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Bebeto hears his parents planning for his sister Ana'a birthday. He sets up a wonderful surprise for Ana!

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Observers of Ramadan fast from sunrise to sunset. Asef faces a lonely day at school while fasting for the first time.

Benny is going to his friend Maria’s birthday party. He wants to get the perfect gift, but that’s not easy. What will he give her?

Brought to you by Puffin. Why is Matilda worried about being on the naughty list? What happens when years after the creation of his original marvellous medicine George’s granddaughter Gigi decides to make her own potion? And how does Charlie plan to celebrate Christmas at the chocolate factory?...

From Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Christmas with Princess Mirror-Belle, the exciting adventures of a princess with a difference. Ellen gets a big shock when her reflection climbs out of a mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess...

Twenty-five more timeless Christmas stories from Enid Blyton. Nobody captures the spirit of Christmas like Enid Blyton. The excitement of singing carols, exchanging gifts and a bit of her trademark mischief can all be found in this festive collection. Stories include The Pantomime Wolf...

'If you feel as though your life is lacking a bit of poetry, this is an excellent place to start' – The Times Allie Esiri’s audio anthology, A Poet for Every Day of the Year, is the perfect introduction to 366 of the world’s greatest ever verse writers. Perfect for listening to together as...

From award–winning author Glennette Tilley Turner comes the little–known story of Harriet Tubman’s daring rescue of her enslaved brothers on Christmas Day. This historical children's audiobook about the legendary Underground Railroad conductor, abolitionist, and suffragist was written...

When Alyssa must spend the summer with her aunt, uncle, and bratty cousin Emily in Willow Falls she thinks it’s a good time to start over. She’ll be turning 13 after all. What Alyssa doesn’t know is that this charmed town has something big in store for her on her 13th birthday.

By the influential relationship therapist and bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace, this story will help young kids learn to express their own needs rather than people-pleasing. Avery loves to make people happy—so much so that she often ignores her own wants and needs. If a...

Just as Christmas arrives, Winnie learns an unforgettable lesson about sacrificial love and God's Christmas gift to the world.

From author Pamela Jane comes a delicious Halloween treat for readers to enjoy! Perfect for fans of The Spooky Wheels on the Bus and Ten Timid Ghosts. Over in the forest Where the trees hide the sun Lived a big mommy monster And her little monster one. From monsters to ghosties to goblins...

Jim and Della are a poor couple, struggling to make ends meet. When the holidays roll around, Jim decides to sell his most prized possession to give his beloved the gift of her dreams. Della does the same for Jim, much to the surprise of the other. O. Henry's classic tale of sacrifice and true love rings in this wonderful season of hope and happiness in an unforgettable way.

O. Henry wrote many stories, but this, the story of two "ultimate gifts", is his most famous.

In O. Henry's classic story about Christmas and the holiday spirit, a young married couple deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money...

Two-time Caldecott Honor author/illustrator Lane Smith tells a whimsical story about a little rabbit searching for the best gift for someone very special. A thoughtful little Rabbit sets out to find the perfect gift for his Nana. He knows she will love anything he brings her but Rabbit wants...

The Christmas Gift by Oliver Optic is a charming and heartfelt tale that embodies the true spirit of the holiday season. This timeless story takes readers on a journey of love, generosity, and the joy of giving. Set in a cozy, snow-covered village, the narrative captures the warmth of family and community during Christmas and delivers a powerful message about the importance of kindness and selflessness.

It's Christmas Eve and Andrew is upset. His father won't let him open his gifts early. So Andrew and his little sister, Lindsay, run away to the woods. As they venture deeper into the forest, Andrew and Lindsay hear a thundering, gravelly voice, "Who's s-s-s-sitting on my b-b-b-belly?" It was a troll with orange spiky hair!

Experience the heartwarming magic of the holiday season with The Magic Christmas Gift by Frances Margaret Fox, brought to life by the captivating narration of Tiffany Perdue. This enchanting story weaves together the joy of giving, the wonder of surprises, and the warmth of family traditions. At its heart lies a mysterious Christmas gift that brings unexpected joy and transforms a winter’s day into a memorable celebration.