Storytime is a kids’ magazine full of brilliant stories. It’s packed with fairy tales, myths, poems, fables and much more – all beautifully written and illustrated, with puzzles, games and colouring in too! Each month we highlight a classic children’s book, plus we have storytelling tips and fun activities to bring the stories to life. Storytime is full of colourful, engaging illustrations, all specially commissioned from talented illustrators from all over the world – and we have a NO advert guarantee! If you love stories, and feel passionately about encouraging children to read, then Storytime is right for you! “Storytime brings classic tales to children every month. The perfect way to start them on a lifelong storytelling adventure” – Michael Morpurgo – former children’s laureate
Storytime
WHOSE HOME IS IT? • The lapwing was happy with her nest. The bird had built it in a gap between the roots of a peepul tree.
THE WILD PIPER • County Tipperary is one of the most beautiful places in Ireland. It has high mountains, towering castles, green plains and rushing rivers.
THE BACCOO • Leon was running out of the door when his mother called.
THE OCTOSAURUS REX FROM THE DEEP! • Nuala was so excited! She did handstands and chattered to her mum as they waited in line for the boat. Big green waves splashed against the concrete quay in the harbour.
FREE-RANGE FUN! • Jack was watering the enormous beanstalk in his back yard when his mother called him.
PRINCESS OF THE SEVEN CITIES • In ancient times, Atlantis was the most wondrous place in the world, with many palaces of gold and marble.
LEGENDARY LAKES • Here are some more enchanting bodies of water that can be found in the real world!
THE LADY OF THE FOUNTAIN Adapted from a classic Welsh legend • Many ages ago, Britain was ruled by King Arthur. He was both strong and wise, and the greatest knights in the land came to serve him in his castle of Camelot.
THE MARIA WAY • In 1870, a little girl named Maria was born. In the same year, her country was born, too!
WHAT HAPPENED NEXT…
STORYTIME PLAYBOX • Can you match the animals with their homes, make a monster egg and unscramble the thoughts of Maria Montessori?
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