Episode Details

During gym class at school, Maya sees something exciting.

Kofi is standing by the basketball hoop with a huge smile on his face.

“Come try basketball!” he says.

There is just one problem…

Maya has never played basketball before.

The hoop looks very high. The ball feels heavy. And Maya is worried she might miss.

But Kofi does not laugh.

Instead, he patiently teaches Maya how to hold the ball, how to aim, and how to keep trying, even when things feel difficult.

Will Maya score her very first basket?

🏀 In this episode of Storytime with Maya, children learn English through storytelling while discovering how confidence grows when we try new things, listen to helpful advice, and never give up.

This audio story helps children practice everyday English listening skills through a relatable friendship story full of encouragement, teamwork, and perseverance.

Perfect for children learning English as a second language (ESL/EFL), bedtime listening, quiet time, and screen-free learning.

In this episode, children learn about:

✔ Building confidence through practice

✔ Trying new sports and activities

✔ Persistence and not giving up

✔ Listening to encouragement and advice

✔ Friendship through shared interests

✔ Everyday English conversation and vocabulary for kids

🎧 Storytime with Maya is a calm and engaging English-learning podcast for children aged 4–10, helping kids improve listening, communication, and emotional understanding through audio-first storytelling.

🌍 Loved by families, ESL learners, and young English listeners around the world.

👉 Can Maya make the basketball go through the hoop? Listen and find out!

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