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Dear old Raggedy Ann! The beloved rag doll who comes to life and along with the other toys in the nursery has a series of exciting adventures. Generations of children have listened round eyed and open mouthed as Raggedy Ann flies away on a kite, rescues the family dog from the pound, helps the hens hatch out chicks and lands up in the paint pot. Johnny Gruelle (1880-1938) was an American artist, cartoonist and children's author. One day his daughter Marcella found a dusty, faceless rag doll in the attic.

This unabridged recording contains all the original Raggedy Andy stories as Andy is reunited with his sister, Raggedy Ann, and brings a dance, a pillow fight, and a taffy pull into the lives of the other dolls.Andy bravely ventures into the gutter to find the penny dolls, ""cures"" the French...

Are you cosy? It's time for a bedtime story. Join us as we follow Raggedy Ann as she discovers a magical surprise in the story of "Raggedy Ann and the Kittens" by Johnny Gruelle. Then drift off to sleep to the calming music box lullaby "Wishing on a Star" by Earth Fon Sakda.

A selection of magical stories to entertain your children whilst you are waiting at the airport and are flying to your holiday.

A magical collection of Timeless Tales for kids and the whole family to enjoy.

Join Raggedy Andy and Raggedy Ann as they embark on a whimsical adventure! With a playful whisper, Andy suggests, Lets have another adventure, shall we? Anns shoe button eyes sparkle with excitement as she eagerly agrees. Together, they tiptoe to the window, hand in hand, and leap into the unknown with a delightful BLUMP! BLUMP! Thus, their enchanting journey begins. (From the Introduction)

Join Raggedy Ann, the sweetest rag doll with a heart full of kind thoughts, on another thrilling adventure! With a candy heart sewn into her plush body, she brings joy to everyone she meets. In this enchanting tale, the beloved Raggedy Ann and her charming brother Raggedy Andy embark on a daring mission to rescue a French doll from kidnappers. Along the way, they are accompanied by the whimsical camel with wrinkled knees and a weary old horse. Prepare for an exhilarating journey filled with witches, pirates, a fairy princess, and the whimsical King of the Loonies. This delightful story is sure...

Delve into the enchanting world of Johnny Gruelles My Very Own Fairy Stories, where whimsical tales come to life! Perfect for fans of the beloved Raggedy Ann and Andy Series, these delightful childrens fairy tales are crafted to entertain both young readers and adults alike. Each story imparts valuable lessons on self-esteem, hard work, kindness, and the joy of play. With charming characters like talking animals, living dolls, and magical beings, Gruelles narratives are sure to spark imagination and wonder. (Summary by Christine Rottger and helloladder)

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Friendly Fairies, a delightful collection of fifteen captivating tales by Johnny Gruelle, the beloved creator of Raggedy Ann and Raggedy Andy. These charming stories are sure to whisk you and your children away on magical adventures filled with wonder and whimsy. - Summary by ShiNeko

Dive into the enchanting world of Raggedy Ann with these delightful tales, dedicated to the countless children and adults who cherish their beloved rag dolls. Join us as eight captivating voices bring to life Raggedy Anns thrilling adventures—just as charming and heartwarming today as they were when first published in 1918. Discover the secrets of her candy heart, the magical gifts from fairies, and the story of Raggedy Anns new sisters. (summary by Cori)

Let your little ones enter the world of imagination with this collection of delightfully entertaining children’s stories. Perfect for your Bedtime routine, or that long car trip, or for that much-needed Quiet Time.

Get ready for spring with this collection of well loved springtime stories that will have your little one excited to go and explore nature! Each calming story has been hand selected so that you can have peace of mind that your child will settle down and relax once you press play.

We understand how hard it can be for young children with dyslexia to get into books, which is why we have produced this collection of entertaining classic short stories to help your little one enjoy the magic of stories from authors such as Beatrix Potter, The Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen. Building on personal experience, this collection will help your little one enjoy some of the most entertaining children's stories that have been loved for generations.

It's time for bed, so get comfy and settle down to this collection of kids bedtime stories. Each story has been hand picked to help your little one calm down and drift off to a deep slumber where they will dream of magical kingdoms.

Join Raggedy Ann and her doll friends in the nursery as they go on the many fun adventures when her owner Marcella leaves the house. A collection of classic stories which will have you children dreaming of Raggedy Ann’s adventures and having them want a doll of their own.

Gentle tales to wind down little minds and bring peaceful dreams. Create a soothing bedtime routine your child will look forward to with Children's Bedtime Stories, a heartwarming collection of 12 calming stories designed to relax and comfort young listeners at the end of the day. Each story is filled with gentle adventures, kind characters, and cosy settings—perfect for easing your child into a restful sleep. Whether it's a sleepy forest creature, a starlit journey, or a magical bedtime wish, these stories are crafted to quiet busy thoughts and spark peaceful dreams.

Settle down for bedtime with this collection of ten calming bedtime stories from some of your favourite authors. These stories which have been loved for generations, will help your little one drift off to a deep slumber and have them dreaming of magical realms and talking bunny rabbits.

Get ready for some bedtime adventures with Raggedy Andy and his doll friends in the nursery. Join them as they go on the many fun adventures when his owner Marcella is not about. A collection of classic stories which will have your children dreaming of Raggedy Andy’s adventures and having them want a doll of their own.

Get ready for the Easter holidays with a collection of entertaining short stories which will keep your little ones entertained during the day and send them off to a deep sleep at night. Easter holidays will never be the same allowing you to have some Quiet Time, and get the holiday you need as well. Don’t miss out! Press play and let the magical adventures begin now!

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.