Bestsellers
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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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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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A to Z Mysteries Super Editions 1-4
- Detective Camp; Mayflower Treasure Hunt; White House White-Out; Sleepy Hollow Sleepover (A to Z Mysteries)
- By: Ron Roy
- Narrated by: David Pittu
- Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose solve mysteries from A to Z! This collection includes Detective Camp, Mayflower Treasure Hunt, White House White-Out, and Sleepy Hollow Sleepover....
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Beautiful
- By Mae7 on 08-15-23
By: Ron Roy
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A Year in Brambly Hedge
- By: Jill Barklem
- Narrated by: John Moffatt
- Length: 1 hr
- Unabridged
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The mice of Brambly Hedge have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. All through the year, they mark the seasons with feasts and festivities and, of course, the mice never miss an opportunity to meet and celebrate....
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Approval
- By Jeremy Greening on 10-03-20
By: Jill Barklem
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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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The Gift of the Magi
- By: O. Henry
- Narrated by: Cindy Hardin Killavey
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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O. Henry wrote many stories, but this, the story of two "ultimate gifts", is his most famous....
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Well
- By Empowerment on 12-19-08
By: O. Henry
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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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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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A to Z Mysteries Super Editions 1-4
- Detective Camp; Mayflower Treasure Hunt; White House White-Out; Sleepy Hollow Sleepover (A to Z Mysteries)
- By: Ron Roy
- Narrated by: David Pittu
- Length: 6 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Help Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose solve mysteries from A to Z! This collection includes Detective Camp, Mayflower Treasure Hunt, White House White-Out, and Sleepy Hollow Sleepover....
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Beautiful
- By Mae7 on 08-15-23
By: Ron Roy
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A Year in Brambly Hedge
- By: Jill Barklem
- Narrated by: John Moffatt
- Length: 1 hr
- Unabridged
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The mice of Brambly Hedge have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. All through the year, they mark the seasons with feasts and festivities and, of course, the mice never miss an opportunity to meet and celebrate....
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Approval
- By Jeremy Greening on 10-03-20
By: Jill Barklem
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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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The Gift of the Magi
- By: O. Henry
- Narrated by: Cindy Hardin Killavey
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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O. Henry wrote many stories, but this, the story of two "ultimate gifts", is his most famous....
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Well
- By Empowerment on 12-19-08
By: O. Henry
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Jake & the Gingerbread Wars
- A Gryphon Chronicles Christmas Novella
- By: E.G. Foley
- Narrated by: Jamie du Pont MacKenzie
- Length: 5 hrs and 25 mins
- Unabridged
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After his harsh beginnings as a rough-and-tumble orphan on the streets of Victorian London, Jake Everton, the 12-year-old Lord Griffon, takes his rightful place as the long-lost heir of an aristocratic family with magical powers. In the fantastical nooks and crannies of the Victorian Age....
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Heart warming
- By Patricia E. Brown on 09-06-22
By: E.G. Foley
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A to Z Mysteries Super Edition 13: Crime in the Crypt
- A to Z Mysteries, Book 13
- By: Ron Roy
- Narrated by: David Pittu
- Length: 2 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are headed to the Big Apple! They plan to spend time with Ruth Rose's grandmother in Brooklyn. But their plans are foiled when a famous vase is stolen from the Greenwood Cemetery....
By: Ron Roy
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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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Haunted Castle on Hallows Eve
- By: Mary Pope Osborne
- Narrated by: Mary Pope Osborne
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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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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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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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
- By: Barbara Robinson
- Narrated by: Elaine Stritch
- Length: 1 hr and 26 mins
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The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world....
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WHAT A WASTE
- By Patty on 10-05-10
By: Barbara Robinson
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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., 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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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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So basic
- By Y. Meshcheryakova on 05-11-24
By: Barbara Park
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Valentine's Day for Baby Zeke
- An Unofficial Minecraft Book (Holiday Books for Minecrafters)
- By: Dr. Block
- Narrated by: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 1 hr and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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While visiting a village near his house, Baby Zeke notices a cute girl baby zombie but is too nervous to talk to her. Soon, however, he gets some help expressing his feelings from a surprising source.
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Really good!
- By Trkmec on 04-28-24
By: Dr. Block
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Winter According to Humphrey
- Humphrey
- By: Betty Birney
- Narrated by: William Dufris
- Length: 3 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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The holidays are coming and Humphrey is unsqueakably excited. He loves to hear about all the different ways his friends in Room 26 celebrate....
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Humphrey
- By Sam on 11-06-23
By: Betty Birney
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The Tale of Peter Rabbit
- By: Beatrix Potter
- Narrated by: Pauline Brailsford
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Peter, the naughty rabbit, helps himself to the crops from Mr. MacGregor's garden, to the dismay of all....
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Wonderful narrator!
- By Anonymous on 07-25-12
By: Beatrix Potter
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A Nancy Drew Christmas
- Nancy Drew Diaries, Book 18
- By: Carolyn Keene
- Narrated by: Jorjeana Marie
- Length: 6 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Nancy finds herself a Christmas mystery in this super special 18th book of the Nancy Drew Diaries series, a fresh approach to the classic mystery series. Nancy Drew’s dad surprises her with a trip to a beautiful New England ski resort for Christmas break....
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Awesome
- By C. Hale on 04-08-20
By: Carolyn Keene
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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
- Unabridged
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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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Pete the Cat
- Big Easter Adventure
- By: James Dean
- Narrated by: Teddy Walsh
- Length: 3 mins
- Unabridged
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When Pete wakes up on Easter morning, he finds that the Easter Bunny needs his help!....
By: James Dean
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The Christmas Turkey Disaster
- By: John R. Erickson
- Narrated by: John R. Erickson
- Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
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Hank is in real trouble this time. Loper and Sally May's relatives are coming for Christmas dinner, and Sally May has been working to get the entire ranch in order - including preparing for the Christmas feast....
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I love it!
- By William Evans on 06-18-16
By: John R. Erickson
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The Night Before Christmas
- By: Clement Clarke Moore
- Narrated by: David deVries
- Length: 4 mins
- Unabridged
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This is story of Santa's visit on a snowy Christmas Eve, beautifully brought to life with festive music....
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The Mystery at the Calgary Stampede
- The Boxcar Children Mysteries, Book 140
- By: Gertrude Chandler Warner
- Narrated by: Aimee Lilly
- Length: 1 hr and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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One warm night, four children stood in front of a bakery. No one knew them. No one knew where they had come from....
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Mysterious
- By Meghan Browne on 08-11-20
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Junie B. Jones Is (Almost) a Flower Girl
- Junie B. Jones #13
- By: Barbara Park
- Narrated by: Lana Quintal
- Length: 45 mins
- Unabridged
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Junie B. Jones is a very grown-up little lady. So how come everyone treats her like a baby? It's not fair....
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Pretty good I like it
- By Stacey V. on 09-27-23
By: Barbara Park
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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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Thank You, Omu!
- By: Oge Mora
- Narrated by: LaQuita James
- Length: 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Everyone in the neighborhood dreams of a taste of Omu's delicious stew! One by one, they follow their noses toward the scrumptious scent. And one by one, Omu offers a portion of her meal. Soon, the pot is empty....
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Thank You Omu
- By Gwenevere on 10-24-19
By: Oge Mora
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Claus Boxed 3
- A Science Fiction Holiday Adventure (Claus Universe Boxed)
- By: Tony Bertauski
- Narrated by: James Killavey
- Length: 25 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
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When Tin’s family inherits an enormous rural estate, they discover the hidden treasures of Toyland. The eccentric mansion was built long ago by a toy magnate named Wallace Noel, a man made famous by his beloved Noel toys....
By: Tony Bertauski
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The Halloween Moon
- By: Joseph Fink
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 7 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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A wickedly fun middle-grade novel about a Halloween-obsessed girl named Esther Gold, who goes out trick-or-treating for one last year, only to find her town under the thrall of a mysterious presence....
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Exceptional!
- By M. Reyes on 08-30-21
By: Joseph Fink
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Pete the Cat’s Happy Halloween
- By: James Dean, Kimberly Dean
- Narrated by: James Fouhey
- Length: 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Kids will love hearing about Pete and his buddies' spooky, fun Halloween costumes! Pete the cat is almost ready for the Halloween parade. But first, he has to gather all of his friends....
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Don’t waste your credit
- By marius m on 05-03-23
By: James Dean, and others
New releases
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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 favourite 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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The Color of Love
- By: Poppy Harlow, Laura Jarrett
- Narrated by: Poppy Harlow, Laura Jarrett
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Everyone in Ms. Clementine's class has a different answer, but Grace doesn't know which color to choose. Love could be blue like her favorite pair of shoes, or yellow like the daffodils that grow in her neighborhood. As Grace and her classmates share what love looks like to them, they learn that it comes in many forms.
By: Poppy Harlow, and others
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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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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 favourite 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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The Color of Love
- By: Poppy Harlow, Laura Jarrett
- Narrated by: Poppy Harlow, Laura Jarrett
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Performance
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Everyone in Ms. Clementine's class has a different answer, but Grace doesn't know which color to choose. Love could be blue like her favorite pair of shoes, or yellow like the daffodils that grow in her neighborhood. As Grace and her classmates share what love looks like to them, they learn that it comes in many forms.
By: Poppy Harlow, and others
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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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Performance
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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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Performance
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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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Performance
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Cinco de Mayo
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Sharon Katz Cooper
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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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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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
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100th Day of School
- Traditions & Celebrations
- By: Sharon Katz Cooper
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Kids love to celebrate the 100th Day of School! Some elementary school students make crafts, play games, or eat treats to mark the holiday. Others have a dress-up day or hold counting contests.
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Birthdays Around the World
- Customs Around the World
- By: Mary Meinking
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Happy birthday! Let's celebrate! All around the world people are turning another year older. What are some ways birthdays are celebrated in Asia? Or in South America? Discover the ways people celebrate birthdays in this engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.
By: Mary Meinking