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A collection of short stories for children.

Raggedy Andy raised up on his cotton stuffed elbow and whispered to Raggedy Ann, "Less have another adventure! Shall we?" And Raggedy Ann's shoe button eyes wiggled with pleasure and she whispered in reply, "Yes, Raggedy Andy! Less do!" So they tiptoed quietly to the window, climbed to the sill and catching hands jumped to the ground below, "BLUMP! BLUMP!" And so this adventure began. (From the Introduction)

The beloved Raggedy Ann stories are beloved classics about the little rag doll with the floppy body, perpetual smile and happy attitude. Well, these stores about Raggedy Andy, a boy rag doll who has those same attitudes and some exciting adventures. Read how he came into the life of Raggedy Ann and how they became best friends in the nursery. True, his enthusiasm to help gets him into some strange places with funny dolls and animals, but with the help of his friends he always comes through with a big smile as usual. - Summary by phil c

Do you have any pets? Settle down to a collection of magical animal stories that will leave your little one dreaming of bunnies, puppies and chickens.

Settle down for bed time with this collection of calming bedtime stories for 2 to 5 year olds. Each story will transport your little one to a magical adventure and get them ready to fall asleep into a deep relaxing slumber.

In this collection, Raggedy Ann tells a series of short, whimsical fairy tales to her friends. Each story is filled with magical creatures, gentle adventures, and playful lessons. Through these tales, children learn about kindness, courage, cleverness, and the value of helping others, all within imaginative, fanciful settings.

Get ready for Easter with this collection of well loved Easter stories that have been keeping children entertained for generations. Each Story has be handpicked to help calm your little one down and to keep them busy during the Easter holidays, whether your on long car journeys to see family, trying to get some work done or just want some relaxing family time.

Discover the enchanting world that began with a simple gift—a rag doll named Raggedy Ann, brought to life by the imagination of Johnny Gruelle. Inspired by his daughter, Marcella, who cherished this doll with its charming, eternal smile, Gruelle crafted the beloved Raggedy Ann Stories. These tales, accompanied by their own Raggedy Ann doll, captured the hearts of children everywhere. Though Marcellas life was tragically cut short at just 13 due to complications from a smallpox vaccine, her spirit lived on through Gruelles whimsical stories of adventure and friendship. (description by Zachary...

As I sit here, an old rag doll rests on my desk, propped up against the telephone. Its dear old Raggedy Ann—the very same doll my mother cherished as a child. With her slightly loppy and loose-jointed appearance, she gazes at me with a straightforward, honest expression, her shoe-button eyes twinkling in the electric light. Today, she seems to have attended a tea party, her face smudged with chocolate, yet she smiles happily, a testament to her enduring spirit. Though nibbled by mice who have made nests from her soft cotton stuffing, Raggedy Ann retains her cheerful demeanor, her painted ...

This exciting edition of The Raggedy Ann Stories introduces the gifted new children's narrator Jen Ponton, whose voice is the perfect fit for bringing these charming tales of love, friendship, and adventure to a new generation!

Although Raggedy Ann looks like an ordinary doll, Raggedy Ann Stories chronicles her extraordinary adventures. In one instance, she bravely rescues the family dog, Fido, from the dogcatcher. On another occasion, she falls into a bucket of paint and finds herself in need of new stuffing, then is stitched back together with her famous “I Love You” heart. From flying high off the ground inside of a kite to mentoring the other dolls in the nursery, the adventures are endless. Raggedy Ann has proven herself to be an iconic companion across generations.

Classic short stories featuring favourites from the animal world.

Enter the magical animal world through the imaginations of Beatrix Potter, Rudyard Kipling and E. Nesbit, beautifully retold by Nicki White and Matt Stewart.

A collection of favourite short stories for young listeners brought to life by Nicki White and Matt Stewart.

A collection of classic children’s stories to delight and entertain.

Before Toy Story warmed our hearts with toys coming to life after their children left the room, Raggedy Ann was the first to show the exciting and endearing world of a toy's life. Join lovable Raggedy Ann and her friends as they venture on amazing adventures together, inspiring good morals, friendship, and joy to young listeners.

A selection of lesser known beautifully crafted short stories about our feline friends from E. Nesbit and one from Johnny Gruelle.

A collection of classic children's stories to delight and entertain including tales of dragons, elves, gingerbread, naughty dolls and one camel with a hump.

Humorous retelling of the adventures of Raggedy Ann.

Long before talking toys that were best of friends came to the big screen there was an illustrator named Johnny Gruelle who encouraged imagination. He created a loveable set of siblings named Raggedy Anne and Andy who come to life when no one is looking. These are the stories of this duo along with their friends Uncle Clem, the French Doll, Henny, and Susan. They are visited by a rocking horse, the Easter Rabbit and Santa Claus.