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Storybox Playlist: In Celebration of Mexican Culture

Mexico is not just the neighbor to the United States — it is more like a sibling. We share so much and there is a lot of cross-over between the two cultures. Here are some stories celebrating festivals, culture, food and the international gifts of Mexico.

Butterflies

When Martin prepare to recite a poem in front of an audience, he learns that the fluttery feeling in his belly is called 'having butterflies'.

20 min

The Right Spot

Piper and her brothers are having trouble deciding where to plant a new blueberry bush until some animals in Mexico show them that sometimes the right spot is right under your nose.

20 min

New Mexico: Running for the Rebellion

In this story based in New Mexico, we learn about the American Experiment through the experience of ordinary citizens who do extraordinary things.

35 min

The Golden Boy

A boy named Sempronius Elija Boyd can actually smell gold, and as he grows, he uses this skill to become very rich. But in his quest for riches, he loses his sense of delight. Years later, he meets a young girl who helps him remember.

26 min

Sacred Snack Time

Little Ty gets so absorbed in play time that he sometimes forgets to eat. But a visit with some butterflies teaches him the importance of fueling up before a big event.

23 min

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About the Author

David Sewell McCann

Story Spinner

David Sewell McCann fell in love with spinning stories in first grade – the day a storyteller came to his class and captured his mind and imagination. He has been engaged in storytelling all of his adult life through painting, film-making, teaching and performing. Out of his experience as a Waldorf elementary class teacher and parent, he has developed a four step method of intuitive storytelling, which he now shares through workshops and through this website.