Nature Myths

Al despertarse esta mañana, Lila se ha dado cuenta de que se le movía un diente. Preocupada ha comenzado a hacerse muchas preguntas: ¿Qué pasa si me trago el diente mientras duermo? ¿Y si se me cae en el colegio? ¿Y si lo pierdo? ¿Cómo sabe el ratoncito que se me ha caído un diente? ¿Y si se le olvida pasar?

When his brother Kartikeya challenges him to a race around the world, Ganesha knows he cannot win with speed. He may not be as fast as Kartikeya, but clever Ganesha knows that every problem has more than one solution! A celebration of the dynamic bond between siblings and a loving tribute to family, Ganesha’s Great Race is the story of their most famous contest and will delight readers with a tale of muscles, mangoes, and the meaning of the world.

Reddy Woodpecker is new to Pleasant Valley. Flying over Pleasant Valley one day, he decided to land and decided that it would be a good place for him to live. Reddy was strange to his new neighbors and some were rude and did not make him feel welcome but Reddy took it all in stride. As with all of Arthur Scott Bailey's animal stories, there are lessons to be learned about real life. For example, when Reddy met Cuffy Bear and they went hunting for grubs together, we learn about greed. Children are also introduced to new and different kinds of birds and their nesting and eating habits.

Ten-year-old Kai feels like he’s got this junior protector thing down. But when he fails to prevent his mom and sister from being kidnapped, Kai isn't sure he’s cut out for the job. Delphi is finally starting to feel at home in Pineapple Cove. But when she discovers an underwater world that just feels right, she questions where she truly belongs. Together, Kai and Delphi must face their fears, journey to an underwater world, and rescue Kai’s family, before time runs out.

The circus has arrived at last. Prince Martin and his cousin, Princess Margaret, have a glorious time - until they see a scary Northman selling a blind bear cub into captivity. When the kids intervene, the Northman’s cryptic threat chills their blood.... But with the help of old friends, they hatch a plan to rescue the cub - and take him home to Northland, where the colossal creatures are bad...and the Northmen are worse.

Billy Goats Gruff: Rough Stuff is a really fun, engaging expansion on the original story - now you have eight characters instead of only four, with great new 'back stories' on all the original creatures that make them all come to life in your imagination. What is the Troll really like? Why is Big Billy goat afraid to cross? How does the littlest goat get up the courage to go across first? Why do they REALLY want to cross the bridge? (hint: It's for the 'rough stuff'!)

Cuando el joven Rey Buby pierde su primer diente, el ratón de los dientes viene a visitarlo.

El conejito Fufu siempre se esta metiendo en problemas. Cuando pierde su temperamiento y le pega a un ratoncito en la cabeza, su abuela se disfraza como un hada para darle una lección. Este cuento es basado en la canción de niños del mismo nombre.

En esta fábula de Esopo, dos ratoncitos con vidas muy diferentes enseñan el valor de la humildad.

En este cuento clásico, un patito es rechazado porque es diferente. Se embarca en un viaje para descubrir su verdadera belleza.

Érase una vez un bosque, una casa, tres osos y una niñita muy curiosa llamada Ricitos de Oro.

En esta clásica fábula para niños, tres cerditos se independizan y cada uno construye una casa para mantenerse seguro. Cuando llegue el Gran Lobo Feroz, ¿qué casa de cerdito será la más segura?

In this traditional Afghan folk tale, all the animals wait in line to buy delicious honey from the bees. Everything is harmonious until a bullying bear begins to cut in line and take honey without paying.

Ruth Mary the tooth fairy is used to collecting teeth from under the pillows of sleeping children, not animals. But when the Fairy Queen sends her off to the jungle, Ruth Mary doesn't mind. Everything goes well until she collects the tooth of a crocodile, who wakes up and decides that Ruth Mary looks like a tasty snack...and with her wings not working, how will the tooth fairy escape?

At first, Cate is frightened by the bumblebee's size and unfamiliar appearance. But soon, she discovers that this mysterious creature is on a mission to protect his family. This enchanting tale will capture the imaginations of listeners young and old. Don't miss out on the adventure of a lifetime with Cate and her new friend! Cate and the Garden Bandits highlights the importance of interdependence and inclusion. In our ever-growing global world, these are becoming more and more important themes, where every individual counts and is equal in value.

When Ameerah Monkey wants to cross the river, she hatches a plot to trick crocodile into helping her. But how will she escape being his next meal? And will Crocodile ever get his pot of Monkey Tail Soup?

Little Bear's Journey to Understanding follows the journey of a young bear cub named Little Bear as he embarks on a quest to discover his heritage and understand the wonders of the natural world. Guided by Wise Old Owl, Little Bear explores the secrets of the forest, encounters the guardian spirit of nature, embarks on a great river journey, and seeks wisdom from the revered elders of a Native American village.

Once upon a time, there was a kitty named Pete who came upon a house in the forest. He goes in, eats pizza, plays guitar, and falls asleep. But what happens when three bears come home? Beginner book explorers will love this new Pete-tastic spin on the beloved fairy tale Goldilocks and the Three Bears!

Once, there was a girl named Kiki, who found a fish on the asphalt. The fish was very hot and very dry. But when Kiki put it in the bathtub, it started swimming, and growing, and . . . speaking? "I want to grant you a wish for saving me," it said. A wish-granting fish! Alas, this fish was only a fish of small wishes, and Kiki’s wish was too big. Unless . . . there was a way for both their dreams to come true.

This is an audio narration/rendition of one of Aesop’s fables, entitled "The Lion and the Mouse". There are also Eastern variants of the story, all of which demonstrate mutual dependence regardless of size or status.