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Stories for 5+ years old

These stories should be understandable for five years olds. However, we believe they can be fun at any age above that as well. The age requirements are based on vocabulary, topics, and overall story length.

Phaethon

Greek Fable

Phaethon

6
 min
5
+
4.5

Don’t overestimate your abilities. When young Phaethon goes to see his father, the sun god, he persuades him to lend him his solar chariot. How does Phaethon’s ride end?

Stories for 5+ years old
The Rat Boy

Lenka Kulichova

The Rat Boy

11
 min
5
+
4.69

This is a story about a boy named Timmy, who treats everyone nastily and rudely. However, he eventually crosses the path of an elf who punishes him for his bad behavior with a magical transformation - such that neither Timmy nor his own mother recognise him.

Stories for 5+ years old
Jack and the Beanstalk

Joseph Jacobs

Jack and the Beanstalk

12
 min
5
+
4.73

Life is tough for an impoverished widow and her son… In order to survive the winter, the boy must sell their only cow. But instead, he trades her for a handful of magic beans. Little does he know that a single bean would grow into an enormous beanstalk overnight! The boy climbs it high up into the sky, where he defeats a fearsome giant and gathers many treasures.

Stories for 5+ years old
Mount Trap

Marian Dyno Buric

Mount Trap

13
 min
5
+
4.9

This is a story of the cursed Mount Trap, which for years has lured people inside with the promise of enormous wealth, only to trap them forever deep inside. However, everything changes when a modest traveller appears there. He seeks not wealth, but a different thing entirely.

Stories for 5+ years old
The Heart that Wanted to Jump for Joy

Marian Dyno Buric

The Heart that Wanted to Jump for Joy

13
 min
5
+
4.89

Sincere friendship is important at any age. An old man, who lives alone, finds that he doesn’t enjoy anything anymore. Even playing his favourite guitar. But in the end, someone fatefully appears in his life who cheers his heart up again. Although he resists at the beginning, we learn that no one truly wants to be alone.

Stories for 5+ years old
The Little Birdie

Marian Dyno Buric

The Little Birdie

9
 min
5
+
4.86

Envy can separate even the best of friends. The story is about two neighbors who always help each other, until envy separates them. When a beautifully singing bird nestles on an apple tree that has grown in one of their gardens, the other neighbor begins to envy him, and they start quarreling

Stories for 5+ years old
Bestie

Marian Dyno Buric

Bestie

11
 min
5
+
5.0

“Don’t be so childish!” Vivi’s classmates push her away when she wants them to play a new game she invented. Unfortunately, in the age of mobile phones and tablets, there is somehow no room for your own imagination or classic children's games. However, thanks to a happy coincidence, Vivi found a friend. Not only the one she dreamed of, but a true one. We easily buy many things for money, but real values cannot be bought.

Stories for 5+ years old
Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

Readmio

Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

6
 min
5
+
4.79

Cristiano is a little boy who has just joined his first football club. But his teammates aren’t very welcoming and he becomes upset. He only has one friend he can talk to about his feelings and he discovers it’s okay to cry sometimes. The encouragement pushes him to become a better player. The story contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Stories for 5+ years old
Cristiano and a Mysterious Voice

Readmio

Cristiano and a Mysterious Voice

7
 min
5
+
4.5

Cristiano is a poor little boy, but he has a dream: he wants to be the best football player ever. He practices as much as he can, with whatever he can. He even makes his own ball! Then one day, he hears a mysterious voice coaching him… Read the first story about Cristiano for free. It contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Stories for 5+ years old
Cristiano and a Lesson on Humility

Readmio

Cristiano and a Lesson on Humility

11
 min
5
+
4.73

Cristiano is determined to become the best football player in the world and he tirelessly trains to achieve his goal. He finds school boring, so he tries to avoid it as best he can. His playing skills are constantly improving, but with dexterity, his pride starts to rise. What will his friend Voz have to say about it? The story contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Stories for 5+ years old
The Adventure of the Bicycle’s Great-Grandfather

Katarina Gondova

The Adventure of the Bicycle’s Great-Grandfather

10
 min
5
+
4.74

When the most modern bicycle meets its old-fashioned colleague in a museum, hostility immediately sparks between them. How can a bicycle that is more than a century old be compared to the new one? But then they meet someone who opens their eyes and shows that there are more important things in life beyond just racing and comparison.

Stories for 5+ years old
Meeting Mindful Miguel

Alister Gray

Meeting Mindful Miguel

7
 min
5
+
None

Let's meet Mindful Miguel, a little Mexican monster who will help your kids calm down and practice mindfulness. Let's explore his Mexican home together and try some helpful breathing exercises along the way.

Stories for 5+ years old
The Angry Bus

Marian Dyno Buric

The Angry Bus

9
 min
5
+
4.63

An old bus and its trusty driver have been driving their route together for many years. Every morning, they help to get all the impatient, in-a-hurry people to work. They’d been through a lot together and nothing could easily ruffle their feathers. But one day, something awful happened and it crossed just about every line and the bus reacted. What did he do?

Stories for 5+ years old
Cristiano's Life Decision

Readmio

Cristiano's Life Decision

9
 min
5
+
4.77

Young Cristiano’s life revolves around football. He works really hard so he can become the best player of all time. But what happens when he has to face a decision that may stop his career for good? He also finds out that life sometimes brings us surprises that we can’t change in any way. This story was written by Mel Candea. It contains true facts from the life of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Stories for 5+ years old
Khabar and the Scorpion

Katarina Gondova

Khabar and the Scorpion

10
 min
5
+
4.77

This story will take you to the hot Sahara Desert, and you’ll meet an experienced merchant travelling its sands. On the back of his dromedary, he carries a precious cargo that saves people’s lives. But what if our merchant were to succumb to greed?

Stories for 5+ years old
Baba Yaga Next Door

Tereza Sebesta

Baba Yaga Next Door

13
 min
5
+
4.75

Andy spends all day, every day, reading. He likes tales of mystery and magic. In fact, he has been so engrossed in his book that he hasn’t noticed one of his neighbours is actually a witch…

Stories for 5+ years old
A Mystery in Ronnie’s Room

Katarina Gondova

A Mystery in Ronnie’s Room

9
 min
5
+
4.66

Ronnie is very forgetful. So it’s no surprise that when she is given some pot plants, it totally slips her mind that she needs to water them. Until, that is, strange things start happening in her bedroom…

Stories for 5+ years old
The Ballerina

Tereza Sebesta

The Ballerina

7
 min
5
+
4.8

Adel fell in love with ballet and longed for getting the role of Sleeping Beauty in an upcoming ballet performance. For that, she would have to do a flawless pirouette, but unfortunately, Adel couldn’t do it at all. However, that is when an unexpected helper appears...

Stories for 5+ years old

Frequently asked questions

What types of stories are suitable for 5-year-olds?

For 5-year-olds, Readmio offers stories that are engaging, imaginative, and appropriate for their developmental stage. Suitable stories include tales of exciting journeys and discoveries that spark curiosity and imagination, but also stories featuring animals. Kids at this age tend to like stories that highlight the importance of making friends, working and playing together.

What are some signs that my child is ready for more complex stories?

Recognizing when your child is ready for more complex stories involves observing their developmental milestones and interests. Usually your child can already listen to and engage  with longer stories or follow a narrative without losing interest. If your child is using a more advanced vocabulary and can understand and use new words, they might be prepared for stories that introduce new and more challenging language. Once your child shows interest in a wider range of topics or asks questions about various subjects, they may benefit from stories that explore new and more sophisticated concepts. At Readmio, you can find a variety of stories that cater to different levels of complexity. If you notice these signs, exploring stories from Category for 5-year olds.

What themes are commonly explored in stories for 5-year-olds on Readmio?

On Readmio, stories for 5-year-olds commonly explore themes such as:

  • Friendship and Kindness: Stories that focus on building relationships, being considerate, and helping others.
  • Imagination and Creativity: Tales that encourage imaginative play and creative thinking.
  • Problem-Solving and Resilience: Stories that present simple challenges and how characters overcome them with determination and cleverness.

How long are usually the stories in this category?

Stories for 5-year-olds on Readmio are typically around 10 to 15 minutes long. This duration is ideal for maintaining the attention span of young children, providing enough time for a complete narrative without being overwhelming. The length allows for engaging stories that fit well into bedtime routines or short reading sessions throughout the day.