# CBeebies Storytime — Bedtime stories for kids

> Interactive storybooks for children with popular characters and educational themes. (iPhone/iPad app by BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbeebies-storytime/id891730883 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BBC Media Applications Technologies Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/377382258)
- Category: Entertainment, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.32/5 from 67,513 App Store ratings · 70 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-08-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbeebies-storytime/id891730883/reviews.md

## What is CBeebies Storytime?

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. All the stories are free to download, with no in-app purchases.  

Children can settle down with the CBeebies Bedtime Stories collection, go on a big sleepover with the Vegesaurs, take an exciting adventure with the Octonauts, set off on a woodland walk with the Colourblocks, save the day with Supertato, have fun in the snow  with Mr Tumble, wind down with Bing and Hoppity Voosh, go on a detective adventure with Numberblocks, take a trip to the theatre with Alphablocks, earn your story badge with Hey Duggee, travel back in time and meet the dinosaurs with Andy, join Peter Rabbit and friends as they go on an adventure, go on a treasure hunt with Love Monster 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.

APP FEATURES:

- Different reading modes for different reading abilities
- Download a story once and read it anytime, anywhere
- Library including CBeebies favourites and 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
- BBC Account sign in function

READ ANYWHERE:

No Wi-Fi? No problem! Downloaded stories can be read offline and on-the-go, so whether you are at home or out and about, there are no limits! You will need an internet connection to access the library to download new stories or return any you have finished.

STORIES IN THE LIBRARY INCLUDE:

Original children’s stories and books from CBeebies favourites include:

Alphablocks: No Nap Spell
Andy’s Adventures: Andy and the Baby T-Rex
Biff & Chip: Superheroes
Bing: Hoppity Voosh and the Moonkeeper
Colourblocks: Silly Colouring Adventure
Hey Duggee: The Story Badge
JoJo & Gran Gran: It’s Time for Carnival
JoJo & Gran Gran: It’s Time to Catch the Bus
Little Bo Peep’s Library Book by Cressida Cowell
Love Monster: Treasure Hunt
Moon and Me: Friends, Always
Moon and Me: Goodnight, Friends
Mr Tumble at the Beach
Mr Tumble at the Park
Mr Tumble in the Snow
Musical Storyland: Three Billy Goats Gruff
Numberblocks: One Great Mystery
Octonauts Above & Beyond: Harpy Eaglets
Olanna’s Super Senses by Destynee Onwochei
Peter Rabbit: The Tale of the Unexpected Discovery
Pinchy the Dragon by Olly Pike
Supertato: Evil Pea’s Giant Plan
Today I am Five and a Half by Caleb Femi
Vegesaurs: Ginger's Big Sleepover

BBC ACCOUNT:

Sign in with your BBC account and enjoy everything the BBC has to offer. You can also create more than one child profile and your child can enjoy all their downloaded games on multiple devices. 

PRIVACY:

This app sends anonymous performance stats for internal purposes to help the BBC improve your experience. You can choose to opt out of this at any time from the in-app Settings menu.

If you install this app you accept the BBC Terms of Use at:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/terms

To read the BBC’s Privacy Policy go to:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/privacy

CBeebies Apps Privacy Notice: 
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/grownups/cbeebies-apps-privacy-notice

## Key features

- Interactive storybooks
- Popular CBeebies characters
- Offline reading
- Multiple reading modes
- Parental lock
- My Stories area

## Recent user reviews (10 of 70)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cbeebies-storytime/id891730883/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Stories disappearing

*2026-05-06, version 14.2.1*

My 3yr loves this app we use it every night for story time but every day there is a story missing off the app very disappointed

### 5/5 — I'm had a great time but I'm missing so much nostalgia 😓😭😞😓

*2026-04-06, version 14.1.8*

I like it but where's Rastamouse?

### 5/5 — I love this app

*2026-04-03, version 14.1.8*

I have a little cousin he wanted to play something on my tablet but he was to young so I downloaded this app he loves it every time I see him and I have my tablet with me he wants to do it if you have small children you should get it it’s completely free thankyou

### 2/5 — Old app is better

*2026-04-02, version 14.1.8*

The old one was the goat it as quizzes that the end  of each book why did you delete them! But you can sill play the Charlie & lora one I wish I had the old app

### 1/5 — Why you change?

*2026-02-18, version 14.1.7*

I loved the Topsy and Tim story you removed it it hate this game now which is ashame cuz it was my fav now yo change

### 5/5 — Where is the Jedda Pass

*2025-11-08, version 14.1.1*

Hi my name’s Iris and I’m 10 and  my little sister likes this app But where are all the good stories? There used to be so many cool ones like Hey Duggy and topsy and time and they’re gone now. Where are they

### 5/5 — Great game

*2025-08-02, version 14.0.1*

I love this app

### 5/5 — Number blocks

*2025-07-26, version 13.2.1*

One of my favourite stories and favourite 
Video to watch

### 1/5 — Doesn’t even open now

*2025-07-02, version 13.1.0*

We used to love using this app, our little one would choose a story and love us reading it to her or the app reading it and the choice of bedtime stories. However, for the last month or so we have not been able to open the app on iPad or iPhone, it simply stays on the coloured (blue/green) screen and nothing else.

### 1/5 — Blank blue screen on iPad

*2025-06-29, version 13.1.0*

No longer works on iPad - just loads a blank blue page.

## Frequently asked questions about CBeebies Storytime

### What is CBeebies Storytime?

CBeebies Storytime provides children with a library of interactive storybooks featuring popular characters and themes. It aims to encourage a love of reading and support early years literacy through engaging content.

### Is CBeebies Storytime free to use?

Yes, all stories in CBeebies Storytime are free to download and use. The app does not contain any in-app purchases.

### Can I read stories offline with CBeebies Storytime?

Yes, you can download stories once and read them anytime, anywhere, even without a Wi-Fi connection. This makes it convenient for reading on-the-go.

### What age is CBeebies Storytime suitable for?

CBeebies Storytime is suitable for children aged 4 and up. The app offers different reading modes to accommodate various reading abilities.

### How often is CBeebies Storytime updated?

The app was last updated on April 20, 2026, with version 14.2.1. Updates typically include new stories and feature enhancements.

### Does CBeebies Storytime have ads?

No, CBeebies Storytime is ad-free. The app is designed to provide an uninterrupted and safe reading experience for children.

### What kind of stories are available on CBeebies Storytime?

The library includes original children's stories and books from CBeebies favourites like the Octonauts, Numberblocks, Alphablocks, and Peter Rabbit, covering themes of friendship, sharing, and adventure.

### Can parents control access to external links in CBeebies Storytime?

Yes, CBeebies Storytime features a secure parental lock for any external links, ensuring a safe environment for young users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 14.2.1 — 2026-04-20

We've been busy making your CBeebies Storytime experience even better. Check back soon for a brand new update!

### 14.1.8 — 2026-03-23

We’ve given the CBeebies Storytime app a magical makeover for Easter! Feast your eyes on Easter eggs, bunny ears and colourful bunting as you select your favourite stories.

### 14.1.7 — 2026-02-02

We've been busy making your CBeebies Storytime experience even better. Check back soon for a brand new update!

### 14.1.5 — 2026-01-05

We’ve been busy making your CBeebies Storytime experience even better. 
Check back soon for a brand new update!

### 14.1.4 — 2025-12-11

CHRISTMAS UPDATE: We’ve given our CBeebies Storytime app a magical dusting of festive cheer this Christmas with three wonderful stories from CBeebies show Musical Storyland, ‘Mr Tumble in the Snow’ and the classic poem ‘The Night Before Christmas’ by Clement Clarke Moore.

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