Winter For Children

It might seem lonely at the top of the world, but the North Pole is teeming with life! Polar bears, walruses, and arctic seals make their home on sea ice that can be nine feet thick while the Inuit and other indigenous peoples continue their traditions and means for survival in this harsh climate.

When Dempsey squirrel reveals that some of his winter food is missing from his storage spaces, the other residents of Winters Park become suspicious. His suggestion that the status of their food be checked, as well, sets off accusations regarding his motives. Is he trying to find where they’ve hidden their food? Or does he plan to steal some later? They think whatever his motives are, they can’t be good! So getting his community to cooperate is a hard sell for Dempsey. They fail to understand they may be facing a common threat.

Two gentle Manatees must swim up a Florida river to escape the chill of winter. Along the way, Little Calf dives deep and gets caught in a clump of large seaweed. Can his mother save him? Find out as this exciting story unfolds! Reviewed by the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy, Manatee Winter is a fun and informative story. Appropriate for ages: 3-9.

A story of a young bird learning to survive the winter with friends he didn't know he had with lots of drama, lessons about family, and the importance of telling the truth. It's also about facing fears, befriending those not like ourselves. It is a pause resister taking you along the journey of Chris and his new friends as they learn who they are along the way.

Bailey is a growing service puppy who spends his life learning new things, visiting exciting places, and meeting different people! At the beginning of his first fall season, Bailey’s Daddy decides to take him to a big forest filled with red, orange, and yellow leaves.

Die kleine Hexe Zuckerguss hat es sich gemütlich eingerichtet in ihrer Höhle zwölf Stufen unter einer Wurzel am Waldrand - da kann der Schnee draußen meterhoch liegen! Noch gemütlicher wäre es allerdings, wenn nicht immerzu ihre wilde Schwester Pumpernickel hereingeschneit käme, die nebenan wohnt und nur Unsinn im Kopf hat. Wo Pumpernickel auftaucht, kommt es zu Katastrophen, und wehe, wenn Zuckerguss dann nicht schnell genug der rettende Zauberspruch einfällt! Doch nicht alles lässt sich hexen. Wie finden die Schwestern zur Höhle zurück, wenn diese vom Schnee verweht ist?

Life, love, and addiction grip a young couple in a small town.

Fall is here and Beaver Bev must prepare for winter.

This social story is not just about Joey's apprehensions but also about finding solutions. Yet, with the loving support of his family, Joey learns to find joy, compromise, and the true essence of the holidays. Discover how, with understanding and love, even the most challenging times can become a 'really super fun time'!

Filibert Bakes a Pie is a delightful story about the young dragon, Filibert, who needs to learn the value of patience and planning and doing things right. Filibert is pig-headed and always in too much of a hurry, but with the help of Mother Dragon and The Troubling Wind (his conscience), he learns a hard lesson!

Percy’s friend, the hedgehog, has always longed to fly, but without wings, it’s an impossible dream. But then, one day, a stranger arrives in the park, needing his help. Will the hedgehog’s wish come true at last?

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.

Christmas means a lot to Henry, especially when it's a Cracking Christmas!

This is the story of what happens when the Snow Queen starts playing nasty tricks, but is foiled by the headmistress of Fairyland School.

Die alte Frau Angelo hat Sorgen. Sie verkauft zwar das beste Eis der Stadt, aber jetzt ist Winter und die Leute trinken höchstens einen Espresso bei ihr. Wenn überhaupt. Denn seitdem gegenüber der Eisdiele eine Baustelle knattert, kommen nicht einmal mehr die Espressotrinker. Frau Angelo verkündet, dass sie die Eisdiele für immer schließen muss. Zum Glück gibt es die Zwillinge Pit und Anna Metternich, die den Laden unbedingt retten wollen. Dabei spielen Foxtrott und Äpfel eine nicht unbedeutende Rolle, genau wie eine Arztpraxis für Hals, Nasen und Ohren, ein Sonnenstudio und - Vanilleeis.

"There is a disease that can twist men’s hearts and make them mad, and the name of that disease is jealousy." So begins this engaging retelling of one of William Shakespeare’s last plays - a fascinating and unique combination of intensity and whimsy. When King Leontes unfairly accuses his wife of infidelity, he sets off a terrible chain of events. But this is not one of Shakespeare’s tragedies. It’s a romance, and one with a healthy dose of fancy and surprise.

Did you know that ski slopestyle athletes fly off jumps to do incredible tricks in midair? They can grab their skis and spin around two times before landing smoothly on the snow. Some skiers also glide down rails before jumping off and racing to the next jump. They soar as high as they can to wow fans and judges. Enter the Extreme Winter Sports Zone to learn about the history, gear, moves, competitions, and top athletes connected to ski slopestyle. Are you into sports? Then get in the zone!

Introduce your child to Old Testament stories through this audiobook, where each story is performed by a full cast of voice actors and narrated by Ian Cullen. This audio adventure uses sound effects and straightforward performances to bring Bible stories like Noah's Ark, David and Goliath, and Jonah and the Whale to life.

Dive deep into the adventures of Wally the Walrus as he takes his next voyage...to Wales! Wally ends up getting lost in a cold, wintry Wales with no hope of finding his way home. Luckily for him, he comes across a friendly seagull called Steffan who helps to lead him to safety. All is not quite what it seems as Wally ends up helping Steffan and his friends to face the wrath of Eron the eagle. Will Wally ever make it out of Wales to find his true home?

Was tun, wenn Weihnachten auszufallen droht? Können Mädchen Ritter sein? Und wer will mit einem Eisbär befreundet sein? Abenteuerlust, Entdeckergeist und Neugier bringen so manche Probleme mit sich, nicht nur für Menschen. Auch Katzen, sprechende Hunde und kleine Drachen stehen vor großen Problemen. Diese und weitere Figuren können Kinder in der Spenden-Anthologie zugunsten der Opfer der Hochwasserkatastrophe 2021 entdecken. Wir schenken euch ein Lächeln am Morgen, ein Staunen gegen Mittag, ein Kichern am Abend und zauberhafte Träume für die Nacht.