Elderberry Tales

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136 episodes

The Chukar Caper, Part 3 (Three Dog Detectives Series)

This thrilling (and long) finale is packed with action, a couple of mildly scary moments, and a moment of sadness. The secrets of the mechanical chukars (and more!) will finally be revealed. Story by William Sterr Narrated by Carrie Coello Image by Stephen D https://pixabay.com/users/mycoolphotos-2474810/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 

35m
Apr 17, 2023
The Chukar Caper, Part 2 (Three Dog Detectives Series)

In Part 2 of this 3-part series, Dad takes Trooper on a visit to their mysterious neighbor, Mrs. Coronet, and the plot thickens... Story by William Sterr Narrated by Carrie Coello Image by Stephen D https://pixabay.com/users/mycoolphotos-2474810/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 

13m
Apr 10, 2023
The Chukar Caper, Part 1 (Three Dog Detectives Series)

In this all-new, 3-part adventure, our Dog Detectives discover a *very* unusual bird! Original Story by William Sterr Narrated by Carrie Coello Image by Stephen D https://pixabay.com/users/mycoolphotos-2474810/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1581855 

16m
Apr 03, 2023
Leenie Among the Fairies, Part 3

Part 2 of a 3-part series! This story series stands alone, but the characters of Leenie, Logan, and her parents are introduced in the series Leenie and the Big Idea. Leenie and her brother Logan are off on another adventure!  When Leenie and Logan wander off during a family picnic, they encounter strange new friends in the woods.  In this episode, they face the troll at the fairy bridge... Story by William Sterr Image by Willgard Krause https://pixabay.com/users/willgard-4665627/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 

26m
Dec 04, 2022
Leenie Among the Fairies, Part 2

Part 2 of a 3-part series! This story series stands alone, but the characters of Leenie, Logan, and her parents are introduced in the series Leenie and the Big Idea. Leenie and her brother Logan are off on another adventure!  When Leenie and Logan wander off during a family picnic, they encounter strange new friends in the woods.  In this episode, they realize that fairy hospitality comes at a price. Story by William Sterr Image by Willgard Krause https://pixabay.com/users/willgard-4665627/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 

24m
Dec 01, 2022
Leenie Among the Fairies, Part 1

Part 1 of a 3-part series! This story series stands alone, but the characters of Leenie, Logan, and her parents are introduced in the series Leenie and the Big Idea. Leenie and her brother Logan are off on another adventure!  When Leenie and Logan wander off during a family picnic, they encounter strange new friends in the woods.  Story by William Sterr Image by Willgard Krause https://pixabay.com/users/willgard-4665627/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com//?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=5201844 

13m
Nov 29, 2022
My Dogs: Three Detectives... Make that Four! Part 4

The thrilling conclusion to the Hound of the Baskerville Hall mystery! Story by William Sterr

26m
Jul 04, 2022
My Dogs: Three Detectives... Make that Four! Part 3

The four detectives arrive in the town of Baskerville, and receive a nasty surprise. Story by William Sterr

18m
Jun 27, 2022
My Dogs: Three Detectives... Make that Four! Part 2

This is part 2 of a 4 part series. The three detectives meet up with a fourth companion, and all the dogs travel to the town of Baskerville.

13m
Jun 20, 2022
My Dogs: Three Detectives... Make that Four! Part 1

Introducing a new series about the dogs in the family! Overton leads his associates, Trooper and Theo, on an investigation to solve the mystery of the Hound of the Baskervilles.  Story by William Sterr

13m
Jun 13, 2022
My Dad and the Power of Imagination, Part 3

A new adventure for Desi, his superhero Dad, and the rest of the family! This story is in three parts, with a new part published each week.  In Part 3, cousin Jack arrives just in time for the thrilling conclusion! By William Sterr Photo by takenbytablo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/thunder-striking-a-building-photo-680940/

17m
May 15, 2022
My Dad and the Power of Imagination, Part 2

A new adventure for Desi, his superhero Dad, and the rest of the family! This story is in three parts, with a new part published each week. Part 2 has us back at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, a favorite place for the family to visit every year. But this visit is... unique! By William Sterr Photo by takenbytablo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/thunder-striking-a-building-photo-680940/

12m
May 08, 2022
My Dad and the Power of Imagination, Part 1

A new adventure for Desi, his superhero Dad, and the rest of the family! This story is in three parts, with a new part published each week.  By William Sterr Photo by takenbytablo: https://www.pexels.com/photo/thunder-striking-a-building-photo-680940/

14m
May 02, 2022
My Mom, Detective! Dad Has a Superpower, Too! Part 3

The whole family comes together to craft a plan to clean up the Jorgensen's farm and cure Desmond once and for all! Story by William Sterr

15m
Mar 04, 2022
My Mom, Detective! Dad Has a Superpower, Too! Part 2

Dad's powers continue to develop. Also, after Armando makes a very exciting discovery in the backyard, he realizes that all is not well with Desmond... Story by William Sterr

22m
Feb 26, 2022
My Mom, Detective! Dad Has a Superpower, Too! Part 1

It's been many weeks since Desmond's experience with the moles... and he is still feeling the effects. What can Armie and his detective Mom do about it? Luckily, they have help... from unexpected sources! This is a three part story - come back each week for the next installment! Story by William Sterr

20m
Feb 16, 2022
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, part 2

In part 2 of this story, Gawain travels to find the Green Knight, as promised, to meet his fate.  Note: This is an old story, and contains themes of chivalry, romantic love (including allusions to infidelity), and violence. I do not feel it is inappropriate for children, but family values vary and I invite you to preview this episode and part two first if you have any concerns.  Story adapted by Elaine L. Lindy for Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight/.  Illustration by Tristan Liu

31m
Dec 31, 2021
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, Part 1

As King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table gather to celebrate New Year's Day, a mysterious stranger arrives with a challenge for Sir Gawain, one of the bravest knights of the Table.  Note: This is an old story, and contains themes of chivalry, romantic love (including allusions to infidelity), and violence. I do not feel it is inappropriate for children, but family values vary and I invite you to preview this episode and part two first if you have any concerns.  Story adapted by Elaine L. Lindy for Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/sir-gawain-and-the-green-knight/.  Illustration by Tristan Liu

13m
Dec 24, 2021
The Wager

John's honesty earns him a job in the Lord of Ostergaard's Estate. The Lord of Nebbegaard bets Ostergaard that he can make John tell a lie. Will John stay honest, even when he is afraid to tell the truth? Story adapted by Elaine L. Lindy from the story "Temptation", which appeared the book Scandinavian Folk and Fairy Tales, edited by Claire Booss. Used with permission from Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/wager/ Illustration by Elizabeth Rocha

15m
Dec 02, 2021
The Lion‘s Enchantment

After assisting a wounded lion, a young maiden is concerned to find that her livestock has gone missing! What can have happened to the animals? And why does the lion keep returning? This story was adapted by Elaine L. Lindy from the story "The Wounded Lion" from Wise Women: Folk and Fairy Tales from Around the World, retold and edited by Suzqanne I. Barchers. Illustration by Elizabeth Rocha.  Used with permission from Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/lions-enchantment/.

16m
Nov 18, 2021
Androcles and the Lion

Androcles, an escaped slave, finds an injured lion in the woods. What happens after he removes a thorn from the lion's paw? Story by Aesop, 620-580 BCE. This version is from Joseph Jacobs, "European Folk and Fairy Tales," 1916.  It can be found at Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/androcles-the-lion/. Image by pamstenzel https://pixabay.com/users/pamstenzel-1478844/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=971472 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=971472  NOTE: This episode was originally published with an error in audio mastering. This is an updated version.

9m
Oct 27, 2021
Bambi

This is the story of Bambi, a young deer, from his childhood with his mother in the forest through his coming of age and adulthood.  This tale is based on the novel of the same name, by Felix Salten. Adaptation by Elaine L Lindy for the website Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/bambi-life-woods-bedtime-story/.  Image by smarko https://pixabay.com/users/smarko-2381951/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1367217 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=1367217 

25m
Oct 11, 2021
The Three Princes

In this Arabian/Russian folktale mashup, a princess needs to choose between three unsuitable princes. One year, an adventure and three magical objects later, she makes a truly surprising choice. Adapted by Elaine L. Lindy from Saudi Arabian and Russian sources, this story is part of the Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/three-princes/ collection. Image by Peter Fischer https://pixabay.com/users/papafox-7788876/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3281084 from Pixabay https://pixabay.com/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3281084 

17m
Oct 05, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part 6

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 6, the AstroVan lands on the moon, where they learn much more about the Wheezer than they could ever have imagined... Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

26m
Sep 27, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part 5

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 5, Leenie and her family go where no caravan has ever gone before - into Orbit! Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

18m
Sep 20, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part 4

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 4, Leenie and Theo join in the Council of Animals and hear what they all have to say. Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

16m
Sep 03, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part 3

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 3, the van parks in the forest next to the lake, and Leenie finds a very interesting gathering deep in the woods. Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

14m
Aug 29, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part2

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 2, the van transforms yet again for a very special tour *under* Shasta Lake. Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

24m
Aug 20, 2021
Leenie and the Big Idea Part 1

When Leenie's parents get the Big Idea of renting a caravan from M. A. G. I. C., the family begins an adventure that surprises them all! In Part 1, the caravan is introduced, and the family makes their way to Shasta Lake. Story by William Sterr Narration by Carrie Coello Photo by Nubia Navarro (nubikini) https://www.pexels.com/@nubikini?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels from Pexels https://www.pexels.com/photo/orange-van-die-cast-model-on-pavement-385997/?utm_content=attributionCopyText&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pexels

23m
Aug 13, 2021
The Golden Goats

A fairy lets three farmhands borrow her three golden goats, for as long as they can hold onto them.  This Swedish folk tale was adapted by Elaine L. Lindy for the website Stories to Grow By https://storiestogrowby.org/story/three-golden-goats/, and is used by Elderberry Tales with permission. 

12m
Jul 26, 2021