
Andy's Storytime
Andrew Banta
Follow along as I read your favorite books aloud, featuring memorable voices and helpful audio queues when it's time to turn the page. Use Andy's Storytime in addition to your family reading time, or as background entertainment during playtime.
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The Hiccupotamus
Andy's Storytime
12/18/22 • 2 min
Today I read The Hiccupotamus by Aaron Zenz.
From Amazon
“There was a hippopotamus who hiccupped quite-a-lotamus. And every time he got’emus...he’d fall upon his bottomus!” Calamity ensues when an elephant, a centipede, and a rhinoceros try finding a cure for Hippo’s colossal case of hiccups. Author-illustrator Aaron Zenz’s creativity shines through in his colored-pencil artwork in this off-the-wall read-aloud. HIC! HIC! HIC!

Peppa Pig: Class Trip
Andy's Storytime
04/05/23 • 2 min
In "Class Trip" from the Peppa Pig series by Scholastic, you can join Peppa and her friends on their class trip to the top of the mountain. What fun things will they find? This title is perfect for back to school!

Llama Llama Red Pajama
Andy's Storytime
04/24/23 • 3 min
In "Llama Llama Red Pajama" by Anna Dewdney, baby Llama turns bedtime into an all-out llama drama in this rhyming read-aloud favorite! Children will relate to Baby Llama's need for comfort, as much as parents will appreciate Mama Llama's reassuring message.

Go Get 'Em, Tiger!
Andy's Storytime
05/09/23 • 3 min
"Go Get 'Em, Tiger" by Sabrina Moyle and illustrated by Eunice Moyle, celebrates everything that makes you a rising star! From kindness and curiosity to playfulness and positivity, this book is a paw-some salute to anyone reaching a life milestone.

A Porcupine Named Fluffy
Andy's Storytime
05/08/23 • 5 min
"A Porcupine Named Fluffy" by Helen Lester, illustrated by Lynn Munsinger, is a modern, funny fable about a misnamed porcupine who learns to accept himself, and his name, just as he is.

A Book of Love
Andy's Storytime
05/03/23 • 3 min
Love and the many ways one can show it are at the heart of this sweet, charming picture book by Emma Randall. Whether it's giving someone a big hug, offering a helping hand, or sharing words of encouragement, it's these gestures that make the world a better place to live.

Storm is Coming!
Andy's Storytime
05/02/23 • 5 min
In "Storm is Coming!" written by Heather Tekavec and illustrated by Margaret Spengler, Dog spreads the word that a storm is coming for the old farmer, and leads all of the animals to shelter. Huddled together, they wait anxiously for Storm to come. But who is this frightening creature named Storm, and what will happen when he arrives?

The Octonauts & the Frown Fish
Andy's Storytime
04/28/23 • 6 min
In “The Octonauts & the Great Ghost Reef,” the Octonauts meet a fish with a giant frown on its face. It looks so glum that it's causing everyone around to feel down too. Our heroes need to find a way to cheer it up. So the Octonauts share their favorite pastimes! Readers will enjoy making music, building robots, baking desserts, and carousing at the playground. But will the fun-loving crew ever make their new friend smile?

The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Andy's Storytime
12/07/22 • 2 min
Today I read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle.
Amazon.com Review
"In the light of the moon a little egg lay on a leaf." So begins Eric Carle's modern classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. More than 12 million copies of this book have been sold in its original, full-sized edition, and the beloved tale of science and gluttony has been translated into 20 languages. This five-by-four-inch miniature edition is truly tiny, with tiny type, but it is a nice size for small hands to hold and flip through the pictures. Despite its diminished state, the book is complete in every detail, following the ravenous caterpillar's path as he eats his way through one apple (and the pages of the book itself) on Monday, two pears on Tuesday, three plums on Wednesday, and so on, through cherry pie and sausage--until he is really fat and has a stomachache. And no doubt you know what happens next! Kids love butterfly metamorphosis stories, and this popular favorite teaches counting and the days of the week, too. A fun gift package for caterpillar fans. (Baby to preschool) --Karin Snelson
About the Author
Eric Carle is acclaimed and beloved as the creator of brilliantly illustrated and innovatively designed picture books for very young children. His best-known work, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, has been translated into 70 languages and sold over 55 million copies. Carle illustrated more than seventy books, many best sellers, most of which he also wrote, and more than 170 million copies of his books have sold around the world. In 2003, Carle received the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award (now called the Children’s Literature Legacy Award) for lifetime achievement in children's literature. In 2002, Eric and his wife, Barbara, cofounded The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art (www.carlemuseum.org) in Amherst, Massachusetts, a 40,000-square-foot space dedicated to the celebration of picture books and picture book illustrations from around the world, underscoring the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of picture books and their art form. Eric Carle passed away in May 2021 at the age of 91. His work remains an important influence on artists and illustrators at work today. www.eric-carle.com

I am a Rainbow
Andy's Storytime
12/06/22 • 2 min
Today I read I am a Rainbow by Dolly Parton.
From Thriftbooks.com
Beloved music legend Dolly Parton provides children with a fun way to talk about their feelings in this colourful, upbeat picture book. And by understanding their own feelings, they can learn to respect the feelings of others. I Am A Rainbow will encourage children of all ages to acknowledge their feelings and take control.
About the Author
Dolly Parton is a singer, songwriter, actress, producer, businesswoman, and philanthropist. The composer of over 3,000 songs, she has sold over 100 million records worldwide, and given away millions of books to children through her nonprofit, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.
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How many episodes does Andy's Storytime have?
Andy's Storytime currently has 49 episodes available.
What topics does Andy's Storytime cover?
The podcast is about Education For Kids, Kids & Family, Podcasts, Stories For Kids and Audiobooks.
What is the most popular episode on Andy's Storytime?
The episode title 'I am a Rainbow' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Andy's Storytime?
The average episode length on Andy's Storytime is 5 minutes.
How often are episodes of Andy's Storytime released?
Episodes of Andy's Storytime are typically released every day.
When was the first episode of Andy's Storytime?
The first episode of Andy's Storytime was released on Nov 29, 2022.
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