In this episode of Lemi’s Tales, we travel to the snowy mountains of South Korea to celebrate Seollal, the Korean New Year. Your little explorers will meet Min-jun, a clever boy with a beautiful pair of new blue shoes, and the Yagwanggwi, the "Glow-in-the-Dark Ghosts" who love to borrow footwear but aren't very good at math!. It’s a funny, slightly spooky, and heartwarming story that teaches us that being smart is often better than being strong.

Pack your bags, little explorers! Today, Lemi’s magic map takes us to the beautiful land of Vietnam to celebrate Tết, the Vietnamese New Year.

In this episode, we meet Prince Lang Lieu, a humble farmer who enters a royal contest to become the next King. While his seventeen brothers travel far and wide to find gold and jewels, Lang Lieu discovers a magical secret in a dream: the most precious treasures aren't sparkly, they are grown in the earth!

Join us to find out how a simple grain of rice was used to create the square Bánh Chưng and the round Bánh Giầy, two special cakes that tell the story of the Earth and the Sky. It’s a heartwarming tale about kindness, hard work, and why the best gifts often come from the heart (and the garden!).

Perfect for bedtime, car rides, or classroom listening!

Why are the years named after animals? And why is 2026 the Year of the Horse? Join us in this magical finale of our Chinese New Year series! In today’s episode, we travel back to Ancient China to witness The Great Race. When the Jade Emperor decides to name the years of the calendar, he challenges all the animals in the kingdom to a race across a wide, rushing river.

Welcome back, explorers! Today, we go back to ancient China to uncover the magical mystery behind the bright red envelopes of Chinese New Year. Have you ever wondered why children receive Hongbao? It’s not just about the gift inside. It’s a legend of protection! In this episode, we learn about the sneaky, tip-toeing Demon Sui who only comes out on New Year’s Eve. Discover how a brave family, a piece of red paper, and eight shiny copper coins (who were actually the Eight Immortals in disguise!) used the power of light and the color red to keep children safe. It's the perfect folk tale for kids to learn about Lunar New Year traditions and the history of Ya Sui Qian.