# Spanish Stories for Kids — Full Site Content > A bilingual storytelling podcast that teaches Spanish to kids, families, and adult learners through original stories. Free on all major podcast platforms. 91+ episodes, 600K+ listens, 85+ countries. ## Homepage **Build confident Spanish skills through gentle stories** A free bilingual podcast with over 600,000 listens across 85+ countries. Short, original episodes with a predictable learning rhythm that keeps kids engaged and helps adults learn naturally. ### How It Works Each story is structured to build comprehension naturally, from context-setting to reflection. - **English Introduction**: A warm welcome that sets the scene, introduces key vocabulary, and gives you context for the story ahead. - **Spanish Story**: An original narrative told in clear, natural language. Paced for real comprehension, not speed. - **Vocabulary Recap**: Key words from the story, reviewed with their English meanings. - **Frase del Día**: One memorable phrase from the story to carry with you. A line worth repeating. - **Reflection Prompt**: A question in Spanish to spark conversation or personal reflection about the story's theme. ### Who It's For Whether you are 5 or 55, stories are one of the best ways to learn a language. - **Families**: Give your kids meaningful Spanish exposure through stories about kindness, curiosity, and everyday wonder. Listen together in the car, at bedtime, or during quiet time. - **Teachers**: Ready-made listening comprehension that fits right into your lesson plan. Each story comes with companion materials designed for the classroom. - **Adult Learners**: Learn Spanish the way it sticks through stories. No textbook drills, no pressure. Just clear, natural language at a pace that builds real comprehension. ### Membership Members unlock bilingual transcripts, printable workbooks, and monthly materials that turn stories into real practice. - **Bilingual transcripts**: Read along in Spanish and English — proven to boost retention by up to 65% - **Printable workbooks**: Activity booklets with exercises, prompts, and practice for every episode - **For all ages**: Materials for families, teachers, and adult learners alike - **Monthly review kits**: Revisit and connect what you learned across episodes ### Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What age is Spanish Stories for Kids for?** A: Spanish Stories for Kids is designed for all ages and levels. Children as young as 3 can enjoy the stories, while the structured learning rhythm keeps older kids, teens, and adult learners engaged. Whether you are 5 or 55, stories are one of the best ways to learn a language. **Q: How do I listen to Spanish Stories for Kids?** A: Every episode is free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms. Just search for "Spanish Stories for Kids" in your favorite podcast app and hit play. No account or subscription required to listen. **Q: Is Spanish Stories for Kids free?** A: Yes. Every episode is 100% free to listen to on all major podcast platforms. Optional paid membership on Patreon unlocks additional learning materials like bilingual transcripts, printable workbooks, and monthly review kits. **Q: What is the Reading While Listening method?** A: Reading While Listening (RWL) is a research-backed language learning method where learners read a text in the target language while simultaneously listening to it spoken aloud. Studies show RWL can boost retention by up to 65%. Members receive bilingual PDFs designed for this method with every episode. **Q: How often are new episodes released?** A: A new episode is released every Friday. The podcast has published over 83 episodes since 2020, with listeners in 85+ countries and over 600,000 total listens. ## About **Learn Spanish Through Magical Stories** A weekly bilingual podcast for beginners with over 600,000 listens in 85+ countries since 2020. Simple enough for kids, engaging enough for everyone. Each episode is easy to follow and rich enough to keep you learning, whether you're just starting out, raising bilingual kids, or bringing stories into your classroom. Join our global community of learners today. ### Key Stats - 85+ Countries reached - 600K+ Plays & Counting - 99% Top Shared Show ### What Makes Us Different - **Storytelling First**: We teach Spanish naturally through engaging, memorable narratives that keep you coming back. - **Beginner-Friendly Pace**: Our episodes are carefully paced to be accessible for true beginners without losing the plot. - **Family-Safe Themes**: Original stories that parents can trust and children will love. - **Printable Materials**: Every episode comes with custom worksheets to reinforce vocabulary learned in the story. ### Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Who created Spanish Stories for Kids?** A: Spanish Stories for Kids was created by a team passionate about bilingual education and storytelling. The podcast has been listener-supported since 2020 and has grown to over 600,000 listens in 85+ countries. **Q: What method does the podcast use?** A: The podcast uses comprehensible input and the Reading-While-Listening (RWL) method. Each episode follows a structured learning rhythm: an English introduction to set the scene, a Spanish story told at a natural but approachable pace, a vocabulary recap, a phrase of the day, and a reflection prompt in Spanish. **Q: Do I need to know Spanish to listen?** A: No prior Spanish knowledge is required. Episodes begin with an English introduction that provides context and key vocabulary. The stories are paced for true beginners, making them accessible whether you are starting from zero or building on existing skills. **Q: How is the podcast different from other language-learning resources?** A: Spanish Stories for Kids teaches through original, narrative-based content rather than drills or textbook exercises. The stories are family-safe, beginner-friendly, and designed so that kids, parents, teachers, and adult learners can all benefit from the same episodes. ## Membership Support the Stories. Unlock More with Every Episode. Every episode stays free to listen — listener-supported since 2020 with over 600,000 plays worldwide. Members unlock bilingual transcripts to read while they listen, plus printable activity booklets and learning materials that turn each story into real Spanish practice for families, classrooms, and independent learners. ### Tiers #### Mi Cuento (My Story) For every learner. Read along with every story. Get the full Spanish transcript, side-by-side English translation, vocabulary breakdown, and a reflection question, delivered as a single PDF with every new episode. Includes: - Read along with full Spanish transcripts - English translation of every episode - Vocabulary list per episode - Reflection questions New resources with every episode #### Mi Aventura (My Adventure) For families, teachers, and adult learners. Get a complete printed learning booklet for every episode. Eight materials compiled into one PDF, designed for families, teachers, and adult learners alike. Includes: - Everything in Mi Cuento - Episode Guide - Activity Pack (6-page workbook) - Comprehension Sheet & Sequencing Cards - Conversation Practice & Cloze Exercises - Translation Practice New booklet with every episode #### Mi Mundo (My World) The complete learning system. The complete learning system. Everything in Mi Aventura, plus a monthly Kit del Mes that ties the month's episodes together with games, posters, flashcards, and review materials. Includes: - Everything in Mi Aventura - Vocab Game (memory match) - Bingo & Vocab Poster - Flashcard Set - Grammar Spotlight & Review Quiz Episode booklets weekly, plus a monthly kit ### Kit del Mes (One-Time Purchase) Get a single month's Kit del Mes without subscribing. Includes Vocab Game, Bingo, Vocab Poster, Flashcard Set, Grammar Spotlight, and Review Quiz, covering the month's episodes. ### FAQ **Q: Is the podcast still free?** A: Yes. Every episode remains free on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Membership adds learning resources on top. **Q: What are the membership tiers?** A: Mi Cuento gives you bilingual transcripts, translations, vocabulary, and reflection prompts with every episode. Mi Aventura adds a complete Episode Learning Booklet with 8 printable materials per episode. Mi Mundo adds a monthly Kit del Mes that ties the month's episodes together with games, flashcards, posters, and review materials. **Q: Who are the tiers for?** A: All three tiers are for everyone: families, teachers, and adult learners. Each tier adds more materials. You choose how deep you want to go. **Q: How often are new resources delivered?** A: Mi Cuento and Mi Aventura materials are available with each new episode, weekly. Mi Mundo's Kit del Mes is delivered once a month. **Q: Can teachers use these resources in class?** A: Yes. Mi Aventura includes Comprehension Sheets, Sequencing Cards, and Cloze Exercises that work directly as classroom materials. Mi Mundo adds Bingo, Vocab Posters, and Review Quizzes. **Q: Can I buy the Kit del Mes without subscribing?** A: Yes. The Kit del Mes is available as a one-time purchase on Patreon. **Q: Do I get materials for past episodes?** A: We're actively building learning booklets for all 83+ existing episodes. New members get access to every booklet that's ready, and the library grows each week. **Q: Where is membership hosted?** A: Membership is hosted on Patreon. **Q: Can I cancel anytime?** A: Yes. You can manage or cancel your Patreon membership anytime. No contracts. **Q: Can I switch tiers later?** A: Yes. Upgrade or downgrade anytime in your Patreon settings. **Q: How does my membership help?** A: Your membership directly supports the creation of new stories, funds the development of learning materials, and keeps every episode free for listeners around the world. ## Resources Free Spanish Learning Activities Free printable Spanish learning activities for kids, families, and classrooms. Download activities from our episodes and preview what members get with every story. ### Free Activities A printable booklet with five activities from a real episode. Everything you need to start practicing Spanish today. - Word Search - Crossword Puzzle - Progress Chart - Sample Activity Page - Answer Keys ## Episodes 91 episodes available. New episode every Friday. - **Renata y el delantal de colores / Renata and the Colorful Apron** (2026-04-10 · 00:11:32): Renata is eight years old, and someone just said she can't even crack an egg. The last time she tried to bake, the dough hit the ceiling. She puts on her grandmother's apron and heads to the kitchen anyway. A story about... - **Tomás y el mapa del río / Tomás and the River Map** (2026-04-03 · 00:09:59): Tomás knows the Río Claro better than anyone. Every rock, every curve, every hiding spot. But after the rain, the river looks different, and Tomás has been paddling in the wrong direction for half an hour without admitting it. A story about... - **Lucia y las semillas del viento / Lucia and the Wind** (2026-03-27 · 00:09:52): Lucía wakes up to seeds floating through her window like tiny dancing snowflakes. She discovers they grow into flowers the moment she plants them. So she starts grabbing as many as she can. A story about open hands, letting go, and what... - **Diego y la linterna prestada / Diego and the Borrowed Lantern** (2026-03-21 · 00:10:41): Diego finds a glowing blue lantern on the rocks and a note that says it isn't his to keep. A harbor full of fishermen is waiting in the dark. And Diego has one day left to decide. A story about honesty, keeping... - **Valentina y el puente de piedras / Valentina and the Stone Bridge** (2026-03-13 · 00:10:38): Valentina can smell the mandarin oranges from her window every morning. But the bridge broke in the storm, and now the stream sits between her and the tree she's been eyeing all season. Worse, her neighbor Nicolás is already on the other... - **Mateo y el gato del mercado / Mateo and the Market Cat** (2026-03-06 · 00:10:04): Mateo is hiding a small lie. Every time he tells another one, the market cat turns a little more gray. This is a story about honesty, small courage, and what it feels like when the weight finally lifts. If you want to... - **Camila y la cuchara de madera / Camila and the Wooden Spoon** (2026-02-27 · 00:11:23): Camila finds an old wooden spoon and thinks it will make her feel special, but the real magic appears when she learns to cook with someone else in mind. Her journey moves from proud and solo to curious, kind, and full of... - **La flauta de Lucía / Lucía's Flute** (2026-02-20 · 00:09:24): Lucía holds a small wooden flute and discovers that the first sounds can be awkward, but her courage and steady practice turn those squeaks into something warm that brings her family together. Her journey is about trying, keeping at it, and finding... - **El pájaro de madera / The Wooden Bird** (2026-02-13 · 00:10:27): Andrés walks into his grandfather's empty workshop with a small, warm hope in his hands, ready to make a gift for his grandmother. What he finds is work that asks for his first imperfect tries and a kind of magic that refines... - **Las galletas de Paula / Paula's Cookies** (2026-02-06 · 00:12:26): Paula joins Carolina among flour, eggs, and the comforting scent of vanilla, and together they turn messy first attempts into golden, crispy cookies that somehow taste like hugs. Along the way Paula learns to trust herself, to practice, and to sprinkle a... - **La pulsera de dos colores / The Two-Colored Bracelet** (2026-01-31 · 00:11:51): Isabel is sitting on the cold floor, surrounded by fallen blocks and a big feeling of regret, wondering how a single push could push away her best friend. This story follows her as memories, an old photo, and a half-and-half bracelet gently... - **Mateo y la mariposa / Mateo and the Butterfly** (2026-01-23 · 00:12:06): Mateo plants seeds in his grandmother’s tiny corner of the garden and discovers that his laughter can make things grow, even after a mistake that makes his heart heavy. This is a story about a boy learning to bring joy back to... - **Valentina y el jardín / Valentina and the Garden** (2026-01-16 · 00:09:10): Valentina is an eight-year-old who discovers something almost magical in her grandmother’s garden: the flowers seem to smell her feelings back to her. Her quiet, curious heart leads her from wonder to a gentle responsibility as she learns what those scents truly... - **El espejo que muestra bondad / The Mirror That Shows Kindness** (2026-01-09 · 00:10:12): In The Mirror That Shows Kindness , Luna struggles with self-doubt. No matter what she does — drawing, playing, reading — she always feels like others do it better. But when she finds a mysterious mirror in a shop at the market,... - **El libro de historias mágicas / The Book of Magic Stories** (2026-01-02 · 00:08:46): In The Book of Magic Stories , Lucía has a head full of adventures but struggles to get her words onto the page. When she discovers a mysterious book that writes stories as they’re spoken, everything changes. What begins as a personal... - **El farol que ilumina caminos / The Lantern That Light Paths** (2025-12-26 · 00:10:28): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠ Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In The Lantern That Lights Paths , Isabel avoids the forest trail every day—until a magical lantern appears... - **Special Episode: Los hilos de colores / The Colored Threads** (2025-12-19 · 00:10:34): In The Colored Threads , Marce feels like everyone in her family has a talent — except her. But when she meets a magical spinner named Doña Celeste, she discovers that some gifts take time to awaken. With the help of a... - **La mochila de cosas perdidas / The Backpack of Lost Things** (2025-12-12 · 00:11:52): In The Backpack of Lost Things , Sofía always seems to misplace her favorite things — until a magical talking backpack appears to help her pay better attention. But when a friend loses something special too, Sofía learns that helping others find... - **El reloj de los recuerdos felices / The Clock of Happy Memories** (2025-12-06 · 00:10:31): In The Clock of Happy Memories , Luna brings her grandfather’s broken pocket watch to a kind clockmaker — only to discover it holds a hidden magic. When she opens it, she doesn’t just hear it tick… she sees memories. This story... - **El mercado de los pájaros brillantes / The Market of Glowing Birds** (2025-11-29 · 00:14:14): In The Market of Glowing Birds , a curious girl named Inés hears about a magical place that only appears to those who search with their hearts. What she finds is more than glowing birds — it’s a lesson about generosity, kindness,... - **La niña y las montañas que cantan / The Girl and the Singing Mountains** (2025-11-21 · 00:10:53): In The Girl and the Singing Mountains , a generous-hearted girl named Isabel hears something no one else can: mountains that sing messages of hope. When she follows a path of golden petals to a lonely neighbor, she helps bring joy back... - **La panadería de los deseos / The Bakery of Wishes** (2025-11-14 · 00:13:30): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In The Bakery of Wishes , a boy named Samuel discovers that some people can see forgotten wishes floating... - **El niño que pescaba estrellas / The Boy Who Fished for Stars** (2025-11-07 · 00:13:09): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In The Boy Who Fished for Stars , a kind-hearted boy named Mateo spends his nights rescuing baby stars... - **El mercader de los frascos mágicos / The Merchant of Magic Jars** (2025-10-31 · 00:12:59): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠ Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In “ The Merchant of Magical Jars ” , a shy girl named Luna discovers a glowing jar... - **La última hoja del árbol sabio / The Last Leaf of the Wise Tree** (2025-10-24 · 00:14:34): Note for listeners: Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠Become a member⁠ of our Patreon community and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In " The Last Leaf of the Wise Tree ", a dying ancient... - **La niña que guardaba lluvia / The Girl Who Collected Rain** (2025-10-17 · 00:11:53): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠ Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In “ The Girl Who Collected Rain” , a young girl named Luna gathers drops of water in... - **El zapatero y el hilo dorado / The Cobbler and the Golden Thread** (2025-10-10 · 00:11:09): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠ Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In “ The Cobbler and the Golden Thread ” , a poor but honest shoemaker named Mateo receives... - **El molinero y las tres plumas / The Miller and the Three Feathers** (2025-10-03 · 00:12:07): Want the full transcript, English translation, and vocabulary list? ⁠ Become a member ⁠ and turn every episode into a full Spanish learning experience. In “ The Miller and the Three Feathers ” , a poor miller’s youngest son, Pedro, sets off... - **Alma y la nube / Alma and the Cloud** (2025-09-26 · 00:06:49): In “ Alma and the Cloud ” , a curious girl named Alma meets a lost little cloud drifting low through the sky. As the two set off on a gentle adventure to find the cloud’s way home, they face winds, storms,... - **El búho y la piedra que cantaba / The Owl and the Singing Stone** (2025-09-19 · 00:08:15): In “ The Owl and the Singing Stone ” , deep within the whispering trees of Niebla Azul Forest, an old owl named Don Ulises discovers a mysterious stone that hums with forgotten songs. When he meets a tiny guardian named Tilo... - **La bicicleta de las verdades / The Bicycle of Truths** (2025-09-12 · 00:06:29): Want the full transcript, vocabulary list, and printable story bundle? Join our monthly membership to support the podcast on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/spanishstoriesforkids⁠ . In “ The Bicycle of Truths ” , Lucas receives an old, rusty bike from his grandfather—but it comes with... - **El banco que recordaba tus palabras / The Bench That Remembered Your Words** (2025-09-05 · 00:06:07): Note: For the the full transcript, vocabulary list, and printable story bundle, join our monthly membership to support the podcast on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/spanishstoriesforkids⁠ . In “ The Bench That Remembered Your Words ” , Renata discovers a quiet bench in the park... - **La flor de las promesas / The Flower of Promises** (2025-08-22 · 00:06:21): In “ The Flower of Promises ” , a magical bloom appears each spring—but only when someone truly keeps their word. This is the story of Sol, a determined girl who promises to make a kite for her little brother. As spring... - **La campana del corazón / The Heart's Bell** (2025-08-15 · 00:07:29): In “ The Heart’s Bell ” , an old bronze bell hangs silent in the town square—until a quiet girl named Lía arrives and shows everyone that real joy isn’t about celebration for yourself, but for someone else. This gentle story is... - **El candil del bosque / The Lantern of the Forest** (2025-08-08 · 00:07:14): In “ The Lantern of the Forest ” , a boy named Tadeo discovers an old lantern that glows only when someone tells the truth—and shines brightest when words come from the heart. When his village is torn by suspicion and fear,... - **La casa de los colores cambiantes / The House of Changing Colors** (2025-08-01 · 00:06:32): In “ The House of Changing Colors ” , a mysterious home sits atop a hill, shifting hues each day—white, red, blue… and sometimes vanishing altogether. No one dares to enter—until Lucía, a quiet girl with a kind heart, decides to climb... - **La carrera de los días / The Race of the Days** (2025-07-25 · 00:06:48): In this imaginative tale, " La Carrera de Los Días " “ The Race of the Days ” , the days of the week come to life—bickering, boasting, and finally racing to prove who’s best. But as Monday rushes, Friday dances, and... - **La mariposa que quería volar / The Butterfly Who Wanted to Fly** (2025-07-18 · 00:06:29): In this uplifting episode, “ The Butterfly Who Wanted to Fly ” , we meet Lila, a colorful little butterfly with big wings—and an even bigger fear of flying. With the help of her friend Nico the hummingbird, Lila learns that courage... - **El deseo del niño / The Child's Wish** (2025-07-11 · 00:07:21): In this listener-submitted story, " El Deseo del Niño " or “ The Child’s Wish ” , a boy makes an unexpected friend at the edge of the forest—a talking toad with the power to grant wishes. But instead of asking for... - **Los panes de Isaac / Isaac's Loaves** (2025-07-04 · 00:05:14): In this heartwarming listener-submitted story, " Los Panes de Isaac " or “Isaac’s Loaves” , a poor man is given a magical offer: return three loaves of bread untouched, and he will become rich. But when his beloved cow begins to starve,... - **We’re Back! A New Chapter Begins July 4** (2025-06-27 · 00:01:30): We’re back! After a long pause, Spanish Stories for Kids returns with fresh stories, familiar warmth, and a few exciting updates starting July 4. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just discovering us, this short episode will catch you up on what’s... - **La estrella de Leo / Leo's Star** (2024-03-06 · 00:06:11): In today's episode we dive into "La Estrella de Leo." Follow the adventurous Leo, a young dreamer aiming for the stars. His journey teaches us about bravery, personal growth, and chasing dreams. After the story, we'll highlight key Spanish words from Leo's... - **El sastrecillo valiente / The Brave Little Tailor** (2024-01-25 · 00:26:14): In this enchanting episode of 'Spanish Stories for Kids,' we bring to life the tale of 'El Sastrecillo Valiente' or 'The Brave Little Tailor.' Join us on a whimsical journey as our clever and courageous tailor faces giants, kings, and magical challenges.... - **La astuta hija del campesino / The Peasant's Clever Daughter** (2023-10-23 · 00:13:36): This episode takes you on a journey into the heartwarming world of " Las Astuta Hija del Campesino" known in English as "The Peasant's Clever Daughter." This timeless tale reminds us that intelligence and kindness are powerful allies in overcoming life's challenges.... - **Juan Fierro / Iron John** (2023-09-08 · 00:27:13): Hello, Spanish Stories for Kids fam! Okay, you've heard of Cinderella, Snow White, right? But what if I told you there's a Grimm Brothers' tale that's been flying under your radar, waiting to totally blow your mind? It's time for some major... - **El viejo sultán / The Old Sultan** (2023-07-24 · 00:09:23): Join us as we follow the tale of Old Sultan, known in Spanish as El Viejo Sultán, a loyal and wise dog, who must confront challenges and prove the strength of friendship. This heartwarming story reminds us of the timeless moral that... - **Rapunzel** (2023-07-13 · 00:13:29): In today's episode, we read a timeless tale that has captivated readers for generations - Rapunzel, known in English by the same name. This classic story is filled with bravery, and enchantment, and teaches us the importance of courage, resilience, and the... - **Road Trip Edition / Spanish Stories for Kids** (2023-07-02 · 01:10:04): In this episode, we bring you a collection of delightful tales that will transport you to a world of wonder and imagination. First, join us as we embark on the thrilling journey of "El Viejo Sultán," where a loyal dog sets out... - **El ratón y el gato asociados / The Cat and the Mouse in Partnership** (2023-06-10 · 00:10:49): In this episode, we bring you the timeless story of The Cat and the Mouse in Partnership, known in Spanish as El Ratón y el Gato Asociados. In this fable, we meet a clever car and a cautious mouse who decide to... - **La abeja reina / The Queen Bee** (2023-04-26 · 00:09:17): In this episode, we'll be sharing the Spanish-adapted version of The Queen Bee, called La Abeja Reina, from Grimms Brothers. This story serves as a poignant reminder of the significance of treating all living creatures with kindness and respect, as we are... - **Una tarde en el mundo de Julia / An Afternoon in Julia's World** (2023-04-08 · 00:09:35): In this episode of "Una Tarde en El Mundo de Julia," the Spanish-translated version of An Afternoon in Julia's World, we dive into a magical fantasy story about a young girl named Julia who loves to read her favorite fairytale, Cinderella. One... - **Las zapatillas desgastadas por danzar / The Worn-Out Dancing Shoes** (2023-04-01 · 00:14:34): In this enchanting episode, we explore the Spanish-adapted version of the classic Brothers Grimm tale, "The Twelve Dancing Princesses" (also known as "The Worn-Out Dancing Shoes"). Immerse yourself in the captivating story of twelve royal sisters who secretly escape to a hidden... - **Season 5 Trailer** (2023-03-17 · 00:00:54): This is not an April Fool's Day prank, amigos. Get ready to embark on a thrilling adventure with brand new episodes of Spanish Stories for Kids podcast starting 4/1/23. It's time to dust off your headphones and get ready to immerse yourself... - **Las tres plumas / The Three Feathers - Bloopers Bonus Track** (2021-12-29 · 00:11:53): Today's story is the last episode of this year called Las Tres Plumas, known in English as The Three Feathers. The moral of the story is that one should never judge anyone by their appearance. Within a seemingly simple spirit, immense greatness... - **Los siete cuervos / The Seven Ravens** (2021-12-10 · 00:19:09): This episode is the Spanish-adapted version of The Seven Ravens, a story about the power of words, courage, and love. It reminds us that we should be careful with our words, because they are like rocks, once you throw them, you can't... - **El flautista de Hamelin / The Pied Piper** (2021-11-28 · 00:07:43): Today's story is dedicated to my uncle who had his birthday earlier this month. It is called El Flautista de Hamelin, known in English as the Pied Piper of Hamelin. One of the lessons from this story is that you should always... - **El erizo y el esposo de la liebre / The Hare and the Hedgehog** (2021-10-04 · 00:11:20): Today's episode El Erizo y El Esposo de La Liebre known in English as The Hare and the Hedgehog teaches us an important lesson: however smart you think you are, you should never make fun of anyone for how they look. _________________________... - **Zoololoco** (2021-06-18 · 00:11:16): In this episode we share the story of Zoololoco, the Spanish adapted version of Zooboloo. Written by award-winning writer and publisher, Christine Villa, this lovely story teaches us about self-love and acceptance. Zoololoco will be released in July 2021! For the latest... - **Monte Simelí / Simelí Mountain** (2021-04-30 · 00:09:13): This episode is the Spanish-adapted version of Simelí Mountain, the story of a brother who watches 12 robbers go into a magic mountain. One of the brothers led by greed and jealousy ends up in a bad situation. Listen to the story... - **El doctor sabelotodo / Doctor Know-All** (2021-03-19 · 00:09:02): Today’s episode is the famous Doctor Know-All tale by the Brothers Grimm. One of the lessons of the story is that misunderstandings can sometimes have consequences and they can be favorable or unfavorable, but one should never take advantage of other people.... - **Los músicos de Bremen / The Bremen Town Musicians** (2021-02-14 · 00:12:47): This story called in English the Bremen Town Musicians leaves us with a nice lesson: never despise those who reach their natural old age for no longer being as strong as they were during their youth. - **El aprendiz de mago / The Sorcerer's Apprentice** (2021-01-20 · 00:09:34): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted version of the Sorcerer’s Apprentice. It shares a valuable lesson about how laziness can get you in trouble, same as getting involved in things you may not know enough about. - **Era la víspera de navidad / The Night Before Christmas** (2020-12-25 · 00:05:09): A Christmas eve special episode sharing the Spanish-adapted version of a Christmas classic: The Night Before Christmas. We wish you all una Feliz Navidad! - **La caperucita roja / Little Red Riding Hood** (2020-12-14 · 00:08:59): My abuela narrates today’s story all the way from Honduras! This is Spanish- adapted version of the famous fairytale known in English as Little Red Riding Hood. The lesson in this story is to listen to your parents when they warn you... - **El traje nuevo del emperador / The Emperor's New Clothes** (2020-11-29 · 00:10:54): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted version of The Emperor’s New Clothes, a classic story that teaches us to be brave and honest, to tell the truth even if we are afraid people will laugh at us. - **La sirenita / The Little Mermaid** (2020-11-06 · 00:09:53): For this episode we have a special guest joining us from Costa Rica! My aunt Claudia will read us the Spanish-adapted version of The Little Mermaid. As my aunt mentions at the beginning of the episode, love is the hero in this... - **Las habichuelas mágicas / Jack and the Beanstalk** (2020-10-15 · 00:10:39): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted version of the famous fairytale, Jack and the Beanstalk. We hope you enjoy it! If you have some time please write us a review and don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to... - **Blancanieves / Snow White** (2020-10-01 · 00:10:25): Today’s episode is a famous fairytale turned into a movie, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. This story can help parents explain to kids the importance of not taking anything from strangers, especially food or beverages. We hope you enjoy the story... - **Pedro y el lobo / The Boy Who Cried Wolf** (2020-09-22 · 00:10:23): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted version of the famous children’s story called The Boy Who Cried Wolf. If you’ve heard this story before, you’ll know that it teaches kids that if they continue to lie no one will believe them even when... - **El pollito Benito / Chicken Little** (2020-09-15 · 00:10:54): This episode tells the story famously known as Chicken Little, who got all his friends to panic for believing that the sky was falling. It teaches us not to believe everything people tell us without critical thinking. If you have some time,... - **La princesa y el guisante / The Princess and the Pea** (2020-09-11 · 00:09:16): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted version of the Princess and the Pea. - **El zapatero y los duendecillos / The Shoemaker and the Elves** (2020-09-09 · 00:10:27): This episode tells the Spanish-adapted story of The Shoemaker and the Elves. It teaches us that good things can come from working hard - that’s the secret to making dreams come true. - **El ganso dorado / The Golden Goose** (2020-09-09 · 00:09:47): This story tells the Spanish-adapted version of The Golden Goose. We learn how a good deed such as sharing even what little we may have with those in need, can sometimes lead to big rewards. - **La tortuga y la liebre / The Tortoise and the Hare** (2020-09-09 · 00:09:47): The story of The Rabbit and The Turtle (also known as The Tortoise and the Hare) is an all-time classic. This Spanish-adapted version teaches us that we should never underestimate an opponent and persistence is they key to success. - **El enano saltarín / Rumpelstiltskin** (2020-09-09 · 00:10:25): In this episode my mom reads the Spanish-adapted story of Rumpelstiltskin. It teaches us that telling falsehoods can get someone in trouble so it’s always better to tell the truth. - **El ratón de campo y el ratón de ciudad / The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse** (2020-09-09 · 00:09:24): This episode is the Spanish-adapted version of the Town Mouse and Country Mouse story. It teaches us that sometimes going out of our comfort zone can help us realize what we already have is all we need to be happy. - **El muñeco de jengibre / The Gingerbread Man** (2020-07-22 · 00:10:03): In this episode my mom reads the Spanish-adapted version of a famous story called The Gingerbread Man, which teaches us to be careful who we trust, especially if the person is a stranger. - **Las manchas del leopardo / How the Leopard Got His Spots** (2020-07-18 · 00:10:18): Today’s episode is the Spanish-adapted version of Rudyard Kipling’s story How Leopard Got His Spots. One of the lessons we see in this story is that sometimes when our circumstances change, we should try and be open to change ourselves, this could... - **El patito feo / The Ugly Duckling** (2020-07-14 · 00:09:21): This Spanish-adapted version of The Ugly Duckling is one of my favorite stories. Its beautiful message teaches us that we should never judge someone by how they look. - **Pulgarcita / Thumbelina** (2020-07-09 · 00:11:19): Pulgarcita is the Spanish adapted version of Thumbelina. In this episode, the story’s main character, Thumbelina, goes through many hardships but, just as with our own life experiences, nothing is permanent. We have to believe that things will get better. - **Los tres machos cabríos / The Three Billy Goats Gruff** (2020-07-06 · 00:09:09): This is the last episode of our first season. The fun Spanish adapted version of the Three Billy Goats Gruff shows us how being courageous and clever can help you achieve your goals, like the three billy goats, but in the case... - **El príncipe sapo / The Frog Prince** (2020-07-02 · 00:09:07): In this episode my mom tells the story of the Frog Prince or Príncipe Sapo in Spanish. It teaches us that once you make a promise to someone, you should always honor it. - **Cenicienta / Cinderella** (2020-06-27 · 00:12:11): This episode is the Spanish adapted version of the famous story called Cenicienta or Cinderella in English. This beautiful fairytale teaches us to never stop dreaming because one day our dreams may come true. Enjoy! - **El león y el ratón / The Lion and the Mouse** (2020-06-24 · 00:09:43): This great story, El León y el Ratón or The Lion and the Mouse in English, teaches us the valuable lesson to always be kind to one another and never underestimate anyone no matter their size. - **Pinocho / Pinocchio** (2020-06-19 · 00:10:11): This episode is a Spanish adapted version of a famous classic, Pinocchio. This story tells us what happens when you lie and the consequences of making the wrong choices. - **Los tres cerditos / The Three Little Pigs** (2020-06-16 · 00:09:37): This is a story that my abuela (grandma) used to read to me, and I wanted to share it with everyone. Los Tres Cerditos or Three Little Pigs in English, teaches us that hard work pays off. - **El gato con botas / The Cat in Boots** (2020-06-12 · 00:09:09): In this episode we tell the Spanish adapted version of Cat in Boots, a story that teaches us that sometimes the most valuable things come in small or humble packages. - **Ricitos de oro y los tres osos / Goldilocks and the Three Bears** (2020-06-09 · 00:09:41): A Spanish adapted version of a very famous story, Ricitos de Oro y los Tres Osos, known in English as Goldilocks and the Three Bears. - **La gallinita roja / The Little Red Hen** (2020-06-07 · 00:08:44): This episode is a Spanish adapted version of The Little Red Hen, which teaches us the value of hard word and the consequences of being lazy. - **Aladino / Aladdin** (2020-06-05 · 00:08:28): This episode is a Spanish adapted version of a story that you’ve probably seen in movies, Aladino or Aladdin in English. - **Marcelo Introduces Spanish Stories for Kids** (2020-06-04 · 00:00:30): Marcelo introduces Spanish Stories for Kids podcast ## Listening Platforms - [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/4PpK6RKY0EnSF73jSTHOXy) - [Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spanish-stories-for-kids/id1517263429) ## Contact - Email: hello@spanishstoriesforkids.com - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/spanishstoriesforkids/) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/spanishstoriesforkids/) - [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/cw/spanishstoriesforkids)