Twelve Little Tales

​A monthly kit created to help parents, children, homeschool and in-school educators the world over to experience the magic of storytelling.   

Sale! your first digital or hybrid Tale for free
or your first Tale in the mail for 1/2 off. 
storytelling sets • postcards and stickers • face masks • cross back aprons • art prints 
perfect for storytelling with ages 3-7 and creative writing for grades 1-4 or beyond
Under these unusual global circumstances storytelling can be a way to ease anxiety and remember the magic of the season, wherever in the world we may be. As adults we benefit from telling stories and imagining adventures almost as much as the children do. 
As the creator of Twelve Little Tales I am committed to Black Lives and what must be a lifelong pursuit by all of us for justice and the end of systemic and institutional racism. - Marna
The August Tale introduces us to a young person named August. August lives near a pond and meets some glorious fish friends. Magic is afoot here...
The August Tale comes in he/him and also in a they/them version this time. 
Twelve Little Tales in home or at school
(or our new combination of the two ;)
Please let me know if you'd like to subscribe as a teacher to share the digital tales with your class. The stories I offer are simple, the stories they come up with in response are whatever they want them to be. 
"Twelve Little Tales is a refreshing and magical invitation into the world of story for young children. I used the tales as creative writing prompts for my 2nd and 3rd graders. They loved diving into a magical land through Marna’s lovely storytelling and then being given the invitation to take over as storyteller as they chose their favorite of various story starters on beautifully illustrated story-starters. They produced more rich and imaginative writing than with the average journal prompt or story starter."
Annie A.
Third Grade Teacher
Mountain Sage Community School
​"Thank you so much for creating Twelve Little Tales! Our family LOVES them. I've never been a great storyteller, however, these prompts and story starters help me spin an enchanting tale that my kids love! I'm so grateful, thank you!" - J

Storytelling and magic for all


Adventure Story Set!
Choose from
• a full set in the mail - $23/month
• the digital set - $7/month
• or the hybrid set (Digital tales/postcards and stickers in the mail) - $9.50/month
For:
• Parents who wish for a little help making up their own stories
• Homeschool families to use for storytelling with little children and creative writing for the bigger kids
​• Grades teachers to use as creative writing prompts for their classroom - and for anyone wishing for a little adventure!
Available in the mail or as a digital download. Every month a second story is available in English, Spanish, French and sometimes Dutch.
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An example of the Adventure Set! If you want to try your hand at storytelling this will guide you on a new adventure each month.
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Starter Tale
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Story-starter Cards
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Story-starter Cards
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Creative writing sheet (1 for each card to download and print)
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Postcards and stickers available in the full set or hybrid
  • Beautifully illustrated story prompts delivered to you monthly. 
  • No previous storytelling experience required. Everything you need to start storytelling confidently is included with more tips and tools on the blog. 
  • For storytelling with your children, or in the classroom or for homeschool kids to use for creative writing. 
  • Find balance in screen culture by incorporating this simple practice into your daily routine, proven to increase presence, spark curiosity and creativity.
  • Strengthen your child’s language and listening abilities with as few as ten minutes a day and as little as $7 a month. And the most magical part of all - being present with each other. 
  • Available in English, Spanish and French.
Childhood - the most precious of times.
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Children are being encouraged to grow up faster than ever before. Our story kits are helping parents and children all over the world to savor the magic of childhood using the ancient art of storytelling.

Each kit comes with a gorgeously illustrated story starter and 12 prompt cards available in three languages, to gently guide you on your storytelling journey each month.
With just a few minutes a day, your child will become more deeply engaged in the storytelling process, as parents and children alike will imagine together and be present together - a gift they’ll carry with them into all areas of life.

Subscribe today and receive your first digital kit free. ​
Testimonials from inspired storytellers:

“Your tales are a rare combination of delightful characters, endearing story lines and beautiful artwork. The children that I work with are always excited when I pull one of your stories out. Thank you for creating such a lovely opportunity for connection between adult and child through storytelling! " Melinda K. - Preschool teacher

“I just printed my first story and if you are like me and always liked Twelve Tales but never ordered, don't hesitate any longer. I knew it would be beautiful but now I know I am going to be subscribing for a long time. They are just amazing.” - I

"The Twelve Little Tales brings so much warmth into our home. We read the stories and enjoy displaying all the amazing cards that come with it. My son already recognizes the package when we get it in the mail and he gets so excited! What I love the most about it is that we get to enjoy these stories in our native language (Spanish).” -C
How Twelve Tales works
  • Every month, your story telling package will be delivered to you by email or snail mail, depending on your subscription, and will include your starter story, 12 illustrated prompt cards, and depending on your option can have postcards and stickers.
  • Read the starter story, and choose one of the 12 prompts to continue the tale.
  • Continue the story, using the rest of the prompts, or let your children tell their own. Some of our storytellers use the prompts as creative writing assignments in their classroom or homeschool lessons.
  • Share your story with our community of storytellers! Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to get inspired by other stories and illustrations.
A Note From our Founder and Story Creator, Marna Widom

Everyone is a storyteller. 
Storytelling can sometimes be difficult in the beginning.
When I first started, I had wonderful intentions but couldn't think of a thing to say! I didn't have a lot of confidence and didn’t trust my ideas. Now I know that anything that I made up would have delighted my child to no end. Our children are just eager to imagine with us! 
This is why I created Twelve Little Tales--to help other parents and teachers feel confident and equipped for their own storytelling. The content I create is simple, timeless and based in nature and seasonal wonder, while leaving room for all of your ideas and creativity. 
Your children will love your stories!
Each month you’ll receive a new story and as you weave tales through the month you will get better and better at telling stories together.
​Confidence is often our biggest deterrent - but try to remember, for children, an adult giving them undivided attention is one of their most favorite things. And then look at their faces as soon as you start imagining with them and you will know everything is going ok :)

Whether you have little ones at home, older homeschool children, a classroom full of young kids or even adult language learners! - you will find your own way of working with the tales. And always ask questions if you have them. I'm happy to help!

Join our community of storytellers all over the world that have rediscovered the magic of childhood through this ancient practice. 
Happy storytelling!
- Marna
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