Showing results for "The Life of Words" in Children's Audiobooks

In 1933, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party rose to power in Germany. The Nazis terribly persecuted Jews and other groups of people. They murdered millions of Jews across Europe during World War II. A preteen girl named Anne Frank and her family managed to hide from the Nazis for two years. During this time, Anne wrote about her experiences almost every day in her diary. Discover the courage of Anne and her family during one of the most horrific times in history.

A young man gets a sliver from a strange book. That night, beneath the glow of a full moon, the man transforms into the Word Eater. The beast prowls the streets, searching for words to eat. If the Librarian doesn't stop it, every word and every thing on earth could disappear.

In this extraordinary new tale from Peter H. Reynolds, Jerome discovers the magic of the words all around him—short and sweet words, two-syllable treats, and multisyllable words that sound like little songs. Words that connect, transform, and empower.

This biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. brings his life and the profound nature of his message to young children through his own words. Martin Luther King, Jr., was one of the most influential and gifted speakers of all time. Doreen Rappaport uses quotes from some of his most beloved speeches to tell the story of his life and his work in a simple, direct way.

From the time he was a young boy roaming the forests of the unsettled Midwest, Abraham Lincoln knew in his heart that slavery was deeply wrong. The passion for humanity that defined Lincoln's life shines through in this portrait of a truly great American president.

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Delve into the lives of the first 23 Presidents of the United States with this engaging collection of biographies written entirely in one-syllable words. This unique approach not only captivates young readers but also serves as a fantastic resource for ESL learners. Discover how this charming book, reminiscent of the early 20th century, makes history accessible and fun for all. - Summary by Mark Dykshoorn

Dive into the inspiring life story of George Washington, a man whose personal journey is intricately linked with the history of the nation he helped shape. This book offers not just a look into the American Revolutionary History but also an intimate portrayal of the Father of his Country. Carefully crafted to engage young readers, the book seeks to offer a clear and compelling picture of Washingtons exceptional character and invaluable contributions to the nation. Discover how he became an enduring symbol of American values and leadership in a story that unfolds within a childs comprehension.

Zulaikha hopes. She hopes for peace, now that the Taliban have been driven from Afghanistan; a good relationship with her hard stepmother; and one day even to go to school, or to have her cleft palate fixed. Zulaikha knows all will be provided for her "Inshallah," God willing. Then she meets Meena, who offers to teach her the Afghan poetry she taught her late mother. And the Americans come to her village, promising not just new opportunities and dangers, but surgery to fix her face. These changes could mean a whole new life for Zulaikhabut can she dare to hope they'll come true?

Maggie Yates tells her best mate Moya everything. She tells her about Mum losing her job - how Mum’s taken to crying in secret. She even tells her about her foolproof plan to cheer Mum up: find her a fella with cash to splash. Moya’s with her every step of the way. I’ll help, she smiles. Though you're surfing a rainbow if you think someone like that exists round here. But at the back of her mind Maggie knows that Mum's crying is more than sadness. That there are no easy fixes. And that she shouldn’t be speaking to Moya any more. Because Moya died months ago.

Quiet outsider Tillie is known around school for using her camera to find lost things, but when a boy named Jake needs help finding his dad, Tillie faces her biggest challenge yet. Ever since Tillie Green's car accident left her with a severe limp, she's kept herself hidden behind her camera. Through the lens, she watches her family and classmates, spotting the small details and secret glances that tell a much bigger story than what people usually see. Students call her "Lost and Found", because her camera knows when you last had your headphones.

Gala and her dad, Jordi, have just moved from home in Cataluña to a town in Scotland, to live with Jordi’s boyfriend Ryan. Gala doesn’t speak much English, and feels lost, lonely and unable to be her usual funny self. Until she befriends Natalie, a girl with selective mutism. The two girls find their own ways to communicate, which includes collecting other people’s discarded words. They use the words to write anonymous supportive poems for their classmates, but then someone begins leaving nasty messages using the same method – and the girls are blamed.

Joe Odin is the world's greatest guesser, a carnival legend who can tell you your weight, your profession, or your favorite brand of whiskey with nothing but a glance and a grubby dollar. He uses his flamboyant style of deduction to peer into small-town secrets and unravel his favorite puzzles of all - murders.

Words are powerful at any age: from the moment we start to talk, we’re told to "use our words." But using your words isn't just about asking for something; it's about communicating one's needs—emotionally, spiritually, and practically—and connecting to the world around us. Harold Green III's Words Are My Superpower offers practical advice for younger listeners on how the words they choose have the power to change not just their own lives but others'.

Der kleine Lord, von Frances Hodgson Burnett, gelesen von Stefan Heckmann. 1886 veröffentlichte Frances Hodgson Burnett mit Little Lord Fauntleroy (dt. Der kleine Lord) ihr erstes Kinderbuch, das sowohl vom Publikum als auch von den Kritikern begeistert aufgenommen wurde und lange Zeit auf Platz eins der Bestsellerliste rangierte. Der Roman wurde nach der Erstausgabe in vielen Sprachen sehr erfolgreich und ist mehrfach verfilmt worden. Das Buch war auch für die Autorin ein großer Erfolg.

Nagroda Szwedzkiego Radia dla najlepszej książki dla dzieci. Sasha ma dwanaście lat. Marzy o tym, by zostać królową śmiechu. By zostać comedy queen. Jej mama często mawiała, że niektórzy ludzie mają funny bones, czyli zabawne kości. Dzięki temu rozśmieszanie innych przychodzi im z łatwością. Tyle że mama Sashy już nie żyje. „Comedy Queen” to cudowna opowieść o miłości, odwadze, tęsknocie i śmiechu. Wzruszająca, zabawna i doskonała. Jenni Jägerfeld jest w Szwecji uważana za współczesną Astrid Lindgren i nie ma w tym porównaniu ani odrobiny przesady.

Ein neuer Tag voller Action im XXL-Spieleland! Familie Vogel trifft auf Chase von der Paw Patrol, flitzt über Müllberge bei Kakerlaloop, rätselt sich durch „Wer ist es?" mit Paw Patrol-Figuren und sucht Zwillinge im wilden Dobble-Spiel. Wer hat die schnellsten Pfoten und das schärfste Auge?

In diesem bunten Hörspiel-Abenteuer erleben Emma, Hannah und Julian spannende XXL-Spielrunden mit beliebten Figuren wie Chase von der Paw Patrol oder Billy Biber! Von wackeligen Baumstapeln über verrückte Fragen im Super Mario-Quiz bis zu rutschigen Rettungsaktionen – Action, Spaß und Teamwork stehen im Mittelpunkt.

Missy’s mother has gone back to school to pursue her dream of becoming an artist. Missy’s father works in advertising and takes Missy on secret midnight excursions to Harlem and the Village so she can share his love of jazz. The two write poems for each other—poems that gradually become an exchange of apologies as Missy’s father’s alcohol and drug addiction begins to take over their lives.

Aidan doesn't talk with words. He uses a tablet, tapping buttons with pictures to show what he means. When Mama taps "Park . . . now?" Aidan quickly taps back "Yes." And after Aidan twirls and twirls in the grass until he can no longer stand, he taps, "All done." Not everyone understands their family's unique way of communicating, though. Some think that because Aidan doesn’t say words, he doesn’t know words. But verbal speech isn’t the only way we can connect with others. We can use tablets and letter boards, facial expressions, hand gestures, and written words.