What do you do when your friends suddenly don’t want to be friends anymore? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Olga Loya tells how her problems with a clique helped her discover the meaning and nature of true friendship.  “Left Out” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. “Each book includes a guide for parents, grandparents or caregivers that is based on research to help children explore and internalize the positive messages in the story,” CEO Ken Arneson of SELmedia Inc. told TDmonthly. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

When told to rewrite a report, Rocky the Raccoon loses his temper, beginning a series of unhappy events. Can Rocky rescue this situation before it’s too late? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and his friend Rocky the Raccoon tell this original tale about self control. “King Zargon Rules” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

The woodsman always tells the truth. His neighbor’s sense of integrity, however, isn’t so well developed. Does honesty pay? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and Maynard Moose tell their version of the ancient Greek myth of Hermes and the Golden Ax. “The Woodsman and His Ax” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids(TM) Storybook Series.  This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Scary sounds at night in a house out in the woods in a town called Wolfboro can mean only one thing — there’s a wolf under the bed. “Daaaaaaaaaad!” Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin tells a story of togetherness from his early childhood. “Wolf Under the Bed” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Can two moose with two different perspectives remain best friends?  Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin weaves this tale about perspective and honesty. “Red Hat Blue Hat” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Rocky Raccoon unintentionally keeps making trouble for himself. He just doesn’t think before he acts. Will he be able to clean up his messes before his father comes home? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and Rocky the Raccoon tell this story about good judgment.
“Look What You’ve Done” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids(TM) Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Can someone who is very small help someone who is very big? In “Lion and Mousie,” nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and his antlered friend, Maynard Moose, retell this classic tale of respect.  “Lion and Mousie” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Maynard Moose isn’t stupid, but everyone says those who can’t see the king’s new suit are. Can Maynard overcome peer pressure and say what he believes? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and his antlered friend, Maynard Moose, retell the classic tale of the Emperor’s New Clothes. “King’s New Suit” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Ka-ulu promises to watch his younger brother Ka-ehu while their mother is away. When Ka-ehu is kidnapped by the King of Far Island, Ka-ulu knows he needs to put things right, but how? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin retells this classic Hawaiian tale of responsibility. “Ka-ulu the Strong” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids(TM) Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

The house is arguing with itself. Which part is most important? The roof? The floor? The walls? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin tells this story of appreciating the strengths of others. “The House That Talked to Itself” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Gorf the Frog is trying to sing a song with nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin, but Gorf can’t seem to stay on task. Will he make it all the way through? Claflin has his audience howling as he tells this story of self-discipline. “I Am A Frog” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Little Freddie is small. Although he is treated poorly by others because of his size, Little Freddie treats others with kindness. Will it pay off? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Willy Claflin tells this story of kindness. “Little Freddie and His Whistle” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Little Moose is a little clumsy. She tries to dance, but instead knocks over her classmates and her teacher. Will she ever realize her dream of dancing the Hunkity-Bunkity-Slide-Kick-Two? Nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin and his antlered friend, Maynard Moose, tell this story about perseverance. “Dancing Moose” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Little troll has a problem — a big, mean bully problem. How will little troll cope with Bully Goat Grim? In this 2007 Telly Award-winning story, nationally renowned storyteller Willy Claflin puts a new twist on dealing with bullies. “Bully Goat Grim” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

The savannah is dry. There is nothing to eat, except the unreachable fruit of the old magic tree in the middle of the plain. Can the animals work together to unlock the tree’s secret? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington recounts this classic African tale about helpfulness. “Mousanga Bira Moussa” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids(TM) Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

A powerful king and his entourage have been traveling the countryside, eating and drinking until each village has no more. Can the people of Helm escape the fate of their countrymen? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington retells this classic Jewish tale about cooperation and teamwork. “Wise People of Helm” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids Storybook Series. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This award-winning series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

A smart but arrogant king challenges the commoners to a debate in sign language. Can a lowly chicken farmer beat the king and save his fellow townsmen’s homes? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington has her audience roaring as she tells a story about assumptions and biases. “Debate in Sign Language” is a storybook/DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series. This series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. This product won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Anansi the spider is selfish. His first and only thought is of himself. Can Turtle get Anansi to change? Nationally renowned storyteller Donna Washington retells this classic African tale about respect.
“Anansi and the Turtle” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series. The LifeStories for Kids ™ Series helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

Ghosts are running rampant in the dilapidated house down the street. Or are they? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Olga Loya tells of her own encounter with a “haunted house” in this story about how appearances can sometimes be deceiving. “The Ghost House” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series, which helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.

How do you fit in a new culture and still keep your heritage alive? Nationally acclaimed storyteller Olga Loya tells how she navigated the cross-cultural challenges of growing up in a Mexican-American family. “Growing Up in East LA” is a storybook and DVD from the LifeStories for Kids™ Storybook Series, which helps children understand complex character traits (such as integrity, perseverance and courage) through the engaging and ancient art of storytelling. It won a 2007 iParenting Media Award. Launch date: July 1, 2007.