In this rhyming story by Callista Gingrich, we learn how some of America's most impactful First Ladies served our nation.

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Otto's Tales

Storytime: Otto’s Tales — Remember the Ladies

In this creative Native American folktale, we are reminded of the importance of honor and fair play.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — The Boy Who Went to the Sky

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they travel through time to learn about important mothers in history and how honoring our own mothers is one of life's most important gifts. 

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is Mother's Day

Based on the Bible's "The Good Samaritan" parable, this timeless story reminds us to love our neighbor.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — The Kind Stranger

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they travel through time to learn about the three values that comprise the American Trinity inscribed on every U.S. coin: Liberty, In God We Trust, and E Pluribus Unum.  

Storytime: Otto's Tales — The American Trinity with Dennis Prager

This famous tale from Aesop reminds us that 'where there's a will, there's a way'... even when a task might seem impossible. 

Storytime: Otto's Tales — The Crow & The Pitcher

How did Honest Abe get his nickname? Enjoy this reimagined American folktale about young Abraham Lincoln. 

Storytime: Otto's Tales — How Honest Abe Got His Name

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they journey through time to meet George Washington and Abraham Lincoln and learn why we remember and honor these exceptional men on Presidents’ Day.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is Presidents' Day

In this African folktale, we learn what happens when we allow others to influence our friendships and decisions.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Why Frog & Snake Never Play

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they learn about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his dream of a colorblind nation where everyone is created equal in God's image.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is MLK Day

Through this classic myth, we learn to appreciate what we have and resist getting too greedy. 

Storytime: Otto's Tales — King Midas

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they learn about God, faith, and charity through the history of Christmas, a national holiday for all Americans.  

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is Christmas

Otto the bulldog and his best friend Dennis travel back in time to the first Thanksgiving to learn why we celebrate the holiday with gratitude, generosity, and family.  

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is Thanksgiving

Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, go on an adventure with Uncle Sam to learn about the branches of the U.S. military. Otto and Dennis discover the meaningful sacrifices made by our military veterans and why they deserve respect, gratitude, and remembrance.

 

Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today Is Veterans Day with Elisha Krauss

Through Aesop's classic folktale, we learn the importance of not comparing ourselves to others in our individual efforts towards success.

Storytime: Otto's Tales — The Tortoise & The Hare

Join Otto the bulldog and his best friend, Dennis, as they travel back to 1492 to voyage alongside Christopher Columbus. Otto and Dennis discover why we celebrate Columbus day and learn how curiosity, determination, and perseverance helped make America possible.



Storytime: Otto's Tales — Today is Columbus Day with Michael Knowles

In Aesop's famous fable we are reminded that appearances can often be deceiving, and how we should always be on the lookout for truth.

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