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Welcome to BIG W’s Free Books for Kids podcast. Since 2019 BIG W has been giving out Free Books to families in our stores, and now our much loved program is available as an audio series. We know Everyday is a Big Day and that’s why we’ve got stories the whole family will love.

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    • Nov 2, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 5m AVG DURATION
    • 41 EPISODES
    • 5 SEASONS


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    The Little Mermaid.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 9:14


    Ariel dreams of becoming human and when she saves the life of a handsome prince, she falls in love with him. But her father forbids her from seeing him, so Ariel makes a deal with the evil sea witch. What will Ariel risk to be with her true love?©Disney Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Lion King.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 10:01


    When Simba is banished from the Pride Lands by his evil Uncle Scar, he is rescued by Timon and Pumbaa, two friendly and big-hearted animals from the jungle. Years later, when an old friend finds him, Simba must decide whether to return to his home. Will he claim his rightful place as king?©DisneyFind out more

    Beauty and The Beast.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 8:50


    Belle dreams of leaving her small town, but when she goes in search of her missing father she is imprisoned in a castle by a mysterious beast. Teapots talk, spoons dance and Belle discovers that things are never quite as they seem.©DisneyFind out more

    Encanto.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 6:57


    The Madrigal family have been blessed with a miracle. But who would they be without their gifts? A story about family, belonging and discovering your own magic, this is a book you will want to read again and again!©DisneyFind out more

    Toy Story.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 5:47


    Woody is jealous when Andy gets a new favourite toy —Buzz Lightyear, the space ranger! Will his jealousy upset the gang, or can Woody make friends with the newcomer?©Disney ©Disney/PixarFind More

    Moana.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 5:07


    Free-spirited Moana will be chief of Motunui one day. When danger threatens her island, she sets sail on an adventure to save her people. Will Moana be able to unlock the mystery of the sea and discover her true destiny?©DisneyFind out more

    Cars.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 4:36


    Lightning McQueen is a hot-shot young race car competing for the coveted Piston Cup.But when he gets lost on the way to the big race, he realises that he still has a lot to learn about what it takes to be a true friend.©Disney ©Disney/PixarFind More

    Frozen.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 5:30


    When the kingdom of Arendelle is trapped in an eternal winter, Anna sets off on a journey to find her sister, Queen Elsa. Can Anna put an end to Elsa's icy spell and save Arendelle?©DisneyFind More

    Mr Nonsense Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 5:01


    Mr Nonsense doesn't make much sense, as you can imagine! His best friend is Mr Silly and they get up to all sorts of silly behaviour that really doesn't make much sense. Mr Nonsense's house is right at the top of a tree! I wonder how he gets down every morning.Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Little Miss Curious Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 4:44


    Little Miss Curious wants to know the 'how?' 'why?' and 'what?' about everything. She is often surprised by the reactions she gets!Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Mr Cheerful Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 3:23


    Mr Cheerful wakes up with a smile, smiles all day and then goes to bed with a smile. He's happiest when he's smiling, which is all the time! Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Little Miss Giggles Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 6:40


    Little Miss Giggles is always giggling and it is very infectious. She is almost as happy as Mr Happy. She is cute, bubbly and girly and always looks on the bright side of life!Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Mr Tall Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 5:15


    Mr Tall Written by Roger Hargreaves See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Little Miss Wise Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 5:04


    Little Miss Wise is very sensible and wise. You won't catch her doing anything that's dangerous or could get her into trouble, oh no! Everything Little Miss Wise does makes sense.Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Mr Bounce Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 6:20


    Mr Bounce is a bouncy chap. Very bouncy indeed! He doesn't walk, he bounces. This is somewhat of a problem for him; he's always battered and bruised from landing in funny places, or accidentally bouncing out of windows. He's almost as accident prone as Mr Bump!Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Little Miss Magic Written by Roger Hargreaves

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 6:42


    Little Miss Magic can do anything and everything. She likes to use her powers to help her friends. What would you do if you had magic powers?Copyright 2007 and published by Penguin Random House Australia; and MEN™ LITTLE MISS™ Copyright © 2022 THOIP (a Sanrio company). All rights reserved See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Another Monster at the End of This Book. Written by Jon Stone & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 4:59


    There's another monster at the end of this book! Elmo wants to see who it is.Grover does NOT!But YOU do!Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    All Tucked in on Sesame Street. Written by Lillian Jaine & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 2:39


    Join Elmo, Oscar, Cookie Monster and the rest of the Sesame Street friends as they get cosy and comfy for bed. Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Love from Sesame Street. Written by Sesame Workshop & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 1:48


    Love comes in all shapes and sizes. Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Dream with Sesame Street. Written by Susanna Leonard Hill & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 4:34


    Where will your dreams take you?Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Just One You. Written by Lillian Jaine & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2021 2:25


    This is a story that's all about you, and all the spectacular things that you do. So please come along, and we'll show you it's true: there is one and only wonderful YOU!Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    I Love You Just Like This. Written by Lillian Jaine & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2021 3:37


    I've loved you all my life, every single day. I love you oh so much - I'll tell you all the ways!Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    What is Family on Sesame Street? Written by Craig Manning & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2021 4:41


    Family is where the heart is. Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Monster at the End of this Book. Written by Jon Stone & read by Gyton Grantley.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 3:17


    Lovable, furry old Grover is distressed to learn that there's a monster at the end of this book!Copyright: © 2021 Sesame Workshop.® Sesame Street® and associated characters, trademarks and design elements are owned and licensed by Sesame Workshop. All rights reserved. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Pearl: The Magical Unicorn. Written by Sally Odgers and illustrated by Adele K Thomas.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 26:12


    Meet Pearl.She is a magical unicorn. But Pearl doesn't quite know how to use her magic. With the help of her friends, Tweet and Olive, CAN PEARL BELIEVE IN HER MAGICAL SELF?And what happens when Pearl and her friends stumble upon three naughty, stinky gobble-uns!?Pearl: The Magical Unicorn. Written by Sally Odgers and illustrated by Adele K Thomas. Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2018.Sally Odgers asserts their moral rights as the author of this workKim Dale asserts their moral rights as the illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Diary of a Minecraft Zombie: Book 1 A Scare of a Dare. Written by Zack Zombie.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 30:23


    An Unofficial Minecraft WorkDisclaimer: This unofficial work is an original work of fan fiction which is not sanctioned nor approved by the makers of Minecraft. Minecraft is a registered trademark of, and owned by, Mojang Synergies AB, and its respective owners, which do not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this work. All characters, names, places, and other aspects of the game described herein are trademarked and owned by their respective owners. Minecraft ®/TM & © 2009-2020 Mojang.Have you ever wondered what life is like for a Minecraft Zombie? Take a peek into the diary of twelve-year-old Zack. He's just like you and me, only a little more green and a lot more DEAD!Zack goes to Scare School with his friends Creepy, Skelee and Slimey. In between scaring Villagers and going on school excursions to the End, he tries his best to get the attention of his Zombie sweetheart, Sally Cadaver. When Zack's biggest schoolyard rival dares him to touch an Iron Golem, it's his one chance to show SallyCadaver that he has UTS. Will he be able to survive the Iron Golem, impress Sally Cadaver and get an A+ on his Scare test?Diary of a Minecraft Zombie: Book 1 A Scare of a Dare. Written by Zack Zombie. Diary of a Minecraft Zombie © Zack Zombie Publishing 2016.Zack Zombie asserts to his moral rights as the author of this work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Ella and Olivia: Cupcake Catastrophe. Written by Yvette Poshoglian and illustrated by Danielle McDonald.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 17:50


    Ella and Olivia are making cupcakes for Dad's birthday. But when a cooking disaster strikes, will the party be ruined?Ella and Olivia: Cupcake Catastrophe. Written by Yvette Poshoglian and illustrated by Danielle McDonald. Text and illustration copyright © Scholastic Australia Pty Limited 2012.Yvette Poshoglian asserts their moral rights as the author of this workDanielle McDonald asserts their moral rights as the illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Book 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 5:10


    Please enjoy the first 2 chapters of The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Book 1.George and Harold have created the greatest superhero in the history of their elementary school—and now they're going to bring him to life! Meet Captain Underpants! His true identity is so secret, even he doesn't know who he is!The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Book 1. Written and illustrated by Dav Pilkey. Captain Underpants © Dav Pilkey 1997Dav Pilkey asserts his moral rights as the author and illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    If you're cheeky and you know it! Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Chris Kennett.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 1:39


    If you're cheeky and you know it.. come and pull a face, waddle around and chase your tail with some very cheeky animal friends!If you're cheeky and you know it! Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Chris Kennett. Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2013.Text copyright © P. Crumble 2013Illustration copyright © Chris Kennett 2013Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2013P Crumble asserts their moral rights as the author of this workChris Kennett asserts their moral rights as the illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Witch's Britches. Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Lucinda Gifford.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 3:03


    On Ethel's first day at witch school, she receives a package of very special underwear with one rule... 'Don't lose these britches, look after them well. They'll stop being magical if they smell!'. But what happens if they get loose? A funny tale of magical underwear!The Witch's Britches. Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Lucinda Gifford. Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2015.Text copyright © P. Crumble 2015Illustration copyright © Lucinda Gifford 2015Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2015P Crumble asserts their moral rights as the author of this workLucinda Gifford asserts their moral rights as the illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Lullaby and Goodnight. An Australian Lullaby. Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Kim Dale.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2020 2:21


    As the sun sets over the Australian bush, the baby animals are getting ready for sleep. Join the kookaburras, koalas, emus, wombats, and many more Australian animals, as they drift off to their favourite lullaby, safe and warm in bed.Lullaby and Goodnight. An Australian Lullaby. Written by P. Crumble and illustrated by Kim Dale. Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2017.Text copyright © P. Crumble 2017Illustration copyright © Kim Dale 2017Published by Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, 2017P Crumble asserts their moral rights as the author of this workKim Dale asserts their moral rights as the illustrator of this work See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    A Ragged Blossom Tale: The Great Rescue. Written by Kate Wenban and illustrated by Caroline Keys.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2020 6:21


    The bush is the home of many different Nuts and Blossoms known as the Gumnut Babies. This book is about a caring Blossom who decides to help her friend. A Ragged Blossom Tale: The Great Rescue. Written by Kate Wenban and illustrated by Caroline Keys. Stories and illustrations based on May Gibbs originals. © The Northcott Society and Cerebral Palsy Alliance 2020. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Scrub, Scrub, Clean

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 2:16


    Tune in as Simon Wiggle reads 'Scrub, Scrub, Clean', a fun and exciting audio recording about healthy habits. The fourth book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Buckle Up and Be Safe

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 2:16


    Tune in as Anthony Wiggle reads 'Buckle Up and Be Safe', a fun and educational audio recording about road safety. The second book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Home Safe Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 2:16


    Tune in as Lachy Wiggle reads 'Home, Safe Home' a fun and educational audio recording about home safety. The fifth book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - The Wiggles Love Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 1:26


    Tune in as Emma Wiggle reads 'The Wiggles Love Books', a fun and engaging audio recording about...BOOKS...! The third book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Mind Your Manners

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 2:24


    Tune in as Simon Wiggle reads 'Mind Your Manners' a fun and engaging audio recording about being polite and well mannered. The sixth book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - How Are You Feeling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 2:31


    Tune in as Emma Wiggle reads 'How are you feeling, Wiggles?' a fun and exciting audio recording about feelings. The seventh book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Yummy, Yummy in My Tummy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 1:50


    Tune in as Anthony Wiggle reads 'Yummy, Yummy In My Tumm!' a fun and engaging audio recording about healthy eating. The eighth book available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    The Wiggles: 'Here to Help' - Splish, Splash, Safety

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 2:16


    Tune in as Lachy Wiggle reads 'Splish, Splash, Safety', a fun and exciting audio recording about water safety. The first book that was available in BIG W's Free Books for Kids program. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    Free Books for Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2020 0:27


    Welcome to BIG W's Free Books for Kids podcast. Since 2019 BIG W has been giving out Free Books to families in our stores, and now our much loved program is available as an audio series. We know Everyday is a Big Day and that's why we've got stories the whole family will love. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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