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In the spirit of a dream, many immigrants of color set out across continents, oceans, and borders, travelling to the United States in pursuit of opportunity. This audiobook is a celebration of 13 American immigrants of color, from world-famous to local heroes, politicians, surgeons, athletes, activists, and more.

In January of 1963, Sharon Robinson turned 13 the night before George Wallace declared on national television "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever" in his inauguration for governor of Alabama. That was the start of a year that would become one of the most pivotal years in the history of America. As the daughter of Jackie Robinson, Sharon had incredible access to some of the most important events of the era.

In her memoir Do You Dream in Color?, Laurie Rubin looks back on her life as an international opera singer - who happens to be blind. From her loneliness and isolation as a middle school student to her experiences skiing, Rubin offers her young listeners a life story rich in detail and inspiration drawn from everyday challenges. Beginning with her childhood in California, Rubin tells the story of her life and the amazing experiences that led her to a career as an internationally celebrated mezzo-soprano.

Experience the greatest breakthroughs in science, with the DK Science Stories series. On the battlefields of World War I, soldiers are dying from infected wounds. A young doctor witnessing the devastation vows to find a cure. In his messy laboratory a decade later, he makes an accidental...

This is the true story of Shannen Koostachin and the people of Attawapiskat, a Cree community in Northern Ontario, who have been fighting for a new school since the late 1970s when a fuel leak contaminated their original school building.

Have you ever heard of the “Mercury 13” women? Did you know that nearly twenty years before the first women were let into NASA’s astronaut program, there were others who tried? What are the requirements for being shot into space, piloting a hunk of metal while carrying the hopes and fears of your nation? Mastery of flying, as well as courage, intelligence, resistance to stress, and fitness – any checklist would certainly include these. But when America created NASA in 1958, there was an unspoken rule in place....

Lots of Jacqueline Wilson's characters are well-known and well-loved by thousands of listeners: Hetty Feather, Ruby and Garnet, Pearl and Jodie, Elsa, Lily and, of course, the brilliant Tracy Beaker! But how much do you know about Jacqueline herself? Jacqueline takes a look back at her own childhood and teenage years in this captivating story of friendships, loneliness, books, family life and much more. She explores her past with the same warmth and lightness of touch that make her novels so special.

Inspire your young daughter to follow her dreams with simple, engaging stories about the most impactful women scientists, to listen to at home or on the go. The women who changed science forever started out as little dreamers with ambitions of making differences in their fields. With their...

Inspire your little one to follow their dreams with simple, engaging stories about talented people through history, to listen to at home or on the go. Some of the most influential people in history started out as little dreamers with something they wanted to change. With their unique ideas and...

Inspire your little one to be passionate about the environment with simple, engaging stories about impactful people in environmental research and campaigning, to listen to at home or on the go. The most famous environmentalists started out as little dreamers with wild hopes of changing the world...

Inspire your little one to follow their musical dreams with simple, engaging stories about the biggest names in music, to listen to at home or on the go. The most famous musicians started out as little dreamers with wild hopes of making it big. With their unique ideas and fun personalities, they...

Inspire your little one to follow their musical dreams with simple, engaging stories about the biggest names in music, to listen to at home or on the go. The most famous musicians started out as little dreamers with wild hopes of making it big. With their unique ideas and fun personalities, they...

Inspire your little one to be passionate about the environment with simple, engaging stories about impactful people in environmental research and campaigning, to listen to at home or on the go. The most famous environmentalists started out as little dreamers with wild hopes of changing the world...

In 1945, when Jella was tasked with what seemed like an insurmountable challenge―to create a haven of imagination and joy for the children of a Germany scarred by war—she turned to a steadfast companion: books. As a Jewish woman who had fled from the Nazis, Jella was determined to restore a sense of childhood to the young people who had only known conflict and violence. Despite constant obstacles, Jella persevered, and with the help of publishers and children from around the world, she amassed an extraordinary collection of 4,000 children’s books in pursuit of her mission to promote peace.

Little People, Big Dreams® erzählt von den Lebensgeschichten beeindruckender Persönlichkeiten: Ob visionärer Wissenschaftler, wegweisende Modedesignerin, mutige Aktivistin oder rebellische Schriftstellerin, sie alle haben Großes vollbracht. Dabei begann alles, als sie noch klein waren – mit Mut und großen Träumen.

Inspire your young daughter to follow her dreams with simple, engaging stories about the most impactful women scientists, to listen to at home or on the go. The women who changed science forever started out as little dreamers with ambitions of making differences in their fields. With their...

Introduce your child to the work of Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy.?? By expertly reimagining eight of the bard’s most famous plays, Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works. With insightful and engaging storytelling combined with...

Introduce the little ones in your life to the inspiring story and unstoppable spirit of Dolly Parton with this powerful anthem, YOU ARE A DIAMOND. You are fabulous, baby! A true diamond in a rhinestone world. Through engaging narration and vibrant narration, this audiobook beautifully...

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is You Are Fearless: A Book for the Littlest Taylor Swift Fans. This uplifting read-aloud is a heartfelt wish for all children and a timeless introduction to the Grammy Award-winning and multi platinum singer...

Inspire your little one to follow their dreams with simple, engaging stories about talented people through history, to listen to at home or on the go. Some of the most influential people in history started out as little dreamers with something they wanted to change. With their unique ideas and...