Tomas loves to tap. He’s seen some new shoes. He desperately wants them. They sparkle and the thought of wearing them makes his heart skip a beat. The problem is he doesn’t need them, and his parents aren’t going to stump up the money for new tap shoes. He feels angry but determined to make them his. Luckily Shelly understands. There are lots of things she wants too. Can she help Tomas learn the value of saving and working towards your goal? Are want and need the same thing? What exactly is delayed gratification, and does it matter in many areas of our lives? Listen to find out.

Highlights include – meeting a group of political worker worms, Shelly going mad telling us everything she wants in the world and tap dancing galore.

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Performed and written by Josie & Jemma @shellyandthecandokids

Edited by @benjamincuts

Backing music sourced from the wonderful @artlist.io

Shelly artwork @efabm

With thanks to and in memory of Chris Stuart who wrote our opening number.

*These stories are meant to be light-hearted. We are not child psychologists, so always find qualified sources of information/support for your children.

*All swear words from our unqualified (in everything but showing-off) tortoise beeped!

This episode contains a trailer for Koala Moon

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Daphne love, love, loves Greek mythology! The problem is this makes her feel unusual, different from her friends. When her teacher tells the class that this term they'll be studying The Greeks, she doesn't know what to do. She doesn't want to stand out, BUT she can't bear to hold in all the ideas and stories, swirling in her brain. Fortuitously, Shelly can help with this one! She's been called all sorts of names in her life - weirdo, crackpot, eccentric, odd! Can Shelly help Daphne step out of the chorus, into the spotlight? How does it feel to have different interests from your friends? Could uniqueness really be superpower? Listen to find out.

Highlights include – an air-guitar teaching heron, singing a classic 90's track, a low budget re-enactment of the original Olympic Games and a garden party that EVERYONE is invited to!

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With thanks to Ian Dench for playing Hal the Heron and Margo, Tilly and Etta for their roles as Starlings.

Extra thanks to EMF, Kobalt and BMG for the use of the song Unbelievable.

Performed and written by Josie & Jemma @shellyandthecandokids

Edited by @benjamincuts

Backing music sourced from the wonderful @artlist.io

Shelly artwork @efabm

With thanks to and in memory of Chris Stuart who wrote our opening number.

*These stories are meant to be light-hearted. We are not child psychologists, so always find qualified sources of information/support for your children.

*All swear words from our unqualified (in everything but showing-off) tortoise beeped!

This episode contains a trailer for Armchair Adventures

Armchair Adventures is a super-fun adventure series for kids aged 6-10.

Join Connie and her gang of explorers for a new adventure every episode. Using your imagination, you’ll visit magical places, meet extraordinary people and learn a thing or two along the way. It’s jam-packed full of singing and move-along fun. It's perfect for playtime, those gloomy rainy days, boring car journeys, and even round at your grannys!

New episodes are released fortnightly.

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Neema doesn’t want to help out at home, she just wants to rollerblade. Who can blame her, chores are boring, right? Things come to a head with her dad. He thinks helping out is exactly what she should be doing. Thankfully Shelly is on hand to assist Neema, as she works through this contentious family issue. Utilizing songs and chat, Shelly tries to show Neema that helping out matters. Why is it important that everyone works as a team in a family? Are there lessons to be learnt from doing basic household tasks? How can ‘helping out’ make you feel? Listen to find out.

Highlights include – harried and harassed worker bees, a pair of antipodean-former-clubbing-twin-owls, a catchy tune extolling the virtues of teamwork.

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If you loved today’s story, share it with your friends, neighbours, colleagues and everyone you see while hiking the mountain you decided to hike.

Performed and written by Josie & Jemma @shellyandthecandokids

Edited by @benjamincuts

Backing music sourced from the wonderful @artlist.io

Shelly artwork @efabm

With thanks to and in memory of Chris Stuart who wrote our opening number.

*These stories are meant to be light-hearted. We are not child psychologists, so always find qualified sources of information/support for your children.

*All swear words from our unqualified (in everything but showing-off) tortoise beeped!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.