Bestsellers
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A Soul as Cold as Frost
- The Winter Souls, Book 1
- By: Jennifer Kropf
- Narrated by: Mia Hutchinson-Shaw
- Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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The Quarrel of Sword and Bone was a death sentence for anyone who stepped into the arena with the deranged Queen, whose soul had crisped to frost in an age long since past....
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Impressive!
- By Sara B on 04-18-22
By: Jennifer Kropf
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The Christmas Pig
- By: J.K. Rowling
- Narrated by: Amaka Okafor, Rocco Padden, Gerran Howell, and others
- Length: 5 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Jack loves his childhood toy Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad. Until one Christmas Eve something terrible happens - DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life...even toys....
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More Scary & Violent Than "Heartwarming Adventure"
- By Bookworm on 10-19-21
By: J.K. Rowling
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Junie B. Jones #27: Dumb Bunny
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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It's an Easter egg-stravaganza! Lucille is having an Easter egg hunt at her rich expensive mansion! And guess what? The winner gets a play date to swim in Lucille’s heated indoor swimming pool....
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Good.
- By Piano on 03-28-15
By: Barbara Park
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Room on the Broom
- By: Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler
- Narrated by: Josie Lawrence
- Length: 24 mins
- Unabridged
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The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom....
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A sweet story for winding down
- By Gwyn on 08-22-22
By: Julia Donaldson, and others
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Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday
- Junie B. Jones #6
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 53 mins
- Unabridged
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That meanie Jim has invited everyone in Room Nine to his birthday party on Saturday - except Junie....
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Jim
- By Joanne R on 03-16-24
By: Barbara Park
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A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons
- By: Cressida Cowell
- Narrated by: David Tennant
- Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged
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It's Hiccup's birthday, but that's not going to keep him from getting into trouble....
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How many ways, books are useful !
- By Chris's Card on 01-30-16
By: Cressida Cowell
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A Soul as Cold as Frost
- The Winter Souls, Book 1
- By: Jennifer Kropf
- Narrated by: Mia Hutchinson-Shaw
- Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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The Quarrel of Sword and Bone was a death sentence for anyone who stepped into the arena with the deranged Queen, whose soul had crisped to frost in an age long since past....
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Impressive!
- By Sara B on 04-18-22
By: Jennifer Kropf
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The Christmas Pig
- By: J.K. Rowling
- Narrated by: Amaka Okafor, Rocco Padden, Gerran Howell, and others
- Length: 5 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Jack loves his childhood toy Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad. Until one Christmas Eve something terrible happens - DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life...even toys....
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More Scary & Violent Than "Heartwarming Adventure"
- By Bookworm on 10-19-21
By: J.K. Rowling
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Junie B. Jones #27: Dumb Bunny
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 1 hr and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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It's an Easter egg-stravaganza! Lucille is having an Easter egg hunt at her rich expensive mansion! And guess what? The winner gets a play date to swim in Lucille’s heated indoor swimming pool....
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Good.
- By Piano on 03-28-15
By: Barbara Park
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Room on the Broom
- By: Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler
- Narrated by: Josie Lawrence
- Length: 24 mins
- Unabridged
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The witch and her cat are happily flying through the sky on a broomstick when the wind picks up and blows away the witch's hat, then her bow, and then her wand! Luckily, three helpful animals find the missing items, and all they want in return is a ride on the broom....
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A sweet story for winding down
- By Gwyn on 08-22-22
By: Julia Donaldson, and others
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Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday
- Junie B. Jones #6
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 53 mins
- Unabridged
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That meanie Jim has invited everyone in Room Nine to his birthday party on Saturday - except Junie....
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Jim
- By Joanne R on 03-16-24
By: Barbara Park
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A Hero's Guide to Deadly Dragons
- By: Cressida Cowell
- Narrated by: David Tennant
- Length: 2 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged
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It's Hiccup's birthday, but that's not going to keep him from getting into trouble....
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How many ways, books are useful !
- By Chris's Card on 01-30-16
By: Cressida Cowell
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Finally
- By: Wendy Mass
- Narrated by: Kathleen McInerney
- Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Now that Rory is 12-years-old there is a long list of things that she is finally allowed to do....
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An amazing book with excitement, humor, and drama.
- By Olive on 02-21-12
By: Wendy Mass
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Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentine
- Junie B. Jones #14
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 43 mins
- Unabridged
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Hurray! February 14, Valentine's Day, as June B. calls it, is just around the corner....
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The best book in the history of books
- By anonymous on 02-12-23
By: Barbara Park
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Felicity: Love and Loyalty
- American Girl: Historical Character (TM): Felicity, Book 1
- By: Valerie Tripp
- Narrated by: Lauren Fortgang
- Length: 3 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Felicity loves riding horses far more than stitchery or serving tea. When she falls in love with a beautiful chestnut mare, she schemes to save the mare from its cruel owner with the help of Ben, her father's young apprentice....
By: Valerie Tripp
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Dork Diaries 13
- By: Rachel Renée Russell
- Narrated by: Jenni Barber
- Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
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Nikki Maxwell’s adventures continue in the 13th installment in the blockbuster number-one New York Times best-selling Dork Diaries series....
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AWSOME Book!!!!!!!!!
- By Helen on 10-07-19
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The Case of the Halloween Ghost
- By: John R. Erickson
- Narrated by: John R. Erickson
- Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins
- Unabridged
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When Halloween arrives, Hank - the self-appointed Head of Ranch Security - has got his hands full of adventure....
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Fun for the whole family
- By Roberta on 01-10-14
By: John R. Erickson
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Junie B. Jones Is a Party Animal
- Junie B. Jones #10
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 45 mins
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A slumber party over at Lucille's richie nanna's big giant house is sure to be a dream come true for Junie B....
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great performance don't care for the writing
- By Grace and Farm | Kristen Maple on 10-04-17
By: Barbara Park
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11 Before 12
- Friendship List Series, Book 1
- By: Lisa Greenwald
- Narrated by: Cassandra Morris
- Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Kaylan dreads the start of sixth grade and feels like she needs a winning game plan. Luckily, Kaylan and her chill BFF, Arianna, have a fool-proof plan for tackling transitions: a list of 11 things they need to do to totally transform themselves before they both turn 12 in November....
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BEST BOOK EVER!!!
- By Ronald Phillip on 08-22-18
By: Lisa Greenwald
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October Ogre
- Calendar Mysteries, Book 10
- By: Ron Roy
- Narrated by: Jim Meskimen
- Length: 46 mins
- Unabridged
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In the 10th book of the Calendar Mysteries - an early listener book mystery series - there's a haunted house in Green Lawn! It's Halloween, and the Shangri-la Hotel has been transformed into a haunted house, complete with an ogre out front....
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it was good because it's 1 of my favorite holidays
- By Pamela Pederson on 05-24-23
By: Ron Roy
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Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve
- By: Mary Pope Osborne
- Narrated by: Mary Pope Osborne
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
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The castle looms dark against the light of the moon. Giant ravens circle in the sky. The wind whistles through the empty windows....
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Okay listens
- By Ronald on 04-22-05
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Junie B., First Grader: Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten (and Other Thankful Stuff)
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 1 hr and 33 mins
- Unabridged
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Gobble, gobble! Room One is getting ready for their very own Thanksgiving feast! There's even a contest to see which room can write the best thankful list. The winners will get a pumpkin pie! Only it turns out being thankful is harder than it looks....
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We loved it!
- By The Grables on 04-15-15
By: Barbara Park
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Christmas in Camelot
- By: Mary Pope Osborne
- Narrated by: Mary Pope Osborne
- Length: 1 hr and 22 mins
- Unabridged
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Inspired by the Celtic legend and the spirit of the imagination, Christmas in Camelot is Mary Pope Osborne's gift to young listeners everywhere....
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Fabulous Story and Well Read
- By Marie on 12-24-06
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Judy Moody Declares Independence
- Judy Moody, Book 6
- By: Megan McDonald
- Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat
- Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
- Unabridged
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After visiting Boston, Judy Moody's in the mood for liberty and freedom - freedom from her parents' rules and her pesky little brother, that is....
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Great but...
- By gaming family on 10-13-16
By: Megan McDonald
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We're Red, Weird, and Blue! What Can We Do?
- My Weird School Special
- By: Dan Gutman
- Narrated by: Maxwell Glick
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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In honor of Presidents’ Day, A.J. and Andrea from Ella Mentry will compete against their Dirk School rivals in the ultimate Presidents’ Day Challenge! The winning school will get bragging rights, a free trip to an amusement park, and a top-secret prize....
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Awsome book
- By Eliza on 01-09-20
By: Dan Gutman
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How to Catch an Elf
- How to Catch
- By: Adam Wallace
- Narrated by: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 2 mins
- Unabridged
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It’s Christmas Eve. Your traps are set. You’ve made your secret plans. And now I’m coming to your house. SO CATCH ME, IF YOU CAN....
By: Adam Wallace
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Junie B. Jones #25: Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May.)
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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It's holiday time, and Room One is doing lots of fun things to celebrate....
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Junie B is great again
- By Karen on 11-30-05
By: Barbara Park
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My Weird School Special: The Leprechaun Is Finally Gone!
- By: Dan Gutman
- Narrated by: Maxwell Glick
- Length: 1 hr and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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A.J. and the gang are celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day with all the classic activities. But when A.J. spots a little man dressed head-to-toe in green sneaking around, it can only mean one thing: a real-life leprechaun! And one that’s wreaking havoc all around the school....
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Pretty good
- By Meo meow (lava strider2013) on 07-24-22
By: Dan Gutman
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The Landing of the Pilgrims
- Landmark Series
- By: James Daugherty
- Narrated by: Todd McLaren
- Length: 3 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Learn how and why the Pilgrims left England to come to America....
By: James Daugherty
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Mercy Watson #4
- Princess in Disguise
- By: Kate DiCamillo
- Narrated by: Ron McLarty
- Length: 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Can visions of treats entice a porcine wonder to wear her princess costume? Hold on for some Halloween havoc, Mercy Watson-style....
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My 4 year old loves it
- By Sowles on 04-03-19
By: Kate DiCamillo
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Mouse's Secret Club #2: Haunted Playground
- By: PJ Ryan
- Narrated by: Gwendolyn Druyor
- Length: 40 mins
- Unabridged
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Mouse is rarely seen without one of his beloved pet mice. He is never far from his mystery solving best friend, Rebekah, and now he has started his very own secret club....
By: PJ Ryan
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The Big Book of Christmas
- Classic Stories and Poems (100 books)
- By: Charles Dickens, L.M. Montgomery, L. Frank Baum, and others
- Narrated by: Peter Coates, Mark Bowen, Trevor O'Hare, and others
- Length: 43 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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The Big Book of Christmas: Classic Stories and Poems is a grand compilation that assembles a treasure trove of holiday tales and poems from...
By: Charles Dickens, and others
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Ghoulia
- By: Barbara Cantini
- Narrated by: Jordan Killam
- Length: 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Ghoulia lives in Crumbling Manor with her Auntie Departed and spends most of her time playing with Tragedy, her beloved albino greyhound. But things aren't as easy as they seem for this little zombie girl - all she wants is a real friend....
By: Barbara Cantini
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Ghoulia and the Ghost with No Name
- By: Barbara Cantini
- Narrated by: Jordan Killam
- Length: 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Ghoulia, Auntie Departed, and Tragedy the greyhound are back for another adventure at Crumbling Manor! They’re preparing for the annual Dead but Not Departed New Year’s Eve party. A young ghost arrives, and he seems to be fading away....
By: Barbara Cantini
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Ghoulia and the Mysterious Visitor
- By: Barbara Cantini
- Narrated by: Jordan Killam
- Length: 24 mins
- Unabridged
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One dark and stormy night, Ghoulia’s cousin Dilbert comes to visit her at Crumbling Manor. She’s confused - she didn’t invite him, and it turns out that Dilbert’s a real grouch. He complains about everything! Then Ghoulia finds that Auntie Departed has vanished....
By: Barbara Cantini
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Fireworks at the FBI
- Capital Mysteries, Book 6
- By: Ron Roy
- Narrated by: John H. Mayer
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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KC gets a front row seat to the Fourth of July festivities at the White House. What better place to be on the fourth than Washington, D.C.? But KC spots fireworks coming from a very peculiar place—the FBI building....
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Kept me guessing
- By Evie on 01-04-24
By: Ron Roy
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Little Ash Party Problem!
- Little Ash, Book 5
- By: Ash Barty, Jasmin McGaughey
- Narrated by: Ella Ferris
- Length: 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Ash and James have been invited to their friend's birthday. It's a fancy-dress party and of course, Ash is dressed as a tennis player! But when Ash loses her favorite tennis racquet, she is so worried. Even with James's help, will she ever find it?
By: Ash Barty, and others
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Joyful Song
- A Naming Story
- By: Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal - illustrator
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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What a happy day! Zachary’s baby sister will have her naming ceremony. In the temple! With his moms, the congregation, and all their friends! He’s so excited he can barely contain it. On the walk from their home, they meet neighbor after neighbor who want to know the baby’s name. But—not yet!—his mothers tell him. The tradition is to have a great reveal at the ceremony. So they invite each neighbor to come along. A colorful, diverse parade blooms along the route, until…At last it’s time, and Zachary gets to reveal his sister’s name…What is it? A truly joyful moment for everyone.
By: Lesléa Newman, and others
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The Christmas Children
- By: Joanna Molloy
- Narrated by: Claire Glover, Phillip Freeman
- Length: 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Immerse yourself in the heartwarming tale of "The Christmas Children," where the magic of the holiday season comes alive. Written by Joanna Molloy and narrated by Claire Glover and Phillip Freeman, this enchanting story follows a group of children who embark on a transformative journey to discover the true spirit of Christmas.
By: Joanna Molloy
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How Much Farther, Papa Smurf?
- The Smurfs
- By: Peyo
- Narrated by: P. J. Ochlan
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Papa Smurf is excited to lead everyone on an unforgettable trip to see the rare, beautiful Blue Moon! Everyone is having fun on the journey—or almost everyone. Brainy just wants to get there already, and he keeps asking an age-old question: How much farther, Papa Smurf?
By: Peyo
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JINGLE BELLS
- By: Chuck Nelson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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A plump and lazy young elf named Winker has made a disaster of his first day in Santa's Workshop. The elf in charge of the workshop wants him thrown out but Santa takes pity on the bumbling elf and creates a job for him as the caretaker of Santa's sleigh. Winker's new job is the easiest at the North Pole, cleaning the sleigh before and after Christmas, something he faithfully does for many years. Unfortunately, he forgets to also take care of the building where the sleigh is stored and finds early one winter that Santa's sleigh is ruined. Now Winker must get a new sleigh for Santa in time ...
By: Chuck Nelson
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Melissa Ferguson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life of the civil rights movement leader. Some people observe the day by singing, reading, or watching movies about him. Others volunteer in their community or make peace-inspired crafts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Melissa Ferguson
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Little Ash Party Problem!
- Little Ash, Book 5
- By: Ash Barty, Jasmin McGaughey
- Narrated by: Ella Ferris
- Length: 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Ash and James have been invited to their friend's birthday. It's a fancy-dress party and of course, Ash is dressed as a tennis player! But when Ash loses her favorite tennis racquet, she is so worried. Even with James's help, will she ever find it?
By: Ash Barty, and others
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Joyful Song
- A Naming Story
- By: Lesléa Newman, Susan Gal - illustrator
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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What a happy day! Zachary’s baby sister will have her naming ceremony. In the temple! With his moms, the congregation, and all their friends! He’s so excited he can barely contain it. On the walk from their home, they meet neighbor after neighbor who want to know the baby’s name. But—not yet!—his mothers tell him. The tradition is to have a great reveal at the ceremony. So they invite each neighbor to come along. A colorful, diverse parade blooms along the route, until…At last it’s time, and Zachary gets to reveal his sister’s name…What is it? A truly joyful moment for everyone.
By: Lesléa Newman, and others
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The Christmas Children
- By: Joanna Molloy
- Narrated by: Claire Glover, Phillip Freeman
- Length: 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Immerse yourself in the heartwarming tale of "The Christmas Children," where the magic of the holiday season comes alive. Written by Joanna Molloy and narrated by Claire Glover and Phillip Freeman, this enchanting story follows a group of children who embark on a transformative journey to discover the true spirit of Christmas.
By: Joanna Molloy
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How Much Farther, Papa Smurf?
- The Smurfs
- By: Peyo
- Narrated by: P. J. Ochlan
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Papa Smurf is excited to lead everyone on an unforgettable trip to see the rare, beautiful Blue Moon! Everyone is having fun on the journey—or almost everyone. Brainy just wants to get there already, and he keeps asking an age-old question: How much farther, Papa Smurf?
By: Peyo
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JINGLE BELLS
- By: Chuck Nelson
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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A plump and lazy young elf named Winker has made a disaster of his first day in Santa's Workshop. The elf in charge of the workshop wants him thrown out but Santa takes pity on the bumbling elf and creates a job for him as the caretaker of Santa's sleigh. Winker's new job is the easiest at the North Pole, cleaning the sleigh before and after Christmas, something he faithfully does for many years. Unfortunately, he forgets to also take care of the building where the sleigh is stored and finds early one winter that Santa's sleigh is ruined. Now Winker must get a new sleigh for Santa in time ...
By: Chuck Nelson
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Melissa Ferguson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life of the civil rights movement leader. Some people observe the day by singing, reading, or watching movies about him. Others volunteer in their community or make peace-inspired crafts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Melissa Ferguson
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Juneteenth
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Lisa A. Crayton
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Juneteenth celebrates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. Across the country, people observe the day with speeches, poetry readings, festivals, picnics, street fairs, and family reunions. It is a day for people to come together and continue working toward equality.
By: Lisa A. Crayton
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Día de los Muertos
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Alicia Salazar
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Día de los Muertos is a special holiday to remember and celebrate loved ones. It is a Mexican tradition held to honor those who have died. Some people dress up and go to parades. Others sing, dance, and eat special food. Others decorate altars with flowers and make offerings. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Alicia Salazar
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Diwali
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Anita Nahta Amin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Diwali is about celebrating! It honors the Hindu story of Rama. Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains also celebrate Diwali. To celebrate this Festival of Lights, people light lamps, watch fireworks, and dance. Others might exchange cards and presents. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Anita Nahta Amin
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Kwanzaa
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Dr. Artika R. Tyner
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Kwanzaa is about celebrating! It honors African American heritage. Some people mark the holiday by lighting the kinara. Families and friends gather to eat a big feast. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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Indigenous Peoples' Day
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Katrina M. Phillips
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Indigenous Peoples' Day is about celebrating! The second Monday in October is a day to honor Native American people, their histories, and cultures. People mark the day with food, dancing, and songs. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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Christmas
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Emily Raij
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Christmas is about celebrating! It is a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus. Some people mark the holiday with Christmas trees and other decorations. People gather with family and friends to eat meals and give gifts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Emily Raij
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Hanukkah
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Jessica Server
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Hanukkah is about celebrating! Often called the Festival of Lights, the eight-day celebration honors a miracle that happened long ago. During Hanukkah, people light the menorah. They sing songs. They gather with family and friends to eat special food and give gifts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Jessica Server
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The Birthday Party Mystery
- Katie Woo and Pedro Mysteries
- By: Fran Manushkin
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 4 mins
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It’s nearly Katie’s birthday, and she learns she will be getting a special present. She’s too excited to wait patiently for the gift to arrive, so she decides to investigate ahead of time. The clues might lead her to her present, but is it better to let this mystery go unsolved?
By: Fran Manushkin
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Cinco de Mayo
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Sharon Katz Cooper
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Cinco de Mayo is about celebrating! It honors a Mexican Army victory during the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Some people mark the holiday with folk dancing or traditional foods such as chalupas and mole poblano. Others watch parades or attend cultural festivals. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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Groundhog Day
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Sharon Katz Cooper
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Groundhog Day puts weather prediction in the paws of a rodent! To celebrate this holiday, some people watch Punxsutawney Phil in person, on TV, or online. Others make springtime crafts or have groundhog parties. Listeners will discover how a shared special day can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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Chinese New Year
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Sharon Katz Cooper
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Chinese New Year is a time for new beginnings. Some people clean their homes from top to bottom or share meals with friends. Others pray, light fireworks, or give each other gifts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
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Earth Day
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Melissa Ferguson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Earth Day celebrates our beautiful planet and calls us to act on its behalf. Some people spend the day planting flowers or trees. Others organize neighborhood clean-ups, go on nature walks, or make recycled crafts. Listeners will discover how a shared holiday can have multiple traditions and be celebrated in all sorts of ways.
By: Melissa Ferguson