Storyline Online

- Season 14

(2021)

"How I Met My Monster" is written by Amanda Noll and illustrated by Howard McWilliam. One night, when Ethan reaches under his bed for a toy truck, he finds this note instead: "Monsters. Meet here for final test." Ethan is sure his parents are trying to trick him into staying under the covers, until he sees five colorful sets of eyes blinking at him from beneath the bed. Soon, a colorful parade of quirky, squeaky little monsters compete to become Ethan's monster. But only the little green monster, Gabe, has the perfect blend of stomach-rumbling and snorting needed to ...

"Remember to Dream, Ebere" is written and read by Cynthia Erivo and illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow. From a Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner comes an inspirational and heartwarming tale of a mother and child, and the dreams they build together. When Ebere's mother puts her to bed at night, she always says, "Remember to dream, Ebere." And dream, Ebere does. Encouraged by her mother to make her dreams as big as possible, Ebere imagines herself as the captain of a rocket ship with the ability to go anywhere in the universe. A message of hope and possibility, ...

"Maddi's Fridge" is written by Lois Brandt and illustrated by Vin Vogel. With humor and warmth, this children's picture book raises awareness about poverty and hunger. Best friends Sofia and Maddi live in the same neighborhood, go to the same school, and play in the same park, but while Sofia's fridge at home is full of nutritious food, the fridge at Maddi's house is empty. Sofia learns that Maddi's family doesn't have enough money to fill their fridge and promises Maddi she'll keep this discovery a secret. But because Sofia wants to help her friend, she's faced with ...

"Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo" is written and read by John Lithgow and illustrated by Leeza Hernandez. Oh, children. Remember. Whatever you may do, Never play music right next to the zoo. They'll burst from their cages, each beast and each bird, Desperate to play all the music they've heard. A concert gets out of hand when the animals at the neighboring zoo storm the stage and play the instruments themselves in this hilarious picture book based on one of John Lithgow's best-loved tunes.

"The Busy Life of Ernestine Buckmeister" is written by Linda Ravin Lodding and illustrated by Suzanne Beaky. Ernestine is in over her head. Monday through Sunday, Ernestine's week is packed with afterschool lessons: tuba, knitting, sculpting, water ballet, yoga, yodeling, and karate. Overwhelmed and exhausted, Ernestine decides to take matters into her own hands and heads off to the park with her Nanny where she builds a fort, watches the clouds, and plays all kinds of unstructured and imaginative games. But when a teacher calls Ernestine's mom to report that she has ...

"The King of Kindergarten" is written by Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. Starting kindergarten is a big milestone -- and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark. He's dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can't wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. The day will be jam-packed but he's up to the challenge, taking new experiences in stride with his infectious enthusiasm. And afterward, he can't wait to tell his proud parents all about his achievements -- and then wake up to start another day.

"I'm Not Scared, YOU'RE Scared!" is written and read by Seth Meyers and illustrated by Rob Sayegh Jr. When you're a bear who is easily scared, it's hard to have friends. Fortunately, Bear has one: Rabbit, who is very brave. One day, Rabbit urges Bear to face his fears and embark on an adventure together. However, things don't entirely go as planned, and the two friends learn the true meaning of bravery. Equal parts hilarious and touching, this funny tale of adventure, bravery, and daring rescue will both inspire the adventurous spirit in all of us and make us laugh ...