Sparkle Stories Blog
A home for Sparkle audio stories, crafts, recipes, and kind words!
The Thebes Quiz
Are you ready for a fun and engaging quiz? We've put together a fantastic quiz inspired by the thrilling story "Episode 13: Thebes." It's designed to test your knowledge and spark your imagination. Let the "Thebes" quiz begin!
Wonder as a Power Tool with Dr. Carrie Contey
Our days are filled with busyness and many many demands. Kids lives too are full. How do we cut through all of that to find a little extra joy and peace? Wonder! Listen to Lisabeth Sewell and Dr. Carrie Contey as they explore all the ways to enrich our days with a little wonder.
"I’ve only got a minute to myself!" Ideas to rest and reset no matter how much time you have.
We’ve made you a list — because there ARE things you can do, even if you just have a minute. Here are some of our favorite rest and reset activities.
Storybox Playlist: Stories to Inspire Curiosity
Living out your days with an inquisitive mind makes life so much fuller and richer! Here are stories about curious characters to inspire curious kiddos.
Storybox Playlist: Stories to Inspire Wonder
Wonder enhances creativity, reduces stress, and fosters meaningful connections in a world craving joy, creativity, and connection. Ignite wonder and curiosity in your family's life with this captivating playlist.
Sparkle Activity: Airport Bingo Adventure
While they wait for their flight, Momma suggests an entertaining game that will keep the whole family engaged. Get ready to embark on your own airport adventure with our exclusive Airport Bingo game! Fill your Airport Bingo Card with enchanting destinations and unlock a world of imagination during your school break. Let the journey begin!
The June Story Calendar Is Here!
In this free printable you will find a featured story for each week, a playlist of associated stories to dig deeper, and a special craft, tutorial, or recipe highlighted each week; PLUS a story script for you to read at home with your little ones (so you can try out all the voices and characters just like we do).
Sparkle Kitchen: Pistachio Ghoraybeh Thumbprint Cookies (Middle Eastern Shortbread)
Take a peaceful moment in the midst of your Dory Horde adventures to indulge in these rich Middle Eastern butter cookies.
Sweet Summertime with Dr. Carrie Contey
Dr. Carrie Contey shares her best tips and tools for a sweet summertime in this enlightening conversation with Lisabeth.
Sparkle Kitchen: Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Khyar Bi Laban)
Give your tastebuds a City-of-Eight-inspired treat with this delicious Middle Eastern cucumber yogurt salad.
Sparkle Kitchen: Hummus – Middle Eastern Style!
Power your snacking with authentic Middle Eastern hummus as you keep up with the adventures of the Dory Horde on their Egyptian adventure.
Storybox Playlist: Stories About All Kinds of Superheroes
Listen to these five stories that explore different ways of being super every day.
Let's Find Your Superpowers! Printables & Activities
We've pulled some of the best exercises from our original How To Be Super course to help you and your children become super!
Finding Our Superpowers with Dr. Carrie Contey
Dr. Carrie Contey shares her best tips and tools for finding our superselves in a power-packed video conversation with Lisabeth.
Storybox Playlist: Not All Superheroes Wear Capes
Nine stories that prove everyday people can be truly super.
Meet the Dory Horde
The Dory Horde: The City of Eight (Book Three) includes complex story lines and intricate family relationships – plus the narrative jumps episodically between different locations and characters! Here's a quick guide to everyone in the collection.
Which Fairy Are You?
Take the Sparkle quiz to find out which fairy magic you have within.
Recipe Round Up: 5 Snacks for Helpers (All Hands On Deck)
Staying fueled when you’re working hard is key to motivation and success.
6 Ways to (Truly!) Make Cleaning Fun
Games that actually get kids excited about cleaning up.
Stock Your Cleaning Kit for Kids
It's time to clean — but where to begin? Stocking a kid-friendly cleaning kit with simple supplies will set the stage for your family to create a fresh and clean home.
