Bedtime stories for children
Quiet illustrated stories for a shared read before bed, available in English and Hindi.
11 free stories · Ten pages each
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Nila and the Lost Star
A girl, a firefly, and a small light that has lost its place in the sky.
A Lunchbox for the Moon
Asha packs an unusual supper—and discovers what the moon might really need.
Goodnight, Little Forest
Olive takes one last quiet round before leaving the forest to the moon.
The Hare and the Great Thump
One startling sound grows into a forest-sized rumour—until someone stops to look.
The Elephant and the Dog
An elephant’s smallest friend leaves a very large space when he goes away.
The Belly and the Members
A child imagines a quarrel inside a body and discovers unseen teamwork.
How Sun, Moon, and Wind Went Out to Dinner
Three sky siblings visit a feast, but only one remembers someone waiting at home.
The Real Princess
A storm-soaked guest sleeps above hidden peas, and her hosts learn to listen to her discomfort.
The Elderbush
A boy's ordinary evening opens into an imagined journey through an elder tree and a lifetime of memories.
The Dream of Little Tuk
After helping a neighbour, sleepy Tuk dreams a colourful journey through the towns in his geography book.
The Bamboo-Cutter and the Moon-Child
A child found in shining bamboo grows up in a loving home before a moonlit farewell.
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Goodnight, Little Forest
For a familiar bedtime ending: Olive takes one last round with Mama, understands a rustling leaf and returns to her blanket. There is a brief moment of worry, followed by reassurance.
Moon’s Little Parcel
For a shorter read about kindness: Moon saves a little food from a feast for the mother waiting at home. This edition ends with the family sharing and learning together.
Little Tuk’s Dream Journey
For a dream journey: Tuk helps a neighbour, then dreams of places from his schoolbook. In the morning he still practises his lesson; the dream is part of the story’s imagination.
Which bedtime stories are short?
Moon’s Little Parcel and Little Tuk’s Dream Journey each have an estimated three-minute reading time. Goodnight, Little Forest is about eight minutes. Reading aloud and pausing over pictures can take longer.
Are these sleep stories with audio?
These are stories to read, with English and Hindi text. The books do not have audio narration. Choose a still text edition if you prefer reading without moving illustrations.
Reading these stories together
Choose a story together before starting. These books can be read at your own pace; the estimated reading time is only a guide.
Let the child look at the last illustration before closing the book. There is no need to turn a quiet read into a quiz.
A question to start a conversation
Which picture would you like to remember tonight?
Before you read
Are these stories free to read?
Yes. Every ten-page book is free in English and Hindi, without an account. Custom family films are a separate paid service.
How do I choose a story for my child?
Read the description and any parent note first. Age labels, where provided, are suggestions. Preview the story and choose according to your child’s interests and comfort.
Does every book have animation or narration?
The ten-page books have no audio narration. The original 18 books have animated illustrations in the page-turning reader; the additional 100 have still illustrations. Selected separate videos are available on YouTube.