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Bedtime Stories of this Month
New! The Midnight Train to Nowhere
When the clock struck midnight, Emily heard the faint sound of a whistle in her room. To her amazement, a ...
Halloween Stories
Delight in spooky adventures and heartwarming tales with our collection of Halloween stories for kids. From friendly ghosts to pumpkin ...
The Bubble That Wouldn’t Pop
It was a breezy Saturday morning, and Emily was playing in her backyard with her favorite bubble wand. Her mom ...
The Ice Cream Moon
One summer night, the moon turned into a giant scoop of ice cream! Chocolate rivers dripped across the sky, sprinkles ...
The Most Popular Bedtime Stories
Cinderella Story
Cinderella is a kind girl with a heart full of hope, stuck doing chores for her mean stepmother. But when ...
The Ugly Duckling
Born different from his siblings, a lonely duckling sets off on a journey to find where he truly belongs. Through ...
The Three Little Pigs
Journey through houses made of straw, sticks, and bricks in this charming story of resilience against a huffing and puffing ...
Rapunzel Story
Climb the tower alongside Rapunzel and discover her long, magical hair and the prince who longs to rescue her ...
Beauty and the Beast
Be our guest in the captivating story of Beauty and the Beast, where inner beauty triumphs over appearances ...
Snow White Story
Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom, there was a kind and beautiful princess named Snow White. She had ...
Charlotte’s Web
Join the heartwarming friendship between Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider in this touching tale of loyalty and love ...
The Lion King
Roar into the Pride Lands with Simba in a captivating story of courage, friendship, and the circle of life ...
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
Peek into the home of the three bears and share Goldilocks' adventure in this delightful tale of curiosity ...
Rapunzel 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.
The Gingerbread Man
Run as fast as you can to follow the Gingerbread Man's lively escape from hungry pursuers ...
Puss in Boots
Embark on an adventure with the clever Puss in Boots, who uses wit and charm to secure his master's fortune ...
New: Rapunzel by Age
Puss in Boots Video
Puss in Boots Video on YouTube Read the story here: Puss in Boots ...
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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 ...
Easter Stories for Kids
Embark on enchanting journeys through time and tradition in these Easter Stories for Kids. Join Benny the time-traveling bunny and ...
Halloween Stories
Delight in spooky adventures and heartwarming tales with our collection of Halloween stories for kids. From friendly ghosts to pumpkin ...
Thanksgiving Stories
Experience the warmth and joy of the Thanksgiving season with our collection of heartwarming Thanksgiving stories for kids. These tales ...
Valentine’s Day Stories
Experience the magic of love and friendship with our enchanting Valentine's Day Stories. From heartwarming tales of secret admirers to ...
Fireplace Interviews with Your Favorite Characters
Interview with Rapunzel
Host: "Hello, young dreamers! Today, we have a very special guest with us – the one and only Rapunzel! Welcome, ...
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 ...
Recently Added Bedtime Stories
New! Emma and the Mystery of the Missing Books
Every night, Emma’s books vanished one by one. When she followed the mysterious thief into the moonlit cornfield, she never ...
Amelia and the Monster This story was submitted to us by Julie Sullivan
This story was submitted to us by Julie Sullivan
When Amelia peeked under her bed, she didn’t find a scary monster at all. She found Moozle—a tiny, round, purple-furred ...
Santa’s Sleepy Surprise This story was submitted to us by Julie Sullivan
This story was submitted to us by Julie Sullivan
by Julie Sullivan It was Christmas Eve night, and Aurora, who was seven years old, was wide awake. She was ...
The Lost Hug
Every night, after the stars twinkled to life and the moon rose high, a magical creature named Snuzzle made his ...
Emily and the Sock Monster
Emily had a big problem. Every morning, one of her socks would be missing. Not both. Just one ...
Space Adventure
One night, as Max was brushing his teeth, he heard a strange whirring noise outside. He ran to his window ...
Graduation Day
Daniel was finishing kindergarten, and he couldn’t stop smiling. He wore a tiny cap that kept slipping to one side ...
The Talking Library
Sofia loved books more than anything. She loved the smell of them, the feel of their pages, and most of ...
Caroline’s Sleepover Submitted to us by Marcia Faber
Submitted to us by Marcia Faber
In the middle of the night, Caroline woke up feeling strange. She looked down at her pajamas—and gasped. The cupcakes ...
Coco’s Spring Surprise
Coco was a teacup poodle with soft, bouncy curls, shiny brown fur, and bright, curious eyes. He loved every second ...
The Magical Homework Fairy
It was the last day of spring break, and Emily sat on the couch with a big frown. “Ugh,” she ...
The Great Easter Egg Rescue
Listen to "The Great Easter Egg Rescue" on Spreaker. 🌸 The Great Easter Egg Rescue 🌸 In the cheerful town ...
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Bumblebee
Crash-landing on Earth, Bumblebee, a small Autobot scout, befriends a curious boy named Anthony. Together, they join forces with the ...
Bubble Boy
Bubble Boy Series Bubble Boy: join Timmy as he discovers his extraordinary bubble powers, confronts the villainous Dr. Gloom to ...
Winnie-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 ...
Fun 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 ...
Poem for Kids
Tickle of the Breeze
On a sunny day with skies so blue, A tickle of the breeze comes to play with you. It dances ...
Dino Dani Poem
Episode 1: Meet Dino Dani In a world where dinos roam and play, Meet Dino Dani, ready for adventures every ...
The Velveteen Rabbit Poem
In a land where dreams and toys come alive, A tale unfolds, a story to revive. A Velveteen Rabbit, soft ...
Gentle Ocean Waves
Beneath the sun's golden gaze, Where the horizon meets the ocean's embrace, Gentle waves dance in a soothing song, A ...
Stories by Age
Bedtime stories for a 3-year-old
Dive into vibrant adventures and heartwarming stories that will leave them eager for more ...
Bedtime stories for a 4-year-old
Delight your 4-year-old with enchanting bedtime stories that spark their imagination and impart valuable lessons ...
Bedtime stories for a 5-year-old
Engage your 5-year-old's imagination with captivating bedtime stories ...
Bedtime stories for a 6-year-old
Delight your 6-year-old with enchanting bedtime stories designed to fuel their imagination and expand their horizons ...
Bedtime stories for a 7-year-old
Discover a captivating world of bedtime stories tailored for 7-year-olds ...
Bedtime stories for a 8-year-old
Dive into enchanting bedtime stories curated just for 8-year-olds ...
Popular Lullabies for Parents and Kids
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Parenting Tips
Managing Screen Time
Managing Screen Time: Finding a Healthy Balance In today’s digital age, screens are everywhere. From smartphones and tablets to laptops and TVs, children are constantly surrounded by technology. While screens can provide educational content, entertainment, and even social connection, excessive ...
Overcoming 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 ...
Screen Time Balance – Setting Healthy Limits for Kids
Screen Time Balance: Setting Healthy Limits for Kids In today’s digital world, managing screen time has become an important part of parenting. While screens can be educational and entertaining, excessive use can affect kids’ physical health, social skills, and mental ...
Handling Sibling Rivalry
Handling Sibling Rivalry: Strategies for a Harmonious Home Sibling rivalry is a natural part of growing up, but managing it effectively can help create a more harmonious home environment. When children learn to navigate conflicts with their siblings, they build ...
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Bedtime Stories
Welcome to ReadTheTale.com, where dreams take flight and bedtime stories become a magical adventure. As the day winds down, and the world grows quiet, bedtime stories become a bridge between the waking hours and the realm of dreams. It's a ...
How to Write Your Own Bedtime Stories
There’s something magical about bedtime stories. Whether it’s a classic fairy tale or a fun, made-up adventure, stories help children drift off to sleep with happy thoughts and spark their imagination. But did you know you can create your own ...
Tips for Reading Bedtime Stories to Your Kids
Reading bedtime stories to your kids is a great way to bond with them, help them develop language skills, and instill a love of reading. However, it can be hard to know where to start or how to make the ...
Benefits 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 ...