841. Pop-Up Puzzle: a mindful bedtime story

Published: July 10, 2024, 8 a.m.

b'Kelly Computer helps Mia and her Aunt Sandra navigate a tricky pop-up.
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\\nNarrator: Male
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\\nStory Begins: 4:03
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\\nPop-Up Puzzle Excerpt:
\\nThe afternoon sun peeked through the window in the quiet room. Kelly Computer slept in her spot on the big desk.\\xa0 She was in the middle of a dream about cookies, when she felt a gentle nudge on her mouse, tickling her awake.\\xa0 Sandra sat in the rolling chair in front of the desk with her thumb hovering over the left button.
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\\nKelly\\u2019s screen flickered to life and her fan let out a happy little hum.\\xa0 The little computer felt excited, wondering what Sandra might need from her today.
\\nToday\\u2019s Meditation: Relax as you imagine you are a baby penguin snuggled close to its papa.
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\\nLooking for ways to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You\'ll find them on Ahway Island\\xae. Be Calm on Ahway Island\\xae Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like "Happy Dragon" paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. \\u202fTo learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.
\\nIn the press:
\\nRead about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!
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\\nZzz! The Boston Globe recommends "Be Calm on Ahway Island" as as one of "Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep."
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