Discovery Kids

Winner of the Caldecott Medal, this stunning audiobook depicts Louis Bleriot's historic first cross-Channel flight.

"Can one young girl's courage save a world on the brink of chaos?" When Star tumbles into a fantastical land during a family trip to a remote cabin, she's thrust into a world of magic, peculiar creatures, and a brewing conflict she never expected to face. Star has always struggled to keep her promises, but in this enchanted realm, keeping her word might mean the difference between peace and war. With the help of her brother, Ty, and an unlikely group of whimsical allies, Star embarks on a daring journey to uncover her inner strength and learn the true value of trust and courage. As tensions...

In the heart of a bustling city, Marie, an earnest dreamer, stumbles into the world of a local talent agency. What begins as a quest for recognition spirals into a whirlwind of comedic auditions, miscommunications, and unexpected adventures. Under the guidance of Evelyn, a tough yet nurturing director, and Sam, a scatter-brained casting wizard, Marie faces absurd challenges—from unconventional puppet-led auditions to double-booked performances. Rivalry with the confident Lena soon transforms into an unlikely alliance, sparking personal breakthroughs and genuine connections. Amid the chaos...

Over the centuries the West has become fascinated by the Vikings, one of the most mysterious and interesting European civilizations. In addition to being perceived as a remarkably unique culture among its European counterparts, what's known and not known about the Vikings' accomplishments has added an intriguing aura to the historical narrative. Were they fierce and fearsome warriors? Were they the first Europeans to visit North America? It seems some of the legends are true, and some are just that - legends.

Christopher Columbus (1451-1506) was an Italian explorer, navigator, and colonizer. Born in the Republic of Genoa under the auspices of the Catholic Monarchs of Spain, he completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean. Those voyages and his efforts to establish settlements on the island of Hispaniola initiated the permanent European colonization of the New World. At a time when European kingdoms were beginning to establish new trade routes and colonies, motivated by imperialism and economic competition, Columbus proposed to reach the East Indies (South and Southeast Asia) by sailing westward.