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The Princess and the Pea
5 januari 2012 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this classic Danish story, a prince unsuccessfully searches for a true princess. Will he ever find a girl fit to be his bride? From the book The Barefoot Book of Princesses, retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Margaret Wolfson. Lees meer
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The Black Bull of Norroway
28 december 2011 · 18 min
Beluister deze afleveringA brave young girl journeys for seven long years to find her lost love in this tale from Scotland. From the book Tales from Celtic Lands, retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Niamh Cusack.
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Sir Cliges and the Cherry Tree
21 december 2011 · 14 min
Beluister deze afleveringSir Cliges is devastated when he learns that he cannot celebrate Christmas in a grand fashion; however, he finds hope in a magical, gift-bearing tree. From the book The Barefoot Book of Knights, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna, and narrated by Anthony Head. Lees meer
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Winter and Summer
15 december 2011 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringWill Winter be able to warm his cold bones? Find out in this story from the Seneca people of North America. From the book Tales of Mystery and Magic, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi.
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Swan Lake
8 december 2011 · 26 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter being cursed by an evil count, Queen Odette lives her days as a swan until her true love can break the spell. From the book The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple, illustrated by Rebecca Guay and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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The Cloth of the Serpent Pembe Mirui
1 december 2011 · 14 min
Beluister deze afleveringTo prove his love to Fatima, Amadi will set out on a dangerous journey to find the most beautiful cloth in the entire world in this Swahili story. From the book The Fabrics of Fairytale, retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt, and illustrated by Rachel Griffin. Lees meer
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The Knight of the Kitchen
17 november 2011 · 19 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter working as a kitchen boy, a young man earns King Arthur’s respect and is trusted with a mission to save a maiden. From the book The Barefoot Book of Knights, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna and narrated by Anthony Head.
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Dancing with the Birch Fairy
17 november 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this tale from the Czech Republic, merry Betushka gets to dance with the magical Birch Fairy, while she learns a valuable lesson about the importance of gratitude. From the book The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Helen Cann and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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A-Man-Among-Men
10 november 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringA boastful—yet cowardly— man learns the importance of being modest when he encounters a fearsome giant in this West African tale. From the book The Barefoot Book of Giants, Ghosts and Goblins, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna and narrated by Jerry Nelson. Lees meer
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The Hunter's Five Sons
27 oktober 2011 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this West African story, a family learns the value of keeping loved ones alive through memories. From the book Tales of Mystery and Magic, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi.
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Tam O'Shanter
20 oktober 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringThough he knows better than to visit the haunted old church, daring Tam O’Shanter cannot resist the urge for adventure. But what will he do when he is confronted by the witches who roam after dark? Find out in this dance story from Scotland. From the book The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Helen Cann and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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The Lass Who Couldn't Be Frightened
13 oktober 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this Scottish tale, a beautiful young girl lives alone in the forest and claims she doesn’t need a man to protect her. Although she is brave enough to take on a goblin, is there truly nothing that frightens her? From the book The Barefoot Book of Giants, Ghosts and Goblins, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna and narrated by Jerry Nelson. Lees meer
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The Patchwork Coat
6 oktober 2011 · 13 min
Beluister deze afleveringThis Jewish tale proves that looks can be deceiving, as a dirty, ragged old coat is worth more than could be imagined. From the book The Fabrics of Fairytale, retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt, and illustrated by Rachel Griffin.
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Daphnis and Chloe
29 september 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this tale from Ancient Greece, Daphnis must rescue his true love Chloe from the clutches of evil pirates. From the book The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple, illustrated by Rebecca Guay and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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Snowdrop
22 september 2011 · 14 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this story that inspired the play As You like It, a young princess is chased out of her kingdom by a wicked king and must take refuge with a band of friendly thieves. From the book Shakespeare’s Storybook, retold and narrated by Patrick Ryan, and illustrated by James Mayhew. Lees meer
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Robin Hood and the Pirates
15 september 2011 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn search of adventure, Robin Hood leaves Sherwood Forest for a seaside vacation. Though the holiday is uneventful for the first few days, his journey takes an exciting turn when he sets sail on the high seas. From the book The Barefoot Book of Pirates, retold by Richard Walker, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Richard Hope. Lees meer
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The Old Woman Who was Right
8 september 2011 · 10 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhen her cranky husband complains about how she makes his oatmeal, an old woman challenges him to switch places for a day. From the book Grandmothers’ Stories, retold by Burleigh Mutén, illustrated by Siân Bailey and narrated by Olympia Dukakis.
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The Boy Who Didn't Know
1 september 2011 · 15 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this tale from Brittany, a young boy and his horse are set a series of seemingly impossible tasks by the King of France and his bride-to-be. From the book Tales from Celtic Lands, retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Niamh Cusack. Lees meer
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The Magic Porridge Pot
25 augustus 2011 · 9 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter sharing some food with a hungry old woman, a little girl is rewarded for her generosity with a magical gift that can help many people when used correctly. From the book The Story Tree, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Sophie Fatus. Lees meer
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Robe of Feathers
18 augustus 2011 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringA Japanese maiden enchants a fisherman when she performs a powerful dance. From the book The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Helen Cann and narrated by Juliet Stevenson.
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The Boy Who Rode to the Land of the Dead
11 augustus 2011 · 17 min
Beluister deze afleveringA young boy tries to find a way to reach the land of the dead to deliver a letter to the king’s father. From the book Magic Hoofbeats, retold by Josepha Sherman, illustrated by Linda Wingerter and narrated by Ellen Verenieks.
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Coppelia
5 augustus 2011 · 24 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhen her fiancé breaks her heart, clever Swanilda plots her revenge and discovers Dr. Coppélius’s dark secret. From the book The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E. Y. Stemple, illustrated by Rebecca Guay and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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The Birdcage Husband
28 juli 2011 · 10 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter being tricked by a mysterious old woman, a princess must perform challenging feats to win back her husband in this story from central Asia. From the book The Barefoot Book of Princesses, retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Margaret Wolfson Lees meer
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Cap-o-rushes
21 juli 2011 · 14 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this story that inspired Shakespeare’s play King Lear, a banished princess disguises herself as a kitchen maid and catches the eye of a prince. From the book Shakespeare’s Storybook, retold and narrated by Patrick Ryan, and illustrated by James Mayhew. Lees meer
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The Kobald and the Pirates
13 juli 2011 · 7 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this German story, a cabin boy develops a friendship with an invisible sea spirit who holds great power. From the book The Barefoot Book of Pirates, retold by Richard Walker, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Richard Hope.
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The Little Sweep
13 juli 2011 · 17 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this heartwarming tale of friendship, a group of children work together to free a downtrodden chimney sweep from his cruel masters. From the book The Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, retold by Shahrukh Husain, illustrated by James Mayhew and narrated by Miranda Richardson. Lees meer
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The Goblin, the Grocer and the Student
7 juli 2011 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this Danish story, a goblin becomes enchanted by the beauty and magic of poetry. From the book The Barefoot Book of Giants, Ghosts and Goblins, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna and narrated by Jerry Nelson.
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Perronik the Fool
28 juni 2011 · 19 min
Beluister deze afleveringThough he longs to become a knight, young Perronik must first work as a mere cowherd. When he uses his wits to outsmart his opponents, he proves that it has what it takes to be knighted. From the book The Barefoot Book of Knights, retold by John Matthews, illustrated by Giovanni Manna and narrated by Anthony Head. Lees meer
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Old Mother Holle
23 juni 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringTwo step-sisters learn the importance of helping others in this German folktale. From the book Grandmothers’ Stories, retold by Burleigh Mutén, illustrated by Siân Bailey and narrated by Olympia Dukakis.
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The Feather Cloak
16 juni 2011 · 13 min
Beluister deze afleveringEntranced by the beautiful spirit of Kanikani-aula, Eleio will stop at nothing to bring her back to life. From the book The Fabrics of Fairytale, retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt, and illustrated by Rachel Griffin.
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The Mightiest Mouse That Ever Nibbled Fat
9 juni 2011 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringDetermined to make his mark on the world, a little mouse learns the importance of patience and perseverance in this Inuit story. From the book Tales of Mystery and Magic, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi.
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Ashboy
2 juni 2011 · 13 min
Beluister deze aflevering"In this story that inspired Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, Ashboy’s wicked mother and uncle arrange the death of the king. Can Ashboy expose their crime before he too falls victim to one of their evil schemes?
From the book Shakespeare’s Storybook, retold and narrated by Patrick Ryan, and illustrated by James Mayhew.
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Petit Jean and the White Horse
26 mei 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhen Jean runs away from home, he winds up the prisoner of an evil witch. His only chance of escape is to trust her white horse. From the book Magic Hoofbeats, retold by Josepha Sherman, illustrated by Linda Wingerter and narrated by Ellen Verenieks.
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Oisín in Tír na nÓg
19 mei 2011 · 13 min
Beluister deze afleveringOisín follows his beautiful bride to a land of everlasting youth but secretly pines for his homeland, Ireland. From the book Tales from Old Ireland, retold by Malachy Doyle, illustrated by Niamh Sharkey and narrated by Maura O’Connell.
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The Mountain Princess
11 mei 2011 · 11 min
Beluister deze afleveringMany men compete to the death for the hand of the beautiful—but cold—Princess Turandot. Will any of them be able to figure out the key to her mysterious riddles, and to her heart? Find out in this Persian story. From the book The Barefoot Book of Princesses, retold by Caitlín Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Margaret Wolfson. Lees meer
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The Strange Visitor
5 mei 2011 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this Scottish story, a lonely old lady wishes for a visitor. Little does she know that when one finally arrives, he will completely defy her expectations for a nice bit of company. From the book Tales of Mystery and Magic, retold by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi. Lees meer
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The Prince's Bedtime
28 april 2011 · 6 min
Beluister deze afleveringMeet a young prince who refuses to go to sleep! The entire kingdom comes out to lend a hand in this rhyming bedtime adventure. There is a hullabaloo of activity - jugglers juggling, magicians hypnotizing, dancers dancing - but it is the wonder of a good story that finally does the trick. Read by actor Jim Broadbent. From the book and CD, The Prince's Bedtime, written by Joanne Oppenheim, illustrated by Miriam Latimer. Lees meer
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The Beautiful Crone of Cordoba
14 april 2011 · 9 min
Beluister deze afleveringJoin actress and narrator Olympia Dukakis as she tells the tale of a kind, beautiful witch from the Mexican city of Cordoba who must use her magic and charm to get out of a sticky situation. From the book and CD, Grandmothers’ Stories, retold by Burleigh Mutén and illustrated by Siân Bailey. Lees meer
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Lone Boy and the Old Dun Horse
7 april 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringAn orphan named Lone Boy teams up with a magical horse to protect his village in this Pawnee tale about kindness, bravery and respect. From the book and CD, Magic Hoofbeats, retold by Josepha Sherman, illustrated by Linda Wingerter, and narrated by Ellen Verenieks. Lees meer
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We All Go Traveling By
25 maart 2011 · 5 min
Beluister deze afleveringRide along on the yellow school bus, and learn about different modes of transport—from planes and trains to trucks and boats! From the book We All Go Travelling By, written by Sheena Roberts, illustrated by Siobhan Bell and sung by Fred Penner.
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Sleeping Beauty
25 maart 2011 · 22 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter being cursed by the wicked Carabosse, Princess Aurora waits for a handsome prince to wake her from her slumber in this classic fairytale. From the book The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Rebecca Guay and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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The Little Bird Who Went Dancing
18 maart 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringRomantic Lawali longs to be with the beautiful Tiyoro, but in order to woo her he must completely transform himself. From the book The Barefoot Book of Dance Stories, written by Jane Yolen and Heidi E.Y. Stemple, illustrated by Helen Cann, and narrated by Juliet Stevenson. Lees meer
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The Cailleach of the Snows
11 maart 2011 · 21 min
Beluister deze afleveringWith the help of a talking bird, a young peasant girl conquers her evil mistress in this Scottish folktale about the changing of the seasons. From the book Tales from Celtic Lands, retold by Caitlin Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Niamh Cusack. Lees meer
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Son of an Otter, Son of a Wolf
4 maart 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringWith the help of a talking bird, a young peasant girl conquers her evil mistress in this Scottish folktale about the changing of the seasons. From the book Tales from Celtic Lands, retold by Caitlin Matthews, illustrated by Olwyn Whelan and narrated by Niamh Cusack. Lees meer
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The Silk Brocade
25 februari 2011 · 18 min
Beluister deze afleveringAfter having her beautiful brocade ripped from her hands by a cruel wind, a devastated old woman puts her faith in her sons to retrieve the stolen masterpiece. From the book Fabrics of Fairytale, retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt, and illustrated by Rachel Griffin. Lees meer
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The Blackbird and his Wife
18 februari 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this Indian love story, a courageous blackbird recruits the help of a fox, some ants, and even a river while on the journey to save his wife from a cruel king. From the book Tales of Mystery and Magic, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Agnese Baruzzi. Lees meer
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Orpheus and Eurydice
11 februari 2011 · 17 min
Beluister deze afleveringIn this classic Greek legend, Orpheus faces the challenge of a lifetime when he must abide by strict rules issued by the god Amor in order to bring his wife, Eurydice, back from the Realm of the Dead. From the book The Barefoot Book of Stories from the Opera, retold by Shahrukh Husain, illustrated by James Mayhew and narrated by Miranda Richardson. Lees meer
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Little Lord Feather Frock
4 februari 2011 · 8 min
Beluister deze afleveringWhen a villainous fox invades their happy forest home, a cat, a blackbird, and a rooster show the importance of friendship and cooperation in this Russian story. From the book The Story Tree, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, and illustrated by Sophie Fatus. Lees meer
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The Sweetest Song
28 januari 2011 · 5 min
Beluister deze afleveringPick flowers with Little Daughter on her journey to the far-side of the fence, but beware the talking wolf who lurks beyond the gate. From the book The Story Tree, retold and narrated by Hugh Lupton, illustrated by Sophie Fatus.
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The Crocodile's Blessing
21 januari 2011 · 16 min
Beluister deze afleveringWe’ve all heard the classic story of Cinderella, but have you heard the Indonesian version that features a crocodile as the fairy godmother? Tune in to this memorable tale from the book and CD, The Fabrics of Fairy tale, retold and narrated by Tanya Robyn Batt, and illustrated by Rachel Griffin. Lees meer