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Five tales which range from the jungles of India to the frozen emptiness of the North... In all of them, Kipling's extraordinary powers of description and ability to identify with human aspiration and animal survival are vividly shown. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi must battle with Nag, the cobra, in his territory; Toomai has a unique glimpse of the elephant world, Kotick, the White Seal, searches for sanctuary, while Kotuko has to find food for his starving Eskimo village. Above all, Kipling's love of life in all its variety shines through.

This is the story of the passing of a boy's beloved German Shepherd and how that German Shepherd and the boy are, one day, united once again.

Laugh-Out-Loud Adventures & Magical Moments for Growing Imaginations Get ready for a world of wonder! Inside this exciting story collection, kids will travel to places where crayons come alive, snowflakes have secret jobs, and bubble baths can turn a monster into your best friend. Every story is a new surprise filled with imagination, kindness, and fun! Children will join… ✨ A girl who rides an elevator straight into outer space 🌙 A moon searching for its missing crater 🐘 The tiniest elephant with the biggest dreams 🐢 A turtle driving a taxi across the neighborhood 🍬 A ...

🎄 Christmas is a time for wonder, kindness, and the gifts that can’t be wrapped. 🎄 ✨ This magical collection brings you fourteen Christmas tales — seven brand-new, heartwarming stories inspired by timeless classics, paired with the original tales that inspired them. From snowy villages to enchanted forests, each new story sparkles with magic, friendship, and hope, reminding us that true gifts are promises kept, kindness freely given, and love that warms even the coldest night. Alongside them, you’ll find beloved classics including The Snow Queen ❄️, The Gift of the Magi ...

A series of fascinating Chinese stories, strong in humor and rich in Chinese wisdom, in which the author has caught admirably the spirit of Chinese life and thought...

Діти не бояться жити, бо покликані відкривати світ і, можливо, він існує до тих пір, поки дорослим вистачає інтересу іти слідом за вічно невгамовними та непосидючими дітьми... Ніна Бічуя знає цю таємницю. Тому нікуди не "кличе" і не "веде" читачів і ніколи не "судить" своїх героїв, аби розвісити на них "потрібні" ярлички. Вона їх любить і розуміє. І читачів, і героїв... Зміст: Шпага Славка Беркути. Великі розквітлі магнолії. Звичайний шкільний тиждень. Притча про Учителя й Учня. Гаманець.

This collection of tales is for fans of ghost-story writer Mary Downing Hahn’s scary but not too scary books. Even the stories without actual ghosts are spooky. Each tale turns something ordinary - a pigeon, a white dress, a stranger on the bus, a puppet - into a sinister link to the supernatural. For the human characters, secrets from the past or careless behavior in the present can lead to serious trouble. All the stories have a young person as their central character, so all will resonate easily with young listeners who enjoy the eerie, the creepy, and the otherworldly.

Once Upon an Eid is a collection of short stories that showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid! Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims.

Stinetinglers 5 by R. L. Stine is a forthcoming title from Feiwel & Friends...

La nueva entrega del bestseller internacional que ha logrado inspirar a las niñas de todos los rincones del mundo a soñar en grande, aspirar a más y a luchas con fuerza. Cuentos de buenas noches para niñas rebeldes 2 es una colección totalmente inédita de cuentos que celebran a más mujeres extraordinarias, desde Nefertiti hasta Beyoncé y de Rosalind Franklin a J. K. Rowling.

Step into a world of wonder and adventure with "The Magic Treehouse Kids Stories Book"! Join Emma and Max as they uncover the secrets of a mysterious, enchanted treehouse hidden in the attic of their grandparents' countryside home. Each chapter is a magical journey, filled with whimsical adventures, colorful characters, and extraordinary worlds waiting to be explored.

Thirteen award-winning fantasy and science fiction writers offer up their versions of these classic fairy tales as well as other favorites, including The Ugly Duckling, Ali Baba, Hansel and Gretel, and more. Some of the stories are funny, some are strange, and others are dark and disturbing - but each offers something as unexpected as a wolf at the door.

It's here: Volume One of the official Guys Read Library. Jon Scieszka's Guys Read initiative was founded on a simple premise: that young guys enjoy reading most when they have reading they can enjoy. And out of this comes a series that aims to give them just that. Ten books, arranged by theme...

Have you ever heard of a monkey who could fly? In this story, you'll meet Hanuman, a very special monkey born with incredible powers from the wind god! As a child, Hanuman is so strong and curious that he mistakes the sun for a fruit and leaps towards the sky trying to catch it! When Lord Rama, a brave prince, needs help finding his kidnapped wife, Sita, Hanuman promises to use his strength and bravery to find her. Follow Hanuman as he travels across the land and faces amazing challenges with his monkey friends.

The Best Collection of 5 minute stories for children! VOLUME:ONE If you are looking for short stories for kids age 6-8, or short stories for kids 2-4, then luckily, You are on the right page. This book contains some of the handpicked moral stories for kids and night time stories for kids. There are 7 Volumes in the series, and these books promote Honesty, Discipline, self-control, Helpfulness, Generosity, Positivity, Persistence, Gratitude, Hard Work, and more! Each story is designed in such a way that not only does it mesmerize your little devil, but also makes him partake throughout the ...

Blacky the Crow is a mischief maker. He has very sharp eyes and sees things he shouldn't. They often get him into trouble. Blacky loves eggs. One day he discovers that Hooty the Owl and Mrs. Hooty have laid eggs in a nest when there is still snow on the ground. Blacky devises a plan with his fellow crows to steal them. Later, we find out that Blacky has a good side too. As with all Thornton W. Burgess books, there are positive messages for young listeners.

Elf 137 wirbelt mit Humor und Ideenreichtum durchs Weihnachtsland – mal lustig, mal spannend, immer voller Fantasie. Ob er beim Backen für Chaos sorgt, ein geheimnisvolles Jo-Jo-Rätsel löst oder gestohlene Weihnachtskugeln aufspürt. Geschichten über Einfallsreichtum und Freundschaft, die einladen, Neues zu entdecken und über sich hinauszuwachsen.

Esta conmovedora colección de cuentos de cinco minutos es perfecta para los pequeños amantes de los animales, la aventura y la imaginación. Cada cuento está lleno de tiernas lecciones de vida, personajes entrañables y el toque perfecto de asombro para terminar el día con una sonrisa.

Von mächtigen Schneeköniginnen, prächtigen Eisbären und magischen Abenteuern - ein besonderer Geschichtenschatz für die ganze Familie. Wenn die Tage kürzer werden und es draußen kalt und dunkel wird, beginnt die Zeit des Geschichtenerzählens. Dawn Casey hat achtzehn Erzählungen versammelt, die die Magie der Winterzeit feiern und auf eine Reise um die Welt einladen - von Nordamerika über Sibirien und China bis nach Schottland. Gemeinsam mit Schneemädchen und Bärenköniginnen werden eisige Länder erforscht und magische Abenteuer erlebt.

This collection of charming and unique tales is perfect for bedtime, road trips, or family listening. Get ready for laughter, adventure, and heartwarming lessons!