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Mr Morton's Barmy Book of Bonkers Bits: Funny Stories for Kids

by Shaun Morton

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About the show

Funny stories for kids, ridiculous facts and big adventures, all told by Mr Morton with warmth, wit and plenty of silliness. Mr Morton’s Barmy Book of Bonkers Bits is a children’s podcast packed with silly audio stories, strange characters, curious questions and facts that may or may not be true. From original adventures to the Aisle of Totally Ridiculous and Possibly Not True, there’s always something wonderfully bonkers around the corner. Made for curious kids and families who like their storytelling funny, imaginative and just a little bit chaotic. Visit the bookshop: MrMortonsBarmyBook.