Holidays & Celebrations

A fantastic audio collection of hilarious stories about the bear from Peru, performed by Julie Walters....

Jack loves his childhood toy Dur Pig. DP has always been there for him, through good and bad. Until one Christmas Eve something terrible happens - DP is lost. But Christmas Eve is a night for miracles and lost causes, a night when all things can come to life...even toys....

It isn't always easy growing up as a human in Elfhelm, even if your adoptive parents are the newly married Father Christmas and Mary Christmas....

Dink, Josh, and Ruth Rose are spending Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts. They can't wait to see the sights and have a Thanksgiving dinner, just like the Pilgrims would have eaten. Then the kids learn about a sapphire necklace that went missing on the real Mayflower....

The castle looms dark against the light of the moon. Giant ravens circle in the sky. The wind whistles through the empty windows....

After his harsh beginnings as a rough-and-tumble orphan on the streets of Victorian London, Jake Everton, the 12-year-old Lord Griffon, takes his rightful place as the long-lost heir of an aristocratic family with magical powers. In the fantastical nooks and crannies of the Victorian Age....

A wonderful selection of stories to read and share. From sandcastles at the beach to enchanted ice-creams, step into the summer with these delightful characters....

Gather ‘round the fire to hear a Christmas legend that has never been told before...until now. Each year a mysterious figure sweeps into town, leaving behind strange gifts in the night. No, not Santa Claus, but his sister….

In this collection there is mystery and magic, laughter and mischief, the joy of shared times and plenty of delicious food....

Emma and Saffie are going to stay with their grandparents for the summer to learn how to use their superpowers....

It's time for wintry fun with Mira and Dave the Naughtiest Unicorn! And this time they are going on a very special quest to see the magical winter lights....

Christmas is almost here, and Alice-Miranda and her closest friends are celebrating early at Highton Hall. But it's not all gingerbread, parties and present shopping. There are mysteries to be solved....

Christmas has arrived in Creekwood, but not all is merry, in the third instalment of the exciting girl's book series, Witch Trouble....

The mice of Brambly Hedge have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. All through the year, they mark the seasons with feasts and festivities and, of course, the mice never miss an opportunity to meet and celebrate....

Leo LOVES Christmas. And this Christmas needs to be absolutely perfect, because it’s the first one without Mum. Only it all keeps going wrong! The fairylights are in a tangle, the tree’s wonky and the Christmas biscuits taste AWFUL. Soon Leo decides he’s had enough....

For the Tenth Doctor, the festive season always brought adventure. In fact, he's saved Christmas across space and time more times than we ever knew. Join the Doctor (and Donna and Martha and Rose, and other friends old and new) for incredible tales of daring and danger....

The Herdmans are the worst kids in the history of the world....

Clifford loves to help Emily Elizabeth, but his big red paws break eggs instead of painting them....

Nancy finds herself a Christmas mystery in this super special 18th book of the Nancy Drew Diaries series, a fresh approach to the classic mystery series. Nancy Drew’s dad surprises her with a trip to a beautiful New England ski resort for Christmas break....

When the Browns take Paddington to the Christmas grotto at the local department store, their journey through the Winter Wonderland is full of unexpected surprises. But the best surprise is a present from Santa....

Was ist das bloß für ein Tier, das in dieser Weihnachtszeit ungesehen durch den Garten streift? Es hinterlässt immer neue Spuren im Schnee...

The beloved poem from Clement C. Moore captures the true spirit of Christmas....

At the stroke of midnight on the dawn of December, Finn Albedo, a five-year-old boy, is found frozen solid in the city park....

A reimagined and modern take on the holiday favorite, this audiobook weaves together the classic Christmas tale of The Nutcracker and the true-life story of 12-year-old ballerina Charlotte Nebres, the first Black girl to play Marie in the New York City Ballet’s production....

Aggie Morton lives in a small town on the coast of England in 1902. Adventurous and imaginative but deeply shy, Aggie hasn't got much to do since the death of her beloved father...until the fateful day when she crosses paths with 12-year-old Belgian immigrant Hector Perot....

One question must be answered before Afia can slip into a peaceful sleep: What does love look like? With the companionship of her loving papa, Afia journeys to find love and learns that it is the warmth of the sun’s hugs, the brook’s soothing song, and other mesmerizing gifts of nature. But Afia’s quest also teaches her that she may not have to go too far to see the emotion at the heart of the world’s wonders.

The Magical Christmas Wish: Give Love for Christmas begins in a little town covered in snow. Lights twinkle on every house, and the big Christmas tree shines brightly in the town square. Children laugh and play in the snow, making snowmen and tossing snowballs. Everything feels magical like Christmas is just around the corner.

Klaus is trusted with the Christmas lists to sort and decide, But a sudden mistake sends him on a wild ride! Will the season unravel from his mix-up so strange, Or can Klaus’s new magic bring a holiday change?

Little Coco dreams of flying for Santa's sleigh. She just needs to figure out what she is good at and then make sure Santa Tita sees it! She is paying attention to what the big reindeer do and trains to be ready to fly the sleigh too. What she hasn't noticed is that each and every one, brings a different talent, that makes the team grand!

In a quaint village, a hard-working farmer named Thomas becomes enraged when a crow named Cawley steals food from his storage on Christmas Eve. He captures and cages the crow, but his compassionate 13-year-old son, Sam, secretly sets her free. Thomas discovers this and, in a fit of anger, scolds Sam harshly. Heartbroken, Sam runs away, unaware of the severe winter storm approaching.

A young teenage witch is late for the most important day on the witch's calendar! Halloween! Why was she late? And what is she going to do about it? An adventure unfolds for listeners following her journey of discovery and self. All is not as it seems.

Gertie is determined to win the Groundhog Day Celebration Competition. Jeff may think that she is too short to win the competition, but Gertie is in it to win it! That's when the fun gets started with more twists and turns than a pretzel. Gertie Saves the Day is more than a book about Groundhog Day. It is a story that explores the excitement of a special event, competition, disappointment and friendship.

Mia loves the Passover seder at Edie Rose's apartment. All the neighbors sit around the table, talking about the journey from slavery to freedom. On Mia's birthday, Edie Rose gives her a rhinestone tiara and a map of the world. "You never know what journey might call your name," she says. When Edie Rose falls and breaks her arm, Mia looks at her map and wonders: Could a journey to help her neighbor be calling right now?

In this concept book that also teaches colors, cute kids celebrate the holiday of Purim. Lily, in her red Queen Esther costume, brings red apples to the Purim party. Leo, dressed as a yellow hamantaschen, brings yellow bananas, and Eli, in his King Ahashverosh costume, brings purple plums. But who brought the hamantaschen to the Purim party?

Passover starts tonight and Zayde is babysitting for Ruthie—his first time by himself! Mommy has left a list of things to do: Buy parsley at the grocery store for the seder plate, go to the playground so Ruthie can use up energy, then use up more energy at home because seders last a long time. And be sure Ruthie takes a nap. But who exactly is babysitting whom as an afternoon of shenanigans ensue?

A soft and gentle rhyming story book about a toddler who is waiting for Santa.

Meet Hendrix, a lively 6-year-old girl whose excitement for Christmas is as big as her long list of desired gifts. But when she feels something is amiss in her holiday spirit, a magical turn of events leads her to an unexpected adventure. A special invitation from Santa Claus whisks Hendrix away to the enchanting North Pole, where the true essence of Christmas awaits her discovery.

This is not about a mole, of any type, in part or in whole. It is also not about a lid, per se, even though it features on the storyline grid. But this tale is about a “Mole-Lid,” at least in the way that sounds to the HeussKid, who is a good kid after all. He would not steal Christmas, a “Mole-Lid,” or anything else, for that matter. But he is not afraid to make an unpopular move.

It's Meihui's special year of the ox! Through her family's story we learn about what it means to be an ox and all of their special traits. Most people in places like North America and Europe celebrate the new year on January 1st. But some cultures, like those in many areas of Asia, do it differently. They celebrate the new year based on the lunar-solar calendar, so the date differs every year. It occurs between January 21st and February 20th.

This story "Sparkle The Christmas Elf" is a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas. It’s full of fun, magic, and special moments that kids will remember forever. This simple and sweet Christmas story will fill children with happiness, hope, and the true spirit of the holidays. It’s a perfect tale for the most wonderful time of the year!

After a busy Christmas Eve delivering toys to children around the world, Santa Claus returns to the North Pole only to discover a delightful surprise under his Christmas tree—an adorable puppy named Nippo, a gift from Mrs. Claus. Follow Santa and Nippo as they embark on a festive adventure filled with love, laughter, and holiday cheer.

In dieser humorvollen Episode dreht sich alles um die fünf Arten von Schülern und Lehrern vor den Weihnachtsferien. Vom chaotischen Schüler, der für jede Schneeballschlacht bereit ist, bis hin zum Lehrer, der mit Glühwein-Laune die Tage zählt. Hier treffen die nervösen Test-Hoffenden auf übermotivierte Weihnachtsfans und die strengen Notenschreiber auf entspannte Filmvorführer. Eine witzige Reise durch den vorweihnachtlichen Schulalltag, die jeder kennt!

Queen Bee is hosting a royal garden party! Everything is perfect until her best friend brings something that is not part of the plan. Will Beena be able to have the perfect party and still be a good friend?

Ebenezer Scrooge, es una persona avara y tacaña que no celebra la fiesta de Navidad a causa de su solitaria vida y su adicción al trabajo. Un día, en su casa, Scrooge recibe la visita de un espíritu misterioso que resulta ser el de su mejor amigo y socio Jacob Marley, que al iniciar el relato muere y posteriormente, le anuncia una tenebrosa profecía acerca del futuro del avaro y la llegada de los tres espíritus de la Navidad. Scrooge, no se asusta y desafía la predicción.

The small town of Maplewood buzzed with excitement as Halloween night approached. The streets were lined with glowing jack-o’-lanterns, fake cobwebs, and flickering lights. At the end of Birch Lane stood an old mansion, abandoned for years, rumored to be haunted. Sam and his best friends, Mia and Oliver, had always loved Halloween. They spent weeks planning their costumes and dreaming up tricks and treats. But this year, things felt different.

Ein bezauberndes Winter- und Weihnachtsmärchen für die ganze Familie…. Freundschaft und bedingungslos Zusammensein in einer viel zu kurzen Zeit des Jahres. Ein uralter Weinberg. Dahinter ein prächtiger Wald. In dem Wald ein kleines Häuschen. In dem Häuschen ein gemütliches Schlafzimmer. In dem Schlafzimmer ein kuscheliges Bettchen. In jenem Bettchen ein selig schlummernder Kobold. Nimotheus Leopold Hetterich, kurz Nim genannt.

Erleben Sie mit Lilli, Ben, Mira und ihren Eltern die Magie des ersten gemeinsamen Weihnachtsfests in einer besonderen Familie. Dieses Buch nimmt Sie mit auf eine Reise voller Wärme, Zusammenhalt und der wahren Bedeutung von Weihnachten – fernab von materiellen Geschenken und hin zu den kleinen, berührenden Momenten, die Weihnachten so einzigartig machen.

“The Ornaments” Read-a-long version is a children’s story inspired by a unique and wonderful gift store tucked away on a side street in New York City. That store, “Domus,” is owned by two caring individuals, Nicki and Luisa, who are featured in the book. After the holidays each year, Nicki and Luisa travel the world, often meeting with craftspeople, artists, and especially women in business. Their travels frequently take them to tiny villages in Europe, Africa, and Asia. When they return with their curated wonders, the shop becomes a “United Nations of Gifts!”

¡Ha comenzado el año del buey! Hoy es un día muy especial para Meihui. A través de su familia, aprenderemos lo que significa ser un buey y todas sus características. En América del Norte y Europa se celebra el año nuevo el 1 de enero. Pero en otras partes del mundo como ocurre en Asia siguen el calendario lunar-solar, por lo que la fecha varía cada año. Puede tener lugar entre el 21 de enero y el 20 de febrero con ciclos de 12 años, con un animal diferente representando cada año.

En esta divertida historia aprenderemos sobre las celebraciones del Año Nuevo Lunar. Esta tradición cultural asiática sigue un ciclo de 12 años con diferentes animales representando cada año. ¡La familia Tigre es responsable de su comunidad porque este es el año dedicado al Tigre! ¡Sigue a Mamá Tigre, Ba Tigre y los gemelos Hu y Lei en su aventura del año nuevo! Los valientes gemelos Tigre se enfrentan a numerosos desafíos, pero a través del trabajo, la cooperación y el coraje consiguen eliminar todas las barreras.