Animal Reads

Packed full of adventure, this collection features eight of the best-loved stories from the creators of The Gruffalo, read by Julia Donaldson – perfect for listening to at home, in the car, at bedtime or any time at all! Join in the adventure as Mouse wanders through the deep dark wood to meet the Gruffalo, travel the world with the snail and the whale, join the witch as she zooms through the sky on her broom, and much more! Julia Donaldson Reads The Gruffalo and Other Stories features eight treasured tales, from the bestselling picture-book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Cerise is not a witch. She's an apprentice herbalist whose father is a wannabe warlock and fairy godmother is a madame. But Cerise has a closely guarded secret - the cherry lip-stain she manufactures and sells to the richest and most powerful women in the land is a potent aphrodisiac that makes the wearer irresistible. Of course, with such power comes responsibility, something Cerise did not consider while she was testing each batch of the product on the men of her home town. Soon, word of the magical make-up reaches the childless Queen Merewald, and she becomes determined to uncover the ...

Black bears, grizzly bears, and spirit bears all make their home in the Great Bear Rainforest.

Fans of Fiona the Hippo, the internet and Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden sensation, can now experience full-length Fiona the Hippo adventure audiobooks with this 4-in-1 holiday collection. This New York Times bestselling series features inspiring and heartwarming stories about this heroic little hippo and her many animal friends, and these titles share stories of Fiona celebrating extra special days at the zoo—Christmas, Easter, Halloween, and Fiona’s birthday!

Henry the Bear has a wiggly problem... Henry doesn’t want help pulling out his first loose tooth, not even from his big brother! But when his favorite foods get tricky to eat, something surprising helps the tooth come out. Now Henry faces a new worry: What will his friends say when they see the gap in his smile? This gentle, reassuring story about growing up, facing fears, and finding out that change isn’t so scary after all will resonate with any child who’s lost a tooth (or will soon). Perfect for ages 5-8, Henry's Loose Tooth is a sweet milestone book for little ones navigating ...

Sharks are one of the most dangerous sea animals on the planet. With fearsome jaws and an insatiable appetite, they are often feared by humans and animals alike. However, sharks are also completely fascinating! Learn all about the different types of shark and their habitats and what makes them such deadly predators! Amazing facts and awesome stories bring the world of sharks to life wherever you are.

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Join Matilda, a brave little mouse, on an unforgettable journey of discovery and friendship. When forced to leave her home, Matilda embarks on a thrilling adventure to find a new one. Along the way, she meets a fellow traveler and together they learn valuable lessons about kindness, trust, and the power of turning enemies into friends. This charming, fully illustrated tale is a perfect read-aloud experience for little ones and an inspiring chapter book for independent readers. Experience the magical power of paying it forward.

When the family gathers for Grandma's birthday, they spend the day at the local K-9 Karnival. Cousins Dennis and Mellie get their faces painted, learn how to give a dog a bath, and march in a parade. At home, they write informative essays about the day. Two full mentor essays included. With the homework done, it's time for Grandma's birthday party!

A romp with his best friend, a Bernese Mountain Dog named Clark Kent, inspires Dennis to write a narrative essay. Recently, Mom asked Dennis to put a leash on Clark Kent so they could take the dog to the veterinarian for shots. Clark gave them all a merry chase! There's lots of action to love here.

Piper, the proud prize-winning pig, faces isolation when her deceit is revealed, but a kind gesture teaches her the value of friendship.

Dive into the world of alliteration, and turn your beginner reader’s experience into a playful and challenging exercise that optimizes the use of the letter “N”.

Dive into the world of alliteration, and turn your beginner listener's experience into a playful and challenging exercise that optimizes the use of the letter “O”.

Tiny Taylor, the talkative turtle, confidently embraces her talkative nature to spread kindness despite occasional teasing, becoming a respected figure among her fellow turtles.

“Moe the Magnetic Monkey” is a clever tool designed for early readers, blending the elements of alphabet books, children’s rhyming stories, and dyslexia-friendly content.

Black Beauty is a horse with a glossy coat and a white star on his forehead. Life in the peaceful fields with his mother is idyllic, but when Beauty is sold to a new owner he embarks on a dramatic journey that will take him from the stables of the rich to the streets of Victorian London...

When an ugly duckling flies away from home to escape from teasing words, she begins the adventure of a lifetime. But when she returns to central park in Spring, she discovers she has transformed into a beautiful swan.

“Xavier the Fox with his Yak and Zebra Friends” is a clever tool designed for early readers, blending the elements of alphabet books, children’s rhyming stories, and dyslexia-friendly content.

A Dream Day on the Farm is a story about a farmer who goes on an adventure with his cat Mittens. This chapter book is Book 4 in our series which focuses on many new phonics-based grammar rules. Consonant blends such as "spot" and "help", plural-s such as "jumps", compound words such as "upset", and twin consonants such as "full" are some of the new rules introduced in this book. We hope you enjoy this adventure!

Alerte! Les moufettes du Grand Parc Aventure ont disparu. Ranger Rob peut-il les retrouver? Une histoire tirée de la populaire série animée. Inspiré de la série d’animation Ranger Rob, cette nouvelle série invite le lecteur émergent à faire l’apprentissage de la lecture.