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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.

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In this delightful Grimm fairy tale, a kind-hearted boy named Dumbling discovers that generosity brings magical rewards! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that sharing with others and treating everyone with kindness can lead to unexpected blessings and wonderful adventures.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates generosity, compassion, and the magic of a good heart, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
Little Red Riding Hood

Little Red Riding Hood

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In this classic Grimm fairy tale, a brave little girl learns an important lesson about being careful and listening to warnings! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners to be cautious with strangers and to pay attention when grown-ups give advice.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates awareness, cleverness, and the importance of safety, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this classic Aesop fable, a young crab and his mother learn an important lesson about practicing what you preach!Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that we can't expect others to do things we're not willing to do ourselves, and that setting a good example is the best way to teach.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates leading by example, self-awareness, and understanding, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this powerful Aesop fable, a shepherd boy learns why honesty and trust matter more than anything! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that lying destroys trust and that people won't believe us when we really need them if we've broken their trust before.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates truthfulness, responsibility, and the importance of being trustworthy, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this beloved Aesop fable, a hardworking ant and a carefree grasshopper teach us about the value of preparation! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that planning ahead and working hard today helps us tomorrow, and that there's a time for work and a time for play.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates responsibility, diligence, and thinking about the future, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this clever Hans Christian Andersen tale, a vain emperor learns an important lesson about honesty and pride! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that it takes courage to speak the truth and that sometimes the bravest voice is the smallest one.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates honesty, courage, and thinking for yourself, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this wise Aesop fable, a mighty oak tree and humble reeds teach us about the strength of flexibility! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that sometimes being flexible and adaptable is stronger than being rigid and unyielding.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates adaptability, humility, and going with the flow, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this delightful Aesop fable, two mice discover that home truly is where the heart is! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners that a simple, peaceful life can be more valuable than all the riches in the world and that what matters most is feeling safe and content.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates gratitude, contentment, and appreciating what you have, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this playful Robert Louis Stevenson poem, a child discovers the funny and mysterious nature of their own shadow! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners to find wonder in everyday things and that imagination makes the world more magical.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates curiosity, observation, and childhood wonder, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this wise and witty poem, six blind men each touch a different part of an elephant and come to very different conclusions about what it is! This episode reminds young listeners that we all see things from our own perspective and that listening to others helps us understand the whole picture.This classic poem (published in 1872) teaches children about perspective and understanding in a fun, memorable way!🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this classic Aesop fable, a hungry fox learns a lesson about making excuses when things don't go our way! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners about the importance of honesty with ourselves and others, and that it's okay to admit when something is simply too difficult.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates honesty, perseverance, and graceful acceptance, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this charming A.A. Milne poem, a child watches raindrops race down a windowpane and imagines them as two friends named John and James! Perfect for bedtime, this episode reminds young listeners that imagination can turn ordinary moments into delightful adventures.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates creativity, observation, and finding wonder in rainy days, beautifully told for family storytime.This poem is originally from "When We Were Very Young" (1924).🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this classic Aesop fable, a clever fox teaches a vain crow an unforgettable lesson about flattery and pride! Perfect for bedtime stories for kids, this episode reminds young listeners to think before they trust sweet words and that those who flatter often have hidden motives.Join us for a gentle read-aloud that celebrates wisdom, critical thinking, and staying true to yourself, beautifully told for family storytime.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this episode, we’re reading “The Swing” by Robert Louis Stevenson, from his cherished collection A Child’s Garden of Verses. This gentle and joyful poem for children captures the simple wonder of swinging high in the air, feeling free, weightless, and full of imagination.Perfect for family storytime or bedtime stories for kids, “The Swing” reminds us how beautiful the world looks from above, from rooftops, trees, and all. It’s a short, sweet listen that will make little listeners dream of flying through the sky.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this episode, we’re reading “Hansel and Gretel” by The Brothers Grimm, the unforgettable bedtime story for kids about two clever siblings, a trail of breadcrumbs, and a mysterious cake and candy-covered cottage deep in the forest. Filled with adventure, bravery, and a touch of magic, this classic tale reminds us that even in the darkest woods, kindness and courage light the way.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
In this enchanting episode, embark on a journey with The Brothers Grimm's timeless tale, “The Old Witch”, perfect for families looking for captivating bedtime stories for kids. Just in time for Halloween, this read-aloud brings the world of witches and wonder to life, making it a perfect choice for bedtime stories for kids or a fun family storytime together.🌟 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/supportCredits:🚀Production: Newman Media 
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