KIDS STORIES

Tenali Raman was a famous poet and jester in the court of King Krishnadevaraya of the Vijayanagara Empire, which existed in South India. Born into a poor Brahmin family in a small village in Andhra Pradesh around 480 years ago, Tenali Raman lost his father at a young age. He and his mother then lived under the care of his maternal uncle in the village of Tenali. Although he was sent to school, he had no interest in formal education. However, he developed a talent for witty speech from a young age, earning the title of "Vikatakavi" (jester poet) later in life. He received the divine grace of Goddess Kali and became renowned for his wit and humor. Tenali Raman served as a court poet and jester in the Vijayanagara Empire, where he entertained King Krishnadevaraya and his subjects with his cleverness and humor. The king frequently rewarded him with gifts for his amusing and intelligent performances. Tenali Raman's life events have been retold in many stories that continue to

In a certain town, there lived a young boy who was very devoted to God and had a good heart. His mother raised him with good moral stories and had a strong desire for him to grow up to be a good and successful person, despite any hardships she faced. To ensure that he didn't fall into bad habits or bad company, she was very cautious and careful in raising him. As he grew older, he realized he needed to get a job to support his mother. He was compelled to go to another town for work. Though he was sad to leave his mother, he was determined to work hard and take care of her. His mother made all the necessary arrangements for his journey with great care. On the day he was to leave, she told him, "Son, no matter what happens, always speak the truth. Wherever you go and whomever you meet, always tell the truth. Do not forget this!" In those days, people traveled by foot as there were no transportation facilities. So, the young man began his journey with a group of travelers. O

A prince who is lazy due to royal life. Is this a change? Once upon a time, in the grand kingdom of Valoria, there was a prince named Aidan. Born to King Edmund and Queen Isabella, Aidan was showered with every luxury imaginable. From the finest silks to the most exquisite feasts, his life was a tapestry of opulence. He was doted upon by everyone in the palace, and his every whim was catered to without question. As Aidan grew older, he became accustomed to this life of ease and privilege. His days were spent in leisurely pursuits, enjoying the best that royal life had to offer. He never had to lift a finger, and responsibilities seemed like distant concepts meant for others. However, as the years passed, Aidan began to notice a subtle but undeniable change in the atmosphere of the palace. The once adoring glances from courtiers turned into indifferent stares, and cheerful conversations were replaced by hushed whispers behind his back. The palace, which had always felt like a warm embra

  In a small, enchanted forest, there lived a flock of extraordinary birds. These weren't ordinary birds; they could talk like humans. The forest had a magical aura, hidden from the eyes of those who didn't believe in magic.One bright morning, a young girl named Lily wandered into the forest. She had heard tales of the talking birds from her grandmother, but she always thought they were just bedtime stories. As she walked deeper into the forest, she heard a melodious voice. To her astonishment, a bluebird perched on a branch above her spoke, "Good morning, young lady. What brings you here?"Lily, wide-eyed and curious, replied, "I came to see if the stories my grandmother told me were true. "The bluebird, named Azure, smiled. "Indeed, they are true. We are the guardians of this forest, keeping its magic alive. Each of us holds a piece of ancient wisdom."Intrigued, Lily spent the day conversing with the birds. There was Ruby, the red robin who knew t

Once upon a time, there was a slave who was badly treated by his master. Having been through a lot, the slave decided to run and escaped to the forest. There, he met a lion who couldn’t walk as he had a thorn stuck in its paw. Seeing this, even though the slave was scared. He decided to help, gathered courage and took out the thorn from the lion’s paw. When the thorn was out from the lion’s paw, he ran into the forest. He didn’t harm the slave. After some time, the master found the slave in the forest, along with some other animals. The master ordered to throw the slave into the lion’s den. Seeing the lion, the slave recognised him instantly as it was the same lion he had helped in the forest. The lion didn’t harm him and let the slave escape. Once he escaped, he freed the other animals as well.

In a dense forest, there lived a clever crow. It was a hot summer day, and the sun was blazing fiercely. The crow felt extremely thirsty as it flew from tree to tree in search of water. Despite its efforts, the crow couldn’t find a single drop of water. Its throat was dry, and it felt exhausted from the scorching heat.Determined to quench its thirst, the crow continued its search. Finally, it spotted a water jug near a house in a village at the edge of the forest.  The crow's spirits lifted as it flew swiftly towards the jug. However, upon reaching it, the crow discovered that the jug was only half full. The water level was too low for its beak to reach.The crow was disheartened but refused to give up. It thought of various ways to get the water out of the jug. It tried tilting the jug, but it was too heavy for the crow to move. It tried to push the jug over with its beak, but the jug was sturdy and wouldn't budge. The crow then noticed some small pebbles scattered around the j

On a remote farm nestled in the rolling hills, a peculiar event was unfolding. The farm’s old hen, Matilda, had laid an egg unlike any other. This egg was larger, with a smooth, pearly sheen that shimmered in the sunlight.  Farmer Joe, a man known for his skepticism and practicality, stood baffled by the sight of it.Joe's daughter, Lily, was the first to notice the egg's peculiarity. She had a knack for seeing magic where others saw mundane. Her eyes widened as she held the warm egg in her hands. "Papa, this egg is special," she whispered, her voice filled with wonder.Joe chuckled, dismissing her excitement as mere childlike fantasy. But Lily was undeterred. That night, she made a promise to the egg, cradling it in her hands. "I promise to protect you," she vowed, her voice soft and earnest.Days turned into weeks, and the egg remained unchanged, nestled safely in Lily's makeshift incubator.  Joe watched his daughter’s dedication with growing curiosity. H