Welcome to Litera City! Each episode follows a simple structure:Storytime: Mayor Bogart barges into the studio fuming—he’s discovered a new library display titled “Writers Who Changed the World” and can’t understand how books could compete with statues or speeches. Oz is already there, reading from Maya Angelou, and explains that March is Women’s History Month, a time to honour the achievements of women whose words have shaped history. Bogart scoffs at the idea until Oz introduces three key ideas: influence (the power to affect how people think or act), insight (deep understanding), and contribution (something important given to the world). She tells him how Maya Angelou’s poetry gave people courage and changed minds by offering insight into experiences others hadn’t understood. Bogart gradually realises that writers influence the world not by shouting but by sharing ideas that resonate across generations. In a rare moment of reflection, he decides Litera City will officially recognise Women’s History Month and expand the library display. The episode ends with the notion that real influence comes from thoughtful contributions—and that stories can change the world.Lightbulb Words: Listen out for three key vocabulary words sprinkled through the story. We’ll spotlight each one and explain its meaning:Influence (n.): The power to affect how people think or act.Insight (n.): A deep understanding of something.Contribution (n.): Something important someone gives to the world.Song Spotlight: At the end, enjoy our song “Voices on the Page” which weaves the words influence, insight and contribution into a memorable melody about writing, history and courage. You can click the link in the description to hear the full version later!More Fun at HomeExplore the illustrated Lightbulb Word cards for this episode and practise using the words in sentences. Try these review questions together:What is Women’s History Month, and why do we celebrate it?How did Maya Angelou’s writing influence people around the world?What do the words influence, insight and contribution mean, and why are they important?Check the podcast description to hear the full song and find links to the Lightbulb Word cards. Enjoy celebrating Women’s History Month with Mayor Bogart and Oz by learning how words, stories and women writers have changed the world!

Armie & Plato: Tastes of Her HistoryWelcome to Litera City! Each episode follows a simple structure:Storytime: Armie bursts into the studio excited about Women’s History Month and announces that he wants to explore the women who changed the world of food. Plato appears with a beautifully laid table, ready for more than just a snack. Armie explains that this is a time to recognise women whose work shaped how we cook, eat and gather. Together, they explore how women like Mrs. Beeton and Julia Child made hearty meals accessible, how slow‑cooking techniques create rich, savoury flavours passed down through generations, and how special dishes help us celebrate life’s important moments. They imagine tasting historic dishes, from Julia Child’s Boeuf Bourguignon to the meals prepared by women preserving their cultural heritage through migration and by pioneering chefs opening their own restaurants. In the end, they agree that food is more than fuel—it’s memory, heritage and celebration. Armie announces that Litera City will honour the women who made meals hearty, flavours savoury and celebrations meaningful. Plato raises his glass: “To those who fed the world.”Lightbulb Words: Listen out for three key vocabulary words sprinkled through the story. We’ll spotlight each one and explain its meaning:Hearty (adj.): Filling and satisfying, especially warm comfort food.Savoury (adj.): Having a pleasant taste or smell that is not sweet—think salty, spicy, rich flavours.Celebrate (v.): To mark an important occasion with joy, food or gathering.Song Spotlight: At the end, enjoy our song “Sisters of the Kitchen" which weaves the words hearty, savoury and celebrate into a delightful tune about family recipes and the women who shaped our culinary traditions. You can click the link in the description to hear the full version later!More Fun at HomeExplore the illustrated Lightbulb Word cards for this episode and practise using the words in sentences. Try these review questions together:What is Women’s History Month and why does it matter?What does it mean for a meal to be hearty and how did women help make hearty meals accessible to more people?What is savoury food and why do slow‑cooking techniques make it taste so good?How do special meals help us celebrate important occasions?Check the podcast description to hear the full song and find links to the Lightbulb Word cards. Celebrate Women’s History Month with Armie and Plato by learning how hearty dishes, savoury flavours and joyous gatherings honour the women who shaped our culinary heritage!

Armie & Brick Celebrate Women’s History Month – Women Who Changed SportWelcome to Litera City! Each episode follows a simple structure:Storytime: Armie is excited about Women’s History Month and invites Brick to explore how women athletes changed the world of sport. Brick initially thinks it’s just about winning medals, but soon discovers the challenges women faced—from being excluded from early Olympic events to fighting for equal pay and recognition today. Through examples like Naomi Osaka, they talk about breaking down barriers, showing resilience when things are tough, and striving for equality. Together they realise that sport isn’t just about scoring points—it’s about changing minds and making the game fair for everyone.Lightbulb Words: Listen out for three key vocabulary words sprinkled through the story. We’ll spotlight each one and explain its meaning:Barrier (n.): Something that blocks progress or makes something difficult—like old rules that once kept women out of sports or a moat that stops you entering a castleResilience (n.): The ability to keep going even when things are hard—the determination athletes show when they face setbacks.Equality (n.): Treating people fairly and giving them the same opportunities—making sure everyone gets a fair chance to play and be recognised.Song Spotlight: At the end, enjoy our song “Game Changers” which weaves the words barrier, resilience and equality into a catchy tune about women who used sport to change the world. You can click the link in the description here to hear the full version later!More Fun at HomeExplore the illustrated Lightbulb Word cards for this episode and practise using the words in sentences. Try these review questions together:What barriers did early female athletes face, and how did they overcome them?What does resilience mean, and how do athletes show resilience in their careers?Why is equality important in sports, and what does it look like when everyone has the same opportunities?Check the podcast description to hear the full song and find links to the Lightbulb Word cards. Celebrate Women’s History Month with Armie and Brick by learning how women athletes broke barriers, showed resilience and championed equality!