Heroes and Heroines – Inspiring Storybook Characters for Kids

Looking for stories about heroes and heroines?

These free tales feature brave and kind characters who face challenges, help others, and show what it means to do the right thing. Great for inspiring kids through courage and creativity.

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Legend of Tír na nÓg: The Story of Niamh and Oisín: Irish Folktale

May 24, 2025

Nursery Rhymes Fairy Tales Folk Tales Bedtime Stories 0:00 / 0:00 Legend of Tír na nÓg Once upon a time in the...

Gelert the Faithful Hound (Gelert the Dog): A legendary Welsh story for kids.

The Tale of Gelert the Faithful Hound: Welsh Folktale

November 15, 2024

Nursery Rhymes Fairy Tales Folk Tales Bedtime Stories 0:00 / 0:00 The Tale of Gelert The Tale of Gelert highlights loyalty and...

Sleeping Beauty

November 15, 2024

Nursery Rhymes Fairy Tales Folk Tales Bedtime Stories 0:00 / 0:00 Sleeping Beauty Sleeping Beauty highlights fate, patience, and love’s triumph. Sleeping...