Explore every episode of the podcast Ms. Sami's Storytime

Join Miss Sami’s Storytime for a story about Larry the dinosaur, who gets upset when his tower of jungle blocks crashes down. Larry learns how to handle frustration and big feelings with the help of his friend Tilly the triceratops and a fun, physical activity called the Dino Power Shake.

This story helps toddlers and preschoolers learn emotional regulation, manage frustration, practice patience, and try again, all while enjoying a playful adventure.

Perfect for parents looking for children’s stories about frustration, problem-solving, preschoolers, toddlers, and SEL (social-emotional learning).

Yara the sloth feels worried when his dad has to leave for a little while. Living in the jungles of Costa Rica, Yara doesn’t know how to handle his big feelings—until his friend Coco the monkey shows him a fun way to shake, march, and stretch to calm down.

This story helps toddlers and preschoolers manage separation anxiety, calm big feelings, and practice emotional regulation while enjoying a playful adventure.

In today’s story, we meet Sesh the Duck and his adventurous friend, Shuar the swan, who live in the beautiful Jardin des Tuileries in Paris.

Sesh loves routine. Every day he wakes up, swims in the pond, and enjoys his favorite chocolate Croissant before heading home. But his friend Shuar likes to do something different every day. One morning, Shuar invites Sesh on a new adventure around the park. At first Sesh feels nervous about changing his routine… but with a simple calming breath and a little courage, he discovers that trying something new can lead to wonderful surprises.

This story helps children learn:

• how to handle nervous feelings

• how to try new things

• simple breathing for emotional regulation

• confidence and flexibility

Perfect for bedtime, quiet time, preschoolers, toddlers, and young kids who love stories about friendship, emotions, and small adventures.

If your child enjoys stories, animals, and mindful moments, they’ll love this Paris park adventure with Sesh and Shuar.

Sandy the Squirrel gets SO mad when her classmate knocks down her blocks! But she doesn't realize that it was an accident. Her classmate did not mean to knock into her choice time.

How does Sandy calm her body down? She squeezed her fists so tight and let go slowly. This helped her nervous system relax.

If you ever have a hard time forgiving trying to calm your body first and then communicating your feelings.

Harriet the Ant is always confident she finds her way. But one rainy day, she loses her direction and gets lost! Oh No!!

It's up to her to find her way! She remember her mom taught her a special lesson: find something familiar when you are lost.

Here is a helpful lesson to teach your little ones and regulate their emotions!

In this fun and educational episode, kids follow Moosh and Goosh as they prepare for the Persian New Year by creating a beautiful Haftsin table, painting colorful eggs, growing sabzeh, and enjoying special family traditions like khooneh تکونی (spring cleaning) and sabzi polo mahi, and of course - NOROOZ PAJAMAS!

Norooz pajamas for kids bring such a warm, nostalgic feeling to the start of the new year. With soft spring designs inspired by the Haft-Seen—like sabzeh and goldfish—each piece feels familiar and full of meaning. The names of the seen items are written in both Farsi and Finglish, gently connecting kids to the language in a natural way. Matching sets with parents turn it into a quiet, beautiful family tradition. It’s the kind of simple moment—waking up together, still in your pajamas—that stays with them for years.

Perfect for toddlers and young children, this engaging story introduces Persian culture, Nowruz traditions, and the meaning of new beginnings in a playful and easy-to-understand way. Great for parents looking to teach kids about cultural holidays, springtime celebrations, and family values.

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In today’s episode of Miss Sami’s Storytime, meet Owen the Ostrich, a sweet ostrich who always hides when he feels scared. But one day on the farm, something happens that helps Owen learn how to be brave in a new way.

Instead of hiding, Owen takes a deep breath, stands tall, and uses his brave voice to say, “I don’t like that.”

This gentle and engaging story helps toddlers and preschoolers learn an important social emotional learning (SEL) skill: how to speak up for themselves when something feels scary or uncomfortable.

Perfect for kids ages 2–6, this story teaches children that being brave doesn’t mean you aren’t scared. It means using your voice and asking for what you need.

✨ In this episode kids will learn: • How to use their brave voice • A simple deep breathing tool for when they feel scared • How to say “I don’t like that” in a kind and confident way

Miss Sami’s Storytime shares calming, meaningful stories that help little listeners build confidence, emotional awareness, and kindness.

Perfect for: • Bedtime stories • Car rides with toddlers • Preschool social emotional learning • Calm down time

If your child enjoyed Owen’s story, be sure to follow Miss Sami’s Storytime for more stories that help little hearts grow big and brave. 🌟

In this heartwarming story for kids ages 2–6, meet Zoltan the Dragon - a sweet little dragon who knows how to fly and breathe fire… but doesn’t know how to express his anger.

When Zoltan turns red and feels hot inside, his friend Snappy teaches him an important Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson: all feelings are okay — even anger. With dragon breaths and a brave roar, Zoltan learns safe ways to express big emotions.

This gentle story helps toddlers and preschoolers:
• Understand anger in a safe way
• Learn emotional regulation skills
• Practice deep breathing
• Use words to express big feelings
• Build confidence with Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Perfect for:
✔️ Bedtime
✔️ Calm-down time
✔️ Preschool & kindergarten
✔️ Teaching toddlers about emotions
✔️ Parents, therapists, and educators

If your child struggles with big feelings, frustration, or meltdowns, this story gives them simple tools they can actually use.

Take a deep dragon breath… and press play. 🐉✨

Mochi the little anteater feels worried when his mommy goes out of town. What if she doesn’t come back? With the help of three simple calming tools, Mochi learns how to soothe his body, take slow breaths, and remind himself that mommy always comes back.

This gentle 3 minute story for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) is perfect for little ones who struggle with separation anxiety, daycare drop-offs, travel, or bedtime worries.

Through soft storytelling and simple regulation techniques, this calm down story helps children:
• Practice breathing
• Relax their bodies
• Feel safe when a parent is away

Perfect for bedtime, preschool transitions, or anytime your child needs reassurance.

If your little one enjoys Ms. Sami’s Storytime, be sure to follow so you never miss a new 3 minute story every Friday.

Dario and the Shiny Seashell is a gentle children’s story about a seagull who experiences big feelings when a special seashell is taken from him. As Dario learns to pause, breathe, and use his words, children are guided through simple tools for handling anger, sharing, and conflict in a calm and safe way.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this episode supports social-emotional learning (SEL), emotional regulation, problem-solving, and kindness. A soothing story ideal for bedtime, classroom listening, or moments when kids are learning how to manage big feelings.

Goli and Her Farsi Words is a gentle children’s story about a cow named Goli who speaks Farsi at home and English at school. When Goli feels confused and misunderstood by her classmates, she learns that having two languages is a strength, and that it’s okay to ask for help and practice together.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this episode supports social-emotional learning (SEL), language development, bilingual identity, and belonging. Ideal for children navigating language barriers, dual languages, or big feelings at school.

Great for families, classrooms, and bedtime listening.

Join Roo the kangaroo and his little brother Joey for a fun, heartwarming birthday adventure! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this 3-minute story is full of laughs, big feelings, and a special birthday gift.

Kids can hop along with Roo, learn about sharing, and celebrate the joy of birthdays. Ideal for ages 2–5.

Join Miss Sami’s Storytime for a heartwarming Christmas morning adventure with Nina and Niles as they discover the true magic of the holiday: kindness, generosity, and sharing with others. When the siblings notice their friend Nancy feeling left out, they learn that the best Christmas gifts aren’t found under the tree, but in helping someone else feel loved.
Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this cozy holiday bedtime story supports social-emotional learning, empathy, and the joy of giving. Ideal for Christmas Eve, quiet time, or family listening.

Get cozy for a heartwarming Christmas Eve story for kids 🎄
In Moosh and Goosh’s Christmas Eve Adventure, two best friends stay up late decorating the tree, baking cookies, and waiting for Santa Claus. Filled with giggles, glitter, and holiday magic, this bedtime story reminds little listeners that the true magic of Christmas is togetherness, love, and cozy moments shared with family.

Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children, this gentle holiday bedtime story is ideal for Christmas Eve, winter nights, or anytime your child needs a calm, festive wind-down.

✨ A cozy kids Christmas story
✨ Santa, reindeer, cookies & Christmas magic
✨ A soothing bedtime story for little listeners

Subscribe to Miss Sami’s Storytime for more calming bedtime stories, holiday tales, and feel-good stories for kids. 🎧🎄

Help your child wind down on Christmas Eve with this gentle bedtime story about Nina and Niles. In this episode, kids learn a simple SEL tool for calming big feelings and settling into a cozy nighttime routine. Perfect for relaxing, connecting, and drifting off to sleep.

Join Koby, a tiny fluffy dog, as he learns how to turn scary nightmares into happy dreams! 🐶✨ In tonight’s story, Koby discovers the power of choosing what he dreams about before bedtime. With the help of his loving mommy, he learns a simple, fun SEL tool to feel safe, calm, and ready for sweet dreams.

Perfect for kids ages 2–6, this bedtime story teaches children how to:

• Feel safe after a bad dream

• Calm their bodies and minds before sleep

• Use imagination to create happy dreams

🎧 Cozy up with your little ones and let Koby guide them to joyful, empowering sleep adventures!

Join Nina and Niles, two adorable chipmunks, in this heartwarming Thanksgiving story! When Nina feels left out at the big holiday dinner, her brother helps her discover courage, friendship, and confidence.

Perfect for kids and families, this whimsical storytime teaches the SEL lesson of self-worth with the mantra: ‘I am enough.’ Cozy up and enjoy this magical treehouse adventure full of snow, new friends, and bravery!

In today’s storytime, Mary the Snake learns how to handle worry and build confidence with help from a new friend, Tiny the Butterfly. Kids will follow along with an easy Butterfly Breathing exercise and enjoy a warm, SEL-based tale about friendship, emotions, and courage.

Join Ms. Sami for a heartwarming story about Jojo the Bird — a little bird who starts to believe a tricky thought that her friends don’t want to play with her. But when she meets Sam the Skunk, Jojo learns an important lesson: not every thought is a fact! Together, they discover how to challenge unkind thoughts, practice self-love, and remember how special we truly are.

This gentle story helps children learn about emotional awareness, self-esteem, and kindness. Perfect for mindful storytime, classroom listening, or bedtime.

Drift into dreamland with Jiji the Cricket, a gentle bedtime story filled with soothing sounds, soft storytelling, and nighttime magic. Follow Jiji on a calm moonlit adventure as he learns about friendship, courage, and the beauty of slowing down. Perfect for helping little ones unwind, relax, and fall asleep peacefully.

✨ Ideal for kids, toddlers, and families looking for relaxing sleep stories, mindful bedtime tales, and calming nature sounds.

In this heartwarming Moosh and Goosh story, the friends explore what it feels like to be left out and how to cope with those big emotions.

Through fun adventures and gentle lessons, kids learn the importance of empathy, kindness, and including others.

This episode helps children recognize their feelings, build stronger friendships, and understand how small acts of compassion can make everyone feel valued.

Perfect for parents, teachers, and caregivers looking for engaging social-emotional learning content for kids.

Join Moosh and Goosh on a magical Halloween night filled with giggles, costumes, and sweet surprises! 🎃 From spooky houses to friendly ghosts, this cozy kids’ Halloween story is perfect for your trick or treating get togethers or family car rides. Little listeners will love the playful adventures, gentle lessons, and festive fun of trick-or-treating with Moosh and Goosh.

Join Paprika the Owl on a fun and heartwarming storytime adventure as she learns that it’s okay not to be perfect. This children’s story helps kids explore self-esteem, confidence, and self-acceptance, while enjoying a lovable character and her jungle friends. Perfect for bedtime, classroom storytime, or anytime kids need encouragement and reassurance.

Does your child feel nervous about pooping, even though they can pee just fine? Join Poppy the Panda on a gentle, fun adventure as she learns to face her fears and feel brave on the potty. This story helps kids explore feelings of control, worry, and courage, while giving parents a playful tool to support potty training success.

Perfect for bedtime, storytime, or anytime your little one needs encouragement and reassurance.

In this heartwarming storytime, kids meet Rion, a little lion who feels like he’s not as talented as his friends. With the help of Jasper the bird, Rion discovers the importance of believing in himself and learns the powerful mantra: “There is only one me!”

This story helps children explore themes of:

• 🌱 Self-esteem & self-worth

• 🌟 Embracing differences

• 💛 Building confidence through positive self-talk

Perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime kids need a reminder that they are special just the way they are.

Terry struggles with big feelings after being teased about her shiny hair at camp. With the help of her best friend, Sally the Salamander, she learns the power of positive affirmations and self-love by saying, "I am beautiful the way I am."

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! This heartwarming original story teaches kids about confidence, friendship, and handling emotions.

Dive under the sea with Hashti the Octopus in this calming bedtime story for kids. 🐙

✨ Hashti is a gentle octopus with long eyelashes and a kind heart. As the sun sets, she swims through the quiet ocean, saying goodnight to her friends.

With soothing sounds, magical imagery, and a gentle bedtime rhythm, this story helps children (and adults!) feel calm, safe, and ready for sleep. Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and young kids who love ocean animals and bedtime adventures.

Alan is excited… but also a little MAD about his new baby brother. In this story, kids explore big sibling feelings and learn it’s ok to feel jealous or upset.

A helpful tool for this? A fun “Tree Push” calming trick to feel safe and strong again.

Perfect for helping kids:💛 Understand big feelings about a new sibling🌿 Learn a calming SEL strategy🏡 Feel seen and supported as their family grows

✨ Press play and help your little one feel understood, calm, and loved!

Drift off with Lucky the Turtle’s Magical Bedtime Adventure! 🐢✨ In this gentle bedtime story, we meet Lucky, a wise old sea turtle who glides gracefully through the ocean.

As the sun sets, Lucky says goodnight to his underwater friends and finds a cozy coral cave to rest. With calming ocean imagery, magical dreams, and soothing narration, this sleep story helps little ones (and adults!) relax, feel safe, and drift into peaceful sleep. Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers, and kids of all ages who love ocean animals and bedtime stories.

Aspen the Horse doesn’t like going to the doctor for her yearly shot—last time it stung! 🐴💉 But with her friend Daisy the Donkey’s help, Aspen learns the clip-clop trick, a fun tool to stay calm, regulate her body, and feel brave during tricky moments.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this gentle story helps little ones:

• Manage fear and anxiety around doctor visits

• Learn calming techniques for big feelings

• Build confidence, courage, and self-regulation skills

Play this story before doctor visits, bedtime, or any time your child needs reassurance to help them feel brave and supported. ✨

Rumi the Cat has a bath and bedtime routine every night, but one evening, Rumi didn’t want to wash his fur! He hates it when water gets in his eyes. Tonight, Daddy shows him the bubble trick to help his body calm down, and a new game called, "I Want to Be YOU!" to help Rumi feel more confident and independent at bedtime.

📥 Helpful Printable Resources
Make bedtime easier and more fun with these free printables:

⁠Bedtime Routine - Girl⁠

⁠Bedtime Rules - Girl⁠

⁠Bedtime Routine - Boy⁠

⁠Bedtime Rules - Boy⁠

⁠Reward Chart - Boy⁠

⁠Reward Chart - Girl⁠

Bedtime Routine: A visual for children to clearly see what the steps are for a successful bedtime. It also takes the guesswork out for parents. Bedtime routines should typically last about 20–30 minutes and remain consistent each night.

Bedtime Rules: Another visual tool for children to understand the boundaries that make bedtime go smoothly. Pairing these with a reward system can be a fun and motivating way to encourage success.

Reward Chart: Praise and celebrate your child’s effort! Stickers or small rewards for completing their routine and following rules make bedtime fun, positive, and something to look forward to.

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In tonight’s gentle bedtime story for kids, Rumi the Cat trots along a quiet road, listening to the soothing sounds of nature. Along the way, he hears Paprika the Owl singing in the distance, helping him feel calm, relaxed, and ready for a peaceful night’s sleep. 🐱🌙🦉

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this short soothing bedtime story helps little ones:

• Unwind and relax before bedtime

• Enjoy peaceful quiet time or nap time

• Connect with nature and develop mindful listening skills

Play this cozy story at bedtime, naptime, or anytime your child needs calm and comfort to help them drift off to sweet dreams. ✨

In today’s fun children’s story about friendship and emotions, Moosh and Goosh are enjoying recess and riding bikes in the schoolyard. But when another child takes Moosh’s bike, he feels scared and mad! 😟

With Goosh’s help and the “lemonade trick,” Moosh learns a simple tool to calm his body and manage big feelings.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this uplifting story helps little ones:

• Learn to handle frustration and anger

• Practice social-emotional skills at school and home

• Navigate playdates, car rides, and transitions with confidence

Play this story for back-to-school, quiet time, or anytime your child needs a gentle reminder to stay calm and brave. ✨

In tonight’s gentle bedtime story for kids, Freddy the Frog drifts off to sleep on his favorite lily pad. Surrounded by the soothing sounds of the forest and twinkling stars, Freddy feels calm, relaxed, and ready for a peaceful night’s sleep. 🌙🐸

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this short soothing bedtime story helps little ones:

• Relax and unwind before bedtime

• Feel calm and safe during quiet moments

• Establish a comforting sleep routine

Play this cozy story at bedtime, naptime, or anytime your child needs calm and comfort to help them drift off peacefully. ✨

When Phil’s mom says she’ll be late picking him up from school, Phil feels worried and wiggly! In this gentle kids’ story about managing worries, Phil learns a simple tool to calm himself: paying attention to three sounds around him.

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this short story helps little ones:

• Manage anxiety and worry

• Learn calming mindfulness tools for kids

• Feel safe, calm, and in control during tricky moments

Play this story during bedtime, car rides, or quiet time to help your child practice mindfulness, calm big feelings, and feel ready for cozy, peaceful moments. ✨

In this gentle bedtime story for kids, Paprika the Owl is ready to drift off to sleep, but first she takes a peaceful flight over the forest to listen to all the calming forest sounds. 🌲🦉

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this cozy tale helps little ones:

• Relax and unwind for bedtime

• Calm their minds and bodies

• Enjoy a soothing sleep routine

Play this short, soothing bedtime story before naps, bedtime, or quiet moments to help your child feel safe, calm, and ready for sweet dreams. ✨

In this gentle bedtime story for kids, Silas the Sleepy Sheep climbs a fluffy cloud to visit the moon, feeling safe, calm, and comforted before drifting off to sleep. 🌙

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this cozy tale helps little ones:

• Wind down for bedtime

• Feel calm and secure

• Enjoy sweet dreams

Play this short, soothing bedtime story before naps, bedtime, or quiet moments to create a calm and relaxing routine for your child. ✨

In this heartwarming children’s story, Bobby the Tiger can’t wait to play at Jungle School. But when Bunny says “no” to playing, Bobby feels sad and left out. That’s when Jasper the Bird shares an important lesson: if one friend says no, it doesn’t mean all friends will. With courage and kindness, Bobby keeps trying and discovers a new friend—Phil the Elephant!

Perfect for preschoolers and early learners, this gentle tale teaches kids:

• How to handle rejection

• How to build confidence and resilience

• How to make new friends and keep trying

Great for bedtime stories, classroom read-alouds, and social-emotional learning, this uplifting book helps children feel brave and connected.

When Freddy the Frog spots a slithering snake, fear ripples through him! 🐸 But with a deep breath and the words, “I am safe. I am strong. I can do hard things,” Freddy discovers that his real magic isn’t in hopping the highest or flying through the air—it’s been inside him all along.

This gentle, heartwarming kids’ story helps little ones learn courage, self-confidence, and the power of positive words. Perfect for:

• Bedtime routines

• Quiet time or car rides

• Calming big feelings

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It’s Moosh the Mouse’s very first day of school, and his tummy is full of butterflies. But when his mom teaches him a secret way to be brave with his thoughts, Moosh discovers courage he didn’t know he had.

Soon he meets Goosh the Rabbit, and the two become instant best friends. This gentle, encouraging story helps children learn how to face new situations with confidence and kindness—perfect for calming first-day jitters or any big change.

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In today’s story, we meet Sly the Snail, who dreams of zooming like his speedy friend Zippy the Dragonfly. But when Sly tries to go too fast and ends up stuck, he feels frustrated, mad, and a little sad. That’s when Zippy teaches him a special trick — how to turn his body into soft spaghetti instead of stiff spaghetti, helping him relax and calm down.

This gentle tale helps little ones understand big emotions, introduces the idea of a “spaghetti body” to release tension, and shows that fun doesn't have to be fast.

Perfect for calming moments, bedtime, or anytime your little one needs a cozy story with heart.

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In our very first episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime for Kids, dive under the sea for a heartwarming kids’ story about a shy shark and a playful octopus who find a mysterious underwater treasure chest. The twist? The only way to open it is by dancing! 🐙🦈

This gentle children’s story helps little ones explore feelings of shyness, courage, friendship, and self-expression. With sweet encouragement and the power of kindness, this story is perfect for:

• Bedtime routines to calm kids and help them wind down

• Car rides or quiet time activities

• Teaching social-emotional learning (SEL) skills like bravery and making friends

If your child loves ocean animal stories, mindful bedtime podcasts, and uplifting tales, this episode will become a favorite.

🎧 Subscribe to Ms. Sami’s Storytime for Kids for more gentle stories, mindfulness moments, and fun adventures every week!

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