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.

The Golden Craft

The Golden Craft

8
 min
5
+
4.72

An old folk tale, the lessons of which are valid to this day. While the royal family is sailing, a strong wind rises and their ship sails far away to an unknown land. There no one knows who they are. To survive, they have to learn how to herd sheep. The king quickly realises: if he had mastered a craft, they wouldn’t have ended up this way.

The Story of Chrysanthemum

The Story of Chrysanthemum

8
 min
5
+
4.72

This Japanese story explains why the chrysanthemum – a hugely adored flower of the Orient – has so many petals. It is thanks to a mother who saved her sick child with her wit.

The Donkey, the Table and the Stick

The Donkey, the Table and the Stick

15
 min
5
+
4.72

This English fairy tale is about a boy named Jack who sets out to roam the world. He gets many magical gifts for his hard work, but the greedy innkeeper always robs him of everything. Will Jack manage to punish the greedy man in the end?

Miss Mole’s Husband

Miss Mole’s Husband

10
 min
5
+
4.72

The tale of a mole searching far and wide for the world’s most worthy husband for his daughter. His new son-in-law surprises not only the mole, but it will surprise you as well!

Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

Cristiano’s First Tears of Joy

6
 min
5
+
4.72

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.

Johnny and the Talking Musical Notes

Johnny and the Talking Musical Notes

8
 min
5
+
4.72

Johnny is a talented pianist and likes to play, but when he has to play at a concert in front of a lot of people for the first time, he suddenly learns a completely new feeling: anxiety. In order for Johnny to deal with it, someone quite unexpected comes to his aid...

The River

The River

7
 min
3
+
4.72

Meet a friendly river, listen to its story and join it on its journey through the countryside. This peaceful story is a perfect bedtime read that teaches children about nature’s water cycles.

CRace and the CRicket

CRace and the CRicket

7
 min
5
+
4.72

You read it right, this fairy tale is really about a little girl named Crace. She is unhappy about her strange name, which everyone always gets mixed up. That's why little Crace starts to choose only the things that start with CR: crayons, crepes or crocheting. Until one day she gets a little cricket...

Roamer’s First Christmas

Roamer’s First Christmas

10
 min
3
+
4.72

Roamer, a young cat, gradually gets to know his surroundings. Scoot, a black dog, accompanies him along the way. In this story, Roamer is going to see a decorated winter village for the very first time! He will find out what Christmas is all about, witnessing gestures of kindness and generosity and learning their meaning.

A Little Night Meeting with Mozart

A Little Night Meeting with Mozart

9
 min
5
+
4.72

Matthew is learning to play the piano, but he’s annoyed that his playing is not going as well as he had hoped. However, everything changes when one night he meets the piano genius himself — Mozart. He learns more about Mozart’s life and discovers that even this famous composer and musician was just a person of flesh and blood who experienced ups and downs, just like himself.

The Serpent of Warsaw

The Serpent of Warsaw

8
 min
5
+
4.71

This Polish legend takes you to Warsaw. In ancient times, the city was said to be stalked by a terrible monster that no one knew how to overcome. But a young tailor comes up with the clever idea of using an unusual weapon against the creature — let’s find out together what it was!

Sleeping Beauty

Sleeping Beauty

12
 min
5
+
4.71

A classic tale from Charles Perrault’s collections about a beautiful princess who falls asleep for a hundred years on the day of her fifteenth birthday. After a long time, rumours about the cursed kingdom, in which everything has fallen into eternal sleep, reach a young prince. He sets his mind to freeing the sleeping princess and saving the whole kingdom.

The Man with the Coconuts

The Man with the Coconuts

8
 min
5
+
4.71

This fairy tale from the Philippines tells of a man who goes to pick coconuts. However, expecting good earnings, he does not listen to the well-meaning advice of the neighbor, and even this simple task greatly complicates itself in the end.

The Little Birdie

The Little Birdie

9
 min
5
+
4.71

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

Pinocchio

Pinocchio

19
 min
5
+
4.71

A world famous tale teaches us that lying doesn’t pay off. When a lone woodworker carves out a wooden puppet just for pleasure, it suddenly comes to life. The extraordinary puppet becomes a restless and adventurous boy called Pinocchio. But when he lies, his little nose starts growing.

Justine the Octopus

Justine the Octopus

8
 min
5
+
4.71

It would be to have more hands, wouldn’t it? However, Justine the octopus doesn't think so at all. She has exactly eight tentacles, but she is always so clumsy with them. She doesn't even know how to fit into the groups of other underwater friends. But then she suddenly finds out that she's really good at something else. What is it? You'll find out in this fairy tale from the sea.

High Water

High Water

9
 min
5
+
4.71

A big disaster unexpectedly strikes in the forest: a heavy rain washes away a rabbit burrow - and a family of rabbits finds itself homeless. The other animals are in shock and don't know what to do. But the quick-witted fox explains that everyone can do their bit to help the unfortunate rabbits.

A Zebra Named Apolla

A Zebra Named Apolla

6
 min
3
+
4.71

All zebras, together with little Apolla, must leave their native region. In her new environment, Apolla is insecure and cannot fit in among the animals, which look quite different. However, the mother zebra makes sure that the newcomers - the zebras - show their warmth and hospitality. Eventually, they find out that they have a lot in common.

Questions about

Stories for 5+ years old

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.