Various Fairy Tales
Fairy tales from the world over including some of the famous English stories such as, Dicking Whittington, Jack and the Beanstalk, and The Three Little Pigs. Also some very sweet stories from Japan.
Astropup and the Best Hotdog in the Universe
Food is running low on board the spaceship carrying our heroes. The parrot takes them in search of the best hotdog in the Universe. The post Astropup and the Best Hotdog in the Universe appeared first on Storynory.
The Ugly Boatman
A story from Vietnam about a fisherman who plays a bamboo flute - if only his face was as beautiful as his music ! The post The Ugly Boatman appeared first on Storynory.
My Shadow
A short and sweet poem about a shadow that follows a child around all day - but who likes to stay in bed before the sun is up. By ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON The post My Shadow appeared first on Storynory.
Wicked Uncle and the Smuggled Cat
Uncle Jeff and the family spend the summer on a Greek Island where they adopt a hungry cat - but what to do with this rare friend when it is time to head home?The post Wicked Uncle and the Smuggled Cat appeared first on Storynory.
Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star – Song
The famous song by Mozart is sung by Jana Elizabeth for Storynory in this cheerful and upbeat version. The post Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star – Song appeared first on Storynory.
Princess Golden
A French fairytale in which a king sends a messenger to woo a princess on his behalf. Avenant (the messenger) is helped on the way by a carp, an owl and a crow. The post Princess Golden appeared first on Storynory.
London Bridge – Song
A traditional song wiith lots of added funkiness. The post London Bridge – Song appeared first on Storynory.
Birdy and the Boy
A boy makes friends with a talking bird who has many secrets.The post Birdy and the Boy appeared first on Storynory.
Birdy’s History
Jake has befriended a crow that he calls Birdy. Birdy tells Jake about some history which he has seen for himself in his very long life. The post Birdy’s History appeared first on Storynory.
Birdy and the lost key
Dad probably does not believe that Birdy can talk - after all he is just a crow - and yet he does seem rather clever and useful.The post Birdy and the lost key appeared first on Storynory.
Halloween at the castle
An Irish tale for Halloween sometimes known as Jamie Freel and the Young Lady. This story is both spooky and sweet - but perhaps not for small children as there is quite sad and heavy passage towards the end - before the happy ending. The post Halloween at the castle…
Witches Fly Song for Halloween
Tap your feet to this spook and silly song for Halloween The post Witches Fly Song for Halloween appeared first on Storynory.
The Oak and the Reed
Aesop's fable of the mighty oak and the slender reed is told in verse. Read the full text of The Oak and the Reed and see our illustration on Storynory.
Katie and the Stray Dog
Katie helps an injured dog and invites him to stay in the house - but her magical and mischievous cat, Solomon, is not happy about her decision - and makes life difficult for the poor mutt ! Read the full text of Katie and the Stray Dog and see our…
Jana’s Studio : Interview with Bertie
A special Interview by Storynory's editor, Jana Elizabeth, with Bertie, the writer of our stories. They talk about our new Herodotus series and what else is coming up on Storynory. Read the full text of Jana’s Studio : Interview with Bertie and see our illustration on Storynory.
01: Uncle Christmas
Uncle Christmas is the younger brother of Father Christmas, otherwise known as Santa. He rides a motor trike, plays the guitar, and lives near Venice Beach. His life is seems perfect - but there is one thing missing. He wants to help his older brother deliver the presents. Read the…
2, Uncle Christmas – The Christmas Hideaway
Father Christmas is on holiday in California. His motor-triking, guitar-loving younger brother, sneaks oover to Scandinavia to see how the toy business works. Read the full text of 2, Uncle Christmas – The Christmas Hideaway and see our illustration on Storynory.
3, Uncle Christmas – the Great Christmas Race
Uncle Christmas races his brother, Father Christmas, to see who will deliver the presents this year.Read the full text of 3, Uncle Christmas – the Great Christmas Race and see our illustration on Storynory.
Jim’s Tree Hut – A Competition Winner
The first of four winners from our Christmas Writing Competition - Jim is a monkey who lives in New Zealand - he has a very special idea for how to spend Christmas with his friends. Read the full text of Jim’s Tree Hut – A Competition Winner and see our…
The Prehistoric Christmas Present – Competition Winner
Way back in time, a boy receives a pet as a present - but his mother says he can't keep it because it will grow, and grow and grow - one of the winners in our "best and worst" present competition .Read the full text of The Prehistoric Christmas Present…