The Troll of Mount Esja
A journey of sacrifice, courage, and the ancient secrets of Iceland's Mount Esja.
Top Children Stories on GatherTales
Ages 4-12: Stories for children are often simple, engaging, and filled with colorful imagery. They may feature talking animals, magical adventures, or everyday heroes. These stories aim to entertain and educate, teaching valuable life lessons about kindness, sharing, and overcoming challenges.
The Queen Mother of Mamprusi
The inspiring rise of Yennaba, the Queen Mother who shaped Mamprugu.
The Kalinago Moon Dance
A timeless celebration of courage, connection, and the enduring legacy of the Kalinago people.
The Crocodile Spirit of the Cuanza River
A timeless Angolan legend of courage, nature, and redemption.
The Ghost Rider of Los Llanos
A cursed vaquero rides the plains of Venezuela, bound by the land he defied
The Coquí’s Midnight Serenade
A tale of love and redemption woven into the melodies of Puerto Rico’s enchanted rainforest.
The Golden Toad and the Cloud Forest (Costa Rica)
A golden toad’s journey to restore balance in the mystical Monteverde Cloud Forest.
The Forest Troll of Värmland
A legend of nature's ancient guardian and the price of disrespect.
The Legend of the Argeș Monastery
A timeless tale of love and sacrifice behind Romania’s legendary monastery.
The Mystery of the Zuiderzee Mermaid
A haunting tale of mystery and compassion from the depths of the Zuiderzee.
Prince Csaba and the Stars of the Sky
A celestial journey of courage and unity in ancient Hungary.
The Fox Maiden of Lapland
A tale of love and sacrifice set against the magical backdrop of Lapland’s ancient forests.
The Fairy of Plitvice Lakes
Discover the enchanted tale of a fairy's timeless bond with the Plitvice Lakes.
The Pilaf Thief and the Wise Judge
A savory tale of wit, justice, and a fragrant bowl of pilaf
The Magic Drum of the Bemba
A legendary journey of courage, wisdom, and the power of unity in Zambia
The Tale of Chaminuka
A legendary prophet's journey to protect his people and unite a nation.
The Sparrow and the Merchant
A merchant's encounter with a wise sparrow changes his life forever.
Maam Kumba Bang, the River Spirit
A powerful legend of justice, nature, and the enduring spirit of the Senegal River.
The Zulu Moon Maiden
A Zulu girl’s journey to restore balance between her people and the spirits under the light of the moon.
The Golden Camel of Fezzan
A journey through the sands of Fezzan in search of courage, wisdom, and a legend as old as the dunes
The Magic Drum of the Mongo People
A boy’s courageous journey to restore balance and honor his ancestors in the heart of the Congo rainforest.
The Fox Guardian of Seoul
A mythical battle unfolds in Seoul as a Fox Guardian and a historian protect the city’s spirit.
The Golden Crocodile of Benue
A tale of courage, ancient wisdom, and the sacred bond between humanity and nature.
The Spirit Guardian of the Niger
A river’s call, a boy’s destiny, and the balance of life at stake.