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This superlative collection of children's stories brings together a feast of fantastic fiction, read in full by a host of top narrators and with a comprehensive track listing for ease of listening. Comprising everything from fairytales for little ones to thrilling adventures for pre-teens, these unabridged readings are ideal for families to keep, treasure and dip into as their children grow.

Mole, Rat, and Badger are Toad's dearest friends even as the aristocratic amphibian's wastrel ways get him into trouble. After being arrested and sentenced to jail, he returns to his ancestral home of Toad Hall to find it overrun with stoats and weasels from the Wild Wood. But his friends haven't abandoned him yet. In fact, they've conspired to help drive the villainous vermin from his home.

Meet Lady Toad, Mistress Badger, Miss Water Rat and Mrs Mole as they go about their adventures, messing around on the river, gallivanting in Lady Toad’s shiny new toy and fighting valiantly to save Toad Hall from unruly squatters. In this retelling by Dina Gregory, The Wind in the Willows becomes a story about a group of female animals to be admired for their close sisterhood and fierce independence. Featuring original music and songs by Rosabella Gregory and sound effects captured on location, put your headphones on, sit back and lose yourself in the British countryside.

When a dragon is discovered up on the Downs, the Boy is not in the least surprised. He's always known the cave there was a dragon cave, so it seems only right for a dragon to be living in it. The Boy decides to pay a visit to the cave, and he thinks he knows just what to expect. But this particular dragon is not a bit like the ones in fairy tales!

The Reluctant Dragon is an 1898 children's story by Kenneth Grahame, originally published as a chapter in his book Dream Days. It is Grahame's most famous short story, arguably better known than Dream Days itself or the related 1895 collection The Golden Age. It can be seen as a prototype to most modern stories in which the dragon is a sympathetic character rather than a threat. The story takes place in the Berkshire Downs in Oxfordshire (where the author lived and where, according to legend, St. George did fight a dragon).

The magic unfolds from the first lines of Water Rat's soliloquy about messing about in boats in this captivating version of Kenneth Grahame's classic. Although it's generally considered a children's book, get a copy for yourself as well as the child in your life, as you won't want to give this away. Ralph Cosham's performance is a study in characterization without over-dramatization. His Ratty is breezy and lighthearted, his Mole shy and considerate. His Badger sounds just like that gruff old man you once knew who had a heart of gold. And Toad - well, Toad is perfectly insufferable.

This is a story from the Dragon Tales collection.

Immerse yourself in the captivating narration of English Vocal Artist Stephanie Poppins as you follow the adventures of Mole, Ratty, and Mr. Toad. From wild motorcar exploits to the serene life by the riverbank, this beloved tale celebrates the the idyllic English countryside, the spirit of adventure, and the bonds of camaraderie.

In an ever increasing stressful world for young children, we understand how important it is for young children to get a goodnights sleep. Which is why this collection of calming bedtime stories will help your child to relax after a stressfully day and drift off fast to a deep sleep.

Grahame’s classic is a charming satirical tale of a young shepherd boy discovering a dragon on the Downs. Besides the literature loving dragon, it has a reasonable St George and tolerant townspeople. The brilliant conversations stand out for their arresting wit.

From the author of The Wind in the Willows comes this humorous tale of a poetic dragon who defies stereotypes with the help of a bright little boy and a certain English saint....

From the author of The Wind in the Willows comes this story of a boy who befriends a lazy, but quite pleasant dragon that takes up residence nearby. When the townspeople call in St. George, the eminent dragon-slayer, to do battle, it's up to the boy to sort things out - and stick up for his newfound friend. It's a hilarious story that will have you cheering for the dragon and his pal.

When a dragon turns up in the English countryside, can the boy who befriends him help him avoid the threatened showdown with Saint George?

Kenneth Grahame's classic tale of a young boy who discovers an erudite, mushroom-loving dragon living in the Downs above his home. The two become friends, but soon afterwards the dragon is discovered by the townsfolk, who send for St George to rid them of it. St George, by this time, is quite elderly and has little interest in slaying dragons, though he resolves to do it as it is his duty. The boy introduces St George to the dragon, and the two decide that it would be better for them not to fight.

Join us on an enchanting journey through the English countryside in Jonas on a Farm in Winter, where a delightful band of animal friends—Mole, Rat, and Toad—embark on whimsical adventures that are as thrilling as they are heartwarming. While these beloved characters typically enjoy a cheerful existence, their stories are sprinkled with moments of fear, nostalgia, wonder, and spirited escapades. Though often categorized as childrens literature, The Wind in the Willows captivates adult readers as well, inviting a love for rich vocabulary and delightful language. Parents will appreciate the ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Jumping Kangaroo and the Apple Butter Cat, where a delightful band of animal friends navigates the picturesque English countryside in search of adventure—and finds it in the most unexpected ways! Join Mole, Rat, and Toad as they lead lives filled with joy, but not without their share of hair-raising moments, nostalgia, wonder, and wild escapades. Although this beloved tale is often considered childrens literature, its charm extends to adults who appreciate rich language and storytelling. Readers will discover a treasure trove of vocabulary, perfect...

Dance with a lobster, telephone an elephant or knock on a moonlit door - this collection includes magical, macabre, dramatic, funny, bizarre, absurd, delightful, moving and charming poems by Lewis Carroll, A.A. Milne, Edward Lear, Hilaire Belloc, Kenneth Grahame and many others. Readers such as Anton Lesser, Simon Russell-Beale and Timothy West bring the lines beautifully to life and make this an ideal introduction to some of the best-loved children's poetry.

To be a woman is to be half the world’s population but, in many countries, unfortunately still now and for most of history, women were decidedly second class, normally no more than chattels and the bearers and nurturers of children. As society involved into a complex and overlapping system where education and equality begin to seek space things began to change. In this volume our authors describe and reveal how life actually felt for almost all women before the recent past.

Step into a world of imagination with Dream Days, a delightful collection of childrens fiction and nostalgic reflections on childhood by Kenneth Grahame. Published in 1898 as a sequel to his acclaimed work The Golden Age, this enchanting volume features the same beloved family of five children, embarking on whimsical adventures and exploring the wonders of their youthful dreams. Among its treasures is the renowned tale The Reluctant Dragon, which has captivated readers for generations. Critics of the time praised Dream Days for its authentic portrayal of childhood—where adults remain ...

S příchodem jara se Krtek chce věnovat jarnímu úklidu, ale už po chvíli ho smýčení nebaví a vyrazí do světa za dobrodružstvím. Potká Vodní Krysu a spolu zažijí nejednu veselou historku, které vyplňují hlavní dějovou linku knihy o polepšení namyšleného, hloupého a egocentrického Žabáka. Ten porušuje jak morálku, tak zákon a nemá nikde stání. Z nudy vymýšlí každou chvíli nějaká rozptýlení, která ho ale stejně brzo přestávají bavit.