The Rainbow Storybook: Tales From a Dusty Shelf

In this episode, a tiny boy called Little Thumb uses his quick thinking to guide his brothers through the dangers of a dark forest after their desperate parents leave them behind. When the children stumble upon the house of a terrible ogre, Little Thumb must rely on bravery and clever tricks to save them all. Join Cordelia as she tells this thrilling tale of courage, wit, and the surprising streng...

In this episode, Princess Miranda is driven into the forest by her father’s terrible anger and discovers a hidden world beneath the earth, ruled by a mysterious sheep with golden horns. There she finds kindness, enchantment, and a growing love—but when she returns home for her sisters’ weddings, a promise broken in joy leads to heartbreaking sorrow. Join Cordelia as she tells this haunting fairy t...

In this episode, a poor orphan named Dick Whittington travels to London hoping to find streets paved with gold—but instead he finds hunger, hard work, and a very troublesome house full of rats and mice. When a single penny buys him a clever little cat, an unexpected adventure begins. Through kindness, patience, and a bit of good luck across the sea, Dick’s fortunes change in the most surprising wa...

In this episode, a clever young courtier named Charming sets out on a difficult mission to win the hand of the beautiful Princess Goldilocks for his king. Along the way he performs small acts of kindness—saving a fish, a raven, and an owl—that later return to help him complete impossible tasks. With courage, patience, and a loyal little dog by his side, Charming faces giants, dragons, and magical...

In this episode, a brave young man accepts a dangerous challenge to bring back the mysterious Terrible Head—a task no one expects him to survive. Guided by magical helpers and armed with wondrous gifts, he travels across icy lands, meets ancient sisters and dancing fairies, and faces a fearsome creature whose gaze can turn living things to stone. Along the way he rescues a princess, keeps a bold p...

In this episode, a lonely maiden who spends her days spinning gold thread dares to speak to a lost prince—and sets in motion a chain of magic that changes both their lives. After a jealous witch transforms the girl into a water-lily and tears the lovers apart, the prince must brave enchanted forests, talking birds, and powerful wizards to win her back. Join Cordelia as she shares this luminous tal...

In this episode, a young prince sets out to win his father’s crown by finding the most beautiful little dog in the world—but instead he discovers a mysterious castle ruled by a gentle White Cat with secrets of her own. Three magical quests, enchanted gifts, and a love stronger than any spell lead him back again and again, until the truth of her curse is finally revealed. Join Cordelia as she tells...

In this episode, a young prince on a perilous quest stumbles upon an enchanted oak tree that grants him three wondrous gifts—gifts he uses to outwit a scheming rival and save a kingdom on the brink of ruin. But when treachery robs him of his hard-won victories, he must rely not on magic, but on loyalty, courage, and the help of an unexpected ally to set things right. Join Cordelia as she recounts...

In this episode, a poor miller’s youngest son inherits nothing but a clever cat—yet that cat proves to be far more than he seems. With a fine pair of boots, a sharp mind, and a gift for bold invention, Puss transforms his master’s fate, winning him wealth, a title, and even a princess’s heart. Join Cordelia as she tells this classic tale of wit, courage, and unexpected friendship from Andrew Lang’...

In this episode, a prince defies his father’s wishes and sets out to win the hand of a mysterious maiden of great power and beauty. With the help of talking animals, enchanted tools, and his own steadfast heart, he faces impossible tasks and fierce danger to prove his worth. Join Cordelia as she tells this captivating tale of courage, loyalty, and love from Andrew Lang’s Blue Fairy Book.   childre...

In this episode, a king’s youngest son sets out into the world and finds work with a fearsome giant. With the help of the clever and beautiful Master-Maid, he completes impossible tasks, escapes danger, and uncovers hidden treasure. Join Cordelia as she tells this thrilling tale of courage, ingenuity, and true love from Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book.   children's podcast, kids podcast, fairy tales...

In this episode, a kind merchant’s daughter offers her life to a fearsome Beast to save her father—only to discover that true gentleness lies beneath his frightening form. Through courage, compassion, and love, she learns that beauty is found not in appearances but in the heart. Join Cordelia as she tells this beloved tale of bravery, kindness, and transformation from Andrew Lang’s Blue Fairy Book...

In this episode, a poor miller’s clever daughter is faced with an impossible task—she must spin straw into gold for a greedy king. When a mysterious little man appears and offers his magical help, she trades her treasures to save her life. But when he returns to claim a promise, she must use her wits to outsmart him and protect her child. Join Cordelia as she tells this timeless story of clevernes...

In this episode, a simple boy sets out to learn what it means to shudder, even though nothing in the world seems to frighten him. From haunted church towers to a castle full of ghosts, fiery creatures, and mischievous spirits, he faces challenge after challenge with courage, cleverness, and a kind heart. Join Cordelia as she tells this timeless story of bravery, adventure, and the quest to discove...

In this episode, a careless young tailor’s son, Aladdin, is lured by a cunning magician to uncover a hidden treasure—but it is no ordinary hoard. With only his wits, a magical ring, and a mysterious lamp that summons a powerful genie, Aladdin must navigate dark caves, treacherous plots, and enchanted obstacles. Join Cordelia as she tells this timeless story of adventure, cleverness, and the transf...

In this episode, a kind and gentle girl named Cinderella is forced to live as a servant in her own home while her proud stepsisters prepare for the royal ball. With the help of her fairy godmother, she is magically transformed for the evening, but must leave before midnight, or the spell will end. When she flees in a hurry, she leaves behind a single glass slipper, sparking the prince’s search for...

In this episode, a princess falls into a deep, enchanted sleep after pricking her finger on a spindle, and the whole castle slumbers with her for a hundred years. Only a brave prince can break the spell and awaken her. Join Cordelia as she tells this timeless story of magic, courage, and true love from Andrew Lang’s Blue Fairy Book.   children's podcast, kids podcast, fairy tales for kids, bedtime...

In this episode, Little Red Riding Hood sets off through the forest to bring her grandmother custards and butter, unaware that a sly wolf is watching. As he hatches a clever plan to trick her, Red discovers the danger that awaits her grandmother. With quick thinking, bravery, and a timely rescue by a passing woodcutter, she learns the importance of caution, kindness, and listening to those who car...

In this episode, a proud young princess named Bellissima learns that her mother has promised her hand to the dreadful Yellow Dwarf, a tiny creature with a terrible temper and full of jealousy. When the princess refuses to keep the promise, she and her brave admirer, Prince Charming, are caught in a web of magic, danger, and broken vows. Join Cordelia as she tells this tale from Andrew Lang’s Blue...

In this episode, a farmer’s daughter is promised to a mysterious white bear, who carries her away to a castle. By day she is alone, and by night a hidden prince visits her. When curiosity breaks the spell, he is whisked away to a faraway castle east of the sun and west of the moon. With courage, cleverness, and magical gifts, she sets out on a long journey to find him and win back their happiness....

In this episode, a gardener’s son earns a magical ring that brings him good fortune and the love of a princess—until a jealous servant steals it and ruins everything. With courage and cleverness, he sets out to win back the ring and his happiness. Join Cordelia as she tells this timeless story from Andrew Lang's Blue Fairy Book.   children's podcast, kids podcast, fairy tales for kids, bedtime sto...

In this episode, a proud prince must learn a humble lesson. Prince Hyacinth has been told all his life that his very long nose is a mark of greatness—but when a wicked enchanter steals the Dear Little Princess away, his pride soon gets in the way of everything. With help from a fairy, he discovers that true wisdom begins when we can laugh at ourselves. Join Cordelia as she tells this tale from And...