Blackberries

By Hillary Millon

Handpicked stories especially for Black kids. Presented by The H Word.

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The Story of Santa Claus

BlackberriesDec 10, 2020

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The Story of Santa Claus

“Oh, no! Santa has been kidnapped!” What's your favorite thing about Santa? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message here (https://anchor.fm/blackberries/message) and I may share it on a future episode.
The Story of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum: www.bedtimeshortstories.com/top-10-famous-christmas-stories-kids

Dec 10, 202015:26

The Birthday Counting Book

This adorable baby birthday book helps baby count.
The Birthday Counting Book by Jade Maitre: www.storyberries.com/bedtime-stories-the-birthday-counting-book-free-baby-books/
What was your favorite birthday? Why? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Oct 29, 202003:02

The Princess and the Pea

Garden peas are really uncomfortable in the bed.
The Princess and the Pea by Simon Hood: sooperbooks.com/story/princess-and-the-pea-story/
What do you think makes a true prince or princess? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Oct 22, 202005:29

Hair Love

Tender and empowering, Hair Love is an ode to loving your natural hair — and a celebration of daddies and daughters everywhere.
Hair Love by Matthew Cherry: www.amazon.com/Hair-Love-Matthew-Cherry/dp/0525553363
What hairstyle do you love? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Oct 15, 202005:35

The Dragon That Couldn't Puff

Grisdelin is a tiny house dragon who can't puff fire, but he desperately wants to. Will he be able to if he doesn't practice?
The Dragon That Couldn't Puff by Jade Maitre:
www.storyberries.com/bedtime-stories-the-dragon-who-couldnt-puff-short-stories-for-kids/
This episode's story is being read by Lindsay Riggs.
What kinds of things do you practice? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Oct 01, 202008:23

I Want a Monkey/ Where Do Hippos Play?

Wally wants a new pet. And have you ever wondered where hippos play while the rhinos and elephants are away?
I Want a Monkey by Daniel Errico:
www.freechildrenstories.com/i-want-a-monkey-1
Where Do Hippos Play by Daniel Errico:
www.freechildrenstories.com/when-do-hippos-play
What did you think about these stories? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Sep 24, 202006:14

How Anansi Became a Spider

Anansi, the trickster from the folktales of the Ashanti of West Africa, takes the shape of a spider.

How Anansi Became a Spider:

http://www.gateway-africa.com/stories/how-anansi-became-a-spider.html

This episode's story is being read by Maya Howard.

What did you think about the Anansi? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. https://anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Sep 17, 202004:47

The Missing Unicorn

Luke discovers the secret of where magical unicorns live.

The Missing Unicorn by Templeton Moss:

https://www.storyberries.com/fairy-tales-the-missing-unicorn-bedtime-stories-for-kids/

Where do you think unicorns and why? I want to hear from you! Leave me a voice message and I may share it on a future episode. https://anchor.fm/blackberries/message

Sep 10, 202008:19

The H Word Presents: Blackberries!

The H Word is all about sharing new and stories for the culture, but the culture includes the kids too right? Coming soon is my brand new podcast, called Blackberries. I'm handpicking some sweet stories, especially for Black kids to enjoy! Make sure you subscribe and visit www.thehwordblogs.com for more content from The H Word.

Aug 27, 202000:36