Welcome back to Circle Round Summer Camp! We're revisiting our favorite stories about the outdoors. Jacob Laval (The Unbreakable Boy, John Mulaney and the Sack Lunch Bunch) and Amanda Warren (The Night Agent, East New York) headline a Sicilian tale about sowing the seeds of kindn ...Show more
Summer Camp: The Salmon Famine
Welcome back to Circle Round Summer Camp! We're revisiting our favorite stories about the outdoors. Recorded live at The Aladdin Theater in Portland, OR, this high-flying tale explains how the islands of the Philippines came to be. Sign up for our monthly newsletter, "The Lion's ...Show more
Welcome back to the land of Nod! This week we return to the majestic land of China, with this ancient tale of poor girl who, through her good and fair nature, is looked kindly upon, and is helped by a stranger. We cannot tell exactly where this tale comes from, but we know that i ...Show more
All aboard the Story Train for a touching journey into a classic tale retold! Join Birdie, our spirited conductor, as she guides us through a vibrant garden that once thrived under the care of children's laughter, only to wither under the grip of a Selfish Giant. Discover the tra ...Show more
This week we travel to the wondrous country that is China!For more than half of the people on earth, rice is life. Every third person on earth eats rice every day in one form or another. It is the grain that has shaped the history, culture, diet, and economy of BILLIONS of people ...Show more
In today's episode, we read a timeless tale that has captivated readers for generations - Rapunzel, known in English by the same name. This classic story is filled with bravery, and enchantment, and teaches us the importance of courage, resilience, and the power of hope. So, sit ...Show more