Moni the Goat-Boy


Read by Abigail Rasmussen

(4.7 stars; 52 reviews)

Moni is the goat boy who takes care of all the goats belonging to the people of Fideris, Switzerland. He loves to sing, yodel, and whistle while he romps with the goats all day long on the mountains. His favorite is a young kid named Mäggerli. One day Moni comes across a serious situation where he must keep a deceitful secret in order to protect Mäggerli from being killed. Will Moni risk the life of Mäggerli and tell the truth? This delightful short story teaches children that to trust God and do right is always better than being deceitful. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen) (1 hr 1 min)

Chapters

1 - All is well with Moni 10:19 Read by Abigail Rasmussen
2 - Moni's life in the Mountains 14:06 Read by Abigail Rasmussen
3 - A Visit 13:01 Read by Abigail Rasmussen
4 - Moni can no longer sing 13:46 Read by Abigail Rasmussen
5 - Moni sings again 10:02 Read by Abigail Rasmussen

Reviews

good


(5 stars)

Old fashioned story set in the Alps about the consequences of hiding sin and the unhappiness that comes over us when we do. Also clearly exhibits the joy and freedom of a clear conscience before God and man. The Grandmother teaches faith in a caring Almighty God 😇🙏👼.

Seeet


(4 stars)

Such a sweet story. Loved it so much. The narrator was great, although there were a few little audio issues.

loved it


(5 stars)

great short story... if you liked Heidi by Spyri, you'll like this

Lovely short story. well done reader


(5 stars)