# The Elephant's Child by Rudyard Kipling — A Calming Bedtime Story for Sleep & Insomnia | Books at Bedtime

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Podcast: [Calming Anxiety | Guided Meditation, Sleep Hypnosis & Panic Attack Relief](https://stenobird.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief-98140)
Published: 2026-07-25T11:36:09+00:00
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## Resource

Drift off to a soothing bedtime story for grown-ups and little ones alike: Rudyard Kipling's "The Elephant's Child," read in full as part of Coffee Break for the Soul, within our Books at Bedtime collection. If you're looking for a calming audiobook to quiet a busy mind, ease insomnia, and help you fall asleep naturally, let this gentle classic carry you gently into deep, restful sleep. From Kipling's beloved Just So Stories, "The Elephant's Child" follows one small elephant — full of 'satiable curiosity — on a journey to the great grey-green, greasy Limpopo River, to discover at last how the elephant got its trunk. Read slowly and warmly by Martin Hewlett of Calming Anxiety, the familiar rhythm and repetition of Kipling's storytelling is perfect for winding down, relaxation, and letting go of the day. Whether you keep it for bedtime, a quiet coffee-break moment for the soul, or simply a peaceful audiobook to relax to, this Books at Bedtime reading is here whenever you need to slow down and rest. Close your eyes, breathe slowly, and let the story do the rest. Sweet dreams… and be kind. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/calming-anxiety-guided-meditation-sleep-hypnosis-panic-attack-relief--4110266/support . Ready for More Calm? Thank you for listening to the Calming Anxiety Podcast , featuring guided meditation , mindfulness , and sleep hypnosis sessions with Martin Hewlett. Our mission is to provide you with proven tools for anxiety relief , stress reduction , and a path toward deep relaxation . Use this episode anytime you need to calm your mind and feel more at ease.

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