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Stories That Teach Forgiveness

Stories that help children let go of hurt and mend friendships.

9

stories

53 min

of story time

3-8

ages

Two friends meet and offer to help to each other

Included Stories

Age 4-8Emotional Stories for Kids
Hazel and the Borrowed Broom

Hazel and the Borrowed Broom

Age 4-8Funny Stories for Kids
Captain Stinkbeard and the Great Coin Muddle

Captain Stinkbeard and the Great Coin Muddle

Age 3-7Funny Stories for Kids
Puffin and the Excuse-Me Sneeze

Puffin and the Excuse-Me Sneeze

Age 3-8Funny Stories for Kids
Captain Giggle and the Broken Giggle-Horn

Captain Giggle and the Broken Giggle-Horn

Age 4-8Emotional Stories for Kids
Hazel and the Morning-Glory Mistake

Hazel and the Morning-Glory Mistake

Age 3-8Emotional Stories for Kids
Milo the Mole and the Littlest Digger

Milo the Mole and the Littlest Digger

Age 4-8Educational Stories for Kids
Professor Puddle and the Curious Coin Surprise

Professor Puddle and the Curious Coin Surprise

Age 4-8Bedtime Stories for Kids
Zara and the Truth in the Rain

Zara and the Truth in the Rain

Age 4-8Bedtime Stories for Kids
Hazel and the Forgiveness Spell

Hazel and the Forgiveness Spell

Common Questions

How do you teach kids forgiveness?
Stories are one of the most powerful ways — free tales for ages 3–8 that show children how to let go of hurt and make peace. With audio narration.
How do you teach a child to forgive?
Children forgive more easily when they see it modelled. Stories where a character chooses to let go of hurt — and feels lighter for it — show kids that forgiveness is a choice that helps them, not just the person who's sorry. Talking about the story afterward makes the lesson stick.
Why is forgiveness an important skill for kids?
Holding onto anger is heavy, even for little ones. Learning to forgive helps children keep friendships, recover from playground squabbles, and feel calmer inside. It's a core part of emotional resilience and healthy relationships.
What age are forgiveness stories best for?
These stories suit ages 3 to 8. Younger children learn about saying sorry and making up, while older children explore the deeper idea of letting go of a grudge and giving someone a second chance.

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