Swampy Stories for Kids

The Florida Swamp Race

Crazy Crane hosts a wild race across Paynes Prairie Preserve to find the fastest land animal in Florida. From explosive starts to unexpected distractions, this Swampy Games showdown is full of surprises. 🎙️ Featuring voices from my son and my sister as part of our growing storytelling crew. Want to join the next adventure? Head to swampystories.com and collaborate with us.   Based on location: Paynes Praire Preserve 100 Savannah Blvd, Micanopy, FL 32667

Whirpool Woopsie

The Bird Gang sets off across Lake George in a mysterious invention… but when they ignore a warning, they’re pulled into a spinning whirlpool and swept deep into Florida’s underground caves. Along the way, your child will help make decisions, solve problems, and explore how real Florida springs work. An interactive adventure that turns listening time into thinking time. 🌿 Ages 4–8 🎧 Inspired by real Florida nature   Based on location: Silver Glen Springs 5271 N Highway 19 Fort McCoy, Florida 32134

The Magic Acorn

In this fun 'magic school bus' inspired story - the florida bird friends find themselves exploring the tiny world hidden around them.   Want to create an episode with us? message me at manuel@swmapystories.com [manuel@swmapystories.com]   Based on location: Tucker Ranch Recreation and Nature Complex 100 Avalon Rd, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Silver Springs Showdown

Looking for a story your kids will love that also teaches something real about the natural world? In this episode of Swampy Stories, children travel into the wild landscapes of Florida where curious characters, surprising animals, and playful adventures turn real science into unforgettable stories. Designed for children ages 4–10, Swampy Stories blends imagination with real ecological facts from places like Florida’s springs, wetlands, and forests. Along the way, kids discover how animals survive, how ecosystems work, and why nature is worth protecting. Parents appreciate Swampy Stories because each short episode: • Encourages curiosity about nature • Introduces real animals and environments • Includes interactive moments that invite kids to participate • Reinforces positive character lessons like listening, honesty, and stewardship • Offers a screen-free activity perfect for car rides, bedtime, or quiet time These stories are designed to spark conversations after the episode ends — whether it’s about wildlife, outdoor exploration, or the simple wonder of the natural world. If your family enjoys Magic School Bus–style adventures with a Florida twist, Swampy Stories will quickly become part of your listening routine. 🎧 Listen together and then head outside — the real adventure might be waiting in your own backyard.   Based on location: Silver Springs State Park 5656 E Silver Springs Blvd, Silver Springs, FL 34488

Raining Iguanas

This story introduces kids to the concept of invasive species, Iguana's going stiff during South Florida cold fronts, Sandhill Cranes migrating south from Canada, and much more!   Based on location: Oleta River State Park 3400 NE 163rd St, North Miami Beach, FL 33160