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Ever since Hairy Maclary first trotted out of the gate and off for a walk, he has been adored by millions of children and adults all over the world. The ten classic stories starring Hairy Maclary are brought together in this very special audio treasury, read by Lynley Dodd. Listen to the stories as they are read in the way they were originally imagined by the talented creator herself!

Thirteen award-winning fantasy and science fiction writers offer up their versions of these classic fairy tales as well as other favorites, including The Ugly Duckling, Ali Baba, Hansel and Gretel, and more. Some of the stories are funny, some are strange, and others are dark and disturbing - but each offers something as unexpected as a wolf at the door.

A collection of entertaining stories for every young adventurer. These stories are perfect for families to listen to in the car, in the airport, on the train or on the way to your next family adventure!

Cuentos breves para leer antes de dormir, para pasar el rato durante alguna espera o para compartir con amigos. Cuentos con humor y mucha aventura, con uno de los personajes que más adoran los chicos. 50 cuentos para leer en todo momento. Relatos con mucha magia y humor. Ideal para los chicos que inician su camino lector.

Drei kleine Fünf-Freunde-Abenteuer für Kinder ab 6 Jahren. Die Fünf Freunde halten immer zusammen: Bei ihren Abenteuern begegnen sie finsteren Gestalten während eines Waldausflugs, hören merkwürdige Geräusche aus einer unbewohnten Villa und müssen herausfinden, wohin ihre Geschenke am Weihnachtsmorgen plötzlich verschwunden sind... Zum Glück ist Hund Timmy mit seiner hervorragenden Spürnase immer an ihrer Seite, wenn es heißt, spannende Geheimnisse zu lüften.

This collection of 35 short poems was first published in 1927, and is a sequel to When We Were Very Young, which was the first anthology of verse dealing with the domestic adventures of Christopher Robin and Winnie the Pooh.

Have you ever heard of a monkey who could fly? In this story, you'll meet Hanuman, a very special monkey born with incredible powers from the wind god! As a child, Hanuman is so strong and curious that he mistakes the sun for a fruit and leaps towards the sky trying to catch it! When Lord Rama, a brave prince, needs help finding his kidnapped wife, Sita, Hanuman promises to use his strength and bravery to find her. Follow Hanuman as he travels across the land and faces amazing challenges with his monkey friends.

A collection of stories in which Jimmy could almost be younger brother to William Brown (of Just William fame). Like William, Jimmy has a big heart and all of his efforts go towards trying to make his family and friends happy. Unfortunately, and again like William, his plans always take a turn for the worst, or don't turn out in the way that he intended. Fortunately for a listener, this makes for a myriad of classic comedy moments.

Princess Strawberry and her friends embark on a thrilling adventure to save the cats and defeat the evil Spike, ruler of a castle full of stolen animals. With the help of unicorns and fairies, they come up with a plan to trick Spike and show him the power of kindness. Join Princess Strawberry and her friends as they teach Spike a lesson in compassion and the importance of finding a new path in life.

Being brave, really being brave...is believing in yourself. It’s asking for help when you need it. It’s standing up to that monstrous bully and helping them be better and kinder. It’s looking into the eyes of grief, taking its hand, and riding the waves of change. It’s breathing through monkey brain when the world becomes chaotic, and it’s getting closer to nature by stepping just outside of your front door.

Set your imagination alight with this selection of more than 25 bedtime stories by a much-loved children's author. From pixie dressmakers to thundering giants, meet a host of magic and memorable characters along with some familiar friends in Moonface and Saucepan Man from The Magic Faraway Tree. This stunning treasury brings together some of Enid Blyton's most delightful stories for younger children, creating the perfect bedtime treat.

Stories Worth Re-Reading is another treasure house of inspiration originally compiled by Review and Herald in 1913 to provide children and youth with worthwhile stories. The purpose of this book is to provide children and youth with stories worth hearing; stories relating incidents of history, missionary effort, and home and school experiences. These stories will inspire, instruct, and entertain the listeners. Nearly all of these have appeared in print before, and are republished in this form through the courteous permission of their writers and publishers.

Dive into the heartwarming and transformative journey of "The Prodigal Son Returns: A Tale of Forgiveness." This beautifully crafted children's Bible story book takes young listeners on an unforgettable adventure of redemption, forgiveness, and the unyielding power of love. In the village of compassion and understanding, a young man named Eli embarks on a quest for independence, unwittingly straying far from the values instilled by his loving father. His choices lead him through a faraway land, where he discovers the consequences of squandering wealth and the true cost of an empty heart.

Ladybird presents a collection of fun original audio stories written to inspire young children who are just starting big school! The stories in this collection include 'My Teacher Is an Alien', 'World Book Day', 'The Secret Door', 'Oh No', 'The Escapades of the Escaping Hamster' and 'Sick Bay'. This edition is filled with creative and engaging sound effects and is the perfect travel companion for little listeners everywhere. Aimed at children aged four and up, this is perfect for family listening and learning and as development for young minds.

You can imagine my surprise when I was playing kickball on the playground and discovered I could fly! Most of you might think that's pretty cool and all...but it's not all it's cracked up to be. My name is JW, and this is my story: the story of a boy who discovers he has super human powers, and the heart to match!

Featuring Margaret MacDonald's storytelling accompanied by Richard Scholtz's autoharp and dulcimer, this recording is full of lively, playful fare. These selections are ideal for expanding into song, dance, and creative drama. Includes stories adapted from MacDonald's picture books, Fat Cat (Denmark) and Mabela the Clever (Limba, Sierra Leone), as well as several from her resource collection Shake-it-up Tales.

This book is a collection of Jack London's short stories about his experiences sailing and seal hunting in the Pacific Ocean during the late 1800s. An additional adventure looks at life along the Sacramento River. A special section describes the different types of sailing vessels, and a glossary helps the listener understand nautical terms.

This awesome collection of children’s bedtime stories and classic fairy tales will help your children fall asleep and relax FAST. This wonderful experience will give children a head start in their education and primes the development of key listening skills. Keeping it fun can help form an emotional connection to reading, listening and learning that can last a lifetime.

Gustavo está al cuidado de su tía Milagros cuando sus padres se marchan de viaje. Él nunca ha tenido miedo, pero éste aparece cuando la tía le dice que si no se come toda la comida, el bicho de la oscuridad se lo llevará con él. A partir de ese momento comienza a sentir miedo por todo: a levantarse por la noche para ir al c uarto de baño, a que su tía le regañe, incluso a salir a la calle. Gustavo quiere vencerlos, pero no lo logra.

Ruskin Bond has been writing stories for children for over six decades now, delighting and enchanting each new generation with his heart-warming tales of friendship, love and coming-of-age. Curated in this essential collection are some of his best-loved stories, designed to introduce the young listener to Ruskin's cast of beloved characters.