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New! 🌙 The Bedtime Clock That Ran Backward
When Emily notices her bedtime clock ticking backward, it gently shows her moments from the day she forgot—and reminds her ...
❤️52💖 The Heart-Shaped Box with No Name
On Valentine’s Day, a mysterious heart-shaped box appears in Emily’s classroom—with no name on it. Inside are kind notes that ...
❤️42Detective Daisy
Detective Daisy Meet Daisy, a smart and curious young girl with curly brown hair, bright green eyes, and a knack ...
❤️109A City of Lego
Danny loved building with Lego. Every day after school, he would rush to his room, pull out his giant box ...
❤️89Popular Bedtime Stories
The Ugly Duckling
Born different from his siblings, a lonely duckling sets off on a journey to find where he truly belongs. Through ...
❤️1169The Gingerbread Man
Run as fast as you can to follow the Gingerbread Man's lively escape from hungry pursuers ...
❤️364Cinderella Story
Cinderella is a kind girl with a heart full of hope, stuck doing chores for her mean stepmother. But when ...
❤️1488The Lion King
Roar into the Pride Lands with Simba in a captivating story of courage, friendship, and the circle of life ...
❤️704Charlotte’s Web
Join the heartwarming friendship between Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider in this touching tale of loyalty and love ...
❤️363Peter Pan
Soar to Neverland with Peter, Wendy, and Tinker Bell as they embark on magical adventures with the Lost Boys ...
❤️224Rapunzel by Age

Rapunzel by Age is a special collection where the classic fairy tale of Rapunzel is retold to suit different age groups, from toddlers to older children.
❤️0Snow White Story
Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, there was a kind and beautiful princess named Snow White. She had ...
❤️583Rapunzel Story
Climb the tower alongside Rapunzel and discover her long, magical hair and the prince who longs to rescue her ...
❤️652The Three Little Pigs
Journey through houses made of straw, sticks, and bricks in this charming story of resilience against a huffing and puffing ...
❤️1015Beauty and the Beast
Be our guest in the captivating story of Beauty and the Beast, where inner beauty triumphs over appearances ...
❤️729New: Recipes for Kids
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Holiday Stories
Christmas Stories
Discover the magic of Christmas with our enchanting collection of Christmas stories for kids. These delightful tales are filled with ...
❤️92Easter Stories for Kids
Embark on enchanting journeys through time and tradition in these Easter Stories for Kids. Join Benny the time-traveling bunny and ...
❤️45Halloween Stories
Delight in spooky adventures and heartwarming tales with our collection of Halloween stories for kids. From friendly ghosts to pumpkin ...
❤️68Thanksgiving Stories
Experience the warmth and joy of the Thanksgiving season with our collection of heartwarming Thanksgiving stories for kids. These tales ...
❤️49Valentine’s Day Stories
Experience the magic of love and friendship with our enchanting Valentine's Day Stories. From heartwarming tales of secret admirers to ...
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Fireplace Interviews with Your Favorite Characters
Interview with Red Riding Hood
Interview with Little Red Riding Hood interviewer: "Ladies and gentlemen, today we have a very special guest with us, none ...
❤️21Interview with Snow White
Host: "Hello, young adventurers! Today, we have a very special guest with us – the gentle and kind-hearted Snow White! ...
❤️38Recently Added Bedtime Stories
Hello! I Am Cookie – A Crumbly Tale Through Time
By Sormista Pal Hello there! I’m Cookie—yes, that Cookie! Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of ...
❤️10Episode 10 – The Mystery of the Silent Music Room
The Mystery of the Silent Music Room Daisy loved music class. She loved the shiny instruments, the big piano, and ...
❤️20Episode 9 – The Case of the Missing Playground Bell
The Case of the Missing Playground Bell Daisy loved recess almost more than any other part of the school day ...
❤️10🎇 New Year’s Eve at the North Pole
Christmas is over, but the North Pole is getting ready for the biggest New Year celebration ever — until one ...
❤️20🎄✨ Santa’s Last Delivery of the Year
Christmas was over, but Santa had one final delivery to make — not a toy, but a chance to fix ...
❤️56🎄 Danny the Elf Who Couldn’t Sit Still
Danny the elf could never sit still—not for a single second! He bounced, tapped, and slid all over Santa’s Workshop, ...
❤️96The Christmas Wish Fairy
Rimella, the tiny Christmas Wish Fairy, is losing her magic—until a young girl named Tia makes a wish not for ...
❤️46❄️ The Snowflake Fairy
When the Snowflake Fairy loses her magical paintbrush, snowflakes turn plain and blank — until a brave girl helps her ...
❤️48🌙 Grandpa Neal’s Double Stories
by Julie Sullivan Ava and Derek loved bedtime at Grandpa Neal’s house. Every night he sat in his big rocking ...
❤️2The Dog Who Learned to Say “Thank You” 🐾
Charlie is a playful dog who never says “thank you”… until one magical Thanksgiving Day gives him the power to ...
❤️52Pet Day
by Marcia Faber Noah was very excited about going to school today. It was Pet Day in his kindergarten class, ...
❤️19The Runaway Mashed Potatoes
When Emily and Daniel help make mashed potatoes for the school’s Thanksgiving feast, one tiny mistake turns lunch into a ...
❤️52Series found only on our site!
Bumblebee
Crash-landing on Earth, Bumblebee, a small Autobot scout, befriends a curious boy named Anthony. Together, they join forces with the ...
❤️102Bubble Boy
Bubble Boy Series Bubble Boy: join Timmy as he discovers his extraordinary bubble powers, confronts the villainous Dr. Gloom to ...
❤️50Winnie-the-Pooh
Winnie-the-Pooh Series The Winnie-the-Pooh series is often read as bedtime stories because it is calming and relaxing. The stories are ...
❤️573Fun with Emily
"Fun with Emily" is a heartwarming and comical children's series that follows the adventures of Emily, a spirited 9-year-old girl ...
❤️87Poem for Kids
Whispering Trees
In a forest so deep, where the green leaves sway, Whispering trees have secrets to convey. They talk in hushed ...
❤️2Sunny Smiles
In a land where the sun shines high, Sunny smiles fill up the sky. They're as warm as a summer's ...
❤️1Bubble Magic
In a world of magic, so light and fun, Where bubbles rise and catch the sun, They shimmer, they float, ...
❤️3Beauty and the Beast Poem
Beauty and the Beast In a hidden castle, where roses bloom,Lived a Beast alone, in silent gloom.A prince once proud, ...
❤️6Stories by Age
Bedtime stories for a 3-year-old
Dive into vibrant adventures and heartwarming stories that will leave them eager for more ...
❤️42Bedtime stories for a 4-year-old
Delight your 4-year-old with enchanting bedtime stories that spark their imagination and impart valuable lessons ...
❤️27Bedtime stories for a 5-year-old
Engage your 5-year-old's imagination with captivating bedtime stories ...
❤️19Bedtime stories for a 6-year-old
Delight your 6-year-old with enchanting bedtime stories designed to fuel their imagination and expand their horizons ...
❤️34Bedtime stories for a 7-year-old
Discover a captivating world of bedtime stories tailored for 7-year-olds ...
❤️24Bedtime stories for a 8-year-old
Dive into enchanting bedtime stories curated just for 8-year-olds ...
❤️11Bedtime stories for a 9-year-old
Explore a world of bedtime adventures tailored for 9-year-olds ...
❤️25Popular Lullabies for Parents and Kids
Gentle lullabies and soothing bedtime songs to help babies and young children relax, feel safe, and drift into peaceful sleep ...
❤️8Parenting Tips
Dealing with Defiance
Dealing with Defiance: Encouraging Positive Cooperation Defiance is a natural part of a child’s development. As children grow and begin to assert their independence, they may test boundaries and say “no” more often than you’d like. While dealing with defiance ...
❤️22Overcoming Bedtime Battles
Overcoming Bedtime Battles: Creating a Calming Evening Routine For many parents, bedtime can feel like an uphill battle. From "just one more story" to outright tantrums, resistance to bedtime is a challenge that nearly every family faces at some point ...
❤️1710 Everyday Activities That Boost Cognitive Development in Young Kids
10 Everyday Activities That Boost Cognitive Development in Young Kids Engaging kids in simple, daily routines not only strengthens family bonds but also enhances cognitive skills like memory, problem-solving, and focus. Here are ten everyday activities that support brain growth ...
❤️90Creating a Home Environment That Supports Focused Learning
Creating a Home Environment That Supports Focused Learning A well-organized, calm, and inspiring space at home can greatly impact a child’s focus and engagement in learning. By setting up a learning-friendly environment, you’ll be providing a space where they feel ...
❤️30Blogs
The Impact of Bedtime Stories on Children’s Vocabulary and Language Skills
The Impact of Bedtime Stories - Introduction: Beyond the cozy blankets and dimly lit rooms, these nightly rituals carry profound significance, especially when it comes to nurturing a child's vocabulary and language skills. Join us on a journey as we ...
❤️9Active Kid Challenge (Tested on Our Kids)
Bedtime can sometimes feel like an energetic finale to the day. Our kids seem to get a burst of energy right when it's time to wind down. But after trying something new with our Active Kid Challenge, we’ve discovered how ...
❤️3Seasonal and Holiday Stories
Welcome to ReadTheTale.com, Where Every Season and Holiday Brings New Magic! The allure of bedtime stories isn't reserved for just any day. When the seasons change and holidays approach, a sprinkle of enchantment graces the pages of our favorite tales ...
❤️8Benefits of Bedtime Stories
Benefits of Bedtime Stories Reading bedtime stories is important for kids for many reasons. Here are some of the benefits: Language development. Reading aloud exposes kids to new words and phrases, which helps them develop their vocabulary and grammar skills ...
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