🍜 The Kang Brothers and the Invention of Noodles 🍜 Learn how the three fun-loving Kang brothers created noodles, one of China's most famous inventions! 🇨🇳✨ This colorfully redesigned edition also includes a bilingual Chinese translation. 🈶️ The three creative Kang brothers (Ting, Pan, and Kùai) discover many of China’s famous inventions in the series Amazing Chinese Inventions. 📚✨ Mama Kang needs her sons’ help to make her famous dumplings for the annual cooking contest. 🥟👩‍🍳 But this year, the Kang brothers play with the dough, and before long, long strips of dough fly everywhere! 🍝🚀 With no time left, the family brings only the strings of boiled flour. 🍲🥢 The village always expects Mama's delicious dish to win. Will this new recipe wow the judges, or will the three boys find themselves in hot water? 🏆😅 The story includes an author’s note on the history of noodles and a delicious noodle recipe, perfect for eating with chopsticks! 🥢🍜 This fanciful blend of fact and imagination brings Asian culture to life for young readers. 🌏💫 Children will love the bright, bold artwork, created in the traditional Chinese style of hand-cut, colored paper. 🎨📜 Parents will enjoy the ingenuity of the Kang brothers, who teach a thing or two about inventiveness. 🤔💡 Teachers and librarians will appreciate the historical references and the bilingual translation in simplified Chinese, ideal for language classes, programs, and schools. 🏫📖 “Compestine’s almost tongue-in-cheek tale is a nearly unbeatable combination of slapstick humor, fast pace, and food.” 😄🍜🍽️ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🌍 Anansi the Trickster 🕷️✨ Award-winning author Taiye Selasi reimagines the much-loved West African trickster tale for a new generation. 🌟 "Allow me to introduce myself." But he needed no introduction. "Anansi the spider!" said Anansi the boy. "The tales were true!" 🕷️💫 "Traditional tales are always true," the spider answered, laughing. "Nothing lasts so long as truth, nor travels quite so far." 📜🌍 Kweku has grown up hearing stories of the mischievous spider Anansi. 🧑‍🦱🕷️ Nicknamed "Anansi" by his father for his cheeky ways, Kweku embarks on a holiday to visit his beloved Grandma in Ghana. 🇬🇭🌴 There, Anansi the spider and Anansi the boy meet and discover a magical pot that can be filled with anything they wish. 🍲✨ Anansi fills it again and again with his favorite red-red stew, eating so much he feels sick. 😷 Will he learn the importance of sharing this wonderful gift? 🤔🍽️ This charming retelling teaches children about the dangers of greed and the power of kindness. ❤️ Tinuke Fagborun's colorful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life! 🎨🌟 At the end, readers can learn more about the origins of Anansi folktales. 📚🌍 This beautiful storybook will be a treasure for young readers. 🧸💖 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🌟 The Magic Gourd 🌟 Coretta Scott King Honor author/artist presents a magical tale from Mali about a gourd that can fill itself with whatever its owner desires—and a powerful lesson about generosity. 🍲💧 In a land suffering from drought and famine, Rabbit rescues Brother Chameleon from a thorny bush. 🐰🌿 Grateful for the help, Chameleon rewards Rabbit with a magical gourd that always stays full of food and water. 🍎💦 But soon, a greedy king steals the gourd, hoping to use it to make gold and gather food for himself. 👑💰🐍 Using his cleverness, Rabbit recovers the gourd but leaves plenty behind for the King. 🐰✨ Surprised by Rabbit's kind act, the king begins to understand the true value of generosity and friendship. 🤝💖 The story’s exciting illustrations in bright ceramic plates, bowls, and sculpture practically dance off the pages! 🎨🖼️ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🐷 The (Ahem—Four!) Little Pigs 🏠 Meet the three (ahem—four!) little pigs as they convince the narrator to tell their story just a bit differently! 🙋‍♂️ First up, there’s Alan, the pig who’s actually a builder. He’s got a BIG problem with the idea of building a home out of flimsy straw! 🏗️🚧 Next, meet Alfred, the pig who dreams of being an actor and wouldn’t dream of getting his hooves dirty. 🎭✨ Then, there’s Alvin, whose dream is to be...a pumpkin! 🎃 Yes, you read that right! And finally, we have Alison, the fourth pig who’s ready to add some flair to this story. If only she can get the narrator to agree to a few changes... 💃🎤 But wait—what about that pesky wolf? 🐺 Get ready for a rollicking retelling of the classic tale, with jetpacks, laughter, and plenty of surprises! 🚀🌟 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🪁 The Story of Kites 🐉 Discover the fun and exciting story of how the three creative Kang brothers invented one of China’s most famous inventions: the kite! 🌟 This colorful edition includes a bilingual Chinese translation, making it a perfect read for young learners. 📚🇨🇳 The three mischievous and inventive brothers—Ting, Pan, and Kùai—are on a mission to save their rice harvest from the hungry birds. But no matter what they try, nothing works! 😕 Then, a brilliant idea strikes! 💡 What if they could make something that flies to scare the birds away? And so, they begin experimenting with paper, straw, and feathers, testing their creations, including flying themselves! 🪁✂️ The story follows their journey to invent the first kite, blending fun with learning! 🌟 Along the way, readers will also discover a note on the history of kites and even instructions to make your very own! 🎨✨ This charming blend of fact and imagination brings Chinese culture to life for young readers. 🎉 The bright artwork, inspired by traditional Chinese cut-paper art, will captivate children, while the cleverness of the Kang brothers teaches everyone a thing or two about ingenuity! 🧠🌏 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

✨ The Golden Sandal 👡🌟 Poor Maha! 😔 Her jealous stepmother makes her do all the housework 🧹, while her selfish stepsister lounges about 💅. With her father away fishing 🎣, Maha has no one to help or comfort her. But everything changes when she finds a magical red fish 🐟. Grateful for his life, the fish promises to help Maha whenever she calls for him 🧞‍♂️. One night, Maha is forbidden to attend a grand henna celebration 🎉 for the wedding of a wealthy merchant’s daughter 💍. But the fish is true to his word, and his magic sets off a series of wonderful events ✨. Maha’s happiness is restored, and a dainty golden sandal 👡 is the key to her new life. 💫 A story of kindness, magic, and a beautiful transformation, reminding us that even the smallest act of kindness can lead to something truly special. 💖 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

The Amazing Fruit Tree 🌳🍎 In the heart of a dry, barren land, all the animals were hungry and longing for something to eat. 🐘🐅🐒 But right in the middle of this parched land stood a magnificent tree, bursting with plump, juicy fruits. 🍏🍎 The animals tried everything they could think of to get the fruits to fall – they shook the tree with all their might, but no matter how hard they tried, the fruits stayed firmly in place. 🌳 Desperate, the animals decided to ask Tortoise 🐢 for help, known for his cleverness and wisdom. But they believed that only the biggest, strongest animals 💪 could handle such an important task. So, one by one, the largest creatures set off on the journey. First, Elephant 🐘 and Water Buffalo 🦬 went together, stomping through the land, but they returned empty-handed, unable to reach the fruits. Then Rhino 🦏, Giraffe 🦒, and Zebra 🦓 tried their best, but they, too, came back defeated. Finally, Lion 🦁 and Leopard 🐆, the fiercest of all, ventured to Tortoise 🐢 for the answer—but would they be able to succeed where the others had failed? In the end, Tortoise 🐢 proved that sometimes the smallest, most thoughtful creatures have the most powerful solutions. 💡 The animals learned that size doesn’t always determine success—wisdom, patience, and resourcefulness can be far more important. 🌟 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

Where Jamaica Go? 🌞 Jamaica is on an exciting adventure! She explores the vibrant sights and sounds of her colorful world, from going downtown to beachcombing and even enjoying a fun ride home with Daddy. Along the way, Jamaica encounters new places, faces, and experiences that capture the joy of exploring her surroundings. 🌴 Highlights of Jamaica’s Journey: Downtown Adventure 🏙️: Jamaica takes a trip to the lively, bustling downtown, where there’s always something new to discover! Beachcombing Fun 🌊: The sand, the waves, and all the treasures the beach has to offer—Jamaica enjoys a fun-filled day of exploring. Home with Daddy 🚗: After a day full of excitement, Jamaica rides home with Daddy, making memories together. Through Jamaica's journey, children can learn about the joy of exploring new places, appreciating the beauty around them, and cherishing moments with loved ones. This story is filled with fun, warmth, and the spirit of adventure! 🌞 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🎒 Little Red’s Wild Ride 🐺 Little Red is a rule-follower. So when the narrator tells her to grab her basket and head to Grandma’s, she doesn’t hesitate—she loves her Grandma! ❤️🏠 But things get weird fast. None of the characters are who they’re supposed to be! 🤔📖 Between bizarre fill-in characters 🐷🐸, confusing instructions, and an epic battle 🍎⚔️, Little Red’s journey is anything but ordinary. Will she ever make it to Grandma’s house? And who—or what—will she find when she gets there? Ding-dong! 🛎️ Get ready to laugh your way through this delightfully twisted fairy tale! 😂✨ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

🪨 Ricky the Rock Who Couldn’t Roll Join a group of lovable rocks on their heartwarming and hilarious journey to help their friend Ricky, who can’t roll like the others. 🪨💖 From pebbles to boulders, the rocks try everything they can to help Ricky, who is flat on one side. When they come together to help him, will they find a way for Ricky to roll? 🛠️✨ This touching story teaches about teamwork, perseverance, and the power of friendship, with a delightful twist at the end when Ricky finally rolls for the first time! 🌟💨 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content