How to get the CBeebies Storytime app

About the app

CBeebies Storytime introduces children to a world of stories through beautiful, interactive story books. The app aims to inspire a love of stories in every child in the UK and support early years reading. The stories in the app promote CBeebies’ core values, with themes of inclusivity, sharing, friendship and more. There are two reading modes to choose from, so children can read independently or with a grown-up. All the stories are free to download, with no in-app purchases.

Settle down with the CBeebies Bedtime Stories collection, have fun at the beach with Mr Tumble, join Peter Rabbit and friends as they go on an adventure, have a carnival party with JoJo & Gran Gran, go on a treasure hunt with Love Monster, say goodnight with Moon and Me and more!

Storytime features playful interactions, popular CBeebies characters, well-loved authors, and high-quality stories so children can enjoy reading, playing, and learning. Our app seeks to support traditional physical books by offering a magical interactive journey that encourages a love of stories and an immersive reading experience for children.

How do I get the app?

The CBeebies Storytime app is available to download for free via the Apple, Google Play and Amazon app stores. For more information or support please do visit the CBeebies’ apps section of our Grown-ups FAQ page.

App features

  • ‘Read to Me’ and ‘Read by Myself’ options for different reading abilities
  • Download a story once and read it anytime, anywhere
  • Library including CBeebies favourites and all new stories from familiar authors
  • CBeebies Bedtime Stories collection
  • Secure parental lock for any external links
  • My Stories area for all your child’s favourite stories

Safety

Safety is extremely important to us and we value how important it is for our families. The app is free to download, completely free from any in-app purchases and features a parental lock for any external links, keeping little fingers safe to read, explore and play.

Take CBeebies Storytime wherever you go!

Once you have downloaded the CBeebies Storytime app to your mobile or tablet device, you no longer need an internet connection to read the stories. Your little one can enjoy their CBeebies stories out and about and on the go, making it perfect for long car journeys and reading anytime. You will need an internet connection to access the library to download new stories or return any you have finished .

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