A bedtime story about thunder
A thunderstorm can be frightening for a small child: the bangs are loud and come without warning. A story where the hero listens to the storm from somewhere safe, and counts the rumbles with a grown-up, helps the child feel calmer.
How to help a child who is scared of thunder
- Stay close and stay calm yourself.
- Explain simply that thunder is the sound lightning makes.
- Count together from the flash to the rumble.
- Make a cosy den with blankets and a torch.
- Play quiet music or read a story until the storm passes.
Listen to a ready-made story
Make your own story with Hushspun
Hushspun's encouraging stories include the topic Fear of thunder for ages 1–3, 3–6 and 6–9.
Choose New story, then Encouraging as the style and Fear of thunder as the topic. Your child is the hero.
Encouraging and educational stories are made when signed in. A new account gets 10 g of story wool once, enough for a first short story.
Frequently asked questions
Is fear of thunder common?
Yes, many children are scared of thunder. It usually eases as they grow.
Is there a ready-made story?
Yes. Boom Boom on the Pillow is free to listen to in the library.