From stories, we cultivate curiosity and nurture hearts.

The hive of childhood learning.

Where storytelling, science, and beauty converge.

What is StoryBee?

A hive of stories, science, and shared learning.

StoryBee is a digital hive of beautifully crafted picture books designed to spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and nurture young minds. We transform complex knowledge into simple and joyful narratives for young learners with beautifully crafted illustrations.

1000+ Picture Books and Growing

Our library spans over different subjects, appropriate for each learning level, including science, history, arts, geography, emotional learning, and many more.

Built on Brain Science

We use storytelling, dual coding theory, and inclusive illustration to help children learn deeply and remember joyfully.

Free & Open to All

StoryBee is used in homes and classrooms across 15+ countries, with new stories added consistently.

Featured Stories

Newest Collection - Grade 4+

StoryBee’s Foundational Series

Essential ideas, beautifully told.
This curated collection transforms complex topics, from atoms to empires, supply chains to monetary policy, into artful picture books for young learners. Each story introduces one knowledge concept, lighting up a new branch on the Knowledge Trees.

The Foundational Series is thoughtfully designed to build clarity and confidence as children grow toward advanced programs like AP, IB, or A-levels.

By blending storytelling, design, illustration, and learning science, our mission is to spark lasting curiosity, emotional depth, and joy in learning.

Kindergarten - Grade 3

StoryBee’s Open Access Library

1000+ original curriculum-based picture books. A free collection of beautifully illustrated picture books, designed to spark early curiosity and build strong learning habits. Aligned with trusted curriculum from around the world. The books are gently, joyfully, and at a child’s pace.

Voices from the Hive

From classrooms in Kenya to kitchens in Canada, StoryBee is reaching hearts and minds around the world.

190+

Countries reached

"I use StoryBee in my classroom every week. My students love it. In a world with scarce quality learning resources, StoryBee stands out by helping to democratize knowledge."

— Ms. Lu, Grade 1 teacher, China

1,000,000+

"These books encouraged my daughter to ask questions. They sparked her curiosity and helped satisfy it."

— Zoe, parent of a 5-year-old, Canada

Pages read by children

1,000+

Picture books

“What impressed me is how systematically the books are structured. They align beautifully with school curricula across the world covering many different aspects of knowledge, yet still feel playful and alive. It was a great honor to participate in creating the children’s picture book Fireworks, which advocates for children’s mental health awareness.”

— Dr. Xiang, physician, Canada

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