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We don't have to learn every lesson in life by personal experience. Sometimes, one mistake is all you get. Learning from the mistakes of others, real persons or fictional ones, can save us so much heartache and pain. These stories with shocking endings, are meant to give young hearts a view of other young hearts and their situations, predicaments, and challenges.

Four more of David Walliams’ side-splitting stories on one spectacular audiobook!

Six wonderfully fun and festive audio stories to entertain little ones over the Christmas season. Compiled by HarperCollins Children’s Books, this audio download is a magical collection showcasing some of the best-loved characters in children’s literature.

Stories Worth Re-Reading is another treasure house of inspiration originally compiled by Review and Herald in 1913 to provide children and youth with worthwhile stories. The purpose of this book is to provide children and youth with stories worth hearing; stories relating incidents of history, missionary effort, and home and school experiences. These stories will inspire, instruct, and entertain the listeners. Nearly all of these have appeared in print before, and are republished in this form through the courteous permission of their writers and publishers.

This omnibus edition comprises books one, two, and three in the Museum Rats series of children's books. Two children discover their new home has a great big surprise - there’s a secret door that takes them straight into the British Museum. These stories puts a fresh spin on the classic children’s adventure books, with characters that reflect modern-day values and mysteries that needs cracking.

Behind the Riverbank" invites listeners on an enchanting journey through the mystical world of Finnegan the otter and his spirited companion, Lily the rabbit. Set against the backdrop of a serene riverbank, this whimsical tale weaves together elements of magic, friendship, and adventure to create a captivating narrative that will capture the hearts of listeners of all ages.

Mila and James are 12-year-old twins that are "exiled" for the summer to a small...sleepy...boring Ohio town with their Aunt Dharma and Uncle Jim. The only thing halfway cool is that the town is the home of the last tree some guy named Johnny Appleseed planted. The two become more intrigued when they learn from Lyle, the local museum curator, that Johnny Appleseed hid a treasure with this last tree. Determined to help their parents (and get out of this sleepy little town), Mila and James set off to find the treasure.

All Ethan wanted was a new board game for his collection. With alien ooze creatures on the cover and the theme of a race on a faraway moon, it had everything he loved. He had no idea he, along with his sister and best friend, would end up in the game racing for their lives.

A banished frog is given a second chance when the king calls for his assistance in the heist of a lifetime. Join Gelen Tom as he embarks on a journey to save the kingdom from a deadly threat.

When two sisters buy a used ghost projector toy, they soon learn the ghosts are a little too real.

Sykar is a volkrog puppy. He is excited to explore his world, make new friends, meet new creatures, and learn what it means to be a volkrog. This is an enjoyable fantasy adventure for the entire family.

Fred always saw himself as more important than the other fish in the lake. After all, he was much bigger, faster, and smarter than them all. But when he decides to crown himself as king, things go a little different from how he had planned. He ends up on the surface. But what is the lesson he is meant to learn before the time runs out?

Once upon a time, there lived a farmer in a small village. He had three sons named Gregor, Marcos, and Cylus. Gregor and Marcos were very good merchants while Cylus was a lazy and foolish person, according to everyone in his family. While Gregor and Marcos used to go out for business, Cylus used to stay at home, most of the time sleeping in a warm bed.

This is the incredible story of a boxer who meets a genie. Perhaps this is just the inspiration you were looking for. This is a remarkably inspiring, moving, thought-provoking, and hair-raising short story.

Patrick Rodgers dreams of becoming a master architect just like his parents. However, there's just one problem—he is blind. A heartwarming, emotional, and ultimately inspiring story about standing up to bullies and giving up on your dreams. Suitable for the whole family.

A heartwarming short story of an unlikely friendship forged between two races. Morvar the Vast flies over the forest one day when he encounters the one creature all dragons fear.

This is the amazing short story of Diya, a slave to the Sandoval family, whose life is suddenly turned upside down after eating 30 magic beans. An entertaining story full of hope and heartwarming words.

Embark on an enchanting journey with Alex, a spirited young boy whose thirst for adventure knows no bounds. In "The Boy Who Chased Dreams," listeners are whisked away to a world where imagination reigns supreme and every minute is filled with wonder. Follow Alex as he unlocks the secrets of a mysterious key, leading him on a quest through enchanted forests, treacherous caves, and mystical islands. Listeners will be captivated by vivid descriptions and rich sensory experiences that bring Alex's adventures to life.

In the untamed wilderness of Lupus Prime, where ancient forests stretch as far as the eye can see and the stars shine bright in the night sky, a pack of wolves embarks on a journey unlike any other. From distant galaxies they come, drawn by the promise of adventure and the call of the wild. As they settle into their new home, they discover that Lupus Prime is more than just a planet—it is a living, breathing world teeming with life and wonder.

Welcome to "The Bear's Island," a captivating collection of short stories that will whisk young readers away on a magical journey through the enchanting world of Bear's Island. In this delightful book, children will be introduced to the lovable characters of Big Bear, Mama Bear, and their curious cub, Little Bear, as they embark on a series of heartwarming adventures filled with friendship, discovery, and the wonders of nature.