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Come join Holmes and Watson as they solve the mystery of the missing racehorse, Silver Blaze, in child-friendly 21st-century English and with the seamier side of Victorian life left out.

This lovely collection will make little ballerinas dance for joy! Inside, they’ll find eight of the most beautiful ballet stories, including Swan Lake, Coppélia, The Firebird, and of course, that perennial holiday favorite, The Nutcracker. It’s the perfect way to prepare a child for seeing a performance - or to keep the magic going afterward.

Lokpriya Kahaniya by Subhadra Kumari Chauhan is a collection of beloved stories that have been passed down through generations in India. From the brave and courageous tales of Rani Laxmi Bai and Maharana Pratap to the heartwarming stories of Krishna and Sudama, these timeless tales continue to inspire and captivate audiences of all ages. Chauhan's masterful storytelling transports listeners to a world of heroism, devotion, and sacrifice.

Kipling’s classic tale taken from the Just So Stories. When all the other animals become tame, the cat is reluctant to give up his independence. He devises a clever scheme to gain a seat by the fire and a saucer of cream without having to submit to man.

This one-of-a-kind treasury brings together the talents of nearly two dozen best-selling middle-grade authors - including Shannon Hale, Brandon Mull, Ally Condie, and Jennifer A. Nielsen - who have created original short stories and modern-day fairy tales based on the lives and dreams of children they have met who all have two things in common: They have very big hopes and dreams, and they are all cancer patients.

"Leprechaun Wishes" is a magical story filled with beautiful illustrations. Dive into the enchanting world created by Nancy B. Brewer, an acclaimed author of historical fiction whose captivating tales resonate with readers of all ages. Her children's book, "Leprechaun Wishes," offers a delightful journey that emphasizes the importance of generosity and kindness. Join Finbar on an exciting adventure through the lush landscapes of Ireland as he tries to catch a clever leprechaun.

So you think you know the story of Little Red Riding Hood, the girl with the unfortunate name and the inability to tell the difference between her grandmother and a member of a different species? Well, then, try your hand at answering these questions: Which character (not including Little Red herself) is the most fashion challenged? Who (not including the wolf) is the scariest? Who (not including Granny) is the most easily scared? Who is the strangest? (Notice we’re not "not including" anyone, because they’re all a little off.) Who (no fair saying "the author") has stuffing for brains?

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.

The stories about Santa's helpers! Sammy and Tammy (Santa's special Christmas elves) have the toughest job in all the North Pole, besides Santa's job of course. They are Santa's executive helper elves. When children ask for special gifts that can't be made by Santa or the elves, it's their job to find a way to make their wish come true!

Embark in a long, epic tale of the Legend of a Minecraft Hero through his personal diary. Little did he know that the simple act of logging into this Minecraft server would set in motion a prophecy that has been passed down through generations... that a player would one day arrive on this land, not to save it but... to end it. Join the Hero as he climbs the tallest of mountains, searches the darkest of ruins, meets the strangest of friends and scariest of foes as he goes on to learn about this prophecy... this legend that tells him of a tale that he is unwilling to believe... that the Hero ...

Uno de los cuentos clásicos más populares de todos los tiempos para descubrir con los más pequeños y disfrutar en familia.

Follow the adventures of Franky the Frog and his best friend Felix the Fly. Franky is a very happy frog. Do you want to find out why he is so happy? This is an excellent storybook for early readers, listening aloud at home, and as a bedtime story.

It's unbearable... The bird's perch is swinging to and fro and hitting me on the nose. I can see my eye in its little mirror. Unbearably weird... You have the foulest feet ever. There are flies for lunch. A goat swallows your opal. And you have lived before.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have Christmas everyday? Well, one little girl did and it did not turn out as she expected…

¿Quieres compartir un cuento conmigo? Tan solo serán cinco minutos.Cuentos mágicos, divertidos, fantásticos, emocionantes, sorprendentes y únicos. Relatos de princesas y leones; cerditos y ratones; hadas, duendes, brujas y ogros; huevos saltarines y gnomos respondones… ¿Por cuál quieres empezar?

Envious, Irene makes a wish in an enchanted wood. ( A short read)

Embark on an unforgettable journey in "Ruth and Naomi: A Story of Loyalty," a captivating children's Bible storybook that brings to life the timeless tale of two remarkable women whose bond of loyalty and faithfulness transcends generations. Step into the ancient land of Bethlehem, where Naomi, a widow, and her daughter-in-law Ruth find themselves facing adversity and uncertainty. As famine strikes their homeland, they make the difficult decision to seek refuge in a foreign land, where their lives take unexpected turns.

O que é ser gente grande para você? Para o Joãozinho, era falar tudo em -ÃO. O desejo dele era crescer, mas o que cresceu mesmo foi a CONFUSÃO que ele arrumou com seus PALAVRÕES. Imagina transformar a irmã, Ana, em ANÃO? Ir pra vila brincar de VILÃO? Só mesmo um menino com muita IMAGINAÇÃO...

Muchas veces nos encontramos con reyes, magos, sabios y princesas, que son como arquetipos de partes de nosotros mismos que están dormidas esperando un despertar. Pero les falta luz, y las luces que nos ofrece el mundo exterio no les sirven. Cada uno de estos cuentos que te presentamos son como "luciérnagas" o shamirim, que representan esa chispa de luz que nos habita y que en nuestro ajetreo cotidiano parece que hayamos olvidado.

Bebe este un motănel care învață alături de Maria, micuța lui stăpână și prietenă, că mai presus decât lucrurile materiale, ceea ce ne face să ne simțim împliniți și fericiți este IUBIREA. Împreună, cei doi trec prin tot felul de situații, mai mult sau mai puțin plăcute, plasate în timpul epidemiei de ciumă din secolul al XIV-lea, și care, însumate, vor duce mai întâi la salvarea familiei Mariei, greu încercată de viață, și apoi la salvarea întregului sat medieval în care trăiesc.