Big Giant Book is a musical storytelling podcast for children featuring all original tales and tunes. Perfect for bedtime stories, playtime stories, car ride stories, and everything in between!
It's nighttime in the forest, but Little Sparrow isn't sleepy. He wishes he could go for a nighttime fly like the owls, take a nighttime stroll like Fluffy Skunk, or have a nighttime meal like the baby bunnies. He wishes he could do anything but go to bed! Will Little Sparrow ever snuggle in and fall asleep?In this dreamy bedtime story, children will enjoy imagining along with Little Sparrow. Listen along for acoustic guitar, flute, clarinet, soprano saxophone, and mandolin. And enjoy a little bonus music at the end for this extra-sleepy tale.We'll see you in a couple weeks for another tale! (The next story we share will be our last episode for Season Two. Season Three premieres mid-January!)Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
11/18/24 • 17:00
Knock, knock, knock! Who could that be? Open up the door.... "Trick or Treat!" All the little animals on Pumpkin Street are dressed in their Halloween costumes for a night of trick-or-treating. Superheroes, fairies, firefighters - even a chef. Join in the fall fun!Enjoy a fun new bonus video version of this story on our YouTube channel later this week!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
10/21/24 • 07:29
Autumn in the enchanted Sweet Creek Kingdom brings all sorts of magic, including the simple magic of Sally Squirrel's favorite tradition: acorn soup. Sally dreams of making a batch of magical soup to share with all her friends. When her special plan is interrupted by a competitive neighbor, Sally wonders if her soup is really magical after all. Tune in to see how it all unfolds!This story features tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, mandolin, acoustic guitar, percussion, and flute. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
10/6/24 • 31:28
Lester and Clover are pen pals and the best of friends. This autumn, they write each other letters about the school bus, orange leaves, pumpkins, and... a great big meow-velous surprise!If you love this story, be sure to check out our other Lester and Clover pen pals tale: Faraway Friends (linked below)!https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/episodes/13192206-faraway-friends-a-pen-pals-story-for-kidsStories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
9/17/24 • 13:17
When Katie Minstrel tosses a pinecone into the enchanted Indigo Sea, the sea seems to toss the pinecone right back to her! Katie soon realizes she's not alone as a magical new friend joins her in this sparkling fairytale. If you loved this mermaid fairytale, please share it with a friend!We'll be back in two weeks with a brand new story. As always, we hope you have a lot of fun on your big giant day!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
9/3/24 • 16:46
The blackberries are ripe and sweet and the sun is shining all day long - it sure feels like summer! We couldn't let this fun season pass us by without sharing the final installment of the Walk and Talk song series. Join Rachel and Joey as we take a summertime walk and talk and notice all the seasonal changes. What signs of summer do you notice in your neighborhood? We'll be back in two weeks with a brand new story. As always, we hope you have a lot of fun on your big giant day!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
8/19/24 • 08:18
It's a music party! I wonder who's coming to play? Tune in for a groovy music party, a special character interview with Cousin Flossie, and five fantastic facts about rabbits.If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
8/12/24 • 10:47
Bunny Rabbit is thumping his feet with excitement: Cousin Flossie is coming for a visit today! He can't wait to show her all of his favorite things in the meadow. There's the willow tree, the hollow tunnel log, a fresh patch of clover... so much to see and do. What could possibly go wrong on such a fun summertime day? Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
8/5/24 • 14:25
This peaceful sleep story includes extra relaxing bonus music, including over four minutes of instrumental guitar after the story ends. This fully re-recorded and extended version of "The Lemon Yellow Kite" is perfect for slumber!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
7/1/24 • 17:16
After last week's seafaring cat and crab tale, we just had to dive right in and explore some purrfectly fantastic facts about cats! We also share "The C Song", some funny (and punny) jokes, and a seaside Silly Story. Rachel's story recommendation: Bonnie the Bumblebee https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/15099036-bonnie-the-bumblebeeJoey's story recommendation:Blackberry Black Bearhttps://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/13440915-blackberry-black-bearStories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
6/24/24 • 12:06
Let's set sail! Garnet the crab wants to feel what it's like to be a sailor, so she joins Carla the sailor cat for a seafaring adventure. Joey plays sea shanties on the melodica in this story.If you loved this episode, please leave us a rating in your preferred app! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
6/17/24 • 14:44
What happens when crabs outgrow their shells? How do crabs communicate? And what does a mermaid make for a bedtime snack? Let's explore all this and more in today's Big Giant Book Club episode (including a favorite: the "I Found a Sound" game)!If you love these episodes, please share with a friend! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
6/10/24 • 09:50
In this dreamy bedtime story, a sleepy crab and a curious mermaid visit a special sandcastle at sunset. The crab has a nice snooze... but the mermaid has a different plan! This story is perfect for bedtime. We hope you love it as much as we do! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
6/3/24 • 12:27
Which vegetable is actually a flower? What do some daisies have in common with a candy bar? And just how big is the rose family? B-b-buzz on in to find out! Plus, enjoy a new original tune inspired by bumblebees and the letter B. We hope you have a lot of fun with this Big Giant Book Club episode! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
5/27/24 • 09:01
Let's head to the Sweet Creek Kingdom for a buzzy little tale! On this springtime day, the poppy patch is bustling with excited bumblebees. They're all looking forward to a fun race with the fairies - all, that is, except for one bumblebee named Bonnie. Bonnie would rather not race at all! This story features acoustic guitar, mandolin, and chimes. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
5/20/24 • 10:37
Where do bumblebees like to sleep? How do bumblebees stay cool? And what exactly does "tempo" mean? We explore all this and more in this springtime-themed Big Giant Book Club episode!Join us for a new original song, fantastic facts about bumblebees, and a Silly Story.Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
5/13/24 • 11:15
Busy buzzing bees, sweet flowering bushes, tiny creeping ants - these are all signs of SPRING! Join us for a new walk and talk with a brisk spring tempo as we observe the springtime changes in the neighborhood. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
5/6/24 • 08:38
Splash on over for a brand new seashore song! Plus, learn five fantastic facts about sea stars and enjoy a silly little tale where funny animals set sail. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
4/22/24 • 09:56
Not all stars live in the sky! In this story, a lucky little sea star lives at the seashore among the crabs, seagulls, and washing waves. She meets some special visitors and helps make a sweet wish come true. In this gentle story, Joey plays the acoustic guitar and shakers. Tune in next week for even more sea star magic during our Big Giant Book Club episode!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
4/15/24 • 13:02
A sunny guest pops by from the Sweet Creek Kingdom for a magical interview during today's Big Giant Book Club episode! We also play with rhythm, learn about horses' incredibly huge eyes, and enjoy a Silly Story.Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
4/8/24 • 12:52
Madeline has been dreaming of this day for a very long time and it's finally here: the annual Unicorn Crossing! Join the Baker family as they travel to the magical seaside celebration and discover all the special music that Madeline finds along the way. In this story, Joey plays the mandolin, acoustic guitar, cajón, chimes, snare drum with brushes, tongue drum, recorder, and glockenspiel.Last March, we shared our first-ever Sweet Creek Kingdom story called "Madeline and the Mandolin". In this story, Madeline first dreams of going to the annual Unicorn Crossing. Listen at the link below!https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/12384714-madeline-and-the-mandolin Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
4/1/24 • 19:32
Join us for a colorful new song about that magical sight at the end of a rainy day: the rainbow! Plus, learn five fantastic facts about earthworms, guess the instruments from our "On a Rainy Day" story, and enjoy a Silly Story where it rains in the oddest of places. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
3/25/24 • 13:55
What if you were a frog on a rainy day? What would you do? How would you feel? This music-filled story is all about imagining what a delightfully rainy day would feel like from different perspectives. Splash, splosh, jump! "On a Rainy Day" features melodica, metal clarinet, tenor saxophone, mandolin, and acoustic guitar. Next week, we'll expand on this story with all sorts of rainy day fun in our Big Giant Book Club episode! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
3/4/24 • 08:57
What's special about beavers' teeth? What makes Bunny Rabbit a great friend? And why did people used to play metal clarinets? We dive into all this and more in this super fun episode of Big Giant Book Club! Join us for a musical game, an interview with a story character, fantastic facts about beavers, and a Silly Story. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
2/26/24 • 12:54
Bunny Rabbit settles beside a patch of slushy snow for a relaxing rest. In between daydreams, his neighbors pass by to say hello and share their perspectives on relaxation. They're all so different! This story features acoustic guitar, percussion, and metal clarinet. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
2/19/24 • 09:16
Join us for all the fun! We'll explore musical instruments, learn where bullfrogs spend their winters, and daydream about summer gardens. Plus, we share an interview with a character from the Sweet Creek Kingdom (who could it be?) ... this episode is lots of wintery fun!Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
2/12/24 • 13:42
It’s a magically snowy day in the Sweet Creek Kingdom. From the enchanted forest to the cozy village, everything is blanketed in snow. It’s all so quiet! As we explore the kingdom, we take a closer peek (and a closer listen) and discover how the fairytale friends enjoy their snowy day. This story features mandolin, glockenspiel, acoustic guitar, and recorder. Next week, we’ll expand on this story and music in our Big Giant Book Club episode. Join us for fun activities, fantastic facts, and special surprises! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
2/5/24 • 11:48
Winter isn't always snowy and cold! Sometimes it's rainy, sometimes it's warm, and sometimes it's dry as can be. This week's episode of Big Giant Book Club features a musical poem all about winter weather. Plus, we share some fantastic facts about winter, play a musical game, and put our imagination caps on for a surprise visitor! Who could it be?This week's special musical poem features acoustic guitar, flute, soprano saxophone, and mandolin. Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
1/29/24 • 14:32
We notice lots of seasonal changes around here! Chilly air, icy ponds, and… a snow cat? In this story, we take a little walk and talk about the changes we see everywhere. Winter is here, that’s for sure!This is a companion story for season one's Autumn Walk and Talk.This features acoustic guitar and drums. Next week, we’ll expand on this story and music in our Big Giant Book Club episode. We’ll share fun activities, fantastic facts, a new rhyme, and other special surprises! We recently added a new bonus video to our YouTube channel. It’s the video version of our special song from the last BGB Club episode… “The Oak Tree Song”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKW1qEYePDIAll our bonus videos are available on our Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBooInstagram @biggiantbookhttps://www.instagram.com/biggiantbook/Facebook: Big Giant Bookhttps://www.facebook.com/biggiantbook Visit us at our website:https://biggiantbook.comSend us a message!mailbox@biggiantbook.comStories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydStories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
1/22/24 • 07:40
Fantastic facts, a musical game, a character interview, and a special song await in our first-ever Big Giant Book Club episode! Each BGB Club episode will expand on the previous week's story, so this episode is centered around The Sapling. What makes oak trees so fantastic? How does an oak tree grow? And what is a sapling's favorite food? We dive into all this and more! Stories written and narrated by Rachel BoydMusic created and performed by Joey BoydAudio engineering and mixing by Joey Boydmailbox@biggiantbook.comhttps://biggiantbook.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook Thank you for tuning in to Big Giant Book, a musical storytelling podcast for children!
1/15/24 • 13:43
