By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Well… I don’t. Not really. But what I do know is how a story makes me feel when I write it. And over time, I’ve learned that this feeling — that little emotional ping inside my gut — is the closest thing I have to kno…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Superheroes come in all shapes, sizes, and species — but creating a hero for kids is a very different challenge than writing one for teens or adults. When I started building the world of The Leaping Leopard, I knew I d…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Inspirational fiction has a special kind of magic. It doesn’t just entertain kids — it lifts them. It gives them hope, courage, and a sense of possibility. It shows them characters who face challenges, make mistakes, l…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Every once in a while, real life hands you a moment so unexpected, so adorable, and so creatively chaotic… that it ends up becoming a story. Or in my case, two stories. During a recent family trip to St. Augustine, my…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Hey friends! While you’re listening to a couple of re‑runs this week, I’m actually down in sunny St. Augustine, Florida, spending time with my family, soaking up the warm weather, and taking a little creative breather.…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories If you’ve ever watched your child latch onto a favorite character… or insist on the same bedtime routine every night… or repeat a line from a story until it becomes part of your household vocabulary… You’ve seen one o…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Kids seem to have a special radar for mischief — not the harmful kind, but the fun kind they can instantly relate to. Kids love characters that push boundaries in a way that feels a little wild, a little unpredictable,…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Kids love to laugh — and honestly, so do we. Whether it’s a goofy character, a ridiculous situation, or a rhyme that makes absolutely no sense, silly stories have a special kind of magic. They grab a child’s attention,…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Superhero stories have always had a special kind of pull — not just for kids, but for all of us. There’s something about watching an ordinary person discover something extraordinary inside themselves that sparks imagin…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Adventure stories aren’t just fun — they’re one of the most powerful ways kids learn how to think, adapt, and solve problems. When characters face unexpected challenges, young listeners get to watch creativity, resilie…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Kids don’t just enjoy a little chaos in their stories — they get swept up in it. The moment things start to go sideways, they feel the excitement building. They imagine themselves in the middle of the mess, they get ca…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories When kids and parents listen to TJKidz Super Fun Stories, they hear the finished product — the polished narration, the characters, the humor, the heart. But behind every story is a creative process that’s a little mess…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Kids love a good mystery. Whether it’s a strange noise in the hallway, a missing sock, or a clue tucked under a pillow, something magical happens when a child senses that something isn’t quite what it seems. Their ima…
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories If you’ve been following along with our TJKidz adventures, you might remember a certain group of bumpy, briny brothers who stole the show in one of our most popular stories — The Pickle Bros. They were wild, they were …
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Kids learn best when they’re having fun — and nothing makes learning feel more like play than a silly, imaginative story. At TJKidz, we love creating characters who make kids laugh and help them grow. And some of the …
By TJKidz • Super Fun Stories Whether your child loves leprechauns, pirates, or just a good laugh, these stories bring the holiday to life in fun, kid‑friendly ways. • Lenny the Leprechaun Loses His Loot Listen on: Apple • Spotify • Web Player L…
There’s a moment every parent eventually faces — the quiet realization that your child isn’t a toddler anymore. Their legs are longer, their questions are bigger, and their independence grows a little each day. It’s easy to assume that certain routi…
A TJKidz Parent Guide Modern childhood is louder, busier, and more scheduled than ever before. Between school, sports, homework, screens, and the constant hum of notifications, kids rarely get the one thing their growing brains crave most: Unstruc…
By TJKidz Super Fun Stories Parents often think of audio stories as “just entertainment,” but research tells a different story. Listening — without screens, without pictures, without distractions — activates the brain in powerful ways that help kid…
By TJKidz Super Fun Stories Valentine’s Day isn’t just about cards, candy, and classroom exchanges. For kids, it’s a chance to explore big feelings in small, playful ways — kindness, friendship, generosity, and even a little silliness. And for pare…
Winter is a magical time for imagination — especially when the snow doesn’t quite cooperate. Here in North Carolina, kids were buzzing about the possibility of a massive snowstorm. But in our little corner, it felt like we had a forcefield around u…
Bedtime is one of those moments every parent knows well. Some nights glide by smoothly… and other nights feel like a marathon of “just one more thing.” Kids suddenly need water, a snack, a different stuffed animal, or a deep conversation about the m…
As many of you know, I’m on vacation right now. We were driving in the car, just chatting, when my daughter asked: “Dad, what stories are you planning for next week?” So I gave her the list of titles I had in mind. One of them was The Magic Painti…
The holidays are a time for lights, laughter, and stories that bring families closer. Whether it’s gathering around the tree, lighting candles, or sharing a cozy evening by the fire, these moments remind us of the joy of togetherness. At TJKidz, we …
