by Sheep Jam Productions | Jul 26, 2021 | Female Narrator, Trying New Things, Vehicles
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Students at Ahway Island Middle school visit Frankie Fire Engine at the Ahway Island Fire Station.
Narrator: Female
Story Begins: 4:05
Fabulous Fire Engine Excerpt:
Frankie the Fire Engine was excited. Today was a very special day, a special day indeed! Today was the day that the school kids from Ahway Island Middle School were coming to the Ahway Island Fire Station.
They would get to take a tour of the Fire Station and meet Frankie! Frankie just loved all the kids and he loved his job protecting them and helping them feel safe.
Early in the morning, the entire crew of firefighters on duty opened the garage door to the Fire Station and brought Frankie outside on the driveway. They were going to give him a bath to make sure he was shiny and sparkling clean for all the kids.
First, they took out the hose and sprayed Frankie with fresh clean water. It was already getting hot outside and the cool water felt good to Frankie. They sprayed Frankie from front to back until he was thoroughly wet. Then with big scrub brushes and soapy water, they scrubbed every inch of Frankie from top to bottom.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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 “Nap Time,” 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 “Fabulous Fire Engine” 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:
Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
We hope you enjoyed this episode of Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Jul 23, 2021 | Animals, Disability, Female Narrator
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Ballet Bunny meets some new friends. Although she stutters sometimes she wows them with her graceful dancing.
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 “Stumble and Grace” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 7:25
Stumble and Grace Excerpt:
Winds whistled through the trees and ruffled the little bunny’s fur. She shivered and decided it was time to frolic. That always warmed her up. Ballet bunny hopped left, then right, and then twirled up on her toes. The little bunny danced around the bushes, gently holding the branches as she turned around and around. Ballet leaped up into the air and landed, balancing on one foot. She felt warm, cozy and now the wind ruffling her fur felt refreshing. In fact the little bunny felt ready for a snack and a drink. Gracefully, Ballet began to dance her way to the stream.
As the little bunny started her journey, she noticed two other bunnies on the path and stopped. They turned and looked at Ballet. Then they smiled. “Hi I’m Bobby!” And I’m Babette!” the bunnies said.
“I’m B-B-Ballet” the graceful bunny said, with a little hesitation. She never knew how others would react to her difficulties with speaking.
“Where are you going Ballet?” Babette asked.
“W-Well I f-felt a little hhhungry so I thought I’d have a sssnack and d-drink.” Ballet replied.
“Oh, do you know a good place to eat?” Bobby asked, “I’m feeling hungry too?”
The kind dragon stopped and listened, recognizing the sound of Ballet’s voice. And then Babette’s and Bobby’s. The dragon hoped that Bobby and Babette would be patient with Ballet, and give her all the time she needed to speak.
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 “Stumble and Grace,” 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 “Stumble and Grace!” 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:
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!”
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Jul 12, 2021 | Animals, Empathy, Female Narrator
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Missy the Dog and some of her friends come to the Ahway Island Animal Shelter to find their forever families.
Narrator: Female
Story Begins: 3:59
Shelter Pet Parade Excerpt:
Five new arrivals landed at Ahway Island Airport. They were labeled “Handle With Care!” In five special containers were Gilbert the Goldfish, MustardB the Parakeet, Missy the Dog, Kit the Cat, and Larry the Iguana.
On the flight over, the five had been talking. They were all being transferred to Ahway Island Animal Shelter, so that they all find their forever families and be adopted.
At first, they all had felt nervous, not knowing where Ahway Island was or what would happen when they arrived. Missy Dog encouraged all of them to take a deep dragon breath in and out so that they would feel less nervous.
She was grateful they were all together, and she told them she had heard that Ahway Island was a very nice place, with people who loved their pets very much and considered them to be part of the family. And that’s what each shelter pet wanted, a forever family.
The airplane ride had been noisy, but not too long, and after they landed, their carriers were brought off the plane and immediately placed into an air-conditioned van. A man checked on each of them, to make sure they were ok. As he checked each one, he called them by name.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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 “Happy Dragon,” 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 “Shelter Pet Parade” 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:
Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for listening to this week’s special story!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Jul 9, 2021 | Curious Characters, Female Narrator, Vehicles
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Trenton the tractor has so much to say, but he listens first to the others. With understanding, he changes his thoughts and helps.
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 “Listen, Tractor, Listen” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 8:21
Listen, Tractor, Listen Excerpt:
Sunlight began to spill across the fields on the crisp, fall morning. The grass sparkled with frost. Trenton the tractor smiled. The sunrise was beautiful. He turned to see if the others were out. He wanted to share the magical moment. The little yellow tractor looked to his right. No one was there. Then he looked to the left. No one was there. The tractor wondered where everyone was. It was time to get moving, the sun was up! So Trenton headed back to the red barn, to see where the others were. As the tractor rolled through the barn doors he could see that everyone was peacefully sleeping. They had been working pretty hard lately, so he decided to let them rest and enjoy the morning on his own.
The dragon peeked out of the forest, eager to see what was going on at the farm today. Noticing that the red barn was closed, the dragon thought, that was odd. Usually when the sun came up, the farm vehicles were busy working and creating music with the animals. The dragon looked around some more and then saw the tractor roll out of the barn, smiling. Maybe there would be some music after all.
Trenton the tractor rumbled back out of the barn. Then he turned off his motor to enjoy the peace. The little yellow tractor took a deep breath of the fresh morning air, and listened to the sounds of the morning. Delicate melodies drifted down from the trees. The birds were singing their happy songs. The tractor realized that there were certain animals that were too quiet to hear over the sound of his engine. The tractor listened closely to the quiet song he usually missed.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating in a tranquil pool, safe and relaxed, as the water rocks you gently.
Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Listen, Tractor, Listen,” 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 “Listen, Tractor, Listen!” 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:
Thanks, Mommy Poppins, for saying our “soothing stories are like melatonin for the soul!” ♡
Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”
406 Families of Missoula lists us on their Favorite Podcasts for Kids roundup!
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.
Thank you for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Jul 2, 2021 | Dragon, Female Narrator, Handling Fears
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Dragon has explored Ahway Island and has met a lot of new friends, but is still curious and nervous to meet people. Will the train talk Dragon into being brave.
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 “Train Talk” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 8:20
Train Talk Excerpt:
The full moon glowed brightly, lighting up the dark blue sky. The dragon smiled and thought about what to do tonight. The dragon had already visited the beach, the land of ice and snow, and the sanctuary. Although the dragon had friends in each place, the dragon wanted to explore one more. It was time to explore the land where the people lived. The dragon thought and thought. Even though that was the next land to explore, the dragon still felt a bit afraid of how the people would respond to a green and red dragon that can breathe fire. Should the dragon go to there, or go visit a friend in one of the other lands? Then an idea popped into the dragon’s head. The train spent a lot of time with people. Maybe the train could help. With a determined look, the dragon stepped outside the cave. A soft Hmmm filled the air and the dragon knew the train was arriving. The graceful dragon extended its wings and caught the wind, lifting up off the ground, this time heading to the train station. It was late enough that the dragon expected the people would have already gone home.
As the train stopped at the station just beyond the forest, it felt a little surprised to see its friend, the dragon. The dragon generally didn’t ride the train until it was returning home after a nighttime adventure. The doors whooshed open and the dragon stepped aboard.
“Good evening!” the train said, as it began to roll forward along the track. “Usually I don’t see you until later, and then you are really tired. What’s going on today?”
The dragon smiled and took deep dragon breath in and out the fire showed palm trees swaying, and waves rolling in and out, then the flames transformed the picture into an icy landscape. The fire changed once more into a picture of large trees and large fields.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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 “Train Talk,” 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 “Train Talk!” 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:
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!
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
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 for your help in spreading the word about our bedtime stories podcast, Be Calm on Ahway Island!
by Sheep Jam Productions | Jun 28, 2021 | Female Narrator, Human, Trying New Things
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Mia and Max have a treasure hunt – and Max is helping Mia practice her reading!
Narrator: Female
Final 3 Dragon Breaths: 8:05
Searching for Treasure Excerpt:
Mia knocked on her brother’s bedroom door. Max opened the door a crack, peeked out and when he saw it was Mia, exclaimed, “Not yet, Mia, not yet!”
“How much longer?” Mia asked. She felt like she had been waiting FOREVER, when in fact, she had only been waiting about 15 minutes.
“Soon, probably another 15 minutes.” Max replied, shutting his bedroom door quickly.
Mia sighed and headed towards her bedroom. She picked up her T-Rex and Stegosaurus and pretended to have them play tag on her bookshelf. Soon she had the dinosaurs leaping off a pretend waterfall, swimming to a pretend shore, and hopping on her fire engine to go save the town from a big fire. She was so busy playing make believe that she didn’t realize how fast the time had passed. Before she knew it, Max appeared in her doorway.
“Ok, Mia, it’s ready!” he exclaimed with excitement.
“It is?” Mia replied, dropping her dinosaurs.
“Yes!” Said Max. “You can begin.”
“How do I get started? Mia asked.
“Here, look at this.” Max said as he handed Mia a piece of colored paper folded in half with a big number 1 on the outside. “This is your first clue in the treasure hunt!” Max explained. “That’s why it’s numbered one. Unfold the paper and read the clue, and that will tell you where to find the next clue!”
“Ok!” Mia exclaimed. She was very excited to do a treasure hunt but also nervous about having to read the clues. She was just learning how to read and wasn’t sure how to sound out all the words yet.
Max was excited for his little sister and hopeful he had created the treasure hunt the right way. This was his first time creating a treasure hunt. Their mom had created ones for him, when he was Mia’s age, to help him learn to read, and now it was his turn to help Mia in the same way.
Today’s Meditation: Today, notice loving energy flowing through your body, from your feet up to your head.
Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Searching for Treasure,” 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 “Searching for Treasure!” 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:
Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.
SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!
We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.
Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!
Thank you for listening with us today!
