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LIGHTING THE WAY WITH WORDS

Our story that is set in frigid temperatures: 

Sled Ride: (6:06)

A little boy tells of his exciting sled ride down the

hill while trying to avoid a collision.

Free audio download: Sled Ride

Blog with activities: Sled Ride

Our other words that begin with the letter F:

Fervor

Flabbergasted

Foliage

Frustrated

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This fantastic piece of artwork was created by: 

Sofia A. 
6 years old

She drew this for her best friend to 

give to her at her birthday party. 

What a perfect gift!

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Hi All, 

We would like to feature a new listener each week on the blog. It could be a piece of art you have created, photograph you've taken, or something you've written. Paper, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, glitter, apps, websites, or whatever. We would love to see what you come up with!

Here are the details:

1. Send your creations to nightlightstories@gmail.com.

2. Include in the email your first name, last initial, and a short blurb about your handiwork. 

As always, we look forward to watching the glow grow brighter

 with the many pieces of creativity we can share together.

LIGHTING THE WAY WITH WORDS

Have you heard our story with some effervescent 
characters in it? 

Toe Jam (18:34)

A boy's personal collection grows into something far bigger than himself.

Free audio download:Toe Jam

Blog with activities:Toe Jam

Speaking of effervescent personalities, I would like to thank all of my listener friends who helped me think of some exceptional "e" words this morning! I would like to send out an enormous thank you to Kelly, Carin, Susan, Kelly M, Meghan, Evonne, Brandy, Lisa, Donna, Bonni, 
Elizabeth P, and Kari! You all are excellent thinkers!

As always, we look forward to watching the glow grow brighter with the

 many words we can share together!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. CHRIS!

GUESS WHAT? 

IT IS MR.CHRIS' BIRTHDAY TODAY!

Please feel free to leave Mr. Chris a bright birthday wish 

in the comments! I know he would LOVE it! 

Oh, and feel free to guess his age. 

Have you heard all of the stories that Mr. Chris has narrated? 

You can find links to the stories and blogs below! 

The Walk: (11:46)

A description from a little boy of all the sights he sees on a walk with his family.

Free audio download: The Walk

Blog with activities: The Walk

Sled Ride: (6:06)

A little boy tells of his exciting sled ride down the hill while trying to avoid a collision.

Free audio download: Sled Ride

Blog with activities: Sled Ride

The Hike: (13:26)

The sequel to "The Walk" describes the boy's adventures he has on a hike with his family.

Free audio download: The Hike

Blog with activities: The Hike

The Heebie Jeebies: (6:57)

What goes bump in the night? How do you keep the Heebie Jeebies away, 

especially on Halloween?

Free audio download: The Heebie Jeebies

Blog with activities: The Heebie Jeebies

Red vs. Green: (22:21)

When a team of Christmas elves goes against a team of St. Patrick's Day 

leprechauns in the Holiday Hockey Winter Classic, who will win?

Free audio download: Red vs. Green

Blog with activities: Red vs. Green

The Leprechaun Trap (6:35)
Two leprechauns are caught in a leprechaun trap and try to find 

different ways to escape.
Free audio download: The Leprechaun Trap
Blog with activities: The Leprechaun Trap

The Limerig (4:47)
A limerick for Better Hearing and Speech Month.
Free audio download: The Limerig
Blog with activities: The Limerig

TOE JAM (18:34)
A boy's personal collection grows into something far bigger than himself.
Free audio download:Toe Jam
Blog with activities:Toe Jam


As always, we look forward to the many birthdays we can share together!

LIGHTING THE WAY WITH WORDS

Have you heard our new story?

Toe Jam (18:34)

A boy's personal collection grows into something far bigger than himself.

Free audio download:Toe Jam

Blog with activities:Toe Jam

Do you have have a favorite treat to eat that you think is delicious? 

We would love for you to post your visual definition of delicious on our 

Facebook page or email them to nightlightstories@gmail.com.

As always we look forward to watching the glow grow brighter with 

the many words we can share together

Our other words that begin with the letter D:

DEVOUR

DIGITS

DIMPLES

DISGUISE

Episode 42: Toe Jam

Click here to listen to: Toe Jam

Hi All,

Do you have a collection? For example, our daughter has a collection of dolls. She keeps them in her room mostly, but sometimes she likes to set them out to see just how many she has. There are many types of things you can collect. Shells, spoons, rocks, stamps or anything you can think of can be collected. Share your collections with us in the comments or post it on our Facebook page!

VORACIOUS VOCABULARY

What did you say? A word of the day! In our story

there are many juicy words that are fun to use and say.

accomplishment: an act or instance of carrying into effect; fulfillment.

cavalcade: any procession

culminate: to rise to or form and apex

donation: a gift, as to a fund; contribution

JUST ADD IMAGINATION!

Try these activities to keep your imagination glowing

after hearing the story.

1. Clean out your sock drawer. Match all of your socks together. 

2. Visit the Guinness Book of World Records site. Explore records, search records, or even set a record!

3. Do you have a collection of something? Share it with us in the comments or on our Facebook page! If not, start one and share with us what you're starting to collect!

COMPREHENSION CHALLENGE

After listening to the story, can you recall the

details to answer these questions?

1. Where does Amir store his toe jam in the beginning of the story?

2. What did the main character's grandfather give him for his birthday?

3. Who is the CEO of Get Stuffed Stuffing Company? Bonus: Look up what his name means!

4. When did Bunion burst into life?

5. Where was the toe jam stored before it was taken away?

6. What do you think Amir and the narrator started to collect at the end of the story?

We want to send out bright birthday wishes to:

Lyn Gaudreault M of Massachusetts

Dana V of MommyBrain

Heidi G of South Dakota

Jake of South Dakota

McBain of Virginia

Ryan M of Virginia

Robert P of Virginia

Lily P of West Virginia

Kate G of Maryland

Colton G of Maryland

Heather E of Virginia

Terry D of New Hampshire
Melanie K of Massachusetts
Cathi L of Massachusetts
John L of Massachusetts
Abbi of South Carolina
Erick of Florida
MR.CHRIS of the NIGHT LIGHT STORIES HOUSEHOLD

We hope your days SPARKLED!

As always we look forward to watching the glow grow brighter with the many stories we can share together!

LIGHTING THE WAY WITH WORDS

Eat the Cake (8:06)

A little one has a special request for everyone in 

attendance at her fourth birthday party. 

Free audio download: Eat the Cake

Blog with Activities: Eat the Cake

Have you seen our other words that start with the letter "C"?

Curious

Contusion

Culprit

Collaborate

SURVEY SAYS?