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    Education for Kids

    Super Great Kids’ Stories

    Supergreat Kids’ Stories is a collection of fun tales to make you laugh and cry, told by some of the best storytellers from around the world. Recommended for ages 5 to 105…

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    Latest Episodes:
    Surya The Sun God and the Cockerel Aug 12, 2022

    The animals are all moaning about being too hot, so Suriya the Sun God decides to stop shining. Listen to Peter Chand telling this fun tale from India, and find how the birds persuade the sun to shine once again.


    The Crow and the Turtle Aug 05, 2022

    In this How and Why tale from Papua New Guinea, we hear how turtle nearly ends up as soup for a family of hungry crows. Listen to storyteller Kate Corkery and find out how turtle got its shell.


    The Parrot and the Cat Jul 29, 2022

    In this fun little tale from India, we hear about a greedy cat, a kind parrot, a little old lady, a king and his courtiers, and two cunning crabs who all end up in a cat’s tummy. Listen to Tuup telling this lively tale, and find out how they escape.


    The Four Dragons Jul 22, 2022

    In this Chinese 'How and Why' story, Kim tells us how four dragons help to save the people from drought, and why the dragons end up as the four main rivers which run through China.


    Momotaro (Peach Boy) Jul 15, 2022

    Momotaro goes on a quest to defeat the troublesome Onis (Ogres) on Oni Island. Along the way, he recruits and unlikely team : a dog, a monkey, and a pheasant to help him fight this daring battle. Who will win? Listen to children's comedian Tiernan Douieb tell this wonderful Japanese classic to find out.


    Water Mama Jul 08, 2022

    Best not to listen to this story just before bedtime. It’s a bit scary! In the sea just off the coast of Guyana lives a spirit – a Water Mama who is half woman half fish. She is said to enchant people and lure them under the sea. Will the sugar cane man be able to resist her magical powers? Listen to Tuup tell this story - and see if you think it’s a happy ending. If scary stories aren’t for you – then maybe try listening to one or our funny Anansi stories like ‘Anansi and the Hot Pepper Soup’ or ‘Anansi and the Tree with a Face.’


    Crossing a River - Finding Oneself Jul 01, 2022

    Thirteen wise men are on a journey which involves crossing a river. Will they all make it safely across, or will they be eaten by the snake monster who is said to live in that river? Listen to talented storyteller Peter Chand telling this funny, Indian Tale and find out.


    Troll Mother and the Humans Jun 24, 2022

    Humans are moving into the forest and most of the trolls are moving north to get away from them. But Troll Mother wants to live near the humans because she loves the smell of coffee and baking bread. How will it work out? Find out by listening to this magical song story told by gifted storyteller Emily Hennessey.


    Aadi and the Zimwi Jun 17, 2022

    In this story from the sunny island of Zanzibar, Aadi goes to the beach with her big sisters and is captured by a demon Zimwiand shut away in his drum. How will she escape? Listen to Kim telling this entertaining ‘singing story’ from Tanzania and find out.


    King Arthur and The Cape of Beards Jun 10, 2022

    A Giant is very pleased with his cape made from 100% Kings’ beard. But there’s just one problem. It’s got a hole in it, and the only way to fix it is by shaving the beard off the great King Arthur. Will the Giant be able to defeat this noble King and mend the hole in his cape? Have a listen to this fun story told by Wilf Merttens and find out.


    Baba Yaga and Masha the Clever Jun 10, 2022

    Masha is told by her stepmother to visit Baba Yaga the witch who eats children to ask for a needle and thread. Is that a good idea? How will she escape the witch's clutches?With a bit of magic, and kindness and help from her friends. That's how. Listen to Kim telling this lively story from Russia to find how how Masha outwits the witch. You have to be a bit brave to listen to this story, but it does have a happy ending.


    The Golden Bowl Jun 03, 2022

    The King is very ill, but a young boy arrives at the palace with a special gift. Everyone who receives it gets 'a warm feeling in their heart, like honey'. What is the special gift? Listen to this beautiful tale told by storyteller Nick Hennessey.


    The Lonely Giant May 27, 2022

    Listen to this Scottish traditional tale told by storyteller Wilf Merttens about a lonely giant who sets off on a quest to find a wife so he won’t be lonely any more.

    He fails miserably in his mission, but surprise! he finds the thing he was looking for was right there back at home - waiting for him.


    The Seed May 20, 2022

    The King is getting old - and he has no children. How will he decide who to choose as the next King or Queen? Listen to this fun, English retelling of a traditional Chinese story told by storyteller Amy Douglas and find out.


    Coyote Makes The Stars May 13, 2022

    In this week's Native American story, Coyote, (half-dog, half-wolf, half- god) is full of questions. He climbs to the heavens seeking answers from the Creator, and surprises himself by creating something himself. Listen to storyteller Emily Hennessey to find out what, and how and why.


    Why The Sky is so High Up and Far Away May 06, 2022

    A Long time ago in Nigeria, people enjoyed eating the sky. But what happened when they ate too much? Listen to this thoughtful story from Kate Corkery and find out.


    Eggshell Soup Apr 29, 2022

    What would you do if the fairies swapped your brother or sister for a green wrinkly old fairy? How would you get your sibling back? Listen to this Irish tale celebrating the first of May from Kate Corkery to find out.


    Why Crocodiles Sleep With Their Mouths Open Apr 22, 2022

    Priya finds an egg at school and is rather surprised when it hatches out. What would you do if you discovered a demanding creature with snapping teeth in your pocket? Would you keep it? Listen to Kim tell this fun How and Why story - and find out what happens.


    Tortoise and Sons Apr 16, 2022

    Mr Tortoise is in trouble, and his 6 children all come to help, but which of them will he reward, and what will he give them? Listen to Kate Corkery telling this 'How and Why' tale from Ghana to find out.


    Lord Plinlimon and his Three Daughters Apr 08, 2022

    In the beginning times, Lord Plinlimon decided to share his land between his three daughters, but will they make it to the sea before sunset to claim their prize?

    Listen to top storyteller Amy Douglas tell this thoughtful Welsh ‘how and why’ story - to find out.




    Grandma Spider brings the Sun Apr 01, 2022

    Half the world is in darkness, so Possum, Buzzard, and Fox try to steal part of the sun. Then, Grandmother Spider decides to have a go at bringing light and warmth to her animal friends. Who will succeed? Listen to storyteller Kate Corkery telling this Native American story from the Cherokee people, and find out.


    Anansi and the Party Mar 25, 2022

    Anansi the trickster spider wants to go to Gloria’s birthday party.

    He hasn’t been invited because he’s too greedy and he cheats, but can he use his trickster powers to get himself invited? Listen to Kim telling this lively story from West Africa and find out.


    Coyote and Spider Mar 18, 2022

    In this traditional tale from North America, Coyote is mesmerised by a cunning spider. Luckily, he has a foxy friend who comes to his rescue. Listen to this fun tale told by storyteller Emily Hennessey to see how Fox saves the day.


    Finn McCool and the Giant’s Causeway Mar 17, 2022

    The Giant’s Causeway on the coast of Antrim in Northern Ireland is an awe-inspiring staircase of huge rocks stretching far out into the sea. But how did it get there? Was it the work of Irish Giant Finn McCool and if so why? Gifted storyteller Kate Corkery explains all.


    The Blind Man and the Hunter Mar 11, 2022

    In this traditional tale from West Africa, a hunter learns an important lesson from a wise man. Listen to Kim telling this encouraging tale from West Africa and join in with the song.

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    Anansi, Tiger and Sister Chicken Mar 04, 2022

    Tiger and Anansi are friends. But when Tiger shows an interest in Sister Chicken, Anansi decides to try and win her friendship for himself. Some Tricks Anansi wins, and some he loses. Listen to this West African tale told by wonderful storyteller Tuup to see if this time it's a win, or a fail.

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    Coyote and the Big, Old, Tree Feb 25, 2022

    When Coyote the trickster decides to hide in a big old tree, he gets rather stuck. Listen to this Native American tale full of twists and turns told by storyteller Emily Hennessey to see how wily Coyote gets himself out of this particular bit of trouble.

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    The Tiger, the Boy and the Jackal Feb 18, 2022

    In this traditional tale from India, a kind boy releases a tiger from a trap, and very nearly gets gobbled up. But luckily, a cunning jackal comes along to save the day and teaches that tiger a lesson. Listen to Kim telling this wise old tale from India and join in with the roaring and the rhythms.

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    Anansi and The Hot, Pepper Soup Feb 11, 2022

    Anansi the spider is up to his tricks again. In order to win the King's gold, he has to eat a large bowl of super hot pepper soup.

    Will he outwit the king and the other competitors? Listen to Tuup telling this lively singing story from West Africa and find out.




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    Anansi and The Chest of Stories Feb 04, 2022

    Anansi the trickster spider wants Nyame the Sky God’s box of stories. But It’s not going to be easy. He has to face many challenges to get it – but with a little determination, and a little trickery anything is possible! Listen to Tuup telling this lively story from West Africa.

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    The Tramp and the Boots Jan 28, 2022

    What would you do if an angry fairy suddenly popped up beside you while you were taking a nap? In this Scottish fairy tale told by storyteller Amy Douglas that’s exactly what happens to an unsuspecting tramp with rather surprising results.




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    The Snake Sister Jan 21, 2022

    In this imaginative Brazilian Cinderella story, a princess is born with a snake wrapped around her neck. Will her snake turn out to be a blessing or a curse?

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    Maroosia and Father Frost Jan 14, 2022

    This wintery Russian fairy tale told by Emily Hennessey has a stepmother and 2 stepsisters and a sort of prince who is all sparkly, but he’s definitely not the kind of prince you’d want to marry. And is there a fairy godmother? Have a listen and see what you think?

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    Fíor Uisce and the Magic Water (or, The Legend of the Loch.) Jan 07, 2022

    What would you do if you discovered a stream of magic, healing water in your garden? I don’t think you’d do what the king of Cork did with his magic water. Have a listen to this Irish fairy tale told by Kate Corkery and see if you think he got what he deserved.



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    A Man Amongst Men Dec 31, 2021

    In this funny, retelling of a traditional Nigerian tale, we hear about 3 men who all believe they’re the strongest. Will there be a winner? Have a listen to Tuup and find out.




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    Father Frost and the Star Child Dec 25, 2021

    In this story for Christmas day, we hear a tale inspired by the Nenets people who live in the snowy Siberian arctic. Why does Father Frost want to steal Star Child’s fur boots? She teams up with her friends Snow Wolf and The Boy to investigate, resulting in a heart-warming conclusion.

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    The Little Things Dec 24, 2021

    One snowy night in Russia, a traveller arrives at a run down inn, tired and hungry. He’s doesn’t have money, but he’s got eyes which shine like stars, and he’s made very welcome. Who is this old drover or shepherd? Find out by listening to storyteller and singer Nick Hennessey who will transport you to a Russian winter with this heartening traditional fairy tale.


    A good listen for both parents and children.


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    The Spinning Sisters Dec 17, 2021

    In this traditional German fairy tale with a song - three strange looking women show up to help a girl in need. A story which extols the virtue of hard work. Although the girl manages to avoid the work, yet still gets her prince!




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    Butterball Dec 17, 2021

    This Norwegian fairy tale told by Emily Hennessey is about a little boy who is tricked by a troll. He nearly ends up in the cooking pot,

    but luckily he outwits the scary troll. You have to be brave to listen to this story, because it’s about a troll who eats children. But it’s only a story troll and it’s a great story. If scary stories aren’t for you, then try The Spinning Sisters which we’ll post at the same time as an alternative ‘happy ending’ fairy tale.




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    Stick Woman Dec 10, 2021

    In this funny, retelling of a traditional Indian fairytale told by Tuup lots of animals want to eat an old woman, but she persuades them to wait until she returns from her trip. How will she disguise herself, and escape their genius sense of smell?




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    Nora and the Ackee Fruit Dec 03, 2021

    In this lively, interactive folktale from Jamaica, Kate Corkery tells the story of 2 girls who set off on a journey to pick ackee fruit. But a magical river intervenes to teach one sister a lesson. Will Nora learn the lesson the river is trying to teach her and return home safely with her fruit?

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    The Beast who wants a Feast Nov 26, 2021

    In this story, from the Brazilian Rainforest, a small tortoise pits her wits against the brute force of a notorious forest beast.

    Who will win? Listen to Kim telling this lively, traditional story and find out.


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    Bhikhubhai and the Coconut Nov 19, 2021

    In this funny, interactive folktale from India, Emily Hennessey conjures up one man’s foolish quest to get what he most desires: not gold or treasure, this time, but a fresh, juicy coconut!

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    The Pedlar of Swaffham Nov 12, 2021

    Do you believe dreams can come true? What will happen to the pedlar who decides to follow his dream? Have a listen to Kate Corkery telling this lovely old English tale and find out.

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    The Bear Who Stole the Wind Nov 05, 2021

    Would you take on a grumpy bear in order to bring back the Spring? In this Native American story from the Blackfoot People, a young boy sets off on a quest to do just that. Will he succeed? Listen to Tiernan Douieb's exciting telling of this tale, to find out.

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    Baba Yaga the Witch and Vasilisa the Beautiful Oct 29, 2021

    This tale told by Kim is from Russia You have to be brave to listen to this story, because it's about a scary witch who eats children. But it does have a happy ending. If you don't like scary stories, try 'The Three Little Pigs' which we're putting up as an alternative treat. It's more fun than scary.

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    The Three Little Pigs Oct 29, 2021

    What would you use to build your house if you wanted to be safe? In this interactive old English tale we learn how to keep your family out of trouble and how to outwit the big bad wolf.

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    The Sausage Tree Oct 22, 2021

    In this story from Russia, told by Kim, a farmer finds gold which brings a dilemma. What would you do if you found some treasure, which you want to keep a secret - but your best friend, who loves a good story, wants to tell everyone everything?

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    Molly and the Leprechaun Oct 15, 2021

    Some people say, that if you catch a leprechaun, he will lead you to a pot of gold. Listen to Irish storyteller Kate Corkery, to see if Molly can get her granny a pot of gold?

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    The Crane Girl Oct 08, 2021

    Has anyone ever made your day by showing a little bit of kindness? Listen to this story from Japan told by Tuup about the power of kindness to change lives.

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    The Magic Orange Tree Oct 01, 2021


    In this bonus story to celebrate our first year of podcasting, Kim tells a tale from Haiti about a magic orange tree, which provides delicious oranges for a hungry little girl. There’s a scary stepmother in this story, but as in most fairy tales, the story has a happy ending.




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    Fox at a Party Oct 01, 2021

    Can you imagine a cheeky fox inviting himself to your birthday party? What do you think might happen? Have a listen to this fun, interactive story told by Irish storyteller Kate Corkery and find out.

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    Loki and The Wall of Asgard Sep 24, 2021

    The gods and the giants are always fighting. And Loki the Norse god is up to his tricks again, changing shape to confuse everyone. In this story from Norway, Emily Hennessey tells us how the gods have a wall built around their city to keep the giants out.

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    Bouki Dances The Kokioko Sep 17, 2021

    Do you like dancing? This lively story from Haiti in the Caribbean told by musician and storyteller Tuup, contains a special dance, a song and a trickster. See if you can learn the song and make up your own dance.

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    The Crow and the Sparrow Sep 10, 2021

    In this story from India - told by Peter Chand, things don't look good for a poor little sparrow who is captured by a bullying crow, but don't worry, life is full of sudden and unexpected change - in this case, for the better.

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    Blue Lizard Girl Sep 03, 2021

    Ella doesn’t want to start school. But with help from her creepy crawlies: hornet, cobra, grasshopper and blue lizard she gradually starts making friends.

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    The Boy Who Used his Head Aug 27, 2021

    In this Korean folk tale, told by Pamela Marre, a young boy is laughed at by his brothers for being a bit of a dreamer. But sometimes dreaming can be useful, and bear fruit…


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    This work kindly shared by Pamela under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.


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    The White Elephant Aug 20, 2021

    In this Buddhist folk tale from ancient India, told by Kim, an elephant mysteriously becomes bad tempered. His owner has to figure out what’s casing his distress. I wonder if you can solve the mystery?


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    The Three Dolls Aug 13, 2021

    In this folk tale from Iran told by storyteller Emily Hennessey. A King is sent a mysterious box containing a gift and a riddle. Can you help him solve it?


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    The Three Wishes Aug 06, 2021

    What would you ask for if you were given three wishes? Listen to Pamela Marre's funny retelling of this traditional tale - set in wartime England to find out what the people in the story wished for.


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    How The Birds Got Their Colours Jul 30, 2021

    This week's story told by Tuup is a 'How and Why' tale from Guyana about how the birds got their colours. It's set in the Amazon Rain Forest. You have to be a bit brave to listen because it's got a giant snake, and a boy who shoots birds in it. So, hold someone's hand, take a deep breath, and off, we, go!


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    Ted the Tiger Tamer Jul 23, 2021

    Do you sometimes get really angry? The boy in this story discovered whenever he felt angry he could turn himself into a Tiger. But then what? Who was in charge - Ted, or the Tiger? Have a listen to Kim telling this story and find out.


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    The Girl who Wished for Wings Jul 16, 2021

    This story from China is about a girl who longed to fly and get a different view of the world. Will her wish come true? Here's storyteller Nadine Wild-Palmer to tell us.If you'd like to support the show you can find us on our Ko-fi page - HERE

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    Lion, Vulture and Hyena Jul 09, 2021

    Do you think a Lion, a Vulture and a Hyena could live happily in the same home? Listen to this week's story from East Africa told by Kate Corkery and see if they can learn to live together?

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    The Fox and the Foolish Fishes Jul 02, 2021

    This week's story is a Jewish trickster story told by Pamela Marre about how a fox fooled an angel when the world was new. You have to be a bit brave to listen to this story because it's go a scary sea monster in it - but it's only a story monster. Will the fox be able to trick the monster too ? Have a listen and find out.


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    Rooster Finds Gold Jun 25, 2021

    How can a little rooster get a greedy king to listen to him? Will he succeed? Listen to Kim telling this interactive story from Iraq and find out.


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    El Cangrejo -The Crab King Jun 18, 2021

    What do you do with a bully who is bigger than you? This lively story told by Kate Corkery is from the Amazon Rain Forest in South America, and shows us what some little creatures did to solve the problem.


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    How the Rainbow Got into the Sky Jun 11, 2021

    How do you think the rainbow got into the sky? Listen carefully, because Pamela Marre is going to tell you a How and Why story which tells you what the Shoshone people in North America have to say about it.


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    Mrs Rabbit and the Fox Jun 04, 2021

    Did you know that rabbits haven't always lived in burrows? According to this Irish story told by Kate Corkery - there was a time when one particular rabbit fancied something a bit grander.


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    Bonus Episode - Bullfrogs and Lizards: Roberta Rabbit and Her Pig Jun 02, 2021

    This week we are giving you a bit of a treat. This is a bonus guest story about a pig. It comes from a Series of Australian stories called Bullfrogs and Lizards. They’re narrated by David Smith, the co producer on Supergreat kids’ Stories. David grew up in Australia.


    Bullfrogs and Lizards isn’t a series of traditional folk tales and fairy tales like the ones on Supergreat Kids’ Stories, - these stories were made up by David’s Grandad and told to David and his sister when he was little, and now he’s recorded them to share with you.


    In this story, Roberta Rabbit has recently won a little pig at her school fair and her pig turns out to be very helpful on the farm...


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    Baboon and Tortoise May 28, 2021

    In this trickster story - best friends Baboon and Tortoise decide to grow some fig trees. But Baboon tricks Tortoise out of his fair share of figs. What would you do if a friend did that to you? Have a listen to Kim telling this story from East and Southern Africa, and find out what tortoise does.


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    Tiddalink the Thirsty Frog May 21, 2021

    In this Aboriginal story from Australia, Tiddalink the frog is so thirsty, he drinks all the water in the billabong. That leaves the other animals with no water to drink and wondering what to do. What would you do? Listen to Tuup tell this old tale to hear how they sorted the problem.


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    If you'd like to learn more about the First Nations People of Australia and the work being done to preserve their rich and ancient culture, visit the excellent website - www.commonground.org.au


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    The Monkey who looked for Trouble May 14, 2021

    Do you sometimes want to do something all by yourself? In this story from Haiti told by Kim, little monkey goes off all by himself to find some trouble... and gets a little more than he expected.


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    The Hodja's Party Clothes May 07, 2021

    What would you do if you were sent home from a party because your clothes were too scruffy? Listen to Tuup telling this tale from Turkey to find out what the Hodja did. (It's a bit silly.)


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    The Laughing Prince Apr 30, 2021

    Do you like making people laugh? So does Tiernan who tells this story from the Balkans in South Eastern Europe. It's about a funny boy who loves to tell jokes, and a bored Princess who longs to laugh. Will she find his jokes funny? Listen to Tiernan telling this story and find out.


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    The Parrot’s Advice Apr 23, 2021

    This story is about a clever Parrot who longs to escape from his cage and return to his friends and family. At one point in the story, it looks as if the parrot has died, but take heart, things are not always as they seem. Keep listening to this lovely story from Pamela Marre to hear the happy ending.


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    Donkey's Band and the Big Bad Robbers Apr 16, 2021

    How would you feel if you were an animal and your owner didn't want you any more? This group of 4 animals decide to dust themselves down, pick themselves up, and start a band. They might not sing pretty, but their voices are useful for scaring off robbers. Can you help Kim, by joining in this noisy tale from Germany?


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    Tianjay and The Yellow Dress Apr 09, 2021

    Can Tianjay’s friends save her from her mean great aunt and the scary man with skinny arms and skinny legs? In this Caribbean tale told by Tuup, we see the power of friendship in action. In the words of the African proverb…. 'when spiders unite, they can tie up a lion.' Warning – this story is a bit scary. If you’re not one for scary stories you might want to try How the Stars Became Episode 6 or Why the Sky is Far Away episode 3.


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    Pip and the Moon Rabbit Apr 02, 2021

    Can a dog and a strange rabbit from the moon become friends? Have a listen to Kim telling this story from Tibet and find out.


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    The Monster in the Maze Mar 26, 2021

    This week we have an exciting story from Greece about a fight between a Monster and a Prince. You have to be a bit brave to listen, because the monster likes snacking on children ……but it’s only a story monster and you’ll be pleased to hear that it has a very happy ending. It’s told by the kids’ comedian Tiernan Douieb, so it’s also very funny. Let us know if you were brave enough to listen all the way to the end.


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    Baby Crocodile's Birthday Mar 19, 2021

    It's baby crocodile's birthday and he's so hungry he could eat an elephant. Is that a good idea? Listen to Tuup's story from East Africa and find out.


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    The Owl Girls and the Witch Mar 12, 2021

    Would you like to turn into a bird and fly off on an adventure? The two friends in this story did just that – but did they make it home? Listen to Kim telling this story from Argentina and find out. (Warning - this story has a witch in it, but she’s a good witch so it’s not very scary.)


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    The Mouse Bride Groom Mar 05, 2021

    In this, the first of our stories about Love and Friendship we hear an Indian story told by Peter Chand. It's about a mouse couple who are looking for someone to marry their daughter. They search far and wide across the sky, and end up, you've guessed it, back in their village. You'll need your best storytelling skills for this one, because there's lots of participation.


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    The Race Between Donkey and Toad Feb 26, 2021

    Can a tiny toad win a race against a long-legged donkey who brags and brays?

    Maybe, with a bit of trickery. Listen to this Jamaican Folk Tale told by Nadine Wild-Palmer and find out who wins.


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    Anansi and the Drum of Common Sense. Feb 19, 2021

    Anansi the trickster spider wants all the common sense in the world for himself. But even clever spiders don't always get what they want. Here's Tuup to tell you this funny story from West Africa.


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    Valentine’s Day Special: Princess Frankie and the Frog. Feb 14, 2021

    Can a Princess fall in love with a frog? Listen to Kim telling this Brothers Grimm fairytale from Germany, and find out.


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    Loki the Trickster and the God of Thunder Feb 12, 2021

    Is it a good idea to go to a frost giant’s party? The two friends in this Viking story decided it was a good idea - and even though they had superpowers, they only just escaped very big trouble.


    Here’s Tiernan Douieb to tell you how they did it.


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    How the Elephant got its Trunk Feb 05, 2021

    Did you know that long ago elephant had a shiny little button nose? That's according to Peter Chand who tells this story from India about 'How the Elephant got its Trunk'


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    Odon The Giant Jan 29, 2021

    Is it a good idea to take on a giant if you are a tiny little sunbird? Have a listen to Kim telling this story from The Philippines, and see what you think?


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    The Fearsome Creature in the House Jan 22, 2021

    Imagine coming home one day to find a monster in your house. That’s what happened to poor old Hare in this Trickster Tale from South Sudan in Africa.

    But who’s the trickster? Have a listen to storyteller Pamela Marre and you’ll find out.


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    Coyote and Baby Turtle Jan 15, 2021

    This episode's tale is called The Coyote and Baby Turtle. It’s from North America and it’s told by Tuup. Even if you’re small and slow you can still “out-trick” a trickster.


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    Kojo The Rabbit Jan 08, 2021

    Kojo is a very clever rabbit, but he's also a trickster rabbit. He's a bit naughty, and uses tricks to get what he wants. In this story, Kojo wants wisdom. The story is from West Africa and is told by Kim.


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    Anansi and The Tree With The Face Jan 01, 2021

    In the next set of Supergreat Kids’ stories, we’re going to hear Trickster Tales from around the world. We’ll meet lots of characters, who like to play tricks on their friends.

    This story is about Anansi the spider who tried to trick his friends and steal their food…..but it didn’t quite work as he’d planned. The story is from West Africa and The Caribbean, and is retold by Kim Normanton.


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    The Wind That Blew Christmas Away Dec 24, 2020

    Have you ever had a grumpy, bad tempered Christmas or Special Day when nothing went right? That's how Joe felt, until his Christmas blew away all together. This is the story of how Joe rescued Christmas and made it much better. It's written and told by Kim Normanton.


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    The Fish and The Star Dec 22, 2020

    This is a story about a little fish and a star who both have secret wishes to explore beyond their own small world. It's written and told by our storyteller Pamela Marre. If you like the story, maybe you could draw a picture of the fish and the star and send it to us at supergreatkidsstories.com or just tell us which is your favourite Super Great Kids' Story. We'd love to hear from you.


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    The Star Maidens Dec 18, 2020

    Have you ever found a star which has come down to earth? The Native American people from North America tell stories about the star people. This tale is called The Star Maidens and it's told by Tuup.


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    How the Milky Way Got into the Sky Dec 11, 2020

    On a clear night, if you look up at the sky, you will see the Milky Way. Scientists tell us it’s a galaxy made from billions of stars and gas, and it looks kind of…… milky.

    But the Shoshoni people of North America have their own 'How and Why' story about those stars which involves sparkly snow, and some rather grumpy bears. Here’s storyteller Pamela Marre to tell us more.


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    The Boy and The Snow Wolf Dec 04, 2020

    In the next set of Supergreat Kids’ stories, we’re going to hear starry and wintery tales from around the world.

    This story is about a snow wolf and a boy who are friends. It was inspired by the Nenets people who live at the top of the world in the snowy Siberian Arctic. There is a scary moment in this story when the hunter comes along with his gun, but keep listening, because it has a twinkly, happy ending.


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    The Magical Tree Nov 27, 2020

    This tale is from East Africa and told by Tuup. It's all about a magical tree. When you call out its name, it grows delicious fruits and gushes water from its roots. But, you have to remember its name!


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    The Pied Piper of Hamelin Nov 20, 2020

    Can you imagine having hundreds of rats running around your house and nibbling at your toes while you’re in bed every night? Storyteller Pamela Marre is going to tell us a fairytale from Germany which is full of rats!


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    The Woodsman and the Forest Spirit Nov 13, 2020

    Have you ever been walking in the woods and heard strange voices?


    Well, this magical fairytale told by Tuup is about the things that live within the woods.


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    Ngwenya and the Crocodile Nov 04, 2020

    This fairy tale from Zimbabwe, in Southern Africa, is a bit like Cinderella – except that the fairy godmother is a crocodile. And instead of a Prince's ball it’s a birthday party. Is a crocodile at a birthday party a good idea? Have a listen, and you’ll find out.


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    Halloween Special: Baba Yaga's Breakfast Oct 30, 2020

    This next tale is from Russia. Russia has a lot of great fairy tales. You have to be brave to listen to this story because it's about a witch - Baba Yaga, who eats children... but she's only a "story witch" not a real one. And the story has a happy ending!


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    The Old Woman and The Fat Pumpkin Oct 27, 2020

    In the next set of Supergreat Kids’ stories, we’re going to hear fairy tales from around the world. We have a witch from Russia who eats children, a giant

    from the Philippines who crushes creatures under his feet, and we bring you a rather unusual version of ‘Cinderella and the Crocodile’ from Zimbabwe in

    Southern Africa. But first, we hear from a grandmother in India who outwits a wolf, and a tiger in order to get through the dark, dark, woods to visit her

    granddaughter. Are you sitting comfortably? Then we’ll begin. Mouth open, story jump out!


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    How The Stars Became Oct 19, 2020

    Have you ever been out at night an looked up at the stars and wondered how they got there? Well in this episode we hear a story which people tell in Southern Africa about ‘how the stars became’.


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    How The Lion Dance Became Oct 14, 2020

    Have you ever seen a lion dance during Chinese new year? Well in this episode, the story which I’m going to tell you is ‘how the lion dance became.


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    Why the Rattle Snake Rattles and How Snakes Got Their Poison Oct 12, 2020

    If you like snakes – you’ll like this story, so listen closely, because in this episode we’re going to hear from Tuup about a story from South America about why the rattle snake rattles and how snakes got their poison.


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    Why The Sky Is Far Away Oct 02, 2020

    Would you eat the sky if you could? In this episode we’re going to hear a story told by Pamela Marre about a time when people did eat the sky. Pamela has always been surrounded by her Jewish family stories and she tells tells traditional stories from many cultures. Today her story is from Nigeria in West Africa about Why the Sky is Far Away.


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    How The Mosquito Became Sep 29, 2020

    In this episode Kim tells us a story about how the mosquito became. Do you know, what a mosquito is? That’s right! It’s a little fly which buzzes and bites.. There are giants in this story. But don’t be scared, they’re only story giants. Are you ready? ‘mouth open, story jump out!’


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    How The Whale Got Its Sad Song Sep 25, 2020

    In this episode we’re going to hear an Innuit story from Tuup. Tuup is an wonderful storyteller from London with Guyanese parents. He’s going to tell us a story from Northern Canada about ‘How the Whale got Its Sad Song.’ So sit back, relax, and let the magic begin…. As we storytellers say: ‘ Mouth Open, Story Jump Out.’


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    Supergreat Kids' Stories - Trailer Sep 23, 2020

    Welcome to Supergreat Kids' Stories, fun tales to make you laugh and cry with some of the best storytellers from around the world, recommended for ages 5 to 105…




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