Kids Reader

In this elegant dual narrative, Essie is a 13-year-old girl feeling glum about starting a new school after her professor dad takes a temporary teaching position in a different town. She has 110 days here and can't wait for them to end. Then she meets Ollie: delicate, blue eyes, short hair, easy smile. At first, Essie thinks she has a typical crush on a beautiful boy. But as her crush blossoms, she soon realizes that Ollie is not a boy or a girl, but gender nonbinary.

It's no secret that children tend to have a special bond with their grandfathers. With fun verses, this book celebrates that relationship and recognizes the many ways that grandfathers support, love, and empower their grandchildren.

There are only three things that matter to Noelle Lee: her family, school, and the cello. She doesn't care if people see her as selfish or mean because she knows she has her priorities in order. That's why when her dad loses his job, Noelle doesn't hesitate to work more hours at her grandparents' restaurant. Seeing her girls and dealing with her ex-boyfriend have to take a backseat so she can help her family and prepare for her school's fall showcase. But things get more complicated when Noelle realizes she can't stop thinking about Tobyn, one of the other Flyy Girls.

This special edition audio set of Found and Loved - from Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago, the team behind the beloved and best-selling The Jesus Storybook Bible - overflows with love, comfort, and hope, and is sure to bring joy to listeners young and old. Inspired by Psalm 23 and the Lord’s Prayer, Sally Lloyd-Jones’ engaging text brings God’s Word to life like never before. Cuddle up with your little one as you both discover “God’s Neverstopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love.”

This Easter collection is perfect for the littlest listeners and includes: First Easter by Jesslyn DeBoer: Toddlers and preschoolers will delight in the biblical story of Easter, told in engaging and age-appropriate language; Jesus Is Coming! by Jesslyn DeBoer: Delight little ones with this story of King Jesus riding into Jerusalem on a donkey.; My Day with Jesus by Alice Joyce Davidson: An adorable story of Palm Sunday told from the donkey’s point of view.

When Pinkalicious and Peter play treasure hunters on the family hike, what they find is even better than what they expected - it’s treasuretastic!

Chamelia is a chameleon who loves to stand out in a crowd. She's always the star of the show, especially at school. But when a new kid in class becomes the center of attention, Chamelia feels left out. Can she figure out how to beat her competition? Or will she learn to share the spotlight and make a new best friend?

This plain-English version of King Lear clocks in at just under 20 minutes, ensuring the subject matter is appropriate for a younger audience. King Lear is one of Shakespeare's best-known tragedies from the 1600s and tells the story of a king's relationships with his three daughters. It is widely regarded as one of Shakespeare's most accomplished plays.

When Lulu’s family tells her that she doesn’t belong, she thinks she’s all alone. Until the kiwi in black jumps out from the night bringing with her wisdom, wonder, and surprise! This is a classic, empowering book that every child, teenager, and adult should have the joy of listening to. With a unique combination of beautifully simple stories, comforting words, and powerful uplifting messages, Cassandra has been delighting young children, teenagers and adults for over 50 years.

Are you afraid of sharks? Do sharks make your skin crawl? Most people are scared of sharks because they don't understand this animal. Sharks are very interesting animals and have a bad reputation outside of water. There are so many different types of sharks.

A smile can make you feel good, but laughter takes that feeling deep down inside impacting both your emotional and physical health. Kids can benefit from a boost of laughter too. Funny kids (and adults) love funny jokes, and this collection of funny knock-knock jokes promises fun and a lot of giggles and laughter for the whole family.

Makes a wonderful kids stocking stuffer or holiday gift for kids! Merry Christmas! You and your child will enjoy this cute Christmas audiobook full of five fun stories and funny Christmas jokes for kids. This is an excellent listen for beginning listeners and younger children. Perfect for listening aloud during the holidays!

Randy was a poor young boy. Everything he had was old. His rich neighbor Mike had a new bike and new toys, and he constantly teased Randy. Randy wished he was rich so he could buy everything new. He was warned by those around him that riches alone don't bring happiness, but Randy never listened. To Randy's great delight, his wish came true! Everything he touched turned into gold - even his beloved dog. As he held his lifeless gold dog, he realized he was now the most miserable kid in the whole world. Remembering he had one more wish, he used it to have things return as before.

Do you like to read poems? Would you like to read some lovely poems to your kids? Do you enjoy laughing? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this You Are Loved poem book is for you. From the author of the Charlie the Cavalier children's book series comes another sweet collection of poems that are perfect for fun and enjoyable moments of listening with children.

Mitchell really doesn't want to go camping with the other kids at the Zigzag Afternoon Center. Sleeping in the woods with creepy crawly things, coyotes, and bears? Yikes! But his best friend Habib is going, and it's Mitchell's birthday that weekend. He's just got to find a way to be brave, and scare the bears away! Bears Beware continues to delight readers with award-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff's quirky, lovable group of kids, capturing all the excitement and surprises of new friends and after-school fun.

When Charlie hears that special buzz in his head, he knows it means one thing: An idea for a new invention. But Charlie's ideas tend to backfire - such as the flying feet that don't really fly. If only Charlie could make his inventions work, people might think he's as special as his older brother, Larry. Then the Zigzag afternoon center organizes a Come as a Character Day, and Charlie gets his chance to shine.

This week the kids at the Zizag Afternoon Center are being creative, and trying new things. But that's not so easy for Destiny. All of her ideas turn into disasters - until she finds out what a good poet she is. The sixth book in award-winning author Patricia Reilly Giff's Zigzag Kids series captures all the excitement of new friends and after-school fun.

I'm sorry, sweetie," said Mrs. Rankin, "But you can't go." Natalie's face froze as she digested the words. I can't go? "Wh - why not?" But she had a feeling she already knew the answer. Mrs. Rankin swallowed, clearly uncomfortable, but in that moment, Natalie didn't care. Her stomach was filled with dread. "Our school buses don't have ramps, so there'd be no way for you to get on and off, or bring your chair with you."

Listen to these spooky Halloween stories from best-selling author Arnie Lightning. These short stories are quick and easy listens for you and your children's enjoyment!

In the fourth book in the Zigzag Kids series, it's showtime at the Zelda A. Zigzag Afternoon Center. Gina loves to sing and she's determined to be the star of the play. She's already told everybody she knows to come see her. But her friend Destiny wants to be the star, too!