390. Cheerful Chat: a bedtime story and meditation story for kids
Roly the robot learns how to talk to Billy and Emily through the tablet. Now they can have a cheerful chat!
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Narrator: Female
Story Begins: 9:37
Cheerful Chat Excerpt:
Roly the toy robot waited for the kids to return after lunch, eager to learn more from Billy and Emily. She wondered what else they would teach her today. The colorful little robot had so many questions about her world. She knew how to move forward and back, and what a foot was. Roly also knew she could understand Emily and Billy through the tablet. Now she wondered if Billy and Emily would be able to understand her. The little robot hoped so. She had so many questions.
At that moment the kids hurried back to the table. They seemed to have a plan. Roly listened intently as Emily picked up the tablet, smiling. Billy smiled too as he placed his favorite green train down in front of the robot. Roly felt a cozy warmth fill her head as she heard, “This is a toy train.”
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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In the press:
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.
We’re reaching listeners internationally! Sassy Mama Hong Kong included us in their article on transitioning into the new year, Sassy Mama Singapore recommends us for limiting screen-time while sheltering at home, and Haven Magazine Australia included us in their tips for getting through the school holidays.
Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”