Quick Classics For Kids

Short Read Aloud Stories For Kids

Quick Classics for Kids, a kids' podcast, showcases short, timeless classic children's stories and poems read aloud. Make bedtime stories fun! Each season, we share a bite-sized read-aloud of beloved classics, from Lewis Carroll’s whimsical Jabberwocky to Aesop’s fables, Beatrix Potter’s animal tales, and holiday favorites like The Night Before Christmas. Designed for kids, parents, and teachers, these episodes are ideal bedtime stories for kids, classroom listening, family-friendly car rides, or anytime you want to spark imagination. With a mix of fairy tales, poems, and fables, Quick Classics for Kids helps introduce children to the magic of classic literature in just a few minutes.  Perfect for ages 4+, this podcast makes reading fun, educational, and easy to enjoy together. Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support

  1. The Night Before Christmas: Classic Holiday Poem Read Aloud

    04/12/2025

    The Night Before Christmas: Classic Holiday Poem Read Aloud

    In this special holiday episode, we share “The Night Before Christmas” by Clement Clarke Moore, one of the most beloved holiday favorites of all time. First published in 1823, this festive poem captures the wonder of Christmas Eve, from the quiet anticipation before St. Nicholas arrives to the jingling sleigh that soars off into the snowy night. Perfect for family storytime, bedtime stories for kids, or cozy holiday evenings by the tree, this episode brings the rhythm and magic of the season straight to your home. Whether it’s your first time hearing it or a cherished yearly tradition, this classic poem for kids is sure to fill hearts with joy, laughter, and Christmas spirit. 🌟 Thanks for listening to Quick Classics for Kids! 🌟 Each season of Quick Classics for Kids from Newman Media features bite-sized storytelling for kids, including favorites from Lewis Carroll, Aesop’s fables, and Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. These family-friendly episodes are perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime you want to spark imagination and rediscover the joy of literature for kids. Ideal for ages 4 and up, these engaging episodes serve as enchanting bedtime stories for kids, enriching family storytime, or making educational listening during car rides. Dive into the magic of storytelling for kids and rediscover the joy of classic literature together in just a few minutes! Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support Credits: 🚀Production: Newman Media

    5 min
  2. 06/11/2025

    Tall Tales from the Wild West: Slue-Foot Sue and Pecos Bill

    In this episode, we travel to the Wild West for a larger-than-life American folk tale: “Slue-Foot Sue and Pecos Bill", based on a story originally by Edward S. O'Reilly. Pecos Bill is the toughest cowboy who ever lived. He could lasso a tornado, ride a mountain lion, and wrestle a rattlesnake. But even he meets his match when he falls in love with the bold and beautiful Slue-Foot Sue, ("Slue-Foot" means: feet point outward), who dreams of riding his wild horse, Widow-Maker. What happens next is one of the funniest and most unforgettable classic fables from American folklore! Perfect for family storytime, bedtime stories for kids, or educational listening during car rides, this story celebrates adventure, imagination, and humor, the heart of every tall tale. 🌟 Thanks for listening to Quick Classics for Kids! 🌟 Each season of Quick Classics for Kids from Newman Media features bite-sized storytelling for kids, including favorites from Lewis Carroll, Aesop’s fables, and Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. These family-friendly episodes are perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime you want to spark imagination and rediscover the joy of literature for kids. Ideal for ages 4 and up, these engaging episodes serve as enchanting bedtime stories for kids, enriching family storytime, or making educational listening during car rides. Dive into the magic of storytelling for kids and rediscover the joy of classic literature together in just a few minutes! Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support Credits: 🚀Production: Newman Media

    5 min
  3. 04/11/2025

    Who Has Seen the Wind: Classic Children’s Poem Read Aloud

    In this gentle and lyrical read-aloud poem, “Who Has Seen the Wind?” by Christina Rossetti, young listeners are invited to wonder about the unseen forces of nature. Through simple, beautiful language, Rossetti reminds us that some of the most powerful things in life can’t be seen, only felt. This episode is a perfect choice for bedtime stories for kids, family storytime, or a peaceful moment of reflection. With its rhythmic verse and soothing tone, it introduces children to classic poetry and encourages them to explore the world with curiosity and imagination. 🌟 Thanks for listening to Quick Classics for Kids! 🌟 Each season of Quick Classics for Kids from Newman Media features bite-sized storytelling for kids, including favorites from Lewis Carroll, Aesop’s fables, and Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. These family-friendly episodes are perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime you want to spark imagination and rediscover the joy of literature for kids. Ideal for ages 4 and up, these engaging episodes serve as enchanting bedtime stories for kids, enriching family storytime, or making educational listening during car rides. Dive into the magic of storytelling for kids and rediscover the joy of classic literature together in just a few minutes! Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support Credits: 🚀Production: Newman Media

    1 min
  4. Too Sleepy to Be Spooky! The Little Bat Who Wouldn’t Go to Bed 🎃

    28/10/2025

    Too Sleepy to Be Spooky! The Little Bat Who Wouldn’t Go to Bed 🎃

    This Halloween season, join us for “The Little Bat Who Wouldn’t Go to Bed” by Clara Dillingham Pierson, a gentle, spooky-sweet bedtime story about a curious little bat who just isn’t ready to sleep. When everyone else in the cave is settling in for the day, this wide-awake bat decides to see what the world looks like in the bright light of morning. What could go wrong? This charming read-aloud is perfect for bedtime stories for kids or a cozy family storytime on a crisp October night. With soft humor, imagination, and a touch of Halloween magic, it’s a story that celebrates curiosity, courage, and learning when to listen. 🌟 Thanks for listening to Quick Classics for Kids! 🌟 Each season of Quick Classics for Kids from Newman Media features bite-sized storytelling for kids, including favorites from Lewis Carroll, Aesop’s fables, and Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. These family-friendly episodes are perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime you want to spark imagination and rediscover the joy of literature for kids. Ideal for ages 4 and up, these engaging episodes serve as enchanting bedtime stories for kids, enriching family storytime, or making educational listening during car rides. Dive into the magic of storytelling for kids and rediscover the joy of classic literature together in just a few minutes! Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support Credits: 🚀Production: Newman Media

    10 min
  5. 05/10/2025

    You Are Old, Father William: A Funny Poem for Kids by Lewis Carroll

    In this delightful episode, we dive into 'You Are Old, Father William', a funny poem for kids by Lewis Carroll. Join a curious young man as he questions Father William about his whimsical habits, from standing on his head to consuming an entire goose, bones and all! This classic poem is a joyful read-aloud that kids and families will cherish. Told with Carroll’s signature wit and rhythm, this episode is a fantastic example of storytelling for kids that effortlessly blends humor, nonsense, and clever wordplay. The poem serves as a playful reminder that growing older shouldn’t mean losing your sense of fun. 🌟 Thanks for listening to Quick Classics for Kids! 🌟 Each season of Quick Classics for Kids from Newman Media features bite-sized storytelling for kids, including favorites from Lewis Carroll, Aesop’s fables, and Beatrix Potter’s beloved tales. These family-friendly episodes are perfect for bedtime, classroom listening, or anytime you want to spark imagination and rediscover the joy of literature for kids. Ideal for ages 4 and up, these engaging episodes serve as enchanting bedtime stories for kids, enriching family storytime, or making educational listening during car rides. Dive into the magic of storytelling for kids and rediscover the joy of classic literature together in just a few minutes! Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support Credits: 🚀Production: Newman Media

    3 min

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Quick Classics for Kids, a kids' podcast, showcases short, timeless classic children's stories and poems read aloud. Make bedtime stories fun! Each season, we share a bite-sized read-aloud of beloved classics, from Lewis Carroll’s whimsical Jabberwocky to Aesop’s fables, Beatrix Potter’s animal tales, and holiday favorites like The Night Before Christmas. Designed for kids, parents, and teachers, these episodes are ideal bedtime stories for kids, classroom listening, family-friendly car rides, or anytime you want to spark imagination. With a mix of fairy tales, poems, and fables, Quick Classics for Kids helps introduce children to the magic of classic literature in just a few minutes.  Perfect for ages 4+, this podcast makes reading fun, educational, and easy to enjoy together. Want ad-free episodes?  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/quick-classics-for-kids-ad-free--6753892/support