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An engrossing collection of stories from one of Australia's most loved fantasy writers and creator of the acclaimed Obernewtyn Chronicles. A girl is sent across the world to discover her destiny in the dark tunnels of the Metro. Another seeks a lost sister in a park where winter lasts forever. A young man fulfils a dying wish. A mother works magic to summon a true princess for her son. A man seeks an ending to his story. An old man goes in search of his shadow. This is a world of desire and transformation, the real and the not real, from the queen of modern fantasy.

Fairytales are a universal part of childhood. No matter what time or what place you grew up, you have at one point or another heard that classic phrase “once upon a time.” They are usually the first stories we ever hear or read. These types of tales set us up to understand the art of stories and storytelling, and they are certainly worth revisiting. Here in The Blue Fairy Book, the first of Andrew Lang’s beloved collections of classic fairy stories, you will return to the tales you already know.

Four classic stories featuring bold and daring protagonists, abridged especially for young listeners: Little Women, Anne of Green Gables, The Railway Children, The Secret Garden. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to four classic stories...

Create a calming environment for your little one to fall asleep to with this collection of calming stories. So grab your teddy and settle down as we wind down for the day and get ready for a perfect night's sleep.

Karelius Krake erlebt bunte Abenteuer unter Wasser – mal lustig, mal spannend, immer voller Fantasie. Ob er mit Freunden das Rollbrettfahren meistert, einem Clownfisch seine gestohlenen Farben zurückbringt oder einem ängstlichen Kugelfisch beisteht. Geschichten über Mut und Freundschaft, die einladen, Neues zu entdecken und über sich hinauszuwachsen.

This bundle includes Basil and the Lost Colony, Basil and the Big Cheese Cook-Off, Basil and the Royal Dare, and Basil and the Library Ghost.

Birbirinden güzel on iki öykünün yer aldığı Gülen Ada, deniz ve doğa tutkunu Halikarnas Balıkçısı'ndan denizi ve doğayı seven tüm çocuklara. Gülen Ada, denizin büyüleyici dünyasında düşlere sürüklüyor çocukları. Kitapta yer alan öyküler: Yedi Canlı Elif Kız ; Karaoğlan ; Değirmenci Ateşoğlu Nasrettin ; Gülen Ada ; Hayatımın Romanı ; Turgut Reis ; Gündüzü Kaybeden Kuş ; Neyzen ; Tünek Ahmet ; Balıkla Kabak ; Haydi Süngere ; Divan Reis.

Iggy has one passion: building. His parents are proud of his fabulous creations, even though they're sometimes surprised by his materials - who could forget the tower he built out of dirty diapers? When his second-grade teacher declares her dislike of architecture, Iggy faces a challenge. He loves building too much to give it up! Andrea Beaty's irresistible rhyming will charm creative kids everywhere and will amuse their sometimes bewildered parents.

From Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Princess Mirror-Belle and Prince Precious Paws, the exciting adventures of a princess with a difference. Ellen gets a big shock when her double appears out of the bathroom mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference!...

Create a calming and magical environment for your young child to fall asleep to with this collection of 8 calming bedtime stories. Each story is read by our narrators soothing voices will help settle your little one down and allow them drift off quickly to a peaceful deep sleep.

Ce livre réunit une série de courtes histoires pensées pour être racontées à voix haute à des enfants, notamment au moment du coucher. Chaque récit met en scène un personnage simple — un animal, un élément naturel, un objet du quotidien ou un phénomène — qui traverse une petite difficulté ou fait une découverte. Les situations servent à explorer des thèmes comme la patience, la persévérance, la curiosité, la différence, la peur du changement, la coopération et la confiance en soi. Le ton reste calme, rassurant et idéal pour accompagner un moment de détente ou la transition vers le sommeil.

In this sixth collection of Big Words, Small Stories, meet Cris and his anthropomorphic sidekick Crat and join them on ten adventures that introduce them to some delightful new words.

Gør dig klar til sengetid med dine yndlingsfigurer fra Disney og Pixar. Tag på eventyr med Peter Plys, Askepot, Mickey Mouse, Olaf og mange, mange flere. Med hele 18 godnathistorier har du masser at vælge mellem. Bliv fortryllet af DISNEYS fantastiske verden. Tag med på eventyr og oplev magien med Mickey, Minnie, Anders, Fedtmule, Aladdin, Dumbo, Lynet McQueen, Anna, Elsa, Peter Plys, Snehvide, Løvernes Garde, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Vaiana og alle de andre fra DISNEYS skatkammer.

This revolting audiobook is for GOOD boys and girls only! Naughty kids might get ideas about how to do horrible things, like blowing up a toilet or tricking someone into bungee jumping. And then we'd be in trouble...

This book is recommended for ages 10+. It contains stories similar to the Goosebumps books by R.L. Stine, so if those books are too scary for you, DO NOT listen to this book. But, if you dare to be scared, then listen to this Minecraft-inspired halloween book filled with five spine-chilling tales of witches, zombies, potions, Herobrine, and more!

A boy discovers a magical deck of wizard cards… but will they spell chaos for his school talent show? Two siblings believe that the best way to beat their bullies is to become monsters… but what happens when they can’t change back? A boy gets a strange call on his second-hand cell phone…...

From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other – just as best friends should be. The Frog and Toad stories from Arnold Lobel have been loved by generations. Now listen to them in audio – read by Arnold Lobel himself.

'There must be a Before,’ said Rabbit, when Christopher Robin was asked about Before he came to the Forest. And so begins the first of ten tales that take readers back to the time when Pooh Bear sat in Harrods, waiting to be bought for Christopher Robin. Including a furry tale in London Zoo, a tall tale at The Natural History Museum and a tiny tale of a nursery mouse, this authorised prequel steps into the younger Christopher Robin’s world; one of den-building, treasure seeking, funny hums and honey!

Aria has just turned four years old. She loves to play even more now. "Is that possible, playing more?" She is always making funny faces. Everyday Aria plays hide and seek, but it is not the planned game. Aria puts Mommy and Grammy to the chase. The longest arms get to reach for her.

Pride is all about embracing you for being you! These five stories will show children how to bring the teaching of “love is love” into their everyday lives, at home and in the playground. This collection acts as an introduction to the ideas behind the festival of Pride, helping young children understand the importance of this LGBTQIA+ event, and demonstrating how families can get involved in the celebrations. Join Ladybird for stories of community, diversity, acceptance, happiness, and of course, being proud!