Read Short Stories for Kids
listed below in order of the date they were published, with new stories first.
Watching her balloon with the message inside drift away from the other balloons her classmates launched, young Emily was sure no one would read her message, until, that is, she receives a very special phone call.
I look in the mirror and see a golden-skinned boy with dark brown hair. I wipe away my tears, make myself look presentable and unlock the door....
Mindy is super excited about the new carousel at the mall. She has no idea just how magical the ride will be...
Roald Dahl finds a stack of letters on his desk. It turns out they're from his characters, and they don't seem very happy.
Dr. Fox and family help his student and family friend on the verge of being detained and deported.
A young witch in training knows she must follow all the rules, but sometimes she forgets and disaster follows.
Brother and sister, moved to us after a disaster in the Himalayas, teach us new ways