Classic Fiction For Kids

Is it difficult for your child to fall asleep at night? Does going to bed often feel like a chore? Modern life in the digital world tends to make us more connected to technology and tablets, yet less connected to ourselves and each other. This is the case for both children and adults. It’s no wonder that it can often be challenging for kids to wind down at bedtime. Being able to quiet their minds and fall asleep peacefully takes practice. After so much stimulation, it’s not easy for children to simply quiet their minds and go to sleep.

What if a single knock on the door could change everything for seven little kids left home alone? In "The Wolf and the Seven Little Kids" by the Brothers Grimm, a cunning and hungry wolf is on the hunt, and these playful, clever kids must summon all their courage, wit, and teamwork to stay safe. From sneaky tricks to daring escapes, their adventure bursts with suspense, humor, and timeless lessons about trust, bravery, and the power of thinking smart.

National Book Award Longlist * Bank Street Children's Book Committee Best Book of the Year ""Beautifully written and elegantly structured, this fantasy is as real as it gets.""—Franny Billingsley, author of Chime The Real Boy, Anne Ursu's follow-up to her widely acclaimed and beloved middle...

Audrey Whitticomb has nothing to fear. Her mother is the superhero Morning Star, the most deadly crime fighter in the Twin Cities, so it's hard for Audrey not to feel safe. That is, until she's lured into the night by something human and not human—something with talons and teeth, and a wide...

Emanuel Hansted får arbejde som kapellan i en sjællandsk landsby i protest imod sin far og bylivets kultur. Han forsøger forgæves at leve for og med folket, alt imens hans mor falder dybere og dybere ned i en religiøs psykose, som driver hende til afgrundens rand. Bogen skildrer de politiske og religiøse brydninger, der fandt sted i 1880‘ernes Danmark. Romankredsen "Det forjættede land" består af tre sammenhængende romaner: "Muld" (1891), "Det forjættede land" (1892) og "Dommens dag" (1895). Den danske forfatter Henrik Pontoppidan (1857-1943) skrev en lang række stærkt samfundskritiske

This is a plain English production of the Shakespeare's classic play Much Ado About Nothing. Set in Italy, it tells the story of a romance between Claudio and Hero that is interrupted by a devious plot. This is a full-cast production of the work adapted by Charlie Creed to plain English and condensed to a 25 minute theatrical production with music and sound effects. This makes it suitable for a younger audience, though the themes of love, trickery and heartbreak, though softened and made age-appropriate are more suitable for older children aged eight years and over.

Der var engang en pige, som hed Wendy. Hun fortalte altid sine to brødre, John og Michael, historier om Ønskeøen - et magisk sted, hvor børn blev ved med at være børn for altid og oplevede spændende ting sammen med indianere, sørøvere, feer og en fantastisk dreng, der hed Peter Pan ... Bliv fortryllet af DISNEYS fantastiske verden. Tag med på eventyr og oplev magien med Mickey, Minnie, Anders, Fedtmule, Aladdin, Dumbo, Lynet McQueen, Anna, Elsa, Peter Plys, Snehvide, Løvernes Garde, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Vaiana og alle de andre fra DISNEYS skatkammer.

Welcome to the preview of Funny Stories and Knock Knock Jokes Bundle. This bundle consists of two audiobooks.

What if the fate of an entire kingdom began with the shimmer of a single golden feather? In "The Golden Bird" by the Brothers Grimm, a brilliant, otherworldly bird begins stealing the king’s prized apples, thrusting a young prince into a breathtaking quest bursting with magic, peril, and wonder. His journey carries him through moonlit forests, glittering hidden realms, and enchanted trials where every step tests his courage and heart.

Längst ist aus Kid Bellew, dem Grünschnabel, ein erfahrener Jäger und Goldsucher, einer der kühnsten Männer des wilden Nordens geworden. Er und sein Freund Kurz durchstreifen die weißen Einöden von Alaska, und mit ihnen reist das Abenteuer. Sie gehen seltsamen Spuren im Schnee nach, die sie zu einem merkwürdigen Waldlager führen, über dessen Bewohnern ein Geheimnis zu liegen scheint… Sie steigen groß in das Geschäft mit Eiern ein, das sich allerdings sehr bald als Fehlspekulation erweist; doch Kid und Kurz nehmen Rache an denen, die sie hereingelegt und allgemeinem Spott ausgeliefert haben.

Die Fortsetzung von "Alaska Kid“ präsentiert trotz des Titels eher Solo-Abenteuer des zum erfahrenen Goldsucher gereiften Chris Bellew und einige dieser Geschichten wurden im düsteren Mehrteiler "Lockruf des Goldes“ verfilmt. Daneben steht aber auch die (bereits in "Alaska Kid“ erwähnte) Affäre mit dem Eiermonopol, die für den Hörer weitaus spaßiger ist als für die Hauptfiguren selbst.

Dive into the stormy world of "King Lear," a brilliant adaptation of Shakespeare's tragic tale, transformed into an accessible and engaging narrative for young listeners by Jeanette Vigon. This rendition captures the essence of the original story, focusing on themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, while simplifying its complex language and situations to suit a younger audience.

The last thing Mason Starling remembers is the train crossing a bridge. An explosion . . . a blinding light . . . then darkness. Now she is alone, stranded in Asgard—the realm of Norse legend—and the only way for her to get home is to find the Spear of Odin, a powerful relic left behind by...

Der erste Teil der augenzwinkernd präsentierten Abenteuer von Kid (im Original: Smoke Bellew) und Co. (sein Freund Shorty) – wer nur die missglückten Verfilmungen kennt, wird überrascht sein, welch optimistische Kraft in den Geschichten steckt.

Delight in a collection of our favourite children's stories voiced by Brenda & Robin Markwell. From a fantastic edition of "Beauty and the Beast", to a captivating retelling of "The Little Mermaid", and many, many more....

Classic tales and stories are an fundamental part of children's development. They connect with the essentials of our culture; they awaken imagination and bring essential teachings. This special compilation includes classic folk tales, handed down over years and centuries for their elegance and power of evocation, and famous inspiring stories.

What if a single curse could silence an entire kingdom for a hundred years? In "Sleeping Beauty, or Briar Rose" by the Brothers Grimm, a beautiful princess falls into a deep slumber after a wicked fairy’s curse, leaving the castle and its people trapped in quiet stillness. As roses climb towers and wind through hidden gardens, the kingdom waits in a suspended world where secrets stir and destinies unfold. Brave princes navigate enchanted forests, clever allies offer unexpected guidance, and daring choices determine the fate of the sleeping realm.

In a world too often dominated by consumerism and social media, this book of stories collected by a father and grandfather team invites adults and children to listen to them together. Featuring the six virtues of justice, humility, courage, compassion, freedom, and respect, these entertaining and easily understood stories from all over the world focus on what makes us truly human.

A good story takes us in a new, fantastic world; the pleasure is all the greater if it keeps us inside for long enough. We have carefully selected for you ten long stories, for you to enjoy the craft of the writer as much as the opportunity of evasion good stories bring to us; they will make perfect bedtime stories, to accompany young children as long as they need to get into a peaceful sleep. Enjoy these tales by Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Andersen, and from the "Arabian Nights" (or "One Thousand and One Nights"), narrated in a warm and lively way.

Get ready for a calming start to bedtime with a collection of ten classic animal stories from the worlds most loved authors including; E. Nesbit, Beatrix Potter and Hans Christian Andersen. Bedtime should be a magical experience for the whole family which is why this collection of calming animal stories will have you and your kids making special memories as they drift off to a relaxing slumber.