https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/junior-classics-volume-8-animal-and-nature-stories--6860860enKids & FamilyCopyright Animals & Naturehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/7d5de1bec1b9eb04077ef0bed21254ac.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/junior-classics-volume-8-animal-and-nature-stories--6860860Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:26:56 +0000Thornton W. BurgessAnimals & Naturespreaker20@adfreesounds.comTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...falsea8959ee1-b192-580b-865d-43ccc65b777depisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uncle-wiggily-s-travels-howard-r-garis--75033689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75033689Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:02:43 +0000Thornton W. BurgessUncle Wiggily's Travels by Howard R. Garis invites listeners into the whimsical adventures of the beloved rabbit, Uncle Wiggily, as he journeys through enchanting landscapes filled with animal friends and nature's wonders. This timeless tale showcases...13553falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-west-wind-where-stories-thornton-w-burgess--74422745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74422745Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:04:30 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Mother West Wind 'Where' Stories" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a world where nature and its creatures come alive through enchanting tales. This collection captures the timeless essence of the natural world, showcasing the adventures...10370falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/little-jack-rabbit-and-uncle-john-hare-david-cory--74345610https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74345610Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:03:55 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Little Jack Rabbit and Uncle John Hare" by David Cory is a charming tale that captures the adventures of young Jack Rabbit and his wise uncle. This delightful story resonates with timeless themes of family, curiosity, and the joys of nature that...6109falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/galopoff-the-talking-pony-tudor-jenks--74294095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74294095Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:03:45 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Galopoff, the Talking Pony" by Tudor Jenks invites listeners into a whimsical world where a pony possesses the extraordinary gift of speech. This enchanting tale explores themes of friendship, adventure, and the magic of imagination, making it a...10565falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zip-the-adventures-of-a-frisky-fox-terrier-frances-trego-montgomery--74185020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74185020Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:04:24 +0000Thornton W. BurgessJoin Zip, a spirited Fox Terrier, on his delightful adventures that capture the essence of youthful exuberance and curiosity. This charming tale by Frances Trego Montgomery showcases the playful antics and endearing nature of a beloved pet, inviting...5933falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/birds-of-song-and-story-elizabeth-grinnell-joseph-grinnell--74124646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74124646Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:04:45 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Birds of Song and Story" by Elizabeth Grinnell and Joseph Grinnell invites listeners into a world where the beauty of avian life intertwines with the rich tapestry of storytelling. This work celebrates the enchanting qualities of birds, showcasing...16406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-prickly-porky-version-2-thornton-w-burgess--74084284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74084284Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:04:27 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Prickly Porky" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the delightful world of nature through the eyes of Prickly Porky, a charming porcupine. This engaging tale captures the essence of adventure and the beauty of the natural...6965falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-west-wind-how-stories-thornton-w-burgess--74032074https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74032074Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:04:56 +0000Thornton W. BurgessMother West Wind How Stories by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a charming world where nature and its creatures come alive through delightful tales. This collection captures the essence of wildlife and the rich tapestry of the natural...8020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-around-the-world-collection-18-various--73981043https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73981043Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:26 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Myths and Legends Around the World" by Collection 18-Various invites listeners to explore the rich tapestry of storytelling that spans cultures and generations. This collection showcases timeless tales that have shaped societies, imparting wisdom and...8129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billy-whiskers-jr-frances-trego-montgomery--73931273https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73931273Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:08 +0000Thornton W. BurgessJoin Billy Whiskers Jr. on his delightful adventures in this charming tale by Frances Trego Montgomery. This story captures the essence of youthful curiosity and the bond between animals and nature, inviting listeners to experience the joy of...11880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-kiddie-katydid-arthur-scott-bailey--73874641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73874641Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:06:13 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTale of Kiddie Katydid by Arthur Scott Bailey is a charming story that invites listeners into the whimsical world of nature through the eyes of its delightful characters. This timeless tale captures the essence of curiosity and adventure, showcasing...5998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-johnny-chuck-thornton-w-burgess--73818885https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73818885Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:44 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Johnny Chuck" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the charming world of Johnny Chuck, a delightful character who embodies the spirit of adventure and the beauty of nature. This timeless tale captures the essence of curiosity...5964falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cave-twins-lucy-fitch-perkins--73781132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73781132Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:39 +0000Thornton W. BurgessCave Twins by Lucy Fitch Perkins is a captivating tale that explores the lives of two young siblings navigating the challenges and wonders of their prehistoric environment. This story highlights themes of adventure, survival, and the bond between...7541falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/puss-in-boots-jr-in-fairyland-david-cory--73745962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73745962Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:44 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Puss in Boots, Jr. in Fairyland" by David Cory invites listeners into a whimsical adventure filled with charm and imagination. This enchanting tale captures the essence of classic storytelling, where cleverness and bravery lead to delightful...10915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wishing-stone-stories-thornton-w-burgess--73717991https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717991Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:47 +0000Thornton W. BurgessWishing-Stone Stories by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into a whimsical world where nature and animals come alive through enchanting tales. This collection captures the essence of childhood wonder and the beauty of the natural world, making it...16679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-billy-woodchuck-arthur-scott-bailey--73695705https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695705Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:02:32 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTale of Billy Woodchuck by Arthur Scott Bailey invites listeners into the charming world of woodland creatures, where the adventures of Billy Woodchuck unfold with delightful simplicity. This story captures the essence of nature's beauty and the...5049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tale-of-ferdinand-frog-arthur-scott-bailey--73671650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671650Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:02:22 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTale of Ferdinand Frog by Arthur Scott Bailey invites listeners into the enchanting world of a charming frog, capturing the essence of nature and animal life. This delightful story resonates with timeless themes of curiosity, adventure, and the...5430falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/snubby-nose-and-tippy-toes-laura-rountree-smith--73646998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646998Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:02:07 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Snubby Nose and Tippy Toes" by Laura Rountree Smith invites listeners into a whimsical world that captures the charm and innocence of childhood. This delightful tale resonates with themes of exploration and curiosity, encouraging young minds to...6544falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-paddy-beaver-thornton-w-burgess--73610640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73610640Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:55:09 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Paddy Beaver" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the charming world of nature through the eyes of its delightful animal characters. This timeless tale captures the essence of adventure, curiosity, and the importance of...5970falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twinkly-eyes-at-valley-farm-allen-chaffee--73573320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73573320Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:05:07 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Twinkly Eyes at Valley Farm" by Allen Chaffee invites listeners into the enchanting world of Valley Farm, where the beauty of nature and the wonders of animal life come alive through vivid storytelling. This timeless tale captures the essence of...6914falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adventures-of-old-man-coyote-thornton-w-burgess--73534374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73534374Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:24:59 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Adventures of Old Man Coyote" by Thornton W. Burgess invites listeners into the whimsical world of nature through the eyes of its clever and crafty protagonist. This timeless tale captures the essence of wildlife and the intricate relationships...6353falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/memoirs-of-a-white-elephant-judith-gautier--73495234https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73495234Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:26:51 +0000Thornton W. Burgess"Memoirs of a White Elephant" by Judith Gautier invites listeners into a captivating exploration of the life and experiences of an extraordinary elephant. Through its vivid storytelling, the narrative delves into themes of identity, nature, and the...15570falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/012-tommy-learns-what-it-is-like-to-be-a-bear--69606862https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606862Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:39:32 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1315adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/011-why-tommy-took-up-all-his-traps--69606859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606859Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:39:23 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1520adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/010-tommy-becomes-a-furry-engineer--69606857https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606857Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:39:13 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1435adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/009-how-it-happened-that-reddy-fox-gained-a-friend--69606856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606856Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:39:03 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1846adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-how-tommy-envied-honker-the-goose--69606852https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606852Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:50 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1296adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-pleasures-and-troubles-of-bobby-coon--69606850https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606850Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:42 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1225adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/006-why-tommy-became-a-friend-of-red-squirrels--69606848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606848Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:33 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1483adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/005-why-peter-rabbit-has-one-less-enemy--69606846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606846Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:22 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1224adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-tommy-becomes-a-very-humble-person--69606844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606844Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:13 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1345adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-what-happened-when-tommy-became-a-mink--69606842https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606842Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:38:04 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1310adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/002-how-tommy-learned-to-admire-thunderer-the-ruffed-grouse--69606840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606840Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:37:56 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1429adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-tommy-and-the-wishing-stone--69606837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69606837Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:37:46 +0000Thornton W. BurgessTommy scuffed his bare brown feet in the grass, his face a portrait of discontent. A deep scowl chased away the joy from his round, freckled features, as if even his freckles were trying to hide from his dark mood. Tommy didnt care who knew it; he...1257adventure,animals,childhood,discovery,friendship,lessons,magic,nature,storytelling,transformationfalsefull