Short For Kids

For some reason, Jeff Whitmore has decided to make Jacob’s junior year of high school a living hell. The bullying has gotten so bad that Jacob considers changing schools. That is, until a Spellbook shows up in his backpack one afternoon. Inside Jacob finds a spell for help dealing with an enemy. After seeing how simple it is to cast, he grabs a few household items and performs the ritual. Problem is, the spell does not work out the way Jacob planned, because somehow he's summoned an evil entity that looks just like him, Jeff is dead, and he can’t figure out what went wrong. Now he's ...

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 ...

The first installment of the Russian Collection for Kids series includes stories of strange creatures and fascinating journeys through unlikely places. Volume two invites its young listeners to visit with all sorts of animals and to explore different professions.

Sara Branmore invites you to join the exciting world of "The Adventures of Winston and Big-Bo." It all began when Sara's father purchased a pottery pug dog named Winston at a shopping mall. Her father would carry Winston around and bark like a dog, surprising and amusing onlookers, while Sara's mother simply rolled her eyes. After her parents passed away, Sara inherited Winston and her late dog's pink fuzzy toy. She placed the two on the old dog bed and began pretending they were alive, engaging in lively conversations and commenting on the world around them. Thus, "The Adventures of ...

Sara Branmore invites you to join the exciting world of "The Adventures of Winston and Big-Bo." It all began when Sara's father purchased a pottery pug dog named Winston at a shopping mall. Her father would carry Winston around and bark like a dog, surprising and amusing onlookers, while Sara's mother simply rolled her eyes. After her parents passed away, Sara inherited Winston and her late dog's pink fuzzy toy. She placed the two on the old dog bed and began pretending they were alive, engaging in lively conversations and commenting on the world around them. Thus, "The Adventures of ...

Follow the adventures of Peanut the Elephant and her friends at the zoo! Peanut is a very happy elephant and she has lots of playful and adorable friends.

Leger's lifestyle has finally caught up with him and he is now living in hiding in the highlands with Annabella and Nicole. Life in the wilderness has many benefits but Leger finds it difficult to adjust to his new, temporary home and gets lost one evening. When he is rescued by a kindly American lady and her son and returned home by them, he is filled with gratitude. The visiting Americans invite their new Scottish friends for Thanksgiving dinner the following day, but Annabella has a bad feeling about this woman. Leger decides to throw himself into the celebrations until he accidentally ...

Malky Maguire is dead. The news has shocked the neighbourhood, but with so many dirty deeds recently, nobody is in the mood to mourn the local gangster and former cat lover. Leger sees it as his duty to solve the case, despite having no enthusiasm for it. With the help of his father, Ragnar, who has come to visit Maxine, Leger starts piecing together little bits of information that have been collected by Lily, Sparkle and Ragnar. Can Leger focus on the case while he is still mourning the death of one of those closest to him? Can he stop rejecting Ragnar and get over his fear of losing his ...

A wedding is due to take place but the freshly decorated venue has been sabotaged. Leger sets out to catch the vandal and reconnect with the sisters he hasn't seen since kittenhood. But they have a secret and despite Amber's attempts to protect him from the truth, it seems he is going to find out that family is about more than blood.

In Leger's latest mystery, Irenie, who claims to be a psychic with the ability to read tea leaves and tarot cards visits the hotel with a warning for Annabella. Leger is not to be trusted! Leger then has a nightmare about Annabella where he is to blame for her untimely death and begins to wonder if perhaps he really is bad luck. However Lily is concerned by the psychic's behaviour and after some digging, she uncovers a startling truth about her. Can Lily reveal Irenie's true intentions before it's too late?

Happy Thanksgiving! Your child will enjoy this cute Thanksgiving audiobook full of fun stories. This is an excellent listen for early and beginning listeners. Learn values and morals from these cute stories. What are you thankful for?

Does your child often have trouble falling asleep at night? Are you looking for a solution to help them rest easy? More than ever, during these challenging times on the planet, meditation is an essential skill. Teaching your child to practice mindfulness meditation from a young age helps them grow into more present, compassionate, kind, and calm human beings.

Taylor Watson’s life is like most teenagers in their senior year of high school. Studying for tests, going to band practice, hanging out with friends, and dealing with an overbearing mom, are just a few of the things on her to-do list. And now with the softball coach pressuring her to join the team, how is she supposed to find enough time in the day for everything? When Taylor finds a lost book of spells on the school bus one afternoon, she discovers a spell for more time and figures what’s the worst that can happen. Taylor soon wishes she had left the book where she found it, because ...

Hey there, weary parents and little dreamers alike! Are you ready to embark on a magical journey to the land of nod? Picture this: cozy blankets, twinkling stars, and the soft sound of storytelling drifting through the air. That's exactly what awaits you in our captivating collection of bedtime tales.

Nate the Great needs your help. Annie's dog, Fang, is missing! That's what Nate discovers when his friends throw him a surprise Happy Detective Day party. Where is Fang? As you and Nate track down clues - Fang was learning tricks for the party; he was seen running away from two tiny poodles and following a lady wearing fluffy-bunny shoes - Nate will share his expert detective skills with you so you can sharpen your sleuthing talents.

What readers are saying... "I love this author and her books. Excellent writing and character development. You feel as though you know the characters." Amazon reviewer A preacher was not on her radar… Raised by a preacher who cared more about his flock than his family, Lisa Garcia isn’t interested in betting her heart against the ministry a second time. Transplanted from Los Angeles, Lisa is struggling with life in tiny Harrison, Texas. She’s looking for direction. She’s looking for purpose. She was not looking to be attracted to the handsome youth pastor from the neighboring town. ...

Returning to Glasgow after a brief spell in his new island home has left Leger feeling homesick and heartbroken. His son and daughter have grown up without him, his beloved Ginger has found a new tom and a thief is running amok in the area while his former sidekick, Amber, is uninterested in catching the culprit. On the plus side, the extra pounds he gained during his brief retirement have done nothing to ruin his appeal with the local mollies. Leger faces uneasy choices. Should he help Amber collect clues and point her in the right direction? How can he win back Ginger? Did he make the ...

Being a dad doesn’t come with a manual—but it can come with meaningful conversations. In Dad Talk: 10 Conversations That Matter, Nathan Cole offers a simple, heartwarming guide for busy dads who want to build strong, confident, and emotionally healthy kids—one daily conversation at a time. In just 20 minutes, you’ll discover how to: Express love in ways your child never forgets Ask the right questions to build trust and openness Teach values that stick Handle feelings, solve problems, and celebrate wins together Each short chapter gives practical tips and real-life examples for ...

It's almost Halloween and the neighbourhood's residents are ready to enjoy a party. After all, it's been a difficult year for everyone and they need something to cheer them up. But in the run up to October 31st, lock down restrictions are tightened once again in Glasgow and an outdoor party with mandatory masks is their only option. Leger is initially excited about the prospect of a party in the car park, with animals and humans celebrating together for once. That is until some unexpected visitors show up, the party food goes missing and Maxine is discovered to be crying beneath her mask ...

Nate the Great and his trusty dog, Sludge, have a tricky case to solve. Nate's friend Rosamond has started a fortune-telling business, but her money box is missing. Sludge and Nate visit Claude, who helped Rosamond set up her business, and Finley, who collects boxes for his rat. They can't seem to help! It looks like the only way to clean up this case is to get down and dirty in the dumps!