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Soria Moria Castle by Asbjørnsen and Moe
Soria Moria Castle
Asbjørnsen and Moe
 6+
5 min
Dreamer Halvor seeks the shining Soria Moria Castle, battles trolls with many heads, wins a princess’s heart, then must defeat a forgetting spell to find his way back to true love.
The Brave Little Tailor by Brothers Grimm
The Brave Little Tailor
Brothers Grimm
 6+
5 min
A clever tailor with a sash that reads “Seven at one blow” outsmarts giants, traps a unicorn and boar, and wins a princess—using brains, not brawn, to turn the whole kingdom on its head.
The Devoted Friend by Oscar Wilde
The Devoted Friend
Oscar Wilde
 6+
5 min
A clever linnet tells of Little Hans and a rich Miller who talks of friendship but only takes—until a stormy night reveals what true friends do. A sharp, thoughtful classic retold.
The Dog and the Sparrow by Brothers Grimm
The Dog and the Sparrow
Brothers Grimm
 6+
5 min
A hungry dog, a clever sparrow, and a reckless wagoner cross paths. A promise of friendship ignites a whirlwind of revenge in this stark, unforgettable Brothers Grimm cautionary tale.
The Ebony Horse by Arabian Nights
The Ebony Horse
Arabian Nights
 6+
5 min
A prince tests a flying horse, gets lost among the clouds, discovers a princess on a rooftop, and outwits a schemer and a king to bring her home in a daring rescue.
The Elder-Tree Mother by H.C. Andersen
The Elder-Tree Mother
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
Sick in bed, a boy sips elder tea and meets the Elder-Tree Mother, who shows a whole lifetime beneath one tree—weddings, winters, and home—in a warm tale where steam and story become one.
The Fir Tree by H.C. Andersen
The Fir Tree
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A restless fir tree longs to grow up, sail the seas, and shine at Christmas. It gets its wish—but not the way it expects. A timeless tale about savoring the moment.
The Flying Trunk by H.C. Andersen
The Flying Trunk
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A careless rich boy gets a magic trunk that flies him to a princess in a tower. A funny story wins a royal wedding—until one spark ruins everything. Can stories carry him now?
The Galoshes of Fortune by H.C. Andersen
The Galoshes of Fortune
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A pair of magic galoshes grants every wish—time travel, flying, even a peek beyond the veil! But each wild wish brings trouble. Will the wishers learn to love the lives they have?
The Girl Who Trod on a Loaf by H.C. Andersen
The Girl Who Trod on a Loaf
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
Proud Inger steps on a loaf to save her shoes—and sinks into a marshy underworld. Years later, only kindness, hard work, and a softened heart can lift her back to light and forgiveness.
The Garden of Paradise by H.C. Andersen
The Garden of Paradise
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A curious prince rides the East Wind to a hidden garden where all seasons bloom. Can he keep a solemn promise and win paradise—or will temptation blow his chance away?
The Goose Girl by Brothers Grimm
The Goose Girl
Brothers Grimm
 6+
5 min
A princess loses a magic charm, is forced to trade places, and becomes a goose girl. With a talking horse’s warning, a clever rhyme, and a brave confession, the truth finally wins.
The Golden Goose by Brothers Grimm
The Golden Goose
Brothers Grimm
 6+
5 min
A kind youngest son shares his lunch with a mysterious little man, finds a golden goose, causes a hilarious stuck-together parade, makes a princess laugh, and outsmarts a fussy king’s tricky tasks.
The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde
The Happy Prince
Oscar Wilde
 6+
5 min
A jeweled statue and a small swallow team up to help the poor. Follow their brave gifts, a winter sacrifice, and a heavenly reward in this tender, unforgettable classic about kindness and true treasure.
The Last Pearl by H.C. Andersen
The Last Pearl
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A royal necklace is missing one perfect pearl. The kingdom searches for a magic tear to complete it. Can a single, honest tear from a loving heart shine brighter than the sea?
The Leap-Frog by H.C. Andersen
The Leap-Frog
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
Join a Flea, Grasshopper, and Leap-Frog in a thrilling jump-off for the King's prize. Who will leap the highest and win the Princess's heart in this royal contest?
The Linen by H.C. Andersen
The Linen
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
From blue-flowered flax to fine linen, rags, paper, and even smoke, follow a brave little plant that never loses hope in its many transformations. A gentle, uplifting classic about change.
The Little Match Girl by H.C. Andersen
The Little Match Girl
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
On a freezing New Year’s Eve, a brave girl lights matches for warmth and glimpses wondrous visions. One final spark brings the gentlest ending—and a shining hope that never fades.
The Little Mermaid by H.C. Andersen
The Little Mermaid
H.C. Andersen
 6+
5 min
A brave mermaid trades her voice for legs to win a prince and an immortal soul. Storms, a sea witch, and a heartbreaking choice lead to a surprising, hopeful ending above the waves.
The Marvelous Land of Oz by L. Frank Baum
The Marvelous Land of Oz
L. Frank Baum
 6+
5 min
Run away with Tip, Jack Pumpkinhead, and a flying sofa as they outwit a girl army, seek Glinda, and uncover a wondrous secret about the true ruler of Oz at last.