# The Little Bear's First Long Sleep

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Podcast: [Kid’s Bedtime Stories Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kid-s-bedtime-stories-podcast-7100845)
Published: 2026-07-12T05:31:12+00:00
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Duration seconds: 650

## Resource

Meet Bramble, a little bear who is afraid of his very first long winter sleep. When the leaves turn gold and the wind grows sharp, Bramble confides in Old Silas, a wise grizzled bear who teaches him that hibernation is not something scary — it is a cozy gift the forest gives you, full of warm dreams and gentle rest. In this educational bedtime story for kids ages 5 to 10, children learn about bear hibernation, how animals prepare for winter, and why sleep is never something to fear. Through soft narration and tender storytelling, kids discover that growing up sometimes means learning to trust the quiet, the dark, and the people who love them. A perfect bedtime story for little ones who worry about nighttime, this tale turns the mystery of sleep into a warm adventure. Snuggle in, breathe slow, and let sweet dreams find you tonight. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Opening 1:37 - Meeting Old Silas 3:47 - The Wisdom of the Long Sleep 7:01 - Bramble's First Slumber 9:11 - The Lesson & Goodnight 10:49 - End TOPICS: bears, hibernation, winter sleep, bedtime, fear of the dark, growing up, forest animals, comfort, cozy Age Range: 5-10 years #KidsBedtimeStories #BedtimeStory #Bears #Hibernation #WinterStories #ChildrenPodcast #EducationalPodcast #KidsPodcast #SleepTight #GoodnightStory --- 📻 Listen to Hustle Studios Radio 24/7! 🎧 Live stream: https://radio.hustlestudios.net/live 🔊 All our podcasts — playing back to back, anytime!

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