What happens when kindness, compassion, love, and joy escape Diphofolong Forest? Join Khutšo Swafo on a journey through the life of Palesa and the animals of Diphoofolong Forest as they navigate a world turned upside down. Together, they aim to rediscover the harmony that once held them together. Parks and Read · Buy Khutšo Swafo's book now · Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time m...
Jul 05, 2025•7 min0
Gomolemo Moagi reads her book, Bontle's New Wheels, in Sesotho. Bontle ke ngwanana ya dilemo tse supileng, o motle, ka mahlo a sootho a maholo a benya seka dinaledi. Bontle o rata ho ya sekolong empa ho na le seo Bontle a se hlokang seo bana ba that the other children don’t. bang ba sa se hlokeng. Bontle is a seven-year-old girl, she is beautiful, with big brown eyes that shine like stars. Bontle loves going to school but there is something Bontle needs that the other children don’t. New Africa ...
May 31, 2025•8 min0
Listen to this heartfelt story, read by author, Gomolemo Moagi. Bontle is a beautiful girl with eyes as big as marbles and as sparkly as stars. Bontle loves going to school, but there is one thing Bontle needs that the other children don’t. Listen to the story in English or scroll through the episodes to find the story in Sesotho. Visit New Africa Books for Bontle's New Wheels: English, Sesotho, isiZulu · Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcast...
May 31, 2025•6 min0
A rainbow baby is a child born after a pregnancy loss of any kind. This story song relates Sweet Little Rylee’s wonderment at her baby brother growing in her Mommy’s tummy. After Ryan is born, Rylee is a model older sister, and the story speaks of their sibling bond and the song they will share forever. This episode features the multi-talented Erica Afrika-Bredenkamp, who plays the role of Mom and entwines chorus vocals with Lynn Joffe. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe. Co-composed by Lynn Jof...
Mar 01, 2025•3 min0
Lulu & Sarge are a dachshund duo who are on a mission to solve crimes in the animal kingdom. Their first mission is to take on bullying bees who are stealing from fellow-worker’s hives. Even in the heat of fur-raising crime-raids, the little Sarge is keenly aware of obeying her gut feel, reminding the ambitious DCI Lulu that stopping off for ice-cream is as important as saving the planet. Written and read by Amanda Horwitz. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available o...
Feb 03, 2025•12 min0
This podcast gives an overview of the value of the heard word in stimulating literacy and love of literature in very young children. It is my experience and my conviction that the lifelong love of reading is presaged, stimulated, enhanced and vitalised by the act of hearing audio stories as children. This is the impetus behind the creation of this unique podcast series. In narrative, rhythm, rhyme, verse and song. Written and narrated by storyteller and author, Lynn Joffe, aka Auntie Lala. Want ...
Dec 31, 2024•19 min0
Jamie is a little boy who was born with severe cerebral palsy. His mommy, Lara Nathen, narrates her heartwarming book about his superpower - his smile - that makes all the difference in a world in need of more love and laughter. Jamie's superpower makes all the difference in a world in need of more love and laughter. He is our greatest gift and brings such happiness to those he meets and everyone around him. He is the heart and soul of us and he has taught us that there is a superpower in us all...
Nov 21, 2024•5 min0
(African Tales) A captivating children's story in rhythm, rhyme and song. Lenny is afraid of everything; from noises in the night to his shadow on the wall. Most scary for him is traffic, the cars and buses in the city. One day his mother sends him to visit his grandmother far away. While on the journey, he meets a wise, courageous little white mouse, who gives him the life lessons needs to face life with courage. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Ou...
Sep 14, 2024•4 min0
(African Tales) Cheeky and Chirpy are sent to market by their mother. They are accosted along the way by a Robber Duck who steals their seeds and flies away, The chicks are upset. The duck can fly and they cannot. They realise that the seed dropped by Robber Duck have created a trail that leads to the villian's nest. Robber Duck goes to Bird Prison and the chicks go home to their worried mother. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also...
Sep 07, 2024•4 min0
(Story Song) (Lullaby) Colour their dreams ... red and yellow and pink and green. Purple and orange and blue. You're probably singing it in your head right now. Play the song at bedtime as a soothing lullaby that will have your baby learning ... and soothed to a peaceful sleep in glorious audio technicolour. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
Aug 28, 2024•4 min0
(Story Song) You all know the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. But we bet you've never heard it like this before. Taught to my mother by her mother, we've taught this song to our daughters and their daughters. A classic story song recalled for five generations ... and counting. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
Aug 21, 2024•4 min0
(African Tales) Alakazam! Alakazing! The power of your mind is a magical thing ... with these words, Pitterpat the Crazee Caterpillar takes us on an amazing, musical adventure under the sea. Thomas the Jazz Kat and Bliksem da Bone meet a washed-up crooner called Stingray Charles and help him find his swing. But can they find their way back home? Listen to the story ... sing the songs ... and use your imagination. You can buy a copy of this story in book form (South Africa delivery only) · Want t...
Aug 14, 2024•13 min0
(African Tales) (ECD) Join the Chameleon Called McKoi on his episodic journey to self-discovery and storytelling fun. B.o.r.e.d of his humdrum life in Bunduland, McKoi meets the Magical Mantis who tell him, 'Sounds like you need a change.' With these words the Magical Mantis inducts McKoi into the power of his imagination in a series of colourful adventures in his quest to become 'The Real McKoi.' Produced by Zach Haines. Starring the voices of Alex Jay, Jeremy Crutchley, Zach Haines, Anton Schm...
Aug 07, 2024•21 min0
(Story Song) (ECD) From the time your little baby's born, their life is in your hands. You know you've got make them big and strong to meet all of life's demands. So here's a little song to sing when you're giving and caring Some time to dance and time to sing in sharing and living and caring. Woza Mtwana, move with baby. Early Childhood Movement Exercises to delight and develop children under 5 years old. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcas...
Jul 31, 2024•3 min0
(African Tales) Eddie the Elephant's trunk was too big and his tail was too small, according to the other animals on the school bus. But when the bus broke down one day, Eddie showed true grit. And became the hero of the school. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of determination as part of the United Nations Rights of the Child. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also availa...
Jul 24, 2024•4 min0
(African Tales) Miss Molly the Hippo loved dancing. Her doting mommy loves her dearly and encourages her to pursue her dreams. Molly is different to the other fish at the swim school who tease her for not being able to compete in their gala. Miss Molly is undetered and discovers nifty resources that suit her purpose. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of resourcefuless as part of the UN Right...
Jul 21, 2024•5 min0
(African Tales) Inky Pinky Ponky was a selfish donkey ... until one day, at the funfair, he met a pony who was caught in the rain and learned how much fun it was to share his tickets and make a new friend. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of generosity as part of the UN Rights of the Child. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also...
Jul 10, 2024•5 min0
(African Tales) Gina is such a lazy giraffe, she never helps her friends on the ground. Until one day, a storm breaks out and she sees how helpful all the other animals are. And changes her tune. This story was written to embody the quality of hard-workingness and is part of the United Nations Rights of the Child. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
Jul 03, 2024•4 min0
(Story Song) This charming song tells of a mother fish and her babies who are threatened by a wily fox and triumph to swim another day. This story song was taught to Lynn by her mother, who was taught by her mother, who was taught by hers. It's an evergreen song that finds a new voice for a new generation. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
May 28, 2024•4 min0
(ECD) Created to teach young children about electricity, this rhythm and rhyme tale offers a new look and sound for the alphabet. Ruby teaches her baby brother how electricity savings work in a memorable and fun way. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
May 08, 2024•6 min0
(ECD) Ruby sneaks downstairs for a midnight feast and leaves the fridge door wide upon while she makes her choices. Freddy Fridge is very upset about her careless electricity habits and has a complete meltdown. Created to demonstrate electricity savings to young children, this is one of several charming stories featuring Sweet Little Ruby and her anthropomorphic appliances. A story created as an edutainment device to teach very young children about electricity savings. Sweet Little Ruby is scare...
May 08, 2024•5 min0
(ECD) Sweet Little Ruby, she just loves to bath. But daydreaming of other watery places, she runs too much hot water ... and Hottie the Hot Tap has a lot to say about it. Created to teach small children about electricity savings, this episode demonstrates the need to save hot water in a fun, memorable story in rhythm and rhyme. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
May 08, 2024•4 min0
(ECD) Created to teach young children about electricity savings, this charming episode finds Ruby preparing for bed and scared of the dark. She imagines all sorts of strange shapes and, terrified, doesn't want the light switched off. The light comes to life in the persona of Laaitie Lightswitch, who sings Ruby a soothing lullaby to learn about energy saving and send her to sleep. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Ap...
May 08, 2024•4 min0
(Story Song) (ECD) This old music hall song is given fresh life with a carnival barker narrator and a whole bunch of new verses. There's also a simple rhythmic chant at the end of each verse that small children will catch on to real quick. It's a singalong to remember. Want to share something with us? · Our podcasts are also available on Spotify · Our podcasts are also available on Apple · Join the Solid Gold Story Time mailing list...
Apr 09, 2024•2 min0
