Bedtime Stories for Kids
This site is filled with bedtime stories for children, so there is no excuse not to start reading right away. New bedtime stories are continuously being written, so be sure to check back regularly for fresh tales you can read to your child.
Bedtime stories are a wonderful way to end the day, providing comfort and joy as children drift off to sleep. On our site, you’ll find a wide variety of stories that cater to different tastes and age groups, ensuring that there’s always something new and exciting to discover.
Here are the Bedtime Stories:
Super-Oscar!
https://youtu.be/lPYVDmh2AFQ Watch more bedtime stories on our YouTube channel. Oscar was a very small boy with a very BIG secret. Every time he ate ice cream, something amazing happened. He got a red cape, his shoes turned into blue boots, and he put on a yellow mask...
The Cold Planet
Millions of kilometers from Earth, on the other side of the universe, lies a small planet named Fliptune. It is dark and cold, far from the sun, behind a much larger planet. On this planet live small green aliens. They use torches to see. One day, a young alien named...
No dogs allowed!
It was half past three, and Clara had just finished school. Her mother was waiting at the gate with Jessie, their dog. “Can we go to the park with Ella, mom?” asked Clara. “Okay, we can go for half an hour,” said her mother. When they got to the park, Clara and Ella...
The Dinosaur Tomb
Today was Freja’s birthday, and she got a new computer game from her mom and dad. “Dinosaur Tomb!” said Freja. “Cool! It’s exactly what I wanted!” Freja decided to try her new game right away. She turned on the computer, inserted the game, and looked at the screen. A...
Escape from the Circus
William was super excited today! He was going to the circus, and he loved the circus – all the animals and the performers. At eight o’clock, William and his parents arrived at the large red-and-white striped circus tent. The ringmaster shouted with his enormous...
The Troll’s Treasure
On an island far, far away lived an angry troll. This troll had been stranded on this island for many years after his famous troll pirate ship hit the reef near the island while he was hunting for gold. The troll was very angry, for instead of gold, all he found were...
Anton and the Time Machine
One day, while Anton was rummaging around in his grandfather’s old attic, he stumbled upon a strange box covered in dust. As he wiped the dust away, he saw a shiny button on top. His curiosity got the better of him, and he carefully pressed the button. Suddenly, the...
Robin Hood
Robin Hood bedtime story A long time ago, England was ruled by an evil and greedy prince named John. He ordered the Sheriff of Nottingham to tax the people so heavily that some were forced to become outlaws. Two of the most famous outlaws were Robin Hood and Little...
Beauty and the Beast
This is the story of Beauty and the Beast in a shortened version, making it easy for your child to read. In a land far, far away, there lived a merchant and his beautiful daughter named Beauty. One day, the merchant got lost in the forest and came upon a castle. He...
The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse
Once upon a time, in a cozy little burrow under a big oak tree, lived a country mouse named Max. Max loved his peaceful life in the countryside, surrounded by fields of flowers and gentle streams. He spent his days gathering berries, nuts, and playing with his...
Rapunzel
Introduction In a world where legends come to life, our story begins with Rapunzel—a young woman with a heart full of hope and a tower full of secrets. Follow this captivating tale that starts in Rapunzel’s golden world, caught between ancient evil and blossoming...
The Secret Adventure of Emma and Max
Emma lived in a cozy house at the edge of a quiet forest. Every day after school, she would play with her best friend, Max, a cheerful golden retriever with a shiny coat and a wagging tail. Max loved to chase squirrels, fetch sticks, and most of all, spend time with...
The Brave Penguin Pirates
Once upon a time in the distant, cold world of the Iceberg Islands, there was a colony of penguins unlike any other penguins you’ve heard of before. These penguins were not ordinary penguins. No, they were the bravest, boldest, and most adventurous of all – they were...
The Lonely Monkey and the Journey of Friendship
This story is written by Julia Degener. In a large, dense forest where the sun’s rays barely reached the ground through the thick branches, lived a little monkey named Alex. Alex was a lonely monkey who resided in a cozy but empty treehouse high up in a tree. Although...
The Little Mermaid
The Story of The Little Mermaid This is the story of The Little Mermaid for children. Long ago, a king lived in the coral palace at the bottom of the sea. He had six mermaid daughters. While five of them were happy, his youngest princess did not even smile. The little...
Frozen
This is the story of Frozen. When Princess Elsa and Princess Anna of Arendelle were little girls, they were best friends. Anna was one of the few people who knew Elsa’s secret—Elsa had the power to create snow and ice! One night, Elsa filled an empty ballroom with...
Luna and the Enchanted Garden
In a quaint village tucked between emerald meadows and tranquil streams, there lived a charming cat named Luna. Luna was no ordinary feline; she had a sleek, silvery coat that shimmered like moonlight, and eyes that gleamed with a mysterious blue hue. Known for her...
The Ugly Duckling
Dive into a world of transformation and self-discovery with H.C. Andersen’s timeless tale, “The Ugly Duckling.” This touching story explores themes of identity, belonging, and inner beauty, captivating readers of all ages. Experience a journey from rejection to...
Wake up, Mom!
Two little bears peeked out of their den. Winter was over, and they could smell the fresh spring air. It was time to wake up and play after their long sleep. The two bears tried to wake up their mom, but she was sleeping very soundly. “Let’s run under the trees and...
The Bullies
Once upon a time, there were two boys who were very good friends. Their names were Carl, which means hope, and William. Carl and William always played basketball on the court close to where they lived. They liked to imagine that they were famous basketball players and...
Pandora’s Box
Long ago and far away, high up among the clouds on Mount Olympus, the gods enjoyed a life of joy and quarrels. When they grew tired of arguing among themselves, they turned their attention to humans and used them as toys. One day, the gods created a beautiful woman...
The Wise Crow
Once upon a time, there lived a crow named Bobo in a small village called Uldbred. It was a very cold day, and so Bobo rested comfortably in a tree near the village. In the distance, in another tree, sat a very old crow named Villemo. The cold made Villemo shiver, and...
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
https://youtu.be/TRJnY3fxkd8 Watch more bedtime stories on our YouTube channel. Contact · The Boy Who Cryed Wolf Once upon a time, there was a shepherd boy named Peter who was bored. All day long, he sat on a hill watching the village’s sheep. To entertain himself, he...
The Clumsy Vampire
https://youtu.be/LdFdSrJ67f4 Watch more bedtime stories on our YouTube channel. Contact · The Clumsy Vampire Vincent was not like the other vampires. While they flew gracefully through the night, performing acrobatic maneuvers, Vincent had a tendency to trip over his...
Later!
Every day, Oscar did everything his way. Oscar ate what he wanted, played the games he wanted, and decided when he wanted to sleep. If his mom asked him to clean up after himself or come down for dinner, he’d shout ‘later!’ and continue with what he was doing. One...
Princess Lily
To be a real princess, you have to believe in your heart that you are one. There are princesses all over the world, and some of them don’t even know they are. Princesses come in all shapes and sizes. They don’t always live in a castle, wear fancy clothes, and a crown....
Captain Clover’s Pirate Ship
https://youtu.be/5PxiFNmbB2A Captain Clover was not an ordinary cat. With his keen eye, clever mind, and a paw full of luck, he had one great dream: to become the first feline pirate captain ever! One day, Captain Clover found an old, worn treasure map that held a...
My Dream of a Unicorn Came True
Oh, how I really wished for a unicorn. I loved unicorns more than anything else. They filled my entire world! I even decorated all my things with unicorns. Ah! Let me introduce myself to you, my name is Fathima and I am 11 years old. I am the person who really wanted...
The Toy Hospital
Toys are generally very nervous about going to the hospital. Research has shown that as soon as toys see a white coat, they start to get very worried. Many toys have to stay in the hospital for a few weeks. This is because it takes time to recover, and it can even...
Max The Wandering Paperclip
Once upon a time, there was a paperclip named Max. He had lived in the same classroom for 60 years. He was one of the very first paperclips ever made and had served his purpose very well. He was a very happy paperclip. He really wanted to go out and see the world, and...
Lots of Free Bedtime Stories for Children
On this page, you will find many free bedtime stories in Danish that you can read to your child before bedtime. These stories are a great way to create a calm and cozy atmosphere before sleep, and can help your child fall asleep in a comfortable way.
It can be a good idea to establish a routine where you read a bedtime story every evening before sleep. This can become a pleasant part of your child’s bedtime routine and contribute to a good night’s sleep. It is also a good idea to choose a bedtime story that your child likes and that suits their age and interests. This way, the story can become even more engaging and interesting for your child.
Remember to Read Bedtime Stories
Do you also like to read bedtime stories to children? And do you find that you regularly need to tell your child a bedtime story?
I think it’s really cozy to read stories to my children, and I can tell that they really immerse themselves in the stories. Afterwards, when I have read the bedtime stories to them, we talk about what happened in the story.
Children think a lot and imagine many things when you read to them.
You now have the opportunity to read many stories to your child or if you have more children. I continuously write stories here on the site, and you are also very welcome to submit a story if you would like to have it on the site.
Benefits of Reading Bedtime Stories to Children
It may not come as a surprise that reading to children greatly benefits their development. But did you know that a child’s reading level in third grade is a key indicator of their future educational success? If they cannot read at a third-grade level, they are four times less likely to graduate. Fortunately, you are a fantastic parent, ready to teach them the joy of reading from a young age, aren’t you?
Bedtime Stories Improve Your Child’s Reading Skills
Just because you are the one reading doesn’t mean your child isn’t learning. “You will be surprised at how much children understand when you read a bedtime story, follow the words, and start to recognize them on the page,” says Kate.
A bedtime story is also a great opportunity for shared reading, for example, taking turns reading a page – or a paragraph, depending on your child’s ability. This will give your child a daily opportunity to practice reading while also benefiting from being read to.
Bedtime Stories Spark the Imagination
Unicorns, wizards, fairies, and monsters… bedtime stories for children open up entirely new worlds for kids, both real and imaginary, and sharing a bedtime story will take them to places they had never dreamed of.