I’m having a birthday party and guess who’s here? My Kids Listen&nbsp; podcasting pals from Stoopkids, Dorktales, Newsy Jacuzzi, Noodle Loaf, Little News Ears, Story On and Buttons &amp; Figs! I hope you’ll come too… and you might want to bring your slide whistle!&nbsp; &nbsp;

It's April the Eighth and It's My Birthday!

One of our old friends pops up in this episode - literally - to help Mookie and Grandpa decide what to do to help their baby dragon. Brizbane is back and up to all kinds of trouble, as usual. A gentle, magical podcast for innocent ears. Perfect for bedtime, snack, dinner, or car-time – any time you need a sweet, funny, entertaining tale told or song sung. April Eight, Waldorf teacher, and world-class storyteller, shares her original fairytales and folk songs to delight and enchant the whole family. And the book that Brizbane refers to is one of my favorites to read to third graders, "Dragon Rider" by Cornelia Funke. This series starts with Episode 53, Larken and the Troll. If you haven't listened to these stories, you might go back and listen from the beginning.&nbsp; Stay up to date by joining my free newsletter at:  Find all things April Eight at  &nbsp;

Mookie and the Magic Egg, Story 5

Story 6 from the series Mookie and the Magic Egg. Who could sleep when they have a baby Chromanian dragon to protect? Certainly not Mookie. Fortunately, he has some unexpected assitance from a tiny mouse (who you callin' tiny?) and a helpful gnome.&nbsp; The "Mookie and the Magic Egg" series is a gentle, magical tale for innocent ears. Perfect for bedtime, snack-time, dinner-time, car-time, any time you need a sweet, funny, entertaining tale told. April Eight, Waldorf teacher and "world-class" storyteller, shares her original fairytales to delight and enchant the whole family.&nbsp; Sign up for the Stay Up Late with April Eight Substack Newsletter, and never miss an episode. Enjoy bonus content, more songs, more stories, and more fun at https://aprileightuplate.substack.com/

STORY: Mookie and the Magic Egg, Story 6

Today's story has Jemi and Sander in it. Did you know they were friends? They have some magical visitors who have come in search of a lost fairy that Jemi knows. Fortunately, Sander has an idea of a way to help all the important guests who land in Jemi's backyard. A tale of friendship and kindness. And Thom and Brizbane&nbsp;are there too!&nbsp;A&nbsp;great story for your kids at bath time, bedtime, car time, and family time.&nbsp; This is the beginning of a series of stories I've been working on for a while. You'll find many of our old friends from other stories I've shared on the April Eight Songs &amp; Stories Podcast. But of course, if you have never heard a single one, you'll still be able to enjoy the tale. So come on. let's get on with it!&nbsp; If you'd like to hear the stories I'm referring to, then please listen to the first 10 episodes of the April Eight Songs &amp; Stories Podcast, as well as episode 20, The Lost Giant.&nbsp; Web:&nbsp; Kids Listen:&nbsp; Insta:&nbsp; Facebook:&nbsp; Get your Reward!&nbsp; An original Fairytale by April Eight. c2018 All rights reserved.&nbsp;

EP 44, "The Lost Fairy Series Story 1: The Tiny Trumpet"

The prince took a step forward. He was just about to speak the magic spell... the magic spell that might just get him his great fairy friend Faith back. What a journey our Fairy Prince Orion has been on. And in today's tale, he knocks on the door of someone who doesn't get a lot of visitors. Who could it be? You'll find out in today's episode, the final story of The Lost Fairy Series.&nbsp; For more go to aprileight.com

STORY 4 of the Lost Fairy Series, "The Forgotten Star"

Today's episode features a traditional, and funny, German song, called the "Cuckoo and the Donkey". Roxie has a bit to say about it... Also, you'll hear the bird songs of the second graders in my class at the Cincinnati Waldorf School! Send me your bird call audio or video online on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram (IG is my favorite) and I just might feature it in a future episode - I'll find it with the hashtag #a8lovesme - because you know I do! Find out more at

Ep. 52 SONG: The Cuckoo and the Donkey

Roxie tells a Halloween story and the Which Witch stops by with a brand new song she just wrote for the kids who listen to this podcast. It's called, "The Witchy Sing-Along Song!" Find April Eight at -&nbsp;      And join the April Eight Patreon for lessons and songs, bonus stories, excerpts from April's YA novel, and more -  &nbsp;

"The Witchy Sing-Along Song"

Ep 53: SONG: "The Witchy Sing-Along Song"

Larken and the Troll is an original fairytale for all-ages.

“And so, there was Larken, covered in mud, shivering at the back door, socks wet, rain boots lost in a mud puddle and his raincoat who knows where… All his mother could think of to say was, “Larken, you look like a wet rat!” And Larken explained to her, well, he tried at least, over the top of his mug of peppermint tea she’d made for him as he sat by the fire warming up, that it was all on account of a troll. “A TROLL?” Said his mother…

Let April Eight’s “magical voice” tell your family a tale both ancient and new. 

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April Eight Songs & Stories Podcast Episode 53

Larken and the Troll

Ep 54 STORY - Larken and the Troll - 2:9:21, 12.40 PM

April Eight has a fairytale riddle for you today and a few answers to some questions I have received from a gnome in Canada, a pixie in Ireland. And, a happy birthday to a fairy friend whose party I just could not get to plus a hint at what the next story might just be about… If you have a question from your children, send them to me on Facebook  or on Instagram  or Twitter . Find out more at  The April Eight Podcast is perfect at bedtime, bathtime or anytime you and your children need a story.&nbsp;

Fairy, Pixie and Gnome Storytime Questions

A Giggle-Along Song from April Eight's childhood, "Swinging on a Star". A funny old-fashioned tune, with a few updated lyrics. Featuring my ukulele! The chorus is, "Would you like to swing on a star, carry moonbeams home in a jar, and be better off than you are? Or would you rather be a...?" Perfect for bedtime, snacktime, car time, or bathtime. Find out more at  or on Instagram at @.&nbsp;

SONG: Swinging on a Star

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Your family is heading for delight. April Eight Songs & Stories is a charming original fairytale podcast series for the whole family. Listen together as a lovely green world of wonder full of humble gnomes, sparkling fairies and grouchy trolls, mischievous woodland creatures and magical butterflies who are more than they appear to be, take you on adventures where everyday kids, tricky witches, lost crowns and fearless queens encounter magical potions and wondrous journeys. Giggle, laugh out loud, think a little deeper, hold your breath, smile – and get ready for your kids to say, “Play it again!” For on the April Eight Songs & Stories Podcast, unexpected heroes take the day in pursuit of life’s simple truth: Love conquers all and will always find a way.

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