Koala Moon: "Koko & Kira Visit Papa Praline's Chocolate Factory" 🐨🐼

Podcast: Kids Bedtime Stories by Koala Moon | Starglow Media
Date: January 29, 2026
Host/Narrator: Abbe Opher
Episode Theme: A cozy, chocolate-themed adventure supporting bedtime calm and imaginative wonder.

Episode Overview

This soothing, whimsical bedtime story follows Koko the Koala and his adopted panda sister, Kira, as they embark on an eagerly anticipated journey to Papa Praline's legendary Chocolate Factory. Guided by their loving dad, the siblings discover how chocolate is made, help solve a factory dilemma, and spread kindness and generosity. The tale gently shares themes of curiosity, family bonding, gratitude, kindness, and the magic of everyday moments—all set in the beloved world of Sleepy Forest.

Key Discussion Points & Story Highlights

1. Setting the Stage: A Cozy Family at Home

• [02:30] The story opens with Koko and Kira enjoying healthy meals lovingly prepared by their dad and playfully arguing about their favorite chocolates—Koko loves chocolate eggs while Kira prefers strawberry creams.
• Notable moment: The warmth and togetherness of family meals, ending with a tiny chocolate treat as a special dessert.

2. The Big Question: Where Does Chocolate Come From?

• [04:25] After sharing chocolate buttons, Kira asks her dad where chocolate really comes from.
• Their dad tells of the legendary Papa Praline, a clever and mysterious white bear who runs the Sleepy Forest chocolate factory, creating and distributing all sorts of chocolate wonders.

Quote

“I know it comes in these little packets or something wrapped up in foil, but where does it start? Who makes it?” — Kira [05:00]

3. An Invitation to Adventure

• [07:30] Their dad reveals he’s an old friend of Papa Praline and surprises them with a factory visit invitation.
• The excitement and anticipation build as Koko and Kira prepare for their outing in their favorite outfits, Kira tucking bamboo into her pocket ("just in case I get peckish on the way").

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“We need to be there shortly. So quick, off you go and get changed.” — Dad [08:30]

4. Arrival at Papa Praline’s Chocolate Factory

• [10:15] The siblings cross Sleepy Forest, travel by boat, and arrive at a charming, smoke-topped wooden chocolate factory, welcomed by a sleepy brown bear gatekeeper.
• Papa Praline, a white bear in a gold, starry cloak and hat, joyfully greets them and offers a personal tour.

Quote

“Welcome to my factory! I’m so happy to have you here.” — Papa Praline [12:10]

5. The Chocolate Journey: From Bean to Bar

• [13:45] Papa Praline explains the chocolate-making process.
  • Cocoa Fields: Squirrel workers harvest dark purple cacao fruit.
  • Tasting Beans: Koko finds cacao beans bitter, but intriguing.
• [16:10] Factory Floor
  • Sparrow, gerbil, and dormouse workers shell, clean, and grind the cocoa beans into powder.
  • Donkeys deliver giant jars of powder to the chocolatiers’ kitchens.

Quote

“Not sweet like chocolate, is it? Rather bitter, in fact.” — Papa Praline to Koko [15:00]

6. Exploring the Chocolatiers’ Wonderland

• [18:10] The upstairs kitchen is vast and bustling with animal chefs: a raccoon making chocolate toffee, a possum making fudge, a swan wrapping chocolate coins, and a panther crafting dark chocolate hazelnuts.
• Coco and Kira spot their favorite: chocolate eggs! A friendly bunny lets them decorate eggs with suns, moons, trees, and vines.

Quote

“Chocolate eggs are my favourite!” — Koko [19:40]

7. A Bittersweet Mystery: The Missing Strawberry Creams

• [21:00] Kira notices the strawberry cream station is quiet—no secret ingredient means no more strawberry creams.
• Papa Praline and the orange monkey chef explain that a “very secret ingredient” is missing.

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“Strawberry cream, said Kira in delight. That’s my favourite… Wait, you mean it used to be?” — Kira [21:15]

8. Kira’s Bamboo Solution & A Lesson in Kindness

• [22:10] The secret ingredient is revealed: a touch of bamboo! Kira offers the bamboo she packed—a perfect, generous answer to the problem.
• Papa Praline is overjoyed and promises to send the first new batch of strawberry creams to Koko and Kira’s cabin.

Quote

“Don’t worry, Papa Praline. There is bamboo in Sleepy Forest. And I’m sure that we can give some to the chocolate factory, can’t we, Dad?” — Kira [22:55]

9. Celebration and Farewell

• [24:50] Papa Praline invites the family to dinner. They share a healthy, hearty meal followed by chocolate and caramel treats. After warm goodbyes, Koko and Kira head home, sleepy, proud, and content.

Quote

“You’re welcome back anytime.” — Papa Praline [26:50]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Family & Acceptance

  “Koko loved her more than any brother had ever loved a sister in the whole history of brothers and sisters. And he couldn’t imagine his family without her.” — Narrator [03:10]

• On Courage & Generosity

  “It’s the least I can do... to thank you for all the chocolate you make for Sleepy Forest.” — Kira [23:25]

• On Curiosity & Wonder

  “Wow. What fun it would be to visit the chocolate factory and get the chance to meet Papa Praline.” — Kira [05:55]

Key Timestamps

• [02:30] — Family dinner and favorite chocolates
• [04:25] — Kira asks where chocolate comes from
• [07:30] — The surprise invitation
• [10:15] — Arrival at the factory
• [13:45] — Cocoa fields and tasting
• [16:10] — Inside the factory
• [18:10] — The chocolatiers’ kitchen
• [21:00] — The strawberry cream mystery
• [22:10] — Kira’s bamboo solution
• [24:50] — Dinner and saying goodbye

Tone & Atmosphere

The narration is gentle, dreamlike, and affectionate, with a deliberate, soothing pace—perfect for winding down before sleep. The story is filled with sensory descriptions and playful whimsy, supporting imagination and emotional comfort for young listeners.

Conclusion

This enchanting, heartwarming episode delivers comfort, gentle life lessons, and imaginative fun. Koko and Kira’s expedition to Papa Praline’s Chocolate Factory is a bedtime celebration of family, kindness, magical discovery, and the joy of sharing both chocolate and love. Suitable for all sleepy listeners seeking sweet dreams!