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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore are as different as England and America themselves, and yet almost two centuries later these two iconic tales remain an important part of Christmas tradition all over the world. Now they are brought together in this very special holiday recording.

On the first night of Hanukkah, a weary traveler named Hershel of Ostropol eagerly approaches a village where plenty of latkes and merriment should warm him. But when he arrives, not a single candle is lit. A band of frightful goblins has taken over the synagogue, and the villagers cannot celebrate at all! Hershel vows to help them. But can one man alone stand up to the goblins, save Hanukkah, and live to tell the tale?

A slumber party over at Lucille's richie nanna's big giant house is sure to be a dream come true for Junie B.! 'Cause what could possibly go wrong?

Hungry Holidays from that famished old lady! Listen to what happens as she swallows a host of Christmas items with hilarious results. The rhyming text and funny illustrations are sure to appeal to young readers.

The hungry old lady gobbles a basket, a bow, some candy and other "egg-cellent" Easter items in this silly read along!

Ching Ching can't wait for Christmas. She loves looking at twinkling fairy lights, wrapping presents and eating yummy treats! So when Ching Ching realises not everyone is as lucky as she is, she decides to help. She wants everyone to have the best Christmas ever!

A.J. and the gang from My Weird School star in this series of after-school, holiday-themed chapter audiobooks featuring brand-new hilarious stories and games, puzzles, and more. It's Christmas, and you know what that means! Santa Claus is coming to town! Or at least to the local mall. But what happens when kid rapper Cray-Z gives a Christmas concert at the same mall and all his fans go bananas? One thing's for sure - if A.J. and his friends from Ella Mentry School want to save the day, they will need a Christmas miracle.

Charley Maplewood has never been one for parties - that would require friends, which he doesn't have. But now that he's turning 10 - the big one-oh - he decides to throw a birthday party for himself, complete with a "House of Horrors" theme and a big birthday cake.

It's Christmas, the most magical time of the year, and Delphie is really excited about taking part in her ballet school’s special Christmas show! But just when Delphie thinks things can't get any better she is whisked away to Enchantia. Her friends there really need her help to make sure that this Christmas in Enchantia is the best one ever, despite King Rat's mischief making.

This poem, also known as “Twas the Night Before Christmas”, tells of the arrival of St. Nicholas on Christmas Eve at the home of the narrator. It is filled with music and sound effects to bring the listener new joy and appreciation of this classic Christmas tale.

Victor is sceptical when Walter Swizwit comes to the village of Rainwater. He's the latest in a string of inventors passing through and no one wants to buy his cheap magic tricks. But Walter doesn't take rejection well and puts a curse on the village. Only Victor is unaffected, and he must leave Rainwater for the first time in his life if he's to find the cure. Victor's path takes him past other villages that Walter has damaged and he picks up new companions on the way: Elena, handy with bow and arrow, Mo-Lan, a science prodigy and scaredy-cat Mingus.

Something terrible is going on, my person-pal! Something so DREADFUL, it’s enough to curl your tail with TERROR (if you have one, of course)...A spine-jangling howling has been heard in the middle of the night, favorite toys have been stolen, trash bags have been shredded and all the best pee-spots have been re-scented! It must have something to do with the night of the howly wiener, which is only days away....

This December, spend a few moments of each day leading up to Christmas helping your family focus on the true joys and meaning of Advent with 25 Days of the Christmas Story: An Advent Family Experience. This is a devotional perfect for families of all shapes, sizes, and schedules. Each of the 25 days highlights a different person, place, or object from the Christmas story - from the prophet Isaiah to Baby Jesus, from the Christmas star to the gift of frankincense.

This magical Ladybird treasury features a wonderful collection of traditional Christmas carols. Perfect bedtime listening to settle young children excited for Santa's arrival. Specially commissioned music and sound effects to capture the imagination of little ones.

I’ve Loved You Since Forever is a celebratory and poetic testament to the timeless love felt between parent and child. This audio edition of the beautiful picture book is inspired by Today show coanchor Hoda Kotb’s heartwarming adoption of her baby girl, Haley Joy.

Max, an adventurous and playful young Rottweiler, is on a mission to become the Easter Bunny! After overhearing the exciting tale of the Easter Bunny, Max spends a whole year preparing his big Easter surprise for his siblings. With the help of his crafty best friend Betsy, Max designs a colorful costume, gathers berries for vibrant eggs, and plans a fun-filled adventure they'll never forget!

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.

In the magical land of Bunnyville, where joy and wonder fill the air, the Golden Egg holds the key to Easter's magic. When the precious egg is stolen just days before the big day, Sunny the Easter Bunny and his team of loyal friends must embark on a thrilling adventure to retrieve it. From facing clever traps in the mysterious Whispering Woods to confronting an old rival, Thistle, Sunny and his team prove the power of forgiveness, teamwork, and second chances.

George and his father are about to spend their third Christmas without George's mother. Since she died, Hugo Bishop has thrown himself into his work and has no time for George - and he definitely has no time for Christmas. It feels like they're living life in black and white. Then, George stumbles across Marley's Curiosity Shop. There he finds a mysterious snow globe, which - though George can't quite understand how - appears to show a scene from George's past. A Christmas in which he and his family were together and happy.

Während der kleine Karl-Heinz seinen sechs Geschwistern die Weihnachtsplätzchen wegfuttert, hat Einzelkind Bisy die Qual der Wahl zwischen drei Adventskalendern. Die beiden kennen sich da noch nicht, aber sie haben eines gemeinsam: Sie fiebern Heiligabend entgegen. Bis dahin sind aber noch zwei Tage Zeit für jede Menge Spinnerei wie einem todesmutigen Klingelstreich, frechem Plätzchenraub und nervigem Weihnachtsbaumkauf. Und der alles entscheidenden Frage: Gibt es den Weihnachtsmann wirklich? Das Rätsel muss gelöst werden!