The Story of Sinbad the Sailor – Arabian Nights (Original Version) In the vibrant city of Baghdad, during the rule of the Abbasid Caliphate, there lived a prosperous merchant named Sinbad the Sailor. Known for his adventurous spirit and love of the sea, Sinbad’s life was filled with incredible voyages and daring exploits. The First…
Play this story The Legend of the Taniwha – New Zealand (Original Version) In the lush and verdant land of Aotearoa, where the rivers run clear and the mountains touch the sky, the Māori people have long shared tales of the Taniwha. These legendary creatures are said to dwell in the depths of rivers, lakes,…
The Legend of Maui: The Demigod Who Slowed the Sun – Polynesia (Original Version) In the vast and beautiful islands of Polynesia, where the ocean meets the sky in endless horizons, lived a demigod named Maui. Born to a human mother and a god, Maui possessed extraordinary powers and was known for his mischievous spirit…
Paul Bunyan – United States (Original Version) In the vast, untamed wilderness of North America, where towering pines stretched as far as the eye could see, there emerged a legend of a giant lumberjack named Paul Bunyan. It is said that Paul was so large that when he was born, it took five storks to…
Beowulf – Scandinavia – (Condensed Version) In the ancient times of Scandinavia, where icy winds swept across the rugged lands, there was a great hall called Heorot. It belonged to King Hrothgar of the Danes, a wise and generous ruler who brought prosperity to his people. Yet, Heorot was plagued by a terrible monster named…
The Little Humpbacked Horse – Russia (Original Version) Once upon a time in a distant Russian village, there lived a humble peasant with his three sons. The youngest son, Ivan, was often teased by his brothers for being simple-minded, but he had a kind heart and a gentle spirit. One evening, their father sent the…
The Firebird – Russia (Original Version) Once upon a time, in a faraway kingdom in Russia, there lived a mighty Tsar named Ivan. He had three sons, the youngest of whom was named Prince Ivan. The Tsar’s greatest treasure was his magnificent orchard, filled with trees bearing golden apples. One morning, the Tsar awoke to…
The Enigma of the Empty Bird Feeder (Original Version) In the quaint village of Greenfield, residents took great pride in their beautiful gardens. Among them was Mrs. Willow, an avid bird watcher who had a magnificent bird feeder in her backyard. Birds of all kinds gathered there, filling the mornings with cheerful chirping and vibrant…
Peter Pan was a mischievous boy who refused to grow up. He lived in Neverland, a magical island where children ruled and the lost boys roamed. Peter had the special ability to fly, and often visited the real world to listen to bedtime stories.
