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We have 170 podcast episodes to listen to for free - just click on the episodes below to start listening. Each 15-20 minutes episode features a story about the characters at Kids’ Poetry Club as well as poems written by and for kids.
Pets Finale!
Episode 170 (March 13, 2023)
This week, a strong wind keeps everyone pinned down at the Club. Unable to make it to the bakery, Queenie opts for serving imaginary pastries before hitting upon the idea to use what few ingredients are in the kitchen. Surely even Queenie can’t bake using an old packet of dried spaghetti and a can of what could be sweetcorn? While Queenie bakes, Little Dazzy Donuts announces the winning poetry and art from the recent Pets competition to celebrate 25 winners living in 10 different countries.
Quite The Find
Episode 169 (March 6, 2023)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are spring cleaning in the Club, which means emptying all of the drawers and cupboards. To their surprise, at the back of a cupboard, they find a dusty set of keys. I wonder what they open? If it’s not the Club or the garden shed, what could it be? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with three poems read by this week's poets: Elena, Kuhu and Madeline.
The Tool Library
Episode 168 (February 27, 2023)
This week, Queenie and Chicken have found their shed almost empty and so are looking for all of the tools that they have loaned to their friends. Clearly, what they need is a better way of keeping track of who has borrowed which tool. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with poems read by this week's poets: Achyut, Bennett, Evelyn, and Sanaskriti.
Under The Sink
Episode 167 (February 20, 2023)
This week, Chicken is under the sink trying to figure out why the water isn't running. While she does that, Queenie is busy passing her tools and looking through the boxes they found in the cupboard. Perhaps there's a way to use all of the old clothes to make a new scarecrow. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with poems read by this week's poets: Isabelle, Jordan, Katherine, and Molly.
Missing Our Friend
Episode 166 (February 13, 2023)
This week, Queenie asks Little Dazzy Donuts for help in figuring out why she is having such strange dreams about Hedgehog each night. After thinking it through, they decide that Queenie is missing her friend while they are hibernating and she ends up making a cake that she knows that Hedgehog would have enjoyed. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with poems read by this week's poets: Amogh, Evie, Kashika, and Yashvi.
Lemons
Episode 165 (February 6, 2023)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are trying out creative ways of using a box of lemons that arrived in the mail. After a few unusual cookie combinations, they hit on the idea of making lemonade. But, will lemonade be a hit on a cold, snowy day? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with poems read by this week's poets: Aarav, Chloe, Jeyan and Nora.
Fun In The Sun Finale!
Episode 164 (November 28, 2022)
This week, Queenie is planning a big party to send Hedgehog off to hibernation in style, but is stuck as to what to plan. Making ice-cream cakes and booking clowns turn out to not be winning ideas, and so what will be? While Queenie noodles, Little Dazzy Donuts announces the winning poetry and art from the recent Fun In The Sun competition to celebrate 33 winners living in 12 different countries.
Question Trail
Episode 163 (November 21, 2022)
This week, Queenie , Chicken, and Hedgehog return from an early morning hike with many more questions than they have answers. Fortunately, local geography teacher Digger Don is at the end of the phone line to explain where hills and valleys come from, what's underneath grass, and why rivers don't always flow in a straight line. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with three poems read by this week's poets: Disha, Grace, and Mia.
The Cycle Race
Episode 162 (November 14, 2022)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are preparing to cheer Postie Dale as he races past the Club in a 70-mile cycle race. However, their first thought of offering sandwiches and cake may not be the best idea. Surely there's a way that they can use an old cow costume and a saucepan! While Little Dazzy Donuts prepares for his role as the rear end of the cow, he keeps everyone entertained with three poems read by this week's poets: Madeline, Nikita, and Ryan.
House Of Hedgehog
Episode 161 (November 7, 2022)
This week, Queenie is organizing a runway show at the Club complete with new major fashion lines from Chicken and the amazing House of Hedgehog. As the sewing machines buzz and material flies around the room, the big question is who will be the runway model? While Little Dazzy Donuts prepares for his star role, he keeps everyone entertained with four poems read by this week's poets: Arjun, Isaac, Kiswah, and Zymal.
The Concert Series
Episode 160 (October 31, 2022)
This week, Queenie is organizing a major concert series at the Club, and has invited some of the biggest names in music as headline acts. With the whole town excited and ready to come along, the big question is whether any of the acts will actually turn up. If not, who will perform on the stage? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with four poems read by this week's poets: Anika, Darren, Ilina, and Yashvi.
The Big Splash
Episode 159 (October 24, 2022)
This week, Queenie, Chicken and Shasta are organizing an autumn fair complete with a hook-the-pear game, pumpkin art, guess the weight of the marrow, and hot apple cider. However, the star attraction will be Little Dazzy Donuts and the Dunk Tank. While Little Dazzy Donuts awaits a watery fate, he keeps everyone entertained with four poems read by this week's poets: Amogh, Bella, Ezra, and Syed.
Jigsaw Puzzled
Episode 158 (October 17, 2022)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are tackling a 978 piece jigsaw puzzle while they wait for the rain to stop and wonder whether Hedgehog accidentally walked off with the missing 22 pieces. However, with every piece being a shade of yellow, they are yet to find two that fit together. Perhaps they will have better luck with all of the board games in the cupboard. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with four poems read by this week's poets: Aditeya, Cassidy, Genesis, and Jessica.
Stroopwafels
Episode 157 (October 10, 2022)
This week, Queenie, Chicken and Hedgehog are back from their trip to Europe, and Queenie is keen to recreate the yummy stroopwafels that they enjoyed eating in the Netherlands. However, with very few items in the fridge, it could be tough to make something as yummy as a stroopwafel. Let's see how close she gets! Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained with four poems read by this week's poets: Eniola, Evelyn, Oshin, and Selena.
My Favorite Things Finale!
Episode 156 (May 30, 2022)
This week, Queenie is locked out of the Club, with Hedgehog asleep inside together with all of the bags for their trip to Europe. With their vacation under threat, can Queenie and Little Dazzy Donuts think of a way to wake up Hedgehog in time? While they noodle, they check out all of the winning poems and art from the recent My Favorite Things competition and celebrate 25 winners living in 7 different countries.
Bon Appetite!
Episode 155 (May 23, 2022)
This week, Queenie is writing a cooking book containing all of her favorite recipes. If only she could remember how to cook any of them. So, to figure them out, she heads into the kitchen to make her infamous banana and broccoli tart. Meanwhile, Little Dazzy Donuts helps Hedgehog to get a passport and acts as the food taster. Along the way, they enjoy poems read by this week's poets: Arlene, Eitan, Manasa, and Scarlett.
It's A Mystery
Episode 154 (May 16, 2022)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, Hedgehog, and Shasta are planning their summer trip with the help of a map, some pins, and red wool. However, it looks like they will need ladders and snorkels to get between locations. Perhaps Little Dazzy Donuts can solve their mystery and help them to settle on an itinerary. Along the way, they enjoy poems read by this week's poets: Amogh, Cerys, Kuhu, and Kylian.
The Poetry Parcel
Episode 153 (May 9, 2022)
This week, Queenie is excited to receive a parcel of poems from her friends Lisa and Sheila, who work at Scotland’s National Centre for Languages. The poems are six of the winners of this year's Mother Tongue Other Tongue competition, and are in the languages of Akrikaans, Bulgarian, Doric, French, Italian, Spanish, and Urdu. To find out more about the poems and the competition, Queenie calls up her friends for a chat, and then listens to the poems read by Brooklyn, Hayley, Lucia, Regina, Sabihah, and Simon.
The Weed Patch
Episode 152 (May 2, 2022)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts arrives at the Club to enjoy some reading only to find that he completely misheard Queenie and they are actually weeding. Fortunately, weeding the veggie garden provides the perfect excuse to learn all about weeds and ways of giving them a new home. Along the way, they listen to some of the entries to the current competition on My Favorite Things, including poems from Amasha, Anderson, Cameron, and Mathilda.
The Rock Concert
Episode 151 (April 25, 2022)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts arrives at the Club ready to enjoy a rock concert only to find that it's more rock and less concert. Fortunately, Queenie has everything under control and soon has a plan to get them through the rocks and to the concert. Along the way, they listen to some of the entries to the current competition on My Favorite Things, including poems from Charlee, Evelyn, Griffin, and Nathan.
The Marketing Department
Episode 150 (April 18, 2022)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts finds himself unexpectedly attending the first ever meeting of the Kids' Poetry Club Marketing Department as Queenie tries to record a short message for the local radio station. With most of the discussion focused on refreshments for the meeting, it could be tough to record anything. Along the way, they listen to some of the entries to the current competition on My Favorite Things, including poems from Aditeya, Harshitha, Sreepriya, and Tanudi.
The Poetry Lesson
Episode 149 (April 11, 2022)
This week, to celebrate Poetry Month, Queenie asks Little Dazzy Donuts for help in writing a poem, and learns all about how to choose a topic for a poem, how to think before writing, how to come up with fun last lines, and ways of writing rhyming and non-rhyming poetry. Along the way, they re-listen to some of their favorite poems from past competitions, including poems from Ananya, Emily, Masie, and Niah.
Our Favorite Things
Episode 148 (April 4, 2022)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Hedgehog spend three days and nights in the Club listing all of their favorite things. By the time Little Dazzy Donuts arrives, the walls, floor and tables are covered, and there's a surprise awaiting in the kitchen. Along the way, they re-listen to some of their favorite poems from past competitions, including poems from Aman, Amelia, Charlee, Sahana, and Sofia.
Food & Meals Finale!
Episode 147 (March 28, 2022)
This week, Queenie invites Little Dazzy Donuts to join everyone at the evening’s Supper Club, but will he be there to enjoy all of the yummy food or will he unexpectedly find himself as the guest speaker? Fortunately, he comes along with all of the winning poems and art from the recent Food & Meals competition and so can announce the Winners as well as play extracts of all of those poems. Along the way, they hear from 24 poets from around the world, and announce 6 winning artists. With luck, there will be some pizza left over for Little Dazzy Donuts to enjoy after he wraps up!
Plan B
Episode 146 (March 21, 2022)
This week, the big day has finally arrived, and Queenie and Chicken are preparing for Hedgehog's return from hibernation. Unfortunately, they find that they need a new plan when the weather turns out to be much wetter than expected. After some noodling, their creativity shines through and they even come up with a new song. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts helps them by playing three poems sent in for the Food & Meals competition by Alexis, Angela, and Susitna.
Goodbye To Winter
Episode 145 (March 14, 2022)
This week, Queenie is preparing a special evening where the friends get together to say goodbye to winter and to do all of the winter activities that they won't be able to do for another nine months. To keep everyone happy, she makes her six bean soup and lasagna, although there's some improvising involved when she doesn't quite have all of the ingredients needed. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained by playing three poems sent in for the Food & Meals competition by Ananya, Olivia, and Sophia.
The Job Interview
Episode 144 (March 7, 2022)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts finds himself unexpectedly applying for a position in the Pie Club Headquarters team to support the production line staffed by Chicken, Shasta, Henrietta, and Queenie. The key role is all his if only he can pass the test that every other applicant failed. While he fills out the application form and completes the job interview, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained by playing three poems sent in for the Food & Meals competition by Anusha, Evelyn, and Kyle.
Pie Club
Episode 143 (February 28, 2022)
This week, Queenie and Chicken sign up Little Dazzy Donuts as their first member of Pie Club to raise funds for the new community garden. However, they'll need more than one subscriber! So, they seek help from the Sage Advice Hour on the local radio station in the hope that Sage can work out how to get their phones ringing. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained by playing three poems sent in for the current competition by Sanaskriti, Selvalakshmi and Vasuprada.
Roadside Parsnips
Episode 142 (February 21, 2022)
This week. with spring just around the corner, planning is underway for what to plant in the garden, but there are far more ideas than the garden can fit. So, a plan is needed to make the garden bigger. Having ruled out making it longer and wider, will everyone buy into Shasta's idea of making it deeper or will Queenie come to the rescue? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts keeps everyone entertained by playing three poems sent in for the current competition by Abigail, Amogh and Yue Ting.
Flying High
Episode 141 (February 14, 2022)
This week, Queenie is waiting for her big box to arrive at the Club so that she can assemble her new mini-trampoline - but, no matter how many times she checks the door, there's still no box. Fortunately, when it does arrive, she has a plan to test how bouncy it is. While she waits, Little Dazzy Donuts helps to pass the time by playing four poems sent in for the current competition by Arjun, Enette, Maya, and Uwani.
The Pile Of Wood
Episode 140 (February 7, 2022)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts is heading into the Club on his birthday, but will Queenie remember that it's a special day? And is the large pile of wood inside of the Club a part of a special surprise? All will be revealed, with a little help from Chicken. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays three poems sent in for the current competition by Aditeya, Jeyan, and Oshin.
The Cooking Class Revisited
Episode 139 (December 20, 2021)
Queenie and Chicken are busy working through everything they want to complete before starting a new diary. They've sent all of their friends a "thank you" card to thank them for a fun year, and are now delivering a cake to the local librarians. Making that cake reminds Little Dazzy Donuts of when Queenie arranged a cooking class in the Club, and invited around her friends. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts read three poems and Queenie somehow managed to invent a new type of food.
Mini Golf Revisited
Episode 138 (December 13, 2021)
With Queenie off at the dentist, Little Dazzy Donuts is heading into the Club through the rain to review some of the early entries into the new competition on Food & Meals. Fortunately, the characters at the Club always come up with fun ideas for making the most of wet days, and the weather reminds Little Dazzy Donuts of the time that Queenie and Chicken built a mini golf course inside of the Club and everyone popped in for a round of golf. If only they could agree how to decide the winner!
Au Revoir, Hedgehog
Episode 137 (December 6, 2021)
This week, Queenie is preparing a special goodbye party for Hedgehog, who is starting hibernation for Winter. In addition to an amazing photo collage and lots of party food, Queenie adds to the fun by calling her friend, astrophysicist and space poet, Sean Raymond, who reads out a poem from his space poetry book. All of this gives Queenie an idea for the topic of the next competition.
Space & The Sky Finale!
Episode 136 (November 29, 2021)
This week, Queenie is faced with the tough challenge of deciding who has won for the recent Space & The Sky poetry and art competition. She has managed to narrow it down to the favorite 23 poems, but what happens next? While she figures it out, Little Dazzy Donuts plays three amazing poems from Ajla, Ayla, and Keisha, who all live in Australia. By the time he’s finished, it’s clear that the time has come to celebrate all of the favourite poems and also to announce the art winners!
The Leafapalooza
Episode 135 (November 22, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are preparing the garden for an evening of Autumn fun, which they're naming the Leafapalooza, complete with leaf jumping, pumpkin bowls, and hot apple cider. Little Dazzy Donuts helps with lots of raking, and also by playing four amazing poems from Eloise in Australia, Prachi and Rex in the United Kingdom, and Sunita in India.
Staring Into Space
Episode 134 (November 15, 2021)
This week, Queenie's recovering from spending the night walking around town with Hedgehog, and is left with lots of questions about the sky and space. To find answers, she calls up astrophysicist and space poet, Sean Raymond, and they talk about what's in the sky, how far away stars are, and whether there are hedgehogs on other planets. Along the way, Queenie and Little Dazzy Donuts listen to three amazing poems from Eleanor, Lily, and Megan, who are all from the United Kingdom.
Times Are Changing
Episode 133 (November 8, 2021)
This week, Queenie's wondering why everyone is late apart from her and Hedgehog, and then calls up Chef Katie Currant for some advice on how to make apple squares as a treat for when she, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are preparing the garden for winter. Along the way, they listen to three amazing poems from Benjamin in Singapore, Enette in the United States, and Kuhu in India.
Month Of The Hedgehog
Episode 132 (November 1, 2021)
This week, Queenie's planning a "Month of the Hedgehog" with a whole month of hedgehog-related activities prior to Hedgehog starting hibernation. The month will start with a "learn all about hedgehogs" evening, and to help prepare for it, she speaks with April from the Scottish SPCA about hedgehogs, hibernation, and how the SSPCA helps injured and poorly hedgehogs. Along the way, they also listen to three amazing poems from Dulasi in Sri Lanka, Niah in the United Kingdom, and Sanaskriti in India
If The Cap Fits
Episode 131 (October 25, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are learning all about mushrooms after Hedgehog finds a wonderful new orange mushroom in the garden log pile. They start a mushroom journal, and they're helped along the way by Waxcap Jack from the local Mushroom Club, who tells them all about the wonder of mushrooms. They also listen to three amazing poems from Aarohi in Belgium, Disuli in Sri Lanka, and Onel in Sri Lanka.
The '80s Party
Episode 130 (October 18, 2021)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts is dressed up in some very bright clashing colorful clothes, all ready for a very unusual '80s party, while Queenie manages the activities and food with help from Judy at the Rising Bun Bakery. One way or another, it's going to be a very memorable evening! Along the way, they listen to three amazing poems from Amogh in the United States, Gehara in Sri Lanka, and Sanali in Sri Lanka.
Back At The Club
Episode 129 (October 11, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are back at the Club after their long road trip. However, they find that they can't get inside - something appears to be blocking the door. Perhaps Shasta knows why. Also, Queenie chats by phone with her new friend, Ari, from the At Your Level podcast. Along the way, they listen to three amazing poems from Aditeya in India, Achyut in the United States, and Buvindu in Sri Lanka.
The Audition Revisited
Episode 128 (October 4, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are near the end of their road trip, and are thinking about all of their friends they haven't seen for a few weeks. That reminds them of the funny time when Queenie invited those friends to audition for parts in her radio play. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when he arrived at the Club that day.
A Blustery Day Revisited
Episode 127 (September 27, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are on their way home from their road trip when the weather changes from Summer to Autumn. They battle through wind and rain, and even call up Sammy Showers to see if the rain will ever end. It reminded them of the time when it was so windy that they got tangled up in their kites. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when he arrived at the Club that day.
Games Night Revisited
Episode 126 (September 20, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are halfway through their road trip when they start working on a giant jigsaw puzzle with one thousand yellow pieces. It reminds them of the time when they held a Games Night at the Club, complete with unusual versions of standard board games. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when he arrived at the Club that day.
Queenie's Players Revisited
Episode 125 (September 13, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are buying tickets for an outdoor theater, and it reminds them of the time that Queenie and Chicken decided to put on a show. First, they needed to decide what their show would be about, who would be in it, and whether there was a suitable part for Little Dazzy Donuts. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when he arrived at the Club that day.
Chicken's Dog Revisited
Episode 124 (September 6, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken pause their road trip to watch a sheepdog demonstration, and it reminds them of the time that Chicken entered her dog into a local competition to raise money for charities. If you're surprised to hear that Chicken has a dog, then so was Little Dazzy Donuts, until Chicken fetched the dog from her home. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when Queenie and Chicken arrived at the Club that day.
Growing Veg. Revisited
Episode 123 (August 30, 2021)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts, Queenie, and Chicken are on a road trip visiting sustainable farms. While away, they chat about some of the fun times they've shared over the last 18 months, and laugh about when Queenie and Chicken started the garden behind the Club. Those who are new to the Club may not know the story, and so Little Dazzy Donuts reminds everyone of what happened when he arrived at the Club that day.
Outdoor Fun Finale!
Episode 122 (August 23, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts figure out how to announce the Winners of the Outdoor Fun competition when heavy rains threaten their awards ceremony. Along the way, they hear from 40 Finalist poets from around the world, and announce 13 poets and artists as Winners. Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems, all while Queenie shares the local news and weather. Hopefully, the rain will stop in time for their road trip that starts the next day!
Summer Fair Fête
Episode 121 (August 16, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken organize a special Summer Fair Fête, and Little Dazzy Donuts ends up judging the vegetable and costume competitions. Who will have the most unusual carrot and the roundest potato ... and who will Queenie come dressed as? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from Belgium, Qatar, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States written by: Aarohi, Asha, Freya, Harvey, Jackson, Jonah, Meera, Priyanka, Purab, and Victoria.
The Charity Concert
Episode 120 (August 9, 2021)
This week, Queenie is planning a big Charity Concert in the park, and the Chicken Jazz Quartet have agreed to be headliners. Despite writing her own song for the event, Queenie feels like something else is needed to provide a "wow moment". Could the answer be to reunite Chicken on stage with her former saxophone teacher, Seymour? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads poems about playing a tune, a duo, and getting the band back together.
The Lavender Festival
Episode 119 (August 2, 2021)
This week, Queenie organizes a fun festival in the garden behind the Club so that her friends can make lavender wreaths. Meanwhile, Chicken builds a large lavender sculpture and Queenie prepares to perform her Symphony #1 for the Triangle. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States written by: Amaya, Ananya, Ira, Ivanka, Mckinleigh, Pickle, Riyansh, and Tanish.
Things Are Looking Up
Episode 118 (July 26, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken and Little Dazzy Donuts are enjoying an afternoon of floating in the pool while sipping their fruity icy drinks. Plus, they have a new inflatable flamingo. While looking up at the sky, they learn all about clouds and about how birds learn to sing. They also listen to Little Dazzy Donuts reading poems about facing up to today, clouding my mind, and being together.
Hedgehog's Skate School
Episode 117 (July 19, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are helping to launch Hedgehog's skate school, and find themselves with a class full of eager students. Somehow, they end up teaching the basics, and try to persuade Little Dazzy Donuts to demonstrate how to fall down safely! Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from India and the United States written by: Anna, Arlo, Eleanor, Phoebe, Sammy, Sanaskriti, Shreya, and Shubhangi.
Up To Bat
Episode 116 (July 12, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken and Hedgehog are settling down by the wildflower garden with homemade lemonade and fresh strawberries all ready to watch the evening's flying show from their local bats. While they wait, they chat to their new friend, Little Carrot Donuts, and learn all about the wonder of bats. They also listen to Little Dazzy Donuts reading poems about a wildflower garden, watching bats, and what happens when the sun goes down.
All Hands On Deck
Episode 115 (July 5, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Shasta try out their Food Truck in the park for the first time, but things don't quite go to plan when most of the town turns up to enjoy a yummy treat. Fortunately, Little Dazzy Donuts is there to help. First, he just needs to learn the recipes for all of their shakes. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from India, Singapore, South Korea, and the United States written by: Amogh, Kaylynn, Kuhu, Prisha, Sofia, and Yue Ting.
The Garden Limpets
Episode 114 (June 28, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are organizing a sports evening in the garden behind the Club with races like the Kale Fetch, the Radish Balance, and the Many-legged Obstacle Race. Will anyone beat Hedgehog's record for balancing a radish? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts is there to help, and also to read poems about kale delivery, a race to last place, and racing round and round.
Learning The Moves
Episode 113 (June 21, 2021)
This week, Queenie runs a big meeting to plan the launch of the new Food Truck and to decide who will be their Head of Marketing. It's an important and high-profile role that also involves learning a lot of moves. Surely someone other than Little Dazzy Donuts will volunteer! Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from India and the United States written by: Aadrita, Aadhyaa, Abby, Alexis, Angela, and Susitna.
The Beach Club
Episode 112 (June 14, 2021)
This week, rain forces Queenie and Chicken to postpone their trip to the beach, and so they instead build a beach inside of the Club to show Hedgehog just how amazing it is to visit the seaside. All they need is sand, a sea, and a picnic. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts is there to help, and also to read poems about bad weather at the beach, a beach riddle, and our last visit to the beach.
Science Experiments
Episode 111 (June 7, 2021)
This week, things are looking up as Queenie and Shasta are experimenting to find the perfect milkshakes to sell from their food truck. Fortunately, they have Little Dazzy Donuts as their taste tester. The big question is ... will anyone be brave enough to try their black-colored milkshake? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poetry competition entries from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, written by: Aditeya, Alice, Eldad, Grace, Hannah, and Lara.
The Food Truck
Episode 110 (May 31, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken and Shasta rescue an old food truck and prepare to restore it to its former glory. First, they have to decide what sort of food to serve and what color to paint the truck, both of which prove more challenging than expected. Fortunately, Little Dazzy Donuts is there to help, and also to read poems about a new recipe, choosing a paint color, and painting a ceiling.
Mystery Of The Missing Veggies
Episode 109 (May 24, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are resting in lawn chairs, out of the hot midday sun, and enjoying some reading. Unable to find the right book to read, Queenie decides to write her own - if only she can think of a mystery to write about. Wouldn't it be great if a mystery simply turned up? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads poems about things looking up, a mystery, and doing things by the book.
Friends & Family Finale!
Episode 108 (May 17, 2021)
This week, the Club hosts the awards ceremony for the Friends & Family competition, where 43 poets from around the world are celebrated as Finalists, and 11 poets and artists are announced as Winners. We hear from all of the poetry Finalists, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems, all while Queenie manages the chaos backstage. Will the dancing sheep ever make it on to the stage?
Bonus Kids' Poems - Stagehands
Episode 107 (May 13, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken build a new stage for next week's awards ceremony, and include a special "wow" factor of a trap door. The big question is ... will anyone be brave enough to test it out? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from Canada, Japan, and the United States, written by: Amritha, Aakarsha, Cameron, Ellie, Finley, Jillian, Lucy, and Theo.
Butterfly Buffet
Episode 106 (May 10, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are doing science experiments on pH and on PB, as well as learning all about the wonders of butterflies, their lifecycle, and what flowers to plant so that butterflies have plenty of yummy food for Spring and Summer. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads poems about my kind of jam, showing your true colors, and picturing somebody always being with you.
Banner Moment
Episode 105 (May 3, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are busy thinking of creative ways to wish Happy Birthday to Judy at the Rising Bun Bakery. Having ruled out plans to use planes and birds, they hit upon the winning idea. All they need is a tractor and a skateboarding hedgehog. While they bring their plan to life, Little Dazzy Donuts reads poem about blocked ideas, secret ingredients, and being unique.
Bonus Kids' Poems - TV Time
Episode 104 (April 29, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Little Dazzy Donuts opens a package of poetry from Postie Dale while Queenie prepares to be interviewed live on the local TV news. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India, Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, written by: Ananya, Esme, Gabby, Ira, Kabir, Lile, and Summer.
Hints & Tips
Episode 103 (April 26, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are busy answering their own questions about gardening when they're invited to answer listener gardening questions on the Tom and Art Drive-Time Radio Show. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads a new riddle poem, as well as poems about being an ex-expert and taking an exam only to find your mind all blank.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Poetic Language
Episode 102 (April 22, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie learns about the joys of listening to how poems are read in different languages, and also learns about where those languages are spoken. She is helped by five winners from the Mother Tongue Other Tongue competition run by Scotland's National Centre for Languages: Abbie, Chancelvie, Lewis, Rona, and Zayne, who read their poems in Gaelic, French, Spanish, German, and Hausa.
Pancake Breakfast
Episode 101 (April 19, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Hedgehog arrange a "Spring Is Here Breakfast Bonanza", including an extensive menu and entertainment from a local choir. With Queenie on quality control, will any breakfast items survive until others arrive? Along the way, they learn all about the dawn chorus, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about Spring being sprung, breakfast time, and a bird choir.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Ribbon Cutting
Episode 100 (April 15, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as the day arrives for the opening ceremony for the skatepark, complete with music, dancing, a speech from the mayor, and a flying hedgehog. Of course, a few things are bound to not quite go to plan, especially if the town doesn’t actually have a mayor. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, written by: Lily, Neevh, Poppy, Sanaskriti and Zoe.
Nocturnal Rambles
Episode 99 (April 12, 2021)
This week, Hedgehog offers to take everyone on a nighttime ramble to show them around the town at night. Of course, it's also an excuse for a yummy picnic, as well as a chance to learn about the phases of the moon. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about feeling someone with you on a walk, being helped safely back home, and the moon.
Bonus Kids' Poems - A Concrete Idea
Episode 98 (April 8, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as building work starts on the hedgehog-shaped skatepark, once Queenie has figured out the difference between making a cake and making concrete. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from Namibia, India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with five poets reading their own poems: Annie, Jeyan, Leander, Mila, and Shubhangi.
Planting History
Episode 97 (April 5, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are planting trees in their garden. They talk about the many benefits of trees, as well as how their trees will be enjoyed by generations to come. They conclude that, in many ways, they are planting a piece of history. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about the job of a tree, how tree planters are optimists, and deciding where to lay down your roots.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Worm Power
Episode 96 (April 1, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken celebrate the start of April by playing a fun prank on Little Dazzy Donuts and then plan for the fun of Poetry Month. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India, Pakistan, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with six poets reading their own poems: Anneshwar, Ella, Gwen, Kuhu, Onelani, and Shaheer.
Illustration Corner
Episode 95 (March 29, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are looking for ways to fund the construction of the new skatepark. After ruling out a few options, they hit upon the winning idea of an art auction. If only they can find someone who wants to buy their art. Perhaps Tom and Art at the Drive-Time Show can help. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about food on the brain, creating a work of art, and life's not a pancake.
Unearthing The Past
Episode 94 (March 22, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are learning about the history of their garden based on what they find using a metal detector and a spade. They discover a lot of interesting items, and one that deserves even more investigation using a gardening book. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about walking in the footsteps of others, finding items with a metal detector, and making a museum from all your own belongings.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Permit Permitting
Episode 93 (March 18, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie tries hard to remember a joke, and also receives an official envelope with the results of her planning application to build a skatepark. However, the approval may not be quite what she was expecting. Along the way, Queenie and Little Dazzy Donuts listen to poems from India, Thailand, the United Kingdom and the United States, with eights poets reading their own poems: Abby, Aditeya, Alice, Aman, Amogh, Ella, Mona and Shay.
Hedgehog's Return
Episode 92 (March 15, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken plan a special "welcome back" for their friend, Hedgehog, who is returning from hibernation. They put out food and water, hang twinkly lights in the garden, and prepare to show Hedgehog photographs of everything that has happened over Winter. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about missing friends, what it's like without a friend, and how friends add light into our lives.
The Ant Dance
Episode 91 (March 8, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are tidying the garden ready for Spring and Hedgehog's return from hibernation. They're weeding, planting seeds, and tidying away branches that fell during windstorms. After discovering ants, they decide to learn all about them and how they help a gardener. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about the return of Spring, dancing with ants, and a bee in the kitchen.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Spring Cleaning
Episode 90 (March 4, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken turn an ant hunt into a Spring cleaning, and tidy up all the odds and ends that have collected around the Club. They even have a good idea for making use of the skateboard they find. Along the way, they listen to poems from India, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom and the United States, with six poets reading their own poems: Akriti, Chanelie, Didriksha, Rebecca, Susanna, and Umme.
Queenie & Chicken's Drive-Time
Episode 89 (March 1, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken discover that the day's snowstorm has prevented anyone from getting into the local radio station, and so leap into action to save the Drive-Time Show. However, it turns out to all be a little more challenging than they originally thought. Can they still pull off the show complete with local news, weather, and traffic? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about bouncing back from illness, someone's least favorite jam, and being snowed under.
Headline News
Episode 88 (February 22, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are writing an article for the Weekly Bugle newspaper all about the moles who visit their garden. The article is packed with interesting information and includes a wonderful illustration of a mole, but is missing quotes from moles. Perhaps the moles have an unexpected way of somehow communicating with them. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about making mountains out of molehills, someone who loves digging, and newspapers.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Friendship Trees
Episode 87 (February 18, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken help to decide on the topic for the new competition with a lot of help from poems sent into the Club, as well as by making snow characters and building a Friendship Tree. Along the way, they listen to poems from the United Kingdom and the United States, with four poets reading their own poems: Ivy, Janie, Mackenzie, and Sofia.
Phone-A-Friend
Episode 86 (February 15, 2021)
This week, Queenie is concerned about people who don't have anyone to call or chat to, and so sets up a Phone-A-Friend service. To spread the good news, she announces it on the Tom & Art Drive-Time Show, where she takes part in their special competition. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a friend's return, being a call away, and being friends until the end.
Hopes & Dreams Finale!
Episode 85 (February 8, 2021)
This week, the Club hosts the awards ceremony for the current competition on the topic of Hopes & Dreams, where 35 poets from around the world are celebrated as Finalists, and nine poets and artists are announced as competition Winners. We hear from all of the Finalists, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems between courses in Queenie's awards banquet.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Banquet Planners
Episode 84 (February 4, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie runs the planning meeting to prepare everyone for Monday's awards ceremony. The ideas are flowing, and there's a winning idea in there somewhere. But, will there be anyone at the ceremony to enjoy it? Along the way, they listen to poems from Australia, Austria, Canada, Ireland, United Kingdom, and the United States, with seven poets reading their entries into the current competition: Abigail, Ava, Emma, Isabelle, Líle, Miles, and Siyana.
Snowdrops & Snow Drips
Episode 83 (February 1, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are seeking inspiration for their Winter artwork. With help from local artist, Bill Ding, they brave the weather to take a few photos, and return back to the warmth to select two as the basis for their paintings. Along the way, they learn about painting Winter scenes and also about Winter flowers, like snowdrops. Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems on bunches, self-raising flowers, and snowdrops.
Frosty Frolics
Episode 82 (January 25, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are braving the coldest day of the year to harvest Winter veggies for the food bank using their handy cold frames, but they're worried that all of the birds are being left hungry because of ice and snow. They therefore make some yummy bird food to hang in trees while Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems on being knocked out cold, running like the wind, and bearing in mind.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Dreaming Together
Episode 81 (January 21, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as everyone at the Club ponders what birds dream about, before sharing what they each hope for the future. Of course, there's no time like the present, and so they rearrange the Club to help Shasta towards achieving her dream of running a dance studio. Along the way, they listen to poems from the United Kingdom and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the current competition: Casia, Clarissa, Elizabeth, Mary, and Tiera.
Night Detectives
Episode 80 (January 18, 2021)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts turn into night detectives to find out what's making the noise that Chicken hears each evening. They're helped by a book on nocturnal animals and night binoculars as they explore badgers, foxes, and owls. While they wait for the noise to happen again, Little Dazzy Donuts helps to pass the time by reading two poems on calling out for someone and owls, and they also solve a two-word riddle poem.
Fun On The Slopes
Episode 79 (January 11, 2021)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are encouraged by Sammy Showers' weather forecast for heavy snow, and rise early for a day of sledding. The sleds are ready, and their clothes too, but when will the snow arrive? While they wait, they learn about where snow and hail comes from, and Little Dazzy Donuts helps to pass the time by reading three poems on waiting for snow, a fresh snowfall, and the fun of sledding.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Space Flight
Episode 78 (January 7, 2021)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken get excited about space after seeing entries for the current competition. They prepare themselves for space travel with the help of the local park, some dried fruits, a ski outfit, and a bee costume, and invite Little Dazzy Donuts to watch out of the window. Along the way, they listen to poems from India and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the current competition: Amogh, Ayushman, Sanaskriti, Trishna, and Umme.
Bread Maker Ronnie's 80th
Episode 77 (January 4, 2021)
This week, Queenie discovers that Bread Maker Ronnie is celebrating his 80th birthday, and she wants to make his special day something to remember. After checking with Judy at the Rising Bun Bakery, she hatches a plan to work with Chicken on two surprise gifts - one of which will be much more surprising than the other! Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems on celebrating an 80th birthday, on a Winter birthday, and on how age is a sum of the parts.
Bonus Kids' Poems - New Year's Eve
Episode 76 (December 31, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Little Dazzy Donuts, Queenie, Chicken, and Shasta hold their New Year's Eve celebration in the garden behind the Club. There's dancing, hot chocolate, sheep jokes, and a non-fireworks display, all leading up to their countdown to 2021. Along the way, they listen to poems entered into the current competition from India, Ireland, and the United States, written by Jeyan, Lucia, Neassa, Sahana, and Shreya.
Celebrations
Episode 75 (December 28, 2020)
As the end of the year approaches, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts sit around the Noodling Table to celebrate the fun they shared during 2020, and are helped by Queenie's diary. They enjoy an unusual celebration cake, revisit pages from the diary, and pledge to look after the diary as it stores their precious memories. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems on diaries, at the end of the year, and a new year.
The Special Show
Episode 74 (December 21, 2020)
The time has finally arrived for Queenie’s Special Show to entertain everyone on the local radio station. It includes songs, poems, jokes, and tap-dancing sheep. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads a story poem about how two friends help everyone through the darkness of Winter, and a poem about the importance of relatives this time of year. Queenie also says a cheery "hello" to friends of the Club who live around the World.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Pre-Show Jitters
Episode 73 (December 17, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Little Dazzy Donuts figure out the script for next Monday's Special Show. Queenie has a pile of ideas, but none of them seems the right one. If only she had an acting cat, or had actors who knew how to act invisible. That said, the perfect idea emerges and, with Chicken's help, all will be great on the night. Along the way, they play poems from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the current competition: Achyut, Didriksha, Melissa, Severa, and Sneha.
The Audition
Episode 72 (December 14, 2020)
This week, Queenie is holding auditions to cast actors for the upcoming Special Show that she is writing and directing. After first warming everyone up with some exercises, she then learns a lot about the actors available to her, and why she may need a Plan B ... and then a Plan C. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about someone whose heart is set on being in the theater, an understudy, and someone who is typecast for an unexpected role.
Feeling Inspired
Episode 71 (December 7, 2020)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts and Queenie discuss what inspires them, and it prompts Queenie to explore how her poetry is inspired by Chicken's jazz music. With the help of Lady Day at the radio station, Queenie writes and performs her own jazz poetry, accompanied by the famous Chicken Jazz Quartet. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads out poems on being inspired and on what I'll be when I grow up.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Let’s Decorate
Episode 70 (December 3, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts decorate the Club as part of the Hopes and Dreams competition. They're working on a Rainbow Land, a chalkboard wall, and a Muriel! Along the way, they play poems from India, Sri Lanka, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with seven poets reading their entries into the current competition: Chanelie, Ananya, Asmita, Dhani, Maya, Salawe, and Prisha.
Stargazers
Episode 69 (November 30, 2020)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts joins Queenie and Chicken as they look at the night sky. They're watching for stars, planets, constellations, and satellites too. If they spot one specific satellite, they have a special message all ready for it. Along the way, they learn about stars, why they twinkle, and how far they are from Earth, all while Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about where the sun goes at night, how to touch the sky, and a twinkling star.
Mini Golf
Episode 68 (November 23, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken take advantage of rainstorms to explore options for indoor fun, and opt to make a mini golf course inside of the Club, complete with tees, sand bunkers, holes, and home-made obstacles. They're joined by Shasta, and so there's a discussion about whether to play by sheep rules, chicken rules, or just make up their own. Little Dazzy Donuts joins them, and reads three poems about a hole in one, the fun of taking part, and many different types of exercise.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Strange Dream
Episode 67 (November 19, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts decide on the topic for the Winter poetry and art competition. They're helped by analyzing Queenie's strange hedgehog dream, complete with a castle, paw prints in the snow, and a ray of light. Along the way, they listen to three amazing poems from the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and the United States, which are read by Amogh, Dara, and Freddie.
Feathered Friends
Episode 66 (November 16, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are bird watching from the deck of Chicken's home. They're watching the different ways that birds eat, and also learning about migration. To help, they use their own special ways of attracting geese into the garden, and also of directing migrating birds to fly in the right direction. Little Dazzy Donuts joins them, and reads three poems about feathered friends, using binoculars, and joining birds by migrating for Winter.
Gratitude Finale!
Episode 65 (November 9, 2020)
This week, the Club hosts the awards ceremony for the Autumn/Fall 2020 competition on the topic of Gratitude where nearly thirty poets from around the world are celebrated as Finalists, and nine poets and artists are announced as competition Winners. We hear from all of the Finalists, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems with help from Queenie, the Chicken Jazz Quartet, dancing sheep, and a world sheep exclusive.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Dress Rehearsal
Episode 64 (November 5, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie runs the dress rehearsal to prepare everyone for the awards ceremony happening next week. Her main focus is on designing an amazing opening number, which sees the sheep dipping into their well-hidden talents as dancers. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Agasthya, Kanan, Liliana, Menucha, and Riyansh.
A Blustery Day
Episode 63 (November 2, 2020)
This week, everyone is battling a strong wind, none more so than Queenie and Chicken when attempting to fly a kite. Along the way, they learn about wind from local weather forecaster, Sammy Showers, and also learn about how spiders spin their webs. Sammy also decides to name the windstorm after Queenie. To take their minds off of Windstorm Queenie, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a windy day, a hurricane, and layering clothes.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Fundraiser
Episode 62 (October 29, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie, Chicken, and Shasta organize a 24-hour fundraiser to raise money for the local food bank. There's non-stop poetry reading, jazz, and sheep balancing ... and the final hour is broadcast live on the local radio station. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from Ireland, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with four poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Achyut, Atira, Millie, and Oliver.
The Pajama Party
Episode 61 (October 26, 2020)
This week, Queenie organizes a pajama party for Hedgehog complete with charades, a buffet, and gifts. It's a wonderful send-off as Hedgehog prepares to hibernate in the special Hibernation Station at the bottom of the garden. Along the way, everyone learns about why and how animals hibernate, and how to protect hedgehogs, while Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a slumber party, saying goodbye, and what's just around the corner.
Games Night
Episode 60 (October 19, 2020)
This week, gardening is put on hold due to rain, and so Queenie, Chicken, and Shasta design some board games to help pass the time, and Little Dazzy Donuts learns about some of the challenges of playing games designed for chickens and sheep. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about saving for a rainy day, a challenging jigsaw puzzle, and an Autumn riddle.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Non-Pumpkin Patch
Episode 59 (October 15, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Little Dazzy Donuts visits Queenie and Chicken's non-pumpkin patch, which offers all of the fun of a pumpkin patch but without any actual pumpkins. They enjoy carving, a corn maze, and a demonstration of sheep trials. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India, the United Kingdom, and the United States, with six poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Ananya, Archita, Asmita, Ayesha, Clarissa, and Jeyan.
The Rising Bun
Episode 58 (October 12, 2020)
This week, Little Dazzy Donuts brings pastries into the Club to share while everyone reads the local newspaper, The Weekly Bugle. The big news story is on Page 6, and it prompts Queenie to write a short piece for the paper on why she's grateful for her favorite bakery. To prepare, she chats with Judy and Bread-maker Ronnie from the bakery, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about different types of food, bread, and it being "news to me".
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Music Lesson
Episode 57 (October 8, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Chicken gives Queenie her first trumpet lesson. It involves a lot of towels and a few donuts too. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from India and the United Kingdom, with four poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Neha, Prachi, Shreyashi, and Subha.
The “Thank You” Concert
Episode 56 (October 5, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are planning a special "thank you" concert in the garden to thank everyone who helped them during the Summer. However, a member of the famous Chicken Jazz Quartet is taken ill. Perhaps the timing is right for Queenie to step up with her skills on the triangle, aided by the expert advice of Lady Day, from the Jazz Brunch Show on the local radio. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about an unexpected music lesson, joining a band, and a music pioneer.
The Fishing Trip
Episode 55 (September 28, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are fishing on the riverbank using quite unusual bait that seems guaranteed to make the fish smile. They pass the time finding non-answers to burning questions, as well as by enjoying their thermos of tea. Plus, Queenie has packed a hamper of yummy goodies, leveraging her grandma's recipes. As they all enjoy the scenery, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about the one that got away, a fish band, and something you can take to the bank.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Carrot Cake
Episode 54 (September 24, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken use their spare carrots to make carrot cakes to thank their friends for all they do to help them. That said, they actually don't know how to make carrot cakes. Still, that won't stop them from using their great carrots, with a little help from Chef Katie Currant. Along the way. Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from China, India, and the United States, with four poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Turanya, Urvashi, Varsha, and Xinyue.
Queenie’s Players
Episode 53 (September 21, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken hear the news that the local theater's December show is being cancelled, and so decide to put on their own show instead. They think through possible actors, and start work on the plot, before realizing that they had forgotten the most important part of any theatrical performance! Along the way, they are helped by Chef Katie Currant, and by Little Dazzy Donuts, who reads three poems about taking the stage, dreaming of being an actor, and acting strange.
Pond Squad
Episode 52 (September 14, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken build a pond next to their wildflower garden, and learn from Hedgehog about how to make sure that a pond or pool is safe for creatures. To spread the word to others, they engage the help of local DJs, Tom and Art, and then make their services available to help install ramps for hedgehogs. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a modest fish, pond world, and a peaceful pond.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - The Photo Shoot
Episode 51 (September 10, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie takes photographs of the sheep following their amazing idea for a way to market the Autumn/Fall competition. Queenie has all of the essentials to help her: a tripod, a backdrop, and a wind machine. She also has Little Dazzy Donuts there to keep the sheep calm by playing poems from England, India, Nigeria, and the United States, with four poets reading their entries into the Autumn/Fall competition on the topic of Gratitude: Aditeya, Amogh, Akubueze, and Alfie.
The Farm Stand
Episode 50 (September 7, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken open a farm stand where people can take the veggies they need, night or day. They're helped by local artist, Bill Ding, who makes them a nice sign for the stand, and by Little Dazzy Donuts, who helps with the wheelbarrow. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about our salad days, being in a pickle, and the joys of a squeaky wheelbarrow.
Radio Stars
Episode 49 (August 31, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are interviewed by local radio DJs, Tom and Art, for their drive-time show, and talk all about the current competition and their vegetable garden. They also get a guided tour of the radio station, and come back with a special gift for Little Dazzy Donuts. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about fifteen seconds of fame, an answer machine, and a radio.
The Treasure Hunt
Episode 48 (August 24, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken plan a treasure hunt to brighten Sammy Showers' birthday, using walkie-talkies to give clues and stay in touch. Hopefully, Sammy finds his birthday treasure and special cupcake. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about blowing out birthday candles, a birthday party for one, and the fun of using a walkie-talkie. 10-4. Roger. Over!
Bonus Kids' Poems - Hedgehog's Note
Episode 47 (August 20, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Little Dazzy Donuts, Queenie and Chicken wrap up the Summer competition, and decide on the topic for the Autumn/Fall competition. They are helped along the way by a lovely note from Hedgehog, and by four poets reading out their own poems: Cali and Amilah from the U.K., Amogh from the United States, and Bavneet from Malaysia. The whole experience leads them to decide on a wonderful new topic for the competition, and make the official announcement.
The Cooking Class
Episode 46 (August 17, 2020)
This week, Queenie invites her friends around to the Club for a cooking class to make a dinner and dessert. Surely nothing can go wrong when everyone is making one of two meals that sound similar? Fortunately, Queenie may just save the day by inventing a new fusion cuisine. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about somebody's cooking specialty, eating family-style, and doing Spring cleaning.
Home Finale!
Episode 45 (August 10, 2020)
This week, the Club hosts the awards ceremony for the Summer 2020 competition, where over thirty poets from around the world are celebrated as Finalists, and eight poets and artists are announced as competition Winners. We hear from all of the Finalists, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems with help from Donna Worry, Sammy Showers, Bill Ding, and Chef Katie Currant. Along the way, the Chicken Quartet impress with their smooth jazz sounds, and Queenie ensures that everything stays on track.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Home Stretch
Episode 44 (August 6, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken prepare the Club for the awards ceremony by putting out the chairs, red carpet, and sheep assembly area before they all head off for ice cream. While they work, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from Ireland, India, England, Wales, and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Betsy, Alice, Keelin, Ashritha, and Veruschka.
Chicken’s Dog
Episode 43 (August 3, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken enter Chicken's dog into a fun competition to raise money for dog rescue. Her dog wasn't quite what the competition organizers were expecting, but seems perfect for one of the categories and looks a hot favorite to win! Unless, of course, something... or someone... gets in the way. While Queenie and Chicken prepare for the competition, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a nibbling dog, a couple with too many dogs, and a really unusual dog show.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Home Delivery
Episode 42 (July 30, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken assemble boxes of furniture to make Chicken's new wardrobe and desk. Queenie struggles a little with the instructions, and so the furniture may end up looking unusual, to say the least. While Queenie and Chicken battle to put "wood A" into "hole C", Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from England, India, Australia, and the United States, with six poets reading their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Aadrita, David, Diya, Kieran, Suhani, and Steren.
The Wedding Invitation
Episode 41 (July 27, 2020)
This week, Queenie is invited to a friend's wedding, and seeks Donna Worry's help in deciding who to ask to be her Plus One. Somehow, she also ends up agreeing to make the wedding cake using a recipe from Chef Katie Currant. As usual, nothing quite works out as planned. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about breaking the news, being a Plus One, and having a ring on your finger.
Garden Camping
Episode 40 (July 20, 2020)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are camping out in the garden behind the Club. They pitch their tents, cook an unusual soup on the camp fire, and enjoy hot chocolate in their sleeping bags. Before they fall asleep, a surprise visitor pops around to say hello. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about two tents, cooking on a camp fire, and being surprised by an animal in your tent.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Homemade Jam
Episode 39 (July 16, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken return from their walk with raspberries, and decide to make jam with a little help from Chef Katie Currant. Let’s hope that Queenie writes down the recipe correctly. While the jam is on the stove, Little Dazzy Donuts plays poems from England, India, South Korea, and the United States, with five poets reading their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Cesca, Naomi, Dharshwana, Sanoja, and Ananya.
Hiking
Episode 38 (July 13, 2020)
This week, Queenie, Chicken, and Little Dazzy Donuts are hiking on their day out. It provides an opportunity for checking out the flowers, painting watercolors of the view, and enjoying a yummy picnic. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a picnic that's stolen by animals, taking a hike, and discovering that you're lost. Hopefully, Queenie's trusty map will help them to find their car at the end of the day!
Day Trip
Episode 37 (July 6, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken discover who is eating the hedgehog's food, and then plan a day trip. Queenie makes some interesting sandwiches for their packed lunch, and ponders whether to head to the castle or to the lake. However, will the awful traffic force an early end to their day out? Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems about a day trip, traffic, and wondering if we're there yet.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Home Tour
Episode 36 (July 2, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken provide people with a virtual tour of their garden as part of the local home and garden tours. They showcase their vegetables, irrigation system, pest control, compost, and fruit trees. While they do, Little Dazzy Donuts plays recordings of six poets reading their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Sofia, Amelia, Chloe, Azura, Poppy, and Aaniyah.
Hedgehog Cake
Episode 35 (June 29, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken discover that a hedgehog is visiting the garden at night. They make the garden "hedgehog-friendly" before Queenie learns the difference between a hedgehog cake and a cake for a hedgehog. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts reads three poems on baking and cooking, as well as one from a reader on the gardener's best friend. When evening comes, all three stay up in the hope of seeing the hedgehog!
The Beach
Episode 34 (June 22, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are at the beach. They’re building sand castles, checking out rock pools, eating ice cream, and wading in the sea. Along the way, Little Dazzy Donuts shares some best practices for enjoying the beach, and reads three beach poems on Crabby the crab, a day at the seaside for mice, and getting sand in your sandals.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Home Warming
Episode 33 (June 18, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Little Dazzy Donuts plan a home warming party for Chicken as she moves into the home they built behind the Club. While Little Dazzy Donuts occupies Chicken with some poems, Queenie is getting everything ready for the party, including keeping the sheep away from the lettuces! Along the way, we hear five poets reading their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Amber, Ayush, Alfie, Natasha, and Maisie.
Together
Episode 32 (June 15, 2020)
After several months without seeing her friends, Queenie decides the time is right to invite a few of them around for an outside soiree and to chat about how they can work together to build a fairer world for all. Along the way, she calls Sammy Showers, and hears handy baking tips from Chef Katie Currant. There are also three poems on the topic of being together. Everything is planned and ready, but will anybody turn up?
Allergy Season
Episode 31 (June 8, 2020)
This week, Queenie is battling her allergies while she and Chicken install solar panels on Chicken’s new home and plant a hedge around the garden. She is also able to use some of Little Dazzy Donuts’ old clothes to dress their new scarecrow. Along the way, we hear poems about somebody’s mighty sneezes, allergy analogies, and an unexpected allergy.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Homebuilders
Episode 30 (June 4, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode as Queenie and Chicken build a home in the garden behind the Club. With Chicken driving a truck and operating the crane, and Queenie in charge of the hammer and drill, there's no doubting that nothing is really safe, especially the lettuces they have planted out there. Fortunately, five poets are on hand to read their entries into the Summer competition on the topic of Home: Willow, Ava, Clarissa, Jack, and Charlee.
Bear or Bare?
Episode 29 (June 1, 2020)
This week, we have fun with homophones and acrostic poems. Queenie and Chicken are playing a game of "Bear or Bare?" Rhyming Rita helps out with a riddle poem, and there are acrostic poems read out by three poets (Abby, Grace, and Sarah). Along the way, we also hear poems about the letter X, punctuation, and bare bears!
Drawing Class
Episode 28 (May 25, 2020)
This week, Queenie and Chicken are taking a drawing class from Bill Ding to learn how to draw people in readiness for creating their entries for the Summer poetry and art competition. Somehow, Little Dazzy Donuts ends up on a bucket, and Queenie “suffers for her art”. Along the way, we hear poems about making a stand, getting your posture right, and the surprise of finding that you have four arms.
Bonus - Judge Chicken
Episode 27 (May 21, 2020)
Join us for this bonus episode, complete with legal drama, as the Summer competition topic is decided in Judge Chicken’s court. Lawyer Queenie seems prepared, but much may depend on whether she has her legal briefs on the right way around. Fortunately, she can call five poet witnesses to support her case, all reading their own poems: Grace, Naomi, Julia, Eva, and Ben. What will the Honorable Judge Chicken decide?
Growing Veg.
Episode 26 (May 18, 2020)
This week, as Queenie and Chicken prepare to plant “a few seeds” in the garden behind the Club, we hear poems about planting the wrong seeds, the fun of eating lots of different vegetables, and what could happen if you don’t eat your vegetables. Plus there’s a listener poem. Be prepared for mud, tractors, and a mug of tea!
Spring Finale!
Episode 25 (May 11, 2020)
This week, the Club hosts the awards ceremony for the Spring 2020 competition, where twenty poets from around the world are celebrated as Finalists, and five poets and six artists are announced as competition Winners. We hear from all of the Finalists, and Little Dazzy Donuts reads out the winning poems. All of that happens despite Queenie struggling with the wrong half of an orchestra and a bubble machine.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Spring Part 3
Episode 24 (May 7, 2020)
In this final special bonus episode focused on listener poems about Spring, Little Dazzy Donuts is woken up at 2am by Queenie and Chicken to hear nine poems from Wales, India, England, Canada, Nigeria, and the United States. The featured poets are: Joseph, Amy, Huda, Colleen, Abbie, Cali, Akubueze, Melissa, and Aryan. All of that happens despite Queenie's sugar rush from eating two entire cakes.
Word Fun
Episode 23 (May 4, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about how to stop words going into one ear and out of the other, what it's like to forget what you wanted to say, and being in a conversation with somebody who speaks a different language. Along the way, Queenie and Chicken play a game of replacing words, and also a game of limericks. Plus, Little Dazzy Donuts and Queenie start preparations for next week's announcement of the Spring competition winners.
Choices
Episode 22 (April 27, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about making a lot of decisions, choosing where to go with a friend, and changing the world one choice at a time. Queenie has a tough choice to make between a hike, helping Postie Dale, and going to the last day of the art exhibit. Donna Worry helps her to think through the options, and make a decision.
Bonus Kids’ Poems - Spring Part 2
Episode 21 (April 23, 2020)
In this second special bonus episode focused on listener poems about Spring, Little Dazzy Donuts is outside of the Club selecting six of the early entries. We hear from Noah, Jack, Josephine, Caitlin, Joseph, and Jessica. All of that happens while Queenie orchestrates the biggest ever "wowzapalooza" surprise inside of the Club.
Art
Episode 20 (April 20, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about an important art gallery in your home, being inspired by a painting in an art museum, and a painting that's about something really different from what people think it's about. Plus, Queenie receives help from a local artist as she decides what to draw for the Spring competition.
Bonus Kids' Poems - Spring Part 1
Episode 19 (April 16, 2020)
In this bonus episode, Little Dazzy Donuts, Queenie, and Chicken pick out five of the early entries for the Spring competition, and hear from the poets who wrote them: David, Zion, Dylan, Emily, and Frida. They found so many great poems that there will be a second bonus episode in a week's time! It’s so great to hear kids reading their own poems.
Being Yourself
Episode 18 (April 13, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about The Amazing and Wonderful Me, being One of a Kind, and how the world is full of people called "Me". Queenie is fresh from a hike and wearing her chicken raincoat when she pops into the Club to discuss her experiences of being herself with Donna Worry. Plus, Sammy Showers calls into the Club, and we learn why he is so dangerous when out in public.
Bonus - The Dream Team
Episode 17 (April 9, 2020)
In this bonus short episode, Queenie tells a story about one of the Kids’ Poetry Club poems. The bonus is packed with silliness, and includes guest appearances from Postie Dale, Sammy Showers, Rhyming Rita, and Chicken! As you’ll hear, Queenie and Chicken worked really hard on the story. They’re true professionals!
Surprises
Episode 16 (April 6, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about a breakfast surprise, a surprise party, and a surprise gift that may never be opened. Plus, Queenie plans a surprise for when Little Dazzy Donuts arrives at the Club, there's a cake with a very unusual frosting, Rhyming Rita calls into the Club with a new riddle, and there's finally a sighting of Chicken.
Worries
Episode 15 (March 30, 2020)
This week, Queenie finds herself worrying a lot and losing sleep. She therefore pops into the Club to hear three poems about worry as well as helpful friendly advice on managing her worries from Little Dazzy Donuts, Sammy Showers, and local worry expert, Donna Worry.
Weather
Episode 14 (March 23, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about a frog in fog, about lots of different types of weather on one day, and about a day made for ducks. Plus, Queenie pops in while she waits for the rain to stop, and we hear from local meteorologist Sammy Showers.
Bonus - Queenie’s Announcement
Episode 13 (March 19, 2020)
Join Queenie and Postie Dale in this special 6-minute bonus episode as they announce the April competition. As expected, things don't go quite to plan, and so expect some hiccups, giggles, and a surprise or two!
Music
Episode 12 (March 16, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about a one-kid band, making money from music, and being a “trumpeteer”. Plus, there's the answer to last week's riddle, and Queenie pops in together with a new special guest.
Bees
Episode 11 (March 9, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about the Bee’s Knees, being Queen Bee, and being thankful for bees and other animals. Plus, Queenie’s teacher calls into the Club with a riddle, and Queenie helps to look for the lost chicken.
Bonus - Queenie Takes Charge
Episode 10 (March 5, 2020)
Join Queenie in this bonus short episode for 6 minutes of fun to announce the winners of the February “Gray Competition”. This is Queenie’s first time running the Club, and so expect some hiccups, giggles, and a surprise or two.
Going For A Walk
Episode 9 (March 2, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about four penguin friends, walking in the shape of a square, walking a loop, and not quite setting off for a walk. Plus, Queenie is going for a walk, and pops into the Club on her way.
Home
Episode 8 (February 24, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about poems about an unusual way of getting ants out of a home, about baboons around a home, and about a tree that hangs over a home. Plus, Queenie pops in to share news of one of her favorite poets.
Sports
Episode 7 (February 17, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about a bowling hedgehog, a soccer-playing tortoise, and a rat race that doesn’t actually involve any rats! Plus, we have a new guest for you to meet who has just moved into the neighborhood.
Feeling Poorly
Episode 6 (February 10, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about things that sound like illnesses but aren't, about somebody who is falling apart, and about an elephant with a cold. Plus there is a riddle poem, and Queenie makes a guest appearance despite not feeling well.
School
Episode 5 (February 3, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about fishes and kids, about losing your balance at school, about Opposite Day, and about a great excuse for late homework. Plus Queenie makes a guest appearance and introduces a poem competition for listeners.
Dogs and Cats
Episode 4 (January 27, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about a dog walking a person, about it raining cats and dogs, and about a cat returning home. There's also a listener poem about imaging you are a dog, as well as the usual chance to join in with games.
Night Time
Episode 3 (January 27, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about falling asleep, about the Moon, and about the early bird not getting the worm. There's also a listener poem about racing snails, and the usual chance to join in with games.
Animals
Episode 2 (January 27, 2020)
This week, you’ll hear poems about flying pigs, a wise owl, and sheep that don’t help you to sleep. Plus there’s a poem from a listener, and the usual chance to join in with games.
Trailer
Episode 1
This 2-minute trailer was released to announce the upcoming release of Kids’ Poetry Club back at the start of 2020.