Look at the pictures
Before reading, talk about the pictures together. Guessing what happens makes kids want to read on — and they pick up words faster.
Russian Stories for Kids
Russian Stories for Kids
These 48 Russian 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.
48verhalen48verteld met audio~3min gemiddelde leestijd
How to read Russian 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 Russian stories kids will love
Simple, colorful, and fun
Sports
Сломанное весло на последнем километре
A determined rower faces an unexpected challenge during a boat race.
A01 min128 woordenAudio7 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Mystery
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A01 min146 woordenAudio8 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Culture & Travel
Электричка с рассадой в мае
A young girl named Anya and her mother take a train ride to their garden during a beautiful spring day in May.
A02 min162 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Myths & Legends
Птица, приносящая снег
A story about a beautiful white bird that brings snow to a little girl.
A02 min164 woordenAudio10 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Music & Arts
Пластинка в ящике комода
Masha discovers an old vinyl record in a drawer and listens to it with her mother.
A02 min172 woordenAudio6 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Daily Life
De paraplu die zijn baasje vond
A young girl named Lena discovers a lost blue umbrella in a cafe and helps its owner find it again.
A02 min200 woordenAudio6 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Relationships & Drama
Варенье у чужой двери
Anya vindt een mysterieus potje jam voor haar deur en probeert erachter te komen wie het voor haar heeft achtergelaten.
A02 min230 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Nature & Adventure
Гейзер, который проснулся среди ночи
A young girl named Anya experiences the natural wonder of a geyser erupting in the middle of the night.
A02 min240 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
History
Ёлка, которую разрешили снова
A young girl and her parents celebrate the holiday by finally getting a beautiful Christmas tree.
A02 min240 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Sports
Het laatste schot bij het biatlon
Hier staat de beschrijving van het verhaal.
A12 min190 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Music & Arts
Piano bij de ingang
A girl named Masha discovers a mysterious piano sitting alone in front of her apartment building.
A12 min208 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Nature & Adventure
Лиса, которая шла за санями
Een verhaal over een man genaamd Anton die door de stille wintertaiga reist en ontdekt dat hij niet alleen is.
A12 min216 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Food & Cuisine
Два рецепта и старая обида
Two sisters overcome a long-standing grudge while preparing their grandmother's traditional beet soup.
A12 min226 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Relationships & Drama
Ansichtkaart zonder handtekening
A young girl sends a secret note to her neighbor to show appreciation for her kindness.
A12 min236 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Daily Life
Briefje onder de deur van een vreemde
Anton discovers a mysterious note under his door and discovers a surprising truth.
A12 min236 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Mystery
Часы, которые спешат на пять минут
A young girl discovers the special meaning behind her grandmother's clocks that are set five minutes fast.
A12 min244 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Myths & Legends
Печь, которую нельзя топить в полночь
A young girl named Mila discovers a mysterious rule about her grandmother's stove in a village house.
A12 min250 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Sports
Свисток, который прозвучал раньше времени
Een spannend verhaal over een voetbalwedstrijd waarbij een speler geconfronteerd wordt met een verwarrende scheidsrechtersbeslissing tijdens een cruciale goal.
A02 min178 woordenAudio6 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Mystery
Voetsporen naar de deur en terug
A short story about a girl who finds mysterious footprints and a surprise gift on a winter morning.
A02 min228 woordenAudio7 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Culture & Travel
Электричка до конечной
Een verhaal over Masha's treinreis naar het eindstation.
A02 min202 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Myths & Legends
Кукла-берегиня, которую нельзя выносить из избы
Een jong meisje genaamd Anya leert een speciale regel over een beschermende pop in haar huis.
A02 min192 woordenAudio6 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Nature & Adventure
Ёж у ночного костра
A little hedgehog searches for warmth on a cold, dark night and finds a cozy campfire.
A02 min246 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Music & Arts
Хор, который замолчал на полуслове
A story about a choir that follows a special tradition of silence to remember someone important.
A12 min234 woordenAudio5 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Food & Cuisine
Кулич, который не поднялся
Nina is making a traditional Easter cake, but she runs into a problem when her dough fails to rise.
A12 min246 woordenAudio4 sleutelwoordenQuiz
Kids stories by level
Russian StoriesA0 — Russian for kids
Alles bekijken →Сломанное весло на последнем километре
A determined rower faces an unexpected challenge during a boat race.
vertaalde titel
vertaalde beschrijving
Электричка с рассадой в мае
A young girl named Anya and her mother take a train ride to their garden during a beautiful spring day in May.
Птица, приносящая снег
A story about a beautiful white bird that brings snow to a little girl.
Пластинка в ящике комода
Masha discovers an old vinyl record in a drawer and listens to it with her mother.
Свисток, который прозвучал раньше времени
Een spannend verhaal over een voetbalwedstrijd waarbij een speler geconfronteerd wordt met een verwarrende scheidsrechtersbeslissing tijdens een cruciale goal.
Кукла-берегиня, которую нельзя выносить из избы
Een jong meisje genaamd Anya leert een speciale regel over een beschermende pop in haar huis.
De paraplu die zijn baasje vond
A young girl named Lena discovers a lost blue umbrella in a cafe and helps its owner find it again.
A1 — Russian for kids
Alles bekijken →Het laatste schot bij het biatlon
Hier staat de beschrijving van het verhaal.
Piano bij de ingang
A girl named Masha discovers a mysterious piano sitting alone in front of her apartment building.
Лиса, которая шла за санями
Een verhaal over een man genaamd Anton die door de stille wintertaiga reist en ontdekt dat hij niet alleen is.
Два рецепта и старая обида
Two sisters overcome a long-standing grudge while preparing their grandmother's traditional beet soup.
Хор, который замолчал на полуслове
A story about a choir that follows a special tradition of silence to remember someone important.
Ansichtkaart zonder handtekening
A young girl sends a secret note to her neighbor to show appreciation for her kindness.
Briefje onder de deur van een vreemde
Anton discovers a mysterious note under his door and discovers a surprising truth.
Соседка, которая стучит три раза
A young woman named Anya shares a special ritual with her neighbor, Maria Ivanovna, involving three knocks on the door.
A2 — Russian for kids
Alles bekijken →
Ночёвка без палатки на карельских скалах
Two friends go on a nature trip to Karelia and experience an unforgettable night under the open sky after a mistake.
Fotofinish die driemaal werd herberekend
Two long-time friends test their bond when they compete for a single spot on the national team.
Значок октябрёнокa, который потеряли в первый день
A young girl named Tanya feels sad when she loses her special school badge but learns a lesson about responsibility.
Кошки Эрмитажа в войну
A moving story about a woman named Nina who cares for the cats at the Hermitage Museum during and after the Leningrad blockade.
Ноты, найденные в старой печи
A young woman discovers a hidden piece of music in her grandmother's old house that brings back long-lost memories.
Автобус, который не останавливается в дождь
A story about a bus driver who refuses to stop at a dangerous bridge during the rain to ensure the safety of his passengers.
Ключ соседа и чужая дверь
A woman accidentally enters her neighbor's apartment using the wrong key.
Пятый сет на рассвете
A story about two childhood friends facing each other in a tense, final tennis match at dawn.
Make Russian 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.
Russian stories for kids FAQ
Are these Russian 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?
Yes. You can read and listen to every story for free, with no sign-up. The Inklingo app adds saved words, progress, and personalized review for older kids.
Can my child learn Russian 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 Russian. Read together with younger kids; older kids can read and listen on their own.