Bedtime stories 49–72 of 336
The whole library in the order it was published, newest first. These were added June 2024 to June 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.
7 min
Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales
The Farmer and His Sons
Farmer Thomas lives with his three sons: strong Jack, clever Tom, and lazy Harry. A wise old man visits, offering to…
9 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Old Lion and the Fox
In a lush jungle, an old, proud lion rules, admired by all but a clever fox. The fox, seeing the lion's arrogance as a…
8 min
Ages 4–8 · Magic
The Kingdom of the Ogres
Young ogre Ogg lives in a cosy village but longs to explore the mysterious forest. Despite challenges, he journeys deep…
8 min
Ages 5–8 · Discovery
How Jack Went To Seek His Fortune
Young Jack dreams of adventure beyond his quiet village. He prepares diligently, builds a raft, and sets sail, facing…
8 min
Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales
The Yellow Dwarf
Curious Rosamund ventures into an enchanted forest and meets Sunflower, a tiny yellow dwarf banished from his magical…
8 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Giant Who Had No Heart In His Body
Greta, a brave little girl, lives in a peaceful valley where everyone fears a mysterious giant said to have no heart…
9 min
Ages 3–7 · Responsibility
Hey Diddle Diddle, Little Red Hen
The Little Red Hen dreams of baking her own bread, starting from a tiny wheat seed. She asks her farmyard friends for…
5 min
Ages 3–7 · Magic
The Anxious Leaf
Luna, a beautiful red leaf, is always anxious and fearful, longing to dance in the wind but held back by her worries. A…
8 min
Ages 3–7 · Problem Solving
Huffy Puffy Wolf
In the serene Peaceful Forest, the Huffy Puffy Wolf is misunderstood because his joyful 'huffs' scare other animals…
13 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Musicians of Bremen
Old Donkey, Horse, Dog, and Cat are unhappy and feel unwanted. They decide to leave their homes and journey to Bremen…
6 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Fighting Bulls and the Frog
Bravehorn, the oldest Fighting Bull, seeks a new leader for his proud herd. Trials begin, but a wise frog suggests that…
10 min
Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales
The Mouse, the Frog, and the Hawk
Max the mouse and Freddy the frog live peacefully until Hector the hawk casts a terrifying shadow over their forest…
7 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Horse and the Groom
A magnificent horse, proud of his looks, only admires himself. When a kind groom arrives, the horse slowly begins to…
8 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Stag at the Pool
In the Enchanted Forest, wise Stag and energetic Hare are the best of friends. When they enjoy a day at the pool, a…
6 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Bull and the Goat
Boris the grumpy Bull and Gina the cheerful Goat are very different. When a blustery day traps them and blocks their…
4 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Bow and the Lyre
In a lush forest, an abandoned silver bow and golden lyre yearn for purpose. A wise old owl encourages them to join…
7 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Fly and the Draught-Mule
Flick the fly loves to boast about his speed, often teasing the hardworking Draught-Mule. One rainy day, Flick finds…
4 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Dog and the Oyster
Rex, a curious dog in a quaint seaside village, discovers a glistening oyster on the beach. Intrigued by a faint sound…
7 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Blacksmith and His Dog
The blacksmith and his loyal dog, Sparky, work side by side every day. Sparky is always ready to help, whether it's…
4 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Swallow and the Other Birds
A proud Swallow boasts about his perfect, mud-free nest, believing it superior to all others. When a fierce storm…
6 min
Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales
The Astrologer Who Fell into a Well
Zephyr, a proud astrologer, boasts about his wisdom and skills. One day, admiring his reflection, he tumbles into a…
10 min
Ages 3–7 · Magic
The Fair With Golden Hair
A weary traveller stumbles upon a magical forest and meets a fair woman with golden hair. He asks for a gift to share…
14 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
The Twelve Dancing Princesses
The king's twelve beautiful daughters mysteriously wear out their shoes dancing every night. Worried, the king…
7 min
Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales
Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe
Gretchen lives in a cheerful village, but her heart is set on finding a magical wooden shoe hidden deep in the…
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.