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Age 7-12 All Fairy Tales English Fairy Tales Fairy Tales
A witty wife helps her husband solve his problems in all sorts of sticky situations!
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A Prince steals a magical ring from a fairy queen in order to defeat a wicked dragon.
All Fairy Tales English Fairy Tales Fairy Tales Gardens Helping Seasons
A little weed feels worthless, until it helps some hungry birds.
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A giant keeps Jack prisoner for seven years... until finally he makes his escape!
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A prince learns how to have empathy with the help of a fairy and a ring.
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A young man wants to marry a silly girl... but must find three sillier people first!
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A foolish boy takes a chance on impressing a Princess and wins her love.
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The story of a bird husband, his wife, and three magical feathers.
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Tom is cursed by a creature when he asks for help with his chores.
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The story of an old wife who falls in love with a kind black bull.
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It is hard to go to bed, but with the help of a fairy anything can happen!
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Two sisters seek their fortune - but only one of them is helpful to others.
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The English version of the fairy tale Cinderella.
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A funny old man goes to the market to buy a cow, and ends up with nothing at all!
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Brother for Brother, or Fern Flower
The author's instructive tale about two brothers, about the trials that fell to their lot in the dark forest, about parents and a fern flower for children of school age.
The fairy tale of the teacher-psychologist Elena Putilina will help improve the tense relationship between brothers or sisters, teach them to appreciate and respect each other.
22 4 min. 1
A little hedgehog and a big dream
A kind short author's tale about a hedgehog, about the sun and maple, about autumn and about dreams that will surely come true. A fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age will teach children to dream and be kind. The story is suitable for reading at night.
363 3 min. 13
There is a girl in our kindergarten...
The author's instructive tale-joke in verse about a greedy deceiver girl with whom they did not want to be friends. The girl realized her mistake and corrected herself. A fairy tale about friendship and kindergarten, about how to be friends, and about the fact that it is not good to deceive, for preschool children.
Suitable for reading at night.
402 2 minutes. 12
Baba Yaga in the search squad, or Find yourself, Gingerbread Man!
The original author's fairy tale about Kolobok, about Grandfather and Grandmother, about Little Fox, Baba Yaga and other familiar characters in a new way. A fairy tale for school-age children with an unusual plot will amuse and delight the children and teach them to fantasize and think creatively.
350 4 min. 15 2
Do unicorns have neighbors?
A therapeutic instructive tale about a unicorn who has a neighbor for children of preschool and primary school age. A fairy tale about kindness and the ability to be friends with neighbors. The story is perfect for reading at night.
1057 3 min. 28 1
The Tale of Dad and the Important Deed, or How Kostya Overcame Sadness
The continuation of the tale from the psychologist about the boy Kostya, whose dad was mobilized.
It will help explain the importance of the child's feelings, as well as tell him how to cope with his feelings and survive separation. It is suitable for all the kids who are sad and miss their dad.
922 3 min. 25 3
Tale of an Important Matter, or Why Dad Left
A therapeutic tale from a psychologist about the absence of a dad due to mobilization, which will help explain to a small child why there is no dad next to him. A fairy tale about a boy and a father who went to work for an Important Cause, but loves his son very much. The fairy tale will help the child survive separation and explain to the child where the father is.
841 4 min. 16 1
How did a bird appear that reconciled Music and Dance in itself…
A beautiful instructive author's fairy tale about music and dance, about their argument about who is more important; about a girl who reconciled them and turned into a bird.
A fairy tale for children of preschool and school age that everyone is important and plays a role in life, everyone is unique and unrepeatable. The story is suitable for reading at night.
543 6 min. 11 2
Who said that if a cat...
A small author's fairy tale in verse about a cat. Should a cat be mischievous and keep mice at bay, or can it be kind and friendly? A fairy tale for preschoolers is great for bedtime reading.
1121 2 minutes. 25 1
How Masha forgot about her day off
A little author's kind fairy tale-joke in verse about a schoolgirl and a day off. Out of habit, Masha got ready for school, but her mother stopped her. The little girl happily went to bed. A fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age is suitable for reading at night.
1163 1 minute. 24 1
The adventures of the Lyalya doll. Part three
The third part of a series of fairy tales about the adventures of Lyali doll. These are author's fairy tales for preschool children about a doll, about apples and a birthday, about friendship, about cleaning and order. The stories are original and sometimes unpredictable, but very entertaining. Fairy tales are suitable for reading to the smallest at night.
716 4 min. 11 1
The adventures of the Lyalya doll. Part two
Continuation of a series of fairy tales about the adventures of the Lyalya doll, the favorite toy of the author's granddaughter Natalya Kuzina. These are fairy tales for preschool children about a doll, about a magic box, about friendship, about a rainbow and about summer.
The stories are original and sometimes unpredictable, but very entertaining. Fairy tales are suitable for reading to the smallest at night.
683 7 min. 14 2
The adventures of the Lyalya doll. Part one
Author's fairy tales about the adventures of Lyali's doll for preschool children. Lyalya is the favorite toy of the author's granddaughter Natalya Kuzina. Three-year-old Margarita often suggested plots to her grandmother, and therefore the stories are original and unpredictable, but very entertaining. Bedtime stories are suitable for bedtime reading.
1210 8 min. 25 3
It was warm in the little house
A small author's fairy tale in verse about gnomes and a bunny, about kindness and guests, responsiveness and friendship. The little bunny got wet in the rain, the dwarf Pororo took pity on the baby and persuaded grandmother Nyusha to let him into the house.
Fairy tale for preschool children, suitable for reading at night.
1357 2 minutes. 18 1
The story of domestic toys, or How a robot cured a car
A little kind author's fairy tale for preschool children about toys: about a car and a transformer robot. A story about a boy who loved to build tall towers, but his car got sick. While the baby was sleeping, a brave robot fixed it. The story is suitable for reading at night.
1932 3 min. 28 5
Miracles of the cold sea, or a difficult seal
Folk tale about miracles on the cold sea: about an old man with an old woman, about a talking seal, about an elder and his daughter, about kindness and resourcefulness. A fairy tale based on Chukchi legends for older preschoolers and school-age children. Suitable for reading at night.
956 3 min. 17 5
How Petya realized that online games will not lead to good
Instructive modern fairy tale about a naughty boy and online games for older preschoolers and children of primary and secondary school age. The tale of how Petya offended his grandmother because of the game on the tablet, and then got into the future and found out about the bad consequences of his act. The fairy tale will teach you to respect elders and treat gadgets easier.
2193 7 min. 53 1
How a puppy went to the forest for strawberries
A modern instructive tale about a puppy and a small canary bird, about their friendship and courage. A fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age will help children understand who a true friend is. The story is suitable for reading at night.
1662 8 min. 45
How Ladybug learned to be friends
Author's fairy tale for preschool children about friendship. A fairy tale for kids about insects that have become friends - about Ladybug, Spider and Ant. The fairy tale will help children figure out how it is to be friends; suitable for reading at night.
2066 3 min. 61 3
Kind Baba Yaga and three bear cubs
An instructive author's tale about a bear, cubs and Babu Yaga. A fairy tale about responsiveness and kindness, about the fact that everyone is rewarded according to his deeds, and the debt is red in payment. A fairy tale for preschool children and for schoolchildren, suitable for reading at night.
2138 7 min. 45 3
The secret of the merman's grandfather
A modern fairy tale about the merman, his grandfather and aliens flying into the ocean.
A fairy tale based on Russian folklore about respect and love, about the life of fairy tale characters and their feelings. Fairy tale for school children. Suitable for reading at night.
1231 8 min. 16 5
Is it possible to make friends with Kikimora?
An author's fairy tale about Kikimora, a fairytale forest and girls - two sisters who almost became swamp princesses. A fairy tale about courage and politeness, about magic and kindness. The fairy tale is written based on Russian folklore for children of school age.
876 7 min. 22 4
Tale about little penguin Khabar and little bear Zephyr
A small and kind author's fairy tale about little penguin and polar bear, about friendship and happy childhood. Fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age.
The story is suitable for reading at night.
1695 3 min. 41 4
How a lazy hare was healed of laziness
An instructive author's tale about a little hare Fat Man, his mother Hare, about a Hedgehog and a frog Frog for children of preschool and primary school age. The fairy tale will teach kids not to be lazy, to get up on time and do exercises, and not to be afraid of difficulties. The story is suitable for reading at night.
2918 8 min. 75 7
Visiting Baba Yaga, or the Magical Dream of the Boy Vasya
A new author's fairy tale about Baba Yaga, a magical forest and its unusual inhabitants, about the boy Vasya, who found himself in a hut on chicken legs. A fairy tale about kindness and courage, written based on Russian folklore for school children.
1610 7 min.
35 7
Alina and the microbe, or Hands must be washed
A small author's fairy tale-joke in verse about a little girl, about an insidious microbe and about grandparents who convinced their granddaughter to wash their hands. Fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age.
2623 2 minutes. 24 1
Kolya and the Bee
A small author's instructive tale in verse about the boy Kolya and the bee, about the fact that you don't need to offend insects and it is important to be able to ask for forgiveness. Fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age. Suitable for reading at night.
1525 2 minutes. 9 6
Fairy tale about paints
A small author's informative fairy tale about watercolors, which will help parents teach their kids to distinguish colors.
Paints argue which color is the most beautiful, but it turns out that all colors are good. Fairy tale for preschool children suitable for reading at night.
1810 2 minutes. 36 1
Where do naughty children go?
Author's instructive tale for schoolchildren about naughty children who ended up in a mysterious country. A fairy tale about the boy Petya, the monkey Kay and the wizard; about the fact that lying is not good and that it is important to obey your parents.
4789 18 min. 54 6
How forest friends saved a flower field from drought
A kind author's tale about a hedgehog, a dragonfly, a grasshopper and forest birds that wild flowers saved from drought. A fairy tale about a mighty wind and a lazy cloud, about friendship and responsiveness, about good deeds.
A fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age, suitable for reading at night.
1177 7 min. 38
How Leshak and Kimovna mastered new technologies
A modern tale about two girlfriends and how dangerous it is to be disobedient, and also about the fact that evil can put on a mask of goodness, and friendship and the desire to help relatives can defeat any evil spirits. And therefore, there is no need to be afraid of forest monsters such as goblin and kikimora, they can even be funny, but it is simply necessary to listen to your parents.
1134 12 min. 16 2
Stone Friendship
Author's instructive tale with pictures about fantastic animals and true friendship for children of primary school age. Readers will once again find themselves in the universe of Eclipse Island and get acquainted with the tailslaps.
The fairy tale will teach children to be friends and appreciate true friends.
1950 5 minutes. 49 2
Polina in the Land of Shadows
Author's fairy tale about the adventures of the girl Polina, cats and mice in the mysterious Land of Shadows for school children. A fairy tale in the fantasy style about how a daughter saves her dad, defeats an evil sorceress and finds her best friend - Cleopatra.
2379 33 min. 10 1
Adventures of an ant named Tishka
Author's instructive tale about how an ant got lost and hurried home, for children of preschool and primary school age. The fairy tale will teach the children to listen to their elders and be attentive, be able to deal with difficulties. Suitable for reading at night.
2821 7 min.
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Leshy's Lessons, or A Fairy Tale for Children and Their Parents
Unusual author's fairy tale-fantasy about Leshy and friends lost in the forest. A fairy tale for children of school age and for their parents. She will teach attentiveness, responsibility and make you think about what influenced the decision of the boys to stay in the forest after the lesson that the forester taught them.
1955 7 min. 28 12
How Bunny was looking for friends
A simple and kind author's fairy tale for kids about a hare who was looking for friends, about a hedgehog, about butterflies and birds, about rain, sun and wind. A fairy tale for preschool children about animals and their friendship is suitable for bedtime reading.
2820 7 min. 56 3
Psychotherapeutic fairy tales (fairy tale therapy⚕️) for children to read and listen to at night
Do unicorns have neighbors?
A therapeutic educational story about a unicorn who has a neighbor for preschool and primary school children.
A fairy tale about kindness and the ability to be friends with neighbors. The story is perfect for reading at night.
1057 3 min. 28 1
The Tale of Dad and the Important Deed, or How Kostya Overcame Sadness
The continuation of the tale from the psychologist about the boy Kostya, whose dad was mobilized. It will help explain the importance of the child's feelings, as well as tell him how to cope with his feelings and survive separation. It is suitable for all the kids who are sad and miss their dad.
922 3 min. 25 3
Tale of an Important Matter, or Why Dad Left
A therapeutic tale from a psychologist about the absence of a dad due to mobilization, which will help explain to a small child why there is no dad next to him. A fairy tale about a boy and a father who went to work for an Important Cause, but loves his son very much.
The fairy tale will help the child survive separation and explain to the child where the father is.
841 4 min. 16 1
Little ant, or If you want good from others, start with yourself
A therapeutic author's fairy tale about an ant and his friends from fairy tale therapist Galina Efimova is suitable for children of preschool and primary school age. The fairy tale will teach children to listen to their desires, express feelings and be grateful to their mentors and comrades.
6458 4 min. 108 7
The Shy Butterfly and Her New Friends
A therapeutic author's fairy tale about a little butterfly who considered herself ugly and was very afraid of making new friends. The tale of a teacher-psychologist Oksana Kurbak for preschool children will tell about friendship and help kids overcome shyness and self-doubt.
3552 5 minutes. 40 3
Small tractor - big deeds, or adventures of a little tractor
Author's video therapeutic fairy tale about a little tractor, about his big tractor friend and about good deeds. A fairy tale for children of preschool and primary school age will teach kids to be self-confident, explain that you can do good deeds regardless of age and experience. The story is suitable for reading at night.
9890 6 min. 120 9
How a nightingale re-educated a tiger cub
An instructive new author's tale about a naughty tiger cub, a nightingale and a mother tigress who tried to re-educate a baby, for preschool children. A fairy tale about friendship and courage, about the dangers of whims. Suitable for reading at night.
6244 6 min.
118 8
A brave swan and a musician friend
Author's therapeutic fairy tale about a swan and a musician, about friendship and kindness for children of preschool and primary school age. The fairy tale teaches to be brave and to believe in yourself. Suitable for reading at night.
3647 8 min. 88 4
How a little bumblebee started sleeping in kindergarten
Therapeutic author's fairy tale for preschool children about a little bumblebee Buzz and kindergarten. The fairy tale will help the child quickly get used to daytime sleep in kindergarten and is suitable for reading at night.
6033 3 min. 85 5 🔊
How a bunny treated teeth
A small therapeutic fairy tale for kids about how important it is to take care of teeth.
The hasty bunny didn't like brushing his teeth, and they got sick. How the Hedgehog and the wise Owl helped him - read about hygena in an instructive tale.
5872 2 minutes. 107 14
Watershock named Schepa
Friends, we continue to publish author's fairy tales about unusual animals with incredible abilities. You already know who the puffballs and the puffballs are. Now we will introduce you to a brave little water-cheek who saved the valley from drought and realized that cheating is very bad. Fairy tale for children 7-10 years old. Enjoy reading!
2252 7 min. 57
Chernysh
A therapeutic author's fairy tale about a little black kitten who proved to everyone that what matters is not how you look, but what you are and what you can do. Chernysh learned to skillfully catch mice and became the most needed cat in the village.
How - read in a fairy tale.
9107 5 minutes. 163 3
Unusual gift for capricious
A small therapeutic author's fairy tale for naughty little capricious about love and care. The teddy bear given to the girl came to life! How a whim could revive him is in our history.
5439 4 min. 103 4
Cowardly Kitten
A therapeutic fairy tale with a video about a kitten who was afraid of the dark, introduces young readers to the unusual word "empathy". The fairy tale will teach children to sort out their fears, share with their parents and accept help. Thanks to the mother cat, the kitten coped with his nightmares, and the kids can do it!
6978 3 min. 85 20
Friend Blooms
Author's fairy tale with pictures for children 7–10 years old.
One of a series of fairy tales about unusual animals with incredible abilities. She teaches children courage and resourcefulness. Children will understand how important it is to overcome difficulties and help those in need.
2398 7 min. 56 2
How Lyuba found love
Author's instructive tale for younger schoolchildren about a girl Lyuba who really wanted to know what love is and where to find it. About a wise mother who explained everything to her daughter. About a little kitten who found a new home.
3414 7 min. 70 2
Fluffy belly named Fo
Author's video fairy tale with pictures for children 7–10 years old. One of a series of fairy tales about unusual animals with incredible abilities. The fairy tale teaches children that if you help others, then they will definitely help you.
2400 7 min. 63 2
A fairy tale about a lazy princess
A therapeutic fairy tale for young lazy people about a princess who was very beautiful, but could not do anything herself. And one day she lost her beauty.
6273 6 min. 98 4
How a bear cub fell through the ice
An instructive therapeutic tale about a small, cheerful, but very naughty bear cub who decided to play a dangerous game on ice with his friends and this led him to this.
2767 5 minutes. 80 3
A fairy tale about Princess Vasilissa who overcame her fears
A therapeutic modern fairy tale about perseverance, the desire to win and determination that coexist together in a brave little princess going towards her dream.
3822 8 min. 62 9
Five winter secrets for the boy Sasha from the Snowman
Author's winter fairy tale about the boy Sasha, who did not like the cold and snow, but one magical adventure helped him to understand that it can be interesting and fun to be outside in winter too.
2815 9 min. 39 3
Elephant who was bullied at school
The author's therapeutic fairy tale about a little elephant named Al, who faced bullying at school. About wise parents who know what to do with bullying and who helped their son solve the problem.
3584 9 min. 66 9
A fairy tale about how the balloon almost burst from resentment
The author's therapeutic fairy tale for preschool children who are often offended.
An unusual adventure of a balloon, a bunny and an old Forester.
4869 8 min. 96 5
Hedgehog Snort
Author's therapeutic audio fairy tale for preschool children about a little hedgehog who was very afraid of the dark. But one day he had to face his fear.
4703 7 min. 52 5 🔊
The owner of the forest
A modern therapeutic fairy tale for preschool children about a naughty bear cub who was very lazy and did not want to help his father bear, the owner of the forest. But in a dangerous situation, he was able to prove himself from the best side.
4521 7 min. 77 6 🔊
Train of Dreams
Author's sleepy audio fairy tale to read before bed.
A modern-day story about a curious engine named Choo-choo, who went on a long but terribly interesting journey to the land of good dreams.
13573 7 min. 180 8 🔊
Fairy tale about magic toys
Modern therapeutic audio fairy tale about sleep, in which the boy Petya was presented with an unusual clown for his birthday.
5273 3 min. 50 16 🔊
Dreams of the Stars
A therapeutic sleep tale about a little girl who didn't want to go to bed. And the moon sent a magic star to help her.
4986 6 min. 67 3 🔊
Nikita in the opposite country
The bad boy Nikita really disliked going to school. But the wise director, who turned out to be a magician, performed a miracle, making a real excellent student out of a school bully.
Author's therapeutic audio fairy tale for children of primary school age who do not want to learn.
5615 6 min. 69 10 🔊
Magic Piano
Author's therapeutic fairy tale for preschool children, young music lovers and their parents. The fairy tale tells how the passionate desire of a three-year-old girl to learn how to play the piano came true miraculously. But numerous studies have proven that art has a positive effect on brain function
1771 11 min. 17 6
Shy Mouse
A therapeutic audio and video story for shy preschoolers to help them overcome their fear of making new friends. The fairy tale gives some advice to the guys on what to do in order to stop being afraid and start making friends. And the mouse will help us with this!
3047 7 min.
