Ep 385 - James and the Giant Peach, by Roald ...

In the not-so-distant future, Andy Weir will write a novel about a Competent Man getting into trouble and then getting himself out. Then it will be made into a major motion picture starring a relatively bankable movie star. Then Overdue will (probably) read the book. That's what ...  Show more

To celebrate this year's Children's Book Week, we're discussing the work of children's author and illustrator Eric Carle, whose colorful art and innovative prints have delighted our children (and us!) for years. Since they're each pretty short we decided to talk about a bunch of ...  Show more

Each episode of Little Stories Everywhere will be the reading of a classic children’s book by Oscar-nominated actor Virginia Madsen and celebrated Native-American voice artist Robbie Daymond. And since it “tis the season” we are starting with A Merry Christmas, treasured tales of ...  Show more

Today's episode is another story about the hundred acre wood and that wonderful honey obsessed bear Winnie the Pooh. In this story Pooh Bear finds out that Eeyore has lost his tail and sets out to find it for him. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this ...  Show more

Today author Roald Dahl is best-known for his prolific writing career -- but, as it turns out, he lived an entirely different life before he ever put pen to paper to create children's stories. Learn more about Roald Dahl's earlier life as a fighter ace, a legendary ladies man, an ...  Show more

Today's story is another one from our favorite honey obsessed bear, Winnie the Pooh. Follow along as Pooh Bear learns that moderation is key, especially when you're already in a tight spot. Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and the ...  Show more