The Fairy Tale Art Cart

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  Why Lizards Sunbathe: A Draw Along Story For Kids 08.08.2026 27m

  In today's draw along episode, we travel to Mexico for a folktale that answers the question: Why do lizards sunbathe? One morning, the sun doesn't rise and one by one, the biggest and strongest animals in the world go looking for it and give up. There's just one small animals who keeps looking. This is a story about what happens when everyone says it can't be done, but someone keeps going. Could the tiniest animal alive be the one who saves the entire forest?🎨 What You'll Draw Today (4 Drawing Prompts):The world without the sun La lagartija, the small but mighty lizard who won't stop searchingLa roca, the glowing rock with el sol (the sun) sleeping warmly insideLa fiesta, the wild, joyful celebration that calls the sun back out📦 Supplies You'll Need:4 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials (crayons, markers, colored pencils — whatever adds warmth and color!)🔗 Links & Resources:📬 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — monthly envelopes stuffed with a bonus episode, art projects, stickers, stationery & more → [link in description]📧 Sign up for the Fairy Tale Art Cart Newsletter — podcast news, early event access & newsletter exclusives → [link in description]🎧 Love this episode? Check out Why Mosquitos Buzz In People's Ears, another folktale where the sun goes out of the sky
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  Heungbu & Nolbu: A Draw Along Story For Kids 01.08.2026 31m

  In today's draw along episode, we travel to Korea for a beloved folktale called Heungbu and Nolbu. It's a story about two brothers whose choices about helping and kindness are very different, and a tiny injured swallow and magic seeds that bring some very unexpected rewards (think: gold, goblins, and debt collectors.)!This is a story about generosity, jealousy, and what it really means to give without expecting anything back. And along the way, your kids will draw four illustrated scenes!🎨 What You'll Draw Today (4 Drawing Prompts):Two very different homes side by side The swallow returning in spring, carrying a tiny seed in its beak One of Heungbu's magical gourds spilling open with richesOne of Nolbu's gourds...and Nolbu's face when it opens 📦 Supplies You'll Need:4 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials (crayons, markers, colored pencils — whatever adds a little pizzazz!)🔗 Links & Resources:📬 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — monthly old-school envelopes stuffed with a bonus episode, art projects, stickers, stationery & stories → [link in description]📧 Sign up for the Fairy Tale Art Cart Newsletter — podcast news, early event access & newsletter exclusives → [link in description]🎧 Loved this episode? Check out "The Calabash Children". It's another story about magic gourds!
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  Why Mosquitos Buzz In People's Ears: A Draw Along Story For Kids 18.07.2026 27m

  Ever wonder why mosquitos buzz in your ear at night? This West African folktale has the answer, and it starts with one tiny braggart who told one very big lie.In today's draw along episode, we follow the chain reaction set off when a boastful mosquito tells an outlandish story to an iguana. One by one, the animals of the forest misread what's happening, panic spreads, an owl's nest is lost, and suddenly... the sun won't rise. All because of one lie that nobody stopped to question.It's a beautifully layered folktale about the consequences of dishonesty, the way rumors spread, and why truth matters — wrapped in the most imaginative, kid-friendly story you'll hear all summer.🎨 What You'll Draw Today (5 Drawing Prompts):Mosquito bragging to Iguana — what does Iguana's dignified (but frustrated) face look like?Python all scrunched up inside Rabbit's cozy burrowCrow in mid-flight, sounding the alarm across the forestThe gathering of animals — King Lion presiding while each one tells their part of the storyMosquito hiding in the bushes, small and tucked away, as the forest figures out the truth📦 Supplies You'll Need:5 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials (crayons, markers, colored pencils, whatever helps you add pizzazz!)🔗 Links & Resources:📬 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — monthly envelopes stuffed with a bonus episode, art projects, stickers, stationery & more 📧 Sign up for the Fairy Tale Art Cart Newsletter — podcast news, early event access & newsletter exclusives 🎧 Love this episode? Check out "The King's Secret" — another folktale about truth-telling and the big problems lies create📌 Note for Grown-Ups: This story includes a moment where Iguana puts sticks in her ears. Rachael reminds young listeners that we never put anything in our ears — it's just part of the old folktale.
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  The Bossy Rooster: A Draw Along Story For Kids 11.07.2026 31m

  Ever been bossed around (or, ever done the bossing)? In this draw along episode, we tell a beloved Cuban folktale about a very proud rooster on his way to his uncle's wedding. When El Gallo, The Rooster, gets his magnificent beak muddy right before the ceremony, he demands that everyone around him fix the problem: the grass, the goat, the stick, the fire, the water. One by one, they all say... nooo way.It's not until Rooster stops demanding and starts asking that something beautiful happens. His old friend El Sol, the sun, reminds him that friendship is a two-way street and that even small, everyday acts of kindness matter more than we know.This folktale is told with a sprinkle of Spanish (and a whole lot of heart), making it a wonderful bilingual storytelling experience for little ears.What your child will draw:El Gallo the rooster, all dressed up with a muddy beakLa hierba (grass), la cabra (goat), el palo (stick), el fuego (fire), and el agua (water) — all saying no!El Sol the sun and El Gallo, side by side in friendshipWhat you'll need:2 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite coloring materials (crayons, markers, colored pencils — whatever adds pizzazz!)Mentioned in this episode:🐓 Episode: The Bremen Town Musicians (another rooster story!)📬 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — monthly envelopes full of bonus episodes, art projects, stickers & stationery📧 Sign up for the Fairy Tale Art Cart Newsletter for early access to live events & newsletter exclusives
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  How Maui Caught The Sun: A Draw Along Story For Kids 20.06.2026 24m

  What if the days were so short that by the time you said "good morning," it was already nighttime?In this draw along episode, we travel to the world of the Māori people and discover the folktale How Maui Caught the Sun, a story about Maui the demigod who is done waiting around for things to get better and decides, with his brothers by his side, to do something no one has ever dared to do before. Maui is clever. Maui is bold. And Maui has a plan that is either going to change the world...or go spectacularly wrong!Will ropes really be enough to hold the fastest thing in the sky?What You'll Need to Draw Along3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials — colored pencils, crayons, markers, whatever brings the pizzazz!Drawing Prompts in This EpisodeDrawing Prompt #1 — Invent a Sun Trap! Drawing Prompt #2 — Hiding at the Horizon Drawing Prompt #3 — Maui Faces the Sun About This EpisodeThis episode tells the Māori folktale How Maui Caught the Sun, a story about a bold young demigod who refuses to accept that the days are too short. When everyone else shrugs and goes to bed hungry and grumpy, Maui gathers his brothers, weaves ropes from harakeke plants through the night, and travels to the very edge of the world to catch the sun before it can race across the sky again.At the center of the story is the power of creative thinking, working together as a family, and being brave enough to try something nobody has ever tried before.Themes in this episode: creativity, bold thinking, teamwork, community, perseverance, the power of asking for changeGreat for ages: 4–10 (and the grown-ups who can't help listening too!)Links & Resources🐌 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — Become a supporting member and unlock bonus episodes PLUS a monthly envelope of art projects, stickers, stationery, and more delivered straight to your door! → CLICK HERE TO BECOME A MEMBER🖍️ Free Coloring Page — Download the free coloring page that goes along with this episode at our website → CLICK HERE TO GO TO COLORING PAGE DOWNLOAD🎧 Loved this episode? Listen next: Maui Brings Fire, another adventure with our bold and clever friend Maui, this time all about how the first flame came to the people!About the ShowThe Fairy Tale Art Cart is a draw along podcast for kids where you become the illustrator of the stories you hear. Host Rachael Harrington, art teacher turned globe-trotting professional storyteller, guides young artists through folktales from around the world, pausing the story for drawing prompts and music so kids can bring each scene to life on paper.Perfect for screen-free afternoons, car rides, rainy days, and bedtime wind-downs. All you need is paper, something to color with, and a wide-open imagination.New episodes drop regularly. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover the magic of draw-along storytelling!
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  The King & Moon: A Draw Along Story For Kids 13.06.2026 27m

  What would you do if you wanted something so badly that you'd go to the most outrageous, over-the-top lengths imaginable to get it?In this draw along episode, we travel to the Domincan Republic and discover a story called The King and the Moon. It's the tale of a very powerful king who looks up at the night sky one evening and decides he simply must have the moon. What follows is a chain of demands more ridiculous than the last, and a carpenter who finds himself caught in the middle of the most impossible task in the history of the kingdom.Will the king finally get what he wants? Or will his endless grabbing be the very thing that undoes him?🎨 What You'll Need to Draw Along3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials — colored pencils, crayons, markers, whatever brings the pizzazz!✏️ Drawing Prompts in This EpisodeDrawing Prompt #1 — The Moon Over the Island Drawing Prompt #2 — The Great Tower of Wooden Trunks Drawing Prompt #3 — The King on Top of the World 📖 About This EpisodeThis episode tells the Dominican folktale The King and the Moon, a story about a king who has everything and still wants more. When the king spots the moon from his palace window and declares "I want it," he sets off a chain of impossible orders: collect every wooden trunk on the island, chop down every tree, build a tower tall enough to touch the sky.At the center of it all is a quiet, careful carpenter who has, until this moment, led quite a peaceful life.Themes in this episode: greed, consequences, nature, humility, the limits of powerGreat for ages: 4–10 (and the grown-ups who can't help listening too!)🔗 Links & Resources🐌 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — Become a supporting member and unlock bonus episodes PLUS a monthly envelope of art projects, stickers, stationery, and more delivered straight to your door! 🖍️ Free Coloring Page — Download the free coloring page that goes along with this episode on Rachael's website 🎧 Loved this episode? Try next: Why Sky is So Far Away — another folktale all about the mysterious distance between the Earth and the sky💬 About the ShowThe Fairy Tale Art Cart is a draw along podcast for kids where you become the illustrator of the stories you hear. Host Rachael Harrington, art teacher turned globe-trotting professional storyteller, guides young artists through folktales from around the world, pausing the story for drawing prompts and music so kids can bring each scene to life on paper.Perfect for screen-free afternoons, car rides, rainy days, and bedtime wind-downs. All you need is paper, something to color with, and a wide-open imagination.New episodes drop regularly. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover the magic of draw-along storytelling!
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  The Empty Pot: A Draw Along Story For Kids 06.06.2026 30m

  What would you do if you had to show up with nothing but the truth, but the truth was actually all that you needed?In this episode, we travel all the way to ancient China for a folktale called The Empty Pot. It's the story of a boy named Ling who loves plants and gardens, and who is given a very special seed by the emperor himself. Ling waters it, tends it, sings to it, and moves it to a bigger pot...but nothing grows, not even a sprout. When the emperor asks all the children of the kingdom to return with what they've grown, Ling has to decide: does he show up with the truth, or does he try to fake it? What he discovers at the palace is a surprise that will make your heart do a little leap.This episode is packed with four drawing prompts, music interludes, and a story that will have your little artists thinking big thoughts about honesty and bravery.Themes in this episode: honesty, bravery, integrity, gardening, nature, doing your bestGreat for ages: 4–10 (and the grown-ups who love listening along!)🎨 What You'll Need to Draw Along4 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials (crayons, colored pencils, markers — anything that brings the pizzazz!)✏️ Drawing Prompts in This EpisodeDrawing Prompt #1 — The Emperor's Grand Gardens Drawing Prompt #2 — Two Flower Pots Drawing Prompt #3 — A Pattern of Palace Flowers Drawing Prompt #4 — Ling Becomes Emperor 🔗 Links & Resources🐌 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — Become a supporting member and unlock bonus episodes PLUS a monthly envelope of art projects, stickers, stationery, and more delivered right to your door! → CLICK HERE🖍️ Free Coloring Page — Download the free coloring page that goes along with this episode at our website → CLICK HERE🎧 Loved this episode? Try next: The Perfect Pot — another folktale featuring a very wise old clay pot, mentioned at the end of the episode!💬 About the ShowThe Fairy Tale Art Cart is a draw along podcast for kids where you become the illustrator of the stories you hear. Host Rachael Harrington- art teacher turned globe-trotting professional storyteller- guides young artists through folktales from around the world, pausing the story for drawing prompts and music so kids can bring each scene to life on paper.Perfect for screen-free afternoons, car rides, rainy days, and bedtime wind-downs. All you need is paper, something to color with, and a wide-open imagination.New episodes drop regularly. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover the magic of draw-along storytelling!
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  Gecko Who Never Gave Up: A Draw Along Story For Kids 30.05.2026 36m

  There's a drought in the land. The riverbed is dry. Every single animal, from the massive elephant to the squeaky little mouse, tries to stomp the water up from the ground. One by one, they all give up. But tiny little Gecko refuses to quit. The bigger animals laugh at him. They mock him. But, Gecko stomps anyway.This is a story about what happens when you keep going even when others say you can't. It's a story your kids will be talking about long after the episode ends, and that will help them cheer on the idea of determination.What You'll Need to Draw Along3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite coloring materials (crayons, markers, colored pencils — whatever adds some pizzazz!)The 3 Draw-Along Art Prompts in This EpisodeElephant stomping in the dry riverbed Determined little Gecko standing among all the big animals Gecko splashing in the rising river waterFeatured ArtistThis episode features hip hop and cajòn artist Randy Mason, kicking off the episode with an original rap that will get every kid in the room hyped and moving, continue to inspire your kids through all three music and drawing breaks. Check out Randy's work HERE.Want More Fairy Tale Art Cart?Download the FREE coloring page for this episode on my websiteBecome a supporting member of the show and join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club: your kids get a magical monthly envelope filled with art projects, stickers, stationery, and a bonus episode. Not ready for the full envelope? You can also get just the bonus episode for $2/month! Sign-up link at my Buy Me A Coffee Page!If your kids loved this episode, leave a review — it helps other families find their way to the Art Cart!
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  The Twelve Months: A Draw Along Story For Kids 23.05.2026 32m

  What if winter could turn into spring in an instant just because you were kind?In this magical draw along episode, we travel deep into a snowy Czech forest and discover one of the most enchanting folktales from Eastern Europe: The Twelve Months. It's a story about a girl named Marushka who loves nature so deeply that nature loves her right back...and about what happens when greed meets the 12 gnomes who rule the seasons.This episode is packed with three music filled drawing prompts and imaginative storytelling that will have your little artists reaching for their colored pencils before the first song begins.🎨 What You'll Need to Draw Along3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite coloring materials (colored pencils, crayons, markers — whatever brings the pizzazz!)✏️ Drawing Prompts in This EpisodeDrawing Prompt #1 — The Circle of woodland gnomes, who are The Twelve Months Drawing Prompt #2 — The Mountain Magically Changing Seasons Drawing Prompt #3 — The Magic of the Staff --> Themes in this episode: kindness, gratitude, the seasons, patience, nature, fairness--> Great for ages: 4–10 (and the grown-ups who listen alongside them!)🔗 Links & Resources🐌 Join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club — Become a supporting member and unlock bonus episodes PLUS a monthly envelope of art projects, stickers, stationery, and more delivered straight to your door! 🖍️ Free Coloring Page — Download the free coloring page that goes along with this episode on Rachael's website🎧 Loved this episode? Try next: Frost and Warmth — another folktale all about the difference between cold weather and warm weather💬 About the ShowThe Fairy Tale Art Cart is a draw along podcast where your kids become the illustrators of the stories they hear. Host Rachael Harrington (art teacher turned globe-trotting professional storyteller) guides young artists through folktales from around the world, pausing the story for drawing prompts and music so kids can bring each scene to life on paper using simple art materials.Perfect for screen-free afternoons, car rides, rainy days, and bedtime wind-downs. All you need is paper, something to color with, and a wide open imagination.New episodes drop regularly. Follow, subscribe, and leave a review to help more families discover the magic of draw-along storytelling!
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  Momotaro: A Draw Along Story For Kids 16.05.2026 25m

  Once upon a time, a kind old man and a kind old woman wished and wished for a child... and then one sunny washing day, a giant rosy peach came bobbing down the stream with the most surprising little someone tucked inside. In today's draw along folktale from Japan, a tiny peach-born boy named Momotaro grows big, strong, and brave enough to set off on the adventure of a lifetime. But he quickly learns that the greatest quests are never meant to be tackled alone. With a bag of kibi dango (millet dumplings) on his belt and three unlikely animal friends at his side, Momotaro discovers that teamwork, kindness, and sharing just might be the biggest treasure of all. Who will Momotaro meet on the road… and what's waiting for them across the water on the ogre's island?Grab your three pieces of drawing paper, your favorite crayons or markers, and let's open our imaginations wide!What's Inside This EpisodeA bright, bouncy folktale from Japan full of a giant peach, a brave little hero, three animal friends, and one big team adventureThree drawing breaks where your kid becomes the illustrator of the storyCozy, whimsical music to draw along to (which means you get a few peaceful minutes too)A warm, kid-sized lesson about teamwork, friendship, sharing, and how adventures are always better togetherWhat You'll Need3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials — crayons, markers, colored pencils, anything that brings the pizzazz!Drawing Prompts You'll HearThe cozy little house in the rolling hills — with the old woman heading to the stream one way and the old man heading to the forest the other wayMomotaro bursting out of the giant peach (a fun chance to practice drawing motion lines like a comic book illustrator!)The big, looming ogre's island — complete with the ogre's castle somewhere on itPerfect ForCurious kids ages 4–9 who love stories, art, and a little bit of braveParents looking for screen-free activities for kids to put on while folding laundry, sipping coffee, or sneaking in five quiet minutesRoad trips, rainy afternoons, quiet time, homeschool families, and any moment that calls for independent creative playFans of folktales for kids, bedtime stories, draw-along podcasts, and multicultural stories for childrenListen, Subscribe & Keep the Magic GoingLoved this episode? Head to THE PODCAST PAGE for a free Momotaro coloring page — perfect for keeping the story time magic going long after the credits roll.Want even more Fairy Tale Art Cart fun?Sign up for the Fairy Tale Art Cart newsletter for early ticket access, behind-the-scenes peeks, and creative kid-fun in your inboxBecome a member of the show and join the Fairy Snail Art Cart Club for a monthly old-school envelope packed with art projects, stickers, stationery, and a bonus episodeIf your kiddo loved this one, you'll also love the episode The Runaway Bun, another folktale about a piece of food that goes rolling right along.Stay playful, get creative, and keep imagining! ✏️🎨
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  The Cherry Tree: A Draw Along Story For Kids 09.05.2026 28m

  A little old man and a little old woman are stuck in the silliest standoff over who should walk down to the river to fetch the water...and the tomato, onion, and pepper sitting in a basket on the kitchen table are getting more frustrated with every grumpy “I don’t wanna!”In today’s draw-along folktale from Mexico called "The Cherry Tree", one teeny squabble snowballs into a juicy, sky-tumbling, storm-tossed adventure that nobody saw coming. The lesson tucked between the giggles that this story brings? Sometimes our stubbornness about the small stuff makes us miss the whole reason we set out in the first place. So… is anybody going to remember to bring back the water?Grab your three pieces of paper, your favorite crayons or markers, and let’s open our imaginations wide!What’s Inside This EpisodeA bubbly, silly folktale from Mexico full of veggie shenanigans, cherry tree snacking, and a very dramatic rainstormThree drawing breaks where your kid becomes the illustrator of the storyCozy, whimsical music to draw along to (which means you get a few peaceful minutes too)A gentle, kid-sized lesson about staying focused, working together, and not letting little arguments fully take over.What You’ll Need3 pieces of drawing paperYour favorite drawing materials — crayons, markers, colored pencils, anything that helps you add a little pizzaz to what you're drawing!Perfect ForCurious kids ages 4–9 who love stories, art, and a little bit of sillyParents looking for screen-free activities for kids to put on while folding laundry, sipping coffee, or sneaking in five quiet minutesHomeschool families, road trips, rainy afternoons, quiet time, and any moment that calls for independent creative playFans of folktales for kids, bedtime stories, draw-along podcasts, and multicultural stories for childrenListen, Subscribe & Keep the Magic GoingLoved this episode? Hit follow/subscribe in your favorite podcast app so you never miss a new draw along folktale. Then head to the show webpage for a FREE coloring page featuring The Cherry Tree, perfect for keeping the storytime magic going long after the episode ends.Want even more Fairy Tale Art Cart fun?Become a member of the show and join the brand-new Fairy Snail Art Cart Club for hand-illustrated story letters, color-your-own postcards & stickers, bonus episodes, and a do-it-at-home art project every monthIf your kiddo loved this one, you’ll also love our episode The Argument Sticks, a folktale from the Iroquois people about the wise advice a mother gives to her two arguing sons.Credit: I learned this story from the book 15 Minute Fingerplay Stories by Bill Gordh.Stay playful, get creative, and keep imagining! ✏️🍒
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  Aran Aung & The Elephants: A Draw Along Story For Kids 02.05.2026 34m

  What happens when 500 lost elephants stomp their way into what they think is a cave? The answer will simply bloooowwww you away! In today’s screen-free draw along folktale episode called Aran Aung and the Elephants, your young story artist will discover that even when you’re lost (and a little bit grouchy), help has a funny way of arriving in the most unexpected ways: sometimes from a kind stranger, and sometimes in the form of a world-shaking sneeze. Grab 3 pieces of paper and your favorite coloring materials and get ready for a rumbling, tumbling adventureWhat You'll Need3 pieces of drawing paperYour child's favorite coloring materials (markers, crayons, colored pencils — whatever brings the pizazz)About 30–35 minutes of listening-and-drawing magicDrawing Prompts In This EpisodeAran Aung the great big happy-go-lucky giant snoozing against the side of a Himalayan mountain. What does his giant nap look like in a warm, glowy sun spot?500 grumpy, lost elephants venturing into a wind whooshing cave, set in a whole forest scene of trees, mountains, and rivers.500 elephants zipping, zapping, cartwheeling, somersaulting, and bouncing off clouds as they fly through the air. Your kids get to imagine the wildest sky-tumbles!What Your Story Artist Takes AwayHelp has a funny way of arriving when you need it: sometimes from a kind stranger, sometimes from a giant sneezeIt's okay to be lost or have something not go according to plan. The trick is working productively towards a solution; arguing about it just keeps you stuck longerEven the wildest detour can land you exactly where you wanted to goThree finished drawings, big giggles, and a calm, screen-free kid at the end of the story!Keep The Screen Free Magic GoingLoved this episode? Keep the creativity flowing between new Fairy Tale Art Cart episodes by becoming a member of the show.Members at $2/month unlock a bonus audio episode straight to your inbox. Members at $12/month also join the Snail Mail Club: a real envelope of story letters, art-making activities, and stickers delivered to your old-school mailbox. Tap this Buy Me A Coffee Membership link to join.Catch Us Live (Sidebar)🎤 The Fairy Tale Art Cart performs live at Buunni Coffee, Inwood on Saturday, May 17, 2026 with hip-hop artist and cajón player Randy Mason.🎵 This episode's live music: Andy Seagrave of Seagrave Sounds (catch him every Monday night at Phil Young's House of Blues in Harlem, NYC)🎉 New: The Fairy Tale Art Cart launches on Yoto Player on June 2, 2026 — screen-free podcast bliss right inside your kid's Yoto Player!
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  The King's Secret: A Draw Along Story For Kids 25.04.2026 31m

  Once upon a time in Ireland, there lived a king with a secret so enormous, so embarrassing, so downright ridiculous that he had not told a single soul — not the queen, not his children, not even his dog (and dogs, as you know, are excellent listeners). In today's draw along episode, The King's Secret, your story artist meets a young barber named Liam who is about to learn two things the hard way: secrets are very heavy to carry, and the truth has a funny way of finding its voice anyway. Grab 3 pieces of paper and your favorite coloring materials — you are about to illustrate a royal hairstyle studio, a whispering willow tree, and a flute that refuses to keep its mouth shut. What on earth is this king hiding under that ceiling-tall crown?What You'll Need3 pieces of drawing paperYour child's favorite coloring materials (markers, crayons, colored pencils — whatever adds a little pizazz)About 30–35 minutes of listening-and-drawing magicDrawing Prompts In This EpisodeFive (or more!) wildly different royal hairstyles — your kid is the barber in charge of making everyone in the castle look fabulousA beautiful willow tree with draping, rustling branches — set into a whole meadow scene of sky, grass, and quiet countrysideThe magical singing flute — notes, words, musician, listeners… whatever your little story artist's imagination dreams upWhat Your Story Artist Takes AwaySecrets are heavy — and letting the truth out can feel like putting down a giant backpackThe "embarrassing" thing we try to hide often becomes the thing people love mostCourage looks a lot like a mother marching up to a palace to save her sonThree finished drawings, some good giggles, and a calm, screen-free kid at the end of itKeep The Screen-Free Magic GoingLoved this episode? Keep the creativity flowing between new Fairy Tale Art Cart episodes by becoming a member of the show.Members unlock bonus draw-along episodes made just for them: more folktales, more drawing breaks, more quiet-time wins for you. Tap the membership link in the episode description to join.
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  The Calabash Children: A Draw Along Story For Kids 18.04.2026 23m

  Story artists, grab your crayons and your drawing paper because the story in today's episode is about to get fuuuun! In this magical Tanzanian folktale called The Calabash Children, a lonely woman makes a wish so impossible it could never, ever come true… except it totally does, in the most way imaginable. And just when you think you've figured out where this story is going, buckle up, because the calabash children have a surprise so delightfully unexpected that your kids will be scribbling furiously and begging you to hit replay!The Fairy Tale Art Cart is an interactive draw along podcast where your kids become the illustrators of the stories they hear! It's the perfect screen-free creative activity for busy families. Grab your crayons and settle in for a story, art, and music filled activity time that keeps little hands busy, sparks big imagination, and brings fairy tales to life!Get even more Fairy Tale Art Cart! --> Become a member for bonus episodes or to join the all new Snail Mail Club!Stay in the loop --> Sign up for the newsletter to get first news about the show and learn about live performances of the show!
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  The Story Bag: A Draw Along Story For Kids 11.04.2026 31m

  What if the stories you never told came alive? Once upon a mischievous midnight, a young boy's unspoken tales burst free from the bag he's kept them in and create quite a flurry! What happens next will have your little ones smiling wide and begging for one more story. This is the Korean folktale called The Story Bag.The Fairy Tale Art Cart is an interactive draw along podcast where your kids get to become the illustrators of the stories they hear! It's the perfect screen-free creative activity for busy families! Grab your crayons and settle in for a story, art, and music filled activity time that keeps little hands busy, sparks big imagination, and brings fairy tales to life!Get even more Fairy Tale Art Cart! --> Become a member for bonus episodes or to join the all new Snail Mail Art Club!Stay in the loop --> Sign up for the newsletter to get first news about the show and learn about live performances of the show!
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  The Bell of Atri: A Draw Along Story For Kids 04.04.2026 22m

  The people of a small village, decide to build a bell tower in the middle of the square with one rule: anyone who has been treated unfairly can ring it... but wait until you hear who rings it in this retelling of the Italian folktale called The Bell of Atri! The Fairy Tale Art Cart is an interactive draw along podcast where your kids get to become the illustrators of the stories they hear! It's the perfect screen-free creative activity for busy families! Grab your crayons and settle in for a story, art, and music filled activity time that keeps little hands busy, sparks big imagination, and brings fairy tales to life!Get even more Fairy Tale Art Cart! --> Become a member for bonus episodes or to join the all new Snail Mail Club!Stay in the loop --> Sign up for the newsletter to get first news about the show and learn about live performances of the show!
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  The Magician's Library: A Draw Along Story For Kids 28.03.2026 27m

  Ready for your kids to outwit an evil magician, one drawing at a time? In this adventurous episode of The Fairy Tale Art Cart: Draw Along Stories For Kids, a young man named John begins reading books from the secret library of an evil magician. When the magician finds out, a wild ride of wit and magic ensues!The Fairy Tale Art Cart is the perfect screen-free creative activity for busy families! Grab your crayons and settle in for an art filled storytime that keeps little hands busy, sparks big imagination, and brings fairy tales to life!Get even more Fairy Tale Art Cart! --> Become a member for bonus episodes and more!Stay in the loop --> Sign up for the newsletter to get first news about the show and learn about live performances of the show!
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  Tom's Green Handkerchief: A Draw Along Story For Kids 17.03.2026 22m

  🍀 Grab your crayons and get ready for a little Saint Patrick's Day magic! In this episode of The Fairy Tale Art Cart: Draw Along Stories For Kids, host Rachael Harrington retells the hilarious Irish folktale "Clever Tom," a tale packed with wit, trickery, and the kind of laugh-out-loud fun that keeps little ears perked up and tuned in. Your kids will listen, imagine, and draw their way through this whimsical folktale adventure...all with nothing more than paper and crayons! Whether you need 30 minutes to make dinner, answer emails, or just breathe, this screen-free activity for kids delivers independent, creativity-building fun that you can feel genuinely good about. Hit play, hand them the crayons, and let The Fairy Tale Art Cart do the rest! 🎨✨🎉 Show Links:www.rachaelharrington.com/fairy-tale-art-cart-podcastBecome a member of the show at Rachael's Buy Me A Coffee pageinstagram: @fairytale_artcartMake sure to subscribe to the show, leave a review, and stop by the show page for a free coloring page download.
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  The Crane's Gratitude: A Draw-Along Story For Kids (POP-UP Episode!) 10.02.2026 22m

  **The Crane's Gratitude - Folktale Draw-Along | Valentine's Day Story for Kids**Join storyteller Rachael Harrington for a magical Valentine's Day draw-along adventure with "The Crane's Gratitude," a beloved Japanese folktale perfect for children! In this episode of The Fairy Tale Art Cart podcast, your kids will listen to and illustrate this heartwarming story about kindness, gratitude, trust, respect, and love.**About The Folktale:**Follow the story of Yoshi, a kind farmer who rescues a beautiful crane from a hunter's trap. When a mysterious young woman named Tsuru arrives at his door seeking shelter, an enchanting friendship begins. But when curiosity leads Yoshi to break a promise, he discovers Tsuru's magical secret. This touching tale teaches children about keeping promises, respecting boundaries, and the true meaning of love and friendship.Perfect for screen-free creative time and Valentine's Day storytelling, this interactive draw-along episode encourages kids to create their own illustrations while learning valuable lessons about trust, gratitude, and compassion.**What You'll Find in This Episode:**✨ Classic Japanese folklore retelling for children🎨 Step-by-step drawing activity for kids💝 Valentine's Day themes: love, kindness, and friendship🖍️ Creative art projects inspired by Japanese culture📚 Educational storytelling with moral lessons🦢 Learn about cranes and Japanese traditions👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly content for ages 4-10**Keywords:** Japanese folktales for kids, Valentine's Day stories for children, draw along podcast, art and storytelling for kids, The Grateful Crane story, creative activities for children, folklore podcast, kids art projects, storytime podcast, fairy tale drawing lessons, cultural stories for kids, character education, trust and friendship stories, Valentine's Day activities, children's literature podcast, homeschool art resources, elementary art lessons**Visit The Podcast Website:**Head to www.rachaelharrington.com/fairy-tale-art-cart-podcast to download free coloring pages, find supply lists for this episode's art project, and access show notes with discussion questions for families and educators.**Sign Up for The Fairy Tale Art Cart Newsletter:**Never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Fairy Tale Art Cart newsletter at www.rachaelharrington.com for episode notifications, fun newsletter exclusives, and first access to live event tickets.**Become a Member:**Love The Fairy Tale Art Cart? Join the membership community and unlock exclusive benefits including bonus episodes, extended draw-along tutorials, additional art project ideas, printable resources, and early access to new content. Support the show while getting even more creative storytelling fun for your family! Visit www.rachaelharrington.com to learn more about membership options.**Leave a Review:**If your family enjoys The Fairy Tale Art Cart podcast, please leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform! Your reviews help other families discover our show and inspire us to create more magical draw-along folktale adventures. Share what stories and art projects your kids love most!**Perfect for:** Parents, teachers, homeschoolers, art educators, librarians, and anyone looking for engaging educational content that combines storytelling, art, creativity, and character development.**Tags:** #FairyTaleArtCart #DrawAlongPodcast #KidsStorytelling #JapaneseFolktales #ValentinesDayForKids #ArtForKids #ChildrensPodcast #CreativeKids #StoryAndArt #HomeschoolArt #FolklorePodcast #KidsActivities
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  How Hummingbird Got Her Colors (Re-release): A Draw-Along Folktale For Kids 31.12.2025 26m

  Happy New Year 2025! As we get ready to welcome 2026, I thought it'd be fun to re-release the very first ever episode of The Fairy Tale Art Cart as a way to reflect on the amazing journey of the show so far. This new year already holds some pretty incredible things for the podcast (click that newsletter subscribe button to be the first to know) - so thank you for being here and being a part of the creativity!Grab your favorite drawing materials and wrap up in something colorful and cozy, because today's screen-free drawing story takes us to Brazil for the story How Hummingbird Got Her Colors. It's a story of friendship and creativity that will have you giggling and getting imaginative!With playful narration and fun illustration prompts, kids build creativity, focus, and storytelling skills—no screens required. Perfect for car rides, quiet afternoons, or family creative time together.🎉 Links for The Fairy Tale Art Cart:Contact Me For Live Storytelling Bookings: ⁠⁠EMAIL ME⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Become A Supporter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY ME A COFFEE PAGE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Coloring Page & Sign Up For Newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PODCAST PAGE⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Visit My ⁠⁠⁠WEBSITE⁠⁠⁠