Non-Fiction Audiobooks

Your Legacy: A Bold Reclaiming of Our Enslaved History

Your story begins in Africa. Your African ancestors defied the odds and survived 400 years of slavery in America and passed down an extraordinary legacy to you. Beginning in Africa before 1619, Your Legacy presents an unprecedentedly accessible, empowering, and proud introduction to African American history for children. While your ancestors' freedom was taken from them, their spirit was not; this book celebrates their accomplishments, acknowledges their sacrifices, and defines how they are remembered-and how their stories should be taught.

Schele Williams (Author), Schele Williams (Narrator)

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Your Future: Open Wide!: Ask Arizona

Famous athletes tell about mistakes they made when they were growing up and the lesson they learned from it. Maya Moore Natalie Coughlin Kevin Durant Lauren Cheney Jeremy Campbell

Lissa Rovetch (Author), Highlights For Children (Narrator)

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Your Baby is a Genius: Words your baby should know: Pictures from A to Z

Education Revamped authors understand the science behind teaching children to read. In an effort to enhance literacy all over the world we have created a company of educators that focus on building parent and teacher knowledge of effective strategies that are proven to build the foundational skills needed for continued academic growth and success in early literacy. Picture books build language and literacy simultaneously. Get your baby ready to read by exposing them to common things. Our A to Z book teaches alphabet and reading at the same time. This book is a part of the Your Baby is a Genius! Words your baby should know series.

Adrienne Turner (Author), Adrienne Turner (Narrator)

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You're So Punny!

What did the strawberry say to the banana? You've got a-peel! This laugh-out-loud book is full of pun-derful jokes to keep kids giggling as they read! Readers will even learn fun facts, hilarious history, and get a chance to write their own jokes.

Sequoia Kids Media (Author), Pamela Gregory (Narrator)

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You Got This!: Unleash Your Awesomeness, Find Your Path, and Change Your World

Everyone is talking about the entrepreneur, animator, eco-designer, and girls' rights activist Maya Penn. Her TEDWomen Talk has been viewed over 1,200,000 million times (and is one of the top 15 TEDWomen Talks of all time). Now this amazing teenager has written an inspirational handbook for teens and young adults to help them discover their passions and maximize their full potential for a creative, successful life.Maya Penn is a remarkable teen entrepreneur who has given three TED Talks, created her own eco-friendly fashion line, developed animated films, and appeared on The View with Whoopi Goldberg. She has even been name-checked by bestselling authors Gabrielle Bernstein, Steve Harvey, and Eve Ensler. All while still in middle school! Although Maya is extraordinary in many ways, and her success is a testament to her own creativity, passion, and fearlessness-these are traits that can be cultivated in all of us. In You Got This! Maya shares her incredible journey to becoming an artist, designer, philanthropist, and business owner. She provides a creative blueprint for teens and young adults, along with the tools she used to build an authentic, exciting, and connected life, and offers creative prompts for cultivating success. So let your creativity and passion flow freely and watch as your world transforms-it all starts with you!

Maya S. Penn (Author), Maya S. Penn (Narrator)

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You Can't Say That!: Writers for Young People Talk about Censorship, Free Expression, and the Storie

What happens when freedom of expression comes under threat? In frank and wide-ranging interviews, historian and critic Leonard S. Marcus probes the experience of thirteen leading authors of books for young people. A powerful photo essay on transgender teens is called anti-religious and anti-family. A meticulously researched primer on sex education stirs up accusations of pornography and child abuse. Picture books about two mommies (or two penguin daddies) set off a hue and cry. Two hugely popular children’s series run afoul of would-be censors, one for its scatological humor, the other because it’s deemed too scary. Kids’ books that touch on race, sex, LGBTQ matters, the occult, “coarse language,” and more have found themselves under the scrutiny of those who challenge First Amendment rights. Tune in as thirteen top children’s and young adult authors speak out about what it’s like to have your work banned or challenged in America today. Prompted by Leonard S. Marcus’s insightful questions, they discuss why their books have faced censorship—both blatant and “soft”—how the challenges have or haven’t affected their writing, and why some people feel they have the right to deny access to books. In addition, Leonard S. Marcus puts First Amendment challenges in a historical context and takes a promising look at the vibrant support network that has risen up to protect and defend young people’s rights. Authors interviewed include: Matt de la Peña Robie H. Harris Susan Kuklin David Levithan Meg Medina Lesléa Newman Katherine Patterson Dav Pilkey Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell Sonya Sones R. L. Stine Angie Thomas.

Leonard S. Marcus (editor) (Author), Arthur Morey, Janet Metzger, Roxanne Hernandez, Susan Dalian, Thom Rivera, Tom Parks (Narrator)

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You Can Do It: How to Find Your Voice and Make a Difference

Never underestimate your actions – even the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. That’s the power of kindness. From Marcus Rashford MBE and Carl Anka, the bestselling authors of You Are a Champion, comes the eagerly-awaited inspiring and positive follow-up, You Can Do It: How to Find Your Voice and Make a Difference. Marcus uses the power of his voice to shine a light on the injustices that he cares passionately about, and now he wants to help YOU find the power in yours! From surrounding yourself with the right team, to showing kindness to those around you, to celebrating and championing difference, You Can Do It shows you that your voice really does matter and that you can do anything you put your mind to. You don't have to be an International footballer to make a difference – even the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. Packed with more inspiring stories from Marcus's own life, brilliant advice, and top-tips from social justice educator Shannon Weber, this book will show you how to use your voice and make a difference in this world. Shows kids how to: - Be kind to yourself – you can't change the world unless you look after yourself first! - Be kind to other people - That there’s no such thing as normal – and it’s GOOD to be different - Celebrate and champion difference - Use your voice to make a change - Bounce back - Appreciate the squad - Always be a team player Praise for the number one bestselling You Are a Champion, from parents on social media: 'Perfect way to get your kids reading - get them a book by their hero!' 'Both lads smashing through Marcus Rashford’s new book for kids. What a great role model for the next generation coming through.' 'What a brilliant, inspiring book that couldn’t have come at a better time! You’re a legend & a fantastic role model.'

Marcus Rashford (Author), Kenton Thomas (Narrator)

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You Can Be ABCs

Based on the empowering and beloved viral video rap by six-year-old Sam White and his dad, Bobby, as seen on The Ellen Show and more, comes a book about the many careers kids can aspire to, from A to Z! You can be an A--an architect, a B--a biochemist, a C--a computer software developer, and so much more! It's all about doing what you love and putting your heart into everything that you do. In this alphabet book of careers, the options run from A to Z! And six-year-old social media sensation Sam White and his dad, Bobby, want every kid out there to know that they can reach for the stars and make their dreams come true, whatever they want to become. Just don't be a Z--a zombie, and let the world pass you by. With dynamic and joyful art by Robert Paul Jr. accompanying Sam and Bobby's viral rap, this book will have readers celebrating the potential in everyone.

Robert Samuel White (Author), Robert Samuel White (Narrator)

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You are Wanted and Loved Because You're You

You are Wanted and Loved Because You're You is a rhythmical celebration of self love for both young and old. This Zen Gem Whole Family Tale will lift the hearts of young and old and boost the self acceptance of both the readers and the listeners. An entertaining and creative way to address and celebrate individuality and self worth among children, teens and adults, this book by a veteran teacher is one you'll embrace reading again and again as it affirms your priceless worth.

Zen Ase (Author), Zen Ase (Narrator)

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You Are a Champion: How to Be the Best You Can Be

It’s hard to know what is possible until you start. You have to be able to dream big and be prepared to work towards your dreams. I’ve achieved a lot so far, but it didn’t come in one go; big things rarely happen overnight, and good things rarely happen as if by magic . . . Marcus Rashford is famous worldwide for his skills both on and off the pitch – but before he was a Manchester United and England footballer, and long before he started his inspiring campaign to end child food poverty, he was just an average kid from Wythenshawe, South Manchester. Now, Marcus Rashford MBE wants to show YOU how to achieve your dreams, in this positive and inspiring guide for life. No matter who you are and no matter where you come from, every single person in the world has the potential to be a champion. In You Are a Champion, the nation’s favourite footballer gives you the tools you need to reach your full potential, showing you how to be the very BEST version of yourself you can be. Written with journalist Carl Anka, this empowering guide is packed full of stories from Marcus’s own life, brilliant advice and top-tips from performance psychologist Katie Warriner. Perfect for readers who need to hear that they already are champions – they just might not know it yet. It shows kids how to: - Be comfortable with who you are – you can't be a champion until you're happy being you! - Dream big - Practise like a champion – good things take hard work and time - Get out of your comfort zone and learn from your mistakes - Navigate adversity in a positive way - Find your team - Use your voice and stand up for others - Never stop learning With an afterword by Tim S. Grover.

Marcus Rashford (Author), Kenton Thomas (Narrator)

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Year of the Weeds

'Sometimes, Korok, it is best if the Sorkar forgets you.' Korok lives in a small Gond village in western Odisha. His life is in the garden which he tends every day. Anchita lives in the house which has a garden and is an artist. Then one day, the government tells the Gonds they have to leave the village because a company is going to mine the sacred hill next to it for aluminium ore. The Gonds oppose it, but the mighty government, led by police officer Sorkari Patnaik is determined to win. Korok knows a lot about wildflowers​ and nothing much about the rest of the world, though the two friends are not going to give up. But how long will the Gond resistance last, when everybody, from politicians to activists and even Maoists turn up at the little village? What can a lone gardener and a girl with a computer do against the most powerful people in the land?

Siddhartha Sharma (Author), Shiv Kanungo (Narrator)

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Wunderschöne Welt: Geschichten vom Reisen und der Sehnsucht nach Heimat

Für das WDR-Reisemagazin 'Wunderschön!' reist Andrea Grießmann um die Welt, in der Sendung 'Planet Wissen' beleuchtet sie spannende Themen und trifft faszinierende Gäste. In den Geschichten teilt sie ihren persönlichen Erfahrungsschatz, erzählt von bewegenden Begegnungen rund um den Globus, einer Ballonfahrt in Marokko, den Farben von Mexiko, Bergwanderungen mit und ohne Esel oder wie sie sich in Namibia überreden lässt, eine Termite zu essen. Aber im Hörbuch 'Wunderschöne Welt' geht die Reise auch nach innen. Andrea Grießmann erzählt über persönliche Werte und Kraftinseln im Leben. Sie liebt es, in alten Kirchen zur Ruhe zu kommen. Und das Wort 'Heimat' ist für sie ein schillernder Begriff. Ihre Kindheit und Jugend verbrachte sie in Barcelona, Buenos Aires und im Frankenland, wo sie in Erlangen die Schule besuchte. Andrea Grießmann ist außerdem als systemischer Couch tätig und engagiert sich für das Kinderhospitz in Bethel und im Verein Dassari Benefiz, der Mädchen und Frauen in Benin, Westafrika fördert. Weitere Informationen finden Sie auf der Homepage von Andrea Grießmann unter https://andreagriessmann.de/ 'Die schönsten Reisen beginnen im Kopf – und beim Lesen – in diesem Sinne viel Spaß mit diesem Hörbuch!' Andrea Grießmann

Andrea Grießmann (Author), Andrea Grießmann (Narrator)

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