The story shelf
Tonight’s story, in thirty seconds
Pick your child’s age, pick the lesson you want tonight, and read. Every story is written for reading aloud, ends calm, and comes with three little questions to talk about after.
6 stories about gratitude
Stories on the shelf
- 2–4Full cast
Goodnight, Little Fox
Little Fox says goodnight to each sleepy sound, but her four busy paws need one last thing before they can rest.
Winding down2 min - 2–4
Bunny Says Thank You
Juniper finds sun, a crunchy carrot, and a feather as blue as fallen sky. Then one tiny bug needs help crossing a puddle.
Gratitude2 min - 2–4Full cast
Ten Little Lights
Ten lights on the pond each whisper a tiny thank-you and go out, settling bedtime one gentle count at a time.
Winding down2 min - 6–8
Old Tortoise and the Hurry
Farrow the hare is made of hurry. Amble the tortoise is not. Between them swing one important basket and three hills of trouble.
Patience6 min - 6–8
Rufus and the Upside-Down Day
Rufus wants one thing to go properly, but sour berries, a chatty bee, and perfectly timed rain have other plans.
Big feelings6 min - 6–8
The Swallow Who Didn’t Want to Go
The flock is flying south, but Sorrel cannot imagine leaving her beloved barn. How can one small swallow carry a whole home?
Courage5 min
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