The World Stories Bank is a collection of folktales and children’s stories from around the world, curated for kids ages 5–14, educators, parents, and families.

Yes. Each story is carefully selected from traditional sources in the public domain. We aim for cultural accuracy and respectful representation.

We use a detailed, proprietary, rubric that looks at story quality, moral clarity, cultural authenticity, and age appropriateness. Every story goes through rigorous editorial review.

Yes. Stories are free for individual classroom use to support learning through storytelling.

Our stories are translated, then reviewed for tone and clarity. We prioritize faithful, high-quality translations for young readers. If you feel a translation is not a natural expression, we want to hear from you: Contact Us

You can browse by continent, theme, age level, or type of story using our story directory or interactive map.

Yes. All stories are free to read and use for non-commercial purposes, home use or in an individual classroom.

We’re supported by grants and donations. You can help by becoming a supporter, sharing our stories, or making a contribution on our donation page.