Stories for kids by Sita Ma'am

Friendship is one of life's most wonderful things. Can't we all just put aside our differences and start being friends? Learn from the unwavering love and friendship of an elephant and a dog from Jataka tales.

Jataka tales are some of the earliest examples of Buddhist literature .These tales exhibit some virtue to inspire and set an example for all humanity. 

Happy Holi to my dear listeners! In today's episode, I explore the mythological stories behind our beloved festival of colours - The story of the burning of Holika, and the story of mischievous Krishna. I end off the episode on a very important lesson - the equality of all colours, and the equality of all skin colours. Do give it a listen and let me know what you think!

The Stone Soup story revolves around a clever man with a charismatic personality who can get people to help him when their first instinct is not to.

The Stone Soup is a European folk story in which two hungry strangers convince the people of a town to each share a small amount of their food in order to make a soup that everyone enjoys. This story teaches the value of sharing.

Do you know that 70% of Earth's surface is covered by water? The oceans are a very important part of our environment. This episode is an interesting audio drama which tells us the story of Tin Tin, a fish who makes it his mission to clean the seas. Listen to the story to find how Tin Tin fulfills his grandfather's wishes and keeps the sea clean. 

Voice Cast: 

Narrator - Mrs. M. Sita Srinivas

Characters - Ms. Suman Pandey

Many a times, we take important things lightly. Only when we loose them ,we realise their importance. Listen to the story to check what did Sheru, the Jungle king lose.

This story is about a Bird who is very proud. It is caught in a situation and looks around for help. Want to know who helped her? To know listen to the story. 

Every festival has a story behind why it is celebrated. This festival, which is celebrated in many forms across India, has many stories behind it. In today's episode, we'll be narrating one such story about why Kanuma or Mattu Pongal is celebrated, which involves Nandi and Lord Shiva. 

What would you do if you came across an injured bird? In this story, a brother-sister sibling duo come across an injured sea gull and do their best to take care of it. This story written by Enid Blyton teaches kids about how to take care of all living beings because every life is precious. 

This is a story about a Daffodil that used to feel  out of place in the Daffodil patch in the garden. Do you want to know Why it felt like that ? to know listen to the story.

On Christmas Eve, Papa Panov, the shoe-maker has a dream that Jesus Christ himself will visit the next day. As Christmas dawns, Papa Panov starts to watch for and await his visitor at the front window of his shop. Did Jesus Christ finally visit Papa Panov? Let us find out in this story…..

This Christmas story is based on a verse from the Bible, book of Matthew chapter 25 , verse 35: that reads: "For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me" 

This wonderful story was translated into English by Leo Tolstoy. The original story was written in French by Ruben Saillens and demonstrates the virtues of kindness and compassion. 

Want to know who was granted the three boons and what did he ask for ? For that listen to this story. 

This traditional story is about using your talents to help others. These Folktales teach certain admirable characteristics in individuals. 

What can this Magic Paintbrush do ? Listen to find out.

Imagine you have a Magic Paintbrush. What do you paint? Write a comment and tell us about it @ jsaravana@gmail.com

Source- Cultural-China.com

This folktale from Andhra Pradesh tells us how important it is to keep up one's promise.  Cow in hinduism is highly revered as a mother, nourishing life. To know more about the story and the Significance of KAMADHENU in Hindu Scriptures listen to the story.

Deepavali is actually a five day long festival, with five different special days and festivities. Do you want to know the story behind Naraka Chaturdasi and who killed the Asura King ? Let us listen to the story.

The little red hen is an old folktale which teaches children the value of hard work, dedication and self-discipline. It also shows children that laziness gets no fruits. 

Have you every gone on an adventure looking out for bugs and insects? This is a story about 4 friends, who have set out on to find a spider!

Picture Credits - Created by Nirvaan Nischal

It is alright to feel good about ourselves, but when we are boastful, we will not be able to learn anything new. Today's story is about the misadventures of Arachne, who was too proud for her own good. 

Picture Credits - Created by Nirvaan Nischal

Today, 2nd October is Gandhi Jayanti - the birth anniversary of the great Mahatma Gandhi. Internationally, this day is also celebrated as the "International Day of Non-Violence" since Gandhiji was a preacher of non-violence. He is a symbol of peace and truth. Today I'll be telling 2 short stories: one that illustrates how truth was always important to him even as a child, and another story that depicts his love for his motherland. 

Background music credits: Vaishnava Janato - Instrumental - arranged by Praashekh Borkar

Simplicity, patience and compassion are the 3 greatest treasures that one must possess. The dandelion flower is an example of that. Today I'll be telling you an old legend that explains what happens when the Dandelion meets the angel of flowers.

From the Book "For The Children's Hour" (Summer--Flowers, And Insects)
By Carolyn S. Bailey and Clara M. Lewis 

Hey listeners! I'm trying a Hindi story for the first time. I hope you enjoy it. 

They say that the King is the most powerful, and isn't scared of anybody. But let's see in this story, who is the person that even a King is scared of!

Little Chug is written by William Shears. This is one of the best adventure stories for kids. It is about a tiny train on a Mighty Mission.

Chug,chug,chug. Puff, puff,puff. Ding-dong, ding- dong.

The Star-Thrower is written by Loren Eisley. This story is a good reminder to all of us, that yes, even the smallest thing can make a difference. If we can touch even one person with a simple gesture, then we must not let it go without doing something. 

Happy teacher's day to all! For today's special we have a bunch of recorded messages of some children (Sudhamayee, Shiv Prakash, Shreyas, Aaruni and Saayoojya) talking about their favourite teachers (this was a task given 4 weeks ago) 

Also, please check out Saayoojya's podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2wrM5W02AI1zoIE7pJSN58

Onam is celebrated to commemorate King Mahabali, whose spirit is said to visit Kerala at the time of Onam.

The story of Mahabali brings out the reality that, there is nothing permanent and nothing to be taken for granted. When you shed your ego and surrender totally with devotion to the lord you will be protected.

HAPPY ONAM!

The Indian National flag is the symbol of National pride. Who designed our National flag?? It is Shri Pingali Venkayya. Yet, little is known about him. Let us listen to the story of the designing of our indian flag and the person behind it.

Meet the most adorable child star of Hindu Mythology who killed the Asura Trinavarta. Presenting to you the story ' The Might Of Little Krishna'

Music edit -- Mr. K. Venkat

Listeners special

In today's listeners special we have a budding storyteller Aaruni , a student of class 2 narrating a story of a 'Smart Hen '.

This is a special episode for the Tiny Tots aged between 3- 5 years .Older kids, fret not!  I have a task at the end of the story  .