Sleep stories

Personalized sleep stories that help your child drift off

Gentle, slow-paced stories where your child is the hero — read aloud by a soft narrator voice and written to wind down, not wind up.

Make a sleep story starring your child

Free story · no account needed

A first name or nickname is all we need.

Takes about 20 seconds free, no card required

Free preview with narration. No account or card needed.

What makes a good sleep story

  • A calm arc. The problem is solved early and the last pages settle into quiet, cozy images.
  • No cliffhangers. Every story resolves so your child isn't left wondering what happens next.
  • Their own name. Hearing themselves as the hero keeps kids listening instead of getting up.
  • A soothing voice. Narration reads at an unhurried pace with read-along highlighting.

A simple sleep routine with stories

  1. Step 1

    Dim the lights

    Start the story once pajamas are on and the room is quiet.

  2. Step 2

    Press play

    Let the narrator read, or read it yourself in a soft voice.

  3. Step 3

    Talk about one favorite moment

    A short, calm chat helps close the day before sleep.

Tonight, let your child fall asleep as the hero

Free to try. Unlock full stories, narration on every page, and a saved library with an account.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a personalized sleep story?

A calm, slow-paced story where your child is the named hero. It's written to settle down toward the end rather than build excitement, so it works as the last thing before lights out.

Can my child listen instead of reading?

Yes. Every story can be narrated aloud by a warm narrator voice, with each word highlighted as it's spoken for kids who like to follow along.

What ages are sleep stories for?

Stories are written for ages 3–12, with sentence length and vocabulary matched to the age you enter.

Is it free to try?

Yes. The preview above creates a title, cover, and first page with narration — no account or card needed.

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