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Italian Stories for Kids
Italian Stories for Kids
These 82 Italian stories are picked for young learners: short, gentle, and full of pictures. Every story has audio so kids can listen along, simple A0–A2 language, and tap-to-translate words for help — perfect for reading together at home or in class.
82stories82narrated with audio~3min average read
How to read Italian stories with kids
Reading together is the best part. Keep it playful and let the pictures do a lot of the work.
Listen and point
Play the audio and point to each word as it is spoken. Hearing and seeing words together builds reading and pronunciation at once.
Tap tricky words
Tap any word a child does not know for the meaning. No need to look up everything — understanding the story is what matters.
Read it again
Kids love repetition. Re-reading a favorite story builds confidence and locks in vocabulary without it feeling like study.
Short Italian stories kids will love
Simple, colorful, and fun
Food & Cuisine
The Apple for Anna
A story about Marco giving an apple to Anna.
A01 min96 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
The Red Bag
A story about Anna getting a red bag from her mother.
A01 min100 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Sports
Luca's Ball
A story about Luca and his red ball at home.
A01 min102 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Relationships & Drama
Mother and Anna
A story about Anna and her mother at home, where her mother gives Anna a cup.
A01 min108 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Mystery
Where Is the Book?
A story about Anna, a cat, and a book.
A01 min124 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Nature & Adventure
Il Cinghiale sotto la Finestra
A short story about a boy named Marco who discovers a wild boar and her baby under his window.
A11 min120 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Relationships & Drama
La Sedia Vuota a Capodanno
A short story about a family reuniting for a special New Year's dinner.
A11 min121 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Myths & Legends
Il Sale sulla Soglia
A grandmother uses a special tradition to keep her home safe, and her grandson learns about its magic.
A21 min133 wordsAudio5 key wordsQuiz
Food & Cuisine
Bread for Dad
A child gives bread to his father at home.
A01 min102 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
The Blue Door
A story about Anna, Marco, and a ball at the blue door.
A01 min102 wordsAudio5 key wordsQuiz
Relationships & Drama
The Dog and the Child
A story about a child who gives a red ball to a dog.
A01 min122 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Mystery
Where Is the Ball?
A story about Anna, a cat, and a missing red ball.
A01 min130 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Food & Cuisine
Anna Wants the Bread
Anna is at home and asks her mother for bread.
A01 min106 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
The Cup of Water
A story about a mother who gives a cup of water to her daughter.
A01 min104 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Relationships & Drama
The Cat and the Milk
A story about a child who gives milk to a cat.
A01 min130 wordsAudio8 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
The Red Apple
A little girl receives and eats a red apple.
A01 min104 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
Two Cups
A story about Anna and Marco drinking water at home.
A01 min118 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
The Blue Ball
A story about a little girl who finds her blue ball.
A01 min124 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Daily Life
Il Pacco sul Portone Sbagliato
A helpful neighbor discovers a misdelivered package and makes sure it reaches its rightful owner.
A12 min160 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Myths & Legends
La Fontana che Non Si Asciuga Mai
A thirsty girl discovers a magical fountain in the park that never runs dry.
A12 min162 wordsAudio5 key wordsQuiz
Culture & Travel
La Freccia Sbagliata di Venezia
A traveler in Venice follows the wrong directions and eventually finds his way.
A12 min164 wordsAudio7 key wordsQuiz
Sports
The Ball in the Reeds
A story about a boy who loses his ball in some reeds and finds it with the help of a friend.
A12 min188 wordsAudio5 key wordsQuiz
Food & Cuisine
Il Gusto Mancante
Sofia tries to recreate her grandmother's special pasta sauce for a family dinner.
A12 min195 wordsAudio4 key wordsQuiz
Mystery
La Gondola sul Tetto
A curious story about a man who finds an unusual object on a hotel roof.
A12 min204 wordsAudio6 key wordsQuiz
Kids stories by level
Italian StoriesA0 — Italian for kids
View all →The Apple for Anna
A story about Marco giving an apple to Anna.
The Red Bag
A story about Anna getting a red bag from her mother.
Luca's Ball
A story about Luca and his red ball at home.
Bread for Dad
A child gives bread to his father at home.
The Blue Door
A story about Anna, Marco, and a ball at the blue door.
The Cup of Water
A story about a mother who gives a cup of water to her daughter.
The Red Apple
A little girl receives and eats a red apple.
Anna Wants the Bread
Anna is at home and asks her mother for bread.
A1 — Italian for kids
View all →Il Cinghiale sotto la Finestra
A short story about a boy named Marco who discovers a wild boar and her baby under his window.
La Sedia Vuota a Capodanno
A short story about a family reuniting for a special New Year's dinner.
Il Pacco sul Portone Sbagliato
A helpful neighbor discovers a misdelivered package and makes sure it reaches its rightful owner.
La Fontana che Non Si Asciuga Mai
A thirsty girl discovers a magical fountain in the park that never runs dry.
La Freccia Sbagliata di Venezia
A traveler in Venice follows the wrong directions and eventually finds his way.
The Ball in the Reeds
A story about a boy who loses his ball in some reeds and finds it with the help of a friend.
Il Gusto Mancante
Sofia tries to recreate her grandmother's special pasta sauce for a family dinner.
La Gondola sul Tetto
A curious story about a man who finds an unusual object on a hotel roof.
A2 — Italian for kids
View all →Il Sale sulla Soglia
A grandmother uses a special tradition to keep her home safe, and her grandson learns about its magic.
The Mandolin Hanging on the Door
A story about a young girl who discovers a beautiful old mandolin hanging on a door in her home.
Il Falco che Nidificò sul Duomo
A young girl watches a falcon build a nest and raise its chicks on a city cathedral.
Il Cane che Tornò Solo
A kind man helps a lost little dog find its owner in a local park.
The Bitter Orange of Palermo
A grandmother teaches her grandson how to turn a bitter orange into a delicious treat.
La Maglia Troppo Grande
Luca is excited for his soccer match, but his new jersey is a little bit too big for him.
L'Ultima Bottega di San Gregorio Armeno
A young girl named Sofia searches for a traditional artisan to repair a broken nativity shepherd for her grandmother.
La Faccia sul Muro che Ritorna
A woman living in a building in Bologna discovers a mysterious drawing on her hallway wall and learns the poignant story behind it.
Make Italian a daily habit on the app
The Inklingo app turns stories into a fun, personalized path — save words, earn progress, and unlock new stories — great for kids who want to keep going.
Italian stories for kids FAQ
Are these Italian stories good for children?
Yes. They are short A0–A2 stories with simple language, friendly pictures, and audio narration — chosen to be easy and enjoyable for young learners and beginners of any age.
Are the kids stories free?
Start reading without an account. Guest translations are limited to 12 taps per day. A free account saves your progress and includes 5 completed stories; further access requires Pro.
Can my child learn Italian from stories?
Absolutely. Hearing and reading simple stories is how children learn any language — they absorb vocabulary and grammar in context. Pictures and audio make it stick for young learners.
What age are these stories for?
The simple language and pictures suit early readers and anyone learning their first Italian. Read together with younger kids; older kids can read and listen on their own.