Short For Children

Ever wondered how we got from nothing to something? Or thought about how we can weigh the earth? Or wanted to reach the edge of the universe? Uncover the mysteries of time, space and life on earth in this extraordinary book - a journey from the centre of the planet to the dawn of the dinosaurs and everything in between. And discover our own incredible journey, from single cell to civilisation, including the brilliant (and sometimes very bizarre) scientists who helped us find out the how and why.

Unconfirmed accounts of a group of Araluen warriors - tales of adventure, battle, and triumph over evil - have spread for centuries throughout the known world. Most notable is a clan shrouded in mystery, phantom warriors known as the Rangers. Two names pass the lips of every storyteller: Halt, and his apprentice, Will. They and their comrades in arms are said to have traveled throughout the kingdom and beyond its borders, protecting those who needed it most.

Aesop's Fables are stories based on allegories and caricatures featuring mostly animals. These stories got the collective name Aesop’s Fables from the person who collected the stories. Aesop, popularly believed to have been a Phrygian slave, collected his fables sometime around the sixth century BC. Whatever his real story may be, the fables he collected feature valuable lessons.

Funny and thoughtful animal stories that show how wit and timing can turn the odds in your favour.

Minecraft Herobrine Stories: Vol 1 features two thrilling Minecraft short stories for children.

Say goodbye to sleepless nights - these effective sleep meditation stories are the key to lulling your toddler into a deep slumber. While guided sleep meditations may be something more commonly used by adults, the method proves to be just as effective for children. If you feel like it’s impossible to get your kids to wind down and sleep through the night, guided meditation can help you contain their energy and refocus it into rest and mindfulness. If you’ve tried everything under the sun (and moon), why not give it a shot? The success might just surprise you!

The Teddy Bear is a charming and moving story that will delight both children and adults. Meet Lorena, a young girl who falls in love with a teddy bear displayed at a shop window. She dreams of giving this teddy a home, but her mother is in poor health and cannot afford to buy it for her. Every day, Lorena visits her teddy bear, gazing at him with devotion. Then, one day, she arrives at the shop only to find her teddy bear has disappeared! Oh, No!!! Lorena must do everything she can to find him…

Welcome to the Weenie Zone! A boy and his family narrowly escape a zombie apocalypse - or do they? A girl neglects her cat's litter box and finds herself in a heap of trouble. And a group of clicking, scrolling, tapping wireless weenies find themselves on the edge of disaster. Here are 33 hilarious and harrowing stories that will scare you, make you laugh, or see the world in a whole new way.

Immerse yourself in a land of bomnubbles and quarreling cousins, sea dragons and book publishers, thieves and Fangs and secret maps. Inside this book lie seven stories of the distant past, lost adventures, forgotten songs, and heartbreaking histories. The Shining Isle is restored, but Aerwiar is vast - and these authors have tales yet to tell.

God longs to connect with your child through his word. You want your kids to grow up knowing the truth about God, but don't have time. You want your kid to hear the truth about how awesome it is that God created them, and how much he loves them.

Finally get a full night’s rest - discover the new way that parents get to improve their kids’ sleep and wellbeing! While sleepless nights are a part of parenting, it doesn’t mean you have to live like that forever. If you’ve just about checked off every method on the list of things to try to get your kids to sleep (and stay asleep), guided meditation is an alternative that guides your child into a restful sleep, as well as gives them a better sense of self-awareness and elevated self-confidence!

From the phenomenal number-one best seller David Walliams comes another collection of more hilariously horrible children! Just when you thought it was safe to go back to your bookshelf, 10 more horrendously hilarious stories about the absolute worst children ever! From 10-year-old Hank and his endless pranks on his poor, long-suffering family to Tandy and her titanic tantrums, this brand-new collection is the perfect companion to World's Worst Children books 1 and 2 and an ideal gift for the worst children in your life!

Available as a value box amazon.com/dp/B073RQYPBG (copy and paste the link into your browser) American Mail order brides of the West, Historically Inspired clean and wholesome short story romance Annabel is desperate for a life of her own. Her family life is chaotic and busy, and she does not have a good relationship with her mother. When she is given the opportunity to move to San Francisco and marry Arnold Brigham, a man she has never met, she believes this could be the answer to her prayers. -Will Annabel be able to leave her best friends Louise, Sara, and Tallulah for a new life out ...

“What does ‘allegiance’ mean?” the New Teacher asked, hand over her heart. In this classic and chilling tale about an elementary school classroom in post-war occupied America, James Clavell brings to light the vulnerability of children and the power educators have to shape and change young minds. Originally written in the Cold War era, Clavell’s extraordinary and enduringly relevant allegory on the impressionability of the human mind is still read in schools around the globe today, and is a call to every person to keep questioning and keep learning.

Experience the magic of Arendelle and beyond with Anna, Elsa, and all your other favorite Frozen and Frozen 2 characters. In this audiobook, Olaf and Kristoff complete a daring rescue mission; Sven hides around the castle to avoid bath time; Elsa and Anna travel to a faraway desert kingdom; and all the friends have many, many more adventures. With one story for every day of the year, this book is perfect for bedtime, story time, or any time!

In Campfire Stories for Kids: A Scary Ghost, Witch, and Goblin Tales Collection to Tell in the Dark, the listener will find a fun collection of magical and spooky tales to delight your children. This book has something for everyone! It is perfect for long days in the house or a gentle bedtime thrill. You and your kids will both love the variety.

This enchanting collection of 25 short stories is designed to make bedtime the most magical time of the day for children ages 4-8. Each tale whisks young listeners to a world filled with wonder and adventure, where imagination knows no bounds and anything is possible. Created with love, these stories are perfect for snuggling up and sharing precious moments with your little ones before they drift off to sleep.

You never know what's out to get you. Though you might think you're safe from monsters and menaces, everyday objects can turn against you, too. A mysterious microwave. A threatening board game. A snowman that refuses to melt. Even your own heartbeat has its secrets. Thu-thump. Thu-thump. When you stop to listen, each beat sounds more menacing than the last.

"Children of the Bedtime Machine”, a story by Robert McCammon, was originally published in the 2012 anthology Shadow Show: All-New Stories in Celebration of Ray Bradbury.

A tiny matchmaker, a stubborn cowboy, and a sweet shop full of second chances... All six-year-old Daniel wants is a mama — and he’s not about to leave it up to chance. With a serious heart and a little help from the local newspaper editor, he sets out to find the perfect wife for his widowed father. And everyone in Cedar Ridge soon knows exactly who he has in mind: Miss Emily Harper, the town’s kindhearted candy maker. Emily has always dreamed of a love as sweet as the candies she crafts, but she never imagined she’d catch the attention of a rugged blacksmith — or his charming, ...