Rabbit and Turtle's Big Swim | Bedtime Story for Kids

Bedtime storyShort storyBeginnerAges 3 to 610 new words

Timmy the rabbit and Shelly the turtle swim across the sea to go home.

Who is in the story?

TimmyA little rabbit who gets lost after a storm.
ShellyA big friendly turtle who helps her friend.

Read the story Easy English

Timmy was a little rabbit who lived in a cozy burrow. One day, a big storm came and scared Timmy. The storm swept Timmy far away to a small quiet island. Timmy felt alone and missed his home. He looked around sadly and saw tall green trees, soft yellow sand, and gentle waves. Then he saw a big friendly turtle named Shelly. Shelly smiled kindly and asked if Timmy was lost. Timmy whispered softly that he was far from home.

Shelly told Timmy not to worry because she could help him. They sat together on the sand and watched the blue ocean. Timmy said his home was across the sea. Shelly said it was a long swim, but they could go together. Timmy felt happy. They made a plan. Shelly would lead the way, and Timmy would hold on tight. They walked to the water edge.

Shelly dipped into the cool waves, and Timmy climbed onto her back. Shelly swam slowly and steadily while Timmy held on tight with his paws. The sun shone brightly and little fish swam by. Timmy felt safe with Shelly. Soon, Timmy saw land far away and shouted joyfully. They reached the shore safely. Timmy jumped off, happy to be home, and thanked Shelly. They became friends forever.

Story words

rabbitturtleislandoceanstormswimshorefriends
The big idea

Helping others in need and working together can turn scary challenges into sweet friendships.

10 new words

burrow

A cozy hole where an animal lives.

He lived in a cozy burrow.
storm

Very bad weather with strong wind.

One day a big storm came.
island

Land with water all around it.

He landed on a small island.
ocean

A very big body of water.

They watched the blue ocean.
plan

An idea of what to do.

They made a plan.
waves

Moving water in the sea.

Shelley dipped into the waves.
steadily

Moving in a calm, regular way.

Shelley swam slowly and steadily.
shore

The land beside the sea.

Soon they reached the shore.
joyfully

With a lot of happiness.

Look he shouted joyfully.
promised

Said that something will surely happen.

Yes really Shelley promised.

Quick quiz

1. How did the little rabbit reach the island?

2. How did the turtle help the rabbit across the ocean?

3. How did Timmy hold onto Shelly while swimming?

Ask your child

  • How can we show kindness to a friend who is lost or scared?
  • What does this story teach children about working together to solve problems?

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Video description

Relax and fall asleep easily while practicing basic English. In this bedtime story, you will learn simple words in "Rabbit and Turtle's Big Swim". Perfect for kids aged 3 to 8, ESL beginners, preschool and kindergarten.

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