Animal Tales: The Kids' Story Podcast

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By: Josephine Chadwick

Over 400 original short stories for kids! Welcome to Animal Tales, where YOU get to suggest what animals appear in each story. All our short stories are written by Alice or Simon especially for the Animal Tales podcast, and read by me, Josephine. From jungle critters to farm animals, from dinosaurs to dodos, and from unicorns to extraordinary mythical beasts, you can find them all at Animal Tales. With three new stories added every week, they're perfect for car journeys or bedtime – you can even suggest an animal you'd like to hear a story about! Our stories are calm but fun, whe...

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Ugly Animal Club
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Yesterday at 11:00 PM

An aye-aye goes in search of a place where, he hopes, he will finally be able to fit in.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply searc...


Just One Photo
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Last Sunday at 11:00 PM

A lion attempts to sneak into a party to meet a famous film star.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stori...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Forbidden Friends
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Last Thursday at 11:00 PM

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

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River Rummaging
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06/09/2026

A giant otter and a yellow-spotted river turtle help find a set of missing keys.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short...


The Not-Scary Fruit Bat
The Not-Scary Fruit Bat episode artwork
06/07/2026

Should bats be scary? One particular flamingo seems to think so.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Reptile Island
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06/04/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


The Snakes And The Beanstalk
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06/02/2026

A hognose snake accidentally grows a giant beanstalk. Will she find a giant at the top?
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales...


Aye-aye Spy
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05/31/2026

The lemurs have always had trouble with the fossas, but on this occasion they need a secret agent to help them. Enter the aye-aye spy!
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to bu...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Cat And Mouse Cottage
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Cat And Mouse Cottage episode artwork
05/28/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Dara The Capybara Goes Faster
Dara The Capybara Goes Faster episode artwork
05/26/2026

Dara the capybara finds himself in a big yellow sports car.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this...


The Tale Of The Three Dragons
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05/24/2026

A boy hears a story of how three dragons once helped his land, and sets off to find them.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply searc...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Plumb Job
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Plumb Job episode artwork
05/21/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Sammy's Splendid Shoes
Sammy's Splendid Shoes episode artwork
05/19/2026

A blue-footed booby is embarrassed by his bright blue feet.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link...


Biggest Bite
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05/17/2026

There's a new predator at the zoo, opposite the lion and the tiger. But another creature appears to be getting in the way.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclu...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: The Most Dangerous Journey
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: The Most Dangerous Journey episode artwork
05/14/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Farmyard Hornet
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05/12/2026

When a hornet discovers his first ever farm, he's keen to learn more. If only the animals would co-operate.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply searc...


The Diamond Cutter
The Diamond Cutter episode artwork
05/10/2026

A black panther is hired to watch over a diamond.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Big Birds
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Big Birds episode artwork
05/07/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Mealtime Muddle
Mealtime Muddle episode artwork
05/05/2026

A busy night in a restaurant creates all manner of confusion.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this...


Let's Have A Beach Party
Let's Have A Beach Party episode artwork
05/03/2026

A hummingbird, a horse and a dolphin try to put together a party, but it's harder than it looks.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply searc...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Sabre-toothed Siblings
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Sabre-toothed Siblings episode artwork
04/30/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Marty Coati
Marty Coati episode artwork
04/28/2026

A handyman coati takes on his friend to help him but not everything goes to plan.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales...


Mini Deliveries
Mini Deliveries episode artwork
04/26/2026

For speedy, reliable deliveries, use a honeybee. At least, that's what this honeybee is hoping.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Axolotl Pool Party
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Axolotl Pool Party episode artwork
04/23/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service.

Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Slow To Learn
Slow To Learn episode artwork
04/21/2026

Yes, tortoises are slow, but they still get to where they need to be.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stori...


The Otter And The Dragon
The Otter And The Dragon episode artwork
04/19/2026

An otter is determined to befriend a very large and imposing dragon.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follo...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Weighing Scales
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: Weighing Scales episode artwork
04/16/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service.

Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Unexpected Guests
Unexpected Guests episode artwork
04/14/2026

A snowshoe hare encounters two creatures unprepared for the cold.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this link...


Tree For Beaver
Tree For Beaver episode artwork
04/12/2026

To finish building his new dam, a beaver needs a log that will be just the right shape.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for A...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: I Need Four Dinosaurs
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: I Need Four Dinosaurs episode artwork
04/09/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service.

Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


The First Unicorn
The First Unicorn episode artwork
04/07/2026

A dog and a cat find the first of its kind, but what is it and why is it there?
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simpl...


The Pirate's Parrot
The Pirate's Parrot episode artwork
04/05/2026

A parrot and her pirate find an unusual kind of gold.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follow this...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: How To Be A Dragon
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: How To Be A Dragon episode artwork
04/02/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
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Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


This Little Piggy
This Little Piggy episode artwork
03/31/2026

Bonnie really wants a pet of her own, but ends up with a pig, quite by accident. 
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal...


A Rainy Day On Artists Walk
A Rainy Day On Artists Walk episode artwork
03/29/2026

Two artists fight over a customer in order to make a sale.
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or follo...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: A Half-baked Mystery
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: A Half-baked Mystery episode artwork
03/27/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service.

Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Creature Catchers
Creature Catchers episode artwork
03/25/2026

One man and his faithful golden retriever go in search of some unusual creatures.
Written especially for this podcast by Alice. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stori...


Sunken Treasure
Sunken Treasure episode artwork
03/23/2026

A great white shark, a humpback whale and a jellyfish discover a shipwreck!
Written especially for this podcast by Simon. 

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books!
Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short Stories or fo...


NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: The Big Bad Coyote
NEW PREMIUM TRAILER: The Big Bad Coyote episode artwork
03/20/2026

Here’s a taster of our new Premium-only story.
 
To hear it in full, please join our Premium Subscription service.

Become a PREMIUM Subscriber
You can now enjoy Animal Tales by becoming a Premium Subscriber. This gets you:
All episodes in our catalogue advert freeBonus Premium-only episodes (every Friday) which will never be used on the main podcastWe guarantee to use one of your animal suggestions in a storyYou can sign up through Apple Podcasts or through Supercast and there are both monthly and yearly plans available.

You can...


Facing Fears
Facing Fears episode artwork
03/18/2026

A thunderstorm is a very scary thing when you're the size of a mouse. 
Written especially for this podcast by Alice.  

If you enjoyed this story, please do leave us a review. 

And, if you'd like to suggest an animal for a future Animal Tales story, you can do so by emailing podcast@animaltales.uk. We would love to hear from you. 


Animal Tales Books! Collections of Animal Tales children’s stories are available to buy exclusively at Amazon. Simply search for Animal Tales Short...