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One moment, you’re nodding off after a long day at the museum. The next, you’re sparking the first fire with Neanderthals, zooming off in one of the very first cars, or facing a giant shark in a river! In these twelve thrilling adventures, ordinary fourth graders find themselves in extraordinary times and places. You’ll explore hidden treasures and meet amazing creatures as you embark on wild adventures you’ll never forget.

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.

The first LGBTQA+ anthology for middle-graders featuring stories for every letter of the acronym, including realistic, fantasy, and sci-fi stories by authors like Justina Ireland, Marieke Nijkamp, Alex Gino, and more! A boyband fandom becomes a conduit to coming out. A former bully becomes a...

It can take you to the top of the highest mountain or down to the bottom of the deepest depths of the sea. This where it took Doggins on his 'Awfully Big Adventure': a quest full of magic and flying machines. (And the world’s best joke - trust me, it’s hilarious.) It took three young inventors to the moon (where they may or may not have left a bottle of lemonade) and a caveman on a trip to the dentist. You can join them on these adventures, and many more, in this incredible collection of stories.... 

Fairy tales about princess and witches, and magical objects- Amazing stories for kids. The Best English Fairy Tale Stories Ever! This kids book is a collection of 4 Interesting English fairy tale that kids will fall in love with. Each story revolves around some sort of magical objects, and lets kids imagine beyond the real-world- ultimately enhancing their overall intelligence, thinking ability, and creative talents. This book contains some of the best and handpicked- Interesting stories for kids and ends your search for the best kids fantasy books. It is a very useful book for parents who ...

A town is overrun by road weenies - a.k.a. joggers - who never smile. A girl thinks she's too old for Halloween...until she finds a special pair of gloves. A boy takes a shortcut to an unexpected place. A mummy takes his revenge, one little piece at a time.... These 35 tales ranging from the silly and offbeat to flat-out horrifying are just right for listening alone in the dark. 

From snowball races through enchanted forests to secret sleigh-saving missions and magical reindeer rescues, every tale in this audiobook is filled with heart, courage, and holiday wonder. These action-packed short stories feature brave kids, daring deeds, and festive magic—perfect for listeners who love a little excitement before drifting off to sleep.

A collection of short stories perfect for children aged five from the world's best-loved storyteller! Read about the time the pixies moved into the playroom and when a cloak that could make you invisible vanished in this exciting collection of short stories from Enid Blyton. Perfect for children...

In this collection of spine-chilling tales, a doll comes to life and haunts a little girl, a young writer only has one hundred words to let others know about an approaching danger, and a boy is trapped in an underground bunker with spooky people who have been missing for years and years.

From Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Princess Mirror-Belle and the Flying Horse, 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! She...

Critically acclaimed author and master of the macabre David Lubar is back with 30 more warped and creepy tales for fans of his best-selling Weenies story collections, which have sold more than 1.7 million copies to date.

Welcome to Princess Bedtime Stories for Kids by Joy Palmer, a heartwarming collection created to help your child unwind, relax, and drift into a night filled with comfort and imagination. This enchanting audiobook gathers together calming princess tales that lead young listeners into moonlit forests, cozy towers, sparkling kingdoms, and magical places where kindness, courage, and friendship light the way.

Uncle Wiggily has been a reassuring friend to millions of children since early in the 20th century. He is a cheerful "bunny rabbit gentleman" who understands people-talk and has dedicated his life to helping animals and children with his wonderful knack for setting things right.

Turn little First Grade readers into curious problem-solvers - one thrilling quest at a time! First Grade Reading Adventures is an action-packed collection of 11 stories that blends riveting fiction with real-world science. Each mini-chapter story is tuned to first-grade sight words and sentence length, so kids feel like “big-kid” chapter-book pros while secretly leveling up comprehension, vocabulary, and science know-how.Why kids will keeping asking for “one more chapter” Watch Science Come to Life Forget dry and boring books! Big concepts like weather, physics, and biology are ...

Scarecrow is the second enchanting tale in the Tales from the Land of Oz series, a heartfelt journey into the making of Oz’s wisest and most unexpected hero. Born from a storm and stitched together by hope, the Scarecrow longs for something more than a life pinned to a lonely field. When dark magic stirs and the world around him begins to change, he sets off down a golden road in search of a brain and a future he can call his own. Full of wonder, adventure, and quiet courage, Scarecrow is a beautifully told origin story that brings new life and heart to a beloved character. Perfect for ...

Welcome to Story Party, a curated collection of some of the very best storytelling for kids. This edition features new versions of some of our favorite folktales! You’re going to hear stories about: three smart billy goats up on a hillside, some riddles from a king, the three little hedgehogs and one very big race!

Black History Comes Alive with True Stories of Real Black Heroes Kids Will Never Forget. Perfect for Home, Classrooms, and Young Dreamers Everywhere! This motivational book is packed with 35 true inspiring stories about young Black boys who showed strength, courage, and determination. Whether it’s about standing up for what’s right or overcoming tough odds, each story gives kids role models they can relate to, and learn from. Perfect for parents searching for black history books for kids, this collection highlights real Black boys who made a difference, solved problems, and didn’t ...

"Los cuentos de Beedle el Bardo" es una recopilación de relatos muy queridos por brujas y magos de todas las edades, y que vendrían a ser la versión del mundo mágico de los cuentos de los hermanos Grimm. Esta edición ha sido traducida de las runas originales por Hermione Granger, con notas adicionales del profesor Dumbledore y J. K. Rowling. Estos relatos clásicos entretienen y educan a partes iguales, además de ser una gran oportunidad para conocer las historias que jugaron un papel crucial en la lucha contra Lord Voldemort. La obra se compone de cinco cuentos: "La fábula de los tres hermanos", que los lectores de "Harry Potter y las Reliquias de la Muerte" reconocerán de inmediato, "La fuente de la buena fortuna", "El corazón peludo del brujo", "El mago y el cazo saltarín" y "Babbitty Rabbitty y su cepa carcajeante." Las estanterías de la biblioteca de Hogwarts también albergan muchos otros libros fascinantes. Si disfrutaste con "Los cuentos de Beedle el Bardo," quizá quieras echar un vistazo a algunos de sus otros tesoros: "Animales fantásticos y dónde encontrarlos" y "Quidditch a través de los tiempos."

From the co-author of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Magic Misfits comes a spectacularly creepy novel that will keep you up way past bedtime. Perfect for fans of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark! "Grab a flashlight and a blanket—this lives up to its titular claim."— Kirkus...

Want to give your kids spooky, creepy fun... without the nightmares? Finding great ghost stories for kids (ages 9-12) is hard. Most books are either too babyish for middle schoolers or so scary they lead to sleepless nights. This massive collection is the one you’ve been looking for. It's packed with dozens of spooky, creepy, and heartwarming tales that are more mysterious than monstrous. These aren't just ghost stories; they are gentle, poignant mysteries where brave middle grade kids solve the puzzles of the past. Instead of running from monsters, your kids will join compassionate ...