We've all experienced it:  lying in bed and you just can't fall asleep.  It can seem like our feet are full of fireworks or our head's full of fizz, just like for Tiny Mouse.  The key to conking out quickly?  Get the right advice from the right family member, especially if it comes in the form of a song! Grab your own copy of the book below to read along with us, and if you enjoy the show, please consider becoming a supporter on Patreon. Bedtime for Tiny Mouse --- This episode is...

We've all heard Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site, but what do all those big trucks and cranes do during the day?  They probably build things, sure.  But what about when they have to clear the way for something new?  Well that's what happens in today's story, Construction Site Mission:  Demolition! So get ready for a lot of crazy explosion and wrecking ball sound effects.  And maybe adjust the volume down a notch if you need to. :) Grab your own copy at the link below to read along...

When a cap peddler decides to nap under a tree, he wakes up to find all of his caps have been stolen...by monkeys!  See how he deals with their monkey business in this classic children's book. Grab your own copy at the link below, and follow along with us! Caps for Sale --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-bookmarked-podcast/support

Join the Cat in the Hat on another fun adventure, this time as he guides us through our solar system in the wobble-dy-wordy way that only a Dr. Seuss Library book can!   Learn about the planets, the sun, and the moon - it's not a lesson you'll be forgetting soon! Grab your own copy at the link below, and if you'd be so kind, please consider supporting the show on Patreon! There's No Place Like Space! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

Ever had a terrible day?  What about a horrible one?  We've all been there:  no matter how hard we try, nothing seems to go right at all.  Well, in today's episode, Alexander has everything go wrong, turning his day into a terrible, horrible, no good...well, you get the idea. :) Here's hoping you're having a better day than Alexander! Grab your own copy at the link below and read along with us!  And if you'd be so kind, please consider becoming a supporting listener, either here or on our...

You've heard about Hogwarts for Wizards, but where do dragons learn how to dragon their best?  Well, let's find out with Zog the dragon, as he goes through years of training in dragon school.  Will he become everything he hopes to be?  Or will someone help him find his true calling along the way?  Find out, in this fun-filled, rhyming episode! And a huge thank you to Kenny and his kiddos Walker and Carter for requesting this one!  If you'd like to become a supporting listener like Kenny,...

When a circus ship sinks in the ocean and the animals wash ashore, will a sleepy little town welcome them - and will they have to work for the circus anymore?   Find out, in this fun rhyming read by Chris Van Dusen. Be sure to grab your own copy here to read along with us!  And if you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon.  Thanks! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:...

Being a new sibling is tough, unless you have a helpful older brother to fill you in on life.  Listen as Aaron imparts his big-brotherly wisdom to his newborn sister, Mandy! Be sure to grab your own copy from the author's website, and read along with us! And if you enjoy these performances of your favorite books, please consider becoming a supporting listener on Patreon.  Thank you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

What happens when George gets a little too curious and eats a delicious-looking puzzle piece?  He may just have to take a trip to the doctor... Enjoy this fun new episode, and if you happen to have pets at home, you can probably relate to this episode a little too well.   Grab a copy at the link below for you and your family, and read along with us!  And please consider supporting us on Patreon so we can do more fun reads of more fun stories.  Thank you! Curious George Goes to the...

Elmer is the life of the party among his herd of elephants, but does he stand out too much, he wonders?  Maybe it'd be better if he just tried to blend in a little more.  Let's see which way works best - both for himself and his herd! Grab your own copy below to read along with us, and if you're enjoying the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon.  Thank you! Elmer by David McKee --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-bookmarked-podcast/support

What happens when the Panda protagonist doesn't have a problem for the narrator to help solve?  Will the story turn on...the narrator himself?   Find out, in this funny children's book by Deborah Underwood! Grab your own copy below to read along with us, and please consider supporting more fun stories for kids as a patron on Patreon! The Panda Problem --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:...

Have you ever wondered how a whole band makes it to perform at the show on time?  Well, wonder no more!  It's all thanks to the magic (and horn-honking-musical-ability) of Dan, the Taxi Man. Get ready to "sing" along and make some goofy musical noises for each and every instrument in this fun read by Eric Ode, with the colorful illustrations of Kent Culotta.   Grab your own copy at the link below, and read along with us!  And if you'd be so kind, please consider supporting us on Patreon....

Anyone hungry for some pasta?  How about an infinite supply of it?   Well, if you're not ready for noodles overflowing the pages, then you might not want to dive into this classic Caldecott Medal Winner! Find out what happens when Strega Nona, the Grandma Witch of Calabria, leaves her magic pasta pot in the hands of the careless Big Anthony.  When things go awry, can Big Anthony clean up his mess?  This is truly Mission: In Pasta Bowl. Grab your own copy below to read along with us!  And if...

Sure, it seems like Giraffes have it all figured out, but have you ever considered how self-conscious they might be about the length of their necks?  Well, it can be a real problem... Grab your own copy below to read along with us, and if you feel so inclined, please consider supporting us on Patreon.  Thank you! Giraffe Problems --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast:...

What happens when a box of overworked crayons decide they've had enough?  Sounds like they're going on strike - and they've given their owner written notice.  Check it all out in this episode's fun story! Grab your own copy at the link below to read along with us, and if you enjoy the show, please consider becoming a supporting listener either on anchor.fm or at our Patreon page. The Day the Crayons Quit --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

In this classic story about telling the truth, Brother and Sister Bear have to learn the impact that "making up a whopper" can have on your family...but it's never too late to learn to tell the truth! Grab your own copy at the link below to follow along, and please consider supporting us on Patreon! The Berenstain Bears and The Truth --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-bookmarked-podcast/support

When Pete the Cat has an especially sad day, will the COOL, BLUE, MAGIC sunglasses help him turn it around?  Check out this latest episode to find out! Grab your own copy at the link below to follow along.  And if you enjoy the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon.   Thank you! Pete the Cat and His Magic Sunglasses

In this fun little book, Petey Possum tries to be so many other animals. But what about just being...himself? Grab your own copy at the link below to read along with us, and a huge thank you to Virginia More for reaching out to me to read her book. It was an honor to bring it to life. I hope I did it justice! And if you feel so inclined, please consider supporting us on Patreon. :) Awesome Possum-bilities

Have you ever wondered what a Good Good Father is like? Find out, in this wonderful little book by Chris Tomlin! Grab your own copy below to read along with us! And if you enjoy these episodes, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Thank you so much! Good Good Father for Little Ones

Once you're finished winkin', and blinkin', and nodding off to sleep, what do Winken, Blinken, and Nod do? Follow them, on a crazy adventure of dreamlike proportions! And again, a special Happy Birthday shout-out to McKenzie on her 10th birthday! I hope it's an abundantly blessed one! If you and your kiddos enjoyed this episode or any of our episodes, please consider supporting us on Patreon. And grab your own copy below to follow along! Winken, Blinken, and Nod

In this fun little children's book, find out what happens when Mali More pays more attention to her gifts than to the people giving them. A great lesson for kids - and healthy reminder for all of us - to focus on what's most important. This was a fun one to read, and I'm so glad a friend of mine recommended (and shipped it) to me. Enjoy! If you enjoy this show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. And grab your own copy of the book below to read along with us! Happy Birthday...

Listen in to this fun episode about a certain hippopotamus, who hiccupped quite-a-lotamus! With it's goofy word-play and rhyme scheme, this colorful little book is super fun for young children. Will the Hiccupotamus overcome his hiccups? Or will the rest of the animals just have to keep dealing with him? Find out, in this fun book by Aaron Zenz! Grab your own copy at the link below to read along with us! And if you've enjoyed the show, please consider supporting us on Patreon. Thank...

What happens when Mercy Watson, that loveable pig-in-a blanket, gets her owners into a pickle? Will she be able to save their bacon? Find out in this longer-than-usual episode featuring chapters for slightly older readers. Grab your own copy at the link below and read along with us! And please consider supporting us through our growing community on Patreon. Thank you! Mercy Watson to the Rescue