Stories From Now And Then: Short Stories for Kids

The Leap-Frog

Join us for a classic fairy tale from Hans Christian Andersen about a contest between a flea, a grasshopper, and a frog! Meanwhile, Cap' Blunderface wants to see a cat jump at least once. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Elves And The Shoemaker

A shoemaker notices that some of his work is being done for him. So what does he do? Find out in today's story. Who could be sneaking around his shop? Meanwhile someone seems to have snuck around the old library a bit too. Join our newsletter at storiesfromnowandthen.com, and to follow along in our colouring book, check out https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR. Stories From Now and Then is a collection of wonderful fairy tales, classic works, and true stories for curious kids and thoughtful parents, brought to you by real life cousins Nicola and Evan. Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Produced by: Ocorda Sound | ocorda.com

The Beatles!

All about four lads from Liverpool: John, Paul, George, and Ringo, and how they became the biggest band of all time. For this episode, all you need is Nicola... To spin the tale of how it all happened. Meanwhile, there's a lot you can do with a pile of hardcover books. Visit us on instagram @storiesfromnowandthen, or join our newsletter on storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

The Dragon Tamers, Part 4

We wrap our journey through Edith Nesbit's world of dragons today - thanks for listening along! And of course you'll get a cool dragon fact along with (courtesy of Baby Blunderface). Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

The Dragon Tamers, Part 3

We had a dragon in the picture, but now a new bad guy enters the chat? Uh oh. Hopefully John the Blacksmith can think of something. Meanwhile Baby Blunderface sends someone to fill in for a Dragon Fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

The Dragon Tamers, Part 2

In this classic folklore tale, John the Blacksmith cashes in on dragon-powered heating, collects profitable iron tears, and welcomes baby Johnny into a very weird household. Meanwhile Baby Blunderface has yet another amazing dragon fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

The Dragon Tamers

How would you feel if you were John the Blacksmith and YOU lived in an old castle with a dragon in it! A classic story from E. Nesbit. At the Old Library, Baby Blunderface has a dragon-related fact. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Caroline Herschel - The Girl Who Counted The Stars

An incredible recounting of astronomer Caroline Herschel's life; another in our series of wonderful true stories! Meanwhile ... someone is stopping by the Old Library. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Professor Bloopernoggin: Adam Gellman Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Robin Hood Turns Butcher

You asked for more Robin Hood stories, and we have delivered! Welcome back to the Old Library, or rather Sherwood Forest, for a winsome and mischievous adventure. Meanwhile Deprecatus has been up to some artistic endeavours. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Chytrá Horákyně (Clever Manka), Part 2

We are still in the wily world of Clever Manka! See how everything unfolds since our part one of this story, and how she handles the judge's challenge. Brought to you by the bungling Cap. Blunderface and the ever-suffering Deprecatus of course. Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Chytrá Horákyně (Clever Manka)

Nicola takes us into the wily world of Manka and how she navigates some pretty intricate situations. Also a certain *ahem* captain didn't quite make it in time for this one, apparently! Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Oh, and if you enjoy colouring, Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Savannah Bananas!

OR ... The Boy In The Yellow Tuxedo. Follow along for this incredibly fun and zany true story from the Old Library, where Deprecatus can apparently ... bake? Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Pardon us? Oh, you enjoy colouring? Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

Momotaro, The Peach Boy

Nicola recounts the magical tale of Momotaro, the peach boy! Adapted from the age-old Japanese Folk Tale. Blunderface learns more about cats (doesn't he always?) Visit us at: storiesfromnowandthen.com Pardon us? Oh, you enjoy colouring? Check this out! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GVMQ8ZNR Narrator: Nicola Ward Captain Blunderface: Evan Wiebe Stories From Now and Then is Produced by Ocorda Sound, ocorda.com

The Tortoise and the Hare, And Other Stories

Nicola spins some yarns from Aesop's Fables, such as the Tortoise and the Hare Some you may know, some not! Meanwhile Deprecatus is getting a bit wordy at the OL

Sleeping Beauty, Part 2

Tune in to the the magical, wonderful second half of Sleeping Beauty as told by Nicola, with some classic old library repartee between a Captain and a Cat

Sleeping Beauty

Enjoy an absolute classic fairy tale about a princess, an evil enchantress, and a really long nap, told by Nicola today! Meanwhile Deprecatus presses the "record" button a bit early

Lionel Messi - The Boy Who Became the G.O.A.T.

Nicola takes us to Rosario, Argentina to bring us through the life of Lionel Messi, the soccer (or football) player who because arguably the greatest player ever! Meanwhile we find out a little bit more about Deprecatus

East Of The Sun, West Of The Moon

Welcome back to the Old Library with Captain Blunderface and Nicola the storyteller, and Deprecatus too, all sitting around for this classic Nordic folk tale Meanwhile our Old Library crew marvels at how old the story actually is

How The Camel Got His Hump

We learned an IMMENSE amount about camels and their origins in this story, narrated by .. Nicola's own dad! Meanwhile at the old library, the captain thinks Deprecatus should write his own story

Brothers Grimm - The Musicians of Bremen

Welcome, music lovers! Or Animal lovers? This is a classic Grimm tale you will both love regardless Nicola tells us all about a squad of interesting individuals that find a way to band together Meanwhile, Deprecatus is concerned about spoilers

Florence Nightingale - The Lady With The Lamp

Join us for a very exciting TRUE story, of a woman who transformed the world of nursing and healthcare; Florence Nightingale, as narrated by Nicola Meanwhile at the old library, Deprecatus is feeling restless

The Wind In The Willows, Part 4

Well hello everybody and welcome to the final instalment of Wind In The Willows! An exciting finish I'm sure, for Mole, Toad, Rat, and Badger, and maybe some weasels and stoats along the way Meanwhile, Deprecatus is taking a bit of a cat nap

The Wind In The Willows, Part 3

What's going on in the wonderful world of Toad, Mole, Rat, and Badger today? I think a certain character might need a bit more help than usual Meanwhile, an automatic cat feeder shows up at the Old Library

The Wind In The Willows, Part 2

Things are getting even more interesting with Rat, Mole, and now Toad and Badger in this beloved story told by Nicola Meanwhile Captain Blunderface and Deprecatus are getting up to their usual antics

The Wind In The Willows, Part 1

We've got to do something about Mr. Toad! But first, Rat and Mole kindle an epic friendship Nicola narrates an adapted version of Kenneth Grahame's classic story Meanwhile Deprecatus and Captain Blunderface are doing their own spring cleaning

Banksy, The Secret Artist

Today's true story is all about a mysterious artist known as "Banksy" Nicola unwinds the strange world of Banksy's secrets Meanwhile, Story Swiftina and Captain Blunderface are divided on Deprecatus' art

The Reluctant Dragon

"Reluctant", definition: feeling or showing aversion, hesitation, or unwillingness Basically, not wanting to do something what is this dragon unwilling to do!? We'll find out in this incredible story told by Nicola Meanwhile at the Old Library, Captain Blunderface needs help from Deprecatus to solve a new problem

The Princess and the Goblin, Part 2

Mysterious goblins are up to no good What can a princess do? We'll find out in today's episode, narrated by Nicola Meanwhile, Baby Blunderface was so invested in the story, she stuck around the old library to hear the ending

The Princess and the Goblin

A brave young princess discovers a hidden secret in this classic story by George MacDonald. Meanwhile, there are some multi-generational Blunderface shenanigans at the old library Hear what happens as told by Nicola, our amazing storyteller

Julia Butterfly Hill - The Lady Who Lived In A Tree

What made Julia Butterfly Hill live in a tree for 2 years? Find out in this amazing true story told by Nicola Captain Blunderface and Deprecatus enjoyed Grandpa's visit last week but are just chilling in the treehouse behind the old library