Be Calm on Ahway Island Bedtime Stories Sheep Jam Productions

Dragon has some unexpected hiccups, and Peanut Squirrel tries to help find a cure.



Narrator: Female



Story Begins: 3:30



Dragon Hiccups Excerpt:

In the Ahway Island Forest, a gentle breeze rustled the leaves of the trees as sunlight streamed through the branches, making delightful shadows on the ground. Dragon sat in the wild berry patch, picking berries and eating them. Dragon loved to eat berries, with their sweet bursts of flavor. As Dragon ate a handful of berries all at once, a funny sensation arose in Dragon’s midsection and throat. It caused Dragon to make a strange sound: “Hic!”

After another moment, the same sensation happened a second time, and again Dragon made an involuntary sound: “hic!”.

Dragon thought surely this sensation would stop, but at regular intervals, it continued.

Dragon sat very still, unsure what was happening, or what to do.

Today’s Meditation: Imagine that you are a graceful willow tree in today's meditation.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

Looking for a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break?  You'll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Nap Time or Not?" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

In the press:

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!



Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends "Be Calm on Ahway Island" as as one of "Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep."



SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!



Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

Thanks for taking a break with us on Ahway Island. See you soon!

Brian and Winfield Wheelchair race Javier, Kumar, Ella, Alice and Anora at the park!

Hello everyone!  We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Ready to Race,” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!

Narrator: Male



Story Begins: 9:25



Ready to Race Excerpt:

Winfield the wheelchair waited patiently as Brian finished his lunch. The wheelchair felt excited for their upcoming race and hoped Brianwould be ready to go soon. Once he and Brian helped clean up the kitchen, they rolled off to the race. Brian’s parents shouted, “Good Luck!” and “Have Fun!” and Brian replied, “Thanks!” as he and Winfield rolled quickly down the sidewalk.



Brian and Winfield were the first ones to arrive the park with Javier following shortly after.



“Ready?” He asked Brian.

Today’s Meditation: Feel your muscles relax as you check in with your body from head to toe.

Looking for ways to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You'll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Happy Dragon" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. You can search for stories by Learning Message, Character Type, or Narrator Type on our Episodes page. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our About page, or check out our FAQs.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

We hope your child loved “Ready to Race." We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is on Kinzoo Messenger!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is now part of the Kinzoo Messenger app as a special experience called a Path! In Kinzoo, Paths are unique interactive stories and engaging activities you can explore on your device. We've reimagined some of your favorite Be Calm on Ahway Island episodes as Paths on Kinzoo, providing a whole new way to experience our calming stories. It's like having a journey through Ahway Island right at your fingertips! Click here to find out more!

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Addae the African Grey Parrot tries to chose his words wisely when he finds out that some words are rude!



Narrator: Male



Story Begins: 4:01



The Four-Letter Word Excerpt:

The Ahway Island Animal Shelter was a cozy haven for pets of all types. Furry, feathery, and scaly friends found love and care at the shelter while awaiting their forever homes. In the main room of the shelter perched a curious African Grey Parrot named Addae.



On this particular day, Addae found himself looking out over the main room of the shelter.  It was sunny outside, and the big window at the front filled the room with a golden glow.  The nice weather meant the people of Ahway Island were out and about.  Often, they would pass by the shelter and take a peek at the animals through the window.  Sometimes, they would even stop in to play!

Today’s Meditation: Relax as you imagine you are a baby penguin snuggled close to its papa.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You'll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Magical Chair" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

In the press:

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!



Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends "Be Calm on Ahway Island" as as one of "Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep."



SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!



Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

We hope you had a great time on Ahway Island. Until next time!

When faced with a massive mountain of dirt, Drevan Dump Truck learns the importance of accepting help from friends.



Narrator: Female



Story Begins: 3:28



Dirt Mountain Excerpt:

Drevan the dump truck awoke to the gentle hum of the garage door opening. He stretched his tires and smiled, wondering what the crew would do today. The little dump truck anticipated another day of exciting construction projects. The crew had finished their last project, so he guessed that today would bring something new. Drevan couldn’t wait to find out what it was!



With a slight rattle, the garage door rolled up, section by section, and Drevan’s driver made her way inside. Drevan peered out into the construction yard. It was peaceful and quiet. No one was there yet. The little dump truck grinned; he loved being the first one out. The driver turned the key, and Drevan’s engine rumbled to life.  Drevan happily rolled out of the garage and patiently waited to see if any other vehicles would be joining him today.

Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one?  You'll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Mystery Jug" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

In the press:

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!



Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends "Be Calm on Ahway Island" as as one of "Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep."



SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!



Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

We're so glad you could join us today on Ahway Island. See you again soon!

Dragon steps outside after the rain has passed. After playing in the puddles the mysterious mud inspires Dragon and the raccoons to create.

Hello everyone!  We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Mysterious Mud,” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!

Narrator: Male



Story Begins: 8:08



Mysterious Mud Excerpt:

Sunshine flowed into Dragon’s cave until the light stretched over to Dragon’s bed. Feeling the warmth, Dragon’s eyelids fluttered open. Dragon smiled, happy to see the sun after last night’s storm. Then Dragon sat up and stretched, wondering what to do today. Stepping outside the cave, Dragon saw puddles everywhere. With a little smile, Dragon hopped into one and began splashing the water all around. Hearing the commotion, three raccoons climbed down their tree curious to see what was going on. Finding Dragon splashing in the puddles, Rebel raccoon immediately began to giggle and hurried to join in. Rob and Riley quickly followed.

Today’s Meditation: Feel your muscles relax as you check in with your body from head to toe.

Looking for a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break? You'll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Naptime or Not?" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning



moments. You can search for stories by Learning Message, Character Type, or Narrator Type on our Episodes page. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our About page, or check out our FAQs.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

We hope your child loved “Mysterious Mud." We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is on Kinzoo Messenger!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is now part of the Kinzoo Messenger app as a special experience called a Path! In Kinzoo, Paths are unique interactive stories and engaging activities you can explore on your device. We've reimagined some of your favorite Be Calm on Ahway Island episodes as Paths on Kinzoo, providing a whole new way to experience our calming stories. It's like having a journey through Ahway Island right at your fingertips! Click here to find out more...

When Emily needs to go to the dentist, her dad and her brother Billy help calm her nerves.



Narrator: Female



Story Begins: 3:20



Cheery Checkup Excerpt:

It was a regular day on Ahway Island. It had just rained, and you could feel the dampness in the air. The wind slowly rustled across the grass. Looking out the window of their house, Billy and Emily watched the birds play in a puddle of water next to the tree in their front yard. Emily anxiously played with the bottom of her shirt as she watched a cardinal flutter her wings in the water.



Today was the day that Emily was going to the dentist. Emily fidgeted with her shirt, eventually tearing a small hole in it as she thought more and more about today’s visit. Billy looked over at his sister and watched her fingers run through the hole in her shirt. The dentist always made Emily nervous; she didn’t like it when anyone looked in her mouth.

Today’s Meditation: Love flows through you in this meditation as you imagine a baby fawn and mama deer.

Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you're not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?

Looking for a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break?  You'll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Nap Time or Not?" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

In the press:

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!



Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends "Be Calm on Ahway Island" as as one of "Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep."



SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!



Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

Thanks for tuning in to Ahway Island. We'll be back with more soon!