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Ollie and Friends

Ollie and Friends

by Allie Hershman

Education for Kids Stories for Kids

Season 2

Trains, Travel & Taking Turns with Ollie and Ben

All aboard for a fun-filled adventure with Ollie and Ben! In this episode of Ollie & Friends, little listeners will ride a train, explore new places, and learn why taking turns is an important part of being a kind friend. Through songs, an engaging story, and positive affirmations, children will discover that every adventure is even more fun when we share it with others.

Season 1

Patience, Trying Again & Love with Ollie and Friends

In this gentle, encouraging episode of Ollie & Friends, little listeners learn about patience, perseverance, and love. Through calming movement, simple spelling, and familiar songs set to Mary Had a Little Lamb, Row, Row, Row Your Boat, and Bingo, children practice waiting, taking deep breaths, and trying again when things feel hard. The episode features a cozy story about Ollie learning to slow down, rebuild, and keep going with love and support, followed by soothing affirmations that help kids feel confident, capable, and cared for. Perfect for preschool and early elementary listeners, this episode supports emotional regulation, growth mindset, and social-emotional learning in a warm, playful way.

Reading, School & Kindness with Ollie and Friends

In this warm and playful episode of Ollie & Friends, we explore the joy of reading, what school is all about, and how kindness helps us connect and belong. Together, little listeners will sing songs, spell fun words, imagine story worlds, and listen to a gentle story about Ollie’s school day — learning that trying your best and being kind matter most. We’ll wrap up with calming affirmations and a cozy goodbye song to help everyone feel proud, peaceful, and ready for the day ahead. Perfect for preschool and early elementary learners, this episode supports early literacy, social-emotional growth, and confidence — all through music, movement, and imagination.

Cooking, Dinosaurs & the Superpower of Listening with Ollie and Harry

Hi friends! Welcome back to Ollie & Friends — the playful, interactive podcast where little learners sing, imagine, and grow together. In this extra-fun episode, children explore three exciting themes: cooking together, dinosaurs from long ago, and the superpower of listening. We warm up with the ABCs, pretend to cook something yummy, stomp and tiptoe like dinosaurs, and practice using our listening ears through songs, movement, and imaginative play. Storytime features Ollie and his friend Harry learning how listening helps them stay safe, share ideas, and be kind friends. The episode gently winds down with calming breaths, positive affirmations, and a cheerful goodbye song. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this episode supports: Early listening and attention skills Social-emotional learning Language development through music and repetition Imaginative, screen-free play 🎶 Sing along, move your body, and discover how listening helps us learn and connect — only on Ollie & Friends!

Christmas, Gifts From The Heart & Carols with Ollie and Family

Hi friends! In this extra-special Christmas episode of Ollie & Friends, little listeners are invited to play, imagine, sing, and celebrate the true magic of the season. Together, we explore what Christmas means to families in many different ways — decorating, singing joyful carols, sharing cozy moments, and slowing down to notice kindness and connection. Kids will warm up their voices with the ABCs, move their bodies while pretending to decorate for Christmas, and sing along to familiar tunes with a festive twist. This episode gently introduces the idea of gifts from the heart, teaching children that love, kindness, listening, and togetherness are just as meaningful as anything wrapped in a box. Through interactive spelling games, movement, and music, kids learn that giving and caring for others is a gift we can all share. We then snuggle in for a heartwarming Christmas storytime, following Ollie as he wakes up on Christmas morning and discovers that the most special gifts are family, gratitude, cuddles, and being together. The episode closes with calming breaths, positive affirmations, and a cozy goodbye song — leaving children feeling safe, loved, joyful, and thankful. Merry Christmas from Ollie & Friends!

The Menorah, Dreidels & Hanukkah Traditions with Ollie and Luca

Celebrate Hanukkah with Ollie & Friends! Children will explore glowing candles, spinning dreidels, and the beauty of family traditions through movement, imagination, and storytelling. Little listeners begin with a cheerful ABC warm-up before learning all about the menorah and pretending to light each candle — including the shamash. They’ll sway like flickering flames, stretch tall like candles, spin like dreidels, and sing playful Hanukkah songs that fill the room with warmth and fun. The episode ends with a heartwarming story, “Ollie’s Hanukkah Lights,” where Aunt Jamie calls Ollie downstairs to light the menorah and his friend Luca arrives to celebrate. Together, they spin dreidels, eat warm latkes, and share what they’re grateful for — reminding little ones that Hanukkah is all about light, love, and meaningful traditions passed down through family. This episode is perfect for bedtime, classroom celebrations, winter mornings, or anytime your little one wants to learn about Hanukkah in a gentle, engaging way. Let’s shine bright together — Happy Hanukkah! ✨

Winter Fun, Baking & Helping with Ollie and Emma

Get cozy, friends! Today on Ollie & Friends, we’re celebrating all the sweetest parts of winter — snowy adventures, pretend baking, and helping others! Little listeners will wiggle like falling snowflakes, crunch through pretend snow, roll giant snowballs, and hang sparkly lights high in the sky. Then it’s off to our warm, make-believe kitchen where we scoop flour, crack eggs, stir the batter, and bake delicious pretend cookies together! Next, we slow down for a heartwarming story: “Ollie and Emma’s Cookie Helper Day.” Join Ollie and his friend Emma as they learn how kindness, teamwork, and helping neighbors can turn an ordinary snowy morning into something magical. With songs, movement, imagination, and affirmations, this episode is perfect for winter days, classroom mornings, baking playtime, or any moment that needs extra warmth and joy. Kids will finish the episode feeling kind, creative, helpful, and proud of themselves. Bundle up, grab your cozy blanket, and let’s jump into winter magic together!

Pets, Snow & Building Together with Ollie and Joseph

A playful winter adventure filled with imagination, kindness, and teamwork. Join Ollie and friends for a joyful episode all about pets, snowy days, and building together — three things kids love most! Little listeners will bark like puppies, hop like bunnies, wiggle like falling snowflakes, and pretend to build towers, forts, and bridges with friends. Then it’s time for storytime! Kids will love “Ollie and Joseph Build in the Snow” — a heartwarming tale of friendship, giggles, teamwork, and creating a snowy fort side by side on a magical winter morning. The episode ends with positive affirmations to help little ones feel capable, kind, and connected. Perfect for winter days, cozy mornings, or any moment that needs a sprinkle of magic, movement, and friendship. Let’s play, imagine, and build — together!

Turkey, Giving Thanks & The Thanksgiving Day Parade with Ollie and Meadow

Thanksgiving Special! In this festive episode, little listeners will learn all about turkeys, practice the true meaning of giving thanks, and even imagine themselves right in the middle of the magical Thanksgiving Day Parade — with giant balloons, music, dancing, and plenty of smiles. Kids can sing along to fun songs, flap their “turkey wings,” spell thankful words, and join in playful movement as they explore traditions that make Thanksgiving special. Then, settle in for a sweet storytime — “Ollie and Meadow’s Thanksgiving Parade Adventure” — a tale filled with friendship, gratitude, and parade-day magic. With affirmations, imagination, and lots of giggles, this episode is perfect for the holiday season and helps little hearts feel grateful, connected, and bright. Happy Thanksgiving, friends!

Magic, Art & Kind Words with Ollie and Riggs

It’s time to discover the magic that lives inside you! In this heartwarming episode of Ollie & Friends, little listeners go on a creative adventure full of imagination, color, and kindness. First, we’ll explore the magic that comes from your heart — the kind that shines when you use your imagination or make someone smile. Then, we’ll dive into the colorful world of art, where every swirl, dot, and zigzag tells a story only you can create! Finally, we’ll learn about the power of kind words — how they can make people feel happy, loved, and brave. Join Ollie, and friend Riggs for an uplifting story about friendship, teamwork, and the magic of kindness. This episode is filled with songs, affirmations, and creative play — perfect for little ones learning about emotions, empathy, and expression. Tune in and remember: your words, your art, and your heart are pure magic.

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