Our newest bedtime tales, ready for tonight.
The Sleepy Forest In a faraway forest, everything was quiet. The sun had gone down, and the sky turned a...
Starhoof and the Moonlight Race Once upon a time, in a quiet valley full of stars, lived a shiny white...
One night nine-year-old Kabir rested his head on his soft pillow and closed his eyes, he woke up in a...
Ziad was a seven-year-old boy who lived in a small house near a long, sunny road. He loved many things...
Every morning before dawn, Elias the baker unlocked his shop while the street was still quiet. He kneaded dough by...
Goldy the Little Fish Deep under the waves, in a quiet corner of the sea, lived a little fish named...
Moonlight and the Magical Butterfly Far away, deep in a quiet forest, the stars twinkled above the trees. The wind...
Sammy the Squirrel and the Special Leaf In a big park with tall trees and soft green grass, lived a...
The Girl Who Painted the Wind Once, there was a girl named Lila who loved to paint. She lived in...
Tilly the Turtle’s Slow Adventure Once upon a time, in a green and peaceful forest, there lived a small turtle...
The Sleepy Star Far above the clouds, in the big night sky, lived a little star named starry. She was...
The Sleepy Forest In a faraway forest, everything was quiet. The sun had gone down, and the sky turned a...
Zetokids is a home for free bedtime stories for kids. Every story is short, calm and kind, so it fits easily into your evening routine. Pick one tale, settle in, and let your child drift off with a happy thought.

Some nights call for magic, and some nights call for a gentle lesson. Dreamland stories carry children to faraway places full of wonder. Moral Stories share simple ideas about honesty, kindness and courage. Friendship tales show how sharing and caring bring people closer. Poetic Stories have a soft rhythm that is lovely to read aloud. Premium Stories are our specially chosen favourites.
A short story gives the day a quiet ending. It gives parents and children a few peaceful minutes together, away from busy screens. A calm routine each night can help little ones feel safe and ready for sleep. Reading aloud also brings new words and big feelings to children in a gentle way.
You do not need a long book or a special plan. Five quiet minutes and one good story are enough to turn an ordinary night into a small, happy memory your child will look forward to tomorrow.
Not sure where to start? Tap Read tonight’s story for a new pick each day, or press Surprise me for a random tale. Our bedtime stories for kids come with bright pictures, and some have audio too, so children can look and listen along.
When you have a few extra minutes, visit our Games page for gentle play, or try the Kids Quiz. You can read more about the idea behind this site, and watch more on our YouTube channel. We keep adding new bedtime stories for kids, so come back soon and find your next favourite.