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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.

Brought to life by Meryl Streep and a full cast, this beloved book by E. B. White, author of Stuart Little and The Trumpet of the Swan, is a classic of children's literature that is "just about perfect."* Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. These are the words in Charlotte's Web, high up in Zuckerman's...

Kayo discovers how to carry on Grandma's spirit when she helps Gramp with the maple syrup harvest.

Grace and Alice are helping their family make maple syrup! After making mistakes all day, Grace wants to prove she is responsible enough to help mix the syrup all night. Will Grace be able to help make the syrup and get to have the first taste? After all, the first taste is always the best taste!

In 1889, a wealthy Jane Addams saw people in her hometown who did not live as comfortably as she did and opened a settlement house to help them.

Nelly’s grandfather has been fighting in the Revolutionary War for a long time. He’s on his way home now, and the whole family wants to make it special! Nelly doesn’t know what she should do. After trying to help her family, she ends up causing more trouble than help.

Korinko and Mejooli are two brothers from Kenya. In this story, they venture out into the wild to collect honey from a beehive. And with the help of the trusty Honeyguide bird, they are successful.

Dominic's family is house hunting, and he is not excited about the prospect of moving. Still, when the family of three looks at a large Victorian home, Dominic is intrigued and starts to explore it on his own. Before long, he meets what can only be described as a ghost!

Selection of finest wild animal stories for Children.

Selection of the finest wild animal stories for children.

Turn restless nights into calm, heartwarming memories with Magical Bedtime Stories for Kids: Sweet Dreams Collection, featuring 24 soothing tales designed to ease anxious minds, spark imagination, and guide little dreamers into peaceful sleep. Each story invites your child into comforting worlds where friendship, courage, and kindness shine, helping them understand that every emotion can lead to growth, peace, and joy.

Meet Dimple, a spirited nine-year-old girl who thrives on being the center of attention. Alongside her playful companion Bubbles, a vibrant little girl who serves as both friend and helper, Dimples world is filled with fun and games. However, when her cousin Florence arrives for a visit, the two girls embark on a delightful adventure. But as rainy days confine them indoors, boredom sets in, sparking a series of unexpected escapades and mischief. Join them on a journey of friendship and imagination! (Summary by Diana Majlinger)

Every night becomes a heartwarming adventure with 5-Minute Bedtime Stories for Kids, a comforting collection of short tales that fill bedtime with kindness, courage, and calm. Each gentle story helps little listeners unwind while learning values that last a lifetime. Written by storyteller Lisa Bloom, this collection turns bedtime into a nightly ritual of learning, love, and laughter—stories your child will treasure night after night.

End bedtime struggles for good with Sweet Dreams Edition—a heartwarming collection of 40 gentle, 5-minute tales designed to help children unwind, feel loved, and drift peacefully into sleep. Each story teaches timeless lessons through magical adventures and kind-hearted characters—making every night a blend of calm, connection, and quiet joy. Parents will love how this audiobook transforms restless evenings into moments of stillness, gratitude, and laughter shared before lights out.

The first middle grade novel from Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’ (now a popular Netflix film), is a funny, heartwarming story perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Ali Benjamin, and Holly Goldberg Sloan. Patricia “Sweet Pea” DiMarco wasn’t sure what to expect...

Revenge is sweet! For as long as she can remember, Mai has spent every summer in Mystic, Connecticut visiting family friends. And hanging out with her best-friend-since-birth, Zach Koyama, was always the best part. Then two summers ago everything changed. Zach humiliated Mai, proving he wasn’t a friend at all. So when Zach’s family moved to Japan, Mai felt relieved. No more summers together. No more heartache. But this year, the Koyamas have returned and the family vacation is back on.

Dear old Miss Lavendar has a heart as young and merry as Anne's own. But living in the woods with only her maid for company has made Miss Lavendar rather lonely. Can Anne do anything to bring love back into her life?

This exciting pioneering story, based on actual events, introduces readers to a fascinating chapter in American history, when FDR set up a New Deal colony in Alaska to give loans and land to families struggling during the Great Depression. Terpsichore can’t wait to follow in Laura Ingalls...

MVP Sadie knows what it takes to win—both on the court and in the kitchen. But when Coach Walsh gets sick and has to temporarily leave school, Sadie’s suddenly at a loss. What will she do without Coach’s spot-on advice and uplifting encouragement? Luckily, Sadie’s got Peace, Love, and Cupcakes on her side. Her friends know that the power of friendship—and cupcakes—might be just what Sadie needs!

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