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When a farmer’s sons search for gold in the field, they discover the real treasure lies in honest work—one of many inspiring tales in this book.

When Paddington returns from his trip to Peru, he doesn’t waste any time getting back to business. The Stock Exchange, the ballet, the barber’s shop, Mr. Curry’s kitchen...nothing is safe when Paddington gets to work. First published in 1966, Paddington at Work is the seventh novel by...

Yo and his father are leaving to visit the aquarium, but it's too cold outside to walk! Instead, his father wants to take the subway. Will Yo enjoy his first ride on a subway train? Will they make it to the aquarium in time?

Yo and his grandfather have car trouble on their way to the movies–their car breaks down! John the tow truck driver helps them move the car to a repair shop. Yo tells John the car made noises then the car stopped. John shows Yo how a tow bar slides under the car, and a lever lifts the car up onto the truck to be taken to the repair shop! How did the lever help make John’s work easier?

Doctors, nurses, and people who work in hospitals use stethoscopes to listen to their patients’ hearts and bodies. It makes sounds loud so the doctor can hear better. Yo’s mother has an old stethoscope that Yo uses to listen to her own heart and stomach. Yo places it on her head. What sounds will she hear? Find out what else Yo can hear with the stethoscope!

Max Axiom has a mission. The local university is hosting a conference to teach kids about science careers. Join Max as he meets an astronaut, an oceanographer, a virus hunter, and many other scientists that have amazing jobs to do.

Smith Wilkinson was an actual 10-year-old factory worker when he started his first job at a Rhode Island cotton mill more than 200 years ago. It was common for children to work in factories during the Industrial Revolution. This is what Smith might have said about his life.

Live through a raucous and stinky night in the life of a New York City garbage truck. What fun it is to keep the city clean, by eating a special recipe of alphabet soup!

Have you ever wondered how buildings are created? Architects have to use lots of different shapes in order to build a structure. Many geometric shapes are needed to create building designs. Can you find the different shapes in historical landmarks from all over the world?

Yo wants to know why the road is being dug up—he sees a lot of machines and empty pipes! With the help of the construction workers, he learns how workers build and repair the water pipeline under the streets and roads where Yo travels—to carry water to all the homes and buildings that need it!

Dive into Librivoxs enchanting Childrens Short Works Collection 024, featuring a delightful array of 15 short stories for children. Each tale is brought to life by a talented group of Librivox narrators, offering timeless stories that inspire imagination and wonder.

Dive into LibriVox’s enchanting Children’s Short Works Collection 010, featuring a delightful assortment of 15 short stories for children. Each tale is brought to life by a talented group of LibriVox members, making it a perfect listening experience for young imaginations.

Dive into a delightful collection of childrens tales crafted by the talented E. Boyd Smith. This enchanting journey begins with his captivating retelling of the Story of Noahs Ark, followed by the legendary tale of Pocahontas and Captain John Smith. Experience the charm of farm life as we accompany a hen hatching her chicks, and join Bob and Betty on their whimsical adventures visiting their uncles farm, exploring the seashore, and discovering the wonders of ships and trains. The collection concludes with a captivating overview of American history, spanning from its early days through the ...

Join an unlucky Munchkin boy named Ojo on a thrilling adventure through the magical land of Oz as he embarks on a quest to gather the ingredients for an antidote to the Liquid of Petrifaction. This mysterious substance has turned his beloved uncle, Unc Nunkie, and the wife of its creator into lifeless marble statues. Accompanied by a colorful cast of characters—including the whimsical patchwork girl Scraps, the courageous Dorothy, Dr. Pipts Glass Cat, the lovable Woozy, the Shaggy Man, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Woodman—Ojos journey leads them to the Emerald City in search of the Wizard of...

The skeletal system is made up of about 206 bones. But what exactly is a bone? And how do bones help your body function? Explore the skeletal system in this engaging and informative audiobook.

Join the clever and daring young aviator, Dave Dashaway, as he embarks on thrilling adventures in the skies. In this final installment of the beloved Dave Dashaway series, accompanied by his loyal friend Hiram Dobbs, Dave takes on several daring flights and enters an exciting contest for a grand prize. This aviation tale, full of excitement and bravery, is sure to captivate young readers and inspire their imaginations. Written by Weldon J. Cobb under the Stratemeyer Syndicate pseudonym Roy Rockwood. (Summary from the original book jacket and Scott Danneker)

Beginning readers will love this I Can Read adventure starring a doggy construction crew! The text has been gently adapted from James Horvath’s picture book of the same title. Top dog Duke and his busy crew of construction worker dogs have a big day ahead of them as they race to repair a road...

Tilly has an exciting opportunity to groom for a top eventer at an international event. It's inspiring to be around so many famous horses and riders, although she misses her horse Magic Spirit and the Silver Shoe stables. Then disaster strikes, and she realises how much she needs teamwork to turn the day around.

There has been a huge festival and no end of rubbish has been left behind - everything from sunglasses to shoes, drinks cans and bottles. Who would have thought humans could leave so much behind, not bothering to recycle? The Wombles have their work cut out for them.

Discover the joy of storytelling with LibriVox’s Children’s Short Works Collection 016. This delightful anthology features 15 enchanting short tales for children, all read by a talented array of LibriVox members. Perfect for sparking imagination and nurturing a love for reading!