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Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs

by Peter G. Reynolds

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The Floor is Lava!

November 5, 2023 · 4 min

The mission was simple, or so it was said - just get from the couch to your big fluffy bed. But the floor was lava, as hot as the sun. If you touched it at all, you were dead. You were done! This fun, rhyming story has all the excitement…
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October 19, 2022 · 3 min

Everyone knows what a Witch is, but have you heard of her sisters, What and Who? They’re even more terrible. This spooky, rhyming poem is perfect for witches and warlocks of all ages. And don’t worry if you haven’t heard of What and Who…
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My Friends

December 27, 2021 · 3 min

If all your friends were the same, how boring would that be? "My Friends" is a fun, rhyming poem that celebrates the diversity of friendship. Perfect for buddies, pals, mates and besties of all ages. If you're enjoying the podcast…
Officer Pain

November 29, 2021 · 3 min

Ever wonder how your brain knows you have a boo-boo? That's Officer Pain. He has a busy job trying to keep you safe. He's not very popular, but he doesn't mind. This rhyming poem is perfect for anyone who's ever had an owie or an ouchie…
The Typewriter (Halloween Episode)

October 23, 2021 · 4 min

Somewhere, in the dark, lives an old typewriter made of bones. With it you can write any story, except those with happy endings. This rhyming Halloween tale may be too spooky for very young ghosts and ghouls. Listener discretion is…
Shadow of Doubt

August 31, 2021 · 2 min

Have you ever heard that little voice, the one that says, "You can't"? That's the voice of Doubt. It can be sneaky, but you do have an ally to help defeat it. Find out who it is in this short rhyming story. I have no doubt you'll enjoy…
The Unbearable Itch

August 31, 2021 · 4 min

A young bear searches the forest, desperate to rid himself of an unbearable itch. What he finds is a magical place that all bears dream of. This silly rhyming story is perfect for children of all ages or anyone who's had an itch they…
Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go?

July 12, 2021 · 4 min

This episode is a reading of my picture book, Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go? Can Griffin find his dog and his ball? Find out as he explores a magical world that contains all lost things. It won't be easy, the Hallway doesn't like…
Mess Monster Rap!

June 13, 2021 · 3 min

In this special musical episode, I collaborate with Toronto musician Bloo Burds to create a rap version of the story "Mess Monster". Can a child defeat his own mess before it devours him? Listen to find out. It's perfect for messy or neat…

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About the show

If you're looking for a podcast, but can't find the right one, I have some good news, your search is now done. There are poems and stories and songs that are great. It's perfect for children, ages two until eight. The poems are sweet and all filled with laughter. The stories end well. Happily ever after. So be sure to subscribe and begin to explore. And please don’t forget, there’ll always be more. | Musings and other Nonsense is a children's podcast of whimsical stories, poems and songs. It's perfect at bedtime, car rides or anytime laughter is needed. Please visit www.storiesbypeter.com. | To help cover our production costs, you can support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1359475/support