BEDTIME STORIES FOR KIDS1 [READ IN ENGLISH / GUJARATI LANGUAGES]
Kid’s stories are the most cherished memories of everyone’s childhood. Serving as some handbook for the parents, kid’s tales always help them build the moral values in children. Here, we have some of the most popular bedtime stories for kids along with a few originals as a cherry on the cake! Let’s get started with these bedtime stories.
Mr. Parrot went to make money! – A Gujarati folktale
Folktales told by grandparent are priceless memories deeply ingrained in our minds that whenever we remember it, they immediately overwhelm us with joy and happiness. This Gujarati folktale is one of those you must entertain your kids with. This story promises to enrich the one who listens to it and also the one who tells it. Feel the nostalgia and help my little readers to read this story aloud!
The talkative turtle (A Panchatantra Tale)
This Panchatantra tale here gives us a reflective message that when we don’t consider our friend’s valuable words and advice; we definitely fall into some big trouble.
The Stork and the Crab (A Mitra-bhed story from Panchatantra)
This brilliant Panchatantra story gives us a very important message. It teaches us that there will be times when we may not have any assistance or support while dealing with some difficult situations. At that time a sharp mind becomes our greatest strength! A person with a good presence of mind and quick thinking capability can protect himself from any awful condition!
The Jackal and The Drum (A Panchatantra Katha)
This very interesting Panchatantra story of the Jackal gives us a wonderful message that we should not react foolishly with the fear of the unknown. And also that our small but brave efforts help us succeed in any condition. Read kids story in English & Share it.
The Wishing Tree – A Rajasthani folktale from India.
This Indian folktale from Rajasthan gives a precious message that one should be careful about what one wishes for because it might come true! Before one wishes for something, he must think twice about what if the wish will be granted.
Gopal and the gang of robbers! – Kid’s Story
When a true friend stands by us, we can overcome any grave condition. This folktale from Gujarat teaches us about the importance of presence of mind, courage and unity. So, why don’t you share this moral story with your friends?
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The bird with two heads – [A Panchatantra Tale]
This Panchatantra story of a bird with two heads tells us that an individual ego in a family would harm each of the members. Quarrelling with our own people affects the whole family badly! It’s like if we chop one finger, it would harm the whole hand.
The Wolf and the Lamb – A Panchatantra Tale
This Panchatantra story here tells us that a wicked person would not need any excuses to oppress anyone. He who wants to victimize someone will find any justifiable reason to do it. If he doesn’t find a valid reason, he would make one! So, staying away from such treacherous people will help you be safe!
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The Golden Swan – Moral Story [A Jatak Katha]
This Jataka tale here tells us that excess greed brings nothing but grief. Material greed deprives us from wisdom. Need can be fulfilled but greed can never be. So, one should never forget of drawing a fine line between need and greed!
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Washerman’s donkey and the dog [Hitopdesh Katha]
Unsolicited advice doesn’t work most of the time. It’s always better to mind your own business as not everyone is worthy enough to understand your point. There are mean people like the Dog was in the story who can put you in trouble when advised without being asked for.
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The Cruel Elephant and the Old Jackal [Hitopdesh Katha]
This Hitopadesha katha tells us that every bully is bound to meet his doom. No bad act ever remains without punishment. Tyrants have their downfall sooner or later. Here, the pitiless act of the elephant made all the others suffer a lot. Equally, the elephant had to meet his fate. So, we must keep others’ well-being in mind before we act in all manner of ways.
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Greedy Jackal – Kid’s Story [Hitopdesh Katha]
Greed always has some unpleasant consequences. It takes away all the wisdom at once. A person struck by greed is as blind as a bat which means, he refuses to accept the obvious results and forwards on the way of destruction.
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The Blind Vulture – Kid’s Story [Hitopdesh Katha]
We should not treat the strangers as our friends. People we don’t know closely may harm us. Trusting someone thoughtfully helps us protect ourselves and the people near and dear to us.
