Episodes

Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
The Hanukkah Story Featuring Bomba the Elephant
Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Surprise! It's a special bonus episode. While Kiddo and Mimi are off on an adventure this week, join Bomba the (kind of brave) elephant as he recounts the Hanukkah story.

Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Kiddo Goes to Scouts
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Kiddo has joined the illustrious Magenta Scouts! But he's nervous about his first meeting – what if he has a hard time making friends? Mimi has the perfect story to put his mind at ease, and a good snack doesn't hurt either.
‘Gam zu l’tovah. Even this is for the good.’– Nachum Ish Gamzu, Talmud Masechet Taanit, 21a

Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Kiddo Bakes a Challah
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
It's a special day -- Kiddo's family is coming over to Mimi's house for Shabbat dinner! While Kiddo and Mimi bake, Kiddo asks Mimi all about the history of challah. Listen in - and visit pjlibrary.org/shabbat to find our favorite challah recipes.

Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Kiddo Wants Some Peace and Quiet
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Sukkot is here and Kiddo's house is BUSY! There are so many guests -- maybe too many guests. Noise, commotion, rising stress … what's a Kiddo to do? Mimi always knows.

Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Kiddo Learns About Forgiveness
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Oh no! Baby Z has damaged big brother Kiddo's beloved stuffie, Owly. Fortunately Mimi is ready with a story to help frustrated Kiddo find forgiveness. Listeners will love Mimi’s retelling of the salty story of Jonah, a Yom Kippur tradition.

Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Kiddo Rescues Mankaroo
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Kiddo is all worked up because his parents want to get rid of his beloved blanket, Mankaroo. Despite being tattered and falling to pieces, Kiddo is not quite ready to part with the old blanket just yet. Luckily, Mimi's neighbor, Miss Jenn, has some magic up her sleeve. With Miss Jenn's help, and a wonderful story, Benjy's Blanket, Kiddo's beloved Mankaroo gets turned into something new and wonderful.
Benjy's Blanket is written by Miguel Gouveia, illustrated by Raquel Catalina, and published by Green Bean Books.

Sunday May 15, 2022
Kiddo Learns About Shavuot
Sunday May 15, 2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Why is Mimi making cheesecake? Does Kiddo even like cheesecake? And what's all this about a holiday featuring arts, crafts, ice cream, and staying up late? Learn all about Shavuot with Mimi and Kiddo!
Find Shavuot stories, recipes, and activity guides at pjlibrary.org/shavuot

Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Preview: Humpty Dumpty and the Passover Feast
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Kiddo and Mimi will be back next month with a new story. Enjoy a clip from Beyond the Bookcase's new Passover adventure, featuring Humpty Dumpty! For a full playlist of Passover stories, songs, and blessings, visit pjlibrary.org/passover.

Monday Mar 07, 2022
Kiddo Learns About Purim
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
It's time for the annual Purim carnival! But Kiddo doesn't have his costume ready? Oh no! Luckily Mimi is an expert at putting together fun and fabulous dress-up outfits. While Kiddo gets ready, Mimi answers his big questions about Purim traditions. Learn more (and find your own last minute costume tutorials) at pjlibrary.org/Purim.

Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Kiddo Learns About Weddings
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Poor Kiddo - he's been soooo busy preparing for his uncle's wedding. What does Mimi know about weddings? A story, a snack, and a quick dance lesson have Kiddo ready for the big day.