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StorySafari Stories
Free, illustrated stories for kids — read one here, then make your own where your child is the hero.
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Story collections
Princess Stories
Original princess adventures with brave choices and gentle endings.
6 stories →Bedtime Stories
Calm adventures and reassuring endings for the last read of the day.
17 stories →Dog & Puppy Stories
Playful puppy adventures and warm stories for young dog lovers.
3 stories →Unicorn Stories
Gentle unicorn magic and colorful adventures for bedtime.
4 stories →Dragon Stories
Friendly dragons, brave choices, and magical adventures.
4 stories →Adventure Stories
Big discoveries, brave choices, and imaginative journeys.
17 stories →Animal Stories
Curious creatures, playful friendships, and animal adventures.
13 stories →Magic Stories
Magic objects, secret worlds, and imaginative surprises.
12 stories →Imagination Stories
Inventive ideas turned into complete illustrated adventures.
4 stories →Confidence Stories
Warm stories about trying, learning, and finding inner strength.
3 stories →Courage Stories
Facing worries, accepting help, and taking the next brave step.
6 stories →Kindness Stories
Gentle stories about empathy, generosity, and helping others.
11 stories →Stories About Feelings
Stories that help children recognize and talk about feelings.
4 stories →Friendship Stories
Warm stories about listening, sharing, and belonging.
7 stories →Classic Stories
Familiar tales with accessible language and fresh illustrations.
4 stories →Stories About Family
Illustrated stories about family for young readers.
3 stories →Stories About Nature
Illustrated stories about nature for young readers.
3 stories →Stories About Perseverance
Illustrated stories about perseverance for young readers.
3 stories →Browse by age
Stories by age
Stories for 3-Year-Olds
Very short, reassuring stories with familiar routines and friendly faces.
31 stories →Stories for 4-Year-Olds
Playful adventures with silly humor, big feelings, and clear arcs.
40 stories →Stories for 5-Year-Olds
Heroes who solve real problems — made for kindergarten listeners.
46 stories →Stories for 6-Year-Olds
Friendship stakes and braver adventures for early readers.
45 stories →Stories for 7-Year-Olds
Richer plots for independent readers who still love read-alouds.
43 stories →Stories for 8-Year-Olds
Bigger vocabulary and adventurous plots for confident readers.
19 stories →Stories for 9-Year-Olds
Illustrated stories picked to fit 9-year-olds.
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The Moonlight Picnic
The Star Beneath the Fern
Magical Hayride Adventure
Fran and Zarja on the Magic Train
The Secret Train Beneath The Castle
Malek and George’s River-Dragon Tea Adventure
Wren and the Butterfly Bell
Wren and the Whisker-Wink Fairy
Winnie and Willa on the Magical Beach
Frankie and The Dragon Spark
Murray's Singing Garden
Rainbow Bridge Adventure
Jango and the Bubble Hat
Pip's Wing
Feather on the Farm
The Moonbell's Song
Vivienne's New Adventure
Finn's Zoo Adventure
Wren and the Fairy Glow
Honey's Magic Zoo Adventure
Aquila and the Dinosaur Tracks
Krazytown Kindergarten
All the Things a Puppy Can Do!
Benny and the Wonderful Wings
The Incredible Edible Adventures of Colin Cauliflower
Can I keep him?
Aster's Odyssey
Mia and the Magic Paintbrush
Jamie and the Power Within
Super Shonda
Where's Mumma?
Brave Little Spot
The Spot Express
Adam's Quest
Luna's Forest Adventure
Eliza's Savanna Safari
Helen of Troy: The Journey of a Princess
If I Were A Tree
The Lonely Moon
Bobby's Christmas Miracle
Tim and the Time Machine
Lily and the Laughing Unicorn
Go to Sleep, Little One
Cinderella
Oliver and the Magic Acorn
Around the World in 80 Days
Wizard of Oz
Free illustrated stories made for reading together
Every story in the StorySafari library is complete to read online, with page-by-page illustrations and age-friendly language.
Browse a collection, read a favorite, then use the characters, setting, or big idea as inspiration for a personalized story starring your child.
Helpful next reads
Reading guides for parents
Reading Aloud Tips by Age
Choose a story and reading rhythm that fit how your child listens today.
Read the guide →What Makes a Good Bedtime Story?
Use pacing, repetition, and a gentle ending to help the day settle.
Read the guide →Benefits of Personalized Stories
See how child-led choices can support attention, memory, and a lasting reading habit.
Read the guide →Create a story with your child
Choose the hero, setting, and adventure, then turn one idea into a personalized illustrated story.
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