Solid Gold Story Time

Rosina's Dream: A Chapter Book of Heroic Hope & Triumph: English Version.

Discover the inspiring true story of an unsung South African heroine in Rosina’s Dream, written and read by Lorato Trok in English.

Before she was the woman with a school named after her and a recipient of the prestigious Green Jacket, Rosina was a young girl with a dream of athletic greatness. Growing up in the 1970s, she faced the crushing barriers of apartheid and deep-seated sexism, yet she continued to run against the wind.

This moving chapter book for pre-teens - and readers of all ages - tells the story of…

Discover Rosina's story. An athlete who overcomes adversity in Setswana.

Discover the inspiring true story of an unsung South African heroine in Rosina’s Dream, written and read by Lorato Trok in Setswana.

Before she was the woman with a school named after her and a recipient of the prestigious Green Jacket, Rosina was a young girl with a dream of athletic greatness. Growing up in the 1970s, she faced the crushing barriers of apartheid and deep-seated sexism, yet she continued to run against the wind.

This moving chapter book for pre-teens - and readers of all ages - tells the story of…

Dr. Karen Singh's heartfelt story where a child can understand Cancer.

The story follows a cheerful young girl named Emma and her mother, who live in a charming village. They spend their afternoons bonding in their magical garden, a place filled with vibrant flowers, bees, and butterflies. Together, they tend to the plants, pull weeds, and watch the garden blossom from an outdoor swing.

The narrative shifts when Mama begins to feel constantly tired, losing her energy and her bright smile. Sitting on their swing, Mama gently explains to Emma that she has cancer, describing it as a tiny weed…

A story of self-discovery through the eyes of a child who outsmarts bullies.

Ntombi The Voice, award-winning broadcaster, reads her inspiring children’s story, I Am Lovely and Dark, a tale of self-discovery and overcoming prejudice. Seen through the eyes of her inner child, this story resonates with any child who has experienced bullying, showing how you can truly rise and shine.

In her debut children’s book, Making Friends with Feelings, Sewela Langeni challenges the societal stereotype that ‘boys don't cry’ through the story of a young boy named Lubabalo. While other children suggest that boys must be tough, Luba learns to listen to Lesedi, his imaginary friend, who encourages him to fully embrace his emotions. By validating sadness and other feelings, Langeni fosters resilience and open communication, teaching young readers, especially boys, that expressing vulnerability is healthy and normal.

Sewela reads the story in English and Sepedi.

Illustrated by Subi Bosa.

In her debut children’s book, Making Friends with Feelings, Sewela Langeni challenges the societal stereotype that ‘boys don't cry’ through the story of a young boy named Lubabalo. While other children suggest that boys must be tough, Luba learns to listen to Lesedi, his imaginary friend, who encourages him to fully embrace his emotions. By validating sadness and other feelings, Langeni fosters resilience and open communication, teaching young readers, especially boys, that expressing vulnerability is healthy and normal.

Sewela reads the story in English and Sepedi.

Illustrated by Subi Bosa.

Kusekuqaleni kweminyaka yawo-1980 futhi nempilo ayilula eSoweto.
UPrincess ufuna usizo kuBaba wakhe bese kungekudala bazithole sebenedili letiye nabanye balabo ababelwelwa inkululeko abawosaziwayo
emlandweni waseNingizimu Afrika.
Indaba yezingane emnandi nevusa usinga emayelana nempilo ngesikhathi sishisa kakhulu isikhathi sobandlululo.
Illustrated by Sam van Riet

It's the early 1980s and life in Soweto is not easy.
Princess looks to Baba for help and soon they are sharing a fantasy tea party with some of the greatest freedom fighters in South African history.
A tender and inspiring story for children about life during the height of apartheid.
The story presents history in an imaginative way, demonstrating how joy, encouragement and music can bring humanity and hope in challenging situations.
Illustrated by Sam van Riet.

Diana Ferrus lees haar fassinerende kinderboek in Afrikaans.

Die bekroonde skrywer, digter en storieverteller, Dr Diana Ferrus, lees haar fassinerende kinderboek, Die Seun Wat Net Wou Dans. Almal ken die gevoel van ’n diepgewortelde droom wat amper onmoontlik voel om te bereik. Die Seun Wat Net Wou Dans gaan juis oor so ’n persoon Johaar Mosaval, ’n Moslem-seun, het van kleintyd af gedroom om te kan dans, spesifiek balletdans. Maar soveel dinge het in sy pad gestaan: diskriminasie, mense wat sy droom nie verstaan het nie, finansiële swaarkry – en al wat hy wou doen, is dans. Johaar se…

Author, poet and storyteller, Diana Ferrus, reads her children's storybook.

Acclaimed author, poet and storyteller, Diana Ferrus, reads her fascinating children’s book, The Boy Who Loved to Dance. Johaar Mosaval wasn’t just a dancer. Growing up in District 6 during Apartheid, he faced both racial barriers and cultural expectations that Muslim boys shouldn’t dance. Against all odds, his passion for ballet led him from the streets of Cape Town to the grand stages of the world. He was a trailblazer, performing globally, even for royalty. After 25 years abroad, Johaar returned to Cape Town to…

What happens when kindness, compassion, love, and joy escape Diphofolong Forest? Join Khutšo Swafo on a journey through the life of Palesa and the animals of Diphoofolong Forest as they navigate a world turned upside down. Together, they aim to rediscover the harmony that once held them together.

Listen to this heartfelt story, read by author, Gomolemo Moagi.

Bontle is a beautiful girl with eyes as big as marbles and as sparkly as stars. Bontle loves going to school, but there is one thing Bontle needs that the other children don’t. Listen to the story in English or scroll through the episodes to find the story in Sesotho.

Gomolemo Moagi reads her book, Bontle's New Wheels, in Sesotho.

Bontle ke ngwanana ya dilemo tse supileng, o motle, ka mahlo a sootho a maholo a benya seka dinaledi. Bontle o rata ho ya sekolong empa ho na le seo Bontle a se hlokang seo bana ba that the other children don’t. bang ba sa se hlokeng.

Bontle is a seven-year-old girl, she is beautiful, with big brown eyes that shine like stars. Bontle loves going to school but there is something Bontle needs that the other children don’t.

A rainbow baby is a child born after a pregnancy loss of any kind. This story song relates Sweet Little Rylee’s wonderment at her baby brother growing in her Mommy’s tummy. After Ryan is born, Rylee is a model older sister, and the story speaks of their sibling bond and the song they will share forever. This episode features the multi-talented Erica Afrika-Bredenkamp, who plays the role of Mom and entwines chorus vocals with Lynn Joffe. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe. Co-composed by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard. In memory of all the babies we never knew. The ones we loved. And the ones…

Lulu & Sarge are a dachshund duo who are on a mission to solve crimes in the animal kingdom. Their first mission is to take on bullying bees who are stealing from fellow-worker’s hives. Even in the heat of fur-raising crime-raids, the little Sarge is keenly aware of obeying her gut feel, reminding the ambitious DCI Lulu that stopping off for ice-cream is as important as saving the planet. Written and read by Amanda Horwitz.

This podcast gives an overview of the value of the heard word in stimulating literacy and love of literature in very young children. It is my experience and my conviction that the lifelong love of reading is presaged, stimulated, enhanced and vitalised by the act of hearing audio stories as children. This is the impetus behind the creation of this unique podcast series. In narrative, rhythm, rhyme, verse and song. Written and narrated by storyteller and author, Lynn Joffe, aka Auntie Lala.

Jamie is a little boy who was born with severe cerebral palsy. His mommy, Lara Nathen, narrates her heartwarming book about his superpower - his smile - that makes all the difference in a world in need of more love and laughter.

Jamie's superpower makes all the difference in a world in need of more love and laughter. He is our greatest gift and brings such happiness to those he meets and everyone around him. He is the heart and soul of us and he has taught us that there is a superpower in us all.

What one may see as challenging, another sees as the most precious gift with whom we have been…

(African Tales) A captivating children's story in rhythm, rhyme and song. Lenny is afraid of everything; from noises in the night to his shadow on the wall. Most scary for him is traffic, the cars and buses in the city. One day his mother sends him to visit his grandmother far away. While on the journey, he meets a wise, courageous little white mouse, who gives him the life lessons needs to face life with courage.

(African Tales) Cheeky and Chirpy are sent to market by their mother. They are accosted along the way by a Robber Duck who steals their seeds and flies away,
The chicks are upset. The duck can fly and they cannot. They realise that the seed dropped by Robber Duck have created a trail that leads to the villian's nest. Robber Duck goes to Bird Prison and the chicks go home to their worried mother.

(Story Song) (Lullaby) Colour their dreams ... red and yellow and pink and green. Purple and orange and blue. You're probably singing it in your head right now. Play the song at bedtime as a soothing lullaby that will have your baby learning ... and soothed to a peaceful sleep in glorious audio technicolour.

(Story Song) You all know the story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. But we bet you've never heard it like this before. Taught to my mother by her mother, we've taught this song to our daughters and their daughters. A classic story song recalled for five generations ... and counting.

(African Tales) Alakazam! Alakazing! The power of your mind is a magical thing ... with these words, Pitterpat the Crazee Caterpillar takes us on an amazing, musical adventure under the sea. Thomas the Jazz Kat and Bliksem da Bone meet a washed-up crooner called Stingray Charles and help him find his swing. But can they find their way back home? Listen to the story ... sing the songs ... and use your imagination.

(African Tales) (ECD) Join the Chameleon Called McKoi on his episodic journey to self-discovery and storytelling fun. B.o.r.e.d of his humdrum life in Bunduland, McKoi meets the Magical Mantis who tell him, 'Sounds like you need a change.' With these words the Magical Mantis inducts McKoi into the power of his imagination in a series of colourful adventures in his quest to become 'The Real McKoi.' Produced by Zach Haines. Starring the voices of Alex Jay, Jeremy Crutchley, Zach Haines, Anton Schmidt and Lynn Joffe.

(Story Song) (ECD) From the time your little baby's born, their life is in your hands. You know you've got make them big and strong to meet all of life's demands. So here's a little song to sing when you're giving and caring Some time to dance and time to sing in sharing and living and caring. Woza Mtwana, move with baby. Early Childhood Movement Exercises to delight and develop children under 5 years old.

(African Tales) Eddie the Elephant's trunk was too big and his tail was too small, according to the other animals on the school bus. But when the bus broke down one day, Eddie showed true grit. And became the hero of the school. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of determination as part of the United Nations Rights of the Child.

(African Tales) Miss Molly the Hippo loved dancing. Her doting mommy loves her dearly and encourages her to pursue her dreams. Molly is different to the other fish at the swim school who tease her for not being able to compete in their gala. Miss Molly is undetered and discovers nifty resources that suit her purpose. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of resourcefuless as part of the UN Rights of the Child.

(African Tales) Inky Pinky Ponky was a selfish donkey ... until one day, at the funfair, he met a pony who was caught in the rain and learned how much fun it was to share his tickets and make a new friend. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of generosity as part of the UN Rights of the Child.

(African Tales) Gina is such a lazy giraffe, she never helps her friends on the ground. Until one day, a storm breaks out and she sees how helpful all the other animals are. And changes her tune. This story was written to embody the quality of hard-workingness and is part of the United Nations Rights of the Child.

(Story Song) This charming song tells of a mother fish and her babies who are threatened by a wily fox and triumph to swim another day. This story song was taught to Lynn by her mother, who was taught by her mother, who was taught by hers. It's an evergreen song that finds a new voice for a new generation.

(Story Song) (ECD) This old music hall song is given fresh life with a carnival barker narrator and a whole bunch of new verses. There's also a simple rhythmic chant at the end of each verse that small children will catch on to real quick. It's a singalong to remember.