by Sheep Jam Productions | Nov 23, 2020 | Female Narrator, Helping, Kids
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Wanda the Wheelbarrow wonders what will happen today. As she waits, the door to the shed opens. Max and Mia want to do some gardening and they need her help!
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 7:22
Wobbly Wheelbarrow Excerpt:
A flicker of light rolled through the opening below the red shed doors. The little wheelbarrow smiled as light traveled up, up, up, between the doors, finally spilling through the window. It was morning!
Wanda the Wheelbarrow loved watching the sunrise. She wondered what she might do today. Would she help a new tree find a home? Would she help make a new bed for some colorful flowers? Maybe she would help make a garden. Her mind raced with the possibilities. She needed to calm herself, so Wanda took a deep Dragon Breath, in and out. That felt better. The little wheelbarrow felt a bit calmer.
Then she heard the doors squeak. Someone was coming! The little orange wheelbarrow could hardly wait for the door to open. Sunshine flooded into the shed. As Wanda grew accustomed to the light, she noticed a little boy and girl standing there.
“What should we do today?” the girl asked the boy.
“I don’t know, Mia,” he replied. “I was thinking about the garden, and what we need to get started.”
Today’s Meditation: Today, enjoy the feeling of your body relaxing into the warm sand on a sunny beach.
Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Wobbly Wheelbarrow,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Wobbly Wheelbarrow!” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
In the press:
Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”
We’re honored that the website of Aitkin County, Minnesota lists us as a resource for boosting mental health in kids during COVID-19. The website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems also includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
406 Families of Missoula lists us on their Favorite Podcasts for Kids roundup!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Nov 20, 2020 | Animals, Female Narrator
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Dharma the Dragonfly enjoys her little pond home. The others feel the love in her dragonfly dance.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Dragonfly Dance” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Dragonfly Dance Excerpt:
Dharma the Dragonfly had been admiring the forest’s beauty as she hovered over the little pond. Now that the breeze had stirred things up a bit, she laughed. The trees wobbled in their reflections with the movement on the pond. Dharma danced from one end of the pond to the other, smiling at the white lotus and the purple water lilies as she zipped in and around the flowers.
The little dragonfly wondered at how the lotus sprung up from the water, as she danced twirling around their bright petals. The water lilies floated with a gentle rock as the breeze rippled the pond. Dharma continued to dance.
A frog hopped onto the lily pad and croaked a ribbit, admiring the dragonfly ballet. Dharma smiled politely and zig-zagged along the edge of the pond. She hovered once more as she noticed that the ripples across the pond begin to smooth out. The pond became as still as glass and the flowers and trees appeared crystal-clear in the watery mirror again.
Dharma noticed that there seemed to be another dragonfly staring right at her. The other dragonfly was a shimmering blue green, just like Dharma. When Dharma zigged, the other dragonfly zigged. When Dharma zagged, the other dragonfly zagged. And when Dharma hovered, the other dragonfly hovered. Dharma remembered that the pond was still once again and it reflected the trees and flowers very accurately. So she flew away from the pond, and so did the other dragonfly.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating in a tranquil pool, safe and relaxed, as the water rocks you gently.
Looking for a way to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Dragonfly Dance,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Dragonfly Dance!” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts) or on our Amazon Alexa Skill page. And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
One more thing: did you know we also have a YouTube channel? Check out the video page on our website AhwayIsland.com. We hope you enjoy the calming videos and share our channel with others!
In the press:
We’re included in 8 Snow Day Activities That the Whole Family Will Enjoy!
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Finally, Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Nov 16, 2020 | Dragon, Female Narrator, Kids, Trying New Things
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Anora leads Javier, Brian, and Winfield through the forest to meet Dragon.
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 7:28
Dragon’s New Friends Excerpt:
Anora danced in her living room, eager to see Javier and Brian. They would be there any minute. She noticed a bit of movement outside and hurried to the front door. Even before Javier and Brian had pushed the doorbell, Anora had opened the door, smiling widely.
“Are you guys ready for another hike?” she asked.
Javier and Brian returned her smile and shouted, “Yes!” They were just as excited as Anora to be exploring the forest.
Anora skipped out the door and said, “Follow me!”
She led them through the meadow next to her house. The tall grasses and wildflowers rippled with each passing breeze. The three friends stopped for a moment and took a deep Dragon Breath, in and out.
“Ahhh,” Javier said with a smile, enjoying the delicate scent of the flowers.
Today’s Meditation: Today, enjoy the feeling of your body relaxing into the warm sand on a sunny beach.
Looking for a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break? You’ll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Dragon’s New Friends,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Dragon’s New Friends!” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
In the press:
Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”
We’re honored that the website of Aitkin County, Minnesota lists us as a resource for boosting mental health in kids during COVID-19. The website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems also includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
406 Families of Missoula lists us on their Favorite Podcasts for Kids roundup!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for being calm with us on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Nov 13, 2020 | Animals, Dragon, Female Narrator, Sharing
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Dragon is inspired by a story about the enchanted forest sharing roots and growing closer together.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Sharing Roots” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Sharing Roots Excerpt:
The animals gathered at the cozy cave, eager to hear about the train and the new lands the dragon had been exploring. The dragon yawned, feeling very tired, and took a deep dragon breath, in and out. The dragon could see the curiosity on the animals’ faces and decided to tell them about the train. So the dragon took a deep breath in and out and through the flickering flames, showed everyone the train, with people moving on and off. Then the dragon took another dragon breath in and out and through the flowing fire, showed the people getting off and on again in a different place. The place looked very different to the forest animals.
“Oh! So that’s what the train does,” Sachi the Snake said. “It carries people from place to place. But what is that place they are going to?”
The dragon smiled and took one more deep dragon breath, in and out. A book appeared in the fire and opened, with a question mark following. The dragon looked at Odin, the great horned owl, with a smile and a flutter of eyelids.
The gentle owl smiled and said, “I would be happy to tell a story.”
So the owl began, reminding all the animals of the unity in the forest.
Today’s Meditation: Gently sway like the graceful willow tree in today’s meditation.
Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Sharing Roots,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Sharing Roots!” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts) or on our Amazon Alexa Skill page. And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
One more thing: did you know we also have a YouTube channel? Check out the video page on our website AhwayIsland.com. We hope you enjoy the calming videos and share our channel with others!
In the press:
We’re included in 8 Snow Day Activities That the Whole Family Will Enjoy!
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Finally, Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Nov 6, 2020 | Female Narrator, Healthy Minds, Helping, Kids
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Billy teaches his sister how to use color helpers to organize school stuff.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Color Helpers,” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Color Helpers Excerpt:
It was an ordinary day. There were some clouds in the sky. The air felt warm as Emily and Billy left with their dad to shop for their school supplies. Emily felt excited! It was her first time shopping for school. She was starting kindergarten this year and couldn’t wait to have a backpack just like her big brother.
As they walked down the aisle with the supplies, Emily’s eyes grew big. There was so much to choose. She began to feel nervous, and decided that to make it easy, she would just choose everything green.
Emily quickly picked up a green binder, 6 green folders, and 7 green notebooks. It was a lot to carry and Emily struggled to hold everything until …she dropped it all on the ground. That startled Billy who had been carefully considering what binder he should get.
“Emily, are you ok? I know it’s your favorite color, but why do you have all green?” Billy asked, seeing the emerald sea of supplies surrounding his little sister.
“Well, green is my favorite color. With so many choices, I felt overwhelmed, and just figured if I picked all green, then I would be done, and wouldn’t feel nervous anymore.” Emily said.
“Would you like some help?” Billy asked.
“Yes, please!” Emily said.
“OK.” Then Billy added with a smile, “first, let’s try something to help you calm.”
Today’s Meditation: Feel your muscles relax as you check in with your body from head to toe.
Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one? You’ll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Color Helpers,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Color Helpers!” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts) or on our Amazon Alexa Skill page. And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
One more thing: did you know we also have a YouTube channel? Check out the video page on our website AhwayIsland.com. We hope you enjoy the calming videos and share our channel with others!
In the press:
We’re included in 8 Snow Day Activities That the Whole Family Will Enjoy!
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Finally, Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Oct 23, 2020 | Female Narrator, Vehicles
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What’s this construction project in the forest? The Train is curious and can’t wait until it’s finished.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “What’s This?” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
What’s This? Excerpt:
The setting sun painted the clouds in a pinkish hue against the blue sky. Before long the sky would change colors as well, from blue to orange to red to deep blue. The Sparkling Train smiled as it watched the painting in the sky transform with the change in lighting. It was time for the sunset roll. The Sparkling Train slowly pulled out of the station and began to hum along its magnetic tracks, ready to check on everyone as night fell.
The first land the train approached was the beach. The Sparkling Train took a good look and saw that the blue penguins were all parading back to their homes. Slowly, the train approached the beach station. The doors opened with a whoosh and people filed on. As the train waited, it noticed the sand bucket was snuggled into the warm sand, and the palm trees swayed in the gentle breeze. Yes, everything looked fine at the beach. Once everyone was seated, the train continued on with the sunset roll.
Before the Sparkling Train passed into the land where the people lived, it passed through a small section of the enchanted forest. The train looked, hoping to see the dragon again. It was nice to have some company on the starlight ride. The train didn’t see the dragon, but did notice something was going on in that part of the forest. The Sparkling Train decided to look more closely at the magical forest next time, to try to figure it out.
Today’s Meditation: Relax in the grass as you imagine sunlight warming you from head to toe.
Looking for a way to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “What’s This?” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “What’s This?” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts) or on our Amazon Alexa Skill page. And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!
One more thing: did you know we also have a YouTube channel? Check out the video page on our website AhwayIsland.com. We hope you enjoy the calming videos and share our channel with others!
In the press:
We’re included in 8 Snow Day Activities That the Whole Family Will Enjoy!
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
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.
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Finally, Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
