Free Bedtime Stories for Kids
A growing library of short, screen-free bedtime stories for kids aged 3 to 8. Sort by age or theme, or read straight through — every story is completely free to enjoy.
Showing for 3 year olds — 5 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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