StoryTime With Donald Riebe: Recent Episodes
Donald Riebe
'Tis the night before Christmas and Moose is determined to make everything perfect for the big day. With checklist in hoof and ho ho ho's on his mind, he makes sure everything is perfect. He wraps, he decorates, he bakes and he sings. He does it all, except one thing. Somehow, some
A late summer rainstorm rumbles across the Kansas sky, giving Daddy an idea that will teach his daughter how to set aside her fears and trust him. Father and daughter share an adventurous moment, as rumbles of thunder turn into rumbles of laughter and joyful excitement.
The Big Bad Wolf has a toothache, but is nervous about going to the dentist! His good friend, Elmo, decides to go with him. With the help of Miss Stella, Elmo shows Big Bad there is nothing to be afraid of!
A young girl is delighted to spend a cold winter day at work with her father. An unexpected problem invites them to persevere together with trust and courage as Daddy calls on his daughter to help.
"Guess how much I love you," says Little Nutbrown Hare. Little Nutbrown Hare shows his daddy how much he loves him: as wide as he can reach and as far as he can hop. But Big Nutbrown Hare, who can reach farther and hop higher, loves him back just as much. Well then Little Nutbrown Hare loves him right up to the moon, but that's just halfway to Big Nutbrown Hare's love for him.
A beautiful story about adoption--and how each child is a blessing. Every night before she goes to sleep, a kangaroo prays under the stars for a baby to love and hold. One day, as she rests under a tree, a baby bird falls out of its crowded nest--plop!--right into her pouch!
Now, every night before they fall asleep, Momma-Roo and Little One thank God for all their blessings . . . but especially for each other.
The book closes with a quote from Ephesians 1:5: "In love he destined us for adoption to himself.
Happy Mother's Day!
In only about 200 words, author P. K. Hallinan conveys the love of children for their mothers. From the opening line, “My mommy and I are as close as can be . . .” to the conclusion, “We’re joined at the heart, my mommy and I,” this is a gentle story of love expressed between child and mom—between your child and you.
ABOUT BIG WORLD! BIG ADVENTURES! THE MOVIE (THOMAS & FRIENDS) An exciting Little Golden Book retelling of a new Thomas & Friends(TM) movie adventure!
Thomas the Tank Engine’s newest adventures take him to places he never dreamed he’d visit! Train-loving boys and girls ages 4 to 7 will be thrilled to read about the new faces and places Thomas encounters on his travels far from the Island of Sodor and about his new international friends.
A gentle introduction to the concept of God and the wonders of creation that is ideally suited to young readers.
Sisters and cousins join together for a day of hard work in Grandma’s garden. Enjoy their experiences as they see their hard work and patience turn to plentiful reward and a surprising gift of sharing.
In only about 200 words, author P.K. Hallinan expresses the loving relationship between child and father. With rhyming verse and colorful illustrations, the book is sure to become a storytime favorite.
For ages 4-8. This gentle and warm story is written in the language children use when speaking to God. The child first looks around at the beautiful world and sees God's blessings in this world. Little children everywhere will understand this book as it speaks to them about the greatness of God's love. A perfect choice for the Easter season.
Late on Christmas Eve a boy boards a mysterious train that waits for him: the Polar Express bound for the North Pole. When he arrives there, Santa offers him any gift he desires. The boy modestly asks for one bell from the reindeer's harness. It turns out to be a very special gift, for only believers in Santa can hear it ring.
She doesn't look special-just an ordinary stray cat hanging around a dilapidated old boardwalk. Of course, Dan, the caretaker of the Pavilion o' Fun, likes her. He feeds her scraps and even takes her for a ride on the carousel when no one is around. But one day, the Pavilion catches fire! ...
Diverse children learn confidence that their parents love them at every moment throughout the day. When do I love you? When you're happy; when you're mad; when you hold my hand; when you do your chores... I love you ALL THE TIME - just the way you are.
In a new, larger size, these colorful, collectible, and entertaining Jellybean Books are sure to appeal to preschoolers with their favorite Sesame Street characters and simple stories just right for growing minds.
The Monster at the End of This Book: Starring Lovable, Furry Old Grover is a children's picture book based on the television series Sesame Street and starring Grover. It was written by series writer and producer Jon Stone and illustrated by Michael Smollin, and originally published by Little Golden Books in 1971.
This book is suitable for ages 3 to 6 years. In this delightful and warm book, the author weaves a story of children helping others and leaving heartprints all along the way.
ne day in the pumpkin patch the strangest little pumpkin hatched . . . Spookley the Pumpkin was different. All the other pumpkins teased him, until Spookley proved that being different can save the day!
This perennial best-selling children’s book delivers a special message of tolerance and kindness that is just right for fall . . . and any time of year!
Margaret Wise Brown's the Whispering Rabbit is a part of the Little Golden Book collection. A bunny-rific bedtime story from the author of Goodnight Moon! Margaret Wise Brown's sweet, poetic tale about a little bunny and why he has to whisper was origininally published in the classic Golden Book The Golden Sleepy Book.
God loves to hear us give thanks for the blessings in our lives! This delightful, interactive, musical picture book teaches young children the importance of thankfulness and prayer. Sweet, faith-building rhymes, a catchy melody, and implied actions and movement make this book a sure winner with young children.
Suggested ages for readers: 2-7
The old woman in the shoe has so many pets she doesn't know what to do! Her peaceful home has become noisy and chaotic due to twenty-two unusual pets and their silly, unpredictable antics. A catchy rhyming text and colorful illustrations add to the charm and fun of this delightful story.
Suggested age range for readers: 4-10
Mr. Bell gets his chance to fix a broken heart when Jill sadly shows him a doll the puppy chewed up.
Tina's new socks are so wonderful she vows to wear them every day! But they begin to smell really, really bad because Tina will not take them off - even to be washed. The kids finally drag Tina down to the river and make her wash those stinky socks, driving away all the fish with the nasty odour! Tina's mom gets her a new shirt as a reward for finally getting her socks clean. A shirt Tina loves so much, she vows never, ever to take it off!
"Lovely things are all around, in each season, sight and sound; gifts so wondrous, pure, and true - lovely things for me and you." This touching, poetic picture book expresses thankfulness for the beauty, wonder, and joy that each season brings. It helps children develop appreciation for the majesty of God's creation and gratitude for the simple things in life.
Suggested age range for readers: 3-8
Harvey Potter was a very strange fellow indeed. He was a farmer, but he didn't farm like my daddy did. He farmed a genuine, U.S. Government Inspected Balloon Farm.
So begins this enchanting original tall tale. Set in the rural south and populated with a truly unforgettable cast of characters--including, if you look very carefully, a rabbit, a Tyrannosaurus rex, a cat, a chicken, a cow, and a pig hidden in each remarkable illustration--this is a book that is filled with wonderful impossibilities and magical imagination. Told in the great tradition of summer nights and front porch yarns, Harvey Potter's Balloon Farm will lift your spirit right off the ground, just as it does Harvey Potter.
Harvey Potter was a very strange fellow indeed. He was a farmer but not like any farmer you've ever met. He didn't grow corn, okra, or tomatoes. Harvey Potter grew balloons. No one knew exactly how he did it, but with the help of the light of a full moon, one friendly child catches a peek of just how Harvey Potter does it. And keeps some magic for herself. "This is the best sort of fantasy imaginative, inventive, and believable. Harvey Potter is a wonder he's the owner of a genuine U.S. Government Inspected Balloon farm. And Nolen's tale about this man, narrated by the African-American girl who learns balloon-farming magic from him, is equally wondrous.... This title should sail onto every library shelf. May Nolen grow a bumper crop of books." School Library Journal.
A much-loved classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid and colourful collage illustrations and its deceptively simple, hopeful story. With its die-cut pages and finger-sized holes to explore, this is a richly satisfying book for children.
Eric Carle Every child should have a copy" Daily Telegraph