A Lucky Hunter
There was once a hunter who, on the seventh birthday of his son, decided to go hunting to get something nice for the feast. But as …
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Stories for Kids
Children’s stories from around the world
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Something Special
The children were very excited about it. Early in the morning they woke up to the bird songs. Before the sun’s rays could peep in …
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The Gracious Gift
Once there was a King who was generous and kind. He was interested in the welfare of all his subjects and it was his greatest wish …
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A Surprise On Christmas
Jimmy and Jenny were very excited. It was Christmas Eve and they were busy hanging their stockings at the end of their beds. …
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The King who Played Marbles
The little kingdom was plunged in darkness. There were no festivities, no sounds of music or laughter. Grief was writ large on the …
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The Fairy Doll
Not that!" screamed Sheila. “Yes not her!” repeated Anna. “She will stay with us.” Sheila snatched …
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The Grateful One
Appa, how did you become a Police Inspector?" Kartik asked his father. The two of them were sitting in their little garden on …
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It All Began with Drip Drip
A tiger was caught in a storm, he had wandered into the fields looking for something to eat. He huddled close to the wall of …
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The Red Flower
RED FLOWER: Hello friends. I am Red Flower. I live here in these fields. All the trees, animals, birds, clouds, winds and the sun …
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Two Girls and a Lotus
On top of a three-hundred-foot hill was a quaint old temple. A hunched, old man performed puja here. Enshrined in the centre of …
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Fairy Tale Country
Anjali got up. Her grandmother was still asleep. It was quite bright outside. ‘It must be eight. Why hasn’t Naani got …
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