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Short Stories, Bedtime Stories & Lessons for Kids
Read moral stories, fables, science explainers and world culture, then explore the same magic in Spanish, Hindi, French, Japanese and more. Every story is free, with discussion questions for parents and teachers.
Latest Short Stories
- The Clever Jackal and the Wicked Lion
The Clever Jackal and the Wicked Lion: an Indian folktale for kids showing how a small, clever animal outwits a cruel, powerful one. - The Peacock and the Crane
The Peacock and the Crane: an Aesop’s fable for kids about pride, beauty and valuing usefulness over appearance. - The Echo Well: A Short Story About the Power of Kind Words
A short story about kind words for kids. Ryan shouts angry words into an old village well, and discovers that what we send out always comes back. - The Tale of the Wise Little Fox
The Tale of the Wise Little Fox: a short moral story for kids about a clever fox who uses wisdom, not strength, to solve problems. - The Parrot Who Spoke Two Languages: A Short Story for Bilingual Kids
A cheerful story for bilingual kids. Polly the parrot is teased for speaking two languages, until her gift saves two lost children. - The Clever Swans and the Rushing River
The Clever Swans and the Rushing River: a short moral story for kids about teamwork, wisdom and helping others in danger.
Parenting & Child Psychology
- Why Supplemental Education is the Secret to Beating Classroom Burnout
Why supplemental education is the secret to beating classroom burnout and reigniting your child’s love of learning. - AI in the Classroom: Will ChatGPT Help or Hinder Your Child’s Learning?
AI in the classroom: will ChatGPT help or hurt students? The benefits, risks and how parents and teachers can guide children. - Raising Un-Hackable Kids: Teaching Cybersecurity Basics to 10-Year-Olds
Raising un-hackable kids: how to teach children cybersecurity basics, from strong passwords to spotting scams and online safety. - The Science of Boredom: Why Your Child’s Boredom Is a Gift You Keep Stealing
The science of boredom: why your child’s boredom is a gift, and how it fuels creativity, problem-solving and independence.
Science for Kids
- Why Do Leaves Change Color in Fall? A Kid-Friendly Science Guide
Why do leaves change color in fall? A simple, kid-friendly science guide to chlorophyll, carotenoids and anthocyanins, with easy experiments and FAQs. - States of Matter for Kids: Solids, Liquids, and Gases Explained
States of matter for kids: learn about solids, liquids and gases, how melting, freezing and evaporation work, with everyday examples and easy experiments. - Photosynthesis for Kids: How Plants Make Their Own Food
Photosynthesis for kids explained simply: how plants use sunlight, water and air to make food and oxygen, with fun facts and an easy leaf experiment. - 12 Easy Science Experiments for Kids at Home (Using Kitchen Supplies)
Try 12 easy science experiments for kids at home with kitchen supplies: volcanoes, rainbows, floating eggs, invisible ink and more, science explained.
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World History & Culture
- Ekalavya’s Unmatched Devotion
Ekalavya’s Unmatched Devotion: the Mahabharata story of a tribal boy’s dedication to archery and his guru Dronacharya, retold for kids. - Vijayanagara: The Empire That Saved South Indian Civilisation
Vijayanagara: the empire that saved South Indian culture. Its rise, Krishnadevaraya’s golden age, Hampi and legacy. - Bhagat Singh: The Martyr for Freedom
Bhagat Singh, the martyr for freedom: the life, ideals and sacrifice of India’s young revolutionary hero, explained for students. - The Physics of the Pushpaka Vimana: Ancient Myth or Early Science?
The Pushpaka Vimana: exploring the flying chariot of the Ramayana, its descriptions in ancient texts and the myths around it. - Is Ram Setu Real? Exploring the Myth, History, and Science Behind the Sacred Bridge
Is Ram Setu real? Exploring the myth, history and science of Adam’s Bridge between India and Sri Lanka. - The Weaver Who Wove the Seasons
The Weaver Who Wove the Seasons: a magical short story for kids about patience, craft and the rhythm of nature.
Puzzles & Games
Word search, word scramble and riddles that build vocabulary while kids play. Free on phones and tablets.