Summer stories for kids — free, with illustrations

Carlota is a responsible seven-year-old who works hard at her school, Sansueña, and loves her supportive parents and her longtime caregiver, Nicole. Every weekend, she visits the Watson family to practice speaking English and play in their swimming pool with four delightful dogs named Sunny, Riley, India, and Mia.

A young girl named Ches shares a deep bond with an ancient tree, observing its beautiful transformations through spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The story explores the cycle of nature and the enduring power of friendship and patience as Ches learns to love the tree in every stage of its life.

When a young girl loses her gift for Santa, she embarks on a magical journey to find it before Christmas Eve.

When a curious little girl discovers a forgotten gift in the snow, she sets off on a magical journey to return it to Santa Claus before Christmas morning.

When a curious girl named Lila discovers a magical tree that only appears on Christmas Eve, she must help it bloom with snowflakes before the night is over, learning the value of kindness and wonder.

When a shy girl named Clara discovers a lost snow globe, she unlocks a magical journey to the North Pole with Santa Claus himself.

When the ice cream van disappears from the school fair, the children of Kindergarten use teamwork and clever thinking to find it and save the day.

When a curious girl discovers a hidden message from Santa, she embarks on a snowy journey to help him deliver presents in time.

When a shy starling loses its voice on Christmas Eve, it must find a way to sing again before the Midnight Carol, with the help of a kind old owl and a curious fox.

When a curious little girl discovers a magical book that brings all the Christmas stories to life, she embarks on a joyous journey through time and tradition.

When a lonely snow owl loses her light, a kindhearted mouse and a clever hedgehog come together to help her shine again, just in time for Christmas.

When a curious starling discovers a forgotten melody on Christmas Eve, she must learn to sing with her heart to bring joy to a quiet village.

When a kind baker discovers a magical star that only shines on Christmas Eve, she must use her heart and cookies to save the town from a frosty curse.

When a kind baker discovers a magical star that only shines on Christmas Eve, she must use her heart and her treats to help a lonely snow monster find joy and friends.

When a kind baker discovers a magical star that grants wishes, she must decide whether to use its power for herself or help her struggling village during the Christmas season.

When a shy mouse named Milo is given a special gift, he learns that kindness and courage can make even the smallest creature feel big on Christmas Eve.

When a quiet boy named Leo proves that kindness speaks louder than noise, the Christmas spirit finds its way into his quiet little village.

A tiny, shy star learns to shine with courage and kindness on the night of the first Christmas, helping the forest animals find their way home.

A kind boy named Leo helps a shy snow monster find its voice, learning that even the quietest hearts can shine at Christmas.

A lonely snowflake learns the power of kindness and the magic of giving when she helps a lost reindeer find her way home on Christmas Eve.

When a lonely star loses its glow, a group of forest animals work together to bring light back to the sky, teaching the value of kindness and community.

When a curious girl discovers a magical hat that tells Christmas stories, she learns the true meaning of giving and sharing.

When a shy girl discovers a hidden message from Santa, she embarks on a magical journey to help him deliver presents on Christmas Eve.

When a lonely star loses its light, a kind-hearted child helps it shine again, spreading warmth and joy to the whole village on Christmas Eve.