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An exquisite story for anyone who needs hope and comfort in difficult times. A young angel learns about the Dark Things that humans carry - pain, loneliness and fear - and how to ease that burden. 'What is death?' 'That's what the humans call the bridge. They fear it very much. And that is why...

Experience a heartwarming tale of self-belief in this enchanting audiobook by GRAMMY Award-winning musician Laufey. Meet Mei Mei, a little bunny with a big dream: to spread joy through her music! As her debut recital at the H’Opera House draws near, Mei Mei diligently practises playing her...

From two–time GRAMMY Award–winning musician Laufey comes a bewitching audiobook about overcoming mistakes and believing in oneself. Mei Mei is a little bunny with a big dream. She wants to make the world happy with her music! Her first recital at the H'Opera House is approaching, and she's...

Does your nine-year-old ever feel nervous about speaking up, fitting in, or trying something new? You Are 9 and Confident is a collection of 15 inspiring stories designed to turn self-doubt into self-belief. Each story follows relatable girls who face school challenges, friendship struggles, and big emotions—and discover their inner strength along the way.

In a quiet village shaped by rain, memory, and small moments of change, a young girl begins to understand what it means to be brave. As her world shifts in subtle but meaningful ways, she faces uncertainty with hesitation and hope. Through everyday experiences, she learns that courage is not always about grand actions, but about patience, kindness, and the strength to continue forward. Set in a gentle, emotionally grounded environment, this story explores themes of growth, resilience, and inner strength.

In this vividly realized city of musical instruments Drum feels like an outcast because he alone, among all his family and neighbors, can’t play a melody. He adores his violin brother, cello father, and piano mother but feels he has nothing to offer to their music. When the Saxophone brothers ask him to play, Drum discovers he can claim his own sound and confidently contributes to the songs shared by all. This story of bravery and identity, infused with Latin rhythms and joy, bursts with exuberance.

YOU'VE TRIED EVERYTHING TO MAKE BEDTIME EASIER. NOW LET THE POWER OF SOUND DO THE WORK FOR YOU. This audiobook of 12 relaxing bedtime meditation stories turns chaos into calm with soothing narration, gentle breathing, and imaginative mindfulness journeys. Each track is carefully designed to help...

Does your child ever sit by themselves—alone and seemingly friendless? In I Used to Be Shy, meet Carla, our self-appointed social committee of one, who makes everyone at summer camp feel welcome. Carla spots a shy new boy who hides from others in his cabin, closing his curtain. Carla follows...

Sometimes the quietest feelings have the loudest stories to tell. In My Whisper Wants to Shout, children are gently guided through the experience of holding in big emotions and learning how to safely express them. Through a soft, nurturing story, this ShineSmart™ Emotional Learning book helps children understand that their feelings matter—even the ones they struggle to say out loud. This story supports emotional awareness, self-expression, and inner safety, offering a calm and comforting space for children to recognize and release what’s inside.

My Shout Wants to Whisper is a gentle and empowering ShineSmart™ Emotional Learning Story that helps children understand what to do when their big feelings feel too loud. Through a relatable and heart-centered journey, young listeners are introduced to the idea that their “shout” — the part of them that feels overwhelmed, frustrated, or out of control — is not bad, but simply trying to be heard. With warmth and reassurance, this story guides children to discover their inner “whisper” — the calm, steady voice within that helps them pause, breathe, and choose a different way to respond.

Some feelings can be confusing—especially when we think we might like someone. In this gentle and heartfelt story, Jordan begins to notice new emotions and wonders what they mean.

Quand un nuage d’anxiété plane au-dessus du quotidien, les couleurs se ternissent et les cœurs se serrent. Avec tendresse et humour, cette histoire invite à regarder ce nuage autrement: en le nommant, en le partageant, en laissant la complicité percer la grisaille. Ensemble, les personnages font entrer la joie et la légèreté, rappelant que même les soucis peuvent se transformer en rires. Un récit lumineux qui met des mots simples sur les émotions et fait souffler un vent d’apaisement.

Benny never won a fight. Not in the three years he’d walked the edge of the gravel pit. Not in the winter when the ground froze hard enough to split his paws. Not in the summer when the dust clung to his fur and turned him the color of the earth itself. He lost them all. Still, every morning, he went back.

Shreya loves to paint with bright bold colors as lively and joyful as she is. Even her art teacher, Mr. Rao, thinks her work is marvelous, which makes Shreya beam. So when he asks if he can paint her during recess when the other kids are outside, it seems like another honor. But she knows...

Read by the author. From New York Times bestselling author Babs Costello, the internet’s favorite grandma, comes a book filled with the motherly wisdom we all need! Did Your Mother Ever Tell You? offers readers new insights on familiar phrases, with emotional support, encouragement, and...

In the third book in the middle grade series that Newbery Honor-winning author Rita Williams-Garcia raved is “brimming with hilarity and sisterly hijinks,” Marigold, Zinnia, and Lily Silver return to Cape Cod for a final, unforgettable summer. The Silver Sisters are heading to Pruet again to...

A celebration of hope and the promise of new babyhood by Sibert Honoree Traci N. Todd and Coretta Scott King Honoree Loveis Wise An inspirational love letter from caregiver to a child, Hello, Beautiful is an intimate and uplifting depiction of love and courage. With its warmth and promise for a...

Exploring themes of community and gratitude, Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park captures the diverse voices of a lively classroom discussion in a thought-provoking story told through linked poems: Love that Dog meets Seedfolks! The assignment: If you could give someone special in your life a...

Esta é a história de Menina, que, aos 8 anos, vivencia a morte da avó. Querendo protegê-la do sofrimento, seus pais acreditam que o melhor é poupá-la do assunto. Eles simplesmente dizem que a vovó amada descansou e foi para o céu. Mas não são capazes de apagar sua ausência. Então a garotinha precisa enfrentar sozinha a raiva e a tristeza, sem saber o que realmente aconteceu.

Naomi is a thoughtful child who begins to notice new feelings when someone special enters the room. Sometimes our hearts feel things before we understand them. Through curiosity, gentle reflection, and learning to listen to her feelings, Naomi begins to understand what it means to like someone and how emotions can help us grow.