Kids & Family · Stories for Kids
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It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales. Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness! A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stories about kids' favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Red Riding Hood…
Adam Gidwitz presents an early draft of a new story inspired by Grimm fairy tales, specifically a magical adaptation of the Norse folktale "Tatterhood." Co-hosted with Jonah Dragan, the episode features a tale about a king and queen who wish for a child and receive an unexpected surprise. The narrative follows an…
Worth it if you enjoy Grimm fairy tale retellings, appreciate Adam Gidwitz's storytelling, or want to help shape a new children's story while hearing it early.
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest presents 'The Singing Bone,' a classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale adapted for audio. The episode tells the story of two brothers tasked with saving their kingdom from a dangerous wild boar. However, the narrative takes a darker turn when the younger brother discovers that the boar threat pales…
Worth it if you enjoy classic Grimm tales and want a concise, darker-themed story suitable for older children or family listening with parental awareness of mature content.
This is a 2-minute promotional episode for a live theatrical event featuring author Adam Gidwitz performing his "Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest" stories in Tarrytown, New York on October 25, 2026. The episode invites listeners to attend an interactive afternoon show where children will participate in shaping two fairy tales…
Worth it if you live near Tarrytown, NY and are already fans of Adam Gidwitz looking for event details.
Adam Gidwitz presents an early draft of a dark, Grimm-inspired fairy tale titled 'The Snake Sister.' The story follows Annie, a young girl whose mother dies and is subsequently placed under the care of her friend's mother—who is revealed to be a cruel witch. The witch manipulates Annie's father into marriage, then…
Worth it if you enjoy dark retellings of classic fairy tales, appreciate Adam Gidwitz's storytelling style, or want to participate in shaping a story's development.
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest presents a classic Grimm fairy tale adaptation titled 'Donkey Lettuce,' a 25-minute episode rated as 'Grimmer' on the show's darkness scale. The episode features a brave boy protagonist who encounters a mean witch and must navigate a conflict involving magical or unusual lettuce. The show…
Worth it if you enjoy Grimm fairy tale adaptations and don't mind darker, slightly grotesque storytelling for kids.
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Adam Gidwitz presents an early draft of "Scarlet and the Dragons," a new fairy-tale-inspired story that riffs on classic Grimm themes. The narrative follows Scarlet, a runaway who finds shelter in a mysterious forest house run by a kind woman and her seven sons, bound by a peculiar rule: Scarlet must leave every…
Worth it if you enjoy Grimm-inspired fairy tales with darker themes, appreciate Adam Gidwitz's storytelling, and want to participate in shaping a new story—or if you're a Pinna subscriber looking for exclusive Season 6 content.
Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest presents a 33-minute adaptation of the classic Grimm fairy tale "The Golden Goose." The episode centers on a protagonist described as "very dreamy" who becomes entangled in trouble involving a magical golden goose. The show notes classify this retelling on a scale of intensity as "Grimm"—the…
Worth it if you enjoy classic Grimm retellings and want a family-friendly story that's darker than typical children's fare but not disturbing.
Adam Gidwitz, creator of the Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest podcast, presents an early draft of a new story inspired by Filipino folklore, co-hosted with Liz Gotauco. The tale centers on Princess Madayaw (nicknamed Beauty) and Prince Barom-Mai (Barry), two characters destined to marry who embark on an adventure to collect…
Worth it if you're a fan of Adam Gidwitz's Grimm retellings or enjoy Filipino folklore-inspired stories with humor and heart.
"The Snake Sister" is a dark fairy tale retelling that follows Annie, a young girl whose life spirals into tragedy and transformation after her mother's death. Left in the care of her friend's mother, Annie discovers the woman is a cruel witch who manipulates her father into marriage, then orchestrates his…
Worth it if you enjoy dark, mature retellings of classic tales and are comfortable with themes of abuse and magical corruption.
Adam Gidwitz presents an early draft of a new fairy tale created specifically for a listener named Jonah. The story centers on two sisters who are both talented, kind, and determined, but differ significantly in their inner qualities and character. When an exciting opportunity presents itself, each sister embarks on…
Worth it if you have elementary to middle-grade listeners who enjoy classic fairy tales with contemporary emotional intelligence and appreciate personalized storytelling.
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