Stories From Around the World: Lemi's Tales for Kids Podcast
Stories from Around the World: Lemi's Tales for Kids Podcast takes young listeners on a global journey through bedtime stories, folk tales, and mythology from diverse cultures. Each episode shares cultural legends and fables that teach kindness and courage, perfect for car rides, classroom listening, homeschooling, or calm bedtime routines. The podcast aims to spark imagination and wonder with educational adventures from around the world.
Episodes
Anansi and the Talking Watermelon | A West African Tale
Pack your bags, explorers! Today we’re heading to West Africa to meet a very hungry, very clever spider named Anansi. When Anansi eats a little too much watermelon and gets stuck, he has to use his best jokes to trick an Elephant, a Hippo, and even a King to get free. Get ready for a story full of giggles and a very cheeky trickster!This story is a traditional Anansesem (spider story) from the Aka
Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky | A Nigerian Tale
Have you ever wondered why the Sun and Moon stay way up in the sky? Long ago, they lived right here on Earth in a cozy house with a garden!In today’s adventure, Lemi takes us to Eastern Nigeria to hear a famous Efik folk tale about a very big friendship. When the Sun invites his best friend, the Water, over for a visit, he doesn't realize just how many family members the Water is bringing alon
The Joy of Eid
In this episode of Lemi’s Tales, the "Magic Map" takes us back to the Golden Village to celebrate Eid. Join our friends Amira and Zayd as they wake up to a morning filled with sparkly new clothes, delicious honey treats, and a very special "Moon-Balloon."But when they meet a new neighbor named Omar who’s sitting all alone, they discover the real magic of the holiday isn't just
The Sharing Tree: A Ramadan Story
Join us on a journey to a golden desert village to discover the secret of the "Sharing Tree!" In this theatrical tale, siblings Amira and Zayd learn that Ramadan is about more than just waiting for the sun to go down, it’s about having a "Superhero Heart." When Zayd meets a tired traveler under the giant Date Palm, he discovers a magical secret: the more you give, the more you have
The Ghosts Who Stole Shoes: A South Korean Seollal Story | Lemi’s Tales
In this episode of Lemi’s Tales, we travel to the snowy mountains of South Korea to celebrate Seollal, the Korean New Year. Your little explorers will meet Min-jun, a clever boy with a beautiful pair of new blue shoes, and the Yagwanggwi, the "Glow-in-the-Dark Ghosts" who love to borrow footwear but aren't very good at math!. It’s a funny, slightly spooky, and heartwarming story that t
The Legend of the Rice Cakes: A Vietnamese Tết Story | Lemi’s Tales
Pack your bags, little explorers! Today, Lemi’s magic map takes us to the beautiful land of Vietnam to celebrate Tết, the Vietnamese New Year.In this episode, we meet Prince Lang Lieu, a humble farmer who enters a royal contest to become the next King. While his seventeen brothers travel far and wide to find gold and jewels, Lang Lieu discovers a magical secret in a dream: the most precious treasu
The Story of the Chinese Zodiac: The Great Race | Lemi’s Tales
Why are the years named after animals? And why is 2026 the Year of the Horse? Join us in this magical finale of our Chinese New Year series! In today’s episode, we travel back to Ancient China to witness The Great Race. When the Jade Emperor decides to name the years of the calendar, he challenges all the animals in the kingdom to a race across a wide, rushing river.
The Legend of the Demon Sui: The Story of Red Envelopes | Lemi’s Tales
Welcome back, explorers! Today, we go back to ancient China to uncover the magical mystery behind the bright red envelopes of Chinese New Year. Have you ever wondered why children receive Hongbao? It’s not just about the gift inside. It’s a legend of protection! In this episode, we learn about the sneaky, tip-toeing Demon Sui who only comes out on New Year’s Eve. Discover how a brave family, a pie
The Legend of Monster Nian: A Chinese New Year Story | Lemi’s Tales
Why do we wear red and light fireworks for Lunar New Year? In our premiere episode of Stories from Around the World: Lemi’s Tales for Kids Podcast, we travel to ancient China to meet Monster Nian. Discover how a village used bright colors and loud sounds to scare away a legendary beast! This 10-minute folk tale for kids is the perfect way to learn about Chinese traditions and cultural history.
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