Today's Children's Story Books are Podcasts! Hosts Dave Graham and Peter McCully bring you "Skookum Kid's Stories", delightful, original stories about a boy named Peter and his pet Eskimo Dog "Gracie" who are always finding an adventure, and Captain Dave of the "Mellow Submarine". He and "Larry the Lobster" find excitement above and below the waterline.
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Join Peter, a caring 7-year-old boy, and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on an inspiring community service adventure in Coombs on Vancouver Island. This heartwarming children's story shows young listeners how kids can make a real difference in their neighborhoods through acts of kindness and community service.
Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this kids community service story teache...
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Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on a magical journey to Parksville Beach Fest - Vancouver Island's most beloved family celebration. This captivating children's story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable mellow submarine as it transforms adventure into unforgettable memories at one of Parksville's premier community events.
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Join young Peter and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on a heartwarming journey to overcome dental anxiety in this specially crafted children's story. Set in beautiful Oceanside Dental Clinic with the caring Dr. B, this tale transforms first dentist visit fears into exciting adventures that Vancouver Island families will treasure.
This children’s story teaches kids that going to the dentis...
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When Captain Dave and Larry set sail for Tofino's sparkling beaches, they never expected to face a wall of thick fog that would test their friendship and navigation skills. With their compass spinning wildly and visibility near zero, this Vancouver Island submarine adventure becomes a lesson in community support and marine friendship.
This Tofino lighthouse adventure shows kids how community su...
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Join young Peter and his loyal American Eskimo dog Gracie on an unforgettable adventure to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. This heartwarming children story about asking for help transforms a disappointing kite disaster into a beautiful lesson about courage, community, and the magic of new friendships. Ranger Johnson demonstrates how adults can guide children with kindness, while Peter shows kids ...
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Join Captain Dave and his enthusiastic first mate Larry the lobster on their most heartwarming underwater adventure yet! This incredible SS Minnow kids story takes young listeners to the beautiful waters of Nanoose Bay, where they discover the real boat from Gilligan's Island.
Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this boat restoration story teaches kids about preservation, friendship, and how...
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Join 7-year-old Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on an incredible kids marine biology Vancouver Island adventure at the renowned Deep Bay Marine Field Station. This captivating children's story transforms young listeners into junior marine biologists through hands-on tide pool exploration that makes science education unforgettable.
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Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster embark on a magical adventure to Duncan - known as the "city of totems." Aboard their remarkable mellow submarine that transforms into a yellow bus for land travel, the duo explores the charming seaside village of Cowichan Bay before venturing into Duncan to discover the magnificent totem poles carved by the Coast Salish peoples, par...
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Join Peter and his incredible dog Gracie on their environmental adventure at Englishman River Falls Provincial Park! When Gracie's super-sniffer uncovers buried trash that no one else could find, they become the park's official "hidden trash detectives." Peter decides to become a regular "park protector" with Gracie, planning to create their own cleanup club.
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The story begins at Miracle Beach Provincial Park, where Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster discover that thousands of sand dollars have mysteriously disappeared from their favorite cove. Determined to solve this mystery, they encounter Harold the heron who suggests consulting with Tabitha, an ancient sea turtle with extensive knowledge of the coastal waters.
Tabitha reveals tha...
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Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog, Gracie embark on their first gardening project together. Their adventure begins with a trip to the Meadowood Store, where they meet Steffany Burger, the friendly owner who helps them select starter plants, soil, and fertilizer for their garden. During their visit, Peter discovers the store's famous Bigfoot statue and learns about local legends of...
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Join Captain Dave, his talking lobster first mate Larry, and a group of curious children as they embark on an educational sailing adventure through the Gulf Islands. What begins as a simple lesson in navigation through Active Pass turns mysterious when an unusual fog rolls in, revealing a ghostly sailing ship from the 1920s.
Following this phantom vessel, they discover a hidden cove with an abando...
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The Story follows Peter on his first day of soccer practice with his new team, the Riverside Rapids. Nervous about fitting in, Peter brings Gracie as the team mascot, complete with a custom blue and white bandana that matches the team colors. Throughout the practice, Gracie proves to be more than just a pet - she becomes a source of comfort for Peter and helps him make new friends on the team. Her ...
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One sunny morning, Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the Lobster sail their yellow submarine to Rathtrevor Beach, where they discover an expansive sandy playground revealed by the low tide. As they explore the beach filled with children building sandcastles, they witness a magical phenomenon at sunset: the sandcastles come alive with tiny sand people led by Queen Sandria.
The sand people face a ...
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Peter becomes a veterinary assistant for his fluffy friend's checkup! The pair visit Dr. Holly at the Qualicum Beach Veterinary Clinic for Gracie's annual checkup. Initially nervous about the visit, Peter makes a promise to himself to be brave for his fluffy white companion. At the clinic, the kind Dr. Holly recognizes Peter's concern and invites him to be her "special assistan...
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Ahoy, young adventurers! Set sail with Captain Dave and Larry the Lobster on their search to discover the sweet secret behind the famous Nanaimo bar!
Along the way, they befriend Cocoa the seal, who joins their expedition. The trio meets Old Bill, a seasoned fisherman who shares the legend of a ship's cook named Edward and his baker wife Eleanor, who supposedly created the original "Elean...
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Peter and his beloved American Eskimo dog, Gracie, embark on a special Saturday adventure to Buckerfields. After weeks of saving his allowance, Peter is finally able to purchase special treats for his fluffy white companion who "wagged her tail so hard that her whole body wiggled like a happy marshmallow."
The adventure becomes even more special when they choose four baby chicks to bring h...
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In this adventure, Captain Dave and his crew aboard the Mellow Submarine journey to Parksville-Qualicum to witness the annual herring run, a spectacular natural phenomenon where countless silver herring migrate to spawn. Upon arriving, they observe fishing boats using seine nets to catch herring while also marveling at the ecosystem's interconnectedness as seals and seabirds feast on the abund...
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After learning about earthquakes at school from his teacher Ms. Rodriguez, Peter becomes concerned about his family's safety and immediately takes action when he gets home. With enthusiasm and determination, Peter enlists his mother's help to create an emergency earthquake kit, making sure to include supplies for every family member—including Gracie.
Peter and Gracie help gather essential ...
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Captain Dave and his crew—including Larry the Lobster, Percy the Pufferfish, Stella the Starfish, the Turtle Twins (Tim and Tom), and Marina the Manatee—embark on an urgent mission. A storm has damaged the underwater internet and phone cable connecting Lasqueti Island, leaving the island community isolated.
Using the Turtle Twins' special scanner, the crew locates the damaged section trapped b...
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