Spanish Stories for Kids

Hello, Spanish Stories for Kids fam! Okay, you've heard of Cinderella, Snow White, right? But what if I told you there's a Grimm Brothers' tale that's been flying under your radar, waiting to totally blow your mind? It's time for some major storytelling magic with the Spanish-adapted version of "Iron John" known in Spanish as "Juan Fierro." This isn't just any ol' fairy tale -- from embracing our wild side (in the best way possible!) to rekindling the childlike wonder we've all got inside... this story is so much more than it seems.So, want to dive into the lesser-known but ridiculously fabulous world of Iron John? Press play and let's get our fairy tale on together!

In today's episode, we read a timeless tale that has captivated readers for generations - Rapunzel, known in English by the same name. This classic story is filled with bravery, and enchantment, and teaches us the importance of courage, resilience, and the power of hope. So, sit back, relax, and let your imagination soar as we transport you to a world of castles, magic, and the indomitable spirit of Rapunzel. Happy listening!

In this episode, we bring you the timeless story of The Cat and the Mouse in Partnership, known in Spanish as El Ratón y el Gato Asociados. In this fable, we meet a clever car and a cautious mouse who decide to team up and live together, pooling their resources to ensure a comfortable life. However, as the partnership unfolds, the cat's intentions gradually come to light, revealing a cunning plan that could endanger the mouse's life. This classic Grimm's Brothers tale serves as a reminder that appearances can be deceiving, and the value of trust and true friendships.

In this episode of "Una Tarde en El Mundo de Julia," the Spanish-translated version of An Afternoon in Julia's World, we dive into a magical fantasy story about a young girl named Julia who loves to read her favorite fairytale, Cinderella. One afternoon in her quiet, ordinary world, everything around her starts mumbling. The noise keeps growing louder and louder until she can no longer continue reading. What is everybody complaining about? Will she be able to solve their problems, including hers? The story is a heartwarming and engaging tale of imagination and will captivate children who are eager to start reading. Written by Christine Villa, award-winning author of Zoololoco, a story we shared with you back in season 4. You can find Una Tarde en El Mundo de Julia on Amazon if you want to read along as you hear the story.

Today's story is the last episode of this year called Las Tres Plumas, known in English as The Three Feathers. The moral of the story is that one should never judge anyone by their appearance. Within a seemingly simple spirit, immense greatness can be found. In this episode we added a bonus track of bloopers we've had throughout the time we've been recording these episodes to share with you a little bit of what goes behind the scenes - Thank you for supporting us by sharing it with your friends and family. Hope you enjoy!To our listeners learning Spanish who have asked us to share the transcript of the stories to read along, due to copyright issues we aren't able to do this, but you can buy on Amazon the book from where I read these stories - it's called "185 cuentos infantiles ilustrados con enseñanzas.For updates on new episodes follow us on Twitter @storiesnspanish or you can send us a message via our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/spanishstoriesforkids