Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs

The mission was simple, or so it was said - just get from the couch to your big fluffy bed. But the floor was lava, as hot as the sun. If you touched it at all, you were dead. You were done!

This fun,…

His up was your down. Your loose was his tight. And when people were wrong, he did what was right. This very silly, rhyming poem for children explores what happens when you look at things differently…

A curious child hears knocking coming from a door lying on the ground. Should they investigate? 

This terrifying tale of a dastardly door, is only suitable for trick or treaters who like a good scare.…

Everyone knows what a Witch is, but have you heard of her sisters, What and Who? They’re even more terrible. This spooky, rhyming poem is perfect for witches and warlocks of all ages. And don’t worry…

When a young boy's toes run away, what is he to do? “Five Toes” is a spooky and silly rhyming poem, perfect for children of all ages. But maybe lock your doors before listening, in case your toes get…

If all your friends were the same, how boring would that be? "My Friends" is a fun, rhyming poem that celebrates the diversity of friendship. Perfect for buddies, pals, mates and besties of all ages.…

Ever wonder how your brain knows you have a boo-boo? That's Officer Pain. He has a busy job trying to keep you safe. He's not very popular, but he doesn't mind. This rhyming poem is perfect for anyon…

Somewhere, in the dark, lives an old typewriter made of bones. With it you can write any story, except those with happy endings. This rhyming Halloween tale may be too spooky for very young ghosts an…

Have you ever heard that little voice, the one that says, "You can't"? That's the voice of Doubt. It can be sneaky, but you do have an ally to help defeat it. Find out who it is in this short rhyming…

A young bear searches the forest, desperate to rid himself of an unbearable itch. What he finds is a magical place that all bears dream of. This silly rhyming story is perfect for children of all age…

This episode is a reading of my picture book, Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go? Can Griffin find his dog and his ball? Find out as he explores a magical world that contains all lost things. It w…

In this special musical episode, I collaborate with Toronto musician Bloo Burds to create a rap version of the story "Mess Monster". Can a child defeat his own mess before it devours him? Listen to f…

Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in the conclusion to this exciting rhyming story. Perf…

Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in this exciting rhyming story. Perfect for spaceships…

Warning! Excessive remote learning may cause bulging eyes, pale skin and excessive moaning. If you experience any of these symptoms, listen to this story immediately. You may be a Virtual School Ghou…

Why do bunnies hide their eggs? Find out why in this eggcellent rhyming story. It's perfect for Easter, or anytime you want to celebrate the sweet things in life.

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In the land of Slumber, each town competes to attract dreamers by being more fun. But in the town of Care, they try something very different. Discover what they did in this silly sleeping tale. Perfe…

If you met your older self, would they happy to see you? If you met your younger self, what would you say? Find out in the fun rhyming story. Perfect for the child and grown-up in you!

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Single is a small bed with a big problem; he's afraid to go to sleep! But his mother the Queen has a secret to help him. Find out what it is in this dreamy bedtime story for beds. It's told in rhyme …

A child asks themselves an impossible question: Which one of my parents do I love the most? Their answer may surprise you! This silly story is told in rhyme and is perfect for children  - whether or …