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From aliens walking up the stairs, to extraordinary galaxy battles: Learn about a little boy named Markie and his first encounter with aliens. Above the Roof will have you laughing and wondering what's next, with a little bit of a twist we all love to enjoy. A perfect story to share with a loved one.

Pirate Pete and the Lost Fairy Treasure is more than just a book, it is a whole experience created for your magical enjoyment by Teelie Turner.

No, it is not The Adventure of Alexander but rather, it is The Adventure of Alex and Er. This is a magical children’s book that listeners adore. The story chronicles the escapade of a mighty knight and his unicorn mare as they endeavor to locate a snowman’s missing broom. The mighty knight, Alex, and his unicorn mare, Er, work together to overcome obstacles, meet unusual enchanted animals, and help others in need. With plenty of rhyming words and a whimsical layout, The Adventure of Alex and Er will surely appeal to all!

Awarded the Albert Medal for bravery in 1913, Crean's heroic exploits are legendary yet have remained little known outside of those in the Polar community. Accompanied by sound effects, the story is brought to life as you travel with Tom on the historic journeys he made during his lifetime. His is a story of hardship, escape, and triumph over adversities in the most unforgiving terrain on our planet.

Are you having difficulties in getting your kids to bed? Have you tried different ways to get them to sleep but nothing works? Do they ask for new bedtime stories before going to sleep? Are you looking for a funny book to inspire the imagination and awareness of your child? In the magic world of fairy tales live ogres and princesses, pigs and children, kings and wizards, mice and ants, witches and giants, the Green Mother Fairy with many fairy friends, cicadas, ants, whales, grandmothers, affectionate mothers and fathers, Mordillo and many others fantastic characters.

В данной аудиокниге развитие человечества показано через историю его великих изобретений.

Bereits als kleiner Junge träumt Cristoforo davon, zur See zu fahren und Abenteuer in der Ferne zu erleben. Dass aus dem Sohn eines italienischen Wollwebers tatsächlich der Admiral des Weltmeeres wird, grenzt an ein Wunder. Genau wie das, was er im Herbst 1492 erlebt, als nach einem kräfteraubenden Monat auf dem Atlantik der Ruf "Land in Sicht!" vom Krähennest der Santa Maria herunter schallt: Kolumbus hat zwar keine neue Schiffsroute nach Indien gefunden, sondern einen für die Europäer damals unbekannten Kontinent.

Did you know that Amelia Earhart loved heights so much she built a roller coaster in her backyard? Or that she used to race worms with her sister? Bet you didn’t know that she took photographs of garbage cans to pay for flying lessons! Siblings Paige and Turner do - and they’ve collected some of the most unusual and surprising facts about the legendary pilot, from her childhood in the rural Midwest and the spark of her passion for flying to her record-smashing flights and her infamous disappearance over the Pacific Ocean.

Humans have always been fascinated by the universe, but only a few have been daring enough to travel beyond the Earth. From venturing into space for the first time to building the International Space Station in orbit, the history of space exploration is filled with peril, bravery and strokes of genius. In this beautifully illustrated anthology, spaceflight expert, Libby Jackson, reveals the very best true stories of humankind's thrilling journey to the stars.

Join the American journalist Henry Morton Stanley on his amazing quest to find David Livingstone, England's most celebrated explorer, in this new addition to the number one New York Times best-selling series!

As a young boy, Charles Darwin hated school and was often scolded for conducting “useless” experiments. Yet his passion for the natural world was so strong that he suffered through terrible seasickness during his five-year voyage aboard The Beagle. Darwin collected new creatures from the coasts of Africa, South America, and the Galapagos Islands, and expanded his groundbreaking ideas that would change people's understanding of the natural world. This audiobook will make Darwin and his theory of evolution an exciting discovery for every young listener.

Whilst in his field one day, Humphrey notices an elderly neighbor is not in her garden as she usually is. He thinks she is in trouble and raises the alarm. He attracts the attention of Henry, his owner and his dad who discover the neighbor is unwell. She is rushed to hospital with a diagnosis of Coronavirus. Humphrey and his friends decide they want to raise funds to help the local hospital and they arrange a Dance All Night event. With some help from techie friends, the event is live-streamed and a donations page is set up.

The sequel to the best-selling Bob and Avery Help Helga the Witch. Join Bob and Avery as they go to space! See the return of the famous cats, along with Kay J Douglas and Eric Gardiner. Bob and Avery join their friend Chester the Chimp on the adventure of a lifetime...to space!

Published in 1920, America First: One Hundred Stories from Our History by Lawton B. Evans (1862-1934) is a collection of stories meant for the young, containing highlights from America's history, and biographical sketches of prominent Americans of the past. It covers the history from the first visit to North America by the Viking, Leif Ericsson the Lucky, through the conquest of the Midwest and the settlement of California and the Pacific Coast, to the end of World War I.

The Spectacular World of Waldorf allows children to discover new places in the USA and worldwide through humorous and intriguing travels. This comical Labrador draws children into his whimsical adventures in search of his lost reading spectacles. The poor pup has a habit of misplacing them but children will be enticed into his many travels to help silly Mr. Waldorf locate them as he discovers new friends and places in a format that small children will easily recollect and adore. On this adventure Mr. Waldorf visits the Empire State of New York.

This exclusive audio is the fruit of Geoffrey Giuliano’s (Jagannatha Dasa) lifelong search for meaning, having studied with the preeminent masters of the 20th century. Giuliano resided in the most sacred places of India over the past 30 years, collecting stories, editing fables, and otherwise making this ancient wisdom accessible, with a special emphasis on the moral, ethical, and spiritual education of children. Narrated by the internationally known children’s storyteller Baba Goose Swami, this very special audio educates, joyfully informs, and inspires young people.

This book is about working hard, working together, and making your dreams come true by achieving what you set out to accomplish. Come join Silas and his sister Chase on their quest to build a treehouse with the help of cupcakes, the neighborhood, and of course mom and dad. Let’s join them on their treehouse adventure. Ready, set, listen!

Do you know how it feels to run for 1,900 miles? Or to look down at the Earth from a space station? Or to swim alongside a hungry shark? Fantastic Female Adventurers by Lily Dyu is a collection of 14 exciting and inspirational stories about the women that do. Follow them on their incredible journeys around the globe.

My Father had always admired the fighter pilots of World War II; especially the black pilots who were members of the Tuskegee Airmen. Too young to join the ranks of fighter pilots during the actual war, my father joined the Army Air Corps in 1946 at the age of 18. In 1948 at the age of 20, my father received his pilots license by utilizing the GI Bill. It wasn't an easy journey. There was finally one flight instructor that believed in him and accepted him into training.

Wer sind eigentlich die Pfadfinder? Willi wills wissen und besucht Till im Pfadfinderlager. Wie baut man eine Kohte? Was macht die Stammesführerin? Wer gewinnt beim Feuer machen und wie geht der Pfadfindergruß? Wie geheuer ist das Abenteuer? Willi wills wissen und geht mit Fritz auf Schnitzeljagd. Wie funktioniert ein Kompass? Wie findet man den Weg? Warum kocht man Wasser ab und wie überlebt man in freier Natur?