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The Magic Mirror - Spanish Folk Tale - be true to yourself and honest

Updated: Oct 28



✨ The Magic Mirror Story: A Fairytale Bedtime Adventure for Kids 🌙

Welcome to our latest episode of the children’s storytime podcast! 🎧✨ Today, we journey to the enchanting kingdom of Granada, where a brave shepherd girl faces the challenge of the king's magic mirror. Join us as we explore themes of bravery, self-acceptance, and the importance of virtue in our lives! 🌟




📖 Story Summary

In the kingdom of Granada, word spreads that the handsome King is ready to marry and will choose the most worthy woman in the land. The court barber, boasting a magic mirror, claims that any woman who looks into it will reveal her true character. If she is pure of heart, her reflection will be spotless. However, despite the excitement, no woman dares to approach the mirror.

Days turn into weeks, and the king grows frustrated as no maidens step forward. Finally, the barber mentions a lonely shepherd girl who may be brave enough to try. The king summons her to the court, where she boldly approaches the magic mirror. To everyone’s astonishment, her reflection shows no dark spots, proving her virtue.

The court ladies, filled with envy and disbelief, insist there must be a trick. However, the king acknowledges the bravery of the shepherd girl, who will become his queen, showing that true courage and character shine brightly.


🌟 Morals and Lessons Learned

This whimsical tale offers several valuable lessons for our young listeners:

  1. Courage Overcomes Fear: The shepherd girl shows that true bravery is about facing your fears, even when others may doubt you. 💪

  2. Value of Inner Virtue: The magic mirror symbolizes that one’s true character is what matters most, not superficial appearances. 🌼

  3. Self-Acceptance: Recognizing and accepting our mistakes is a sign of strength, as demonstrated by the shepherd girl’s honesty. 💖

  4. Confidence is Key: Believing in oneself can lead to amazing opportunities, as the shepherd girl’s confidence earns her a place as queen. 👑


🧠 Quiz Time! 🎉

Let’s see how much you remember from our exciting tale! 🤔 Here’s a fun quiz just for you!

1️⃣ What was the king in Granada searching for?

A) A worthy woman to marry 💍

B) A new castle

C) A treasure

D) A magic potion

2️⃣ What special item did the court barber possess?

A) A magic wand

B) A treasure map

C) A magic mirror 🪞

D) A talking animal

3️⃣ What happened when the shepherd girl looked into the mirror?

A) It cracked

B) It glowed

C) It showed no dark spots 🌟

D) It disappeared

4️⃣ How did the court ladies react to the shepherd girl’s reflection?

A) They celebrated her

B) They laughed at her

C) They believed it was a trick 😲

D) They became friends with her

5️⃣ What lesson does the story teach about true character?

A) It is unimportant

B) It shines brighter than appearances 🌈

C) It should be hidden

D) It is only for kings and queens


📝 Answers

1️⃣ A

2️⃣ C

3️⃣ C

4️⃣ C

5️⃣ B


Thank you for joining us in this delightful episode of our kids story podcast! We hope you enjoyed the magical journey of the brave shepherd girl and learned valuable lessons along the way. Until next time, remember to embrace your courage and shine brightly! 🌟✨


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