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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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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
- Unabridged
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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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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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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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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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Rescue of the Bounty (Young Readers Edition)
- Disaster and Survival in Superstorm Sandy (The True Rescue Series, Book 6)
- By: Michael J. Tougias, Douglas A. Campbell
- Narrated by: Alex Boyles
- Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins
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Book six in the True Rescue series for young listeners, this pulse-pounding account of disaster and survival at sea follows the HMS Bounty whose fateful course through Superstorm Sandy would lead to one of the most heroic Coast Guard rescue missions ever....
By: Michael J. Tougias, and others
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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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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
- Unabridged
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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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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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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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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
- Unabridged
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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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Rescue of the Bounty (Young Readers Edition)
- Disaster and Survival in Superstorm Sandy (The True Rescue Series, Book 6)
- By: Michael J. Tougias, Douglas A. Campbell
- Narrated by: Alex Boyles
- Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins
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Book six in the True Rescue series for young listeners, this pulse-pounding account of disaster and survival at sea follows the HMS Bounty whose fateful course through Superstorm Sandy would lead to one of the most heroic Coast Guard rescue missions ever....
By: Michael J. Tougias, 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
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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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Rocks and Minerals
- A Gem of a Book!
- By: Simon Basher, Dan Green
- Narrated by: L. J. Ganser
- Length: 1 hr and 17 mins
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Rocks and Minerals is an in-depth look at the ground beneath our feet....
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Using McConnell map
- By Shasta M Kearns Moore on 08-30-23
By: Simon Basher, 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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The Magic and Mystery of Trees
- By: Jen Green
- Narrated by: Rosie Jones
- Length: 1 hr and 1 min
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An extraordinary children's introduction to the world of trees above and below ground....
By: Jen Green
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She Persisted: Wangari Maathai
- By: Eucabeth Odhiambo, Chelsea Clinton
- Narrated by: Zenzi Williams, Chelsea Clinton
- Length: 48 mins
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When Wangari Maathai learned about how many trees had been cut down in Kenya, where she was from, she was horrified. So she founded the Green Belt Movement and got friends, family, and even strangers to help her plant trees and respect the environment....
By: Eucabeth Odhiambo, and others
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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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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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Amazingly Amusing A-Z Animal Facts for Kids (and Their Adults!)
- Wildlife Biology with a Humorous Twist!
- By: the Bonkers Biologist
- Narrated by: Hilary Buuck
- Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins
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There are 1.371 million animal species on Earth, each with their own quirky characteristics. Keep listening to learn some bonkers and hysterical facts about a few of them! People won't protect things they don't love. People won't love things they don't know. Here's your kid's chance....
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Very Fun
- By Tom on 05-03-22
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Epic Encounters in the Animal Kingdom (Brave Adventures Vol. 2)
- By: Coyote Peterson
- Narrated by: Sean Kenin
- Length: 4 hrs and 59 mins
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Wildlife expert and YouTube phenomenon, Coyote Peterson, is back with the sequel to the best-selling Brave Adventures: Wild Animals in a Wild World. Once again, Coyote and his crew voyage to new environments and encounter an even more eclectic ensemble of the planets' animals....
By: Coyote Peterson
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A Green Place to Be
- The Creation of Central Park
- By: Ashley Benham Yazdani
- Narrated by: John Pruden
- Length: 23 mins
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In 1858, New York City was growing so fast that new roads and tall buildings threatened to swallow up the remaining open space. The people needed a green place to be - a park with ponds to row on and paths for wandering through trees and over bridges....
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Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
- By: Stacy McAnulty
- Narrated by: Samantha Turret
- Length: 15 mins
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Meet Earth. Planet Awesome! And your awesome home! Actually, Earth is home to all the plants and all the animals in the solar system, including nearly eight billion people. Humans have accidentally moved Earth's climate change into the fast lane....
By: Stacy McAnulty
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Living Fossils
- Survivors from Earth's Distant Past
- By: Rebecca E. Hirsch
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
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Author Rebecca E. Hirsch introduces listeners to six living fossils, including the chambered nautilus, the horseshoe crab with its sticky blue blood, and venomous platypuses that sting....
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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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Ocean! Waves for All
- Our Universe, Book 4
- By: Stacy McAnulty, David Litchfield
- Narrated by: Marc Thompson
- Length: 15 mins
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With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Ocean in this next "autobiography" in the Our Universe series....
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Great
- By DPHF on 07-17-20
By: Stacy McAnulty, and others
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How to Change Everything
- The Young Human's Guide to Protecting the Planet and Each Other
- By: Naomi Klein, Rebecca Stefoff - contributor
- Narrated by: Katie Ryerson
- Length: 6 hrs and 13 mins
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An empowering, engaging guide for young learners to understanding and battling climate change from the expert and best-selling author of This Changes Everything and On Fire, Naomi Klein....
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quite good!
- By Kojo C. on 09-29-21
By: Naomi Klein, 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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The Botany of Desire Young Readers Edition
- Our Surprising Relationship with Plants
- By: Michael Pollan
- Narrated by: Sean Patrick Hopkins
- Length: 5 hrs and 40 mins
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By the bestselling author of The Omnivore's Dilemma, this is Michael Pollan's ingenious companion book about the surprising and close relationship between people and plants....
By: Michael Pollan
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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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Pando
- A Living Wonder of Trees
- By: Kate Allen Fox
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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Pando is an inspiring tribute to a Utah grove of quaking Aspen trees connected by their roots to form one of the world's oldest and largest living things.
By: Kate Allen Fox
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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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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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We Are the Gardeners
- By: Joanna Gaines
- Narrated by: Crew Gaines, Duke Gaines, Drake Gaines, and others
- Length: 9 mins
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Joanna and the kids chronicle the adventures of starting their own family garden. From failed endeavors, obstacles, and lessons learned, the Gaines family shares how they grew a happy, successful garden. As it turns out, trying something new isn’t always easy....
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Short n Sweet!
- By K. Jones on 08-22-20
By: Joanna Gaines
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Nerdy Babies: Ocean
- By: Emmy Kastner
- Narrated by: Isabella Star LaBlanc, Levon Oldfield, Robin Edelson
- Length: 5 mins
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In Nerdy Babies: Ocean, follow our intrepid infants into the watery depths. Check out animals, plants, and fish that live in the ocean. Plus, learn about the unique ecosystem in this simple text written in question-and-answer format....
By: Emmy Kastner
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Nerdy Babies: Rain Forests
- Nerdy Babies
- By: Emmy Kastner
- Narrated by: Isabella Star LaBlanc, Levon Oldfield, Robin Edelson, and others
- Length: 6 mins
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In this simple question-and-answer audio program with immersive sound design, follow our intrepid babies on an adventure into the depths of the rain forest. Take a peek into the dense foliage and uncover the millions of plants and animals that live inside....
By: Emmy Kastner
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Insects
- A Compare and Contrast Book
- By: Aszya Summers
- Narrated by: Tyler Meloy
- Length: 5 mins
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Cuddly but Deadly Animals
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
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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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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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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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Tornadoes
- Wild Earth Science
- By: Jaclyn Jaycox
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 8 mins
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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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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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Lion vs. Hyena
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 14 mins
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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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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.
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Jaguar vs. Crocodile
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
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The dark floor and muddy rivers of the rain forest are perfect for hunting, and the jaguar and crocodile both stalk their prey with ease. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the jaguar's speed give it an edge? Or does the crocodile's strength make it superior? Compare and contrast each animal’s features and skills before you declare the winning predator.
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Animal Extinction Emergency
- Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists
- By: Emily Sohn
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 18 mins
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Countless animals around the world are in danger of dying out! But why are species going extinct, and what happens when we lose them? 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 urgent issue into an exciting, fact-filled adventure so young listeners can learn about the causes and effects of animal extinction and endangerment and discover steps we can all take to save Earth’s wildlife.
By: Emily Sohn
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Silent but Deadly Plants
- Killer Nature
- By: Charles C. Hofer
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 16 mins
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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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Polar Bear vs. Orca
- Predator vs. Predator
- By: Lisa M. Bolt Simons
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 15 mins
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The icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear’s patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or does the orca’s ability to work in a pod give it the edge?