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Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest

Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest is a wildly enchanting fairy tale podcast series made in partnership with Adam Gidwitz, bestselling author of A Tale Dark and Grimm. Each episode features a classic fairy tale, bringing to life a world full of curious creatures and mischievous foes. These tales are retold with a surprising flourish to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales.

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Why it's Sensical

No matter where you land on the preferred level of the Grimm scale, this podcast has the right tale for you! Strange, mysterious, surprising, and wacky are just a few words to describe the classic fairy tales — slightly rewritten for today's modern kid — featured in this series. Adam's gentle and engaging tale-telling tactics ensures his listeners get involved in the stories, think about the lessons they carry, and feel inspired to continue reading.

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Preschoolers (2-4)

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Literacy

The preschool years set the foundation for language and literacy. Young kids are building their vocabulary, alphabet knowledge, phonological awareness, and interest in printed materials. These episodes are language-rich, filled with sounds, letters, and words that are playfully included in songs, poems, and chants. As kids sing and follow along, they are enhancing their school-readiness skills.

Literacy

Little Kids (5-7)

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This Show Often Highlights 
Literacy

The early elementary years are spent practicing the skills needed for vocabulary development and reading and writing skills. This age group is drawn to exciting stories full of funny characters, more advanced vocabulary, and lots of word play. These episodes can reinforce literacy skills, build confidence, and make language and reading a whole lot of fun!

Literacy

Big Kids (8-10)

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This Show Often Highlights 
Literacy

Bring on the complex plots, the unusual vocabulary, and the most interesting settings and characters. Kids, 8–10 years old, are ready for all kinds of literature including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and even plays. These episodes encourage kids to think beyond stories and expand their interest in language and various genres.

Literacy

Benefits

Preschoolers (2-4)

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This Show Often Highlights 
Literacy

The preschool years set the foundation for language and literacy. Young kids are building their vocabulary, alphabet knowledge, phonological awareness, and interest in printed materials. These episodes are language-rich, filled with sounds, letters, and words that are playfully included in songs, poems, and chants. As kids sing and follow along, they are enhancing their school-readiness skills.

Literacy

Little Kids (5-7)

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This Show Often Highlights 
Literacy

The early elementary years are spent practicing the skills needed for vocabulary development and reading and writing skills. This age group is drawn to exciting stories full of funny characters, more advanced vocabulary, and lots of word play. These episodes can reinforce literacy skills, build confidence, and make language and reading a whole lot of fun!

Literacy

Big Kids (8-10)

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This Show Often Highlights 
Literacy

Bring on the complex plots, the unusual vocabulary, and the most interesting settings and characters. Kids, 8–10 years old, are ready for all kinds of literature including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and even plays. These episodes encourage kids to think beyond stories and expand their interest in language and various genres.

Literacy
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