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Animal bedtime stories

Small animals. A story of their own.

Long ears need a taller tent. A bat prefers to hang. An enormous fox tail needs an aisle seat. Meet animals whose small problems make very particular stories.

Who will you read about tonight?

Cover of The Blue Blanket Tent

Recorded narration 3:06

The Blue Blanket Tent

Fern wants a tent tall enough for her ears. Tansy wants a snug roof. Their favorite cushions help them find room for both.

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“Rain was coming, and story night needed a roof. Fern carried the blue blanket across the rug…”

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Cover of Miso and Bim's Lantern Picnic

Recorded narration 2:57

Miso and Bim's Lantern Picnic

Miso likes to sit. Bim likes to hang. They try a few very unsuitable picnic spots before finding one that works for both.

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“On Halloween evening, Miso tied on her leaf cape over her teal neckerchief. She packed two m…”

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Cover of Fenn's Bus Seat

Recorded narration 1:43

Fenn's Bus Seat

Fenn is worried his enormous tail will get in the way at school. An aisle seat and a very silly bus noise leave room for a new friend.

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“On his first day of school, Fenn stopped at the classroom door. His tail was enormous. What…”

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A sleepy ending, or one more giggle?

The rabbits settle into their tent, and the cat and bat finish their picnic and tuck in at home. Fenn’s school day ends with a lively pretend-bus game and a hope for tomorrow. Pick the ending that suits your evening.

Have a little idea of your own?

Start with this one, or change it to something your child loves.

A rabbit and a bat want to sit together, but one likes a cushion and the other likes a branch.

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