Our Instagram contest winner chose "Maddie" and "Frankie" to be characters in this special Christmas episode of Marvels and Wonders.  Maddie wants to give Frankie an expensive Christmas present, but after an eventful Christmas Eve adventure, the two sisters realize they already have a priceless gift in the love they have for each other. Story themes include: Christmas, taking care of others, family, the gift of love.

Happy Halloween! Welcome to an early start to Season 2 of the Marvels and Wonders bedtime story podcast.   Clarabelle is excited to trick-or-treat with her new human friends Daisy and Oscar. She is hoping the neighbours will think she's a REAL purple MONSTER! However, she soon realizes that even her best costume isn't enough to disguise her tall frame. Find out how her friends make Clarabelle's Halloween wishes come true!   Story themes include: Halloween and friendship.   The Marvels and Wonders podcast, including the accompanying musical tracks for this episode, were written and produced by me, Anna Beazer. Special thanks to Lexi and Kloë for providing some of the sound effects!

Fritz saw something AMAZING. It's finally time to find out! Marvellous and Wonderful people, come and join Fritz the honey bee for your bedtime story tonight and see what one little bee can do!  This is the final episode in season 1. I will be taking time to write new stories for you :D Story themes include: Impact of choices, value and innate worth of every child, regardless of performance in school.

Bees are the most amazing creatures! Even if one forgets to do the school project, the value of one small bee is immeasurable.    Story themes include: small choices with big impacts; the value of being who you are; success isn't measured solely by performance in school.

Finn likes to do things a little differently than other people. Well, not everything. Just walking. His little sister and big brother have differing opinions on the matter; however, they might just come to find that doing things differently can be a whole lot of fun! Story themes include being yourself, acceptance, and trying new things.

When a family of foxes lose their den to a cave-in, they have to search outside their comfort zone for a new home.  Story themes include: hope, trust, bravery, and family.

Clover is a lucky bunny. Every evening, the farmer's daughter brings her a special treat. One night, the girl doesn't come. Clover decides to find out way and, finding the girl to be sick, works all night to help her recover. Themes include: friendship, animals

When it's bedtime, Kloë and Lexi work together to stay up as late as possible, one thing at a time.    Story themes include: sisters, mischief, team work, and sibling friendship.

When Hallie's mom informs her she's getting a lot of dust bunnies under her bed, she enlists her little sister, Lillian, to help her catch them.    Story themes include sibling love, cooperation, and family fun.

Hey, everyone! I'm so excited to welcome you to the first season of the Marvels and Wonders podcast.  Today's story is about a giraffe named Clarabelle, who does not yet know she is a giraffe. In this journey of self-discovery, Clarabelle persists in her search to find a place where she feels she truly belongs.