Tales of Time

When little children are naughty and cross, they find themselves in the Caves of the Daemons. But around Christmas time, all the little children are good and so no-one visits the Daemons in their caves. Now the Daemons are getting lonely, so they decide to kidnap Santa Claus on the most important night of the year! That is sure to make the children naughty and cross....(33:14)

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This is a lovely collection of poems about children having fun; in the garden, in the house, in their minds.... (7:21 min)

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Three funny poems for children about animals who really do prefer clothes! Mr and Mrs Spikky Sparrow travel to London to get spruced up. All manner of beasts make their home on the Quangle Wangle's hat and a strange man goes out in a coat all made from food! (7:39 min)

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Poor Cinderella now lives with her step-mother and step-sisters who are mean and make her do all the housework. While they were at a ball, a special person pays Cinderella a visit...changing her life completely. A lovely romantic classic fairy tale. (10:43 min)

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The Happy Prince is crying as he surveys the city he lived in, but never really saw. How different life was outside the palace gate! He befriends a swallow on his way to Egypt and their friendship grows as they do good deeds all over the city. (25:36 min)

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Jack's mother is fed up with his laziness and sends him out to work. Though not a very productive week, Lazy Jack becomes Lucky Jack when he happens to be doing the right thing at the right place at the right time. (5:30 min)

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Off to see her grandmother, far into the woods, Little Red,contrary to her mother's advice, talks to a stranger - a wolf, who tricks her and gets to the grandmother's house before she does! (8:09 min)

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When Jack goes out to sell the family cow, only to come home with a few beans, his mother is furious. But in the morning, the beans have grown a stalk so strong and so long that Jack climbs up and up... (13:32 min)

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A beautiful girl with long golden hair is locked a tower by her witch mother. One day a prince hears her singing and falls in love with her. But the witch-mother finds out! (12:26 min)

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A lovely Tales of Time story about Archie who has big dreams. But Archie is an acorn and no such life is planned for him. Finally released from the tree, he falls into a ditch and cannot get out. Disappointed by life, he sleeps. This story has a beautiful ending full of hope and happiness. (10:06 min)

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Having decided to cross the bridge leading to the hill on the other side of the valley, the three Billy Goats Gruff meet the Troll. They need to find a way to cross, but the Troll is hungry! (15:34 min)

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Whilst hunting a stag, the king falls into a swamp. When the stag returns to help, the king is humbled and offers the stag a place to rule beside him in Benaras. But the stag asks only that the King rule wisely and well. A beautiful Jataka Tale written by Tales of Time. (9:31 min)

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Dummling didn't have much of a future planned. Then one day he discovers the Golden Goose. Follow Dummling on his journey and laugh as the three innkeepers' daughters discover the magic of the Golden Goose.

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Having been left in the forest by their nasty step-mother, the children find a house made of all things delicious. A nice old lady lives there and offers comfy beds and lots to eat. But appearances can be deceiving... (16:47 min)

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A Tales of Time story about Saint Patrick's life. Meet Patricius; an ordinary boy, a slave, a fugitive, a saint! A tale of adventure, courage, and faith. (11:34 min)

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A Tales of Time Story about the origins of Pancake Day; A lovely family story about Mum, Dad, Macy and Adam on Pancake day. Having learned about Shrove Tuesday and Lent and Mardis Gras, the family go into the garden for a pancake day race! Lots of fun, lots to learn and lots to eat! (10:58 min)

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The famous fairy tale of Snow White who is driven from her father's castle by her wicked step-mother. She takes refuge at a funny little house with seven funny little men. But the step-mother finds her..."Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Who's the fairest one of all?" (21:26 min)

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Having dropped her favourite ball into a pond, this princess makes a deal with a frog to help her get it out. She regrets her promise, but is made to keep it and discovers that it is quite worthwhile! (12:36 min)

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Old Sultan's family don't need him anymore as they need a dog who can protect them from thieves. His best friend, the wolf, steps in to help Old Sultan prove his worth, but then the wolf learns a lesson about friendship that he won't forget. (12:39 min)

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Another ' Just So Story' from Rudyard Kipling. Meet the cat at a time when all tame animals were wild! And meet the Woman who made them all tame. Find out how she tries to trick the cat into becoming tame. But he is the Cat that Walked by Himself and won't be fooled that easily. (34:45 min)

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This rocket certainly is very remarkable... and arrogant and selfish and rude! He goes of with a bit of a fizzle! A beautiful children's classic from Oscar Wilde. (31:26 min)

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These poems are about adventure, travel and discovery. "Journey far, travel wide, over sea and countryside." (12:07 min)

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A collection of twinkly poems for Goodnight. Star brights, dark nights, moon beams, sweet dreams. (7:16 min)

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A lovely collection of poems about Spring and Summer. "Spring flowers, April showers, summer sun, having fun!" (7:17 min)

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Eabun has been told that he is a very special bunny -so he he spends his days feeling special, rather than being special...Now it is time for Eabun to take responsibility and to learn what true friendship means. (19:54 min)

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Fox can smell Rabbit and is right on his heels. Rabbit is getting tired but can he use his wit and a little bit of magic to trick fox? A classic from Native American lore. (13:29 min)

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The hedgehog and the tortoise have outwitted the young jaguar... until now. They must learn each others skills if they are to further confuse him and avoid being eaten. The wonderful Rudyard Kipling tales from the 'Just So Stories'. (20:31 min)

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Three men have made a promise to a Dragon that they don't want to keep. Thank goodness for grandmothers! (13:11 min)

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When six brothers are turned into swans by their step-mother, their sister makes a promise to free them. A great story of family love. (17:57 min)

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This little girl is rather naughty and wanders off into the woods all on her own. She comes across a little cottage and goes inside... (10:19 min)

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