Story Time 015: A Chair For My Mother, by Vera B. Williams

Story Time 015: A Chair For My Mother, by Vera B. Williams

Story Time
STORY TIME! Everyone, gather around and listen to A Chair For My Mother by Vera B. Williams. This month's story is about turning adversity into joy. A young girl and her mother save coins in a jar in order to buy a big comfy chair to sit in after having lost all their possessions in a fire. I know that sounds like a bummer, but this is a really uplifting story that focuses on the joyful spirit of loving family and friends. The pictures in this book are fantastic! They are colorful and bright and make the story even more enjoyable.  It was the pictures that first attracted me to reading this book. I picked it up and took a look. After the first reading, it became a family favorite.…
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Story Time 014: DW The Picky Eater, by Marc Brown

Story Time 014: DW The Picky Eater, by Marc Brown

Story Time
It is time to snuggle up and enjoy DW The Picky Eater by Marc Brown, this month’s selection for the How To Life Story Time. Marc Brown is the creator of the Arthur series, a collection of books about Arthur, his sister DW and all of his friends and the adventures they have.  Arthur was also turned into a television series. Maybe you have seen it? The book I am reading today, DW The Picky Eater, was a favorite of all four of my children.  And honestly, it was one of my favorites to read as well. It still holds up! Did you have a sibling that wouldn’t eat anything and was a real pain? Maybe it was you? As you probably guessed, DW is that kid! I hope you…
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Story Time 013: Mice Twice! by Joseph Low

Story Time 013: Mice Twice! by Joseph Low

Story Time
It is storytime again, and this month I am reading, Mice Twice, by Joseph Low. This book is a classic about an over-confident cat who decides he would like to have his neighbor, Mouse, for dinner. Clever mouse stays one step ahead of Cat as they engage in a cat-and-mouse caper that doesn't end well for Cat. Take a break, or snuggle in for bed, and enjoy this amusing story where the little guy wins. There is a reason that Mice Twice, is a classic! Check out some of these other bedtime stories you might enjoy! You're Snug with Me The Rainbow Fish Miss Nelson is Missing Check out the visual version on YouTube! CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE HOW TO LIFE PODCAST AND HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE…
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Story Time 012: Guess How Much I Love You, by Sam McBratney

Story Time 012: Guess How Much I Love You, by Sam McBratney

Story Time
It is the first of the month which means it is time for another bonus episode of the How To Life podcast! Nothing to learn right now...it is storytime! Just a sweet, little story to relax to.  And it is a short one today, but with an important message. The book I am reading is called, Guess How Much I Love You, by Sam McBratney. Maybe you didn’t hear it enough when you were younger, or you haven’t heard it much lately, but you should know how very loved you are.  So, take a pause and let this message sink in. Did you catch last month's story? If not, CLICK HERE. This story and others are in audio form, too. To get that SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST. SUBSCRIBE to the MOMINARS…
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Story Time 011: Bedtime For Frances, by Russell Hoban

Story Time 011: Bedtime For Frances, by Russell Hoban

Story Time
Every month, I downshift on one day from putting out content to help take the fear out of adulting. Nothing to learn right now, all you have to do is just sit back or snuggle up and listen as I read you a story. Remember how fun that was?  This month’s story is Bedtime For Frances. Do you remember this one?  Were you the kid who stalled and did everything to stay up? Do you have any of your own who do this? Take a few minutes now to do nothing but listen to this cute story. Would you like to listen to the audio version of this story? You can by SUBSCRIBING TO THE PODCAST. Why not SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube channel to get more of these great stories…
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Story Time 010: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble, by William Steig

Story Time 010: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble, by William Steig

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  Have you ever made a wish without really thinking it through? This month's story is about just that.Sylvester finds a magic pebble that can make wishes come true. But when a lion frightens him on his way home, Sylvester makes a wish that brings unexpected results. Enjoy this sweet story, of love, hope, and gratitude. CLICK HERE to listen again and see the pictures. Would you like to hear more stories like this? Please SUBSCRIBE to the PODCAST! Check out my YouTube channel and SUBSCRIBE to the MOMINARS!
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Story Time 009: Stellaluna, by Janell Cannon

Story Time 009: Stellaluna, by Janell Cannon

Story Time
Once a month I read a story and a bonus episode. You never know what little treasure I will share with you. Today, I am going to read a lovely little story called, STELLALUNA, who is a baby fruitbat who gets lost but finds her way back home. It is a story about a mother’s love, friendship, and how our differences are just right for each of us. The pictures in this book are beautiful. You can listen to the story again and see the pictures on my YouTube Channel by CLICKING HERE CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE HOW TO LIFE PODCAST AND HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE HOW TO LIFE MOMINARS ON YOUTUBE
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Story Time 008: Owen, by Kevin Henkes

Story Time 008: Owen, by Kevin Henkes

Story Time
 It is time to take a break. Why? Because it is the first of the month and that means...Story Time! This month’s story is called, Owen, by Kevin Henkes. It’s an adorable story about a little boy who was told he was too old for his blankie. But if you love something, there is always a way to keep it near. Give what you love a hug. You can also listen to this story and see the pictures on my YouTube Channel, How To Life.  So sit back for 5 minutes and enjoy this sweet and happy story. Please SUBSCRIBE to the PODCAST! And SUBSCRIBE to the MOMINARS!
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Story Time 007: Miles of Smiles, by Karen Kaufman Orloff

Story Time 007: Miles of Smiles, by Karen Kaufman Orloff

Story Time
As we begin the halfway mark of 2021, I have a short, sweet little story that is sure to put a smile on your face. Take a break for a few minutes to listen to Miles of Smiles, by Karen Kaufman Orloff. It doesn't cost anything to share a smile with someone and you never know how something as small as that can make a difference in someone else's day. You can see the pictures and hear the story by clicking here! Don’t miss out on more great episodes! SUBSCRIBE to the Podcast You will also enjoy my quick tutorials on my YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE to the Mominars
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Story Time 006: I Am Too Absolutely Small For School, by Lauren Child

Story Time 006: I Am Too Absolutely Small For School, by Lauren Child

Story Time
It is the first of the month and I have another special addition storytime for you.  This is one of the story books from the Charlie and Lola series by Lauren Child.  Today's story is called I Am Too Absolutely Small For School. Big brother Charlie helps calm the fears of his funny, little sister, Lola, about the first day of school.  Tell me what you thought of the story? You can hear the stories on the podcast or listen and watch on my YouTube channel. Please make sure you SUBSCRIBE to the podcast! Need some other quick lessons on basic life skills? Please SUBSCRIBE to the Mominars
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