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Bedtime stories 265–288 of 319
The whole library in the order it was published, newest first. These were added May 2024 to May 2024.
This is the archive in publication order, newest first, 24 stories to a page. If you know what you are looking for, the A to Z or a collection will get you there faster.
9 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Three Robbers
Three quirky robbers, Grunty Gus, Sneaky Sam, and Fangy Fred, plan to steal the magical Golden Goose. A brave little…
10 min
Ages 4–8 · Magic
The Crow Peri
Peri, a curious crow, discovers a shimmering stone with a mysterious message. He seeks help from wise village animals…
5 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Three Golden Apples
Cedric embarks on a brave adventure into an enchanted forest, seeking three magical golden apples that grant wishes…
14 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Six Swans
Six kind-hearted brothers are turned into swans by their jealous sister's wicked trick. Banished to an enchanted…
4 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Emperor’s New Clothes
The Emperor loves new clothes and is very proud. Two clever weavers promise to make him a magical suit, invisible to…
9 min
Ages 4–8 · Magic
Bushy Bride
The Bushy Bride, daughter of the Forest King and Queen, feels self-conscious about her wild hair as her wedding day…
8 min
Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales
The Stones of Five Colours and the Empress Jokwa
Empress Jokwa and wise Mingan embark on a grand adventure to find five magical stones. They face challenges from raging…
7 min
Ages 6–10 · Magic
One Eye, Two Eyes, Three Eyes
Hans and Friedrich, two curious brothers, venture into an enchanted forest whispered to hold many secrets. They…
6 min
Ages 5–8 · Bravery & Courage
The Courteous Prince
Prince Leo discovers a mysterious book that reveals a wicked sorcerer has cursed his kingdom, eroding kindness. He…
4 min
Ages 6–10 · Rhyming Stories & Poems
The Raven
Young Edgar sits by the fire when a raven, Quasimodo, arrives with a mysterious message: "Nevermore." Quasimodo shares…
5 min
Ages 3–7 · Rhyming Stories & Poems
The Snow Man
In a snowy village, children build a magical snowman who comes to life. He promises to protect the village during…
7 min
Ages 3–7 · Family
Grandmother
Grandmother invites her grandkids on a magical forest adventure. They meet talking trees, playful sprites, and wondrous…
6 min
Ages 6–10 · Classic Tales
The Wise Girl
Mira, a kind girl, feels a longing for more than her simple life. A wise woman shares a prophecy that Mira will face a…
7 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
Snow White and Rose Red
Snow White and Rose Red are kind sisters living by an enchanted forest, dear friends with its magical creatures. When…
8 min
Ages 4–8 · Bravery & Courage
The Queer Little Baker Man
Billy, a queer little baker, arrives in a whimsical village and opens a vibrant rainbow bakery. He uses enchanted…
4 min
Ages 4–8 · Rhyming Stories & Poems
A Christmas Star
Timmy, a curious boy, loves gazing at the stars. One snowy night, he spots a new, golden star shining brightly above…
10 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Elves and the Shoemaker
A kind shoemaker and his wife struggle to make ends meet in their quaint village shop. One morning, they discover their…
7 min
Ages 6–10 · Classic Tales
The Straw, The Coal, and The Bean
Meet Straw-Heart, Coal-Heart, and Bean-Head, three brothers with very different natures. When a wicked enchantress…
10 min
Ages 5–8 · Friendship
The Pied Piper… and BUTTERFLIES!
The peaceful town of Hamelin faces a huge problem: mischievous rats! A mysterious Pied Piper arrives, promising to rid…
11 min
Ages 4–8 · Magic
Cinderella
Cinderella lives with wicked stepsisters after her father's death, forced into servitude. A royal ball offers a chance…
5 min
Ages 3–7 · Rhyming Stories & Poems
Whatever Happened to the Pea?
A tiny, ordinary pea in a lush garden is plucked by a curious boy. Its unique flavour sparks an idea, leading the…
6 min
Ages 3–7 · Nursery Rhymes
The Enormous Turnip
A kind old man and his wife dream of growing an enormous turnip. When a magic seed sprouts a vegetable bigger than they…
8 min
Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales
The Dragon of the North
Erik, a curious boy, lives in a village that fears Fafnir, a magnificent dragon. Despite the villagers' whispers, Erik…
9 min
Ages 5–8 · Magic
Princess Rose and the Golden Bird
Princess Rose lives in an enchanted forest, known for her kindness. When a wicked witch plans to capture the magical…
Other ways to find a story
Publication order is rarely the most useful way to choose. If you know the title, the A to Z is quicker. If you know the mood, try the collections. If you know how long you have, there are five-minute stories and ten-minute stories. If you know the child, browse by age. And if you would rather not choose at all, tonight\'s story is picked for you.