Title	Summary	Date Published	YouTube
Joan’s Climb	Joan sneaks past a barrier to reach the top of a historic lighthouse—but the view isn’t what takes her breath away. Will fear stop her, or can she find the courage to climb down?	June 23rd, 2025	Joan’s Climb
Second Chances	When Jay moves to a snowy countryside with relatives he barely knows, he expects boredom—but building a snow fort with his prickly cousin sparks something unexpected: the start of a new beginning.	June 24th, 2025	Second Chances
The Basement Breakout	When Jackie shows up with a homemade escape room and locks Alex and Annie in the basement, it’s game on—can they solve the clues before time runs out? Let’s find out!	June 25th, 2025	The Basement Breakout
The Lost Trophy	When a snowstorm delays more than just school, Uncle Jasper finally shares the secret behind a missing trophy—and a mistake he buried long ago. What would you have done?	June 26th, 2025	The Lost Trophy
The Clever Little Hen	When a bossy crow tries to take over their home, a clever little hen leads the baby birds in a hilarious plan to annoy him away—proving brains beat brawn every time!	June 27th, 2025	The Clever Little Hen

Title	Summary	Date Published	YouTube
The Boxwood Apartments	A quiet observer watches bird families in a backyard boxwood, learning their rhythms, rivalries, and resilience—and discovering unexpected connection, wonder, and belonging through a summer of birdwatching.	June 16th, 2025	The Boxwood Apartments
Caught in the Moment	During a tense baseball game, an underdog player makes a last-second, game-saving catch that transforms how others see him—and how he sees himself—proving one moment can change everything.	June 17th, 2025	Caught in the Moment
A New Day on Sycamore Lane	A city girl moves to a crumbling Virginia house she dislikes—until its quiet presence, local stories, and forgotten memories slowly help her feel connected, grounded, and unexpectedly at home.	June 18th, 2025	A New Day on Sycamore Lane
Heatwaves and Haze	During a sweltering power outage, Ben dozes off and dreams of a surreal world shaped by heat—only to wake and find the AC back on, making the return of electricity feel like magic.	June 19th, 2025	Heatwaves and Haze
The Wise Empress	When a storm-controlling villain floods ancient China, brave Empress Lin teams up with a fiery spirit to protect her people, repair the sky, and restore sunlight using five magical colors.	June 20th, 2025	The Wise Empress

Title	Summary	Date Published	YouTube
The Seeds of Patience	After choosing gardening over summer fun, Nina’s hard work is tested by a goat’s destruction. Instead of giving up, she starts again—learning that growth takes time, effort, and resilience.	June 9th, 2025	The Seeds of Patience
Worth Every Cent	Emily resists impulse buying during a shopping trip with friends, choosing to stick to her savings goals instead—learning that saying no now can lead to more meaningful yeses later.	June 10th, 2025	Worth Every Cent
Just Enough	Nathan resists pressure to do his roommate’s homework, sticking to a promise to focus on his own work—even when it’s hard—ultimately offering a small hint, but not a shortcut.	June 11th, 2025	Just Enough
What the Violin Knows	A determined young violinist prepares for a local recital, pouring his heart into his music and learning that true expression matters more than praise, win or lose.	June 12th, 2025	What the Violin Knows
The Happy Hunter and the Skillful Fisher	Two brothers switch roles, but when the Happy Hunter loses a special hook, he journeys to the Sea King’s palace, discovers its magic, and returns home to restore peace and forgiveness.	June 13th, 2025	The Happy Hunter and the Skillful Fisher

Title	Summary	Date Published	YouTube
Waste Not	When Max takes a backpack meant as a birthday gift, he must make things right—learning alongside his cousin Jake that honesty, effort, and small actions can make a big difference.	May 26th, 2025	Waste Not
The Bracelet	When Cecilia trades a meaningful gift to impress classmates, she learns that real leadership means honesty, not image—and reconnects with Leonora in a heartfelt moment that reshapes their friendship.	May 27th, 2025	The Bracelet
Earned Not Given	When Marcus works hard to earn new shoes and Lawrence misses his chance, both boys learn the value of follow-through, personal responsibility, and earning what you want through consistent effort.	May 28th, 2025	Earned Not Given
The Space Between Desks	A homeschooled teen struggles to fit into public high school, facing awkward stumbles, quiet bravery, and subtle shifts in belonging as she slowly begins to claim space in her new world.	May 29th, 2025	The Space Between Desks
The Hare and the Crocodiles	A clever hare tricks crocodiles to cross the sea, but learns an important lesson about honesty—and discovers that kindness and integrity, not tricks, lead to true healing and lasting respect.	May 30th, 2025	The Hare and the Crocodiles

Title	Summary	Date Published	YouTube
A Day in the Garden	Best friends Jade and Tasha feel overlooked after being excluded from a farm trip but enjoy a rewarding day at an urban garden, discovering joy in nature and community.	May 19th, 2025	A Day in the Garden
The Secret of It	Struggling in math, Frank feels discouraged until his brother Kent reminds him that effort, not comparison, is the key to growth—helping Frank believe in himself and feel ready to try again.	May 20th, 2025	The Secret of It
Lily Day	When people across Maple Hill bring lilies to decorate the community stage, their kindness and creativity turn a simple concert into a joyful surprise now remembered as the first “Lily Day.”	May 21st, 2025	Lily Day
Northlight	New kid Nuka, fresh from Greenland, finds friendship, pizza, and belonging after a quiet act of kindness sparks connection—and a superhero moment—in this heartwarming middle school story of empathy and inclusion.	May 22nd, 2025	Northlight
The Farmer and the Badger	A mischievous badger learns a lesson about honesty and consequences when a clever rabbit outsmarts him in this kid-friendly retelling of a Japanese folktale—perfect for fans of animal trickster stories.	May 23rd, 2025	The Farmer and the Badger

Title	Summary	Publication Date	YouTube
Reading the Signs	In fall baseball practice, Max befriends Leo, a quiet boy who analyzes games in a notebook. They invite Leo to help the team, utilizing his insights to enhance their play.	May 12th, 2025	Reading the Signs
Ignoring Dora	Dora’s attempt to stir drama between Eva and Amy backfires when miscommunication arises. After addressing the rumor, Eva and Amy reaffirm their friendship, disregarding Dora’s manipulations.	May 13th, 2025	Ignoring Dora
Stirring the Pot, Checking the Pack	Jordan feels misunderstood due to past mistakes, but his cousin Tessa shares a perspective about self-forgiveness and personal growth, encouraging him to focus on improvement while cooking a family stew together.	May 14th, 2025	Stirring the Pot, Checking the Pack
Just One Minute	Louisa struggles with her habit of procrastinating, often saying “just one minute,” which leads to significant consequences at school and affects her relationships. She realizes her delays impact others.	May 15th, 2025	Just One Minute
Katie Woodencloak	Katie, mistreated by her stepfamily, receives help from a kind woman, enabling her to attend a royal festival where she captures the prince’s heart, transforming her life while remaining humble.	May 16th, 2025	Katie Woodencloak

Title	Summary	Publication Date	YouTube
Lost and Found	Alex, feeling lonely during the last week of school, discovers Jordan’s lost sketchbook. After returning it, they bond over their shared interest in drawing and decide to collaborate on a project.	May 5th, 2025	Lost and Found
Why Dogs Wag Their Tails	A kind man entrusted his cat and dog with a magic ring to deliver to his daughter. They faced challenges crossing a river, resulting in the ring’s loss and revealing valuable lessons.	May 6th, 2025	Why Dogs Wag Their Tails
A Plane Away	Caleb reunites with his older brother Ben after a long absence. They bond over shared memories and modeling planes, rekindling their relationship while reminiscing about the past.	May 7th, 2025	A Plane Away
Anna’s Week Alone	Anna spends a quiet week alone in 1889, adapting to unexpected changes. Through small tasks, she discovers contentment and confidence, ultimately finding joy in simple accomplishments rather than her initial plans.	May 8th, 2025	Anna’s Week Alone
The Frog Princess	In a distant kingdom, Prince Ivan marries a frog, who transforms into a beautiful woman under a spell. Ivan learns that true beauty lies in acceptance, and they govern happily together.	May 9th 2025	The Frog Princess

Title	Summary	Publication Date	YouTube
The First Railroad (Sort of How it Happened)	Uncle Bob shares the story of trains, explaining Richard Trevithick’s steam engine and George Stephenson’s Rocket, highlighting initial fears, humorous incidents, and the transformative impact of trains on society.	April 28th, 2025	The First Railroad (Sort of How it Happened)
Forks for Wheels	Henry returns to Lincoln High after three years, reconnects with old friend Marcus through a shared robotics passion, and rekindles their friendship while embracing familiar memories and chaotic creativity.	April 29th, 2025	Forks for Wheels
TrueTom Takes the Stage	Thomas, a passionate aspiring musician, faces the challenge of balancing authenticity with industry expectations. Ultimately, he chooses to remain true to his real lyrics, gaining genuine audience support.	April 30th, 2025	TrueTom Takes the Stage
The City that Lives Outdoors	Jules, new to a vibrant town, embraces the outdoor social culture, realizing the charm of community gatherings like porch night while adapting to her lively surroundings.	May 1st, 2025	The City that Lives Outdoors
One Stitch at a Time	Thirteen-year-old Lizzie Glenn balances her passion for sewing with school and custom orders. With her mother’s support, she overcomes challenges to pursue her dream of opening a boutique someday.	May 2nd, 2025	One Stitch at a Time

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