Twas the Night Before Christmas (Special Guest Reader)

Before he became one of America's most famous presidents, Abraham Lincoln was a curious boy growing up in a tiny log cabin on the frontier. In this episode of History Sodes for Kids, we'll travel back...

4 Kesä 6min

A mysterious lantern appears among the library shelves, leading Ellie on an unforgettable journey through a hidden room of magical books. Along the way, she discovers how a single act of kindness can ...

2 Kesä 6min

A Quiet Chapter is offered with the intention of sharing my feelings with you. We are all making our way through this world, growing and changing as we go. May and June I will release the first chapte...

31 Touko 8min

Why do we celebrate Memorial Day, and how did it begin? In this History-sode, we explore the story behind one of America’s most meaningful holidays. From the years after the Civil War to the tradition...

28 Touko 6min

A magical and heartwarming children’s story about books, wishes, and the quiet magic hidden inside an old library. When eleven year old Nora discovers a hidden room filled with forgotten wishes, she l...

26 Touko 12min

Today we’re celebrating a very special listener, Alexia, who turns 7 today! Thank you for letting Auntie Jo Jo’s Library be part of your birthday celebration.If you'd like a birthday shout out, email:...

22 Touko 16s

Why do kids get summer vacation? Was school always designed this way? In this History-sode, we explore the surprising story behind summer break—from one room schoolhouses and farming families to city ...

21 Touko 7min

A warm and magical summer camp story about friendship, courage, and finding where you belong. When twelve year old Lucy arrives at Pine Lake Camp, she feels like an outsider surrounded by strangers, t...

19 Touko 12min