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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
- Benji and the Talking Tree
Benji and the Talking Tree: a gentle short story for kids about listening to nature, friendship and caring for the environment. - The Little Sparrow Who Rebuilt Her Nest: A Short Story About Resilience
A short story about resilience for kids. When a storm destroys Pippa’s nest, the little sparrow learns that starting again takes courage. - The Lost Silver Anklet: A Short Story About Taking Responsibility
A short story about responsibility for kids. Annie borrows her sister’s silver anklet without asking and loses it. Will she hide the truth or own up? - The Boy Who Counted the Stars
The Boy Who Counted the Stars: a dreamy bedtime story for kids about curiosity, patience and wonder at the night sky. - The Clever Rabbit and the Foolish Lion (Moral Story)
The Clever Rabbit: a Panchatantra-style moral story for kids about using quick thinking and wisdom to overcome a bigger foe. - The Two Mangoes: A Short Story About Fairness for Kids
A short story about fairness for kids. Two brothers argue over one big mango and one small one, until their grandmother teaches a clever lesson in sharing.
Parenting & Child Psychology
- Separation Anxiety in Preschoolers: 10 Gentle Ways to Ease Goodbyes
Understand separation anxiety in preschoolers and try 10 gentle, practical strategies to make school and daycare goodbyes easier for your child and you. - Why the First 1,000 Days of Your Child’s Life Are More Important Than All the Rest
Why the first 1,000 days of your child’s life matter: brain growth, nutrition, bonding and what parents can do. - Healthy Snacks for Kids: 25 Easy Ideas Including Indian Favourites
25 easy healthy snacks for kids, including Indian favourites like sprouts chaat, makhana and ragi laddu, plus lunchbox tips and snacks to limit. - How to Help a Shy Child Build Confidence: 10 Gentle Strategies for Parents
Wondering how to help a shy child? Learn why some children are shy and try 10 gentle, practical strategies to build confidence without pressure.
Science for Kids
- Solar System for Kids: Fun Facts About the Sun and the 8 Planets
Explore the solar system for kids: fun facts about the Sun, all 8 planets, dwarf planets, moons and more, plus easy tricks to remember the planet order. - 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. - The Water Cycle for Kids: Evaporation, Condensation, and Precipitation Made Easy
The water cycle for kids explained simply: evaporation, condensation, precipitation and collection, with fun facts and an easy experiment to try at home. - 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
- Jawaharlal Nehru: The First Prime Minister of India
Jawaharlal Nehru, India’s first Prime Minister: his life, role in the freedom movement and contribution to modern India. - The Evolution of Ugadi: How Our Ancestors Calculated the Cosmos
The evolution of Ugadi: how our ancestors celebrated the Telugu New Year, and how traditions like Ugadi pachadi began. - The Wise Old Tortoise of Kolleru Lake: A Story About Listening to Elders
A story about listening to elders for kids. The young birds of Kolleru Lake ignore the old tortoise’s warning, until his wisdom saves them all. - 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. - Chintu and the Lost Kite: A Sankranti Story for Kids About Letting Go
A Sankranti story for kids about a boy, a runaway kite, and the joy of letting go. A festival bedtime story with a gentle moral and discussion questions. - The Kite That Wanted to Touch the Sun: A Story About Ambition and Balance
A story about ambition for kids. A proud kite wants to break free of its string and touch the sun, until it learns that the string helps it fly high.
Puzzles & Games
Word search, word scramble and riddles that build vocabulary while kids play. Free on phones and tablets.