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Little Keys to the Universe

Little Keys to the Universe unlocks big ideas through little stories. Inspired by the greatest minds and thinkers, each tale transforms life’s deepest lessons into simple, magical adventures for young minds. Every story begins with a key that opens a hidden truth, helping kids explore self-worth, kindness, courage, and curiosity. Perfect for bedtime or quiet moments, these short stories spark imagination, inspire growth, and help kids shine. New stories every week.

kids & family stories for kids

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00:05:14

Gratitude – 10 Ways to Be Grateful

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/11/11

Maple the Squirrel finds ten glowing acorns, each teaching her a unique way to say thank you and cherish life’s simple joys.

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00:05:40

Kindness – 10 Ways to Be Kind

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/11/04

A gentle journey with a curious fox who learns ten simple, golden ways to bring more kindness into the world—one small act at a time.

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00:06:19

Growth – The Piglet Who Learned What to Feed His Mind

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/10/28

Pip the Piglet finds out that what he watches and thinks about feeds his mind—and it matters. Inspired by the ideas of Napoleon Hill.

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00:06:53

Trust – The Duckling Who Braved the Deep

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/10/21

Piper the Duckling loses sight of her mother in the mist and must learn to trust the water—and herself. Inspired by Alan Watts.

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00:06:51

Choice – The Donkey Who Found His Own Way

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/10/14

Diego the Donkey discovers that even when life is hard, he can choose how to respond. Inspired by the teachings of Viktor Frankl.

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00:05:36

Belonging – The Snail Who Discovered Stardust

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/10/07

Nova the Snail feels small and unimportant—until she learns from Orion the Turtle that everything, even her squeak, is made of stardust. Inspired by Neil deGrasse Tyson.

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00:06:10

Positive Thinking – The Monkey Who Planted His Thoughts

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/09/30

Positive thinking bedtime story featuring Zazu the Monkey, inspired by Napoleon Hill. Zazu plants kind thoughts like seeds to help kids grow hope, confidence, and optimism. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:06:13

Belonging – The Zebra Who Painted with Her Stripes

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/09/23

Belonging-themed bedtime story featuring Zee the Zebra, inspired by Bill Nye. Zee learns her stripes make the world brighter and helps kids embrace diversity and self-acceptance. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:06:12

Emotional Awareness – The Chameleon Who Learned to Feel

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/09/16

Emotional awareness bedtime story featuring Cami the Chameleon, inspired by Dr. Marc Brackett. Cami learns to notice and name feelings so kids understand emotions are safe and always changing. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:05:49

Kindness – The Bear Who Learned to Move with Care

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/09/09

Kindness-centered bedtime story featuring Bo the Bear, inspired by Dr. Gabor Maté. Bo learns gentle boundaries and consent so kids understand how kindness keeps play safe and loving. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:08:03

Joy – The Puppy Who Followed the Spark

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/09/02

Joy-filled bedtime story featuring Kibo the Puppy, inspired by Ken Mogi. Kibo follows tiny sparks to help kids discover happiness in small moments and everyday wonders. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:06:35

Curiosity – The Mouse Who Followed the Pattern

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/08/26

Curiosity-filled bedtime story featuring Niko the Mouse, inspired by Nikola Tesla. Niko follows nature’s patterns to teach kids to trust quiet signals and notice the world’s rhythms. Perfect for ages 4–8 at bedtime.

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00:06:21

Growth – The Hummingbird and the Two Flowers...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/08/23

Luma the hummingbird always stuck to the flowers she knew—until a wise butterfly introduces her to the power of trying something new. A story about shifting from “I already know” to “What if I love it?” Inspired by Carol Dweck’s work on growth mindset.

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00:06:09

Curiosity – The Turtle and the Thinking Tree...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/08/16

Tavi the turtle believes being smart means having all the answers—until a misstep and a quiet friend teach her that true wisdom comes from asking better questions. With the help of the mystical Thinking Tree, she discovers the courage to stay curious. Inspired by Socrates’ philosophy.

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00:06:29

Intuition – The Parrot Who Repeated Everything...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/08/09

Pico the parrot repeats everything he hears—until a strange encounter with a charming stranger teaches him to trust the quiet flicker of intuition inside. With guidance from Old Ollie the Owl, Pico learns to honor his instincts, inspired by Gavin de Becker’s teachings on inner safety.

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00:06:30

Rest – The Hummingbird and the Power of Rest...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/08/02

A little hummingbird who never slows down learns the life-changing power of rest, guided by a wise butterfly. Through stillness, she discovers that caring for herself brings strength and harmony. Inspired by Deepak Chopra’s teachings on balance and inner wisdom.

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00:07:15

Understanding – Mika and the Mirror Pool (Inspired by...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/07/26

Mika the monkey misreads a moment with her best friend and begins believing a painful story. Guided by a wise pangolin and a magical mirror pool, she learns to pause, ask, and understand before assuming. Inspired by Stephen Covey’s lesson: “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.”

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00:08:20

Time – Hugo the Hippo and the Sand That Slipped Away...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/07/19

In a vibrant jungle, Hugo the hippo learns that doing everything isn't the same as doing what matters. Guided by a mystical sand timer and three wise questions, Hugo discovers how to spend his time with heart, focus, and intention. Inspired by Seneca’s wisdom on time and purpose.

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00:07:53

Co-Creation – Cosmo the Cat and the Galaxy Orchestra...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/07/12

Cosmo, a quiet forest cat, discovers his hidden power in the Galaxy Orchestra—a cosmic symphony where every being plays a part. With guidance from a stardust owl conductor, he learns that even the softest presence can hold the universe together. Inspired by Gregg Braden’s teachings on co-creation.

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00:08:31

Courage – Clover and the Crimson Wind (Inspired by...

Little Keys to the Universe ·

2025/07/05

Clover, a gentle kangaroo in the Crimson Grasslands, learns to stand up to a bully—not with anger, but with kindness and courage. With the help of a community, she faces down Trixie the Tasmanian devil and teaches the true strength of empathy. Inspired by Brené Brown's teachings.

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