Health & Family Audiobooks

The Whispers

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Whispers by Greg Howard, read by Joe Jameson. Before she disappeared, Riley's mama used to tell him stories about the Whispers, mysterious creatures with the power to grant wishes. Riley wishes for lots of things. He wishes his secret crush Dylan liked him back. He wishes the bumbling detective would stop asking awkward questions. But most of all he wishes his mother would come home . . . Four months later, the police are no closer to finding out the truth - and Riley decides to take matters into his own hands. But do the Whispers really exist? And what is Riley willing to do to find out?

Greg Howard (Author), Joe Jameson (Narrator)

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The Skylarks' War

Winner of the Costa Children's Book Award 2018. The Skylarks' War is a beautiful story following the loves and losses of a family growing up against the harsh backdrop of World War One, from the award-winning Hilary McKay. Clarry and her older brother Peter live for their summers in Cornwall, staying with their grandparents and running free with their charismatic cousin, Rupert. But normal life resumes each September - boarding school for Peter and Rupert, and a boring life for Clarry at home with her absent father, as the shadow of a terrible war looms ever closer. When Rupert goes off to fight at the front, Clarry feels their skylark summers are finally slipping away from them. Can their family survive this fearful war?

Hilary McKay, Hilary Mckay (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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Flight of the Bluebird

After returning to their home in Dullsville and finding it in absolute shambles, Jaundice and Kale Bland are rescued by high-flying aviatrix Beatrix Airdale. This time, they’re jetting off (literally) to Egypt to uncover the mysteries of a magical scarab. By way of Casablanca, and after foiling multiple attacks along the way (thanks to Jaundice’s nautical knot-tying skills and Kale’s super-sleuth powers of observation), the Bland Sisters are reunited with their parents. But it turns out that Mom and Dad aren’t as bland—or as Bland—as Jaundice and Kale remember. Thanks to their mother’s old archaeology notebook, the Bland Sisters uncover their parents’ real identities and help them achieve victory in one final family-filled adventure.

Kara Lareau (Author), Rosalyn Landor (Narrator)

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Rescue Chronicles: Luc 'Sully' Sullivan and the Magic Amulet

How does it feel to be a hero at age 13, but not a hero in your own time? Imagine blasting back in time to save lives - or try to - in the great fires of history...making life or death decisions in the literal heat of the fire. In Rescue Chronicles, Luc Sullivan discovers the incredible power of his choices. Thirteen-year-old Luc's carefree existence is rocked by a fantastical turn of events when a family secret revealed sends him on a series of exciting rescue adventures. Rescue Chronicles, a series of middle school fiction books about firefighters, brings together the everyday life and playfulness of a teenage boy, historic events, and fire-rescue time travel as our young hero embarks on a series of amazing journeys. These time travel books for kids show how Luc time travels to events like the San Francisco earthquake of 1906 and the great Chicago fire. He comes from a long line of proud San Francisco firefighters and is already obsessed with the fire service, and dreams about being a hero like his father and grandfather and the generations that came before him. This audio book set in San Francisco about firefighters, Luc's story imparts the values of the fire department and illustrates that character and integrity are essential parts of any hero's journey. Now Luc will be called to duty and have to make life-and-death decisions - guided by his grandfather and a strange kinship with an ancient, historic hero, St. Florian. Lieutenant Dennis W. Sullivan is a third-generation, 24-year veteran of the San Francisco Fire Department. He has been named Firefighter of the Year, earned medals for meritorious service, and shown valor during rescues. These are wonderful children's books about firefighters, as well as imaginative time travel books for kids. If you're looking for 4th grade books, 5th grade books, 6th grade books, time travel books for kids, or audiobooks for kids,buy your copy now and travel through time with Luc in Rescue Chronicles!

Lt. Dennis W Sullivan (Author), Nick Messina (Narrator)

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Puppy Pickup Day

Is your child struggling with insecurity or anxiety?Kids will identify with the smallest labradoodle pup as he worries about fitting in, keeping up and whether his new family will love him in spite of his size and limitations. Will the littlest pup overcomes getting LOST on pickup day?  Expressive images created by former Disney Illustrator, Len Smith, will delight as this sweet story unfolds. Easy rhyming for early readers and bright beautiful illustrations that toddlers and preschools love!Grab PUPPY PICKUP DAY in paperback or hardcover now and get a digital copy of the ebook and companion coloring book FREE with your purchase!For Ages: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9. Grade: Preschool, Kindergarten, 1, 2 and 3.

April M. Cox (Author), Katie Janner (Narrator)

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Toenail Soup

Joey Martin is a typical second grader, except for one thing. He loves toenail soup. He loves that it smells like feet. Just a whiff of the soup would turn everyone around Joey off. No one would taste it. After his best friends tell the other kids at school how weird Joey is because he likes toenail soup, he is teased by the children every day. Joey knows he has to get them to try the soup, somehow, some way. He has to show them the soup is delicious, and he isn't really that weird, but how?

C. M. Walsh (Author), Logan Russell (Narrator)

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Momma Loves Me

It is a beautiful story about a little girl named Pattie and she expresses how much her mother loves her. She tells the story in many ways in which her mother expresses her love toward her.

Cathy Prather Russell (Author), Sarah Gise (Narrator)

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Harry's Hiccups

Harry tries and tries to get rid of his hiccups. He tries drinking a glass of water upside down, he tries putting an ice-cold key down his back, he gleefully tries eating a spoonful of sugar. But nothing works! In this charming picture book, written by children's literature legend Jean Little and illustrated by award-winning illustrator Joe Weissmann, Harry is afflicted with a case of the hopeless hiccups. It's not until Harry has a surprise encounter with a different sort of neighbor that it seems like Harry might finally get some relief...hiccup, hiccup...

Jean Little (Author), Christian Down (Narrator)

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On Our Street

The World Around Us series introduces children to complex cultural, social and environmental issues in a straightforward and accessible way. These illustrated nonfiction picture books tackle global concerns and initiate conversations about subjects that are difficult, sad or overwhelming with school-aged children who are just beginning to observe the world outside their homes. A gentle introduction to the issue of poverty, On Our Street explores the realities of people living with inadequate resources. Using age-appropriate language, this book addresses mental illness, homelessness and refugee status as they are connected to this issue. Insightful quotes from individuals and organizations such as UNICEF are included throughout to add further perspective on the issue. An invaluable section on how kids can help empowers readers to take what they have learned and use it to make a difference. Child psychologist Dr. Jillian Roberts created this series to guide parents/caregivers through conversations about difficult issues in a reassuring and hopeful manner and help children understand their expanding awareness of the world around them.

Dr. Jillian Roberts, Jaime Casap, Jillian Roberts (Author), Dr. Jillian Roberts, Jillian Roberts (Narrator)

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Surfer Dog

What is the true meaning of friendship? Follow along as a boy meets up with his friend-a dog who faithfully waits for him every day so they can ride out to the beach together to surf. The boy doesn't own the dog and he doesn't know who does, but their daily routine has created a special bond. Award-winning author Eric Walters navigates the waters of a unique friendship alongside the vibrant illustrations of Eugenie Fernandes, who brings the bumpy roads, rugged beach paths and rolling waves of the tropics to life. Sometimes the most poignant relationships in a child's life are the ones between friends.

Eric Walters (Author), Christian Down (Narrator)

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The Secret of Dreamland :A Fantasy Adventure for Young Readers

When Melody Mason gets trapped in a video game, she thinks Dreamland is a dream come true. Melody soon discovers that living in the game means she might never see her family again. With the help of Twyla, the heroine of Dreamland, and her little brother Andrew, can Melody defeat the sleep spell and find her way home?A fantasy LitRPG adventure book for young readers

Foxglove Lee (Author), Madeleine Mayfair (Narrator)

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Toots and Poots in a World Full of Snoots

This children's book may instigate farts, flatulence, and lots of laughter too. And it's the perfect audiobook to grab the attention of reluctant readers. Listen on to find out more about a boy named 'Toots,' his adventures into the gas-tly arts, and the lessons he learned 'in the end'! Your kids will love this kids' fart book - and they might learn something too! And it might even encourage reluctant readers to join in and listen as well! Toots and Poots in a World Full of Snoots: The Amazing True Story of One Boy's Gas-tly Abilities is the story of a kindergarten-aged boy, Timothy Oscar O'Toole, AKA Toots, who has a talent for farting - a skill he obviously loves to share with all his friends. This fart story will have kids rolling on the floor with laughter. Who knew farts, poots, tooting, flatulence, and farting could be so much fun!

Susan G. Charles (Author), Ian King (Narrator)

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