Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages

Throwback: Jack and the Beanstalk

Nov 5, 2024

Dive into the enchanting world of 'Jack and the Beanstalk' where young Jack makes a desperate trade for magic beans! Witness his thrilling ascent up the beanstalk to confront a giant, uncover treasures, and face danger head-on. The story sparks discussions about creativity, family, and the importance of courageous choices. Plus, it encourages listeners to share their artwork, bringing the tale to life in new, imaginative ways. Get ready for a fun-filled adventure that combines timeless storytelling with interactive play!

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Jack's transformation from a struggling boy to a local hero highlights the importance of courage and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.

The theme of adventure, fueled by curiosity and risk, serves as a critical element in Jack's journey and growth throughout the story.

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The Beginning of Jack's Adventure

Jack, a young boy living in a village, faces hardship when a giant steals all the crops, leaving his family in want. With their cow Betsy unable to provide milk, Jack's mother sends him to sell her at the market for food. On his way, Jack encounters Mr. Macklin, a mysterious salesman who offers him three magical beans in exchange for Betsy. Jack agrees, believing the magical beans will bring fortune, but is met with disappointment when he returns home and reveals the trade to his mother.

Intro

2min

Jack's Desperate Trade for Magic Beans

9min

Jack's Epic Encounter with the Giant

15min

Today we're doing a throwback episode to one of our favorites from the early days of Stories Podcast. A boy, a cow, some magic beans and an unruly giant. THIS EPISODE IS FE FI FO FUN! (sorry not sorry for that terrible joke.)

Check out Stories RPG our new show where we play games like Starsworn with all your Max Goodname friends, and Gigacity Guardians featuring the brilliant firefly! https://link.chtbl.com/gigacity

Draw us a picture of what you think any of the characters in this story look like, and then tag us in it on instagram @storiespodcast! We'd love to see your artwork and share it on our feed!!

If you would like to support Stories Podcast, you can subscribe and give us a five star review on iTunes, check out our merch at storiespodcast.com/shop, follow us on Instagram @storiespodcast, or just tell your friends about us!

Check out our new YouTube channel at youtube.com/storiespodcast. If you've ever wanted to read along with our stories, now you can! These read-along versions of our stories are great for early readers trying to improve their skills or even adults learning English for the first time. Check it out.

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