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Ein Hauch von Luxus, Krimi und Spionage durchweht die Geschichte des Königs aller Züge. Ab 1883 rollt der Orient-Express quer durch Europa - von der Küste des Atlantiks im Westen bis zur Pforte des rätselhaften Orients im Osten. Die Reisenden müssen auf dieser abenteuerlichen Strecke mit allem möglichen rechnen: vom furchteinflößenden Räuberhauptmann bis zum wild gewordenen König.

Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about how police cars work and what they do. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning skills.

When a pilots sends a "mayday" message, it means there is serious trouble. Discover the fascinating true tales of people who lived to tell about their own terrifying airplane disasters, and what they did to survive.

Mit Thomas und seinen Freunden ist immer etwas Lustiges und Aufregendes los. In dieser Bilderbuchsammlung kannst du drei Abenteuer miterleben, die auf der brandneuen Fernsehserie "Alle Lokomotiven fahren!" basieren. In der ersten Geschichte tauchen zwei verschiedene Abenteuerclubs auf der Suche nach einem sagenumwobenen Schatz tief in die Minen ein. In der zweiten Geschichte kämpfen Thomas und Percy darum, zehn widerspenstige Kühe zu McColls Farm zu bringen, und in der letzten Geschichte veranstalten die Lokomotiven ihr eigenes Konzert mit improvisierten Instrumenten aus dem Rangierbahnhof.

Some race cars look a lot like regular cars. Others have thin bodies and open wheels. Some race on dirt, while others race on smooth paved tracks. But they all have one thing in common...speed!

Fun sound-effects and whimsical music help tell the sweet tale of “The Magic Train.” The little train looked like an ordinary toy train, but it was not. Every night Magic Train’s job was to gather up the forgotten toys that were left by girls and boys. He would load the toys up and bring them to children that needed them. One night, Magic Train decides to bring toys to Little Tommy because he is sick. Follow along on Magic Train’s journey and find out what toys he brings Little Tommy.

El pequeño tren parecía un tren de juguete ordinario, pero no lo era. Todas las noches, el trabajo de El Tren Mágico era reunir los juguetes olvidados que dejaban los niños y niñas. Cargaba los juguetes y se los llevaba a los niños que los necesitaban. Una noche, El Tren Mágico decide traer juguetes al pequeño Tommy porque está enfermo. Sigue a lo largo del viaje de El Tren Mágico y averigua qué juguetes le trae al pequeño Tommy.

For a chopper owner, it’s not speed that matters. It’s all about showing off your personal style. Some riders spend years building their one of a kind creations. Find out what it takes to build these two wheeled dream machines, from the sparkling chrome to the custom paint jobs.

Den världskända racern Dusty Spridenfält vann Vingar runt jorden-loppet, men har nu fått veta att hans motor har gått sönder – och han kan kanske aldrig flyga lopp igen!

Peters alter Bauwagen ist nicht ganz dicht. Es regnet durch, der Wind pfeift durch die Ritzen und das morsche Treppchen bricht gar unter Peters Last zusammen. Ein neuer Wagen müsste her, denkt sich Peter. Am besten einer aus Eisen – von der Eisenbahn! Auf seiner ungewöhnlichen Einkaufstour durchstöbert Peter Bahnhöfe, Züge und Lokomotiven – und wird aus Versehen zum blinden Passagier.

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the sinking of the Titanic with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. Perfect for fans of I Survived! and Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales. On April 15, 1912 an "unsinkable" ship called the Titanic unexpectedly hit an iceberg and sank to the...

Experienced first-hand by two flies, the first and last voyage of Titanic becomes a fact-filled feast for listeners' senses and a kid-friendly trip through maritime history that listeners won't soon forget.

Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer returns with a thrilling naval adventure inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War Arctic convoys. Multi-award-winning author Tom Palmer returns with a thrilling naval adventure inspired by the incredible history of the Second World War...

Militaries need tough fighting machines on land. Tanks and other vehicles roll through deserts and speed through rugged mountains to get the job done!

BMX bikes speed through courses and over big jumps. There's lots of ways to make these bikes tougher and cooler. Listeners will love finding out how!

Vikings were fierce warriors who sailed the seas looking for new lands. They were expert sailors and shipbuilders. Find out the science behind their explorations, shipbuilding, and daily life. Discover how modern technology is being used to discover more about the lives of Vikings and their expeditions.

Human transportation has come a long way since the invention of the wheel. Vehicles of all sorts have us speeding across land, through water, and in the skies. What might be next? From self-driving cars to jet packs, listeners will discover exciting new ways they may get around in the future.

The U.S. Navy traces its roots back to the American Revolutionary War. Then, its small fleet was outnumbered. Today, it is the largest navy in the world. Learn about the roles of sailors and their training, as well as the different types of ships, aircraft, equipment, and weapons the U.S. Navy uses to complete missions around the world.

Militaries use amazing vehicles on the water. Aircraft carriers and submarines are just a few of the mighty military machines that get the job done!

Police cars keep our roads and neighborhoods safe. Police cars are fast and carry equipment for fighting crime. Young listeners will find out about police cars, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used.