Science Stories For Kids

Wrongfully accused of being a 'Star Bandit,' ten-year-old Jax is sentenced to life in Asteroid Prison XK-5, a high-tech dungeon where hope goes to die. Surrounded by humming machinery, ever-watching laser eyes, and served daily bowls of disgusting 'Glow-Slop,' Jax's future looks as bleak as the endless space outside his porthole. But a mysterious whisper in the vents from an old, four-armed inmate named Zorp sparks an impossible plan. Using a map made of stardust, a key carved from a spork, and a forgotten ship hidden in the asteroid's heart, they must outwit the cruel and cunning Warden Grol.

The first installment of the Russian Collection for Kids series includes stories of strange creatures and fascinating journeys through unlikely places. Volume two invites its young listeners to visit with all sorts of animals and to explore different professions.

Dive into an enchanting tale of friendship, adventure, and courage with "The Mermaid Princess and the Pirates Curse." Join Coralie, a spirited mermaid princess, and her unlikely companions as they embark on a daring quest to break an ancient curse and uncover hidden treasures beneath the waves.

Embark on a spellbinding journey into the heart of the Enchanted Forest with Lily, a curious young girl from the quaint village of Amber Arcane. In this captivating tale, follow Lily as she uncovers the secrets of a mysterious map hidden within her attic, setting off on an adventure filled with magic, mystery, and friendship.

In "The Girl Who Dreamed of Dragons," embark on a fantastical journey into the realm of dreams where mythical creatures roam and adventures await. Follow the story of Lily, a curious girl with an insatiable thirst for adventure, as she discovers a mysterious egg hidden deep within a enchanted forest. Little does she know, this discovery will catapult her into a world of magic and wonder beyond her wildest imagination.

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is African Elephant (Young Zoologist). Head on safari to the grasslands of Africa to study African elephants in this beautiful nonfiction field guide for kids. You might know that African elephants are the...

This audiobook features music and special effects. Listen along and enjoy the fun that is Nerdy Babies: Space. Nerdy Babies is a new series that will ignite curiosity in even the youngest listeners and encourage them to ask questions and explore the world around them. In Nerdy Babies: Space...

In a world defined by the scent of woodsmoke and the patient art of rune-carving, young Jenny's life is upended when her father, Arin, vanishes without a trace. Her only clues are a mysterious, forbidden rune that hums with ancient power and a series of cryptic messages hidden in his carvings. Driven by a ghostly whisper to "follow," Jenny must leave the safety of her home and venture into the vast wilderness. With the help of a wise fox, a kind village boy, and her own growing courage, she follows a path marked by magical riddles and shadowed creatures.

In the quiet village of Oakhaven, nestled beneath the shadow of the formidable Dragon’s Tooth mountain, twelve-year-old Sam believes the tales of mythical beasts are nothing more than stories. But when he discovers a single, impossible feather of shimmering bronze and gold, he is pulled into a world of ancient magic he thought only existed in legend. Drawn by a mysterious, sorrowful hum that seems to emanate from the mountain's stone heart, Sam embarks on a secret quest. His journey leads him to a hidden cavern where a single, magnificent egg awaits.

For generations, the legend has been whispered on the wind: the Sword of the Seventh Summer, a blade forged from pure sunlight, appears only to a seventh child in their seventh summer. For ten-year-old Gabriella, a girl with scraped knees and a heart full of wonder, the legend is more than just a story. When her tenth birthday dawns, a mysterious pull leads her into an ancient forest on a quest she never imagined. Guided by maps made of sunbeams and clues from mischievous river sprites, Gabriella must journey through whispering woods and forgotten valleys.

In a valley where the streams have forgotten how to sing and the waterfalls flow without color, the last spark of magic has vanished. For a girl named Mya, this silence is unbearable. When her final attempt at a spell fades into nothing, she is left with a hollow ache and a world turning to gray. But a whisper from the woods and a secret map left by her grandmother ignite a new hope. Joined by Kael, a boy with an unshakeable belief in the unseen, Mya embarks on a desperate quest to find a sunken tower, mend a broken wand, and confront the Shadow Thief who is bleeding the valley of its life.

What happens when a little star wiggles out of the night sky and lands right in Amanda's backyard? It's the start of an amazing adventure with Zorp, a friendly, glowing alien with wobbly legs and a heart full of wonder! Join Amanda and her playful kitten, Whiskers, as they share secret space-berries, build cosmic dens, and discover that the greatest friendships can be truly out of this world. "Amanda and the Alien" is a heartwarming bedtime story filled with gentle magic, giggles, and dreams as big as the universe.

Ten-year-old Leo’s ordinary night of stargazing turns into a deliciously dangerous adventure when the sky fills not with fiery rocks, but with a sticky, sweet meteor shower. It’s the start of an invasion! His town of Sweetwater Springs is soon overrun by colorful candy creatures, from the timid, cherry-flavored Wobble to the menacing General Sour Patch and his army of gummy soldiers. The aliens are on a mission to harvest Earth’s entire supply of sugar, and it’s up to Leo and his best friend, Maya, to stop them.

Government cuts, unregulated care homes, inadequate staff training—campaigner and care home consultant Chris Wild has seen it all. The low standards and frequent abuse of children in care has long been a focal point of his loud message: we are failing our young people and something needs to change. Chris delves deep into the lives of care home kids, from experiences with county lines, drugs, trafficking, knife crime, gang violence to child exploitation and sexual abuse.

After a perilous train ride, Rudolph joins Tony in the countryside where his family is enjoying a taste of life on a farm. They spend the week hiding from Tony's parents, exploring old farm buildings under the full moon, and even getting chased by a bull! But will their sneaking around be enough to keep Rudolph from discovery?

Beatrice, Alice, and Punch are the youngest dungeon clearing team on Ponberry Island. They're excited to get started clearing out dungeons, crypts, basements, and all kinds of haunted and infested places. They stumble into a job that sounds too good to be true, putting the entire island in danger.

Unicorn Bedtime Stories Collection is your one-way ticket to a fantastical realm filled with prancing unicorn friends. Picture your little ones drifting off into dreamland riding on a unicorn—not a tear in sight, just smiles and maybe a giggle or two.

A dream sailing trip turns into a waking nightmare when a sudden, violent storm shipwrecks ten-year-old Finn and his older sister, Maya, on the shores of a remote, uncharted island. Their parents are gone, their boat is in ruins, and a chilling discovery in the sand warns them they are not alone. This is Scorpion Island, a place that shouldn't exist, ruled by monstrous creatures that hunt in the dead of night. With only their wits and courage to rely on, Finn and Maya must unravel the island's deadly secrets.

When a mysterious, ticking box appears at the headquarters of the Super-Secret Spy Service, it’s more than just a strange delivery—it’s a warning. For Agent 9, a field mouse with nerves of steel and a utility belt full of gadgets, this is the start of his most dangerous mission yet. The ticking is counting down to a global catastrophe orchestrated by the villainous Dr. Chronos, a disgraced genius obsessed with controlling time itself.

For a small squirrel named Pip, life was a simple rhythm of scampering, leaping, and burying nuts. But when a mysterious whisper on the wind leads him to a talking tree with a desperate plea, his ordinary world is turned upside down. The ancient forest is dying, its magic fading into silence and dust, and its only hope is the legendary Golden Acorn, an artifact of immense power lost long ago. With only a cynical raven, Corvus, for a companion, Pip must embark on a perilous quest into the unknown.