Bear's Big Sleep: A Thanksgivingish Story for Kids

Bear's Big Sleep: A Thanksgivingish Story for Kids

Author: Rhea Pechter November 29, 2025 Duration: 12:16
Bear is worried and feels hurried as he races to eat enough before his big winter sleep, and he no longer has time to spend with his forest friends. So they devise a clever plan that will allow Bear to slow down, spend time with his pals, and get the food he needs all at the same time. Listen in to this delightful rhyming tale of friendship. Little Stories for Tiny People is a rotating library of original stories. As new stories are introduced, older stories are made exclusive to Little Stories Premium for a while before rotating back into the free collection. Unlock the full Little Stories Library and gain access to Little Stories for Sleep by becoming a Little Stories Premium subscriber. Join or gift a subscription by visiting littlestoriespremium.com. Premium subscribers: you can find this story in your premium podcast under its original air date, 11/19/17

Imagine a quiet corner where a friendly voice spins tales of curious hedgehogs, shy moons, and talking teapots. That's the gentle world of Little Stories for Tiny People, a podcast created by Rhea Pechter. Each episode is an entirely original story, lovingly crafted to be more than just background noise. These narratives are built with care, filled with endearing characters and inventive plots designed to genuinely spark a young listener's imagination. You'll find there's a thoughtful rhythm to the storytelling that aims to delight not just children, but the entire family sharing the experience. Whether you're navigating a long car ride, settling in for a bedtime routine, or simply need a moment of calm in the afternoon, this podcast offers a versatile collection of stories for any time. The main feed brings these charming adventures to life, while a premium option provides an ad-free journey with even more tales, including special content crafted for sleep. It’s a place where gentle humor and warmth are always part of the plot, making it a reliable companion for families looking to share a peaceful, creative moment together.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids
Podcast Episodes
Little Hedgehog Goes to the Circus: A Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:28
Little Hedgehog and Bebe cannot wait to take a field trip to the MOTH MUSEUM! But when it ends up being closed due to a moth mutiny, the class takes a trip to the forest circus instead. The circus is spectacular! But the…
PREMIUM PREVIEW: The Understudy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:53
This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Tess, the assistant director of the Farm Theater Group, is thrilled. Tomorrow is the group's opening night performance of "Beyond The Meadow" and she just…
The Frogs and The Houseguest: A Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:02
Mrs. Frog wishes her husband could be a bit warmer to other frogs, especially if he wants to join her for a dinner party next week. So Mr. Frog sets about to be as warm and friendly as he possibly can. By a stroke of goo…
PREMIUM PREVIEW: Mr. Beetle's Night Off [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:10
This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Mr. Beetle's story times have been erupting with boisterousness lately and he has reached the end of his patience. Gwen, his faithful assistant, suggests…
Kip Takes The Long Way: A Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:09
Kip has been itching to take a 'just because' walk in the woods. Finally, he gets his chance. He's got a whole day with nothing to do before he performs in a sunset concert with his band at Big Fish Pond. But what is mea…
The Fishermouse: A Wandering Sleep Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:57
Curl up in your bed of feathers with this sweet day-in-the-life story of a young fishermouse. This "Wandering Sleep Story" is part of a series available on Little Stories for Sleep, a bedtime podcast available to all Lit…
PREMIUM PREVIEW: Little Hedgehog's Summer Camp Adventure [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:07
This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Little Hedgehog and Bebe finally made it to Camp Prickletots! But because they've been assigned to different zones of camp, they will have few opportuniti…
A Van Named Pearl: A Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:03
Pearl loves her family, enjoys wearing her stylish hat, and looks forward to traveling to the mountains. She's also a minivan. You can write a story about anything, you know. Listen to find out what happens in this sweet…
Little Hedgehog Travels to Camp: A Story for Kids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:36
Little Hedgehog and Bebe are traveling to Camp Prickletots - the premier summer camp for adventurous young hedgehogs - all by themselves! What could possibly go wrong? You'll have to listen to find out. ENJOY! If you LOV…
PREMIUM PREVIEW: Another Treasure in the Forest [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:15
This is a preview of a story exclusive to Little Stories Premium. Raccoon finds a mysterious object as he is playing in the forest. Once he discovers its secret, he knows it will be nearly impossible to keep--but he is d…