Nighttime Nathan: Stories For Kids

After a successful night of trick-or-treating, Nathan finds himself surrounded by mountains of Halloween candy. But after eating a few too many treats, he ends up with a tummyache! That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Cactus Ridge to visit their old friend Dr. Squigglyboom, hoping he has a special elixir to help settle Nathan's stomach. When they arrive, something strange is happening i...

With Halloween just around the corner, Nathan is excited to go trick-or-treating in a neighborhood famous for giving out enormous bags of candy. But his mom reminds him that with so many people around, it’s important to stick to the buddy system and listen to the adults. That night, Peanut Butter Jim arrives with a special surprise: his little nephew Halfnut! And what better place for Halfnut’s ve...

After hearing a strange, spooky noise coming from his bathtub drain, Nathan begins to wonder if something more mysterious than an ordinary clog is hiding down below. That night, Peanut Butter Jim arrives, and the two head back into the sewers to investigate. When they arrive, Nathan and PB Jim reunite with their old friends Captain Bubble Beard and Robert Duck, who help them follow the mysterious...

After a marine biologist visits Nathan's school, Nathan becomes fascinated by the ocean and all the creatures that live beneath the waves. That night, Peanut Butter Jim invites him aboard the SS Seashell, PB Jim's very own submarine, for an underwater adventure. When they dive beneath the waves, Nathan and PB Jim explore colorful coral reefs and towering kelp forests. But their sightseeing takes a...

Nathan is frustrated after his friend accidentally spills a secret about a surprise birthday present for their teacher. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Troll Village for the autumn Jelly Jam Turnaround, where the trolls celebrate the fall season by revealing brand-new jams, jellies, and marmalades. But this year, there is an extra-special mystery flavor that nobody is supposed to k...

After Nathan skips an extra space during a board game with his mom, she reminds him that winning only counts when you play fair. That night, Peanut Butter Jim arrives with an invitation to return to Boogie Bayou, where Nathan and PB Jim have been chosen as guest judges for the annual fall Chili Cook-Off. With the Golden Chili Ladle up for grabs, everyone in the bayou is determined to cook the winn...

After spending the day home sick, Nathan hopes he will feel well enough to return to school in the morning for a special presentation about superheroes. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Fridge City, where baseball superstar Evan Picklesfield is being named MVP — Most Valuable Produce! When they arrive, Fridge City is suddenly threatened by a moldy strawberry named StrawGary, who has...

After Nathan gets into an argument with his younger cousin over a game of checkers, his mom reminds him that family members do not always get along—and sometimes a little space can help everyone cool down. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes Nathan aboard the SS Shell Shock for a trip to Space Planet 9, where the Intergalactic Space Games tryouts are being held. When they arrive, Nathan and PB Jim...

Nathan sees some kids teasing a fellow classmate and feels bad that he did not speak up. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Cactus Ridge for a country western square dance featuring the incredibly talented worm celebrity Waylon Woggles Jr. When they arrive, Nathan and PB Jim reunite with Dr. Squigglyboom, who loves dancing even though it is not exactly his strong suit. But when Waylon...

Nathan realizes he has misplaced his favorite water bottle sometime after school and cannot stop wondering where it could be. That night, Peanut Butter Jim arrives, puts on his detective hat, and helps Nathan retrace his steps back to school... at night! When they arrive, the usually busy school is quiet and dark, but Nathan and PB Jim are determined to solve the mystery and find the missing bottl...

After spending all day playing outside in the summer heat, Nathan forgets to drink enough water or take breaks and ends up overheated and exhausted. That night, Peanut Butter Jim whisks him inside a magical Canadian snow globe, where they discover a cozy mountain lodge serving some of the best hot cocoa, homemade soup, and fresh bread around. When they arrive, Nathan and PB Jim meet Jean-Luc, a ha...

Nathan is feeling nervous about the first day of school and wonders what it will be like stepping into something completely new. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back aboard the Wooden Parrot for a brand new pirate adventure. But this time, their old friend Jarret the Ferret has been promoted to captain and is about to lead his very first voyage. When they arrive, Jarret reveals a mysteriou...

Nathan is getting ready for his yellow belt karate test and feels excited... but nervous about breaking a wooden board for the very first time. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to the Nunjaku Rainforest for some special ninja training with Sensei Jonko and the Ninja Apes. But before the lesson can begin, an unexpected problem calls the heroes away. When they set off to investigate, Nat...

Nathan wakes up from a spooky dream and has trouble falling back asleep. That night, Peanut Butter Jim admits he had a strange dream too, so the two decide to pay a visit to Monster Valley. But when they arrive, something is not right. The usually cheerful monsters are exhausted, jumpy, and afraid to go to bed because something has been scaring them every single night. When they begin investigatin...

In the second part of this two-part adventure, Nathan, Peanut Butter Jim, and Sir Peter Pancake finally reach Munchmore Mountain with the legendary Tiny Tasting Spoon of Tasterly. But just when victory seems within reach, the mischievous Snack Elf makes one terrible mistake and leads the fellowship straight into a trap set by the evil S'morcerer and his army of Marshfellows. When the battle begins...

In the first part of this two-part adventure, Nathan and Peanut Butter Jim return to the Breakfast Kingdom after receiving an urgent message from Sir Peter Pancake. When they arrive, Queen Lactose reveals that the legendary Tiny Tasting Spoon of Tasterly has been discovered, and if it falls into the hands of the evil S'morcerer, the entire kingdom could be in danger. There is only one way to stop...

Peanut Butter Jim has a quick message for all our adventurers! Thanks for being part of the Nighttime Nathan family. Listen in for an exciting update, and get ready—we'll be back in two weeks with a very special new story! 🌙✨

Nathan is feeling nervous about his first day of summer camp and worries that he will not know anyone. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him on a trip to the Boogie Bayou, a lively swamp where music fills the air and everyone loves to dance. When they arrive, they meet a new turtle in town named Lance, who is afraid he does not fit in because he has never learned how to dance like everyone else....

After a windy night leaves Nathan tossing and turning, every creak, shadow, and rustling branch outside his window starts to feel a little spooky. That night, Peanut Butter Jim suggests a camping trip to Lake Alele, where Nathan can learn that scary things are not always as frightening as they seem. When they arrive, they meet a friendly owl named Hootsworth, who offers to guide them through the w...

Nathan is feeling nervous about jumping off a high diving board at a friend's pool party. Even though everyone else seems excited, he is not sure he is ready to take the leap. That night, Peanut Butter Jim has the perfect distraction and takes Nathan back to the moon for the grand reopening of Lunar Landing, a giant amusement park filled with rides, moon snacks, fireworks, and surprises. When they...

Nathan is feeling nervous about an upcoming class presentation and worries about standing in front of everyone to speak. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Dinosaur Isle, where a very different kind of nervousness is causing problems. When they arrive, they learn that King Henry the Rex is about to marry Gloria the Brontosaurus, but every time someone mentions the wedding, the nervous...

Nathan cannot seem to get rid of his hiccups, no matter what he tries. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Cactus Ridge, where they visit the brilliant worm scientist Dr. Squigglyboom, who has invented a special cactus elixir that can cure hiccups across the desert. When they arrive, they learn that the precious elixir must be delivered by train before hiccups spread any farther, so Na...

Nathan and Peanut Butter Jim return to the Nunjaku rainforest to visit the Ninja Apes and their dragon friend Danielle. But as they make their way through the jungle, they are suddenly chased by a fierce ninja hippo swinging nunchucks through the trees. When things begin to look hopeless, Sensei Jonko and the Ninja Apes leap in to save them. But once the excitement settles down, Jonko explains the...

Nathan feels frustrated when two bigger kids keep hogging the handball court at recess, making it seem like there is no room left for anyone else to play. That night, Peanut Butter Jim takes him back to Troll Village, where a sticky mystery is causing trouble all across town. When they arrive, they discover that all the jam, jelly, and marmalade keeps disappearing from trolls walking home from the...

Nathan gets hit by a baseball during his little league game, and even though the bruise will heal, it leaves him feeling unsure if he wants to keep playing at all. That night, Peanut Butter Jim appears and takes him back to Fridge City to catch a big game with the famous Fridge City Cukes. When they arrive, they step into a buzzing stadium filled with cheering fruits and vegetables and meet star p...