Story Surprise

Story Surprise

Anthony and Lauren bring you Story Surprise. A series of funny, interactive and educational stories and songs for kids! Guaranteed fun and laughs as you listen and dance along. We’re collaborating with authors, songwriters and kids from all over the world to bring these episodes to life and showcase their amazing creations. Each story theme tackles important childhood learning concepts. www.storysurprise.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 11/01/2021

    Home | Story Surprise PodCast

    There are lots of different reasons why a person might move to a new country. They might move for an awesome opportunity to do something cool in a new place. They might move to a new country to experience a new culture. If they live in a country which is unsafe, they might be a refugee and start a new life in a new country which is safer. That’s an important reason to move to a new country. Today’s episode celebrates friends from around the world who have moved to Australia and now call Australia home.   About the book: War ends, yet its dark shadow remains, a family is forced to flee their home. As they journey through hunger, long cold nights and homelessness, a heart locket whispers words of hope. And a country that's faraway calls for those that are no longer wanted. It offers new beginnings and a precious place, once more to call home.    This is the perfect story time resource for initiating conversations about refugees and multiculturalism in our country. Lots of people move to Australia every day for lots of different reasons. It’s important that we make them feel welcome and part of our big Australian family.   Guest Storyteller: Tamanna Kaul helps us share today’s story. Tamanna and her family moved from India to Australia when she was a child. If you’d like to learn more about Tamanna’s story of coming to Australia, check out our Sit Down Session’s interview with Tamanna and mother on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/storysurpriseau Drum roll please, on your knees…. It’s time for Story Surprise.   Story: ‘Home’ by Karen Hendriks and Alisa Knatko https://www.daisylanepublishing.com/ Mick’s Mate: Dominic was born in Vietnam, lives in America and is moving to Australia in 2022! Song: ‘Happy Song’ by Anthony & Lauren Introductions: Sophie Collins Support us! Vote for Story Surprise in the Australian Podcast Awards: https://australianpodcastawards.com/vote   This podcast is proudly presented by The Moonee Valley City Council as part of the Clocktower Centre Podcast residency program, in conjunction with Little Rockers Radio.   Our Links @storysurpriseau Website: www.storysurprise.com.au YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/storysurpriseau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storysurpriseau Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storysurpriseau Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@storysurpriseau We are proud to be nominated for ‘The Bullseye Award’ in the 2021 Australian Podcast Awards.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  2. 10/18/2021

    Are you kidding me? | Story Surprise PodCast

    On this episode of Story Surprise, Anthony & Lauren remind kids NOT to judge a book by its cover. Sometimes, things are not what they seem, and everyone is unique and special in their own way! About the book: Owl, Mouse, Snail, Bird, Lion, Bee, Hippo, and Bat are tired of all these idioms. They are sick of people who still use silly phrases to define them. Are you kidding? This cheeky story uses rhyme, repetition, and rhetorical questions to send a powerful message to the world. Being true to yourself is more valuable to the world than the opinions of others. This is the perfect story time resource for teaching children not to judge a book by its cover. Drum roll please, on your knees…. It’s time for Story Surprise. Story: ‘Are You Kidding Me’ by Trent Long, illustrated by Kris Lillyman Purchase here: https://www.amazon.com/Are-you-kidding-Trent-Long-ebook/dp/B09CDFJ4SF Mick’s Mate: Billi Song: ‘I’ve Got Spots’ – originally by Danielle Wheeler & Nick Davio, covered by Anthony & Lauren   This podcast is proudly presented by The Moonee Valley City Council as part of the Clocktower Centre Podcast residency program, in conjunction with Little Rockers Radio.   Story Surprise is recorded and produced on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, and we acknowledge them as the Traditional Owners. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.   Our Links @storysurpriseau Website: www.storysurprise.com.au YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/storysurpriseau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storysurpriseau Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storysurpriseau Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@storysurpriseau Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min
  3. 10/10/2021

    Rosie Leads The Way | Story Surprise PodCast

    Today’s Story Surprise is all about leading the way with self-worth. With a smart mind, you can plan and explore. With a strong body, you can jump and climb. With a kind heart you can love, care, and protect. These qualities make you truly beautiful inside and out!    About the book: After talking with Mum, Rosie believed she was the most beautiful girl in the whole entire world – but the day she met Penelope Pennington she wasn’t so sure. Penelope Pennington had the perfect hair, perfect clothes, the perfect shoes and even the perfect cat! So, when Rosie and Penelope unexpectedly walk home together, they both make some meaningful discoveries along the way. This is the perfect story time resource for teaching children that true beauty comes from character, self-acceptance, and compassion for others. Drum roll please, on your knees…. It’s time for Story Surprise. Story: ‘Rosie Leads the Way by Renee Irving Lee, illustrated by Lisa Coutts https://reneeirvinglee.com/ Mick’s Mate: Sophie Collins Song: ‘The Finger Family’ by Anthony, Lauren & Dominic Woodhead Check it out on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/0kyo9WTTVJGEwvO1e6XiVf?si=c53249059f7e4631   This podcast is proudly presented by The Moonee Valley City Council as part of the Clocktower Centre Podcast residency program, in conjunction with Little Rockers Radio.   Story Surprise is recorded and produced on the lands of the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung, and we acknowledge them as the Traditional Owners. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.   Our Links @storysurpriseau Website: www.storysurprise.com.au YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/storysurpriseau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storysurpriseau Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storysurpriseau Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@storysurpriseau Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    16 min
  4. 10/03/2021

    Come Home Ella | Story Surprise

    Come Home Ella Today’s story is about premature babies.  About Come Home Ella: My baby sister couldn’t wait to see the world. That’s why she came so early. She probably didn’t realise she would be stuck inside the hospital. She probably didn’t know that I wouldn’t be allowed to see her. Come Home Ella light heartedly follows the journey of a family after their baby’s early arrival. Told through the eyes of Baby Ella’s older sibling, it aims to educate children about premature babies and help families experiencing similar situations deal with the emotions involved.  This is the perfect story time resource for initiating conversations about babies, siblings, and family with your kids! One in ten babies are born premature. Today’s podcast is dedicated to children who were premature babies, or the sibling of a premature baby. Welcoming a premmie baby into the world is a life changing experience for a family. We hope that by sharing this story children will feel less alone. Interested in learning more about how you can support premature or sick babies and their families? Or perhaps you are the parent or sibling of a premature baby and you’re seeking support? Check out our ‘Sit Down Session’ interview with Melinda from Miracle Babies Foundation: https://youtu.be/MPXVbGh_RmM Drum roll please, on your knees…. It’s time for Story Surprise.   Story: ‘Come Home Ella’ by Chelsea Davies, illustrated by Lisa Coutts http://www.empoweringresources.com.au/come-home-ella   Mick’s Mate: Mahli Ella (Chelsea’s Daughter and inspiration for the story) Song: ‘Germs!’ by Anthony, Lauren & Dominic Woodhead (Remember to wash your hands to get rid of germs before touching a newborn baby) Introductions: Pippa and Baxter Riley Support: https://www.miraclebabies.org.au/ This podcast is proudly presented by The Moonee Valley City Council as part of the Clocktower Centre Podcast residency program, in conjunction with Little Rockers Radio. Our Links @storysurpriseau Website: www.storysurprise.com.au YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/storysurpriseau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storysurpriseau Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/storysurpriseau Tik Tok: www.tiktok.com/@storysurpriseau  www.littlerockersradio.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    17 min
4.9
out of 5
14 Ratings

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Anthony and Lauren bring you Story Surprise. A series of funny, interactive and educational stories and songs for kids! Guaranteed fun and laughs as you listen and dance along. We’re collaborating with authors, songwriters and kids from all over the world to bring these episodes to life and showcase their amazing creations. Each story theme tackles important childhood learning concepts. www.storysurprise.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.