Children Short Stories Adventure

When a boat drifts into a New England port with all its crew dead, only a shipboard statue knows what took place. Can a boy carved from wood reveal the secret? Can a love-struck apprentice find the girl of his dreams by following a weathervane with a figure of Saint Crispin, patron saint of shoemakers? After a lifetime of making statues of the wealthy and powerful, what will the Italian sculptor Zorelli do when he is hired not by a human, but a ghost?

En la selva tropical, la temporada de tormentas había iniciado La Señora Araña para ella y su hijo, refugio había buscado. El temporal estaba muy ventoso; truenos y lluvia caían En su casa, bajo las rocas, calientes y secos estarían.

Speed Kyle is a master-builder of the hottest, fastest planes around. Cal Bradley’s a daredevil test pilot who pushes those planes to the limit. Add in Speed’s blond bombshell daughter who fears that Cal will go too far—and you’ve got a winner. And as far as Speed and Cal are concerned, winning is everything. Speed’s company is bleeding cash, and they need money quick. They’re competing in the upcoming National Air Meet, and to the victor goes the spoils—some extremely lucrative contracts.

10 cuentos atemporales llenos de moralejas y valores de amistad, unidad y aprecio por los que uno quiere. Estas breves historias se pueden leer en menos de 5 minutos, pero crean una oportunidad para que el lector y el niño discutan sobre diferentes temas. Han sido creados para ser leídos en todo el mundo, independientemente de la religión, la raza o la cultura, y proporcionan algunos valores básicos que pueden ser inculcados a nuestras futuras generaciones.

Poor Mr. Swimble is having a bad day. Rabbits are bouncing out of his hat, pigeons are flying out of his jacket and every time he points his finger, something magically appears - cheese sandwiches, socks...even a small yellow elephant on wheels! It's becoming a real nuisance - and he's allergic to rabbits. His friends at the Magic Rectangle can't help, but the mysterious vacuum cleaner he saw that morning may have something to do with it....

The third fun family story in the Marge in Charge series, written by actor and comedian Isla Fisher. Whistles at the ready. Marge is off! Have you met Marge? She has rainbow hair, tells wild stories and she's the best babysitter in the whole world. Things do sometimes go off the rails when Marge is around but Jakey and Jemima don't mind that. After all, no-one else could rescue a train, help Jakey's wobbly tooth or cause chaos at the zoo!

It was one night. I made love to a huge, growly man with perfect lips. It was just a temporary fling because we met on a cruise – but now he’s given me his baby! Abby’s not the kind of woman you jerk around. She’s sweet, giving, with a delectably curvy body that makes me forget how to swallow. She puts cover models to shame with her incredible smile and sassy ways. But I taught her some skills while we were on that cruise ship … … skills that she’ll never forget. Maybe I was her first, but they say the first time is always “safe,” right? You can’t get pregnant, ...

This gorgeous Christmas gift of a collection brings together 13 of the best-selling, award-winning and exciting debut authors: Abiola Bello, Annabelle Sami, Benjamin Dean, E.L. Norry, Elle McNicoll, Dominique Valente, Joanna Williams, Maisie Chan, Nizrana Farook, Patrice Lawrence, Roopa Farooki, Serena Patel and Sharna Jackson. Join them as part of the Very Merry Murder Club as they lead you on a snow-covered wintery journey of Christmassy crimes, festive foul play and murderously magnificent mysteries!

Princess Bedtime Stories - Snuggle up with Ariel, Cinderella, Tiana, and all your favorite princesses with this charming collection. Help Cinderella and the mice search for a sparkly ring. Dance the night away at Aurora's party. Drift to sleep as Tiana wishes on an evening star. Nineteen enchanting tales await to send you off to a dreamland of happily ever after. Princess Adventure Stories - Little girls love empowered princess role models, and this new addition to the storybook collection series is filled with 17 tales of adventure starring the Disney Princesses.

Dive into the heart of adventure with 'Inspiring and Brave Stories for Young Kids'. [Second edition. Previously published under the title Engaging Tales for Bright Boys.] Step into a universe where every story is a gateway to extraordinary adventures, profound friendships, and lessons that resonate with young hearts and minds. 'Inspiring and Brave Stories for Young Kids' is not just a collection of stories; it's a beacon for young readers, guiding them through worlds filled with fantastical realms, mysterious challenges, and intergalactic escapades. Here's why this book is an indispensable ...

Children's Short Stories: Book 2 is a collection of three short stories: "Ammon the Genie", "Kahuna the Magician", and "Congo and Will". Take a seat on Ammon's magic carpet, and you can go for a ride on a magical journey through Egypt. Kahuna is a great magician that lives on a beautiful island in Hawaii. He performs magic shows and stunts for the local Hawaiians and the visiting tourists. He shocks the crowds with his incredible and daring stunts. Disappear for a while in this magical story, and find out the big secret that Kahuna is keeping.

This is a collection of three short stories: Secret Mystic Island, The Forest is Alive, and Monkey Islands. Secret Mystic Island is an exciting underwater adventure in the middle of the sea about mermaids. The Forest is Alive is a charming fairy tale about the enchanted forest of rising moon lake. A large white wolf named Frost is the leader of the forest. Two beautiful unicorns live at the edge of the forest in this magical story of Snow White and her seven white wolf puppies.

James faisait ce dont il avait envie dans la vie, y compris des choses méchantes. Mais ce n’était pas grave pour lui car il trouvait toujours un moyen de se justifier. Jusqu’au jour où son comportement lui cause de réels ennuis. Ah la jalousie ! Scott le scorpion connait bien : il est suspicieux de tout et de tout le monde tout le temps ! C’est une situation vraiment ennuyeuse pour ses amis. Il ne fait confiance à rien et à personne. Et cela va lui jouer un bon tour.

Get ready for a turbo-charged short listen from two of the world’s biggest thriller writers. Jack Reacher and Will Trent. Twice the action. Twice the drama. Double the trouble. Will Trent is undercover at Fort Knox. His assignment: to investigate a 22-year-old murder. His suspect's name: Jack Reacher. Jack Reacher is in Fort Knox on his own mission: to bring down a dangerous criminal ring operating at the heart of America’s military. Except now Will Trent is on the scene.

Once upon a time, a Little Soul loved to play “Chutes & Ladders” with her dear friend Jesus in Heaven. When he told her about a wonderful adventure down on Earth, she became curious and wanted to go on such an exciting journey, too. However, the thought of being alone in a strange world for so many years caused a queasy feeling in her stomach. To take away that fear, Jesus provided her with a wonderful companion to watch over her at every moment of her human life. A Guardian Angel. And so, the adventure begins... * In a heartwarming manner, this short story elucidates the connections ...

Listen to this positive collection of short stories for children featuring animals in the Artic with lessons on respect, diversity, patience, kindness, honesty, forgiveness, and teamwork.

What Shall We Do Today? The Amazing Carrot Adventure Perfect for children ages 6-9 who love educational adventures! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya on a delightful adventure celebrating International Carrot Day! When Maya arrives with exciting news about this special holiday, the three friends embark on a colorful journey to discover the wonderful world of carrots. Through a visit to Aunt Rosa's vibrant garden, young readers will learn: How carrots grow underground as root vegetables The surprising variety of carrot colors beyond orange Different ways to enjoy...

Liebe Eltern, liebe Kinder, taucht ein in die zauberhafte Welt von Eli, ein kleines, abenteuerlustiges Eichhörnchenmädchen, das zusammen mit ihren liebevollen Eltern im Herzen eines wunderschönen großen Parks lebt. Diese bezaubernde Kurzgeschichte für Kinder ab 4 Jahren entführt kleine Hörer in eine Welt voller Abenteuer, Freundschaft und großartige Erlebnissen.

Twenty-eight magical short stories to enjoy round the clock from one of the world's best-loved children's authors, Enid Blyton. Follow Edward the very brave pink teddy bear as he rescues his owner, Elsie, from a dark wood, meet a naughty toy clown who gets a nasty fright when he cooks some sweets, and feel sorry for poor Binny and Tucker as they get scrubbed in Dame Sooky's magic wash-tub.

Set sail for adventure with the bravest bird in the skies! Percy the Pirate Parrot is no ordinary bird! With his bright red feathers, stylish eye patch, and tiny pirate hat, he leads his loyal crew—Squawkbeard, Jolly Beak, and Polly Patch—aboard their magnificent flying ship, The Feathered Fortune. After discovering the legendary treasure of Black Raven on Skullwing Isle, Percy finds a mysterious map hidden inside the pirate king's crown. It leads to something even more valuable than gold—the Mystic Feather, said to grant its owner the power to command the winds themselves! But the ...