Stories From Now And Then: Short Stories for Kids

Nicola Ward, Evan Wiebe
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A world of short, calming stories for kids ages 5-10, brought to you by Nicola the storyteller and Captain Blunderface. Here from the old library, we retell incredible timeless tales that maybe your parents heard when they were children, or maybe even your Grandparents! Isn't that special?! We certainly think it is. We also love telling new and true stories to inspire young minds and imaginations. Follow Stories From Now and Then so you never miss a tale! See you around the old library!

  1. 3D AGO

    The Odyssey: The Story of Odysseus, Part 1/3

    Nicola sets sail with Stories from Now and Then's first multi-part story, of the mythical tale of Odysseus. Meanwhile back at the old library, there are some ringers filling in for the Captain.

    17 min

  2. FEB 7

    The Kindest Neighbour On TV: The Story of Mr. Rogers

    Nicola shares the incredible true story of Mr. Rogers, and how he shared his life to help children and people around the world. Meanwhile, Deprecatus gets into a sticky situation while making puppets.

    15 min

  3. JAN 31

    The Invisible Outfit: The Tale of The Emperor's New Clothes

    What would you do with invisible fabric? We'll find out in today's episode narrated by Nicola. Meanwhile, back at the Old Library, the clothes aren't quite invisible but they seem to have shrunk!

    17 min

  4. JAN 24

    Puss In Boots: The Tale Of the Earl of Cattenborough

    What if a cat could change your life? Deprecatus loves this story, where Nicola the storyteller takes us back to this classic "Tale" (or Tail!) about a Cat, a King, and some very clever ideas. Meanwhile back at the old library, Captain Blunderface has the whole place to himself... or does he? This is a short calming kids podcast story (7-12 minutes) perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or car rides. Short kids story | bedtime story | calming story | kids podcast

    15 min

  5. JAN 17

    The Girl Who Learned To Fly: The True Story of Simone Biles

    This is the true story of Simone Biles, the greatest gymnast to ever live! Hear how Simone became the best to ever do it, brought to you by Nicola the storyteller. Meanwhile, Captain Blunderface and Deprecatus are at odds about the nature of cats. This is a short calming kids podcast story (7-12 minutes) perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or car rides. Short kids story | bedtime story | calming story | kids podcast

    16 min

  6. JAN 10

    The Story of Beauty And The Beast

    A village girl, a castle, and a mysterious enchanted rose are somehow connected in this classic story, narrated by the amazing Nicola. Meanwhile, Captain Blunderface is slightly scatterbrained and needs some help. This is a short calming kids podcast story (7-12 minutes) perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or car rides. Short kids story | bedtime story | calming story | kids podcast

    14 min

  7. JAN 3

    The Endless Tale: A Story For Infinity!

    Grasshopers? Locusts? Are they the same? A Story that never ends? A clever storyteller? Hear how these all go together in today's story told by Nicola. Meanwhile, Captain Blunderface is joined by an up-and-coming talented dude. This is a short calming kids podcast story (7-12 minutes) perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or car rides. Short kids story | bedtime story | calming story | kids podcast

    9 min

  8. 12/29/2025

    The Imaginary Feast: Barmecide & Schacabac

    A really smart cookie named Schacabac. A rich man named The Barmecide. A very curious feast! See what happens in this classic story told by Nicola. Meanwhile, back at the old library, Deprecatus has some interesting cravings. This is a short calming kids podcast story (7-12 minutes) perfect for bedtime, quiet time, or car rides. Short kids story | bedtime story | calming story | kids podcast

    9 min
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A world of short, calming stories for kids ages 5-10, brought to you by Nicola the storyteller and Captain Blunderface. Here from the old library, we retell incredible timeless tales that maybe your parents heard when they were children, or maybe even your Grandparents! Isn't that special?! We certainly think it is. We also love telling new and true stories to inspire young minds and imaginations. Follow Stories From Now and Then so you never miss a tale! See you around the old library!

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