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Grace has grown up in slavery. As difficult as life on the Virginia plantation is, at least she has her family: Momma; her younger brothers, Thomas and Willy; Aunt Sara; and Uncle Jim. When she overhears Master and Mistress plotting to sell her brothers, she and her family decide to run away that same night. But without time to plan their escape and go north along the Underground Railroad, their only choice is to head deep into the woods of the Dismal Swamp.

Follow Emily the barn owl on an extraordinary journey through her life in the fields, unveiling the fascinating world of these secretive and enchanting creatures, written in rhyme and narrated by the much-loved poet, Pam Ayres. Did you ever see us, in these fields and grassy places? Sensed our...

One hundred and one numbers race each other up the apple tree. As the numerals pile up, suddenly bad bumblebees come buzzing. Numbers tumble out every which way. What number will save the day?

The Bird and the Elephant is a poetic philosophical journey that starts with a chance encounter between and a bird and (that's right, you guessed it!) an elephant. Join their journey as they step through the jungle talking their way through 10 philosophical subjects.

This beloved nursery rhyme tells a story that is both a bit scary (she lost her sheep!) and funny (they lost their tails!). The poor tiny girl, trying to do a job that is quite hard for her with her short legs, becomes bewildered. But help is there in the shape of an old lady who plays a trick on her, telling her that her sheep have lost their tails which she must find and somehow put them back on. Will the distraught little BoPeep find the missing tails? And if she does will she be able to re-attach them? Listen and learn!

Making story listening fun with short rhyming stories. Get with the rhythm - children will love them!

Created by award-winning, bestselling duo Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet, Snowball is a brilliantly funny audiobook. This hilarious rhyming story is perfect for Christmas! A lonely young snowball, stuck at the top of a mountain, decides to visit the local town for a bit of fun – but on his way he...

¿Te acuerdas de las canciones que te cantaban cuando eras niño para dormir? Porque no hay momento más dulce que el del beso de buenas noches... te hemos seleccionado algunas de las canciones y juegos de falda más conocidos para cantar y disfrutar con los más pequeños de la casa justo antes de ir a dormir.

Join Rene and Glumfoot at the Café at the Edge of the Woods – this time with some unexpected visitors beneath the floorboards … When Rene hears gnawing, clawing and scratching sounds from underneath the café, she just can't ignore them. Using every skill she can muster, she lays an...

Stuff is a visually rich, fun adventure, set to rhyme and in a Scottish castle, that revolves around the lives of Lord and Lady McStash and their young daughter, Flora, each with a very different attitude towards accumulating stuff. The story explores multiple themes - the ups and downs of hoarding clutter, the resourcefulness of children, entrepreneurship, the value of experiences over materialism, the wonder of the natural environment and, not least, the power of love!

When Horace the Elephant turns 11 he celebrates in grand style by inviting his other animal friends to a splendid party. There are games, fine music and the promise of a magnificent feast to come. But little does Horace know that when the time comes for the birthday banquet, a most curious mystery will be revealed.

Генрих Сапгир написал ещё увлекательные сказки. Некоторые из них вошли в книгу "Сказки о Дракончике и другие истории". Дракончик превращается в мороженое, от Овечки Почемучки убегает даже Серый Волк, а выводок утюжат способен преобразить не только жизнь Мишки, но и целый мир! Для младшего школьного возраста.

When five little men come to visit Earth from outer space, they don’t like what they see. Finding a planet that is spoiled and neglected, the little men fly away, one by one. Luckily, by the end of this much-loved counting song, the world becomes a better place to visit - and the five little men may even have had something to do with it!

You gotta know the rules to play the game. Ball is life. Take it to the hoop. Soar. What can we imagine for ourselves? What if we were the star players, moving and grooving through the game of life? What if we had our own rules of the game to help us get what we want, what we aspire to, what will enrich our lives? The Playbook is intended to provide inspiration for kids ages 10 and up to help them succeed on and off the court.

Pete the Cat’s cool adaptation of the classic children’s song "Itsy Bitsy Spider" will have have young listeners laughing and singing along. The itsy bitsy spider climbed up the water spout. Down came the rain.... As the itsy bitsy spider struggles, Pete and his friends know just what to do...

Embark on a delightful adventure with The Little Gingerbread Man by George Haven Putnam, a timeless tale of whimsy and charm. When a mischievous Gingerbread Man comes to life, he sets off on a lively journey through the countryside, evading everyone he meets with his quick wit and speedy legs. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, each eager to catch him—until a clever fox changes everything.

Teddy wakes on the morning of the forest parade with excitement—and a small flutter of worry in his belly. What if his feet are clumsy? What if he trips while everyone is watching?

Sometimes it's hard to find the right words. This poetry anthology provides the antidote, offering calm, hope and peace to all. Focusing on positivity, this is the perfect collection to dip into whenever you need a boost. Containing a selection of classic poems from Langston Hughes, Walt Whitman, Emily Dickinson and Christina Rossetti, as well as contemporary poems chosen by Sarah Crossan - the go-to verse novelist in the UK - this beautiful audiobook will lift your spirits time and time again. An essential book and the perfect gift for anyone in need of comfort, joy and hope.

Locomotive is rather a big word for little people, the grown-ups may say, but this cheerful book from Poland is no ordinary 'youngster.' It is simply a book which the children will love—and one which they, better than any grown-up, will understand. The stories are called Locomotive, The Turnip and The Birds' Broadcast – and that is exactly what they are about. They are addressed directly to the budding engineer, gardener and ornithologist amongst the younger generation – but first and foremost to the book-lover and the poet in every child.

Young children will love to listen to over 20 classic nursery rhymes coupled with authentic sound effects and lively music. “Humpty Dumpty,” “Little Miss Muffet,” “Jack and Jill,” “Mary Had A Little Lamb,” “Georgie Porgie,” “Old Mother Hubbard,” “Mary, Mary Quite Contrary,” “Wee Willie Winkie,” and others will help young listeners learn early literacy skills necessary for school success.