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In this story based on the author's childhood, a young Black boy confronts his first experience of overt racism. In recounting the events to his grandfather, the young narrator asks: “How can she hate me when she doesn’t know me?” Grandpa offers wisdom and encouragement to the child, reminding him that another person’s hate does not change the fact that he is loved and that he matters. Tyler Merritt presents a message of love and acceptance that will resonate with young listeners and offer a starting point for conversations about racial equality between parent and child.

Dinella Dolittle, genannt Diddy, ist zwar vermutlich eine Nachfahrin des berühmten Doktor Dolittle. Aber die Sprache der Tiere beherrscht sie deshalb noch lange nicht. Bis plötzlich ein Eichhörnchen vor ihrem Fenster sitzt und ihr mit Pfote, Nase, Ohren und Schwanz allerhand Zeichen gibt. Da merkt Diddy, dass sie sehr wohl versteht, was das kleine Tier sagen will. Schon bald nimmt Eichhörnchen Paulchen sie mit zur wundersamen Villa Fauna, wo Diddys Onkel December Dolittle abgeschieden lebt und Tiere aller Art behandelt.

Lotus Bloom just wants to express herself—with her violin, her retro style, and her peaceful vibe, not to mention her fabulous hair. Lotus is taking her talent to the seventh grade at a new school of the arts. The one where she just might get to play under a famous maestro. But Lotus's best friend thinks she should stay at their school. Rebel wants Lotus to help her protest, but Lotus isn't sure. If she's going to be in the spotlight, she'd rather it be for her music. When boys throw paper wads and airplanes into Lotus's afro, she finds herself in trouble for a dress code violation.

Join children from Haiti, India, Korea, Rwanda, Spain, New Zealand, and many more countries as they each declare God's truth about their identities. Each moment is a joyful exploration of how God has uniquely made every child to reveal His glory, but also serves as a beautiful reminder for kids about who they are—and, most important, whom they belong to.

Agnes has been encouraged not to question authority by her mom—but that’s especially hard in religion class, where it bugs her that so much gets blamed on Eve and that God’s always pictured one way. Fortunately, Agnes’ anthropologist neighbor, Gracy, gets Agnes thinking after they rescue an opossum together. Playing dead didn’t serve the opossum well, so maybe it’s time for Agnes to start thinking for herself. And when Agnes learns that some cultures picture God as a female, she feels freed to think—and write—about things from new perspectives.

The Young Boy Named David series is designed to help young people deal with difficult situations that are hard to talk about and adults reconnect to their disconnected childhoods, helping heal broken pasts. This is the narration of all 21 books in the series, from start to finish.

Winter is a hard time to get motivated to get out of bed, even for those in the deep trench. Dina learns the best days can come from pushing yourself a little.

Die Bilderbuch-Bestseller vom Erfolgsduo Rachel Bright und Jim Field als Hörbuch! Immer wird die kleine Maus übersehen. Das reicht jetzt! Vom Löwen will sie nun das Brüllen lernen, um sich bemerkbar zu machen. Dann hat das Ganze ein Ende, oder? Und Kimi Koala? Der ist König Bewegungslos: Noch nie hat er sich von seinem geliebten Eukalyptusbaum heruntergetraut. Doch dann muss er plötzlich mal etwas Neues wagen... Zwei Geschichten, die zeigen, dass auch in kleinsten Wesen das Herz eines mutigen Löwen schlummern kann und dass Veränderung uns zu neuen Ufern führt.

Two choices, two storylines—one surprise ending! Will Sarah be brave enough to ask out her crush or will she lose her nerve? Both stories play out in this funny and heartfelt seventh book in the New York Times bestselling Emmie & Friends series.

Marion a très hâte de commencer cette nouvelle session de cours de natation. Elle est loin de s’imaginer que certains de ses compagnons se moqueront de son joli bedon rond. Forte et fière, épaulée par sa famille et ses amis, elle brillera du tremplin le plus haut et transmettra de belles valeurs aux autres futurs champions nageurs.

Catherine feels trapped. Her father is determined to marry her off to a rich man—any rich man, no matter how awful. But by wit, trickery, and luck, Catherine manages to send several would-be husbands packing. Then a shaggy-bearded suitor from the north comes to call—by far the oldest, ugliest, most revolting suitor of them all. Unfortunately, he is also the richest.

Seventh grader Holling Hoodhood isn't happy. He is sure his new teacher, Mrs. Baker, hates his guts. Throughout the school year, Holling strives to get a handle on the Shakespeare plays Mrs. Baker assigns him to read on his own time, and to figure out the enigmatic Mrs. Baker. At home, Holling's domineering father is obsessed with his business image and disregards his family.

Einander helfen, zusammenhalten und auf die Gefühle anderer Rücksicht nehmen – wie das geht, können schon die Kleinsten mit diesem Hörbuch lernen. Achim Bröger erzählt in seinen alltagsnahen und ebenso lustigen wie spannenden Geschichten, wie wichtig es ist, sich gegenseitig zu helfen. Egal, ob es darum geht, einen neuen Nachbarn willkommen zu heißen, einen verlorenen Geldschein zurückzubringen oder jemand neues in die Freundesgruppe aufzunehmen: Schon scheinbar kleine Gesten können viel bewirken.

Allein in den Keller gehen, einen großen Hund streicheln, woanders übernachten als zu Hause – solche Herausforderungen können Kindern ganz schön Angst machen! Mit sechs spannenden Geschichten hilft Jugendliteraturpreisträger Achim Bröger Hörern ab dem Kindergartenalter, Stück für Stück Selbstsicherheit zu entwickeln. Und bald wird klar: auch die Kleinen können mutig sein! Dieses Buch hilft Kindern auf altersgerechte Weise, ihre eigenen Fähigkeiten zu entdecken und sich selbst mehr zuzutrauen.

Shannon Carter never considered herself much of a theater person. Not like her two BFFs, Elise, an actress, and Fatima, a techie. Shannon’s always been content to stay backstage, helping wherever she can. But when the director of the summer musical hears Shannon singing, he encourages her to step out of the wings and into the spotlight. At first, Shannon is hesitant. She needs routine. But when she braves the audition, she discovers that center stage is the one place where she doesn’t feel anxious. She lands a lead role, and everyone in her life is ecstatic . . . except Elise.

Lil' Jordan's 9 Holes of Fear is a fun, fictional tale of a courageous kid who, with the support of his father, conquers his fears by challenging a golf course filled with monsters. This story is an exciting and unpredictable adventure that also shares a lesson in the principles of sportsmanship. Lil' Jordan's potential, preparation, and perseverance help him face the nine-hole test.

Nkechi‘s wish to be an ant was granted by the wind of wishes, but not without a prize to be paid. The story teaches the child about hard work and responsibility. It also takes us through the world of ants and how they build their colony. This is from the collection series, Grandma Wura‘s Story Hut.

Young listeners will adore these two inspirational children's stories that are accompanied by original music. The History of Christmas: In this charming metaphor about the discovery of self-worth and the following of one's destiny, a grandfather tells the story of Jesus' birth and how he found his star. The Smallest Mouse in Town convinces himself that he is a giant, and in the end, he proves that the most important thing is to be who you are no matter what. After all, liking yourself is one of life's most important lessons.

Now Spanish listeners can enjoy the bestselling story of The Little Engine That Could in this bilingual edition of the classic. With the complete story in both English and Spanish, this bilingual edition of the well-loved picture book, adapted for audio, is sure to become a favorite with Spanish-speaking children and children who are just learning Spanish.

Cuando Lulú empieza cuarto básico, se imagina que en el colegio hará lo de siempre: compartir con sus amigas, estudiar y hacer tareas, pero cuando la profesora anuncia que les tocará por primera vez escoger la directiva a través de votación, ella se llena de ansiedad. ¿Será que puede llegar a ser la presidenta de su clase? ¿Cómo será competir por ser la mejor? ¿Qué puede hacer para ignorar las burlas y ataques de sus compañeros? ¿Podrá resistirse a la idea de hacer trampa? ¿De comprar votos? O incluso ¿de arruinar con cahuines la carrera de sus rivales?