Wink: Stories for Better Bedtimes

A joyful story inspired by a Japanese folktale about sharing, kindness, and mouse-sized magic. Join storyteller, Steffani Raff for songs, laughter, and mindful moments that help kids relax, imagine, and remember that kindness always rolls back to you. Hey parents, here are four ways to have fun at bedtime: 1) Wiggle your nose, roll your arms and make your best squeaky laugh with your child. 2) Sniff the air like a little mouse with your child. 3) Model the circle breathing technique for your child so they understand it. 4) Show your child how to tap their cheeks. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post by DJ Cromarty. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

Plip! Plop! — is a reimagined folktale from Tibet. When a family of rabbits mistake a falling apple for a scary monster, they learn an important lesson about imagination, bravery, and mindfulness. Perfect for parents seeking bedtime stories that teach emotional regulation, deep breathing, and self-soothing. Listen, laugh, and learn simple ways to help your child stay calm and confident when something feels scary. Hey parents, here are four ways to connect at bedtime: 1) Model for your child how to make the apple with one hand and pull it with the other. 2) Give your child a bear hug when prompted. 3) Show your child how to do a bunny breath. 4) Listen to different sounds together in your child's room and label what each sound is (if you don't hear anything make up sounds like pretend snoring). For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post by DJ Cromarty. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

In Gizmo’s Magic Words, we meet Gizmo the otter — a lovable little collector of rocks and shells (and one red sneaker). When Gizmo loses his favorite rock, his mama teaches him a simple song with powerful “magic words” that help an overwhelming mess turn into pride in a job well done. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to calm a busy mind at bedtime: 1) Encourage your child to squeeze their favorite thing when prompted. 2) Encourage or model for them how to release the tension of squeezing. 3) Model bubble breaths for your child (you can even have a bubble wand one night). 4) The next time you clean up sing the song together and model for your child how to pick up one thing and put it in it's place. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post by DJ Cromarty. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

In Spider’s Gift, a humble spider longs to honor baby Jesus like the other animals in Bethlehem. When danger arises, her delicate web becomes a miraculous shield, protecting the Holy Family. This heartwarming Christmas legend celebrates love, faith, and the unique gifts we all have to share. Hey parents, here are 4 calm ways you can think about the 1st Christmas: 1) You can make hand signs for each of the animals mentioned as your child hushes them. 2) You can hush the animals with your child. 3) You can wrap your child up like the baby Jesus when prompted. 4) You can talk to your child about what gifts they have to give. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post by DJ Cromarty. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson

In this Hanukkah story, The Candle Maker, young Ezra learns the meaning behind making candles with his mother — and the miracle of sharing light with others. As Ima tells the ancient story of the Maccabees and the Golden Menorah, Ezra discovers that every act of kindness can make the world a little brighter. Perfect for families celebrating Hanukkah, teachers exploring Jewish traditions, or anyone looking for a peaceful bedtime story filled with warmth, courage, and connection. Hey parents, here are 4 ways to Explore Hanukkah: 1) You can show your child a picture of a hanukkiah, the special candle stick, to help them visualize it. 2) You can light a candle and let your child blow it out with their breath. 3) You can give your child a hug when prompted. 4) Practice breathing with your child. For more bedtime connection tips, visit Wink on Youtube, Instagram or Facebook. @ wink-bedtime-stories Wink is a production of BYUradio and is always ad and interruption free. Host: Steffani Raff. Producers: Wendy Folsom, Sam Payne, Brian Tanner and Kay Hendrickson. Post by Taehyeon Ted Kim and Kip Merrill. Social Media: Kay Hendrickson. SPECIAL THANKS to Adam Booth who consulted Wink on this episode.