Magical stories for little heroes

Every child is a Story Hero

Interactive stories that spark imagination, build confidence, and make reading an adventure your kids will love.

Why We Built It

Our Story

Story Heroes started from fond memories of being told stories as children by the people we loved most. Through those stories, we saw ourselves reflected, learned important life lessons, and felt connected to the voices we looked up to.

Those moments shaped who we are today. We created Story Heroes to share that same love of storytelling with other families, helping them create meaningful memories together through stories that teach values, spark imagination, and bring loved ones closer.

Sandra Matz

Sandra Matz

Co-Founder

Sandra Matz is a behavioral scientist and a Professor at Columbia University. Her research uncovers how digital experiences shape identity, creativity, and behavior. Sandra co-founded Story Heroes with the belief that AI can be a powerful force for good when values and human well-being are placed at its core. As a proud mom, she built Story Heroes to inspire curiosity, confidence, and emotional growth in the next generation.

Savannah

Savannah Smith

Co-Founder

Savannah combines years of media experience with a lifelong love of storytelling. As the daughter of a school teacher, she has always believed storytelling is one of the most powerful ways to teach values, spark imagination, and bring loved ones closer together. A Columbia MBA, she co-founded Story Heroes to help families share more stories and create meaningful moments together.

What Guides Us

Every child deserves to see themselves in a story.

At Story Heroes, we believe the stories children grow up with help shape how they see themselves, others, and the world around them.

Learning Through Storytelling

Stories are one of the most powerful ways to teach empathy, kindness, confidence, and important life values.

Connection

We believe stories have the power to bring loved ones closer together through shared moments, imagination, and conversation.

Representation

Every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and reflected in the stories they experience.

Meaningful Screen Time

We believe technology should encourage active participation, creativity, and family connection.

Imagination

We want every child to dream bigger, explore new worlds, and build creativity through storytelling.

Parents love it too

Join thousands of happy families on their storytelling adventure.

"Story Heroes is a wholesome, creative alternative to traditional screen time that teaches the power and magic of storytelling."

Jake T.Parent

"As both a parent and educator, I love how it builds vocabulary and creativity through play."

James T.Dad and teacher

"The personalized stories with my children's names? They think they're actually the heroes. Pure magic!"

Priya K.Mom of three
Good to Know

Questions from families

What is Story Heroes?

Story Heroes is a storytelling platform that helps families create personalized, meaningful stories children can enjoy together with loved ones.

What ages is Story Heroes designed for?

Story Heroes is designed for young children and families, with stories created to be engaging, age-appropriate, and easy to enjoy together.

Can children see themselves in the stories?

Yes, personalization is a core part of the Story Heroes experience. We believe every child deserves to feel represented in the stories they love.

Is Story Heroes educational?

Our stories are designed to teach important values like kindness, empathy, and confidence through storytelling.

Is Story Heroes intended for independent screen time?

We designed Story Heroes to encourage shared, active screen time between children and loved ones whenever possible.

How do I get started?

Create an account, customize your story experience, and begin creating stories together.

Start the adventure today

Download Story Heroes for free and unlock a world of imagination. Available on iOS and Android.

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