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FREE STORIES
Children's Stories
Gentle stories about courage, kindness, perseverance, and discovering that small things can matter.

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A Day of Rain

(About a 3-minute read)

- October 2026

A short story intended to be read to children ages 4 to 5.

Rain came to the forest early one morning and the plans Pip had for the day were being ruined.

This story is about creativity and finding happiness when plans change.

A Broken Crayon

(About a 4-minute read)

- August 2026

A short story intended to be read to children ages 4 to 5.

She had made a mistake. She had told the truth. She had said she was sorry.

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The Smallest Bell in the Tower

(About a 5-minute read)

- April 2026

Being small does not mean being unimportant. Quiet qualities, such as steadiness, clarity, and humility, are just as important as strength.

The Magic Pencil

(About a 3-minute read)

- September 2025

A short story intended for children ages 6 to 9.

A story about the courage to keep trying, the willingness to make mistakes, the steady improvement that comes from practice, and the strength of encouragement from others.

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The Foot's Revenge

(About a 5-minute read)

- February 2025

Written for children ages 9 to 13.
Comedy mixed with absurdity. Cupid’s foot declares it wants the power to take over Cupid’s job.

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© Clyde Verhine

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