Ms. Martha Reads: Recent Episodes
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A weekly series from WHRO Public Media featuring stories written by local children. Join us each week to hear a new story.
"Revolutionary War Gingerbread Style" was written and illustrated by Kevin Rische from York County Schools. His story tied for 2nd place in the 4th-grade category of the 2026 PBS Kids Writers Contest.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Ethan the Brave Dog." It was written and illustrated by Joi Boakye, from Sewell's Point Elementary in Norfolk.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Potato Man and Spud Monkie." It was written and illustrated by Annabelle Wilkinson from Larchmont Elementary.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "I Am Special." It was written by Lauryn Vernon, from Chesapeake, VA.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story titled "The Nicest Horse." It was written and illustrated by Jaydan Theus from Point O View Elementary School in Virginia Beach.
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Ms. Martha shares a story written and illustrated by Ava Shubert from Butts Road Primary School in Chesapeake.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Magic Dress." It was written and illustrated by Mayukha Khambhammettu from Deep Creek Central Elementary in Chesapeake.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Lily and Lil's Hidden Treasure Adventure." It was written by Lilyanna Fungo who attends Tarrolton Elementary in Norfolk.
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Ms. Martha shares a story written and illustrated by Gordan Wyatt. He attends Coventry Elementary in Yorktown, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Missing Bunny." It was written by Elizabeth Porter. She attends Greenbrier Intermediate School in Chesapeake Virginia.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled "The Name Game," written and illustrated by Tait Drames. He attends Hampton Roads Academy in Newport News.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Rainbow Writer." It was written and illustrated by Annika Cruz who attends W.T. Cooke Elementary in Virginia Beach.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "Jr. Tiger and Dinosaurs," written and illustrated by Shriyan Joshi, from Magruder Elementary in Williamsburg, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled "Perfect Blue," written and illustrated by Adylinn Rudolph from Williamsburg Montessori School.
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Ms. Martha shares a story titled, "The Journey To Mars" written and illustrated by Oliver Boyd, a 4th grader from the Ghent School.
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Gabrielle Xu, from Xu-Chan Homeschool in Norfolk, won second place in the kindergarten division in the 2023 annual PBS Kids Writers Contest with this story. Ms. Martha Reads it for us - Mr. Bug's Fairy Tale.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story titled, "The Brown Dress." It was written by Malayia Charles. She attends College Park Elementary in Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha shares a story by Dimitri Poletsky titled "Kitty Cat Has to Chat." Dimitri attends Camp Allen Elementary in Norfolk, VA.
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Celebrate America's Day of Independence with Ms. Martha, as she reads "One Brave Arachnid " written by Dax DiMuzio from Williamsburg.
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This week Ms. Martha reads "Daisy the Dolphin and the Adventures in the Elizabeth River" written by Moriah Schranz a 5th grader from W.H. Taylor Elementary School in Norfolk, VA.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story called "Nature Helps Timmy to Read" written by Josiah Williams, a fourth-grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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This week, Ms. Martha Reads "Earth's Cardboard Creations" written by Evie Bales, a 4th grader who attends Kilby Shores Elementary in Suffolk, VA.
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This week Martha reads a story named "Wenny Waffle Goes to Breakfast School" written by a first grader named Mahika who attended Cape Henry Collegiate School in Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads "Ranger Bill", written by Deonta, a 3rd grader who attends Kiptopeke Elementary School in Cape Charles, VA.
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This week Ms. Martha reads "The Little Scared Fish" written by Sahasra Vishwanathan, a Kindergartener from Kiln Creek Elementary in Newport News.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story called, "The New School," written by a second grader named Erin from Norfolk.
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Ms. Martha reads a fun story titled "Dear Diary: Recess Rap Battle" written by Taryn Vernon, a 4th grader from Chesapeake, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story written by Deonta, a 3rd grader who attends Kiptopeke Elementary School in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story called "The Hungry Fawn" written by a kindergartner named Adilynn from Williamsburg, VA.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Josiah Williams, a 4th grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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This week Ms. Martha reads “The Mean Tree,” written by Savanna a 5th grader who attended Camden Intermediate in Camden, NC! Thank you Camden!
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Today Ms. Martha reads a story about a tooth fairy who meets some new friends. Put on your listening ears to hear what happens! This story was written by a kindergartener named Scarlett who attends Achilles Elementary.
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This week Martha reads a story titled, "Roney the Rover's Adventure in Space." It was written by Blaine Averett, a third grader from Hampton Roads Academy in Newport News.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story titled, "The Fossil," written by Shania Thomas. A second grader from James Hurst Elementary School in Portsmouth.
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This week, Ms. Martha reads "A Girl's Best Friend" written by Keasia Carney, a second grader from Cradock Elementary School, in Portsmouth.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story titled, "I Am Special" written by Lauryn Vernon a 1st grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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Ms. Martha reads a fun story titled "Dear Diary: Recess Rap Battle" written by Taryn Vernon, a 4th grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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Today Ms. Martha reads a story about a tooth fairy who meets some new friends. Put on your listening ears to hear what happens! This story was written by a kindergartener named Scarlett who attends AchillesElementary.
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This week Ms. Martha celebrates the holidays by reading, "The Girl Who Cried Santa Claus" written by Savannah Swinson, a 4th grader who attended Sewells Point Elementary School in Norfolk, VA.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story called "There’s No Place Like Home" written by Malayia Charles, a 3rd grader from College Park Elementary School in Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story called "The Hungry Fawn" written by a kindergartner named Adilynn from Williamsburg, VA.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story called, "The New School," written by a second grader named Erin from Norfolk, VA.
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Ms. Martha reads a story about a tooth fairy who meets some new friends. This story was written by a kindergartener named Scarlett who attends Achilles Elementary.
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This week Martha reads a story named "Wenny Waffle Goes to Breakfast School."
It was written by a first grader named Mahika who attended Cape Henry Collegiate School in Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story called, "The Scissors Go To School," written by a first grader named Ruby who attends Occohannock Elementary in Exmore, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha reads “The Mean Tree,” written by Savanna a 5th grader who attended Camden Intermediate in Camden, NC.
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This week Ms. Martha reads "Kids Meet an Alien," written by a first grader named Skylar from Williamsburg.
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This week's story is by a 2nd grader named Daxton, who attended Walsingham Academy.
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This week Ms. Martha reads "Daisy the Dolphin and the Adventures in the Elizabeth River" written by Moriah Schranz a 5th grader from W.H. Taylor Elementary School in Norfolk, VA!
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Josiah Williams, a 4th grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Moriah Schranz, a 5th grader from W.H. Taylor Elementary School in Norfolk, VA.
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This week Martha reads, "The Little Scared Fish," written and illustrated by 1st grader Sahasra from Kiln Creek Elementary in Newport News, Virginia.
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Our story this week is "The Donkey Who Lost His Memory" written by Ruben, a 2nd grader from James Hurst Elementary in Portsmouth, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story written by Deonta, a 3rd grader who attends Kiptopeke Elementary School in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Evie Bales, a 4th grader who attends Kilby Shores Elementary School in Suffolk, Virginia.
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The week, Mr. Martha reads a story written by Aanya Jain, a 3rd grader who attends Old Donation School in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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This week Martha is reading a story by a 3rd grader named Grace who attended Hermitage Elementary in Virginia Beach.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Josiah Williams, a 4th grader from Chesapeake, VA.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story written by Kennedy, a 2nd grader, from Nansemond Parkway Elementary School in Suffolk, VA.
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This week's story is written by Alissa Alston, a 2nd grader at Saunders Elementary School in Newport News, VA.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story written by Lucy, a 2nd grader from Deer Park Elementary in Newport News, VA.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story written by Zymier Smith, a 2nd grader from Kiptopeke Elementary School in Cape Charles, VA.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Moriah Schranz, a 5th grader from W.H. Taylor Elementary School in Norfolk, VA.
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Happy Holidays from Ms. Martha and your WHRO family! This week Martha will be reading a special Christmas story called "The Girl Who Cried Santa" written by a 4th grader named Savannah who attended Sewells Point Elementary in Norfolk, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story titled “What Ever You Can Imagine” written by Charlotte Campbell, a 4th grader from Cape Charles Christian School, in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha is joined by special guest, First Lady of Virginia Pamela Northam at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Brock Environmental Center to read a story called "Splash Splash Mermaddy" written by Madison Stacy, a 2nd grader from Corporate Landing Elementary, in Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads "The Day I Glitched" written by Kylen Boyer, a 3rd grader from Sedgefield Elementary in Newport News, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story titled “Magical Art” written by Taryn Vernon, a 3rd grader from Chesapeake, Virginia.
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This week's story is written by by Evie Bales, a 4th grader at Kilby Shores Elementary in Suffolk, Virginia.
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This week, Ms. Martha Reads an exciting story written by Saniya Hundley-Sweeney, a fifth-grader who attended Carver Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia.
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Join us today for a story written by a 3rd grader named Aynslee who attended Tidewater Academy in Wakefield, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story written by Isaac Burns, a kindergartener who attends Great Bridge Presbyterian School in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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The week, Mr. Martha reads a story written by Aanya Jain, a 3rd grader who attends Old Donation School in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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On today's episode of Ms. Martha Reads we hear a story written by Zoey Pham, a 5th grader who attends Pembroke Meadows Elementary in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Enjoy a story written by Lucy Gurganus, a 2nd grader who attends Deer Park Elementary in Newport News, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Evie Bales, a 4th grader who attends Kilby Shores Elementary School in Suffolk, Virginia.
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Enjoy this week's story written by Victoria Tickell, a 2nd grader from Norfolk, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Frank DeRego a kindergartener from Suffolk, Virginia.
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This week's story is written by Aaria Jain, a 1st grader from John B. Dey Elementary school in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha celebrates an exciting one year of wonderful stories with a surprise apperance by special guest Mr. Steve from PBS KIDS! This week's story is written by a kindergartner named Lara from Norfolk, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by a 1st grader named Ruby who attends Occohannock Elementary in Exmore, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story written by a kindergartener named Mckinley who attended Great Bridge Presbyterian School in Chesapeake, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by a 1st grader name Isabelle who attended Trantwood Elementary School in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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This week's story is written by Savannah, a 3rd grader who attended Mathews Elementary School in Mathews County, Virginia.
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This week Ms. Martha Reads a story called "Life Was Different When Aunt Margaret Was Growing Up." It was written by Keegan, a 1st grader who attended Windsor Elementary in Windsor, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story written by Deonta, a 3rd grader who attends Kiptopeke Elementary School in Cape Charles, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha Reads a story called "The Fairy Princess" written by Lillian, a first grader who attended Kings Park Elementary in Springfield, Virginia.
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Enjoy a story written by Dianna, a 4th grader from Virginia Beach.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story written by Kennedy, a second grader from Nansemond Parkway Elementary School in Suffolk, Virginia.
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Ms. Martha reads a story written by Saniya, a kindergartener who attended Carver Elementary School in Newport News, Virginia.
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Today's story is written by a 1st grader named Mahika who attended Cape Henry Collegiate. Join us to hear the adventure of Wenny Waffle!
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Enjoy a story written by 2nd grader Selena who attended Carrollton Elementary.
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Ms. Martha reads a story by a 3rd grader named Tra from Larchmont Elementary.
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Happy New Year from Ms. Martha and your WHRO family! This week Ms. Martha reads a story written by a 3rd grader named Aynslee who attended Tidewater Academy.
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Happy Holidays from Ms. Martha and your WHRO family! This week Ms. Martha will be reading a Christmas story written by a 4th grader named Savannah who attended Sewells Point Elementary.
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Ms. Martha has a funny story for you all today! Are you ready to hear it? Today's story was written by a 3rd grader named Jayd, who attends Atlantic Shores Christian School. 1
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Today's story is by a 2nd grader named Siddhant, he attends Old Donation School.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a special story from one of our winners of the Writer's Contest. This story was written by Elizabeth, a 1st grader who attends Greenbrier Primary. Elizabeth is donating her prize money and wants to buy Christmas gifts for children in a hospice hospital. Her grandpa was so moved by her generosity that he decided to match her gift so that she can buy twice as many gifts! Join us to hear her story!
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This week's story was written by Grayson, a 1st grader who attends Carver Elementary.
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Today Ms. Martha reads a story by a kindergartner named Savannah, who attends Achilles Elementary School.
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This story was written by a kindergartener named Madison, who attended Cape Charles Christian School. Let's learn about Rosie the mermaid together!
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Today Ms. Martha reads a story by a 3rd grader named Grayson,
who attends Larchmont Elementary School.
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We have another awesome story for you this week! Ms. Martha reads a story by a 4th grader named Ethan who was homeschooled in Chesapeake, Virginia. Join us to journey to a secret portal.
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Today Ms. Martha reads a story about a tooth fairy who meets some new friends. Put on your listening ears to hear what happens! This story was written by a kindergartener named Scarlett who attends AchillesElementary.
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This story aired during Bullying Prevention Month, so today Ms. Martha reads a story that shares the message of bullying vs kindness. This story was written by a 5th grader named Wylesia, who attended Kiptopeke Elementary School.
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Do you have a dog? If so, what’s its name? Today Ms. Martha reads will a story about a dog named Millie who finds a home! This story was written by by a third grader named Hudson, who attends Occohannock Elementary.
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Do you like eating cookies, candy or cake? Today we'll be reading a story about a little cup cake. Put your listening ears on to hear what happens to this cup cake. This story was written by a kindergartener named Laila, who attended Kiptopeke Elementary.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story by a 4th grader named Phillip, who attended Tidewater Collegiate Academy. His story is about a special bird who became a hero. Find out why by tuning in!
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Today's story was written by a 4th grader named Bryson, from Alanton Elementary School.
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Have you ever been to an island? Ms. Martha reads a story today about a man on an island. It was written by a 1st grader named Vadun, who attended Hampton Roads International Montessori School.
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Have you ever helped someone in a time of need? Or maybe even saved a life? Today Ms. Martha reads a story by a 2nd grader named Grace, from Kilby Shores Elementary School.
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Are you ready to go on another adventure with Ms. Martha? For the past few months we have been reading winning stories from our Writer's Contest, this week's story remains one of our stations favorites! The story was written by a 2nd grader named William, from Hermitage Elementary.
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This week's story is a fun one! Ms. Martha reads a story written by Ava, a kindergartener from Kiptopeke Elementary School.
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This week's story happens to be about a storm. This storm story involves a snowman and was written by a 3rd grader named Ela, who attended Larchmont Elementary School.
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Today's story is a mystery! Ms. Martha reads a story by a kindergartner named Sidney, who attended Great Bridge Presbyterian Preschool.
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Ms. Martha has a very funny story for you all! It was written by a 4th grader named Kiera who attended Star of the Sea School.
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Join Ms. Martha as she reads a story written by a 5th grader named Savannah, who attended Camden Intermediate School.
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Ms. Martha reads a book by a 2nd grader named Erin, who attended Oceanview Elementary.
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This week's story is by a 2nd grader named Daxton, who attended Walsingham Academy.
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This week Ms. Martha reads a story by a 3rd grader named Michael who attended Creekside Elementary.
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Join Ms. Martha as she reads a story by a 1st grader named Holly from Carver Elementary School.
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Ms. Martha reads a story by a 1st grader named Skylar who is homeschooled.
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This week Martha is reading a story by a 3rd grader named Grace who attended Hermitage Elementary in Virginia Beach.
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This week Martha will be reading a story written and illustrated by a kindergarten student named Makayla who attends Achilles Elementary in Gloucester, Virginia.
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This week Martha is reading a story by a 3rd grader named Mariana. Her story is called, "One Inch Tall."
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This week Martha reads, "The Little Scared Fish," written and illustrated by 1st grader Sahasra from Kiln Creek Elementary in Newport News, Virginia.
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Join us for the first segment of Ms. Martha Reads. Our story this week is "The Donkey Who Lost His Memory" written by Ruben, a 2nd grader from James Hurst Elementary in Portsmouth, Virginia.
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