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Edited by multi-award-winning author Aida Salazar, this anthology brings together a star-studded cast of Latine kidlit verse novelists for an unprecedented collection of short stories in verse about the power of music.

Sound interesting? The author thinks so too! Listen to Sleepy Short Stories for Kids, A Collection today.

A story collection reflecting an important part of every child's life. Five children in different parts of the world are connected by the captivating flight of starling murmurations. A runaway, a rescue, a desert drama, from Egypt to Morocco, across Spain and France, the starlings swoop and dive, glide and soar - as the children watching them undertake their own journeys.

Everyone knows the story of Cinderella. In fact, many of us know a few different versions. But there are thousands of folk tales and hidden gems from every corner of the world that are timeless classics in their local communities that don’t have the same reach. Until now. This beautiful treasury has stories to make you laugh, gasp, join in with and learn from. Each tale is written by an expert storyteller from around the world.

From magic spells that can't be stopped to fairy parties in the woods at midnight, there's a quick bit of magic for everyone in this collection of five-minute tales by Enid Blyton! These traditional tales are ideal for younger children. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for bedtime or the classroom.

This imaginative collection of engaging short stories is perfect for all kids. From a spaceship flight into a Black Hole, to a genie that comes out of a ketchup bottle; from a magical pen that knows all the answers to a test, to a crochet-loving pirate; these original short stories by bestselling author Kes Gray will excite and inspire young listeners not only to listen on, but also to write their own stories. Fast-paced and action-packed, Good Bits is ideal for kids who need a bit of encouragement. The short story form is perfect for a quick adventure somewhere new.

Have you ever had a fight with a crazy dentist, or put dog poo on someone's bike seat, or ridden a wheelchair into the girls' toilets? Of course not.

Tony has a love of old comics… but when he goes poking around where he doesn’t belong, will he find himself discontinued? Kylie is thrilled to have a summer job at the local pet store… but will the store’s more gruesome creatures rub off on her? Teddy knows his new substitute teacher has a monstrous secret… but will telling the truth mean risking Mr. Howell’s wrath?

Get ready for a terrifying spin on some of literature’s most beloved tales—no story is safe! From Captain Hook’s run-in with dark magic to Sherlock Holmes narrowly escaping graveyard spirits to a happily never after for Cinderella, this horror anthology is anything but a bedtime story. In this terrifying new collection for young listeners, the best-loved stories from the literary canon are revisited and reimagined with a deadly twist by some of the top authors working in middle grade today.

We had such an excellent dinner yesterday," said an old mouse of the female sex to another who had not been present at the feast. "I sat number twenty-one below the mouse-king, which was not a bad place. Shall I tell you what we had? Everything was first rate.

Angelica Sprocket lives next door. Her overcoat has pockets galore! And you'll never guess what's in them... Prepare to be surprised, thrilled and tickled pink by Angelica Sprocket's never-ending pockets, and the marvellous things she keeps in them!

Anna's science teacher really gets on her nerves – but is that a good enough reason to turn her into a giant rat? With a big, angry rat on the loose, Anna soon realises she's made a bad mistake. How will she turn it back into her teacher? And can she do it quickly, before anyone finds out that she's an apprentice witch? Anna can't admit what she's done, so no one can help her with her big, furry problem – or can they? Sometimes even witches need a little help from their friends!

Este cuento narra la historia de Luchito, un nene al que no le gustaba comer y todos los días se inventaba una excusa nueva para no terminar la comida. Pero las mágicas recetas del abuelo Chuque harán que su apetito se abra, su olfato se agudice y su curiosidad lo lleve a probar nuevos y deliciosos manjares. Escrito en imprenta mayúscula y minúscula, y totalmente ilustrado. Para primeros lectores.

Meet the wizard who can tell your future and find the princess's stolen crown in these short stories from Enid Blyton. Filled with excitement, adventure and much more, this collection is perfect for children aged eight and up!

Faites la connaissance de filles très différentes qui ont toutes un point commun : Elles sont fortes, sûres d'elles et se battent pour se faire une place dans le monde avec une énergie enchanteresse ! Toutes les jeunes filles en ont fait l'expérience : une nouvelle classe, des soucis de notes ou des ennuis avec les parents, et hop, ils sont là - les peurs et les doutes qui se mettent en travers du chemin de la petite super-héroïne.

In this third collection of Big Words, Small Stories, meet Davey and his anthropomorphic sidekick Abigail for the first time and join them on eight adventures that introduce them to some delightful new words – from rambunctious chipmunks, to flabbergasting feats, to precarious machines!

Another simple, universal story from Sally Morgan, this time, a celebration of rain. Thank You Rain! is a joyful listen, and is full of the plants and animals that welcome rain: raindrops in the treetops; birds singing in the rain; raindrops wetting the dry earth and filling creek beds; birds, frogs and kangaroos all enjoying the rain and finishing with Johnny dancing with happiness!

This edition encompasses the best short fiction ever written for children. The beloved, enchanting fairy tales, such as of Cinderella and the Sleeping Beauty, thrilling stories packed with the adventures of Sindbad and Aladdin, excerpts from iconic works such as Oliver Twist and Gulliver’s Travels—all this and many more stories that inform, educate, entertain, and enthral children and fill them with wonder and fire up their imagination, have been included in this covetable collection.

Do you want your girl to navigate girlhood with confidence and resilience? Shine, My Amazing Girl is a unique chapter book that transforms traditional storytelling into a powerful tool for growth and empowerment. This collection of captivating short stories is uniquely designed to boost your child's confidence and help them tackle life’s challenges head-on.

A story of faith, hope, second chances, and seven diamonds that find their way around the world and change lives. A spiritual book by Fionnuala Swann. Others in this series coming.