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Bestsellers
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Lost on a Mountain in Maine
- By: Donn Fendler, Joseph Egan
- Narrated by: Jacob McNatt, James Fouhey
- Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
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Based on the true account of a boy's harrowing journey through the vast wilderness of the Katahdin Mountains, Lost on a Mountain in Maine is a gripping survival story for all ages....
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Loved it!
- By chaser on 02-03-22
By: Donn Fendler, and others
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Who Is Jane Goodall?
- Who Was...?
- By: Roberta Edwards
- Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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A life in the wild! Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age 26, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them....
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It was so good it made me smile
- By Amazon Customer on 11-14-23
By: Roberta Edwards
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My Best Friend Is a Dolphin!
- And More True Dolphin Stories
- By: Moira Rose Donohue
- Narrated by: Rachel Music
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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This chapter book is sure to make a splash! Find fun, funny, and true stories of heroic and talented dolphins and amazing dolphin friendships. It's perfect for budding bookworms and animal lovers alike....
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Into the Blizzard
- Heroism at Sea During the Great Blizzard of 1978
- By: Michael J. Tougias
- Narrated by: Shawn Compton
- Length: 6 hrs and 1 min
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In the midst of the Blizzard of 1978, the tanker Global Hope floundered on the shoals in Salem Sound off the Massachusetts coast. When the Coast Guard heard the Mayday calls, they immediately dispatched a patrol rescue boat....
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Remembering the Blizzard of 78
- By Elizabeth B. on 12-07-22
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What Was the Children's Blizzard of 1888?
- What Was?
- By: Steve Korté, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Cynthia Farrell
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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Learn about the deadly and unexpected blizzard that slammed the Midwestern United States in 1888 and doomed many young lives in this addition to the New York Times Bestselling What Was? series....
By: Steve Korté, and others
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Tornadoes
- The Natural Disasters Series
- By: Anne Schraff
- Narrated by: The Staff at High Noon Books
- Length: 43 mins
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Tornadoes tear through the land, skipping over one street and devastating the next....
By: Anne Schraff
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Lost on a Mountain in Maine
- By: Donn Fendler, Joseph Egan
- Narrated by: Jacob McNatt, James Fouhey
- Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins
- Unabridged
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Based on the true account of a boy's harrowing journey through the vast wilderness of the Katahdin Mountains, Lost on a Mountain in Maine is a gripping survival story for all ages....
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Loved it!
- By chaser on 02-03-22
By: Donn Fendler, and others
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Who Is Jane Goodall?
- Who Was...?
- By: Roberta Edwards
- Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
- Length: 1 hr and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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A life in the wild! Jane Goodall, born in London, England, always loved animals and wanted to study them in their natural habitats. So at age 26, off she went to Africa! Goodall's up-close observations of chimpanzees changed what we know about them....
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It was so good it made me smile
- By Amazon Customer on 11-14-23
By: Roberta Edwards
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My Best Friend Is a Dolphin!
- And More True Dolphin Stories
- By: Moira Rose Donohue
- Narrated by: Rachel Music
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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This chapter book is sure to make a splash! Find fun, funny, and true stories of heroic and talented dolphins and amazing dolphin friendships. It's perfect for budding bookworms and animal lovers alike....
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Into the Blizzard
- Heroism at Sea During the Great Blizzard of 1978
- By: Michael J. Tougias
- Narrated by: Shawn Compton
- Length: 6 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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In the midst of the Blizzard of 1978, the tanker Global Hope floundered on the shoals in Salem Sound off the Massachusetts coast. When the Coast Guard heard the Mayday calls, they immediately dispatched a patrol rescue boat....
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Remembering the Blizzard of 78
- By Elizabeth B. on 12-07-22
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What Was the Children's Blizzard of 1888?
- What Was?
- By: Steve Korté, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Cynthia Farrell
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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Learn about the deadly and unexpected blizzard that slammed the Midwestern United States in 1888 and doomed many young lives in this addition to the New York Times Bestselling What Was? series....
By: Steve Korté, and others
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Tornadoes
- The Natural Disasters Series
- By: Anne Schraff
- Narrated by: The Staff at High Noon Books
- Length: 43 mins
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Tornadoes tear through the land, skipping over one street and devastating the next....
By: Anne Schraff
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A Storm Too Soon (Young Readers Edition)
- A Remarkable True Survival Story in 80-Foot Seas (The True Rescue Series, Book 2)
- By: Michael J. Tougias
- Narrated by: Alex Boyles
- Length: 5 hrs and 1 min
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When a forty-seven-foot sailboat disappears in the Gulf Stream in the throes of a disastrous storm, it leaves behind three weary passengers struggling to stay alive....
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Excellent heroic true story, no fluff.
- By Matthew J. Cline on 04-12-23
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The Wolves and Moose of Isle Royale
- Restoring an Island Ecosystem (Scientists in the Field)
- By: Nancy F. Castaldo
- Narrated by: Mikhaila Aaseng
- Length: 1 hr and 47 mins
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On Isle Royale, a unique national park more than fifty miles from the Michigan shore and about fifteen miles from Minnesota, a thrilling drama is unfolding between wolves and moose, the island’s ultimate predator and prey....
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Rising Water
- The Story of the Thai Cave Rescue
- By: Marc Aronson
- Narrated by: Vikas Adam
- Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins
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This is the incredible true story of the 12 boys trapped with their coach in a flooded cave in Thailand and their inspiring rescue. Award-winning author Marc Aronson brings us the backstory behind how this astounding rescue took place....
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Surviving the Impossible
- By Peakbagger on 02-01-20
By: Marc Aronson
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Where Is the Bermuda Triangle?
- By: Megan Stine, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Lisa Larsen
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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Even before it was named, the Bermuda Triangle - roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico - had gained a mythic reputation....
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The end is the truth
- By Aloha77 on 03-07-24
By: Megan Stine, and others
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Natural Wonders of the World
- Ladybird Audio Adventures
- By: Ladybird
- Narrated by: Ben Bailey-Smith
- Length: 1 hr and 2 mins
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On this adventure, we're going to travel all around the globe and learn more about the seven natural wonders of the world....
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5 yr old approved!
- By Sarah on 11-18-23
By: Ladybird
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The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition)
- The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue (The True Rescue Series, Book 1)
- By: Michael J. Tougias, Casey Sherman
- Narrated by: Alex Boyles
- Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
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On the night of February 18, 1952, during one of the worst winter storms that New England has ever seen, two oil tankers just off the shore of Cape Cod were torn in half by the force of the storm....
By: Michael J. Tougias, and others
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Triceratops
- By: Ben Garrod, Scott Hartman - illustrator, Gabriel Ugueto - illustrator, and others
- Narrated by: Ben Garrod
- Length: 1 hr and 16 mins
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Pop a dinosaur in your pocket....
By: Ben Garrod, and others
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Rose to the Occasion: An Easy-Growing Guide to Rose Gardening
- Easy-Growing Gardening Series, Book 2
- By: Melinda R. Cordell
- Narrated by: Terah Tucker
- Length: 3 hrs and 13 mins
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The rose is the Queen of Flowers. Roses are beautiful, fragrant, and elegant - and they require all the pampering of a real queen, don't they? Actually, they don't! Rose gardening can be easy....
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Wonderful
- By Booklover127 on 11-27-22
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10-Minute Upcycled Projects
- 10-Minute Makers
- By: Tammy Enz
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 22 mins
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Looking for clever ideas to reuse and recycle the materials in your makerspace? You're in luck!
By: Tammy Enz
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Gardening for Kids
- Learn Gardening Basics, Grow, Harvest, and Enjoy Your Gardening
- By: Daphne M. Cooper
- Narrated by: Lauren Garvin
- Length: 1 hr and 59 mins
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Gardening is an engaging way to spend more time with your kids at home while they acquire useful skills and at the same time enjoy nature. The step-by-step guide in this book is so easy to follow that you would find it helpful even if you have never tried to grow any food before....
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Engaging & grounding for kiddos
- By Yas on 03-05-23
By: Daphne M. Cooper
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The Great Fire
- By: Jim Murphy
- Narrated by: Taylor Mali
- Length: 2 hrs and 31 mins
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The Great Fire of 1871 was one of the most colossal disasters in American history - with damage so profound that few people believed the city could ever rise again....
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Wow. I didn't know that!
- By DonnaMarie113 on 02-17-22
By: Jim Murphy
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Zane and the Hurricane
- A Story of Katrina
- By: Rodman Philbrick
- Narrated by: Jerry Dixon
- Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
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Rodman Philbrick presents a gripping yet poignant novel about a 12-year-old boy and his dog who become trapped in New Orleans during the horrors of Hurricane Katrina....
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Fourth Grade Student Learns Empathy Using "History"
- By Debora from Oakland on 11-13-17
By: Rodman Philbrick
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Nature's Best Hope (Young Readers' Edition)
- How You Can Save the World in Your Own Yard
- By: Douglas W. Tallamy, Sarah L. Thomson - adapter
- Narrated by: Adam Barr
- Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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This middle grade adaptation of Doug Tallamy's Nature's Best Hope is an essential introduction to conservation, ecology, biodiversity, and the impact of native plants....
By: Douglas W. Tallamy, and others
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The Code Breaker—Young Readers Edition
- Jennifer Doudna and the Race to Understand Our Genetic Code
- By: Walter Isaacson
- Narrated by: Kathe Mazur
- Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Walter Isaacson’s #1 New York Times bestselling history of our third scientific revolution: CRISPR, gene editing, and the quest to understand the code of life itself, is now adapted for young listeners....
By: Walter Isaacson
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Rhinos in Nebraska
- The Amazing Discovery of the Ashfall Fossil Beds
- By: Alison Pearce Stevens
- Narrated by: Mark Sanderlin
- Length: 1 hr and 57 mins
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Rhinos in Nebraska tells the story of the Ashfall Fossil Beds, where more than 200 perfectly preserved fossils have been found....
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Quick overview of Ashfall Fossil Beds
- By Tess_W on 02-28-24
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Can You Hear the Trees Talking?
- Discovering the Hidden Life of the Forest
- By: Peter Wohlleben
- Narrated by: Blair Stainton
- Length: 3 hrs and 24 mins
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Discover the secret life of trees with this nature and science book for kids: Can You Hear the Trees Talking? shares the mysteries and magic of the forest with young listeners, revealing what trees feel, how they communicate, and the ways trees take care of their families....
By: Peter Wohlleben
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Indigenous Ingenuity
- A Celebration of Traditional North American Knowledge
- By: Deidre Havrelock, Edward Kay
- Narrated by: Erin Tripp
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
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This beautifully designed, interactive nonfiction work celebrates North American Indigenous thinkers and inventions—perfect for fans of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer....
By: Deidre Havrelock, and others
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Plants Can't Sit Still
- By: Rebecca E. Hirsch
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 4 mins
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Plants might not pick up their roots and walk away, but they definitely don't sit still! Discover the many ways plants (and their seeds) move. Whether it's a sunflower, a Venus flytrap, or an exotic plant like an exploding cucumber, this book shows just how active plants really are....
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3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults
- Animal Trivia, Book 2
- By: Shmuel Cohen
- Narrated by: Logan Phillipi
- Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins
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Explore the untamed realm of fauna unlike anything you've ever seen with "3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults: The Next Volume of Awesome Trivia."
By: Shmuel Cohen
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What Was the Great Molasses Flood of 1919?
- What Was?
- By: Kirsten Anderson, Who HQ
- Narrated by: Allison Strong
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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An unusually warm winter day resulted in 2.3 million gallons of molasses flooding the North End neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. The disaster killed twenty-one people and injured 150 others....
By: Kirsten Anderson, and others
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Investigating the Water Cycle
- By: Candice Ransom
- Narrated by: Intuitive
- Length: 12 mins
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Water is essential to life on our planet. Water is constantly moving between Earth's surface, the air, and the ground. But did you know that water cannot be created or destroyed? Or that water is not only a liquid but also a solid and a gas? Learn about the water cycle....
By: Candice Ransom
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Investing for Kids + Gardening for Kids
- 2 in 1 Kid's Training Value Pack: The No. 1 Kid's Pack to Learn How to Earn, Save, Invest, Grow Money, and Learn All About Gardening
- By: Daphne M. Cooper
- Narrated by: Lauren Garvin
- Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins
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Do you have an adventurous and ambitious kid, and you are wondering how to keep him engaged? The step-by-step guide in this book is so easy to follow that you will have success with it even if you know nothing about gardening or if you have never tried to earn and invest before....
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Grateful to children in learning!
- By Grace on 02-01-23
By: Daphne M. Cooper
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Cuentos para niños y niñas que quieren salvar el mundo [Stories for Boys and Girls Who Want to Save the World]
- By: Carola Benedetto, Luciana Ciliento
- Narrated by: Elena Silva, Tamara Norniella, Rodri Martín, and others
- Length: 4 hrs and 29 mins
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Nunca se es demasiado jóven para salvar el mundo. Este es el mensaje que transmiten los 16 cuentos de este libro. 16 vidas extraordinarias de personas que luchan cada día por salvar el medio ambiente. 16 historias para los pequeños heroes que salvarán nuestro planeta....
By: Carola Benedetto, and others
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This Very Tree
- A Story of 9/11, Resilience, and Regrowth
- By: Sean Rubin
- Narrated by: Jennifer Ceci
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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A deeply moving story about community and resilience, from the point of view of the Callery pear tree that survived the attacks on September 11, from Eisner Award-nominated author-illustrator Sean Rubin....
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Beautiful telling
- By radiogirl85 on 09-02-23
By: Sean Rubin
New releases
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Fighting to Survive Underground
- Terrifying True Stories (Fighting to Survive)
- By: Nancy Dickmann
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
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Whether it's being lost in a cave or caught in a collapsed mine, being trapped underground can be terrifying. You may be cold, wet, hungry, and stuck in absolute darkness. Even worse is not knowing if anyone will ever find you. Find out how people survived their ordeal in these true stories of those who were trapped underground in this book from the Fighting to Survive series.
By: Nancy Dickmann
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Insects
- A Compare and Contrast Book
- By: Aszya Summers
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that there are more insects than any other group of animals? The diversity of insects is staggering. What do ants have in common with bees? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How are ladybugs and weevils related? Some insects have a set of wings, some have two, but others might not have any. Some insects have a hard outer shell (exoskeleton). Learn how insects are alike and how they are different in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series.
By: Aszya Summers
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What's Inside?
- Animal Anatomy & Adaptations
- By: Mary Holland
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 7 mins
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Have you ever wondered what’s inside that “thing” on the plant? What about what lives in the hole in the tree or what lives inside that “pile of leaves or sticks?” Explore and learn what some of these natural history objects are in this latest book by Nature Photographer and Naturalist Mary Holland.
By: Mary Holland
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Ocean Plastics Problem
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
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Plastic is everywhere...even in our oceans! But how did it get there, and why does it matter? Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using their superpowers and super-smarts, the team will break down this complex environmental issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure so young listeners can learn about the causes and effects of plastic pollution and discover steps we can all take to clean up Earth's waters.
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Animals Hidden in the Forest
- Animals Undercover
- By: Jessica Rusick
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Some forest creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. Some forest animals blend in with leaves, moss, and more. Others hide beneath rocks or in logs. Learn more about creatures that hide in the forest!
By: Jessica Rusick
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Understanding Weather
- Discover Meteorology
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Weather includes all the conditions in the air around us. Snow, rain, sleet, and hail are all forms of weather. So is the temperature of the air and the amount of moisture in it. Learn all about weather, including how and why it changes from place to place and time to time.
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Fighting to Survive Underground
- Terrifying True Stories (Fighting to Survive)
- By: Nancy Dickmann
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 1 hr and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Whether it's being lost in a cave or caught in a collapsed mine, being trapped underground can be terrifying. You may be cold, wet, hungry, and stuck in absolute darkness. Even worse is not knowing if anyone will ever find you. Find out how people survived their ordeal in these true stories of those who were trapped underground in this book from the Fighting to Survive series.
By: Nancy Dickmann
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Insects
- A Compare and Contrast Book
- By: Aszya Summers
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Did you know that there are more insects than any other group of animals? The diversity of insects is staggering. What do ants have in common with bees? What’s the difference between a butterfly and a moth? How are ladybugs and weevils related? Some insects have a set of wings, some have two, but others might not have any. Some insects have a hard outer shell (exoskeleton). Learn how insects are alike and how they are different in this latest addition to the Compare and Contrast Series.
By: Aszya Summers
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What's Inside?
- Animal Anatomy & Adaptations
- By: Mary Holland
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 7 mins
- Unabridged
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Have you ever wondered what’s inside that “thing” on the plant? What about what lives in the hole in the tree or what lives inside that “pile of leaves or sticks?” Explore and learn what some of these natural history objects are in this latest book by Nature Photographer and Naturalist Mary Holland.
By: Mary Holland
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Ocean Plastics Problem
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Elizabeth Pagel-Hogan
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Plastic is everywhere...even in our oceans! But how did it get there, and why does it matter? Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using their superpowers and super-smarts, the team will break down this complex environmental issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure so young listeners can learn about the causes and effects of plastic pollution and discover steps we can all take to clean up Earth's waters.
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Animals Hidden in the Forest
- Animals Undercover
- By: Jessica Rusick
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Some forest creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. Some forest animals blend in with leaves, moss, and more. Others hide beneath rocks or in logs. Learn more about creatures that hide in the forest!
By: Jessica Rusick
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Understanding Weather
- Discover Meteorology
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 9 mins
- Unabridged
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Weather includes all the conditions in the air around us. Snow, rain, sleet, and hail are all forms of weather. So is the temperature of the air and the amount of moisture in it. Learn all about weather, including how and why it changes from place to place and time to time.
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3,000 Animal Fun Facts for Kids and Their Adults
- Animal Trivia, Book 2
- By: Shmuel Cohen
- Narrated by: Logan Phillipi
- Length: 14 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged
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Your journey to learning the most astounding and little-known animal world truths begins with this engrossing book. Each chapter is jam-packed with facts that will astound listeners of all ages, from the majestic giants that rule the planet and the seas to the enigmatic nocturnal creatures that prowl the night. Discover the creative ways that animals interact, adapt, and flourish in a variety of environments, where every discovery is an exciting journey.
By: Shmuel Cohen
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Amazing Animal Trivia for Curious Kids
- By: Foster Brown
- Narrated by: Kyle Nelson
- Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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Welcome to the wild and wonderful world of animals! "Amazing Animal Trivia for Curious Kids" is a fruitful and engaging trivia book designed especially for curious kids who love learning about the fascinating creatures that inhabit our planet. From the towering giants of the savanna to the tiniest insects in our gardens, this book is packed with fun facts, and exciting quizzes that will spark your child's imagination and deepen their appreciation for the animal kingdom.
By: Foster Brown
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Mary Anning Breaks New Ground: Courageous Kid of Paleontology
- Courageous Kids
- By: Carol Kim
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 23 mins
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In 1811, while exploring the cliffs near Lyme Regis, England, 12-year-old Mary Anning made the find of a lifetime. There in the rocks was the skeleton of a strange creature. Mary's find was later named Ichthyosaurus, a reptile that lived more than 250 million years ago. Anning went on to have a long career finding and identifying dinosaur fossils. However, her work often went unrecognized by male scientists of the time, and she received little credit until long after her death. Learn about Mary Anning's perseverance and her important discoveries in paleontology.
By: Carol Kim
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Tornadoes
- Wild Earth Science
- By: Jaclyn Jaycox
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Funnel cloud. Sirens sound. Take shelter! Tornadoes are a force of nature that can quickly spin across the land. Their powerful winds can cause lots of damage. But you can be prepared! Learn about tornadoes, pay attention to warnings, and stay safe.
By: Jaclyn Jaycox
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Cuddly but Deadly Animals
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
- Unabridged
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The world is full of furry, cuddly-looking animals. They often seem harmless at first glance. But don’t try to snuggle with these fuzzy creatures. Many of them can be very dangerous. Some have razor-sharp claws and teeth. Others are incredibly strong. Still others are poisonous or carry deadly diseases. Prepare to meet some of the world’s cuddliest killers.
By: Charles C. Hofer
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Lion vs. Hyena
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 14 mins
- Unabridged
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The massive grassy African savanna is filled with the hunting activity of predators and their prey. The stamina of the hyena allows the animal to hunt its prey until it is too tired to fight. The lion’s strength makes its attacks swift and severe. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.
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Silent but Deadly Plants
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Go for a hike in the woods and you’re sure to see a wide range of plants. Many colorful flowers and fruits seem perfectly harmless. But don’t be fooled by these beautiful plants. Some plants eat bugs, and some are poisonous, deadly enough to sicken or even kill a person!
By: Charles C. Hofer
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Understanding Climate
- Discover Meteorology
- By: Megan Cooley Peterson
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 10 mins
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Some climates are dry and some are wet. Some are cold and some are warm. But those words can describe weather too. Learn the difference between weather and climate. Find out how landforms and location can influence weather patterns.
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What Do Animals Need to Survive?
- Science Inquiry
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Animals are living things. They need certain things to grow and live. What are they? Let’s investigate what animals need to survive!
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Global Water Crisis: A Max Axiom Super Scientist Adventure
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Myra Faye Turner
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 18 mins
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More than 70 percent of Earth is covered in water. Yet only about 3 percent of it is freshwater that people can use. Every year, parts of the world suffer through severe droughts, and millions of people don’t have easy access to clean drinking water. Why is there a shortage of clean and healthy water? Max Axion and the Society of Super Scientists travel around the world to learn the reasons behind the global water crisis. Young listeners can tag along to discover what causes water scarcity and find out ways they can help preserve this precious resource.
By: Myra Faye Turner
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Adorable but Deadly Creatures
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
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With big eyes and ears and colorful bodies, a lot of creatures in nature look very cute. But don’t be fooled by their adorable appearance. When provoked, these animals can easily injure or kill a person. Their defense mechanisms like poison and sharp teeth and claws can turn them from darling to deadly. Get ready to discover some of the world’s cutest killers.
By: Charles C. Hofer
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Wolf vs. Golden Eagle
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
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The mountain habitat provides shelter and water for cunning predators, and the wolf and the golden eagle thrive there. The wolf can travel 50 miles a day to find prey. The striking force of a golden eagle’s talons can be compared to that of a bullet. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.