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Jonathan is having the worst day ever—gum stuck in his hair, soaked clothes, and he's even missing a shoe! Redge thinks the wood nymphs caused Jonathan's series of unfortunate mishaps because he forgot to knock on wood. The two friends shrink down to the size of a speck of dust and go into the floorboards to investigate. But are the wood nymphs really creating bad luck or is it all an itty bitty misunderstanding?

Episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/knock-on-wood/

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PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This episode was inspired by the superstition to “knock on wood,” for good luck. Through Jonathan’s challenges, kids learn about: 1) the resilience of turning bad days around through a positive outlook; 2) curiosity and how asking questions and investigating the unknown can lead to creative solutions, and 3) critical thinking and separating facts from fiction. (Aligns with CASEL Social and Emotional learning framework)

IF YOU ENJOYED THIS STORY about shrinking down and exploring tiny places, go on an adventure to Once Upon a Time realm’s tiniest town in EP85 The Scribbleton Scramble: https://jonincharacter.com/the-scribbleton-scramble/

CREDITS: This episode has been a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written by Monique Hafen Adams, edited and produced by Molly Murphy, and performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Hamilton Studio Recordings.

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It’s hotline time! In this special Fall episode, Mr. Redge and Jonathan answer listener questions and give shout-outs to our Dorktales friends from around the world. From the reason behind Redge’s happy dance after every story, to the most important tale Jonathan’s ever told, there’s a whole lot of fun, laughter, and heartwarming moments waiting for you. There are also some super cool shout-outs to our amazing listeners and even a secret reveal about Redge’s mysterious middle name. Let’s celebrate our Dorktales community together!

Grown-ups, your feedback is invaluable to us, so please take a moment to fill out our survey and receive a special map of Dorktales Once Upon a Time lands as a thank you. Young listeners, keep your questions coming for a chance to be featured in a future Mr. Redge’s Hotline episode.

SURVEY: Grownups, help us make stories your family loves to hear by filling out this quick survey: https://forms.gle/LWq6r2v5WDpVqzBX8

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The Great Acorn Incident: https://jonincharacter.com/the-great-acorn-incident/
• View the illustration that shows Mr. Redge’s hovel: https://jonincharacter.com/jolly-holly-hedgehog/
• Hedge Knight in Training: https://jonincharacter.com/redges-knight-school/

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Record your child saying their first name, age and their awesome question. Send the recording to us at dorktalesstorytime@gmail.com

Use the contact us form on our website: https://jonincharacter.com/contact-the-podcast/

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Your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to follow agents Jack A. Lope and Double-Oh-Quills on their action-packed spy-tacular adventure! When the meanie minotaur, Bull Dozer, steals Niko the Unicorn’s magical golden bow tie, it’s up to the quirky agents to retrieve it before all of Legend Lake falls into chaos. Armed with cool spy gadgets, clever disguises and their own good sense, they race against time to outsmart the baddies and save unicorn magic.

Episode webpage: https://jonincharacter.com/operation-golden-tie/

GRAB YOUR FREE PDF LIST of conversation questions for this kids' story: https://dorktalesstorytime.aweb.page/ep96freePDF

PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This Dorktales story for kids is a Saturday morning cartoon-like spy adventure that speaks to the magic of our imaginations. Some of the key lessons from this story include: the power of teamwork, creative problem solving, trust and supportive friendships, clear communication, resilience and perseverance, and the joys of pretending. (Aligns with CASEL Social and Emotional learning framework)

IF YOU ENJOYED THIS KIDS & FAMILY STORY, give the mythological adventure to Legend Lake EP83 Bigfoot’s Legendary Birdsong a listen: https://jonincharacter.com/bigfoots-legendary-birdsong/

CREDITS: This episode has been a Jonincharacter production. Today’s story was written and produced by Molly Murphy and performed by Jonathan Cormur. Sound recording and production by Jermaine Hamilton at Hamilton Studio Recordings

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Now, go be the hero of your own story and we’ll see you next once-upon-a-time!