Storytime with Dad

Zap is no ordinary superhero. He's a zombie with green slimy skin, squeaky yellow boots, and a heart full of warmth! When a mysterious glow leads him deep into an enchanted forest, he teams up with a tiny firefly named Flick to find the Heart of the Forest before the light goes out forever.

The lesson: Sometimes the best superpowers are the most simple

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When Luma the lighthouse becomes afraid of the dark during a powerful Atlantic storm, a brave little puffin helps him discover that courage means shining even when you feel scared. This gentle children’s story about bravery, purpose, and resilience is perfect for family listening, bedtime routines, and teaching kids confidence through storytelling.

The lesson: Light will always extinguish the dark, and good always conquers evil.

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A gentle, heartwarming story about a capybara with a race car brain and the pig who becomes his very best friend when no one else knows how to play with him. Together, they discover that friendship doesn’t mean playing the same way, it means playing at your own speed.

The lesson: Time changes everything and we are all growing.

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After his brave cat disappears through a mysterious hedge, a cautious boy must leave his safe backyard to journey into the magical "Great Beyond." Along the way, he discovers that the things he feared are actually wonders in disguise, learning that the only way to find his dreams is to step into the unknown.

The lesson: Don't be afraid of the unknown, that's where your dreams are.

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Oliver really wants to teach his cat, Pickles, how to fetch like a dog, but Pickles has very different plans!

The lesson: The best things in life don't come easy.

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When Christmas morning arrives and there are no presents under the tree, a curious boy named Crowsy sets out to find answers. With dreams of a remote-control car still buzzing in his heart, Crowsy boards a magical airplane and journeys all the way to the North Pole to visit Santa himself. Along the way, he makes an unexpected friend, a wise and wonderful leopard.

The lesson: Christmas surprises aren’t always what we expect, but they’re often exactly what we need.

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Join Lloyd, a brave boy who dreams of becoming a ninja, as he trains with Master Wu. Lloyd wants to help recover his friend Zane's cookies from the town thief! This fun and silly adventure teaches kids about courage, hard work, and discipline even when things get hard.

The lesson: Keep trying even when you're not comfortable.

A magical kids’ story about Lumi, a brave young dragon who learns the importance of being trustworthy in small things (and big ones!) When Lumi is asked to guard a tiny emerald, her courage is tested by a mischievous storm troll and her own temptation to play instead of protect.

The lesson: If you can be trusted in small things, you can be trusted in big things.

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The dragons have a brilliant idea - build a house made entirely of tacos! But when their snacky habits and a spicy jalapeño disaster turn their dream home into a fiery mess, they’ll need a little magic (and a lot of teamwork) to rebuild. A funny, action-packed bedtime story for kids who love dragons, tacos, and silly surprises!

The lesson: Don't break your promises

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When young inventor Eli Carson is struck by a strange lightning storm, he gains amazing web-slinging powers and becomes Awesome Web Boy! But when a brilliant scientist named Dr. Voltage tries to “perfect” the city by destroying it, Eli must face his fear and save Brightvale before it’s too late. A fun, action-packed superhero story for kids who love adventure, courage, and imagination!

The lesson: Even if you're afraid, you can choose to keep going.

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