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A phonic audiobook is the perfect beginner audiobook for kids learning to sound out words. With cheerful narration and simple stories, children will enjoy building confidence as they listen along, one sound at a time!

The First People had only four lights to illuminate the world. The First People asked First Man and First Woman to give them more daylight. In this traditional Navajo story, learn how First Man and First Woman created the sun, moon, and stars to give light to the First People.

The sun and the wind have a rocky but fulfilling friendship.

Abandoned on the Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a burning wish to be a journalist. Finding an abandoned printing press, he and his friends Saif, Vinod, Yasmin and Jai create their own newspaper: The Mumbai Sun. As they hunt down stories for their paper, the children uncover corruption, fight for justice and battle to save their slum from bulldozers. But against some of the most powerful forces in the city, can Ajay and his friends really succeed in bringing the truth to light? Not to mention win the most important cricket match ever.

A girl named Nina celebrates her birthday with her family and enjoys eating chocolate mice—her favorite treat! When she wants more, her mother says that she must wait a year. Eager with anticipation, she celebrates other holidays and enjoys the seasons. By her sixth birthday, she can't wait to enjoy the chocolate mouse treats again!

Yo visits the beach with his mother who reminds Yo they need to use sunscreen to protect their skin from the sun. Yo wonders why his mother tells him to drink water–then Yo gets very thirsty! Yo sweats in the summer weather and learns sweating is good for the body. Yo jumps in the water to cool off! He wants Lips, his dog, to jump in, too. Find out if Lips takes a swim in the ocean!

In the second book in this series, Drake and the other three Dragon Masters (Ana, Rori, and Bo) continue their training. But Ana's dragon, Kepri, is sick. The wizard tries to make her feel better, but his potions are not working. Drake's dragon, Worm, must use his special powers to take the Dragon Masters across the world in search of a cure. What made Kepri sick? Will the Dragon Masters be able to save her? And what dangers will they face along the way?

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series for chapter book readers is ready to whisk you away across the world with Jack and Annie--this time to save sea otters after a shark attack! Magic Tree House is the perfect series for kids ready to transition from leveled readers and picture books to...

Fable the dog loves to run, sometimes off into the woods, so his owner uses a whistle to keep track of him.

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away through time with Jack and Annie! Magic Tree House #35: Camp Time in California The magic tree house whisks Jack and Annie to the Yosemite National Park in 1903. They are surprised to join John Muir and President Theodore...

Young Galen views ordinary objects from a different perspective through the eye of his camera.

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What do you know about the sun? Give curious kids a first look into space.

What was the pandemic of the century like at the start? This swift, gripping novel captures not only the uncertainty and panic when COVID first emerged in Wuhan, but also how a community banded together. Weaving in the tastes and sounds of the historic city, Wuhan’s comforting and distinctive...

Dive into the enchanting world of Evelyn Sharp, a master storyteller whose fairy tales transcend the ordinary. In this captivating collection of eight longer narratives, Sharp artfully delves into the intricacies of motivation, mood, and plot. Her characters come alive, evolving into relatable figures rather than mere sketches, making each tale a rich exploration of the human experience. Join us as we journey through these beautifully crafted stories that promise to linger in your heart and mind. - Summary by Phil Chenevert

Once upon a time, there lived a humble husbandman with so many children that he struggled to provide them with food and clothing. Among them, the youngest daughter stood out, her beauty unmatched and captivating. One fateful Thursday evening, as a storm raged outside, something unexpected tapped three times on the window. The father ventured out to investigate and was met by a magnificent White Bear. Good evening! said the Bear. Will you give me your youngest daughter? In return, I will transform your poverty into wealth, he promised. This enchanting collection of old Scandinavian fairy tales ...

This story narrates a triumph of bravery and endurance in an intense battle under the blazing sun, symbolizing resilience and the power of the human spirit.

Dive into Under the Sunset, a captivating anthology featuring eight enchanting fantasy tales from the brilliant mind of Bram Stoker, renowned for his classic, Dracula. Originally intended as a collection of childrens stories, these narratives delve into the darker, moodier, and sometimes chilling aspects of fantasy. Several of the stories in this collection are celebrated as some of Stokers finest works, showcasing his unique ability to weave magic and suspense. Join us on this mystical journey where shadows dance and imagination reigns supreme.

This narrative nonfiction book by the creator of the acclaimed Sea Bear and Yoshi and the Ocean celebrates the awe-inspiring 18,000-mile migration of one of Earth’s most amazing animals—the Arctic tern. With bodies home to hollow bones and weighing about the same as a handful of sand, Arctic...

On a beautiful sunny day, Bagpuss and his friends leave the shop behind for a joyful picnic in the countryside. Madeleine the rag doll, Gabriel the toad, Professor Yaffle, and the mice from the Marvellous Mechanical Mouse Organ all come along — and, of course, Bagpuss himself, a little bit sleepy but full of love. Originally published as a picture book in 1975, Bagpuss in the Sun is now brought to life as a gentle, lovingly narrated audiobook — capturing the warmth, quiet mischief, and handcrafted charm that made Smallfilms a beloved part of childhood.