The Mysterious Box / A Christmas Story

Life by Cinthia Rylant / Story Time

In this episode, read by our elementary children, we share Life by Cynthia Rylant. This thoughtful story explores the many moments that make up a life, from everyday experiences to meaningful changes along the way. This reading invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and connect with the simple truths found in the story. It is a beautiful book to enjoy together, whether you are listening at home, in the classroom, or during a quiet moment of the day. Thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoy this story as much as we do. 🍊

The Mysterious Box / A Christmas Story

This episode features an original tangerine story, created and shared by our community. The children discover a mysterious box that arrives with no name, no sender, and many questions. Through curiosity, laughter, and teamwork, they learn that the most meaningful gifts are the ones we create together on Tangerine Minds 🍊

Hoodwinked - a Halloween Story / Story Time

This month on Tangerine Minds: Story Time, our elementary children share a Halloween favorite — Hoodwinked by Arthur Howard. 🧙‍♀️ Meet Mitzi, a little witch on a quest to find the perfect pet. Along the way, she discovers that true friendship is not about how someone looks, but about how happy and safe we feel when we are together. Tune in to enjoy this sweet and magical story, and stay tuned for our next episode!

How Pachamama Awoke / Story Time

A story told by children, for children—straight from our Montessori classroom.In this episode, we begin our school year with a tale that beautifully connects to our Montessori Great Lesson and the idea of Cosmic Education—a way to help children understand their place in the universe. 🌍 How Pachamama Awoke is a traditional story from the Quechua people of the Andes Mountains. It tells how Pachamama (Mother Earth) and Inti (Father Sun) worked together to bring life to our planet. Told in a gentle, child-friendly voice, this story reminds us that nature, warmth, and life are deeply connected—and that we are all part of something bigger. ✨ Let your children listen, learn, and wonder right along with us.

Story Time - The Big Race

In this special episode, we celebrate the Chinese New Year by sharing The Big Race, a captivating story from Chinese folklore that reveals the origins of the Chinese zodiac. Join us as we follow twelve unique animals on their adventurous race, each bringing its own strengths and clever strategies to the challenge. This tale is packed with fun, life lessons, and a touch of history, perfect for listeners of all ages. Tune in to discover which animal crossed the finish line first and what it all means! 🐭🐮🐯🐰 Don’t forget to follow and share 🍊