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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 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. - 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. - Ben and the Clockmaker: A Short Story About the Value of Time
Ben always says “later” until a wise old clockmaker shows him what one minute can do. A short story about the value of time. - Lily’s First Day at a New School: A Story About Making Friends
A warm story about making friends for kids. Lily moves to a new city and dreads school, until a thermos of Grandma’s gumbo starts an unexpected friendship. - The Robot Who Forgot How to Dream
The Robot Who Forgot How to Dream: a thoughtful short story for kids about imagination, feelings and what makes us human. - 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.
Parenting & Child Psychology
- The Decline of Handwriting: Does Cursive Still Matter in a Digital World?
The decline of handwriting: does cursive still matter? What research says about handwriting, memory and learning in kids. - Coding for Kids: How to Get Started (Free Tools, Age Guide, and Tips)
A parent’s guide to coding for kids: why it matters, the best free tools by age like Scratch, unplugged activities, and tips to keep children interested. - 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. - Anger Management for Kids: How to Help Children Handle Big, Angry Feelings
Practical anger management for kids: understand why children get angry, calm-down strategies that work, and how parents can teach emotional control.
Science for Kids
- Dinosaurs for Kids: Fun Facts About the Giants That Ruled the Earth
Dinosaurs for kids: fun facts about T. rex, Triceratops, giant sauropods and more, when dinosaurs lived, why they disappeared, and India’s dinosaur fossils. - Why Is the Sky Blue? 10 Curious Science Questions Kids Ask, Answered
Why is the sky blue? Simple, accurate answers to 10 curious science questions kids ask, from rainbows and thunder to why the sea is salty. - 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.
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World History & Culture
- 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. - Aryan vs Dravidian Theory: Understanding the Historical and Cultural Debate
Aryan vs Dravidian theory explained: what the debate is about, what linguistics and genetics suggest, and why it matters. - Andhra cuisine
Andhra cuisine guide: spicy gongura, pesarattu, pulihora, avakaya pickle and the famous Andhra meals served on a banana leaf. - Vizag (Visakhapatnam) – The Jewel of the East Coast
Vizag (Visakhapatnam), the Jewel of the East Coast: beaches, hills, Araku Valley, history and must-visit places. - The Vow of Bhishma
The Vow of Bhishma: how Devavrata became Bhishma through a terrible oath, a Mahabharata story for kids about sacrifice. - Amaravati – The Spiritual Capital of Ancient Andhra
Amaravati, the spiritual capital of ancient Andhra: the great Buddhist stupa, Amareswara temple and centuries of heritage.
Puzzles & Games
Word search, word scramble and riddles that build vocabulary while kids play. Free on phones and tablets.