For some reason, many are convinced that acquaintance with the work of Leo Tolstoy must begin in adolescence / youth. Indeed, it was then, in their opinion, that one could fully understand the novels War and Peace, Anna Karenina, or Sunday. But only true experts in literature know that Leo Nikolaevich has wonderful stories for children. If you are not familiar with the “childish” Tolstoy, feel free to read our selection!

• "Bulka and the wolf." Despite the very small volume of the work, the story is intriguing from the first word. The action takes place in the picturesque Caucasus. It is here, on the last night before the hero’s departure, that a very mystical incident takes place. The wolf decides to steal and strangle the little pig. Brave dogs rush to save the poor animal. But here the question arises: is it really a wolf? .. Read the story ...
• "Shark". With this story, Tolstoy wanted to show us how one solution can save people's lives. That is exactly what the brave artilleryman did on the ship. Seeing a shark in the ocean, he immediately decided to shoot a cannon to save the lives of two swimming boys. It all ended well. Therefore, always, when someone needs help, you need to act immediately! Read the story…
• “Girls are smarter than old people.” A kind, bright and instructive story that is worth reading not only to children, but also to adults. The essence of the work is that sometimes you need to behave like a child - quickly forget everything bad and continue to enjoy life. Little Malashka and Shark, their mothers and villagers will teach you this. On their examples, you will understand that not because of all the problems you need to swear and scandal. Read the story…
• "How my aunt talked about how she had a hand-held sparrow - a zinger." “We are responsible for those whom we tamed” - this phrase can be considered the main meaning of the whole story of Tolstoy. An amazingly bright work in which three sisters try to save, feed and raise small sparrows. With this story, the writer wants to show his reader that each of us is obliged to take care of our smaller brothers under any circumstances! Read the story…
• "As Uncle Semyon talked about what happened to him in the forest." One day, Uncle Semyon went to the forest to get firewood for himself. Only here is bad luck - the snow fell, and the blizzard broke out ... The hero did not know then how to get home again. As if in a real fairy tale, a trio of horses and two brave young men suddenly appear. They agreed to bring Uncle Semyon, but then something mystical happens ... And what exactly - you will find out only by reading! Read the story…
• "How the trees walk." A small but very interesting story. In it, the reader learns how the young bird cherry "fought" for its life with an old and decrepit linden. “If you want to live, know how to spin”, probably this phrase can be considered the main meaning of this Tolstoy's work. Read the story…
• "Like a boy talking about how he stopped being afraid of blind beggars." An instructive story that every child needs to read. The main character was always afraid of blind beggars. It seemed to him that they could seize him and take him somewhere. But once, thanks to his mother, he was able to overcome this fear and, finally, to understand that blind beggars are people like us. Only their life is significantly different from ours. Read the story…
• "A man’s story about why he loves his older brother." In this touching story, Tolstoy shows us true fraternal relations. Not afraid of army life, difficulties and dangers, the elder Nikolai goes to the call instead of the younger. In his opinion, Petrushka has not yet been full of family life. Realizing the essence of what happened, the younger brother understands how much he loves and values ​​Nikolai. Read the story…
• Bedbugs. This story of Lev Nikolaevich can be called very humorous. In it, the main character is trying to come up with an effective method of fighting against bedbugs. But the outcome of this battle of the century you will know only when you read this little piece to the end! Read the story…
• "Apple trees." In this story, Tolstoy draws a parallel between people and trees. So, in his opinion, when the veins “cut the veins”, the tree loses its strength and soon dies. The same thing happens with a person, so you should always try to relate with all the warmth and awe to all living things! Read the story…

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