Bedtime Stories for Kids

This site is filled with bedtime stories for kids, so there’s no excuse not to start reading right away. We offer a wide collection of short and long bedtime stories, designed to help children relax and drift off to sleep peacefully.

New bedtime stories for kids are continuously being written, ensuring that there’s always something fresh and exciting to read. Whether you’re looking for fairy tales, adventure stories, or heartwarming tales, you’ll find plenty of options suited for different ages and preferences. Make bedtime a special moment by exploring our ever-growing selection of engaging and imaginative stories.

 

Bedtime Stories for Kids

Here are the Bedtime Stories:

Under the Starlit Sky

Under the Starlit Sky

Lena pulled the blanket tighter around her shoulders, the cool night air brushing against her skin as she gazed up at the sky. The stars stretched endlessly above her, twinkling like tiny whispers of love, and beside her, Daniel exhaled a content sigh. “Do you...

The Lonely Monster

The Lonely Monster

People came from far away to see the enormous monster by Coco Lake, but no one had actually seen it yet. One day, a boy named Frank was sitting by the lake’s edge when he heard a splash. He sat completely still, and then he saw the monster climb out of the water....

The Shy Octopus

The Shy Octopus

Once upon a time, there was a shy octopus who lived in a quiet corner of the coral reef. It rarely came out, and if it ever ran into someone, it would squeeze into the nearest crevice and hide—because octopuses can fit into places no one else can. One day, the octopus...

The Train to Forever

The Train to Forever

The rhythmic sound of the train rolling along the tracks was the only thing filling the quiet night. Outside, the world blurred into a watercolor painting of misty mountains and moonlit fields. Inside, warm golden light flickered from overhead lamps, casting a soft...

The Bookshop of Lost Letters

The Bookshop of Lost Letters

Tucked away on a quiet cobblestone street, hidden between bustling cafés and old antique stores, was a little bookshop that few noticed. It had no glowing sign, no modern window display—just a wooden door with a tiny golden bell that jingled whenever someone stepped...

The Winter Carousel

The Winter Carousel

In a small, snow-covered town nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains, there stood an old carousel in the center of the square. It was said to be enchanted, spinning only on the coldest winter nights when the stars shone brightest. Holly had grown up hearing...

In My Plane

In My Plane

Arthur loved to fly. Every night, he dreamed of flying around the world. Every morning, he jumped into his plane and zoomed up into the clouds. “Yippee!” he shouted, doing a loop. “This is the best feeling in the world!” There was only one problem. His flying...

The Fox and the Goat

The Fox and the Goat

One warm day, a thirsty fox was looking for something to drink. Finally, it came across a well at a farm. It stuck its nose over the edge, but the water was far too deep. The fox carefully balanced from side to side, trying to reach the cool, clear water. But even...

The Lighthouse Keeper’s Secret

The Lighthouse Keeper’s Secret

On the edge of a quiet seaside town, where waves crashed against jagged cliffs, there stood a towering lighthouse. It had guided sailors for generations, but it was said to hold a secret—a light that shone only for those searching for something they didn’t even know...

The Flying Fire Truck

The Flying Fire Truck

Balder was the oldest fire truck at the fire station. He should have been happy because he loved his job. But lately, all the newer fire trucks got to the fires before him. “It’s been so long since I last put out a fire,” Balder told his friend Harry, the helicopter....

The Midnight Garden

The Midnight Garden

Deep in the heart of a bustling city, hidden behind iron gates and overgrown ivy, there lay a secret garden. It was said to only bloom under the light of the full moon, its flowers glowing faintly like tiny lanterns in the dark. Few knew of its existence, but those...

The Bridge of Eternal Stars

The Bridge of Eternal Stars

In a distant kingdom surrounded by rolling hills and shimmering lakes, there was a legendary bridge that only appeared on the clearest nights. The Bridge of Eternal Stars, as it was called, stretched across the kingdom’s largest lake, glowing softly with the light of...

The Lantern of Love

The Lantern of Love

In a quiet village surrounded by dense forests, there was a tradition of releasing lanterns into the sky on the first full moon of winter. Each lantern carried a wish, a hope, or a secret. Amidst the glowing lights, a young woman named Lila always released her lantern...

The Ant and the Grasshopper

The Ant and the Grasshopper

On a sunny day, a grasshopper was happily jumping around in a field. An ant passed by on its way home with some food for its nest. "Come and play with me," called out the grasshopper. "It's far too hot to work. You can gather food another day." "I'm gathering food for...

The Three Feathers

The Three Feathers

Once upon a time, there was an old king who had three sons. The two eldest sons were confident and loved to boast, while the youngest was quiet and shy. The king loved all his sons equally and couldn’t decide who should inherit the kingdom when he was gone. So, he...

The Little Dragon

The Little Dragon

The little dragon was sitting and reading a book about a wicked man who wore a kind of metal suit and killed dragons with his sword. The little dragon felt both scared and nervous. Just then, it heard some voices. “Oh no!” thought the dragon. “Dragon hunters!” And it...

Luna, the Little Dream Dragon

Luna, the Little Dream Dragon

In the heart of a quiet, starry forest lived a small dragon named Luna. She wasn’t like other dragons who breathed fire or hoarded treasure. Luna had shimmering blue scales that glowed softly like moonlight, and instead of fire, she breathed out puffs of silver...

The Golden Scales of Solara

The Golden Scales of Solara

In a distant kingdom surrounded by endless golden sands and sapphire blue skies, there was a legend whispered by travelers and sung by desert nomads—the legend of Solara, the golden dragon. Solara was said to be as radiant as the morning sun, with wings that shimmered...

Poopey’s Amazing Cloud Quest

Poopey’s Amazing Cloud Quest

In a small, colorful village where the skies always shimmered in shades of pink and blue, there lived a joyful little adventurer named Poopey. Poopey was known far and wide for his wild imagination, a backpack full of odd treasures, and his ability to turn any boring...

Lots of Free Bedtime Stories for Kids

On this page, you will find many free bedtime stories in English 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 kids? 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 Kids

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 kids 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.