The Bedtime story project began as a result of the desire of the students at Hot Springs Middle School to become a part of the solution to the American literacy crisis. After much discussion and thought, the students decided that one way more reading could take place would be to read a short story each night before you went to bed. This is something some of the students are familiar with, but a lot of the students had never experienced.

All of the stories and podcasts included in this project are original works and recorded by the authors. Please enjoy them over and over and spend time reading together every day.

All in A DaysWork
by: Crystal O.

A humorous story about a young girl and her ice cream money.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

A Band Called Nirvana
by: Brad B.

This is a story about the players in the band Nirvana and the mishaps and life happenings that occurred along their journey as a band.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

A Day to Remember
by: Shakela S..

A story about a girl who runs away thinking that life has to be better elsewhere. She discovers that home is where she’d rather be.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Long Lost Life
by:Caitlin D

A story about an Indian boy that discovers his real mother and family.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

My Mommy Loves Me
by:Cheyenne H.

A story about how much a mother’s love touches a child’s heart and life.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Daisy and Her Monsters
by:Kaley B.

story about a young girl, her fears and how she overcomes them.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Why Can't I Read
by:Doris T.

A story about a young gir’s realization that reading is the key to all the things she wants in life.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

The Gummy Tree
by:Jessa T.

A fanstasy journey through a magical place.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

My Meamorphosis
by:Katie W..

A poem about change and growing up.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Is This Really a Journey
by:Ashle J..

A story about an orphan escape.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

At the Cemetary
by:Cassidy H.

A Halloween tale.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Haunted Forest
by:Courtney K.

A story about a young girl who runs away from her fighting parents. She meets many creatures along her journey through the haunted forest. 

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Dark Lives and Evil Secrets
by:Matt M.

A story about friends and misunderstandings.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

I Have Twelve Brothers
by:Camille B.

A story about a large family and their lives together.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Lost Mind Found
by:Kadijah M.

A story about a child’s struggle to better himself.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

A Make Believe Story
by:Kei Airrah R..

A story about childhood fears and family.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

The Moving Rats
by:Keion M.

A fun story about rats and their adventures.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Lynle Bear's Big Mistake
by:Kaylah H..

A story about telling the truth.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Old Mr. Holloway
by:John A. P.

A story about acceptance. 

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Princess Hannah and Prince Troy
by:Marquashia J.

An unlikely love story about a young princess and a deer that can talk.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Frank the Duck
by:Shaina L.

A touching story about belonging .

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

The Three Charmings
by:Brenna L.

A new twist on a familiar fairytale

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Life is Not A Fairytale
by:Keonka E.

A story about teenage friendship and acceptance.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Life of a Frog
by:Abby B.

The humorous truth about the life of a frog.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Santa and Jr.
by:Shelton S.

A story about outgrowing Santa Clause

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Too Much of a Good Thing
by:Cody W.

A humorous story about a boy that gets bullied, takes vitamins and holds his own in school.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Taking Out the Trash in the Jungle
by: Grace A. B.

A story about two siblings that have an adventure taking out the trash.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Benjamin
by: Tyler H.

A heartfelt story about friendship, tree houses and loss.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Hula Hoop Through Time
by: Josh C.

An adventure of friendship and time travel.

No Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Lesson One
by:Sarah C.

A story of friendship.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

A Trip to the Bamboos
by: Theresa O. & Alyssa H.

An adventurous Christmas tale.

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

The Haunted Castle
by: Amber B.

[Short Description]

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

The Moon
by: Todd M.

[Short Description]

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

Mommy I Want
by: Paige M.

[Short Description]

Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)

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by: Author N.

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Story Audio (mp3) | Book (pdf)