The Bookmarked Podcast

Everyone knows the book "Everybody Poops," but did you know that Dinosaurs poop too? And sometimes they poop whole planets - which I supposed would make them gas giants. But this wild and crazy adventure teaches a valuable lesson: If you don't eat your meals when your mommy tells you too, you might get lost in space.

DISCLAIMER: This story uses the word "butt" one time in the book. So for our extra tiny Li'l Listeners - or for parents who just aren't a fan of that word - this word shows up at the 5 minute and 28 second mark. Feel free to skip a few seconds around there.

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We've all experienced it:  lying in bed and you just can't fall asleep.  It can seem like our feet are full of fireworks or our head's full of fizz, just like for Tiny Mouse.  The key to conking out quickly?  Get the right advice from the right family member, especially if it comes in the form of a song!

We've all heard Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site, but what do all those big trucks and cranes do during the day?  They probably build things, sure.  But what about when they have to clear the way for something new?  Well that's what happens in today's story, Construction Site Mission:  Demolition!

When a cap peddler decides to nap under a tree, he wakes up to find all of his caps have been stolen...by monkeys!  See how he deals with their monkey business in this classic children's book.

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Join the Cat in the Hat on another fun adventure, this time as he guides us through our solar system in the wobble-dy-wordy way that only a Dr. Seuss Library book can!   Learn about the planets, the sun, and the moon - it's not a lesson you'll be forgetting soon!

You've heard about Hogwarts for Wizards, but where do dragons learn how to dragon their best?  Well, let's find out with Zog the dragon, as he goes through years of training in dragon school.  Will he become everything he hopes to be?  Or will someone help him find his true calling along the way?  Find out, in this fun-filled, rhyming episode!

When a circus ship sinks in the ocean and the animals wash ashore, will a sleepy little town welcome them - and will they have to work for the circus anymore?   Find out, in this fun rhyming read by Chris Van Dusen.

Being a new sibling is tough, unless you have a helpful older brother to fill you in on life.  Listen as Aaron imparts his big-brotherly wisdom to his newborn sister, Mandy!

What happens when George gets a little too curious and eats a delicious-looking puzzle piece?  He may just have to take a trip to the doctor...

Enjoy this fun new episode, and if you happen to have pets at home, you can probably relate to this episode a little too well.  

Elmer is the life of the party among his herd of elephants, but does he stand out too much, he wonders?  Maybe it'd be better if he just tried to blend in a little more.  Let's see which way works best - both for himself and his herd!

What happens when the Panda protagonist doesn't have a problem for the narrator to help solve?  Will the story turn on...the narrator himself?   Find out, in this funny children's book by Deborah Underwood!

Have you ever wondered how a whole band makes it to perform at the show on time?  Well, wonder no more!  It's all thanks to the magic (and horn-honking-musical-ability) of Dan, the Taxi Man.

Get ready to "sing" along and make some goofy musical noises for each and every instrument in this fun read by Eric Ode, with the colorful illustrations of Kent Culotta.  

Anyone hungry for some pasta?  How about an infinite supply of it?   Well, if you're not ready for noodles overflowing the pages, then you might not want to dive into this classic Caldecott Medal Winner!

Find out what happens when Strega Nona, the Grandma Witch of Calabria, leaves her magic pasta pot in the hands of the careless Big Anthony.  When things go awry, can Big Anthony clean up his mess?  This is truly Mission: In Pasta Bowl.

Sure, it seems like Giraffes have it all figured out, but have you ever considered how self-conscious they might be about the length of their necks?  Well, it can be a real problem...

What happens when a box of overworked crayons decide they've had enough?  Sounds like they're going on strike - and they've given their owner written notice.  Check it all out in this episode's fun story!

In this classic story about telling the truth, Brother and Sister Bear have to learn the impact that "making up a whopper" can have on your family...but it's never too late to learn to tell the truth!

When Pete the Cat has an especially sad day, will the COOL, BLUE, MAGIC sunglasses help him turn it around?  Check out this latest episode to find out!

In this fun little book, Petey Possum tries to be so many other animals. But what about just being...himself?

Grab your own copy at the link below to read along with us, and a huge thank you to Virginia More for reaching out to me to read her book. It was an honor to bring it to life. I hope I did it justice!

Have you ever wondered what a Good Good Father is like? Find out, in this wonderful little book by Chris Tomlin!

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Once you're finished winkin', and blinkin', and nodding off to sleep, what do Winken, Blinken, and Nod do? Follow them, on a crazy adventure of dreamlike proportions!

And again, a special Happy Birthday shout-out to McKenzie on her 10th birthday! I hope it's an abundantly blessed one!

In this fun little children's book, find out what happens when Mali More pays more attention to her gifts than to the people giving them. A great lesson for kids - and healthy reminder for all of us - to focus on what's most important.

This was a fun one to read, and I'm so glad a friend of mine recommended (and shipped it) to me. Enjoy!

Listen in to this fun episode about a certain hippopotamus, who hiccupped quite-a-lotamus! With it's goofy word-play and rhyme scheme, this colorful little book is super fun for young children. Will the Hiccupotamus overcome his hiccups? Or will the rest of the animals just have to keep dealing with him? Find out, in this fun book by Aaron Zenz!

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What happens when Mercy Watson, that loveable pig-in-a blanket, gets her owners into a pickle? Will she be able to save their bacon? Find out in this longer-than-usual episode featuring chapters for slightly older readers.

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Can little Nancy make the rest of her family as fancy as Nancy? To make that happen, she's going to have to take a chance-y. Follow along as this precocious little girl gets her family to step up their attire for a night out on the town.

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What happens when a not-so-good little bunny has to spend the day with his even worse little cousin? We find out in this classic beginner book!

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What happens when one kid wants to sleep in, but his neighbors keep making noise? Will he sleep through it? Find out, in this classic Dr. Seuss book!

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How many thinks can you Thinkers think well? Just try thinking up a small horse on a shell...

What happens when a little girl eats too many pink cupcakes in one evening? Well, let's just say she'll be pretty in pink...

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When Gerald the Giraffe shows up at the Jungle Dance, will his lanky legs help or hurt his performance? Find out in this fun book!

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When a mouse goes venturing into the deep, dark woods, will he become the feast of another animal? Maybe even...the Gruffalo? Find out in this fun read!

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We all know that little girls believe in Unicorns, but what do Unicorns believe in? Find out, in this fun story about believing...

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What happens if you give a furry little rodent a cookie? Well, probably a little more than you bargained for....

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When Skippyjon Jones, a Siamese Cat, thinks he's a Chihuahua, an adventure of epic proportions bee-gins...

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Who's ready to go owling? Join us for this Caldecott-Medal-Winning children's book, Owl Moon!

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Papa Bear has a surprise for Little Bear - a brand new bike! But Little Bear can't ride it until he learns some lessons....

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Little Morris McGurk has big dreams for the lot behind ol' Sneelock's Store - it could be the world's greatest Circus, and he's sure Sneelock won't mind.

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When Duck tries to join the clubs of Lion, Snake, and Elephant, will his application be approved?

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Who knew so many creatures inhabited every nook and cranny of your house? Discover them all in this wild and wacky Dr. Seuss classic!

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Follow along with another Berenstain Bears book, this time with Papa Bear teaching his son how to sled, skate, and ski on Christmas Day!

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When Rabbit gets a new rug from the Flora Floor Store, will he be generous and share it with his friends? Or will he push them away to keep his shiny new rug shiny and new?

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When a little train filled with toys and food for the children on the other side of the mountain breaks down, who will help them? Is there one engine that could?

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Moose, Fox, Chicken, and Bear all want to go on an adventure, but where will they go? The moon? Africa? Find out in this fun book about getting out of your comfort zone.

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Can the city of Megalopolis survive an attack from Rodzilla? Find out in this fun children's book!

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Who'd a thunk that trying something new would be so difficult? But maybe just one bit of green eggs and ham will do the trick...

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Grover is scared about the monster at the end of this book, so don't turn anymore pages, please!

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When a little baby is born with a mustache, will it reveal him to be a good-guy...or a bad-guy?

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In this epic story of the ancient legend, we learn how three of the greatest warriors of all time - Rock, Paper, and Scissors - first began to fight.

A funny story about a little T. Rex's first day of school...and a lesson about respecting other kid's boundaries (by not eating them).

In these two fun stories, our Littlest Listeners get to practice two of the most important words with the help of the animal kingdom! Come join in the fun of saying "Mama" and "Dada!"