Real Stories for Real Children

About Real Stories for Real Children

This gentle children’s podcast brings realistic, age-appropriate stories to life for toddlers and preschoolers ages 1.5–4, inspired by everyday experiences like having a new sibling, big feelings, and having to wait for something you want. Each short social story introduces children to common scenarios and how to respond in them. Episode descriptions also include tips for caregivers that help you tailor your approach to your child based on their needs - whether they be multilingual, non-verbal, or neurodivergent. Created by a former early childhood teacher with a PhD in education, this podcast is a positive way to support emotional growth during car rides or quiet moments together! Got a topic request? Reach out at realstoriesrealchildren@gmail.com or connect on Instagram at @RealStoriesRealChildren.

Publisher

Dr. Genevieve D'Cruz

Category

kids & family · kids & family · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jan 2026

Latest episode

10 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

24 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Sept 2026

   Tips for Caregivers: Making and Cleaning a Big Mess

   This is a companion episode to "Making and Cleaning a Big Mess." Tips for Caregivers: Remember that children are like scientists - everything is an experiment. We should expect them to make a mess! If you go into caregiving with that mindset, you might find you get a lot less frustrated. The next time there's a big mess, ask yourself: Is this a big deal because it really matters? Or because I (the adult) used to get in trouble for making a mess? Before you prevent your...

2. 

   3 Sept 2026

   Making and Cleaning a Big Mess

   Sometimes, you might make a mess that feels too big to clean up. In this story, Javi makes a big mess and learns that he can clean it up himself. Grown-ups, try this at home! There is an episode with tips for caregivers coming soon! Did you try this with your child? How'd it go? Connect with us at realstoriesrealchildren@gmail.com, or on IG at @RealStoriesRealChildren and let us know! Support the show

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   27 Aug 2026

   Tips for Caregivers: Playing with a Younger Child

   This is a companion episode to the episode, "Playing with a Younger Child." Support the show

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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Guest appearances

Does not typically book guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.