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Within the hollow wall of an old brick mansion, away up near the roof, there lived a family of mice. It was a snug little home, pleasant and quiet, and as dark as any mouse could desire. Mamma Mouse liked it because, as she said, the draught that came through the rafters made it cool in summer, and they were near enough to the chimney to keep warm in wintertime.

Gilligren was an orphan and lived with an uncle and aunt who were very unkind to him. They cuffed him and scolded him upon the slightest provocation, and made his life very miserable indeed. Gilligren never rebelled against this treatment, but bore their cruelty silently and with patience, although often he longed to leave them and seek a home amongst kinder people.

The Black Sheep is very young so he is curious about why the farmer cuts their wool off every year. "The man and his wife spin our wool into clothes to keep them warm" was the reply of a wise old ram. The little black sheep then meets the boy who lives down the lane and hears that his mother has no money to buy him a coat and he is cold in the winter so the kind little sheep asks the farmer if he will grow enough wool for 3 bags instead of the normal two, could he have one. The farmer agrees and so this is what happens. A wonderful story all around.

That wonderful storyteller Baum, of Wizard of Oz fame, tells us the delightful story behind this little rhyme and we all will feel much better knowing that the little boy had excellent reasons to be asleep that morning. Listen and enjoy the whole nifty story. Many of our most loved nursery rhymes are complete tales in themselves, telling their story tersely but completely; others are but bare suggestions, leaving the imagination to weave in the details of the story.

E se você pudesse ganhar poderes mágicos com a sua sobremesa? Neste episódio iremos até os Estados Unidos, onde conheceremos Lilibeth Miller, uma menina que sonha em ser uma grande atriz. Para realizar esse desejo, Lilibeth recorre a bombons mágicos feitos pelo misterioso Dr. Daws. Mas, quando a caixa de bombons acaba nas mãos erradas, uma série de eventos inusitados transforma o cotidiano de todos ao seu redor. Quais serão os intrigantes efeitos dos bombons mágicos? Descubra mais sobre o conto escrito por L.

Little Miss Muffet, reimagined by legendary storyteller L. Frank Baum, is far more than a simple nursery rhyme. In this whimsical and gentle tale, Miss Muffet steps off her tuffet and into a world of quiet adventures, curious creatures, and unexpected friendships. With Baum’s signature blend of gentle satire and magical realism, this version brings charm and depth to a character we thought we already knew.

Baum’s underwater adventure introduces Trot and Cap’n Bill to mermaids and sea creatures. Originally a new series, this book blends whimsy with underwater magic.

Dorothy, Toto, and a shaggy companion get lost on a strange road and encounter oddball characters. Their journey ends in Oz with a royal party—complete with Santa Claus!

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is the timeless tale of Dorothy’s journey through a magical land to find her way home. Join her and her friends on an unforgettable path of courage, heart, and wisdom.

Trot, Cap’n Bill, and Button Bright take flight to Sky Island with a magical umbrella, only to land in a realm ruled by absurdity and color-coded kingdoms. A whimsical and thoughtful fantasy.

Twinkle and Chubbins transform into birds and explore the perils and wonders of forest life. A whimsical, magical tale of nature, courage, and transformation by L. Frank Baum.

Prince Inga sets off to rescue his kidnapped parents in a journey through magical lands. With King Rinkitink and a grumpy goat, he discovers the power of bravery and friendship.

In this third Oz book, Dorothy joins Ozma and a lively crew of magical companions on a fantastical journey. Together they face enchanting lands, quirky creatures, and courageous adventures in classic Oz fashion.

When an Ozoplane launch goes awry, Dorothy and her companions are whisked into the skies for an airborne adventure. With new lands, strange rulers, and daring rescues, this tale continues the Oz legacy.

Headstrong Phoebe Daring sets out to prove a man’s innocence in this early feminist detective story for young readers. Courage, cleverness, and justice drive this gripping mystery.

A magical cloak that grants one wish stirs up royal intrigue and battles in the neighboring lands of Oz. With memorable characters and thrilling turns, Baum’s personal favorite tale delivers rich fantasy.

In Baum’s final Oz tale, a young boy discovers a potent magic word that propels him into a high-stakes adventure. The story highlights curiosity, power, and the enduring spirit of discovery in the magical land of Oz.

When magic starts disappearing from Oz, Dorothy and her friends search for the culprit. With Ozma missing and a powerful magician at large, the quest spans unknown lands, introducing new creatures and dangers in a suspenseful, imaginative adventure.

A fairy transforms into a boy and explores fantastical kingdoms, facing knights, monsters, and magic. A fast-paced, whimsical tale from the mind of Baum. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

Dorothy and her friends fall into a fantastical underworld filled with invisible bears, dragonettes, and other bizarre beings, eventually returning to the magical land of Oz. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!