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Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf gather together for family game night. But what should they play? They try many different games before settling on the perfect one.

The Weirdie Triplets and Miss Emily are settling into Deadeye Manor when, against all logic, their parents return from the dead! Even worse, they want Barnacle, Melancholy and Garlic back, sparking a truly unusual effort to prove that Miss Emily is the best parent for them. Will the family get justice? Will the triplets succeed in their ridiculous fundraisers to pay for the lawyer? Why are there so many raccoons in the courtroom?

After defeating the terrifying Necromuse and his mysterious orchestra, all Amelia Jones hopes for is a return to normal. But to her surprise, her class is sent to Europe for a month of study abroad. This seems like the perfect escape from all her problems, but not long after they land in Salzburg, Austria, danger haunts their steps. A street musician claims there is something wrong with Amelia’s magic, odd visions of the past appear around the city, and Amelia finds a strange message preserved in a museum—a message she fears was left by the Necromuse.

The latest hilarious audiobook in the ever-popular Tom Gates series! Working hard on my school project, I've found out ALL kinds of interesting facts I wasn't expecting to. Stuff like: Mum and Dad got together because of cake. (Full story inside). Cats sleep for 70% of their lives. Peppermint ice cream is just wrong. (True.).

Meet Zezé—Brazil’s naughtiest and most loveable boy, his talent for mischief matched only by his great kindness. When he grows up he wants to be a ‘poet with a bow-tie’, but for now he entertains himself playing pranks on the residents of his family’s poor Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood and inventing friends to play with. That is, until he meets a real friend, and his life begins to change.

Things take a depressing turn at Deadeye Manor after the shocking return of Mr. Weirdie and the Enchantress. Barnacle Melancholy and Garlic are put to the treacherous task of finding a lost family fortune buried somewhere within the manor, only to awaken some vengeful spirits with a diabolical plan all their own. Meanwhile, Miss Emily has decided that disguising her sunny personality as a wretched criminal is the best way to rescue the triplets, only to find herself in a high-stakes roller-boogie contest with her most loathsome enemy. Listen at your own risk, and don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Another year had passed since Anna and Elsa opened the gates of Arendelle, and Olaf has a special event planned to celebrate the anniversary.

If you’re a fan of A Series of Unfortunate Events, Edward Scissorhands, or the darkest bits of Roald Dahl, the Weirdie triplets - Barnacle, Garlic, and Melancholy - will feel like old friends. After being left behind when the entire estate of Deadeye Manor is packed up for a doomed vacation cruise, the triplets have to learn how to fend for themselves.

Familie Vogel begibt sich auf eine spannende Reise nach Afrika, die schon am Flughafen voller Aufregung beginnt. Zwischen Koffern, Durchsagen und ersten Missverständnissen startet ein großes Entdeckerabenteuer. Vor Ort tauchen die Kinder in eine faszinierende Welt ein: Sie begegnen Elefanten, Giraffen, Löwen und vielen weiteren Tieren, lernen ihre Lebensräume kennen und staunen über die Natur, Geräusche und Farben Afrikas.

Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the sweet story of a little girl named Jenny taking care of her baby doll Amy; just like her mommy and daddy take care of her. Young children will enjoy listening to how Jenny lovingly takes care of Amy from morning until night time. Dressing, bathing, feeding, singing, rocking, and playing are a few of the special moments that Amy and Jenny share together throughout the day. When bedtime finally arrives, Jenny kisses Amy good night and wishes her sweet dreams, just like her mommy and daddy do with her.

Stella Batts is back! Stella is in third grade, she wants to be a writer, and her parents own a wonderful candy shop. Life should be pretty good, right? In Pardon Me, Stella needs to find a new best friend after her friend Willa moves away. But finding a new best friend is not easy. Things are looking up when she meets Evie, the new girl in town. She is going to be in Stella s class at school and she needs a new best friend, too.Stella can t wait to introduce her to the other third graders. Except when they get to school, things don't exactly go the way Stella planned....

Joey is not excited to spend an afternoon with his grandfather. He is always sad and doesn’t seem to like Joey all that much. After struggling to find something to do together, Joey finds an old chess set. His grandfather decides to teach him how to play chess. Will this game help Joey see his grandfather in a new light?

The magical storytelling and unforgettable characters in Bev Doyle and Richard Kurti's audio adaptation of this children's classic have been brought to life by many well-known voices from film, TV, radio and comedy.

கதை நேரம் (Kadhaineram): #1 Tamil Kids & Family Bedtime Stories Podcast. 🎙️ With a record 4.8/5 rating from 615+ listeners, we are the highest-rated Tamil children's show. Explore 766+ episodes of moral stories designed for co-listening to preserve Indian culture. Experience screen-free stories from Panchatantra Needhi Kadhai, Tenali Raman, Aathichudi, and Thirukkural. A Spotify India's Top Chart staple for 52+ weeks, we are the global home for Tamil heritage. Subscribe/follow for daily stories that spark your children's imagination. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

Als der Weihnachtsmann plötzlich verschwindet, übernehmen vier tierische Helden das Kommando: Bluey, Cookie, Norbert und Rudolph machen sich mithilfe einer magischen Schneekugel auf eine abenteuerliche Weltreise. Vom winterlichen Playmobil City über Bangkok und Ägypten bis nach Mallorca erleben sie spannende, lustige und herzerwärmende Momente. Mit Mut, Freundschaft und viel Humor versuchen sie, Weihnachten zu retten – und entdecken dabei, worauf es an den Feiertagen wirklich ankommt.

Alejandro is a new high school quarterback with big shoes to fill—his brother's. But none of the plays that worked for his brother seem to be working for him. With Coach J threatening to bench him, Alejandro has to come up with something good fast. His sister Izzy just might be the secret weapon he needs!

One of the best things about having parents who own a candy store is getting to be an official taste-tester. When her dad brings home Magical Glow-in-the-Dark Chewing Gum, Stella can’t wait to try it out - especially since her younger sister is already blowing bubbles and making magic-gum wishes that come true. Except the gum seems to bring Stella bad luck. First she can’t even blow a bubble, and then she falls asleep chewing a piece of gum that ends up wadded in her hair, resulting in a drastic haircut. And now her best friend, Willa, announces she’s moving clear across the country!

Amy learned a lot in her babysitting course - but not what to do if two thugs show up, intent on kidnapping. When Amy agreed to babysit little Kendra Edgerton, she had no idea she was stepping into a kidnapping plot. Armed with misinformation and a weapon, the two men force the girls out of the house and take them to a remote cabin in the woods. There they make videos of the girls and mail them to Kendra’s wealthy parents in an effort to get ransom money.

Dive into Sunday Morning Storyland, a delightful collection of short sermons crafted for children by a devoted Catholic priest. Each story beautifully intertwines with valuable lessons, imparting a moral or virtue that resonates for the week. Join us on this enchanting journey of faith and learning! (Summary by Maria Therese)

Discover a delightful collection of sixty-two short stories, many of which were originally published in The Pansy, a beloved childrens magazine. These charming tales cover a wide range of topics, predominantly revolving around children, and each imparts a valuable moral lesson. However, be advised that a few stories, including Gerties Sober Talk and Old Jack, touch on sensitive themes, such as the loss of animals. (Summary by TriciaG)