Today’s story is about Elie, who’s trying to play Paw Patrol—but oh no! There’s just TOO much noise! Can Elie find a way to bring the noise down and have some pup-tastic fun?

Sorry, I see now there is no microphone to dictate your message. It has to be typed in!

Messages:

1. ​Sometimes, things only sound bad, until we see how it can get worse…even louder. Then we are more grateful for how it was in first place.
2. ​Also–It’s nice to notice when things are just right!
3. ​Sometimes when we get annoyed, we have to be more accepting of others around us and figure out what we can do to make it better for all.

Music…Cotton Toys Soundroll. Upbeat.io

Hi! My name is Linda Cohen. I’m a reading specialist who loves sharing stories with children.

On this podcast, you’ll hear a mix of folktales, stories written by other authors, and original tales inspired by my own childhood and imagination. My goal is to spark curiosity, nurture a love of stories, and create meaningful moments you can share with your child.

Because these stories are told aloud, there are no pictures—and that’s intentional. Listening without visuals encourages children to develop one of the most important early literacy skills: visualizing. As they listen, they learn to turn words into mental images. In a sense, your child becomes the “director” of their own story experience, building a personal movie in their mind.

This kind of active listening strengthens comprehension, attention, creativity, and imagination. It may take practice, but it’s a joyful and valuable skill—and I’ll guide them along the way. Encourage your child to listen for details, ask questions, and share the pictures they imagined.

Thank you for joining me on this storytelling journey.

A new episode will be available each month!

#Children’s Stories #Storytime, #KidsPodcasts

First published in 1930, Watty Piper’s The Little Engine That Could has become a timeless children’s classic that inspires children. The tale follows a modest blue engine that agrees to pull a train of toys over a mountain after stronger, larger engines decline. Its steady refrain—“I think I can”—underscores the book’s enduring message about resilience, optimism, and the quiet power of perseverance.