A Bedtime Story for Kids about “The Girl Who Could Talk to Animals” As the day comes to a close and young eyelids grow heavy, there is no better way to usher in a night of restful slumber than with a comforting bedtime story. Between these pages, you’ll find a treasury of tales specifically crafted to delight and soothe restless little minds before sleep. From enchanted forests filled with playful fairies to fantastical journeys across the cosmos, these stories will carry your child’s imagination to wondrous new realms as they prepare to dream. With characters to love like brave princesses, silly dragons, and magical talking animals, as well as important lessons about friendship, acceptance, and growth, each whimsical tale provides the perfect mix of entertainment and heart. So come along as we explore lands near and far, always returning back home to drift gently off to sleep. Turn the page to begin our adventures, but be warned: delightful dreams await those who join us on these imaginative journeys just before bedtime!
10 Tips for Reading Online Stories to Children
- Preview stories before you read and choose age-appropriate tales that match kids’ interests. Look for engaging characters, plots that build curiosity, and vibrant illustrations.
- For young readers, pick stories with rhyme, repetition, and opportunities to predict what happens next. These qualities all support early literacy skills.
- Download stories in advance so you can read smoothly without WiFi glitches. Save them in a dedicated kid story folder for quick access.
- Project stories on the largest screen available and zoom in on illustrations so children can see details. Laptops, tablets, and smart boards all work well.
- Change character voices and use props to act out dialogue. Ham it up just like you would with print books! Costumes and puppets also bring stories to life.
- Occasionally pause to ask questions about what’s happening and why. Speculate on what will happen next. This builds critical thinking skills.
- Define new words using kid-friendly comparisons like “iridescent means shiny like a butterfly wing.” Making connections cements new vocabulary.
- Establish free time afterward to discuss stories. Conversational recall promotes comprehension and bonds with you.
- For wiggly kids, read while swinging or pacing to discharge excess energy. Singing songs also resets attention spans.
- Most importantly, share your delight! Laugh, gasp, and empathize together. Your modeling teaches kids to engage deeply with stories.
“The Girl Who Could Talk to Animals”
Nina was doodling in her notebook during class
when she heard a voice say “Your drawings are so pretty!”
Nina looked around the room confused.
“Down here on your desk!” said the voice again.
Nina stared in astonishment at a tiny ant crawling next to her notebook.
“Did you just talk?” Nina asked the ant.
“Sure did!” replied the ant.
“And your drawings really are amazing. Much more fun to look at than this boring desk.”
Nina could hardly believe it – she could understand animals!
She spent the rest of the day in excited conversation with classroom pets and critters outside.
That night Nina lay awake too thrilled to sleep.
She decided to sneak out and test her new power more.
In the park,
Nina listened with fascination as dogs discussed digging holes and frogs talked of jumping contests.
She even held lively debates with owls on the best types of nighttime creatures.
Over the next few weeks,
news spread in the animal world of the kind girl who could talk to creatures big and small.
Squirrels and sparrows would greet Nina cheerfully on her way to school.
Stray cats in the alley sought her help finding food.
She created treasure hunts for bored pet store hamsters.
One morning the neighborhood dogs surrounded Nina urgently.
They explained the children’s playground was being bulldozed by greedy developers to build some shops.
“We must save it so kids have space to play!” the dogs begged.
Nina agreed to help.
That weekend,
Nina organized hundreds of animals in nonviolent protest of the demolition.
Birds dropped seeds on the developers’ heads with “Save Our Playground” messages.
Cats hid in trees swatting hats off businessmen.
Loyal dogs refused construction demands, forcing builders to halt the wrecking balls.
Soon a park preservation petition Nina and the animals circulated went viral online.
Hundreds of families rallied to protect the playground.
City officials ultimately halted the shopping plaza plans.
Nina’s new animal friends couldn’t stop wagging their tails in joy at their park victory party!
From then on,
Nina split her time between human and animal friends alike.
She became famous as the compassionate girl who spoke up for animals’ needs when no one else could understand them.
Because to Nina,
all creatures shared the same desires for a safe, happy place in this world.
-The End-
Read our other stories: here . . .
