Little Big Stories with Marcus and Ashley

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Little stories, BIG impact! Listen while Marcus and Ashley share stories and songs, that will knock your socks off! These original stories are jam-packed with catchy tunes, life lessons and positive messages. Ashley, is an Early Childhood Music Educator and songwriter, dedicated to providing quality music and stories, that encourage… kindness, inclusion, cooperation and imagination. Tune in every other Monday, for a new Episode! A podcast for children Ages 2-8 years old.

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    • Mar 21, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 10m AVG DURATION
    • 53 EPISODES


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    Airplane Adventures PART 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2023 16:11


    Hello Little Big Listeners. We are so happy to be back.  Listen as Marcus, Mabel and Ashley discover all there is to know about flying on an airplane.  Keep up to date on the latest episode by following us on IG: @littlebigstoriespod  

    Airplane Adventures PART 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 12:56


    Marcus, Mabel and Ashley go on a trip! This is Marcus and Mabel's first time on a plane. Find out all the interesting things that happen on their adventure and stay tuned for Part 2 on August 15th.  Little Big Stories will be releasing an album soon! We look forward to sharing our music with you.  Follow us on IG: @littlebigstoriespod Visit our website if you wish to donate to our podcast www.whensongbirdssing.com

    Growing up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 14:30


    Mabel shares a story with us about her favourite shirt! What happens when she finds out it's too small for her? Marcus and Mabel discover a mysterious box in the attic, what could be inside?   Little Big Stories will be submitting 1 new episode a month for June, July and August while Ashley works on a the Little Big Stories Album, to be released late August 2022.    Thank you for your support, we appreciate you.    Follow us on IG for updates @littlebigstoriespod

    Out To Sea- LB Meditations with Mabel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 10:43


    Mabel takes us out to sea, I wonder what we're going to see! Take in the fresh sea air and breathe your way into your imagination. Get cozy and enjoy the ride! If you would like to show Little Big Meditations your support please consider giving a donation. Visit www.whensongbirdssing.com     

    My Stuffie Named Squish

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 15:40


    Marcus has a stuffie named squish that he loves very much. Squish is always there for him but on this particular day squish runs into a problem! Who's there to help? Have a story idea? Email us @ littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com If you live in Toronto, Ontario and looking to hire someone for your child's birthday party... Visit www.whensongbirdssing.com and check out our services!

    What's that on my plate?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 12:58


    Marcus visits his cousin Charlotte and she learns all about the different food groups and tries a new dish she's never tried before! Do you want to showcase your talent on one of our episodes? Or maybe you have a story idea? Email us at - Littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com If LBS is valuable to your family please consider making a donation, we appreciate your help :) www.whensongbirdssing.com 

    A walk in the snow- LB Meditations with Mabel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 9:39


    Using our breathe to relax the body and mind as Mabel takes us on a adventure through the snow.  If you could share one thing about yourself to the world what would it be? For Life and Wellness coaching please contact Ashley at: info@ashleybraga.com and or visit www.whensongbirdssing.com for more information.  If Little Big Meditations is valuable to your family please consider making a donation, we appreciate your support.  Like, share and review this podcast. We would love to hear from you!  

    Baking Cookies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 17:20


    Marcus and Mabel come together in Mabel's kitchen and bake Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Marcus learns how to be more patient and realizes some things are worth waiting for! To see the full cookie recipe add us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod.... Tag us! We would love to see our Little Big Listeners baking with someone they love.  If Little Big Stories is valuable to your family please consider making a one time or monthly donation- Visit www.whensongsbirdssing.com  Thank you!  

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    Introducing-Little Big Meditations with Mabel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 8:41


    Welcome to Little Big Meditations with Mabel, where we learn to take deep breathes, pay attention to our body and dive deep into our imagination through a guided visualization. Each episode will ask important questions that encourage introspection and reflection.  This series is geared towards children ages 4 and up and is best enjoyed in a quiet space away from distractions.  Little Big Meditation episodes will be released every other Monday of the month right here on the Little Big Stories podcast.  Please share this series with a child you know!

    Not too little

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 13:37


    Happy New Year everyone and welcome back to season 3 of Little Big Stories! In this episode Marcus and Mabel bump into an old friend who doesn't feel very happy with who she is. Leave it to Marcus and Mabel to remind their friend that who she is JUST RIGHT! Have a story idea? Email us @ Littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  Add us on Instagram for the latest news @littlebigstoriespod If LBS is valuable to your family please consider making a one time or monthly donation.  https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast     

    Sledding in the snow

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 12:39


    Marcus celebrates Hanukkah and receives a special gift. Mabel invites Marcus to go sledding and meet someone that needs their help.  The Little Big Stories team hopes you have a wonderful holiday and a Happy New Year!  We'll be back for season 3 on January 10th.  Find us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod If you would like to donate to Little Big Stories please click here: https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast 

    What‘s new in 2022? (Adult Listener)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2021 4:46


    To all our Little Big Listeners! Ashley and Marcus have big plans for 2022 but we need your help! Unfortunately our studio is in need of an upgrade and we have a wish list. We are in need of new recording software and a computer. If you are able to donate even $1 we would so appreciate your support please visit https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast . As a thank you when our album is released you will receive a free Mp3 download with a custom video from Marcus, Ashley and Mabel!  We would love nothing more than to continue to reach the hearts and minds of as many children as possible so thank you for your support.  Help us reach our goal of $5000 by February 2022! Find us on Instagram for updates @littlebigstoriespod  Email us at: littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  

    Grandma Anne‘s Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 15:52


    Marcus and Mabel visit grandma Anne and are in for a big surprise! Has grandma Anne turned her backyard into a farm? What animals does she have?  Reach us at Littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  we would love to hear from you.  If you would like to send LBS a monthly or one time donation you can do so by visiting www.whensongbirdssing.com . We appreciate your support in keeping this podcast alive! 

    Lemonade & Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 17:35


    Marcus and Mabel open up a lemonade stand! They learn about money, counting change and serving their community.    If Little Big Stories is valuable to your family please consider making a donation here -> https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast  Have a story idea? Email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com Add us on Instagram the latest and greatest! @littlebigstoriespod 

    Pumpkin Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 13:37


    Mabel and Marcus carve out pumpkins for halloween! Marcus feels a little bit insecure about his art skills but with Mabel on his side he remembers he's special in his own way.  Follow us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod Please review, rate and share this podcast with someone you know.  If you have a story idea you can write Little Big Stories at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  

    Learning to read

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 16:36


    Marcus is so excited to visit the library with his class and get his very own library card. He finds a book he likes and really wants to learn to read but will he?   Please donate to Little Big Stories, anything helps! www.whensongbirdssing.com   

    My Very First Pet (Sensitive Content)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 13:53


    ** Please be advised** This Episode is about loss. Please listen to the first part of the episode to ensure this content is age appropriate for your child.  Marcus tells us about the time he bought his first pet. Spike the fish becomes sick and Marcus counts on his friends to help him through the loss of his pet.  Follow us on Instagram: @littlebigstoriespod

    Back to school

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 12:45


    This episode Marcus tells us about the time he forgot his lunch at home on his first day back at school. This is the day when Ashley met Mabel!   Story idea? Email us @ littlebigstoirespod@gamail.com If Little Big Stories is valuable to your family please consider making a one time or monthly donation. www.whensongbirdssing.com   Thank You!  

    The final game

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 11:44


    Marcus tells us all about his final baseball game of the season. Mabel comes to cheer him on and someone he didn't expect shows up! If LBS is valuable to your family please consider making a donation to help us grow, anything helps.  Have a story idea? Email us @ littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com or find us on IG @littlebigstoriespod  Thank you!

    Red Maple Tree

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 10:27


    Mabel and Marcus plant a Red Maple tree in Mabel's backyard. A special friend comes by to visit and Marcus and Mabel sing about ways to keep the planet happy and healthy.  If Little Big Stories is valuable to your family please consider donating to help us grow!  https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast Add us on Instagram! @littlebigstoriespod  Have a story idea? Email us @ littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  

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    When Marcus and Ashley met

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 12:42


    Have you ever wondered how Marcus and Ashley know each other? Well, now you'll find out on this weeks episode. Please like, share and review this podcast and if LBS is valuable to your family please considered donating! We would love to provide you with more content and reach as many children as we can.  www.whensongbirdssing.com IG: @littlebigstoriespod  Thank you

    Special offerings and Little Big news! - For the Adult listener

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 4:51


    Hello there! Ashley shares some special offerings to the Little Big community.  For a custom song, video message or to make a donation please visit https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/little-big-stories-podcast  To book a live show with Ashley and Marcus please visit https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/birthday-parties Please follow, like, rate, share and write a review wherever you listen to LBS, we really appreciate it! Also follow us on Instagram for the latest updates @littlebigstoriespod Have a great idea for an episode? Email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com

    Train ride to Charlottes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 16:22


    Marcus take the Via Rail to Montreal to visit his cousin Charlotte. Find out what happens on his train adventure! Thank you Oliver for writing in to Little Big Stories.  Find us on Instagram @littlebigstoirespod Email us @ littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com Help support Little Big Stories by making a donation www.whensongbirdssing.com   Thank you for your support. 

    Big Sister Mabel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 11:04


    Mabel tells us all about the day she became a big sister! Mabel feels many different emotions on this special day but once she meets her new baby brother she can't wait to teach him everything she knows.  Thank you to Ronnie, Adam and family for writing in to Little Big Stories.  Please support us by liking, reviewing, sharing and subscribing to our podcast. Have a idea for a story? You can find us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod or email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com 

    Friends that defend- A superhero tale!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 9:55


    Marcus uses his imagination and becomes his own kind of superhero! Someone needs Marcus's help and Mabel is the perfect sidekick.  Thank you to Harvey, Maxa and Violette for writing into Little Big Stories! If you would like to reach us you can follow us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod or email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com Now go out there and be your own kind of superhero!

    Pool Party at Theo's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 10:22


    It's Theodore's birthday and he's having a pool party! Marcus and Mabel are invited to celebrate Theo's special day.  If you want to reach out to Little Big Stories you can email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod   Please follow, like, review and share our podcast. We appreciate the support! 

    Episode 21: Marcus visits Dr.Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 12:40


    Marcus goes to the doctor for a check up and guess who he ends up seeing there?    Dr. Miller- Played by: Daniel Hamaway  Thank you Whitney and Everleigh for writing in!   Have a story idea? Email us at: Littlebigstories@gmail.com Find us on IG: @littlebigstoriespod   

    Episode 20: To the zoo we go!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 15:00


    Marcus and Mabel tell us about the time they went to visit their local Zoo. Mabel plays a special song for her favourite animal and Marcus communicates with a Gorilla.  Come join us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod  

    Episode 19: Hockey and Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 14:13


    Marcus tells us about the time he learned how to play hockey! Mabel invites him to one of her games and he cheers her on.    Have a story idea you would like to share? Contact us @littlebigstoriespod on Instagram or through email @ littlebigstoiresoid@gmail.com    

    Episode 18: Easter at Grandmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 14:23


    Marcus visits grandma Anne for Easter. Grandma has a special surprise and Mabel comes to join in the fun.    Have an idea for a story? Email us at littlebigstories@gmail.com   Follow us on Instagram @littlebigstoriespod

    FREE family, child and youth coaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 8:01


    It's an especially challenging time and children and families are in need of support. Ashley is offering 3 free coaching sessions to 10 families.  Ashley is a Life and wellness Coach that specializes in Family, child and youth coaching.  If you or someone you know could use support during this time please contact Ashley at info@ashleybraga.com  

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    Episode 17: Theodore's Last Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 13:14


    It's Theo's last day at school, he's moving away! Marcus tries to manage his feelings and finds a way to say goodbye to one of his good friends. Mabel and Marcus write Theo a song. We would love to hear from you! You can reach us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com 

    Episode 16: My little shadow

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 10:58


    Marcus tells us all about his little cousin Charlotte. She's small, she's cute and she's his little shadow.  Do you have a great idea for a story? Email us at littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  Follow us on Instagram: @littlebigstoriespod 

    Episode 15: Ruby the Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 12:33


    Mabel welcomes a new furry friend to the family. Mabel tells us the story of the very first time she met Ruby the dog.  Thank you to Chad and Hazel for writing in to Little Big Stories. Follow us on Instagram: @littlebigstoriespod https://www.instagram.com/littlebigstoriespod/?hl=en

    Adult Listener- Guitar and songwriting lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 1:30


    Ashley is now offering online guitar and songwriting lessons for ages 5-18 years old. For more information on fees, scheduling and any other questions you may have please email Ashley at llittlebigstoriespod@gmail.com www.whensongbirdssing.com www.ashleybraga.com  

    Episode 14- The NOTE that got away

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 8:54


    Ashley tells a story inspired by one of our Little Big Listeners, Matilda. Middle C decides to leave his piano book and take a little trip!   If you have an idea for a story you would like to share please email us at  littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com     

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    Episode 13: Marcus Does a Good Deed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2021 12:45


    Marcus realizes he has too many toys in his room and gets upset. Listen to how he handles his feelings and what he does for his community.  This episode may be helpful for: - Separation anxiety - How to handle deep emotions  - Self regulation  - Small ways to give back  - Tidying up   For Ages 3 and up

    Episode 12: Big Kid Bed

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 9:41


    Marcus tells us about the time he got his very first big kid bed!  * If your child is ready to transfer from a crib or toddler bed into a big sized bed we hope this episode helps with the transition* Contact us: littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com  

    For the adult listener, from Ashley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2020 1:38


    Hello parents, guardians, families and educators. Please take a moment to listen to this episode. **Important content ** Second season of LBS - #1 Monday January 11 - #2 Monday January 25  littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com www.whensongbirdssing.com IG: @littlebigstoriespod

    Episode 11: A day in the snow

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 13:31


    Marcus just loves winter. Listen as he tells us all about the time he spent the whole day in the snow! Happy Holidays to all our Little Big Listeners! We appreciate your support this past year and hope you'll join us again in the New Year. 

    Episode 10: Halloween fun

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2020 9:36


    Marcus tells us about the time he went out for Halloween with his friend Mabel.     

    Episode 9: You and I + Apple Pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 10:34


    Marcus meets up with Mabel at an apple orchard and Marcus learns how to make apple pie!  Mmmmm apple pie...    Please make sure to rate, review and share this podcast. We appreciate all your love and support.   M&A

    Episode 8: First Day of Kindergarten

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 12:09


    Marcus tells us all about his first day of kindergarten where he met his friend Mabel for the very first time.    Please make sure to download, subscribe and leave a review.    Thank you for your support

    Episode 7: A day at the Lake

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2020 10:30


    Marcus and Mabel visit the lake. Marcus faces his fears and does something he's never tried before.    If you have a moment please like and review Little Big Stories, your support means a lot to us. 

    Episode 6: Fire Chef Marcus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 12:11


    Marcus tells us about the time he visited the fire station! Mabel's there to show him around but what happens when the hear the alarm?   Thanks for listening! Email us at: Littlebigstoriespod@gmail.com

    Episode 5: Gardening with Grandma

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 8:19


    Marcus tells us a story about the time he planted flowers in his grandma's garden. Marcus makes some new friends while working hard on his grandma's farm.   Follow us on Instagram! @littlebigstoriespod  

    I am a Tree

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 2:17


    Spring time is finally here! Enjoy a song from Ashley Braga's album "Ladder to the Moon" If your interested in purchasing Ashley album please visit https://www.whensongbirdssing.com/music

    Episode 4: Two Birds and an Egg

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 8:44


    Marcus tells us a story about two birds looking to start a family. Find out how it all unravels on this months episode of Little Big Stories.  Find us on youtube for more information and videos! Little Big Stories Youtube Channel

    Episode 3: Bored, Bored, Bored!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 7:57


    Marcus is bored, bored, bored! Listen as Marcus tells us his story of the time he stayed home from school. Mabel helps Marcus come up with fun activities to do at home.  Follow us on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1p5XvwlWVfeJm4QgFbJjwQ

    Little Big Stories Presents-The Silly Sock Quartet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 1:20


    Hi Friends, it's me Marcus! I'm in the mood for dancing, are you? Let's give our brain a break and our bodies and shake!    Follow us on Youtube for our video!  https://youtu.be/339HGFn_ck8

    Ladder to the Moon-Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 2:25


    For more information on Ashley Braga's music please visit www.whensongbirdssing.com

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