Ms. Sami's Storytime

In today’s episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime, we meet Pal, a little cheetah who lives in the Serengeti. Cheetahs are famous for running super-duper fast, but Pal is a little bit slow. When he always finishes last in the big races, he feels sad and wants to cry. Everything changes when he meets a silly hyena named Harry, who teaches him a magical Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) tool: how to laugh it...

Help your four-year-old navigate big flashes of anger and frustration with Peesh the Cat! In today’s episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime , we meet Peesh, a fluffy little cat who wants so badly to climb a big, tall oak tree just like the big cats. But when her little paws keep sliding down, Peesh gets stomping-mad! Her face gets red, her chest feels hot, and she experiences that big, overwhelming anger...

Is your little one afraid of making mistakes? In this cozy story, Ms. Sami helps children understand that mistakes are how we learn, how to handle loud voices, and why it is safe to shine their bright light. Perfect for bedtime or classroom calm-down corners.

Is your little one struggling with transitions or big feelings when plans change? In this episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime we meet with Larry the Dinosaur again! Larry loves when everything stays exactly the same, and when things change, he gets very angry. But today, Larry's whole day gets flipped upside down! Through Larry’s jungle adventure, children will learn an easy social-emotional learn...

Choo-Choo! Can Moosh and Goosh find joy when the Santa Ana 29 is late? 🚂 In this episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime , Moosh the Mouse and Goosh the Rabbit learn a big lesson about patience for toddlers and finding the "right now" adventure! When their favorite train doesn't arrive on time, our best friends don't just sit and wait—they explore! Join them as they visit a local restau...

Is your little one feeling nervous about starting the "big kid school"? 🐌✨ In today’s episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime , we meet Hal the Snail. Hal loves his preschool, but he’s worried about moving up to Kindergarten. What if he doesn’t have friends? What if the lessons are too hard? Join Ms. Sami and Hal’s best friend, Zoon, as they discover a secret trick to make big worries feel sma...

Join Miss Sami’s Storytime for a story about Larry the dinosaur, who gets upset when his tower of jungle blocks crashes down. Larry learns how to handle frustration and big feelings with the help of his friend Tilly the triceratops and a fun, physical activity called the Dino Power Shake. This story helps toddlers and preschoolers learn emotional regulation, manage frustration, practice patience,...

Yara the sloth feels worried when his dad has to leave for a little while. Living in the jungles of Costa Rica, Yara doesn’t know how to handle his big feelings—until his friend Coco the monkey shows him a fun way to shake, march, and stretch to calm down. This story helps toddlers and preschoolers manage separation anxiety, calm big feelings, and practice emotional regulation while enjoying a pla...

In today’s story, we meet Sesh the Duck and his adventurous friend, Shuar the swan, who live in the beautiful Jardin des Tuileries in Paris. Sesh loves routine. Every day he wakes up, swims in the pond, and enjoys his favorite chocolate Croissant before heading home. But his friend Shuar likes to do something different every day. One morning, Shuar invites Sesh on a new adventure around the park....

Sandy the Squirrel gets SO mad when her classmate knocks down her blocks! But she doesn't realize that it was an accident. Her classmate did not mean to knock into her choice time. How does Sandy calm her body down? She squeezed her fists so tight and let go slowly. This helped her nervous system relax. If you ever have a hard time forgiving trying to calm your body first and then communicatin...

Harriet the Ant is always confident she finds her way. But one rainy day, she loses her direction and gets lost! Oh No!! It's up to her to find her way! She remember her mom taught her a special lesson: find something familiar when you are lost. Here is a helpful lesson to teach your little ones and regulate their emotions!

In this fun and educational episode, kids follow Moosh and Goosh as they prepare for the Persian New Year by creating a beautiful Haftsin table, painting colorful eggs, growing sabzeh, and enjoying special family traditions like khooneh تکونی (spring cleaning) and sabzi polo mahi, and of course - NOROOZ PAJAMAS! Norooz pajamas for kids bring such a warm, nostalgic feeling to the start of the new y...

In today’s episode of Miss Sami’s Storytime, meet Owen the Ostrich, a sweet ostrich who always hides when he feels scared. But one day on the farm, something happens that helps Owen learn how to be brave in a new way. Instead of hiding, Owen takes a deep breath, stands tall, and uses his brave voice to say, “I don’t like that.” This gentle and engaging story helps toddlers and preschoolers learn a...

In this heartwarming story for kids ages 2–6, meet Zoltan the Dragon - a sweet little dragon who knows how to fly and breathe fire… but doesn’t know how to express his anger. When Zoltan turns red and feels hot inside, his friend Snappy teaches him an important Social Emotional Learning (SEL) lesson: all feelings are okay — even anger. With dragon breaths and a brave roar, Zoltan learns safe ways...

Mochi the little anteater feels worried when his mommy goes out of town. What if she doesn’t come back? With the help of three simple calming tools, Mochi learns how to soothe his body, take slow breaths, and remind himself that mommy always comes back. This gentle 3 minute story for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2–6) is perfect for little ones who struggle with separation anxiety, daycare drop-...

Dario and the Shiny Seashell is a gentle children’s story about a seagull who experiences big feelings when a special seashell is taken from him. As Dario learns to pause, breathe, and use his words, children are guided through simple tools for handling anger, sharing, and conflict in a calm and safe way. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this episode supports social-emotional learning (SEL),...

Goli and Her Farsi Words is a gentle children’s story about a cow named Goli who speaks Farsi at home and English at school. When Goli feels confused and misunderstood by her classmates, she learns that having two languages is a strength, and that it’s okay to ask for help and practice together. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this episode supports social-emotional learning (SEL), language...

Join Roo the kangaroo and his little brother Joey for a fun, heartwarming birthday adventure! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this 3-minute story is full of laughs, big feelings, and a special birthday gift. Kids can hop along with Roo, learn about sharing, and celebrate the joy of birthdays. Ideal for ages 2–5.

Join Miss Sami’s Storytime for a heartwarming Christmas morning adventure with Nina and Niles as they discover the true magic of the holiday: kindness, generosity, and sharing with others. When the siblings notice their friend Nancy feeling left out, they learn that the best Christmas gifts aren’t found under the tree, but in helping someone else feel loved. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers,...

Get cozy for a heartwarming Christmas Eve story for kids 🎄 In Moosh and Goosh’s Christmas Eve Adventure , two best friends stay up late decorating the tree, baking cookies, and waiting for Santa Claus. Filled with giggles, glitter, and holiday magic, this bedtime story reminds little listeners that the true magic of Christmas is togetherness, love, and cozy moments shared with family. Perfect for...

Help your child wind down on Christmas Eve with this gentle bedtime story about Nina and Niles. In this episode, kids learn a simple SEL tool for calming big feelings and settling into a cozy nighttime routine. Perfect for relaxing, connecting, and drifting off to sleep.

Join Koby, a tiny fluffy dog, as he learns how to turn scary nightmares into happy dreams! 🐶✨ In tonight’s story, Koby discovers the power of choosing what he dreams about before bedtime. With the help of his loving mommy, he learns a simple, fun SEL tool to feel safe, calm, and ready for sweet dreams. Perfect for kids ages 2–6, this bedtime story teaches children how to: Feel safe after a bad d...

Join Nina and Niles, two adorable chipmunks, in this heartwarming Thanksgiving story! When Nina feels left out at the big holiday dinner, her brother helps her discover courage, friendship, and confidence. Perfect for kids and families, this whimsical storytime teaches the SEL lesson of self-worth with the mantra: ‘I am enough.’ Cozy up and enjoy this magical treehouse adventure full of snow, new...

In today’s storytime, Mary the Snake learns how to handle worry and build confidence with help from a new friend, Tiny the Butterfly. Kids will follow along with an easy Butterfly Breathing exercise and enjoy a warm, SEL-based tale about friendship, emotions, and courage.

Join Ms. Sami for a heartwarming story about Jojo the Bird — a little bird who starts to believe a tricky thought that her friends don’t want to play with her. But when she meets Sam the Skunk, Jojo learns an important lesson: not every thought is a fact! Together, they discover how to challenge unkind thoughts, practice self-love, and remember how special we truly are. This gentle story helps chi...