When Rules Become Weapons: Understanding the Holocaust
In this special History-sode, we talk carefully and clearly about the Holocaust—what it was, how it happened, and why remembering it matters today. Designed to be age-appropriate and PG, this episode ...
5 Feb 9min
The Light in the Book Drop: A Hopeful Teen Story About Kindness, Courage, and Small Miracles
When the world feels heavy, sometimes the smallest light is the one that changes everything. In this uplifting teen short story for ages 13 to 15, fifteen-year-old Rowan discovers a mysterious note in...
3 Feb 18min
February Forecast
Auntie Jo Jo wants to take a moment to walk you through what February 2026 will look like in the library. Don't worry! She's not going anywhere - she's just giving you a heads up on what to expect thi...
3 Feb 2min
How Ancient People Explained the Stars | The History of Constellations
Why do stars have names and stories? In this history-sode, explore how ancient civilizations explained the night sky using constellations and myths. A calming, curious history story for kids who love ...
29 Jan 2min
A Motivational Story for Middle School Kids About Setting Goals and Believing in Yourself
A motivational modern story for middle school kids about setting goals, building healthy habits, and keeping promises to yourself. This encouraging tween story follows Maya as she trains for a 5K usin...
27 Jan 12min
A Quiet Chapter: On Truth, Memory, and the Things We Learn Too Early
This episode of A Quiet Chapter is a calm, reflective story for adults, shared from my personal journal. In this quiet space, I read an intimate reflection on truth, memory, and the moments from child...
26 Jan 11min
The History of Libraries: How Humans Protected Knowledge | History for Kids
Explore the history of libraries in this kid-friendly history-sode. Learn how ancient civilizations preserved knowledge through clay tablets, scrolls, and handwritten books, and why libraries have alw...
22 Jan 5min
