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Moscow’s Red Square is a center of Russian history and culture. This book explores the physical and cultural geography of Russia, showing the listener what daily life is like in Russia and how Russians keep their cultural traditions alive in the modern world.

Haiti is a country that has experienced many hardships—most recently, a devastating earthquake in January of 2010. It is also a country with a rich history and a culture that is famous for its unique, colorful painting and sculpture styles. Listeners will learn about Haiti’s landscape, its vibrant culture, and the work being done to rebuild Haiti today.

For over a quarter century, Germany stood as a country divided. A huge concrete barrier known as the Berlin Wall physically divided the capital of Berlin. When the wall came down in 1989, Germany was reborn. Listeners will learn what daily life is like today for the innovative and industrious people of Germany.

Japan is a nation made up of many islands in the western Pacific Ocean. Over 100 million people live in this small nation of islands. Many live in the countryside, but millions live in crowded cities like Tokyo. Students will learn about the physical features of the landscape and surrounding waters as well as the cultural aspects of the Japanese from old traditions to modern everyday life.

Cuba is a group of several islands. Long ago, one of the islands was called Treasure Island because it was a home base for many Caribbean pirates. Young listeners will learn about life in modern Cuba—the school system, the delicious food, and the vibrancy of Cuban culture.

Brazil is the largest country in South America and the fifth largest and most populated country in the world. The Amazon Rainforest in Brazil has the greatest biological diversity of any ecosystem on the planet. Students will learn all about Brazilian culture and get a glimpse into what kids do for fun in Brazil, especially discovering the country’s love for soccer.

Iran is an ancient country that used to be called Persia. The Persians were one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, and Persian culture has a strong presence in Iranian culture today. In this book, explore Iran’s rain forests, national cuisine, and the traditions of a people that trace their roots back thousands of years.

China, with over one billion people, is the most populated country in the world. China’s most famous tourist attraction is the Great Wall, which runs across about 5,000 miles of northern China. Rich with Chinese culture, this title explores Chinese food, holidays, and daily life. Eager listeners will also get to challenge their tongues with a few common words from the unique Chinese language!

Travel to Kenya and see if you can spot giraffes, elephants, lions and other African animals! Dinosaur bones and giant crocodile fossils discovered in Kenya reveal that the country has been home to a variety of wildlife for millions of years. Learn more about Kenya’s wildlife, and explore Kenyan culture and the diversity of people that call this beautiful place home.

Das Abenteuer geht weiter! Tuff ruft seinen Freund Flumm zu Hilfe, weil etwas in seiner Baumhöhle steckt – zusammen mit dem Kopfwärmer! Ein großes Tier hat die Höhle besetzt, nur ein schwarz-weiß geringelter Schwanz schaut noch heraus. Rasch schmieden die beiden Abenteuer einen waghalsigen Plan, um den Eindringling loszuwerden. Turbulent und spannend geht es weiter mit Federohrs und Flitzepfotes unglaublichen Erlebnissen im Dämmerwald. Die beiden ungleichen Freunde müssen erfinderisch sein und fest zusammenhalten, denn es erwarten sie federsträubende Überraschungen.

Did you know that Abraham Lincoln was a terrible speller for his entire life? Or that kids teased him on his first day of school because he wore a sunbonnet? Or that he almost died several times when he was a child? Most people don’t know these things about our nation’s greatest president. But Lucy Millaway learns all about Lincoln when she travels back in time to the backwoods of Indiana in the 1820s. Join Lucy as she spends a day with young Abe and discovers fascinating stories and forgotten moments behind his remarkable rise to greatness!

Island of Stars will take you on an old-fashioned adventure, building like an ocean wave as nautical mysteries and historical intrigue are blended together in a fairy tale that resolves itself in a fantastical climax. This story was written primarily for ages 9-12, but is a perfect family book and one that will keep adult listeners entertained and engaged as well.

Un écrivain ... Un princesse ... Un grand secret ... Par l'auteur du Journal de Gurty, la série adorée par 1 million de lecteurs ! Gontran Pelpoir, savant professeur de latin, devient malgré lui auteur de livres pour enfants. Seul problème : il a une peur bleue des enfants ! Comble de malchance, ses livres connaissent un tel succès que le malheureux doit affronter des hordes de jeunes lecteurs lors de séances de dédicaces.

Dave and the gang have to fight for their lives after the disastrous events of Dave the Villager 32. Can they defeat Mad Mulligan, or have they finally met their match?

Finn hat eine besondere Gabe: Er kann seine Träume beeinflussen. Doch eines Nachts taucht ein fremdes Mädchen in seinem Traum auf: Sanja. Sie sucht nach ihren Eltern. Vermutlich hält sie Mrak, der böse Herrscher des Albtraumlandes, gefangen. Ihre Suche führt Sanja und Finn ins Traumland Deseo. Dort stellt sich heraus, dass Sanja wegen mehrerer Diebstähle gesucht wird. Gehört sie zu den Bösen? Als Finns Gabe im Traumland versagt, kann er nicht mehr zurück – er ist gezwungen, Sanja zu vertrauen.

Ben was never supposed to find out about his father's mysterious past, but when a school project forces him to confront his mother, she can no longer ignore the secrets she's kept all these years. With the help of his best friend Cooper and his new dog Blue, Ben embarks on a wild journey to uncover the truth about his dad's past—and what he discovers may be stranger and more unexpected than anything he could have ever imagined.

Snowballing screen time? Sweatpants proliferation? Zoom-bombing grandparents? Sherwood Heights has all the signs of a true dystopia. Luckily, the Dudes are ready to fill the power vacuum. See how the Dudes take on: Family-style Forest Bathing, Suburban Tsunami, Diwali Inferno, and The Ultimate Alien Conspiracy!

Israel is a country with deep religious roots. It is considered the homeland of the Jewish people. In this book, young listeners will be introduced to Israel’s devout people, historic landmarks, and foods that create an interesting and unique cultural heritage.

Colt, a skilled junior golfer, has one huge problem…he falls apart when playing in front of a crowd. He thinks he might have found the solution to his golfing issues when a mysterious man moves into his Palm Springs neighborhood. Colt sets out with his two best friends to convince the man to be Colt’s new golf coach. Once they meet Pro Kitchen, they find out there is something special about this new neighbor.

Sadie the Spider is small as can be, but a hairy spider is all people see. They jump and yell and scream and shout, so off Sadie runs to find a place to hide out. Follow Sadie as she runs from house to garden and see if she can find a safe place to be....