Editora: Cheapest Books
Once upon a time, there was a little girl named Maria. She was about to start her first day of school. Maria felt nervous and scared because she didn't know what to expect.
“We’re off to see the Wizard! The wonderful Wizard of Oz!” Rediscover L. Frank Baum's timeless children’s classic that has charmed readers for generations. Readers of all ages will follow the Yellow Brick Road in this unforgettable and colorful journey that takes us from Dorothy’s gray Kansas home into the blue Munchkin land; from the sparkling bejeweled Emerald City to the dark, foreboding forest; and finally, to the ruby-red throne room of Glinda the Good Witch. Join the found family of Dorothy and Toto, Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion, and the Tin Woodman as they journey through the wonderful land of Oz. This audio edition of The Wizard of Oz:Features a child-friendly retelling that remains faithful to L. Frank Baum's original textHas a gorgeous cover illustration by renowned artist Charles Santore, the critically-acclaimed illustrator of multiple classic tales, including The Night Before Christmas, The Velveteen Rabbit, The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit, and Aesop's FablesIs a wonderful listen for car rides, planes, bedtime, and all travel and commutes Charles Santore’s works have been widely exhibited in museums and celebrated with recognitions such as the prestigious Hamilton King Award, the Society of Illustrators Award of Excellence, and the Original Art 2000 Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is best known for his luminous interpretations of classic children’s stories, including The Little Mermaid, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, and Snow White. Don't miss out on completing a wickedly magical story telling experience with Charles Santore's illustrated version of The Wizard of Oz!Ver livro
A collection of five bite-size myths from across the globe, Beasts and Monsters by bestselling author Anthony Horowitz tells the thrilling tales of some of the most terrifying beasts from the world of legend.Part of the Legends series of six books, Beasts and Monsters features the stories of fearless heroes and monstrous beasts, including Saint George and the Dragon and Perseus and the gruesome snake-headed gorgon Medusa, all read by actor John Sessions.Featuring black and white illustrations, the Legends series by Anthony Horowitz, the author of the phenomenally successful Alex Rider series, brings classic stories to life with thrilling imagination.Ver livro
A.A. Milne, the beloved author of the Winnie-the-Pooh series, followed up his success with the first two Pooh books - "When We Were Very Young" and "Winnie-the-Pooh" - with this collection of poems for young readers that has become a classic in children's literature. The book features Christopher Robin and Pooh Bear (of course) but also a wide range of characters throughout the thirty-plus poems collected in this volume. "Now We Are Six" includes poems like "King John's Christmas" where the "bad" King John wishes for a rubber ball in his holiday stocking, "In the Dark," where Christopher Robin - tucked into bed- dreams of late-night adventures as he falls asleep and "Binker," wherein a lonely young boy celebrates his imaginary friend. A poetry collection for young readers that is without peer, "Now We Are Six" is presented here in its original and unabridged format.Ver livro
It’s Robin’s eighth birthday and it seems like everyone has forgotten—until a thundery figure bursts through the door. It’s the Cat-Headed Wanderer, who hasn’t been seen since their mom and uncle were children! The night is transformed as Robin is whisked away to an otherworldly party in a treehouse full of song, dance, and newfound friends. But as the evening draws to a close, Robin must learn to bridge the gap between their two very different worlds. Here’s a spellbinding story about discovering yourself through the joy of community and the memory of loved ones lost along the way.Ver livro
Lost Sci-Fi Books 41 thru 45 - Five Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1940s, 50s and 60sFoster You’re Dead by Philip K. Dick - Almost everyone had a bomb shelter. You had to have one, in fact, you needed the latest model because the Russians were always developing new weapons that could penetrate the old bomb shelters.Wreck Off Triton by Alfred Coppel - His plans were thorough. Every risk had been closely considered. Now Ron Carnavon, ruthless convict, was ready to loot the wrecked spaceship of its sapphire treasure, and thrust his warped power around the entire, antagonistic EMV triangle.Asleep in Armageddon by Ray Bradbury - Avoid Planetoid 787. Lush and sunny, with fine air and no dangerous beasts, it’ll tempt you to curve in for some nice solid-ground sleep. DON’T!The Old Martians by Rog Phillips - They opened the ruins to tourists at a dollar a head but they reckoned without The Old Martians.Stop, You’re Killing Me! by Darius John Granger - As a private eye I get a lot of screwballcases, but nothing to match my own; my wife and kid trying to kill me—and neither aware of it!Ver livro
When young fans think of football, names like Messi, Ronaldo, Bellingham, Salah, Haaland, and Mbappé often come to mind. But there's an incredible story right here in our own backyard. The Goals That Changed Australia by David Weiner isn’t a tale of fantasy, conjured up in imagination or played out on a PlayStation screen. This real-life adventure shares the incredible journey of Australia’s national teams, blending the stories of our Matildas and the Socceroos and their biggest stars into one compelling narrative. Designed for readers from upper primary to teenage years – and maybe even their parents, it offers a fresh and engaging perspective on our football heritage. With moments like Cortnee Vine’s and John Aloisi’s iconic penalties as its cornerstone, the book takes young fans on an exhilarating ride through the highs and lows of Australian football from 2006 to 2023, culminating in the home FIFA Women's World Cup that stopped a nation. It’s a celebration of our unique identity on the world stage—not just as a men’s or women’s team, but as a united football family. This is Australian football's story, told for the first time in a way that young fans can connect with—a tale of resilience, pride, and the love of the game that runs deep in our veins, that aims to inspire the next generation to cheer for the green and gold with the same enthusiasm as they do for the world's biggest stars. Suitable for readers from upper primary school.Ver livro
