Dorktales Storytime

• Alice’s Birthday Bummer - A Wonderland Story for Kids

  Send us a textIn Wonderland, nothing is ever quite what it seems, including Alice’s birthday. The White Rabbit, who promised to celebrate with her, keeps darting off in all directions. Even the Mad Hatter deflates her hopes for a special day when he un-invites her to tea—because it’s not her unbirthday. Feeling lost and forgotten, Alice wonders if anything can turn the day around—until the Cheshire Cat appears with a curious new path to follow. In a land where left is right and up is down, a day full of bummers might just bounce back into the best birthday yet.Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/alices-birthday-bummer/DOWNLOAD COLOR PAGE: https://bit.ly/dorktalesEP114colorpage          GRAB YOUR FREE PDF list of conversation questions for this episode: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep114freePDF PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: In “Alice’s Birthday Bummer,” young listeners journey through the emotional ups and downs of a birthday that doesn’t go as planned. As Alice faces disappointment, confusion, and the chaos of Wonderland, she also learns the importance of expressing her feelings, leaning on her friends, and staying open to unexpected joy. The story gently encourages emotional resilience, empathy, and the idea that a “bad day” can still hold a happy ending.IF YOU ENJOYED THIS STORY about Alice in Wonderland, you may like these episodes:Alice in Slumberland https://jonincharacter.com/alice-in-slumberland/ Jabberwock This Way https://jonincharacter.com/jabberwock-this-way/ CREDITS: This episode is a Jonincharacter production. It was written by Monique Hafen Adams, edited and produced by Molly Murphy and performed by Jonathan Cormur and Sabrina Glow. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific Grove Soundworks.Join the Summer Listening Challenge—find out more and get your tracker: https://jonincharacter.com/summer-listening/Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: [email protected] DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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• Mr. Redge’s Hotline: Sizzling Summer Listener Q&A Spectacular!

  Send us a textThe sun is shining, the questions are sizzling, and Mr. Redge is soaking it all in—headphones on, beach towel out, and ready for the A’s to your Q’s! It’s the summer edition of Mr. Redge’s Hotline, where we answer YOUR curious, clever, and wonder-filled questions. Jonathan and Redge share favorite podcast moments, reveal the most important lore story from the Land of Once Upon a Time, snack on seaweed crisps, and send out shoutouts galore. Plus, Jonathan shares exciting updates about the Summer Listening Challenge and what’s coming next in the Dorktales world. So grab your lemonade and tune in for a sunny episode filled with a few laughs and lots of listener love.JOIN THE SUMMER LISTENING CHALLENGE and earn rewards: https://jonincharacter.com/summer-listening/ FOR THE GROWNUPS: Want to send in a question for a future Hotline episode? Email us at [email protected] with your young listener’s first name, age, and their awesome question—written or recorded! You can also reach us through our contact form at https://jonincharacter.com/contact-the-podcast/, leave a comment on Spotify, or include a question in a 5-star review. We’ll do our best to feature as many as we can!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Riddle of Red Herring Reef: https://jonincharacter.com/riddle-of-red-herring-reef/ Donna and Greta’s So-fish-ticated Seaweed Snacks(In Isabella Alone Abbott):https://jonincharacter.com/isabella-aiona-abbott/ The Magical Doorway: https://jonincharacter.com/the-magical-doorway/ Jolly Holly Hedgehog: https://jonincharacter.com/jolly-holly-hedgehog/Owen and the Order of the Ancient Cedar: https://jonincharacter.com/owen-and-the-order-of-the-ancient-cedar/ Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: [email protected] DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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• Riddle of Red Herring Reef - Adventure Stories for Kids

  Send us a textWhile exploring the Fantasea in their magical minivan-submarine, Jonathan and Redge discover Red Herring Reef, a vibrant underwater village. Just in time for the annual Jubilee of the Sea art show, they meet Ariel the mermaid, who dazzles as the MuSEAum’s lively curator. While on the School of Fish tour, they find one of the frames is mysteriously empty! Their curiosity turns into a full-blown caper, as our friends flip their fins and dive into detective mode to crack the case. What they uncover may reveal more than just the whereabouts of the artwork—it could help a mermaid re-discover her voice. Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/riddle-of-red-herring-reef/ DOWNLOAD the free color page: https://bit.ly/missing-masterpiece          GRAB YOUR FREE PDF list of conversation questions for this episode: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep113freePDF PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: In Riddle of Red Herring Reef, Jonathan and Redge travel to an underwater village where they meet Ariel the Mermaid, curator and tour guide of an undersea art show. When a mysterious empty frame is discovered, Redge takes on the role of detective to crack the case. As the clues unfold, Ariel reveals that she created the missing painting but hid it out of fear of sharing her personal expression. The encouragement of her new friends helps her find the courage to display her work and celebrate her voice. This episode gently explores themes of self-confidence, creativity, and the importance of community support.IF YOU ENJOYED THIS STORY you may enjoy learning about  Eugenie Clark and Isabella Aiona Abbott, two Hidden Heroes of History whose work in our oceans helped all mankind:https://jonincharacter.com/eugenie-clark/https://jonincharacter.com/isabella-aiona-abbott/ CREDITS: This episode is a Jonincharacter production. This story was written by Kristin Schmitz and Molly Murphy. Ariel and Gill were performed by Sophie, who you can find streaming on twitch.tv/s0ph. All other characters were performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific Grove Take the Summer Listening Challenge—find out more and get your tracker: https://jonincharacter.com/summer-listening/ Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: [email protected] DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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• Alan Turing, Hidden Hero of History

  Send us a textA tale of secret codes and early computers! Alan Turing was a British mathematician and thinker who helped turn the tide of World War II for the United Kingdom and its allies. His groundbreaking work also laid the foundation for much of the technology we use today. As a child, Alan loved solving puzzles—like tracking the patterns of bees—and as a teen, he spent many late nights working through challenging math problems. From imagining the Turing Machine to cracking the uncrackable Enigma Code, Alan’s story is one of brilliance, perseverance, and bravery. He didn’t always fit in, but his unique way of thinking changed the world.Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/alan-turing/              Get a free activity guide on Alan Turing: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep112freePDF If you enjoyed this story about Alan Turing, you may also enjoy learning about Mary Golda Ross, another STEM hero of history whose early work in space exploration helped put humans into space: https://jonincharacter.com/mary-golda-ross/ CREDITS: Hidden Heroes of History is a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written by Rebecca Cunningham, edited and produced by Molly Murphy and performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific Grove Soundworks.Take the Summer Listening Challenge—find out more and get your tracker: https://jonincharacter.com/summer-listening/ Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: [email protected] DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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• Journey to Slumberland - Bedtime Stories for Kids

  Send us a textHesper, the Fairy of the Evening Star, casts a dream-traveling spell to take Redge on his long-awaited journey to Slumberland. With her moth companion, Vesper, by her side, the trio soar along the starry brick road to explore the dreamy realm’s enchanting destinations—from a visit to the Shut Eye Shopping District, a cuppa at Forty Winks Tea House, and a run through the clouds to catch some Z’s at Catnap Castle. Let the stardust of this story work its magic and slip you into a lovely sleep. Your dreams will be sweet and grand in merry Slumberland! This episode includes the lullaby, Slumberland, by Molly Murphy.Go to the episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/journey-to-slumberland/ GRAB YOUR FREE PDF list of conversation questions for this episode: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep111freePDF PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: In “Journey to Slumberland,” Hesper the fairy of the evening star guides her moth companion Vesper and their friend Redge the hedgehog along the starry brick road to Slumberland. They  practice mindful thinking and shop for the essentials they'll need for restful slumber - sleep masks, cozy pajamas, and calming teas. Redge learns from Slumberland's locals how rest and self-care are as important as a bedtime adventure. This tale encourages children to embrace curiosity, rely on supportive friends, and develop simple bedtime routines that help them drift into restful, imaginative sleep.IF YOU ENJOYED THIS BEDTIME SLEEP STORY with Hesper and Vesper, you might also enjoy two other stories: EP75 Once Upon a Lullaby: https://jonincharacter.com/once-upon-a-lullaby/EP89 The Disobedient Dream: https://jonincharacter.com/the-disobedient-dream/ CREDITS: This episode is a Jonincharacter production. This story was written and produced by Molly Murphy. Special thanks to Molly who performed the character Hesper, the fairy of the evening star. All other characters were performed by Jonathan Cormur. The song ‘Slumberland’ was written, produced and performed by Molly Murphy and mastered by Jermaine Hamilton. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Pacific GrTake the Summer Listening Challenge—find out more and get your tracker: https://jonincharacter.com/summer-listening/ Support the showREACH OUT! Send us a TEXT: if your young listener has a question. Pls include their first name in the text. Your name/number is hidden so it's a safe way to reach out. Send us an email: [email protected] DM us on IG @dorktalesstorytime Library of Resources: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/Dorktales-Library-Card One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dorktales Our Pod's Songs on Bandcamp: https://dorktalesstorytime.bandcamp.com/music Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!

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