
Skookum Kid's Stories
Today's Children's Story Books are Podcasts! Hosts Dave Graham and Peter McCully bring you "Skookum Kid's Stories", delightful, original stories about a boy named Peter and his pet Eskimo Dog "Gracie" who are always finding an adventure, and Captain Dave of the "Mellow Submarine". He and "Larry the Lobster" find excitement above and below the waterline.
Episodes
31 episodes
Peter & Gracie: Peter’s Visit To The Dentist
Join young Peter and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on a heartwarming journey to overcome dental anxiety in this specially crafted children's story. Set in beautiful Oceanside Dental Clinic with the caring Dr. B, this tale transforms fir...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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15:02

The Mellow Submarine: Lost in the Tofino Fog
When Captain Dave and Larry set sail for Tofino's sparkling beaches, they never expected to face a wall of thick fog that would test their friendship and navigation skills. With their compass spinning wildly and visibility near zero, this Vanco...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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22:11

Peter & Gracie: A Rathtrevor Beach Kite Adventure
Join young Peter and his loyal American Eskimo dog Gracie on an unforgettable adventure to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. This heartwarming children story about asking for help transforms a disappointing kite disaster into a beautiful lesson...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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18:03

The Mellow Submarine: A Three Hour Tour of the SS Minnow
Join Captain Dave and his enthusiastic first mate Larry the lobster on their most heartwarming underwater adventure yet! This incredible SS Minnow kids story takes young listeners to the beautiful waters of Nanoose Bay, where they discover the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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21:34

Peter & Gracie: The Deep Bay Marine Station Adventure
Join 7-year-old Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on an incredible kids marine biology Vancouver Island adventure at the renowned Deep Bay Marine Field Station. This captivating children's story transforms young listeners in...
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Season 1
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Episode 227
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18:04

The Mellow Submarine: The Night the Totems Spoke
Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster embark on a magical adventure to Duncan - known as the "city of totems." Aboard their remarkable mellow submarine that transforms into a yellow bus for land travel, the duo explores the ch...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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19:29

Peter & Gracie: Cleanup Day at Englishman River Park
Join Peter and his incredible dog Gracie on their environmental adventure at Englishman River Falls Provincial Park! When Gracie's super-sniffer uncovers buried trash that no one else could find, they become the park's official "hidden trash de...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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17:55

The Mellow Submarine: Saving the Missing Sand Dollars
The story begins at Miracle Beach Provincial Park, where Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster discover that thousands of sand dollars have mysteriously disappeared from their favorite cove. Determined to solve this mystery, t...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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22:20

Peter & Gracie: Where Veggies Grow & Bigfoot Roams!
Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog, Gracie embark on their first gardening project together. Their adventure begins with a trip to the Meadowood Store, where they meet Steffany Burger, the friendly owner who helps them select starte...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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18:07

The Mellow Submarine: The Mystery Ghost Ship of Active Pass
Join Captain Dave, his talking lobster first mate Larry, and a group of curious children as they embark on an educational sailing adventure through the Gulf Islands. What begins as a simple lesson in navigation through Active Pass turns mysteri...
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Season 11
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Episode 22
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21:03

Peter & Gracie: The Perfect Soccer Practice Pal
The Story follows Peter on his first day of soccer practice with his new team, the Riverside Rapids. Nervous about fitting in, Peter brings Gracie as the team mascot, complete with a custom blue and white bandana that matches the team colors. T...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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17:12

The Mellow Submarine: The Secret of Sunset Sandcastles
One sunny morning, Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the Lobster sail their yellow submarine to Rathtrevor Beach, where they discover an expansive sandy playground revealed by the low tide. As they explore the beach filled with children bui...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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17:54

Peter and Gracie: Checkup day at the QB Vet Clinic
Peter becomes a veterinary assistant for his fluffy friend's checkup! The pair visit Dr. Holly at the Qualicum Beach Veterinary Clinic for Gracie's annual checkup. Initially nervous about the visit, Peter makes a promise to himself to be ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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17:24

The Mellow Submarine: Secret of the Nanaimo Bar
Ahoy, young adventurers! Set sail with Captain Dave and Larry the Lobster on their search to discover the sweet secret behind the famous Nanaimo bar! Along the way, they befriend Cocoa the seal, who joins their expedition. The trio ...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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20:49

Peter and Gracie: It’s Chick Day at Buckerfields!
Peter and his beloved American Eskimo dog, Gracie, embark on a special Saturday adventure to Buckerfields. After weeks of saving his allowance, Peter is finally able to purchase special treats for his fluffy white companion who "wagged her tail...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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15:40

The Mellow Submarine: The Great Herring Caper
In this adventure, Captain Dave and his crew aboard the Mellow Submarine journey to Parksville-Qualicum to witness the annual herring run, a spectacular natural phenomenon where countless silver herring migrate to spawn. Upon arriving, they obs...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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19:54

Peter and Gracie: Making an Earthquake Kit
After learning about earthquakes at school from his teacher Ms. Rodriguez, Peter becomes concerned about his family's safety and immediately takes action when he gets home. With enthusiasm and determination, Peter enlists his mother's help to c...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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18:10

The Mellow Submarine: The Lasqueti Island Cable Caper
Captain Dave and his crew—including Larry the Lobster, Percy the Pufferfish, Stella the Starfish, the Turtle Twins (Tim and Tom), and Marina the Manatee—embark on an urgent mission. A storm has damaged the underwater internet and phone cable co...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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18:58

Peter and Gracie: The Van Cleaning Adventure
Lost treasures, soapy surprises, and one very fluffy cleaning assistant! Peter and his faithful companion Gracie, an American Eskimo dog embark on a seemingly simple task that turns into an adventure. The story revolves around a Saturday mornin...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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16:25

The Mellow Submarine: The Great Brant Geese Migration
The tale follows a mission to help a group of tired Brant geese safely reach Parksville Beach during their migration from Mexico and California. Captain Dave's crew includes Larry the Lobster, his faithful first mate, and Penny the Penguin, the...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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18:15

Peter and Gracie: A Snow Day with Zeke & Debbie
The story begins with Peter's excitement at seeing snow outside his window and getting bundled up for winter play with his furry companion. The tale takes a delightful turn when they meet new neighbors Debbie and her American Eskimo dog Zeke, l...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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15:52

The Mellow Submarine: Echo the Orca's Whale Songs
Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the Lobster aboard their Mellow Submarine encounter Echo, a young orca whale hiding from the Pacific Whale Song Festival. Echo is struggling with confidence because his singing voice differs from the tradit...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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20:03

Peter and Gracie: Chief Nick & the Dashwood Fire Hall Tour
After winning first prize in his school's fire prevention poster contest, Peter earns a special tour with Chief Nick on their exciting visit to the Dashwood Fire Station. The story captures the wonder and excitement of a child's fascination wit...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:02

The Mellow Submarine: A Queen’s Crown and a Crisis
When tasked with delivering a precious crown to the Queen of the Southern Seas for her coronation, Captain Dave and his first mate Larry the lobster face an unexpected challenge as their submarine's lights fail just before entering a dark, deep...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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21:40

Peter & Gracie: A Fun Day Fishing at Cameron Lake
The story follows Peter and Gracie’s exciting day at Cameron Lake, where Peter's father teaches him to fish using his grandfather's fishing vest, creating a touching connection between generations. The narrative skillfully captures childhood an...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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18:22
