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The Sticky-Sticky Pine-Storytelling Podcast for Kids-Ages 4-10
A tale from Japan about a poor woodcutter who mends the broken branches of a pine tree and is rewarded for his kindness. A lovely story to encourage kindness not just to one another but to all of nature. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes) We have suspended our Patreon platform for now. But, you can receive all of this month's coloring sheets by signing up for my newsletter and you will also receive some terrific resources for raising kids who LOVE to read. Sing up for...
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Well, today's episode is a tale from Japan and it's about a pine tree and a very kind
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- 11 harder words (B2 and up) in the whole episode.
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What is your favourite kind of tree? Maybe it's an oak tree or a silver birch tree? Perhaps it's a maple tree or a pine tree? Can you explain why it's your favourite tree and what do you like most about trees?
Hello everyone, I'm Kathleen Pally. Welcome to Journey With Story. I don't know about you, but I love all kinds of trees. And I think I would find it hard to say which one was my favourite because I really do love all of them. I love how they give you shade and how their leaves rustle like whispers in the wind and they look so graceful and gentle.
Well, today's episode is a tale from Japan and it's about a pine tree and a very kind young woodcutter. Before we begin, a huge thanks to Ethan, age six, who recently sent us his wonderful drawing inspired by our episode of The Cat and the Parrot.
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