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Harry T. Roman (Author), Highlights For Children (Narrator)

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Follow your heart! Feeling stuck, depressed or demotivated? There are so many reasons why you should follow your dreams. If you need some motivation, look no further than this book. Part moral allegory and part spiritual autobiography, The Little Princess is a timeless charm which tells the story of a young woman who leaves the safety of fitting in with everyone else, to follow her heart. Be inspired by this journey to transformation and self-acceptance, and self-belief as she learns to overcome the vagaries of adult behavior. Her personal odyssey culminates in a voyage of self-belief, passion, and purpose. From the best-selling author of Mid-Life Career Rescue, Stress Less and How to Find Your Passion and Purpose: a powerful, inspiring, and practical book about boosting resilience, overcoming obstacles and moving forward after life's inevitable setbacks. Find out what strategies are sabotaging your success. Find and follow your passion and purpose faster. Bonus: Free Excerpt from How to Find Your Passion and Purpose-overcome common obstacles to success easily (including the fear of failure, fear of success, fear of criticism-and others)

Cassandra Gaisford (Author), Cassandra Gaisford (Narrator)

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The Lost Spells

Brought to you by Penguin The Lost Spells is an audio treasure, a new collection of 'spells' - acrostic poetry and artwork - by writer Robert Macfarlane and artist Jackie Morris. For those who loved The Lost Words - this is its little sister. Captivatingly read, calling to forest, field, riverbank, ocean and also to the heart, these 'spells' summon back what is often lost from sight and care. From Jay to Jackdaw, Oak to Barn Owl, Silver Birch to Grey Seal, they evoke the special spirit of each plant and creature. Above all, they celebrate a sense of wonder at nature's power to amaze, console and bring joy. Across a bewitching natural soundscape by renowned wildlife recordist Chris Watson, readers Yrsa Daley-Ward, Johnny Flynn and Julie Fowlis bring the magic of both nature and language to listeners in an immersive and unique audio experience. Praise for The Lost Words: 'Gorgeous to look at and to read. Give it to a child to bring back the magic of language' Jeanette Winterson, Guardian 'Breathtaking, magical... Jackie Morris has created something that you could spend all day looking at' New Statesman 'Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris have made a thing of astonishing beauty' Observer © Robert Macfarlane, Jackie Morris 2020 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

Jackie Morris, Robert Macfarlane (Author), Johnny Flynn, Julie Fowlis, Robert Macfarlane, Yrsa Daley-Ward (Narrator)

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The Lost Words

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Lost Words by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris, read by Edith Bowman, Guy Garvey, Cerys Matthews and Benjamin Zephaniah. All over the country, there are words disappearing from children's lives. Words like Dandelion, Otter, Bramble, Acorn and Lark represent the natural world of childhood, a rich landscape of discovery and imagination that is fading from children's minds. The Lost Words stands against the disappearance of wild childhood. It is a joyful celebration of the poetry of nature words and the living glory of our distinctive, British countryside. With acrostic spell-poems by peerless wordsmith Robert Macfarlane this enchanting audiobook captures the irreplaceable magic of language and nature for all ages. Across a rich and vivid natural soundscape, Edith Bowman, Guy Garvey, Cerys Matthews and Benjamin Zephaniah, iconic voices of modern Britain, bring the magic of nature and language to listeners. Through captivating readings, wonderful natural recordings and more, the audio edition of The Lost Words is a stunning celebration of the nature and the power of language. Includes listening notes by Chris Watson, wildlife and natural phenomena recordist, as a downloadable PDF.

Jackie Morris, Robert Macfarlane (Author), Benjamin Zephaniah, Cerys Matthews, Edith Bowman, Guy Garvey (Narrator)

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The Magic Flute - Opera as a Audio play with Music

The Magic Flute - a full cast audio play featuring famous melodies and beautiful arias. Experience Mozart's most played fairy-tale opera The Magic Flute as an audio play, performed by esteemed actors, complemented by intricate sound designs and effects as well as plenty of original opera music. Each act is introduced with interesting facts about the life of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791). - Tamino, a prince lost in a foreign land, is being pursued by an enormous monster. He is rescued by three mysterious ladies, who kill the monster and give Tamino a picture of Pamina, daughter of the Queen of the Night, with whom he falls instantly in love. In order to marry the princess, Tamino must undergo a series of tests. With the gift of a magic flute and some magic bells accompanied by his goofy sidekick Papageno, he sets off on his quest. Alongside the priest Sarastro, Tamino, Papageno, and Pamina battle Pamina's mother, the evil and mysterious Queen of the Night.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (Author), Catherine Campion, David Johnston, Eva Russel, Gale Van Gott, Kevin Ford, Peter Baker, Will De Meo (Narrator)

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The Magic of Ventriloquism

Shari Thompson Babcock (Author), Highlights For Children (Narrator)

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The Magic School Bus Explores Human Evolution

When Arnold wishes he had more information for his family tree, Ms. Frizzle revs up the Magic School Bus and the class zooms back to prehistoric times. First stop: 3.5 billion years ago! There aren't any people around to ask for directions. Luckily Ms. Frizzle has a plan, and the class is right there to watch simple cells become sponges and then fish and dinosaurs, then mammals and early primates and, eventually, modern humans. It's the longest class trip ever! This is the story of a species, of our species, as only Ms. Frizzle can tell it. Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen tackle this essential topic with the insight and humor that have made the Magic School Bus the bestselling science series of all time. Hop on board for a class trip that spans billions of lifetimes!

Bruce Degen, Joanna Cole (Author), Cassandra Morris, Polly Adams (Narrator)

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The Magic School Bus Inside the Human Body

Bruce Degen, Joanna Cole (Author), A Cast Of Kids, Cassandra Morris, Polly Adams (Narrator)

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The Magic School Bus on the Ocean Floor

When Ms. Frizzle drives the Magic School Bus full speed ahead into the ocean, the class takes a submarine expedition that's anything but ordinary. With a wellmeaning lifeguard in tow, the class takes a deep breath and learns about hot water vents, coral reefs, plant and animal life on the ocean floor, and more!

Bruce Degen, Joanna Cole (Author), A Cast Of Kids, Cassandra Morris, Polly Adams (Narrator)

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The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System

The field trip to the planetarium is foiled when the museum turns out to be closed, but Ms. Frizzle saves the day. The Magic School Bus turns into a spaceship and takes the class on a trip zooming through the atmosphere, to the Moon, and beyond! With uptodate facts about the solar system, revised for this edition.

Bruce Degen, Joanna Cole (Author), A Cast Of Kids, Cassandra Morris, Polly Adams (Narrator)

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The Magnificent Mischief of Tad Lincoln

Read by the author with an audiobook-exclusive Q&A! From New York Times bestselling author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo comes a fun picture book biography of Tad Lincoln, his relationship with his father President Abraham Lincoln, and a story about a parent's love for his son and the wisdom of a child. Full of humor, this romp through history will teach children about the power of curiosity, imagination, friendship, empathy, determination…and even a little mischief! Tad Lincoln was forever getting into trouble. He bounced around the White House making mischief and annoying almost everyone but the president. Yet Tad was his father's joy and comfort amidst a brutal war, a family tragedy, and the toll of holding the nation's highest office. When Tad befriends a turkey meant to be holiday dinner, his plea for the pet to be spared teaches Abe a lesson about mercy. It also starts the tradition of the presidential turkey pardon, a tradition that presidents carry on to this day. In The Magnificent Mischief of Tad Lincoln readers 4-8 will: - learn about the larger-than-life personality of Tad Lincoln and his father President Abe Lincoln, highlighting the importance of family - see the impact of empathy and understanding towards others - be inspired by Tad's resilience and determination, as he overcomes challenges learning to read and dealing with a speech impediment - enjoy Tad's mischievous and adventurous spirit, encouraging children to embrace their curiosity, explore new ideas, and make a difference in the lives of others by being themselves

Raymond Arroyo (Author), Raymond Arroyo (Narrator)

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The Middle Road: American Politics, 1945–2000

History is dramatic—and the renowned, award-winning authors Christopher Collier and James Lincoln Collier demonstrate this in a compelling series aimed at young readers. Covering American history from the founding of Jamestown through present day, these volumes explore far beyond the dates and events of a historical chronicle to present a moving illumination of the ideas, opinions, attitudes, and tribulations that led to the birth of this great nation. In The Middle Road, the terms democrat, republican, liberal, and conservative are defined. Readers learn how these philosophies dominated and shifted during the years covered in this volume.

Christopher Collier, James Lincoln Collier (Author), Jim Manchester (Narrator)

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