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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 Silver Penny
The Silver Penny: a heart-warming short story for kids about honesty, kindness and how a small coin can change a life. - 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. - Twinkle the Little Firefly: A Bedtime Story About Self-Esteem for Kids
A soothing bedtime story about self-esteem. Twinkle the firefly believes her light is too small to matter, until one dark night proves otherwise. - Gus the Elephant Who Was Afraid: A Short Story About Courage for Kids
Gus is the biggest elephant in the forest, yet he’s afraid of almost everything, even a tiny mouse. A short story about what courage really means. - The Village That Argued About the River
The Village That Argued About the River: a short story for kids about conflict, listening and finding common ground. - The Tale of the Three Brothers
The Tale of the Three Brothers: a short moral story for kids about choices, teamwork and what truly makes a treasure valuable.
Parenting & Child Psychology
- Raising Readers in a Video World: The 5-Step System That Actually Works
Raising readers in a video world: a 5-step system that actually works to build a lifelong reading habit in children. - 15 Fun Math Games for Kids at Home (No Worksheets Needed)
15 fun math games for kids at home using cards, dice, snacks and everyday objects. Build counting, addition, multiplication and number sense through play. - 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. - Why Supplemental Education and After-School Enrichment Are Crucial for Gen Alpha
Why supplemental education and after-school programs matter: academic, social and emotional benefits for children.
Science for Kids
- 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. - Human Body Facts for Kids: 30 Amazing Things Your Body Does Every Day
Discover 30 amazing human body facts for kids about bones, the heart, brain, lungs, skin and more, plus simple ways to keep your body healthy. - 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. - 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.
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World History & Culture
- Telugu Kings రాజులు
Telugu kings who shaped history: Satavahanas, Kakatiyas, Vijayanagara rulers like Krishnadevaraya, and their lasting legacy. - 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. - 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. - Bhagavad Gita
An introduction to the Bhagavad Gita: Krishna’s teachings to Arjuna on duty, action, devotion and self-knowledge, explained simply. - The Two Bullocks and the Heavy Cart: A Short Story About Teamwork
A short story about teamwork for kids. Two proud bullocks pull a heavy cart in opposite directions, until they discover the strength of working together. - 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.