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One treat a day! A 23-volume series of 365 treats: stories, facts, questions and answers, and science experiments for young listeners.

A fascinating collection of 365 space facts that take children on an amazing journey through the stars, planets, and galaxies—perfect for young space enthusiasts and curious minds.

An exciting introduction to the world of science, this book is packed with fun facts, colourful illustrations, and easy explanations that spark curiosity and inspire young learners to explore the wonders of the world around them.

Discover the key theories and milestone developments in the field of geography – the study of Earth’s diverse landscapes and climates, and the ways in which we have interacted with them through history and across the world. Applying the series’ accessible approach to the subject, The...

365 Inventions that Changed the World is a fascinating daily journey through the most important discoveries and innovations that have shaped human history. From the invention of the wheel to the rise of artificial intelligence, this audiobook brings to life the brilliant ideas, curious minds, and breakthrough moments that revolutionized how we live, work, and think. Each segment features a short, engaging story or fact about an invention, making complex concepts easy to understand and exciting to explore.

Did you know the moon is a satellite? In fact, the moon is the Earth's only natural satellite. Children will learn about lunar phases, eclipses, lunar exploration and the moon's effect on the Earth.

How do robots think? What makes a calculator add numbers? What's inside a smartphone? Kids Encyclopedia of Technology is the perfect introduction to the world of gadgets, machines, and inventions! Packed with fun facts, easy explanations, and references to colorful illustrations, this audiobook answers all the questions kids have about the technology we use every day—from tools and machines to computers and robots.

Who takes dust baths? Who wallows in the mud? Who basks in the sun? Try to pick up on the unique habits of different animals.

Children will explore fun facts about different zoo animals. Did you know a family of lions is called a pride? Or, that the cheetah is the fastest land animal. From a lion to a parrot, this book teaches children about all of their furry zoo friends!

Discover how things are built and how machines work! This audiobook introduces kids to basic engineering concepts through interactive illustrations and simple ideas that make learning fun and hands-on.

What's the biggest planet in our solar system? How does the sun keep us warm? What are black holes and why do they exist? Kids Encyclopedia of the Solar System is the perfect guide to the stars, planets, galaxies, and all the incredible wonders of space! With fun facts, colourful illustrations, and clear explanations, this audiobook answers all the big questions about our solar system and beyond.

This audiobook introduces the offspring of a number of different animals.

Children will explore monster machines including a bulldozer, tractor, big rig, monster truck and mores. From a bulldozer to a monster truck, this exciting book teaches children all about big, powerful machines!

Books are made with paper. But what if we tried to make a book with metal? Copper, tin, gold, silver—would any of those materials work to make a book? Find out more about metal, its properties, and how it is produced. Then decide if you really could make a book out of metal.

What's that steady booming echoing through the mountains? It's the heavy footsteps of a troll. Humans should beware of these creatures' terrible, destructive powers. Have you ever wondered how trolls are born and grow up? What foods they prefer to feast on? What mischief fills their time? Wonder no more! Embark on daring journey to learn all about trolls.

Did you know that there are two kinds of shuttle astronauts? One is a pilot astronaut and the other is a mission specialist.

A seed is like a little package—it has everything that it needs to make a new plant. Learn how tiny seeds can grow into big, leafy foliage.

A raging wildfire burns thousands of homes. A violent earthquake creates a giant tsunami that destroys countless lives. A giant tornado wipes a small town off the map. Discover the true stories of people who survived these terrible disasters and lived to tell the tale in this book from the Fighting to Survive series.

Clouds come in all sorts of types, including cumulus, cumulonimbus, stratus, and cirrus. Learn how to tell each cloud type apart.

A boy rides a bicycle down a dusty road. But in his mind, he envisions himself traveling at a speed beyond imagining, on a beam of light. This brilliant mind will one day offer up some of the most revolutionary ideas ever conceived. From a boy endlessly fascinated by the wonders around him, Albert Einstein ultimately grows into a man of genius recognized the world over for profoundly illuminating our understanding of the universe. Jennifer Berne and Vladimir Radunsky invite the reader to travel along with Einstein on a journey full of curiosity, laughter, and scientific discovery. Parents and children alike will appreciate this moving story of the powerful difference imagination can make in any life.