European Childrens Classics

This is a story from the Grimm's Fairy Tales collection.

This is a story from the Grimm's Fairy Tales collection.

In Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale, a little fir tree realizes too late that it did not appreciate the grand moments of life - the majesty of the forest, the dazzling grandeur of its night as a Christmas tree - while they were happening...

Quando si sveglierà la Bella Addormentata? Di chi sarà una scarpina così piccola? Come mai la nonna di Cappuccetto Rosso sembra tanto strana? E poi quale nuova idea brillante avrà il Gatto? Arriveranno in tempo i fratelli al palazzo di Barbablù? Avventure di principi e principesse, lupi cattivi e bambini prodigiosi, tra boschi e castelli, fate incantatrici e terribili orchi.

This is a story from the Thumbelina and Other Fairy Tales collection.

This is a story from the Andersen's Fairy Tales collection.

Un hombre rico es evitado por las mujeres a causa de su barba azul. Un día le pide a una vecina distinguida alguna de sus hijas en matrimonio, las cuales se pasan el compromiso una a la otra, por rechazo al aspecto de Barba Azul. Pero finalmente la hermana menor accede atraída por la vida opulenta que le ofrece el ricachón. Un día Barba Azul anuncia que partirá en viaje de negocios y entrega todas las llaves de la casa a su nueva esposa, incluida la de una pequeña estancia a la que le prohíbe entrar.

This is a story from the Grimm's Fairy Tales collection.

Delve into the enchanting world of "Tom Thumb," a timeless fairy tale by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm. This classic story tells the adventures of Tom Thumb, a tiny boy no larger than his father's thumb, who embarks on incredible journeys despite his small size. Tom Thumb's cleverness and bravery lead him through a series of extraordinary escapades, from being swallowed by a cow to outsmarting thieves. Each adventure showcases his resourcefulness and determination, making him a beloved character in the world of fairy tales.

The Tale of the Golden Cockerel, (romanized: Skazka o zolotom petushke) is the last fairy tale in verse by Alexander Pushkin. Pushkin wrote the tale in 1834 and it was first published in literary magazine Biblioteka dlya chteniya (Library for Reading) in 1835. While not officially based on any specific fairy tale, a number of similar stories were later revealed by scholars, most famously by Anna Akhmatova in her 1933 essay Pushkin's Last Fairy Tale.

En un reino lejano, una pareja de reyes se preparaba para festejar el nacimiento de hija, invitando a todas las figuras importantes de su reino, excepto a un hada que era famosa por ser colérica. Enojada por no haber sido invitada a la fiesta, el hada puso una maldición sobre la bebé, profetizando que, al cumplir los dieciocho años, se sumiría en un sueño eterno.

Hans Christian Andersen’s The Fir Tree is a poignant and timeless holiday tale that reflects on the themes of longing, joy, and the passage of time. The story follows a little fir tree, who dreams of growing up and experiencing the grand adventures of life beyond the forest. As it watches the world around it change, the fir tree discovers the importance of appreciating the present moment and the bittersweet lessons that come with growing older.

"Die schönsten Märchen" - in Folge 20 dieser zauberhaften Hörspielreihe hört ihr "Der Däumling" und "Von einem, der auszog, das Fürchten zu lernen" nach den Gebrüdern Grimm.

Die schönsten Märchen - in Folge 4 dieser zauberhaften Hörspielreihe hört ihr Däumelinchen nach Hans Christian Andersen.

Die schönsten Märchen - ein Hörspielklassiker nach den Gebrüdern Grimm. In dieser Folge hört ihr Brüderchen und Schwesterchen.

Die schönsten Märchen - ein Hörspielklassiker nach den Gebrüdern Grimm. In dieser Folge hört ihr Der Hase und der Igel.

Plongez dans le monde magique et mystérieux de Hansel et Gretel par Jacob et Wilhelm Grimm, narré par Etombe Edembe. Ce conte intemporel suit deux enfants courageux qui s'aventurent dans une forêt enchantée, découvrant une maison en pain d'épices pleine de surprises et de dangers. Avec une atmosphère enchanteresse et une touche de suspense, cette histoire explore des thèmes de courage, d'intelligence et de la lutte entre le bien et le mal.

Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Hildur, The Queen of the Elves, a captivating Icelandic fairy tale by Jón Arnason. This enchanting story brings to life the legend of Hildur, a powerful and otherworldly queen whose grace and magic captivate all who encounter her. Set against the ethereal backdrop of Iceland’s rugged landscapes, the tale unfolds with a blend of mystery, folklore, and timeless themes of loyalty, love, and the supernatural.

The Snow Queen is one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved fairy tales. When young Kay is stolen away and cursed with a frozen heart, his closest friend Gerda must make her way across the daunting landscape (with the help of a strange assortment of people and animals) to free him from the palace of the Snow Queen.

One of the most famous fairytales of all time is the adventure of Jack who goes to market to sell a cow - and returns home with three beans instead. But those are magic beans, as he soon finds out - they grow straight into heaven with a gigantic stalk! A great adventure awaits Jack - and he is about to find out who he really is.