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Stories for 3+ years old

These are stories three years old should understand, but everyone can enjoy. We base our age requirements on vocabulary, topics, and overall length. It surely does not mean the stories are not suitable for older children.

Salt & Pepper — Part 5

Readmio

Salt & Pepper — Part 5

8
 min
3
+
4.76

It was time for Pepper and Salt to return home from another distant world — but this time it was by plane rather than ship. However, a plane journey is also an adventure, especially when our heroes experience strong turbulence for the first time in their lives. How do they handle it? And will they finally return safely to the Horák’s apartment?

Stories for 3+ years old
The Magic Flies and the Lazy Spider

Lenka Kulichova

The Magic Flies and the Lazy Spider

8
 min
3
+
4.53

Mrs Spider doesn’t know what to do with her husband, Mr Spider, whose hobby is lying on the couch in front of the telly. However, a small group of little flies come to help her. With a clever trick, they end Mr Spider's laziness once and for all.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Real Princess

Marian Dyno Buric

The Real Princess

8
 min
3
+
4.57

Being a princess doesn’t mean just wearing beautiful dresses, sporting a crown, and constantly dancing. The story is about a schoolgirl named Connie who doesn’t like school at all. She knows in her heart that she’d rather be a princess. But one day she experiences something unusual at school.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Hungry Hoover

Lenka Kulichova

The Hungry Hoover

7
 min
3
+
4.62

The hoover from this fairy tale greedily gobbles up everything, not just dust and dirt. One day, in search of more to gobble up, he decides to leave the house - but soon pays for his greed. Luckily, a kind lawnmower helps him out in the end.

Stories for 3+ years old
Olly and Polly Visit a Shieling

Monika Cavojova

Olly and Polly Visit a Shieling

10
 min
3
+
4.77

When Olly and Polly, the twins, go to visit a shieling, they have no idea how many new things they’ll get to know: what happens at a traditional shieling, who are its inhabitants and many more things besides. The story introduces children to the traditional way of life and processing of sheep products.

Stories for 3+ years old
Sloth the Superhero

Lenka Kulichova

Sloth the Superhero

8
 min
3
+
4.33

Theodore the sloth, who spends the whole day lounging in the trees, longs for an adventure. However, when the magic fairy helps him become a superhero for a day, he finds that it is not as easy and fun as he first thought.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Imp

Marian Dyno Buric

The Imp

8
 min
3
+
4.73

Since an ugly imp has settled in the forest behind the village, the villagers have been avoiding him and blaming him for all the misfortunes that happen to the village. However, a young girl's unfortunate fall in the forest shows the imp's real, caring face, and the villagers finally admit their mistake and put aside all their prejudices.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Magical Merry-Go-Round

Marian Dyno Buric

The Magical Merry-Go-Round

19
 min
3
+
4.83

Even old things can still serve us. One just has to take good care of them. Each thing that serves to entertain children has a soul. It can even become alive. What are the figures on the merry-go-round talking about? What saddened them the most and how did their story end? You’ll find out when you read this heart-warming fairy tale.

Stories for 3+ years old
Tony the Tractor

Katarina Pirova

Tony the Tractor

8
 min
3
+
4.68

Neither a prince, nor a courageous knight is the hero of this story for the little ones, but in fact it is brave Tony the tractor. Tony always does his best to help all the inhabitants of the farm, so when he hears that an evil dragon has kidnapped the princess, he does not hesitate and decides to go to its cave to save her.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Motor Coach

Marian Dyno Buric

The Motor Coach

10
 min
3
+
4.83

It’s in our nature to replace old things with new things – things that are nicer and more modern. An old Motor Coach learned that the hard way. He couldn’t keep up with the demand of the modern times and was replaced with better, much faster high-speed trains. After long years of loyal service, the Motor Coach ended up in a cold, dark corner of a depot, like a useless old piece of rusty metal. Nowadays, it can only think back to those happy times when it used to take families with kids on their trips up to the mountains. Or could there still be someone who cares about the old train’s fate? You’ll find out in this story.

Stories for 3+ years old
Agatha and Margaret

Marian Dyno Buric

Agatha and Margaret

7
 min
3
+
4.58

This is a story about two sisters, Agatha and Margaret, who set out to discover the world around them. In this fairy tale for the youngest ones, the sisters set out on a walk to the meadow, where they discover some insects and animals with their mother.

Stories for 3+ years old
Why Polar Bears Have Short Tails

Scandinavian Legend

Why Polar Bears Have Short Tails

5
 min
3
+
4.54

This legend tells that long ago, polar bears had long and fluffy tails. A bear was very hungry and had nothing to eat, until his friend the fox told him how to fish in the cold. But he never managed to catch one fish - and even ended up without a tail. The story describes the harsh environment of Scandinavia, and it explains why greed doesn’t pay off.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Cocky Inflatable Crocodile

Katarina Gondova

The Cocky Inflatable Crocodile

4
 min
3
+
4.54

A tale about a green crocodile who isn’t just a blow-up toy, but also a puffed-up one, who spits poison with every word he says – so much so that all the other inflatable toys by the lake are afraid of him. But even a big scary crocodile can burst into tears at the sight of something as simple as a little pointed nail.

Stories for 3+ years old
The Sad Scooter

Jana Kasparova

The Sad Scooter

6
 min
3
+
4.76

The new pink scooter is the best gift Becky could have wished for, but as the time goes by, she uses it less and less, until it spends most time left in a corner. With the help of her mother, Becky learns an important lesson: things we don’t use anymore can make other people happy and become useful once again.

Stories for 3+ years old
How the Egg Didn’t Go on a Trip

Katarina Gondova

How the Egg Didn’t Go on a Trip

8
 min
3
+
4.5

There is an egg in the fridge that likes to listen to fairy tales about adventures. But why should adventures only take place in fairy tales? The egg in this story decides it would like to do something exciting as well. One day, it ventures out of the fridge and into the world...

Stories for 3+ years old
Seven Little Goats, Dwarves and a Wolf

Katarina Gondova

Seven Little Goats, Dwarves and a Wolf

10
 min
3
+
4.64

When Mr Grey Wolf lands a job at the FairyWorks, everything seems to go smoothly at first. However, Mr Grey Wolf is completely new to the job. First, he can’t find the house of the seven little goats. Then he nearly makes a mess of some of the other fairy tales! How in the world will this all turn out?

Stories for 3+ years old
The Night Butterfly

Tereza Sebesta

The Night Butterfly

4
 min
3
+
3.8

Is it time to go to bed? This time, make the moments before bed more pleasant with a short bedtime story about a night moth. At the same time, as you relax and prepare for sleep, learn more about these interesting insects.

Stories for 3+ years old
A Story from the Underpass

Tereza Sebesta

A Story from the Underpass

7
 min
3
+
4.69

When the Orbweavers, a family of spiders, return from holidays, they find their home has been swept out with a broom. They decide to try and convince people to stop destroying their homes – spiders are useful to people after all! But how can they make their point if no human understands the spider language?

Stories for 3+ years old

Frequently asked questions

What types of stories are suitable for 3-year-olds?

For 3-year-olds, stories that are short, engaging, and easy to understand are ideal. Themes might include friendly animals, family interactions, or playful adventures. The language used is straightforward and age-appropriate, making it easy for young children to follow along and enjoy the story.

How can parents choose the best stories for their 3-year-olds?

Parents can choose the best stories for their 3-year-olds by considering the following:

  • Look for stories with themes that match the child’s developmental stage.
  • Choose shorter stories with simple plots that are easy for young children to follow and understand.
  • Consider the child’s interests, such as animals, adventures, or family dynamics, to find stories that will be particularly engaging for them.Readmio offers a variety of stories that cater to these considerations, helping parents select the best content for their young children.

What themes are commonly explored in stories for 3-year-olds on Readmio?

On Readmio, stories for 3-year-olds commonly explore themes such as:

  • Friendship and Cooperation: Stories that illustrate the value of getting along with others and working together.
  • Family and Everyday Life: Tales that revolve around family interactions, daily routines, and familiar environments.

How long are usually the stories in this category?

Stories for 3-year-olds on Readmio are typically short, ranging from 3 to 10 minutes in length. This duration is ideal for young children, as it fits within their shorter attention spans and allows for a complete and satisfying story experience without becoming overwhelming.