Bedtime Story: The Ugly Duckling

The Ugly Duckling. This story by Danish writer and poet, Hans Christian Andersen tells about a swan that is born into a family of ducks and he is rejected because he is considered ugly. Eventually as he grows up, he sees his reflection in the water and realizes that he wasn't a duck after all - he has grown to be the most beautiful swan in the pond. It is a classic tale of searching for one's own identity and the importance of living true to one's passion. The duckling remains determined to swim and eventually finds his true tribe where he is appreciated and seen for who he truly is.

Background Music by Jeff Woodall Pond 5.

Reviews

Thank you! Such a beautiful story so beautifully read. 🤍🦢

It put me to sleep immediately. Thx Ms.Glenda!Have a beautiful sleep!!

I don't think I've heard this version of the story. So grateful you shared it with us. I wonder why they started watering down children's stories so much?

Loved it! Your voice is so soft and nice and helped me go to sleep right away! Thank you so much.

Love your voice!

Such a great story ! Her voice is so very very soothing. Pace is perfect for bed time and relaxing. Thank you !!

That was lovely, thank you.

I have listened to that story many times over the last few weeks and your voice has lulled me to sleep before I’ve reached 1/2 way. Today I listened while sitting looking out my window at a cool Winter day. Not only was the story so poignant but your narration was exquisite.
Many thanks.❤️

It was the best story I have ever listened too! Thank you so much!

I wonder how many times I will hear this lovely story before I know how it ends. Thank you Glenda!

Thank you for sharing 💙

Love they story

Lovely story thank you

I love this story and thank you for being such a great teacher

What a wonderful way for one to relax and realize there is more to all of us than what first may appear.

:-):-)Loved it puts me to sleep right away

I like the idea of the ugly duckling story as a meditation session

I loved it !!! The voice was oh so peaceful for my kids and I this is a beautiful story and a lovely storyteller so I hope you enjoy because this was truly great.

The best story ever thanks so much

This was amazing and had me drifting off to sleep in no time.