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Adults wage war, while children are unwitting victims, pulled into a maelstrom of fear and hate without any choice. This is a story about two groups of teenagers on opposite sides of the world, forever connected by an act of war. It is a story about the adults some of those teens became, forever connected by acts of forgiveness, understanding, and peace. And it is a story about one remarkable man, whose heart belonged to both America and Japan, who put that peace and understanding in motion.

Sunjata of the Mandé Empire is a tale of perseverance and resilience. It's a story about a boy who overcame self-doubt and became a great leader by listening to the needs of his people.This story is an adaptation of an epic poem that has been told by jali poets since the 13th century. It tells of a young boy becoming the founder of the Mandé Empire, one of the richest empires in African and Malian history.

When Hattie, a mouse from London, England, meets Jacques, a mouse from Paris, France, a wonderful friendship begins. They join the French au pair Sophie and the twins Bobby and Bella on a trip around London. They visit many landmarks and have some adventures on the way.

Martin longs to be a musician. But a piano wouldn't fit in his mobile home, even if his father would let him have one. Martin's father wants him to play baseball and forget about all that "sissy" music stuff. If it weren't for the harmonica he plays when he's out of the house, and the music he creates in his head when his father is yelling at him, Martin would have no music at all. Then he sees a violin for sale for $50 in a pawn shop window, and he can think of nothing else. There's just one problem: he only has $12.78.

Prinzessin Laya ist eine kleine Prinzessin mit einer knallroten Strähne und verschiedenfarbigen Augen. Ihre Krone rutscht ständig, aber das ist ihr egal. Viel wichtiger sind ihr der kleine Hund Fluffi, ihre Königinmama, die Buchhaltung liebt, gerne regiert und ihr Königpapa, der stattdessen viel lieber für alle kocht. Das große Fest im königlichen Schloss steht kurz bevor, auf dem Laya gerne mittanzen würde. Aber sie hat ein wenig Angst, sich zu blamieren. Was ist, wenn sie über ihre eigenen Füße stolpert? Das wäre ihr zu peinlich.

Told in brief, repetitive episodes, Ichiro and the Great Mountain follows a young, free-spirited boy through the stages of life as he searches for his true self, making this original literary folktale by award-winning author and storyteller W. Nikola-Lisa a story of becoming or, in the Buddhist tradition, a story of self-realization and enlightenment.

Ajay hat einen großen Traum: Er will später einmal ein bekannter Journalist werden. Als Straßenjunge in Mumbai hat er es bisher allerdings nur zum Zeitungsverkäufer gebracht. Doch Ajay ist sich sicher: Nichts ist unmöglich! Als eine Kleidungsfabrik in der Nachbarschaft bei einem heftigen Monsunregen unter mysteriösen Umständen einstürzt, schwört er sich, der Sache nachzugehen. Zusammen mit seinen Freunden gründet er eine eigene Zeitung, in der er die Wahrheit ans Licht bringen will.

When the very modern character of Nancy Drew first appeared in 1930, no one had a clue that she would remain a star for the next century! To this day, Nancy is still the main character in new TV shows, movies, and books. What makes her so interesting to so many generations of readers? Nancy can do it all! She's a daring teenage girl who solves mysteries, expertly drives her famous blue car, cooks like a gourmet chef, swims like a pro, and more! Since her first appearance, the prodigy detective has inspired young readers to believe that they can do it all, too.

Edie Berger is a prankster, the daughter of activists, and a revolutionary in her own right. Paris is Edie's home and her favorite place in the world. But when her parents decide to travel the globe fighting for good causes, Edie is left in the care of Odette, her strict grandmother—and, ultimately, shipped off to boarding school in England. A school trip finds Edie back in the streets of Paris, exploring with her friends and forced to confront the grandmother who sent her away. But is there more to Odette than Edie realizes?

Paloma Marquez is traveling to Mexico City, birthplace of her deceased father, for the very first time. She's hoping that spending time in Mexico will help her unlock memories of the too-brief time they spent together. While in Mexico, Paloma meets Lizzie and Gael, who present her with an irresistible challenge: The siblings want her to help them find a valuable ring that once belonged to beloved Mexican artist Frida Kahlo. Finding the ring means a big reward—and the thanks of all Mexico. But the brother and sister have a secret. Do they really want to return the ring?

Meet the Three Princesses is a heartwarming story about a loving family who live in Haiti. Listeners will enjoy the details that highlight the unique, lovely charm of a small island town. Esther, Cassandra and Rosa are happy girls, but they miss their father when he is away at work. They don’t know he has a wonderful surprise in store! Will this surprise show his sweet daughters how much he thinks of them all throughout the day? Listen along and share the special love, joy and pride that Mama and Papa have for their three princesses. A beautiful, uplifting family tale.

When her mother falls ill, brave Kameko sets off on a journey to bring back the jewel from the Monkey-King’s crown, known for its healing properties. Along the way she is helped by both people and kindly divinities, but will the Monkey-King give up his jewel so easily? Kameko and the Monkey-King is a magical story, showing that courage and kindness bring unexpected gifts.

The bees in Bumblonia were doing quite nicely until Malicia, in her glass Wellington boots, became the Queen of the kingdom. One simple misunderstanding can change life dramatically if it involves little knowledge of nature’s role in everyday life. Being arrested and locked in a dark and dreary dungeon just for stinging a posh person on the bottom was certainly a bee’s worst nightmare! Surely just because bees are not mentioned in a good book, it doesn’t make them demons? If you tell people something enough times, they start to believe you! Even if yesterday they knew better.

Quand Louve décide de surprendre de Loup et de l'emmener à Paris, c'est un voyage fabuleux et plein de surprises qui les attendent ! 10 pastilles pour partir à la découverte de la ville des amoureux : Y'a-il un Musée du Loup à Paris ? Qu'y a-t-il en dessous des pavés ? Qui est la Dame de Fer ? Loup est-il trop lourd pour monter sur un bateau mouche ? Et que fait cette momie coincée dans une étrange pyramide au cœur de la ville ? Suivez notre Loup préféré et sa Louve chérie pour connaître et découvrir les richesses qui font la renommée de Paris.

This book is a true story of a most amazing kitten that was swept away during a hurricane and found her way back home six weeks later to teach her family about hope, spirituality, and the true spirit of survival.

In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free...a koala called Kevin clung to a tree. Kevin likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But when change comes along uninvited one day, Kevin discovers that life can be new and wonderful!

Em uma escola três alunos baderneiros, encontram a competente professora Jaqueline com suas aulas de história. Mais tudo isso acaba quando em uma visita ao museu do Ipiranga, em uma exposição descobrem que a espada original de D. Pedro I que continha uma pedra de rubi que foi usada na independência do Brasil, desapareceu fazendo assim o fantasma de Dom Pedro surgir e os manda direto para o passado, em uma aventura sobre o conhecimento de um pedaço da história que levou D. Pedro I a proclamar a independência do Brasil.

Anne's House of Dreams is a novel by the Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. It was first published in 1917 by McClelland, Goodchild and Stewart. The novel is from a series of books written primarily for girls and young women, about a young girl named Anne Shirley. The books follow the course of Anne's life. It is set principally on Canada's Prince Edward Island, Montgomery's birthplace and home for much of her life.

"Das EINhörnchen": EICHhorn Buschel verliebt sich in das Plüsch-EINhorn der kleinen Prinzessin. Das ist sooo kuschelig, dass er es nicht mehr hergeben will. Er entführt es kurzerhand auf den höchsten Baum, wo Ein- und Eichhörnchen engumschlungen auf die Königskinder herabschauen. Was nun? "Der Pustekuchen": Der Erzähler mahnt zur Ordnung und unterstützt das mit vielen Floskeln und Redewendungen. Der kleine König ist genervt und bezweifelt, dass es Wörter wie Krimskrams, Tohuwabohu und andere überhaupt gibt. Da er eine Idee. Und schlägt mit gleichen Waffen zurück.

A bored and curious little girl, Jamie Malone wishes for a bit of sunshine on a cloudy day. But a friendly balloon soon whisks her off for an adventure in the sky, where she can float into the clouds and soon meets her new nature friends in the sky. How do clouds float? Or carry the rain? Where do they go when they disappear? Are there clouds on other planets? Do they have memories? Have they ever seen a girl like her?