Bedtime Stories for 4 Year Olds
Four-year-olds love bedtime stories with a little more adventure, a little more character, and just enough magic to send them off dreaming. This handpicked library is written for that sweet spot — short enough for tired eyes, rich enough to enjoy. All free.
30 stories
Adventure Bedtime Stories
Animal Bedtime Stories
How the Camel Got His Hump
A short bedtime story for little ones about a grumpy camel who says 'Humph!' to everyone — until a bit of desert magic gives him a hump of his own.
How the Rhinoceros Got His Skin
A short bedtime story about a rude Rhinoceros who steals a cake — and gets an itchy, wrinkly surprise when he takes his skin off for a swim.
How the Kangaroo Got His Legs
A short bedtime story about a proud Kangaroo who wanted to be different from all other animals — and got more different than he bargained for.
The Beginning of the Armadillos
A short bedtime story about a Hedgehog and a Tortoise who muddle a Jaguar so badly they invent a whole new kind of animal.
How the Leopard Got His Spots
A short bedtime story about a plain yellow Leopard who could no longer catch his dinner — until a Hunter gave him beautiful spots.
The Cat That Walked By Himself
A short bedtime story about how the Dog, the Horse, and the Cow came to live with people — and how a very clever Cat made his own bargain.
Dragon Bedtime Stories
The Baby Who Made a Dragon Smile
A bedtime story for little ones about a baby who finds a grumpy dragon living under the house — and makes friends with it by making it laugh.
King Leo and the Magic Book
A short bedtime story for little ones about a young king who finds a magic book — and discovers that fixing a mistake takes bravery.
Sabrinetta and the Fiery Dragon
A magical bedtime story for little ones about a princess with a golden heart — and a dragon who can only be stopped by someone who is truly kind.
Fable Bedtime Stories
The Lion and the Mouse
A tiny mouse promises to help the mighty lion — and keeps her promise. A cosy Aesop fable for bedtime, perfect for children aged 3 to 4.
The Hare and the Tortoise
The hare is very fast and very boastful — until the slow, steady tortoise wins the race. A silly Aesop fable for bedtime, ages 3 to 4.
The Crow and the Pitcher
A thirsty crow can't reach the water in a tall pitcher — until she has a clever idea with pebbles. A brave Aesop fable for ages 3 to 4.
Friendship Bedtime Stories
How the First Letter Was Written
A short bedtime story about a little girl called Taffy who invented the very first letter — a picture message that caused a great deal of mix-up.
How the Alphabet Was Made
A short bedtime story about a clever little girl called Taffy who invented the alphabet with her Daddy — one sound and one picture at a time.
Magical Bedtime Stories
Mythical Bedtime Stories
Perseus and the Mirror Shield
A brave boy uses a shiny shield as a mirror to outsmart the dangerous Medusa — a short bedtime myth for children aged 3 to 4.
King Midas and the Golden Wish
King Midas wishes everything he touches turns to gold — until his breakfast and his daughter do too! A funny cautionary tale for ages 3 to 4.
Bellerophon and the Winged Horse
A patient boy waits by a magical spring and earns the trust of Pegasus, the beautiful winged horse — a magical bedtime story for ages 3 to 4.
Ocean Bedtime Stories
How the Whale Got His Throat
A short bedtime story about a big hungry Whale who eats a jumpy sailor — and finds out why some things are best left alone.
The Crab That Played With the Sea
A short bedtime story about a great big Crab who tried to play with the whole sea — until the Eldest Magician made him small enough to hide under a stone.
Pirate Bedtime Stories
Captain Pearl and the Rainbow Treasure
A bedtime story for little pirates about Captain Pearl, who searches the whole sea for treasure — and finds something more sparkly than gold.
The Night the Stars Led Us Home
A gentle bedtime story for little ones about a pirate crew who get lost in the dark — and find their way home by following the stars.
Old Salty and the Mermaid's Map
A silly bedtime story for little ones about the world's oldest pirate, who gets a magical map from a mermaid — and discovers a wonder glowing at the bottom of the sea.
Princess Bedtime Stories
Princess Marigold and the Lost Crown
A silly bedtime story for little ones about a princess who loses her crown — and goes on a very surprising adventure to find it.
Princess Jenna Who Always Said No
A funny bedtime story for little ones about a princess who says no to everything — until she discovers that her stubbornness is actually a very special gift.
The Princess in the Tower
A gentle bedtime story for little ones about a princess who lives in a tall white tower — and learns that the best things can be found just outside the window.
Space Bedtime Stories
Cadet Tom and the Runaway Rocket
A little space cadet accidentally launches a rocket and uses the North Star to find his way home. A cosy bedtime adventure for ages 3–4.
Astro and the Sleeping Stars
Big gentle Astro counts the stars each night before bed—and one night the stars blink back. A soothing bedtime story for ages 3–4.
Commander Rosa and the Meteor Parade
Commander Rosa wakes her sleeping crew to watch shooting stars streak across the sky in a silver parade. A magical bedtime story for ages 3–4.
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