John Joseph Merlin created automata, musical instruments, clocks, and one of the first pairs of roller skates. His roller skate debut was pretty tragic (and hilarious). A.C. Gilbert was a magician turned toymaker who created some important and lasting toys, and also some incredibly dangerous ones.
Jun 2021
Thomas the Wooden Engine - Thomas & Friends™ Storytime
One day a toymaker makes a small wooden train. He names it Thomas and wishes it were a real train. That night while the toymaker is asleep, a fairy brings the toy train to life, and the little wooden engine's adventures begin. Tune in for this magical, fairy tale-themed Thomas & ... Show More
11m 53s
Mar 2023
Jesse's Robot Adventure: The Magnificent Misadventures of a Young Inventor
To request a custom story, visit www.storybird.ai. Jesse and Jonah receive a robot as a surprise gift, and when Jesse shakes its hand, he gains the ability to control cars with his hand, thanks to a newfound magnet power. Worried about the potential dangers of his new ability, Je ... Show More
11m 21s
Feb 2023
The Magic Train Ride to the North Pole Toy Factory
To request a custom story, visit www.storybird.ai. Follow Jonah and Jesse on a magical journey to the North Pole toy factory, as they embark on a secret train ride they've always dreamt of taking. They live in an igloo and have a special bakery and train station, but only allowed ... Show More
11m 57s
Feb 2023
The Adventure of Jonah, Jesse, and Jeremy: A Tale of a Merry-Go-Round Candy Store and a Magical Castle
To request a custom story, visit www.storybird.ai. The story is about two kids named Jonah and Jesse who live in a round house built on top of a merry-go-round and run a candy store. They have to clean up if the store turns too fast, but get to keep a candy after cleaning. Outsid ... Show More
12m 49s