Child Reading

Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is. Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books, and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to. Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling to you and your family from beginning to end.

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya in this engaging children's adventure story that teaches valuable life lessons through exploration, friendship, and discovery! In "What Shall We Do Today? The Tide Pool Explorers," three best friends embark on an exciting beach day filled with sun safety awareness, courage-building activities, and natural science discovery. This charming 2,500-word story is perfect for young readers ages 6-9 who are building reading confidence while learning important life skills. What makes this children's book special: Promotes sun safety education: Children learn the ...

The Man Who Never Checked Out begins when fourteen-year-old Herman (Herm as he hates to be called) Krause, the son of the manager of the Quarter Deck Hotel along the shore of southern New Jersey, discovers the body of a murdered guest. He makes this discovery while with his cool-headed frenemy, Becca Collins. Herm is a part-time cleaner (never to be called a maid), and Becca is a bus person, as she insists on being called, who clears tables in the restaurant. When it becomes apparent that the violent death of a guest may jeopardize his father's job, Herman decides that he must solve the ...

History: An Encyclopedia is a way in to understanding the diversity of world history, from the African kingdoms that pre-dated colonialism and the cultures of the pre-Colombian Americas to the dynasties that have ruled China for thousands of years and the many empires that have come and gone over the centuries in Asia and Europe.

Dive into a world of fascinating facts and cool comparisons about our world, from the very bottom of the ocean - which is as deep as 29 Empire State buildings - to the planets of the solar system, and everything in between!

When Nancy is invited over to Bree's house for a special tea party, she has only one thing to say: oui! The girls enjoy a few charming cups of tea before a disaster occurs that sets the two at odds. Will Nancy and Bree be able to save their friendship.

It is no secret that the kids who study the hardest have the biggest chance of winning. I entered my first spelling bee when I was nine years old without studying a single word, and it is safe to say I didn’t make it very far. I spent the whole of the next summer studying, and that year, I came in first place in the county. Are you ready to be a champion, too?

This audiobook brings history alive, exploring major moments of the past in an unforgettable way. You will find out how the Indus Valley civilization came up with the world's first sewage system, the ideals behind the ancient Olympics Games, and what led to the Cuban Missile Crisis. Pioneering activists are also featured, such as Dr. Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela, and Rosa Parks - incredible people who bravely fought for equality in the society.

After Mason and his crew are neutralized, the Chairman retaliates by sending two teams of hitmen to capture Anna and eliminate Mason, Jackie, Phoebe, and anyone else standing in his way. The hit squads are no match for the Blazes, Anna's foster parents, and a handful of gifted town folks who come to Anna's aid. Here is what happened to one squad: Excerpt from CHAMPIONS The Suburban pulled up to the roadblock and stopped. A tall, athletic man wearing a trench coat stepped out and approached Burt and Gary. "Sorry, the road is closed from this point on. There's a gas leak that could set this ...

Use these audiobooks for independent study in homeschool, freeing you up to work with another child, do the dishes, work, or for a quiet cup of tea. Now that more schools are leaving out spelling, many are left with the inability to read well and think. It is our hope that this audiobook will help your child to not only experience more success in language arts but also in their ability to analyze and problem-solve throughout their lives, giving them a sense of confidence and independence that sloppy thinking just can’t.

Timeless Tales: Wisdom For All Ages —a heart warming collection of 80 reimagined parables for children and adults alike. Discover the Magic of Morals in Every Page! From courageous cats and wise owls to determined tortoises and curious gamers, each short story is a delightful journey filled with laughter, insight, and timeless wisdom. Perfect for bedtime listening or solo reflections, these bite-sized ancient tales spark conversations about kindness, honesty, resilience, and the power of community.

Even the youngest listeners and writers need to learn about plagiarism. Give listeners and writers the tools they need to evaluate and understand ownership of work.

Do you wish to help your child improve their grammar, vocabulary, as well as spelling skills, to help them in an upcoming spelling bee or simply help them improve their performance in language? If you’ve answered YES, You’ve Just Discovered The Perfect Spelling Bee Guide, With over 400+ Words (level 3) to Help Your Kid Master Comprehension, Writing, Spelling And Usage Of Each Word!

What Shall We Do Today? Through the Glowing Doorway Spark imagination, creativity, and problem-solving with this enchanting children's adventure perfect for ages 6-9! Journey alongside three remarkable friends—curious Imani with her mysterious glowing medallion, enthusiastic Tommy with his weathered compass, and knowledgeable Maya with her magical glasses—as they discover a Wonder Cube that transports them to a world of celebration and challenge! In this captivating 3,500-word illustrated story: Children learn about creativity, environmental care, problem-solving, and sustainability ...

Fancy Nancy thinks that everything in the sky is simply stellar, from the sun and the moon to the stars and their constellations (that's a fancy word for the shapes that stars make!). So nothing could make her happier than a special sleepover under the stars with her dad and her little sister, JoJo. Together Nancy and JoJo wish on stars, moon bathe, and even eat astronaut ice cream! But when rain clouds cover up the stars, what's a stellar stargazer to do?

What is a pronoun? Is it HER? Is it THEM? Maybe ME? Take a listen to see if it's YOU!

Learn about verbs.

Learn about nouns and proper nouns.

Learn about adverbs.

Books in the Hide and Seek series provide an entertaining introduction to some of the words that tell us where things are. This book looks at "Inside" and “Outside”.