Action & Adventure

Johanna Spyri’s classic story of a 5 year old little Swiss orphan who is heartbroken when she must leave her beloved grandfather and their happy home in the mountains to go to school and to care for an invalid girl in the city. It was written as a book "for children and those who love children."

When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island....

This audio collection includes the first eight stories from The Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne....

Newbery Award-winner Gary Paulsen's best-known book comes to audio in this breathless, heart-gripping drama about a boy pitted against the wilderness with only a hatchet and a will to live...

The author of World War Z tells the story of a hero - stranded in the world of Minecraft - who must unravel the secrets of a mysterious island in order to survive....

Shipwrecked on a remote, wild island, Robot Roz learned from the unwelcoming animal inhabitants and adapted to her surroundings—but can she survive the challenges of the civilized world and find her way home to Brightbill and the island? Find out....

The New York Times bestselling The Wild Robot series returns, taking Roz on an action-packed under-the-ocean journey to save her beloved island....

For generations, four Clans of wild cats have shared the forest according to the laws laid down by their ancestors. But the warrior code is threatened, and the ThunderClan cats are in grave danger....

Chronicles the adventures and misadventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III as he tries to pass the important initiation test of his Viking clan....

When Redwall was published in 1987 it catapulted author Brian Jacques to international stardom. And small wonder! This enthralling tale...

Fourth graders George Beard and Harold Hutchins are a couple of class clowns. The only thing they enjoy more than playing practical jokes is creating their own comic books....

This timely and powerful novel tells the story of three different children seeking refuge....

Listen along as Woody and the gang go on a campout; Anna, Elsa, and Olaf have a slumber party; Pongo puts his puppies to bed; and more! With one story for every day of the year, bedtime has never been so much fun....

A little magic can take you a long way. After James Henry Trotter's parents are tragically eaten by a rhinoceros, he goes to live with his two horrible aunts, Spiker and Sponge. Life there is no fun, until James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree....

It's sink or swim for Jack and Annie when Magic Tree House whisks them off to the middle of the ocean. And that's just the beginning....

The Bear of Very Little Brain and his friends from the Hundred-Acre Wood have delighted generations of children since Winnie-the-Pooh was first published in 1926....

In 1985 southern Sudan is ravaged by war. Rebels and government forces battle for control, with ordinary people…people like the boy, Salva Dut…caught in the middle....

This is the story of Despereaux Tilling, a mouse in love with music, stories, and a princess named Pea....

Kings fall, and kingdoms totter. Tyrants ascend, and terrors threaten. Betrayal beckons, and loyalty is a broken road with peril around every bend....

In order to survive, the Igibys must flee to the safety of the Ice Prairies, where the lizardlike Fangs of Dang cannot follow. First, however, they have to escape the monsters of Glipwood Forest, the thieving Stranders of the East Ben, and the dreaded Fork Factory....

Ever since the gods of ancient Egypt were unleashed in the modern world, Carter Kane and his sister, Sadie, have been in trouble. As descendants of the House of Life, the Kanes have some powers at their command, but the devious gods haven't given them time to master their skills....

A boy who's been a bully and hanging out with the wrong friends gets a new start after a memory-loss-inducing accident....

Join the legion of fans who have made Erin Hunter’s Warriors series a bestselling phenomenon. More thrilling adventures, epic action, and fierce warrior cats await in Warriors #2: Fire and Ice.

Throughout the worlds, the forces of both heaven and hell are mustering to take part in Lord Asriel's audacious rebellion. Each player in this epic drama has a role to play—and a sacrifice to make. Witches, angels, spies, assassins, tempters, and pretenders, no one will remain unscathed.

Mankind puts its faith in many things - gods, kings, money - anything for protection from the worlds many dangers....

Mark and Levi’s podcast takes a turn when a spaceship crashes in the backyard, and along with Levi’s older sister Brooke, they make contact with an extraterrestrial—a furry, purple creature they name Sky who was separated from the rest of her crew during an intergalactic mission. If she doesn’t make contact with them soon, she’ll never see her home again. Unfortunately, the kids aren’t the only ones who know about the alien’s arrival on Earth. A group of mysterious adults in black suits have begun following them. They’ve kidnapped Brooke’s boyfriend, Gavin, with Sky as ransom.

Spidey is in for a surprise when he responds to a call for help from Hulk and Ms. Marvel. It will take fast foot work and quick thinking if Spidey and his friends hope to get the squirrely situation under control.

Never back down, never give up! Fortnite meets The Avengers in this epically awesome adventure. Thirteen-year-old Teddy Habib and his friends are recruited to join a league of other gamers to save the world from a huge bug that's infecting longtime gamers and beginners alike, from the creative brains of gaming star NickEh30 and New York Times bestselling author E. C. Myers!

Based on the bestselling video game of all time, A Minecraft Movie brings the action to life as stars Jason Momoa, Jack Black, and Emma Myers are transported inside the world of Minecraft, where they will have to avoid exploding creepers, battle dangerous piglins, and learn the arts of building, crafting, and creating to survive. This junior novelization retells the whole exciting story!

When Kuro, an intelligent and agile red panda, and his loyal brown squirrel friend, Tika, discover an ancient map leading to a mysterious cave, they embark on an exciting adventure. Overcoming trials of fire, water, and earth, they encounter strange creatures and solve ancient riddles. This thrilling journey reveals to them that true treasure lies not in gold, but in knowledge and the bonds of friendship.

Didiw and Endie venture into an enchanting forest near their home, where they meet a tiny fairy in need of help to rescue her friends from a fearsome creature lurking in the woods. As they embark on this challenging journey, they learn valuable lessons about bravery, kindness, and the importance of helping others. Join them in their courageous quest as they face the monster and discover the true power of friendship and compassion.

When Caspia learns that her family are moving to Brooklyn for the whole summer, she can’t believe her bad luck. No sleepovers with Ellie and Larissa? No trips to the mall? Just tall, glassy buildings and “city people”—it’s the worst news ever. But when she discovers a bundle of dusty letters on her first evening, everything changes. Each letter contains a riddle about a plant—a citizen of a mysterious world called the Green Kingdom. On a quest to discover the secrets hidden in the clues, Caspia walks the concrete streets of New York.

In the heart of the mystical Whimsy Woods, a treasure lies hidden, not of gold or jewels, but a secret that could transform the very essence of the forest. Puddin, a kind and clumsy Golden Retriever, and Cookies, a sharp-witted and elegant cat, embark on a perilous journey to uncover this treasure. They face treacherous trials, solve perplexing riddles, and confront formidable foes.

12-year-old Lucy can hardly believe her luck when she is selected for the Wildlands Safari Escape Challenge at her local zoo. But she will quickly discover the challenge have more surprises than any of them bargain for...and they are all in for a wild ride aboard a van making its way across the safari park!

Dive into an enchanting underwater world with Caster and Onni in this captivating tale of friendship, courage, and adventure. When a mysterious call echoes through their peaceful Coral Village, these two brave friends set off on a perilous journey to answer its plea. Along the way, they'll encounter a giant lobster guarding ancient secrets, navigate a treacherous whirlpool, and restore light to a forgotten underwater cave. But as they venture deeper into the unknown, they'll discover that a greater darkness lurks beneath the surface, threatening to engulf their beloved ocean.

On a field trip to Central Park, Riley and his classmates accidentally encounter a supernatural artifact that looks a lot like, well, honestly … a piece of poop. But one of them gets too close, there’s a blinding flash, and suddenly the five friends are turned into various critters. Riley’s sister’s a hawk, the school bully’s a raccoon, and Riley? He’s transformed into everyone’s least favorite animal, a New York City rat. Their once-dull morning quickly turns into a fight for survival.

Eleven coming-of-age SFF tales: . . . a gang of teens discover clues to their heritage and their backward world. . . . a young sailor falls in the hands of pirates, but meets the love of his life. . . . an upstart swordswoman battles a mechanical monster at a famous tournament. . . . a professor shocks the world with his AI invention, until it starts proving itself cleverer than its creator. . . . an eloquent knight must save a girl from the clutches of Castle Creep. The following stories are included in this collection: Phane Serpent’s Isle Flowerfly Magical Entities Are Not For Sale ...

Kit has dreamed of being a Dungeon Runner all his life, although being a gnorf (part gnome, part dwarf) means he's much smaller than the other competitors. But when a space opens up for a new team in the Dungeon Running League, Kit doesn't want to miss this chance to try out! With his new friends Sandy and Thorn, they're ready to take on anything -mazes, puzzles, monsters, treasure, and most of all adventure!

Winter is coming and Tuuli, along with her faithful wolf cub, Lupa, is on the move. Leaving her tribe behind, she sets out across the Tundra to discover a new world and find the family of Andar, the friend she has lost. The journey is hard, filled with ferocious animals and dangerous weather. But with danger everywhere, will Tuuli find what she is looking for?

Pris dans ouragan, un cargo fait naufrage et sa cargaison de robots échoue sur une île. Ils arrivent tous en morceaux, sauf un. Rozzoum unité 7134, alias Roz. Après avoir subi un violent orage et échappé à l'attaque d'un ours féroce, Roz réalise qu'elle doit aller à la rencontre des animaux qui peuplent l'île. Pourra-t-elle survivre dans la vie sauvage et se fera-t-elle des amis ? Elissa Alloula nous hâpe dans les aventures pleines d'humour et de tendresse de Roz, et prête une voix propre à chaque personnage de ce récit captivant.

Leo tightened his boots and adjusted his backpack. Today, he was going on his first real mountain hike with his dad in honour of National Mountain Climbing Day. They were headed to Eagle Peak, a trail known for its stunning views and wildlife.

Cal, a scout in the Avion Guard, struggles to meet the expectations of his father, who happens to be his commanding officer. Assigned to protect the wise and respected emerging cicadas of The Great Southern Brood, they encounter a crisis of great magnitude that sends father and son on an unexpected journey. Along the way, their eyes are opened by new friends to unsettling knowledge that prompts them to risk their lives in an effort to save an entire species.

Myles is an average thirteen-year-old boy until one day, Sally Munson shows up with purple pants on that look like a Halloween costume. As classmates tease and make fun of her, Myles starts to see these negative words as fireballs of energy being thrown at Sally. He finds himself in the middle of a war zone invisible to everyone but him! In a suspenseful, supernatural tale of self-discovery and friendship with constant, unexpected twists and turns, Myles tries to understand his newfound superpower. He not only learns about the energy exchange between humans but the energy of all things.

Cari amici roditori, il professor Volt ha combinato un bel pasticcio e mi ha chiesto aiuto! Impegnato a progettare una mostra dedicata alle grandi invenzioni, il professore è andato nell'epoca di Leonardo da Vinci per intervistarlo: per sbaglio, gli ha sottratto ben tre progetti... che sono andati persi! Per aiutarlo a recuperarli, siamo partiti per un grande Viaggio nel Tempo che ci ha portati in Mesopotamia all'epoca dei Sumeri, a Siracusa al tempo di Archimede, e negli Stati Uniti al tempo dei fratelli Wright. Ah , che avventura mozzafiato! contributori. LE Geronimo Stilton.

JJ, un gamer pre-adolescente en el espectro autista, tiene sueños premonitorios sobre un perro de rescate que eventualmente llegará a su vida. En San Pedro de Macorís, Frijolito, un adorable perro al que le encanta comer salmón, está a punto de emprender un viaje en busca de su “persona para siempre”. En JJ y Frijolito, primera novela para jóvenes lectores de Victoria Cepeda, la búsqueda de Frijolito resulta ser el sueño de JJ.

Als Zirkusartist Holt Farrier aus dem Krieg zu seinem alten Arbeitgeber zurückkehrt, steckt dieser in finanziellen Schwierigkeiten. Um weiteres Gespött vom Zirkus fernzuhalten, soll Holt sich um das Elefantenjunge mit den ungewöhnlich langen Ohren namens Dumbo kümmern und es aus der Öffentlichkeit fernhalten. Doch bald zeigt sich, dass Dumbo mit seinen Ohren fliegen kann - und das Interesse eines windigen Unternehmers wird geweckt ... Begleite Dumbo auf seinem Weg zum Zirkus-Star und zurück! Das Original-Hörbuch zum Live-Action-Film von Disney, gelesen von Florian Halm.

Blackbeard, the most notorious of pirates, wreaked havoc and plundered wherever he went. Davey saw Blackbeard as a hero and believed that Nova Scotia was where he had sailed Queen Anne’s Revenge — where he had buried his treasures. When Clem, a stranger, moved into the abandoned cabin next door, Davey felt certain that the old man was after Blackbeard’s cache. Suddenly Davey had to up his game plan. The trick was knowing how to outfox the old man. Davey was desperate and drew upon every resource, including witchcraft, which meant a visit to the local witch, Kesi.

Tommy und Annika sind das ewige Genörgel ihrer Mutter leid und beschließen, mit Pippi von zu Hause wegzulaufen. Pippi weiß, wie man lustige Abenteuer erlebt. Sie kann ohne Reifen Rad fahren, mit den Füßen ein Auto lenken und fürchtet sich vor nichts. Weder, in einem Fass einen Wasserfall hinunter zu treiben, noch einem wütenden Stier die Stirn zu bieten. Und wenn Pippi richtig in Fahrt ist, balanciert sie auch schon mal auf einem Seil zwischen zwei Häusern. Direkt über der Straße, wo die halbe Stadt mit angehaltenem Atem zuschaut.

Der Rennwagen Lightning McQueen und sein bester Freund Tow Mater reisen ins Ausland, um am allerersten World Grand Prix teilzunehmen. Doch der Weg zur Meisterschaft und zum unangefochtenen Titel des "schnellsten Autos der Welt" ist für die beiden Freunde voller Hindernisse. Denn auf dem Weg dorthin verstrickt sich Tow Mater in ein internationales Spionageabenteuer mit explodierenden Motoren und einem geheimnisvollen Professor Z, der Lightnings Sieg beim Rennen sabotieren will. Das Hörbuch zum Disney/Pixar-Film, gelesen von Dietmar Wunder, der Stimme von Finn McMissile aus dem Film.

The Lost Puppy Mystery - A Heartwarming Adventure in Problem-Solving for Children Ages 4-9 Discover the Perfect Short Story to Teach Children Teamwork, Critical Thinking, and Empathy The Lost Puppy Mystery from the beloved "What Shall We Do Today" series follows three young friends—Imani, Tommy, and Maya—as they embark on an exciting adventure to find Mr. Ramos's missing puppy, Melody. This engaging children's story combines the thrill of solving a neighborhood mystery with valuable lessons about friendship, resourcefulness, and community. Why Parents and Teachers Love This Book: ...