quite work in the song but join us as Spongebob learns about summer camp! Written by Ben Clanton Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

It's snowing today here, and this week across a lot of the United States! The snowy day is a perfect story for the weather! Written by Ezra Jack Keats Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana had a copy of this classic and a stuffed animal of Peter since she was very little. Eliana likes sneaky Peter, but James likes Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-tail. Written by Beatrix Potter Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana has a very good friend named Madeline (MAD-uh-lin), so of course, James pronounced the name of the story wrong for most of the podcast… Hopefully, you enjoy the rhyming story of Mad-uh-LINE! Written by Ludwig Bemelmans Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana memorized the story of the 3 little pigs at a very early age. Now, we get to hear the big bad wolf's version of this classic tale! Written by A. Wolf, As Told to Jon Scieszka, Illustrated by Lane Smith Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and James took a week off for the holidays, but we are back to learn about the new year's traditions of a Colombian family! Let us know what your family traditions are for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day! Written by Alexandra Alessandri, Illustrated by Addy Rivera Sanda Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and James went back 200 years for the original poem. Eliana really enjoyed the old names of the reindeer. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to everyone from our family to yours! Written by Clement Clarke Moore Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

For our 50th episode, we read one of the household favorites. Eliana got this book as a present for her literal birthday, and we have read it so many times over the years. Written by Deborah Diessen, Illustrated by Dan Hanna Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana is an only child, so there isn't an Eliana the Second around the house. The closest in our house are her dog and cat friends! Adapted by Andrea Posner-Sanchez from the script “Sofia the Second” by Eria Rothschild, Illustrated by Grace Lee Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Sometimes Eliana's don't work like they should. We wish we had someone like Doc McStuffins to fix them for her! Based on the episode written by Kurt Redeker, Based on the series created by Chris Nee, Adapted by Sheila Sweeny Higginson, Illustrated by Alan Batson Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana's mami got her a code from the library to watch a live performance of the Nutcracker ballet. In preparation for the show, we read the story of the Nutcracker, Rat King, and Sugar Plum Fairy. Written by Susan Jeffers Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Love Monster is a kind monster who is a bit of a fraidy cat. Eliana and James find out if he can work up the courage to find what's making the noises at bedtime! Written by Rachel Bright Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and James found a new holiday story about a little red elf. She is dedicated and hardworking. Will she get all the presents or will she still share with her friends that didn't want help? Written by Barbara Barbieri McGrath, Illustrated by Rosalinde Bonnet Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana listens to a playlist with Disney Classic Stories on it while going to bed. We decided to record the first one in the playlist… Wreck-It Ralph! Is he really a bad guy or is he just misunderstood? Adapted by Victoria Saxson, Illustrated by Lorelay Bove, Designed by Tony Fejeran Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

All of the versions of Scooby-Doo are some of Eliana's favorite tv shows. She loves the monsters and mysteries that end in a kid-friendly way. Is there really a monster or is Scooby just a little afraid while getting ready for bed? Written by Michael Dahl, Illustrated by Scott Jerolds Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana got this book as a gift when she was a baby. We have read it to her hundreds of times. She always loves watching Gerald get the courage to do his own dance! Written by Giles Andreae, Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana's mami told her about Arthur the aardvark that she watched when she was a kid. Eliana wasn't very interested until she learned he had a podcast! Here's Arthur learning a lesson about listening to tv commercials. Written by Marc Brown Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana is learning Spanish and stories with Go Diego Go and Dora the Explorer are an excellent way to learn a few more words. Plus, what kid doesn't love a dinosaur story! Adapted by Shelia Sweeny Higginson, Illustrated by Art Mawhinney Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Happy Thanksgiving to all our listeners! In our Thanksgiving story, we found out if the little mouse can get himself a leftover Thanksgiving feast or if the greeny-eyed cat will stop him! Written by Judy Cox, Illustrated by Jeffery Ebbeler Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana likes Sonic because he runs FAST! We had a request from Thiago to learn more about Sonic and his friends! Written by Penguin Young Reader Licenses Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

Eliana and her super friends read a tiny hero adventure story with Batman, Superman, Aquaman, and the rest of their super friends to see if they can stop Lux Luthor! Written by Bill Wrecks, Illustrated by Dan Schoening Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message

While it's not quite snowing in most places, let's join a sledding trip with Piglet and the rest of Winnie the Pooh's friends! Written byIsable Gaines, Illustrated by Francesc Rigol Send us a voice message or request at ⁠Epic Stories with Eliana --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/epic-stories-with-eliana/message