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Short Stories for Kids - Level 1

Complete lesson plans, including stories, listening, classroom activities, quiz questions and more!

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George and his grape friends escape the vineyard, overcoming obstacles and finding a world full of adventures.

The Great Grape Escape

In the magical land of Sprinkleville, a mischievous gnome named Minty Mischief plots to steal all the cupcakes from the famous cupcake castle, but a young girl named Ella is determined to stop him and save the town from chaos.

The Cupcake Castle Caper

The Magical Mountain

A hidden artist transforms Pebblebrook, sparking joy and creativity with a vibrant annual festival.

The Mystery of the Painted Stones

disaster into a triumph, creating a beautiful and unforgettable moment for everyone involved.

The Carnival of Colors

The Brave Knight

Mary, The Mischievous Mouse

Four friends embark on a magical adventure, only to discover that the real treasure is their friendship.

The Four Leaf Clover Quest

A group of curious animals befriends a lost robot in the rainforest, and together they weather a storm.

The Robot in the Rainforest

The Busy Bee

Dara the daring dragonfly embarks on a quest, only to discover that the true treasure is within.

The Daring Dragonfly

Oliver, the tiniest elf, surprises everyone with his clever strategies and magical find at the Great Elf Games.

The Littlest Elf

Sparky the adventurous dog helps friendly aliens find a rare space plant and embarks on a thrilling space adventure.

Sparky’s Space Adventure

Three friendly ghosts bring joy and laughter to a lonely boy, teaching him the power of true friendship.

The Three Friendly Ghosts

A young girl named Lily embarks on a daring adventure to find a hidden harbor and discovers that true treasure lies in the simple pleasures of life.

The Hidden Harbor

Humphrey the Hippogriff embarks on a quest to cure his hiccups and discovers the power of laughter.

The Hiccuping Hippogriff

Frank, The Friendly Monster

In Llamalandia, the Laughing Llama embarks on a quest to find a hidden treasure that spreads joy.

The Legend of the Laughing Llama

A fish named Rainbow learns the importance of sharing its unique beauty with others.

The Rainbow Fish’s Journey

A grumpy crab becomes a friend as three adventurers uncover treasure and laughter together.

The Hidden Treasure of Sunstone Cove

Jamie discovers that laughter holds the key to saving Seashell Cove from a mysterious whirlpool.

The Curious Lantern of the Lost Lighthouse

Chuck, the Chirping Chicken

An invisible unicorn named Bella discovers the power of friendship and the magic of being seen.

The Invisible Unicorn

The Island of Cats

Pete, The Playful Platypus

The Mysterious Castle

Embarking on a magical adventure in Vegetable Land, Max discovers that vegetables are superheroes in disguise.

The Voyage to Vegetable Land

Children in a small fishing village embark on a treasure hunt, only to discover the true value of unity.

The Treasure of Smuggler’s Cove

Jack and Emma's lives are forever changed when they discover a tiny dinosaur in an enormous egg.

The Dinosaur Egg

The friends discover that true treasure lies in laughter and friendship, not gold or jewels.

The Journey Beyond the Silver Hills

Captain Pete, the Polka-Dot Pirate, embarks on a treasure hunt and discovers the true meaning of sharing.

The Polka-Dot Pirate

Bella, a butterfly with vibrant wings, embarks on a treacherous journey to restore her colors.

The Butterfly Who Lost Her Colors

Lily discovers the true magic lies within her heart, teaching her the importance of responsibility.

Midnight at the Museum of Magic