Bedtime stories 193–216 of 336

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.

10 min Ages 4–8 · Magic The Daughter of the Mother in the Corner

A curious daughter wonders why her mother always places her in the room's corner at bedtime. Her mother reveals it's a…

6 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The True History of Little Golden Hood

In an enchanted forest, a wicked wolf tries to trick clever Golden-Hood with a trail of breadcrumbs. But Golden-Hood is…

5 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Fox and the Crow

A proud crow loves to show off his brilliant red feathers and melodious voice. A cunning fox, always looking for an…

9 min Ages 6–10 · Magic How Molo Stole the Lovely Rose-Red

Molo, a curious rabbit, hears whispers of the beautiful Rose-Red in the Enchanted Garden, guarded by a wise owl. He…

19 min Ages 6–10 · Magic Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

Ali Baba, a kind-hearted man, discovers the secret cave of forty thieves, brimming with treasure. He hopes to bring…

8 min Ages 6–10 · Magic The Golden Nugget

A curious newcomer arrives in Goldville, a town buzzing with tales of a legendary Golden Nugget. With a keen team, they…

7 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Ridiculous Wishes

Young Cedric ventures into an enchanted forest and discovers a magical Wishing Tree. He makes several wishes, including…

14 min Ages 4–8 · Friendship The Selfish Giant

The Selfish Giant lives in a towering castle, keeping his beautiful spring garden all to himself. When he sees children…

6 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Boy Who Cried Wolf

A mischievous boy guarding his flock enjoys tricking villagers with false cries of "Wolf!". They rush to help, only to…

6 min Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales The Goose that Laid the Golden Eggs

A poor farmer and his wife struggle to make ends meet until they discover a magical goose that lays golden eggs. Their…

5 min Ages 3–5 · Classic Tales The Dog and the Shadow

Max, a friendly dog, loves playing in his sunny town. One day, a mysterious shadow follows him everywhere, making his…

6 min Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing

A cunning wolf longs to feast on the peaceful sheep in a quaint village. He devises a clever plan to disguise himself…

9 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Bear and the Two Travelers

Tomas and Maria embark on a vital quest to the king's castle, navigating a vast, enchanting forest. Their journey takes…

7 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Lion and the Three Bulls

Leo the proud lion challenges three wise bulls – Bold, Brave, and Bashful – to prove their strength. When a physical…

11 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Cat and the Old Rat

Whiskers, a curious cat, loves exploring the forest and making new friends. He stumbles upon Rascal, an old rat living…

5 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Fox and the Pheasants

In a lush forest, a sly fox devises a cunning plan to gather all the generous pheasants' berries for himself. But the…

4 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Thief and the House-Dog

Rex, a fluffy house dog, lives happily with the kind Johnson family. One night, a cunning thief named Jack targets…

6 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Rich Man and the Tanner

Sir Reginald, a very rich man, believes his wealth makes him superior to Tomas, a humble tanner new to the village. But…

8 min Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales The Birds, the Beasts, and the Bat

In a vibrant forest, birds gather for a joyful feast, but dark clouds bring worry. A bat arrives, initially causing…

6 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Lion, the Bear, and the Fox

The noble Lion feels jealous when he sees the Bear and Fox playing happily together. He challenges them to a contest to…

6 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Milkmaid and Her Pail

Mabel, a hardworking young milkmaid, struggles daily with her clumsy pail, spilling milk everywhere. She longs for an…

5 min Ages 3–7 · Classic Tales The Dog and the Cook

Max the curious dog loves Maria's delicious cooking. One day, the smell of her stew is too tempting, and he devises a…

8 min Ages 5–8 · Classic Tales The Lion and the Fox

In the sunny Pride Lands, a mighty Lion rules with courage. A cunning Fox, known for his quick wit, challenges the Lion…

8 min Ages 4–8 · Classic Tales The Cock and the Jewel

Reggie the proud rooster boasts about his vibrant feathers until a beautiful jewel appears, sparking his jealousy. A…

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.