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Come learn from Santa Lucia and about the beautiful tradition that continues to honor her in many countries around the world. We explore the ways this inspiring saint is remembered, not only as the lovely Lucia Queen donning her crown of candles, but also for her dedication to serving and advocating for others in Sicily. This audiobook explores the Lucia Queen tradition in Sweden and highlights practical and engaging ways to embody her inspiration all throughout the year.

Bella vive en un hermoso castillo con una Bestia y objetos encantados que han cobrado vida, pero eso no es lo más extraño del castillo. Pétalos de rosa y hojas, han comenzado a aparecer en lugares aleatorios, llevando a Bella y sus compañeros Cogsworth el reloj tictac y Lumiere el candelabro, a una búsqueda por el intruso.

Did you ever wonder where Santa got the bag that holds more toys than it should, or wonder about flying reindeer? Hugo Kringle, Santa's little brother, tells about growing up with the boy who would become Santa.

Olaf, l'adorabile pupazzo di neve di Arendelle, ama leggere. Un giorno, un messaggio inatteso porta Olaf e i suoi amici, Anna, Kristoff e Sven ad affrontare un'impresa verso un luogo conosciuto come Haus Biblio, descritto come "un mare di storie". Questo Audible Original racconta il viaggio che il gruppo di amici compie alla volta della Haus Biblio, oltrepassando montagne, alla ricerca di mostri sotto ai ponti e chiacchierando con affabili pecore. Nel viaggio, Olaf stringe nuove amicizie e ascolta tante storie entusiasmanti.

Evelyn Del Rey is Daniela’s best friend. They do everything together and even live in twin apartments across the street from each other: Daniela with her mami and hamster, and Evelyn with her mami, papi, and cat. But not after today - not after Evelyn moves away. Until then, the girls play amid the moving boxes until it’s time to say goodbye, making promises to keep in touch, because they know that their friendship will always be special.

Recruitment Day is here...if you fail, a loved one will die. For Lucian "Lucky" Spark, Recruitment Day means the Establishment, a totalitarian government, will force him to become one of five Recruits competing to join the ruthless Imposer task force. Each Recruit participates in increasingly difficult and violent military training for a chance to advance to the next level. Those who fail must choose an "Incentive" - a family member - to be brutally killed. If Lucky fails, he'll have to choose death for his only living relative: Cole, his four-year-old brother.

Sometimes growing up feels like it’s taking forever. You dream of the day you’ll be big enough to do things on your own, while everyone keeps reminding you to enjoy being a kid because it won’t last forever. "Grown Up Too Soon" is a tender and uplifting story that captures this feeling from both a child’s and a parent’s perspective. With gentle words and heartfelt meaning, it reminds young listeners to cherish every moment of childhood and encourages families to treasure the time they have together.

Merci Suárez sabía que el sexto grado sería diferente, pero no tenía idea alguna lo diferente que resultaría. En primer lugar, Merci nunca se ha parecido a los otros niños de su escuela privada en la Florida, porque tanto ella como Roli, su hermano mayor, son estudiantes becados. Ellos no tienen ni una casa grande ni un yate elegante, y tienen que desempeñar servicios comunitarios adicionales para compensar por su matricula gratis.

Santa has it so easy: a workforce of elves to make the presents, a team of reindeer to deliver them, even a hi-tech factory! The Easter Bunny has to make and wrap all the chocolate eggs and deliver them all by himself. Now Bunny has had enough. But will his plan for a Christmas disaster turn into a Christmas delight?

What should I wear today? Meet Kaye, a cheerful six-year-old who loves picking out her own clothes. As she gets ready for a fun day at the zoo, she tries on different outfits and thinks carefully about what works best. Some clothes are too warm, some are too fancy, and some are just right for playing, painting, and having fun. Along the way, Kaye learns that choosing what to wear is about more than clothes. It’s about feeling comfortable, confident, and happy being yourself.

If you ask her, Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela has way too many names: six! How did such a small person wind up with such a large name? Alma turns to Daddy for an answer and learns of Sofia, the grandmother who loved books and flowers; Esperanza, the great-grandmother who longed to travel; José, the grandfather who was an artist; and other namesakes, too.

When Santa's best friend, Peppermint Bark, gets left in a chimney on Christmas Day, it's up to Chris, Holly, and Ivy to return the pup to the North Pole before it's too late.

"I Am Brave and Resilient" is an inspiring children’s story about finding your courage, bouncing back, and believing in yourself. When their teacher writes the word RESILIENT on the board, the class isn’t sure what it means. Through touching moments — from speaking up in class, to trying again after a fall, to finding the courage to shine on stage — the children discover that resilience is the power to keep going, even when things feel hard.

Pat e Isabel O'Sullivan quieren ir al mismo colegio que sus amigas, pero su madre ha decidido enviarlas al Santa Clara. Las mellizas han aceptado el cambio, pero tienen un plan secreto...¡hacer diabluras hasta que las cambien de colegio!

My Favorite Place to Be: Mama & Me is a gentle, affirming board book that celebrates the deep bond between a mother and her little one. Written in soothing, lyrical language for babies and toddlers ages 0–4, this story offers comfort and connection during moments of calm, snuggles, or storytime. My Favorite Place to Be reminds every child that their mama’s love is a safe, steady place.

When Frey's teacher realizes that Frey is living alone, she contacts Child Protective Services, who put Frey into foster care. First in the Foster Heroes Series, Mom's Gone takes you through Frey's journey, and how he finally finds a home where he makes friends, and feels safe, until his mom can return home.

Santa makes wishes come true every year—but what happens when Santa has a wish of his own? With Mrs. Claus’s clever idea and a boy’s heartfelt letter, Santa rediscovers the joy found in the true meaning of Christmas. Santa longs to experience childhood play again, but when Christmas Eve arrives, he realizes he hasn't had even a moment to play. Mrs. Claus reminds him it’s never too late to make magic happen. With a little Christmas sparkle and a lot of heart, Santa’s wish leads him to two siblings, Ashton and Lizzie, who need a special kind of gift—one that brings love, laughter, and hope.

Look Out! Stranger Danger! is an important story that helps children learn how to stay safe, trust their instincts, and recognize when something feels wrong. Through the adventures of Mia and Max, kids will see real-life examples of how to respond when approached by strangers, and parents will find peace of mind knowing their children are learning these essential safety skills.

Moms can always tell when something is wrong. When her son comes home from school quiet and unhappy, she gently asks what happened. To her surprise, he shares that his classmates have been unkind and left him out. Unsure why, she comforts him and reminds him that things can get better. "No Choosing Favorites" is a rhyming story that explores the pain of being excluded and the harm that comes from making favorites. With age-appropriate language and an engaging storyline, it teaches children about diversity, equality, and the importance of kindness and inclusivity.

El curso de verano está a punto de iniciarse, pero Pat e Isabel O’Sullivan empezarán algo más tarde. Cuando llegan, se encuentran con que hay ¡seis chicas nuevas! Y todas con personalidades muy diferentes....