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Grendel prowled in, hating all men and all joy and hungry for human life. So swift was his attack that no man heard an outcry; but when the dawn came, thirty of Hothgar's best and noblest thanes were missing. Only Beowulf, foremost among warriors, has the strength and courage to battle with Grendel the Night-stalker....

Hansel and Gretel are two hungry children abandoned in the forest, who then happen upon a wonderful house made of gingerbread. But danger lurks within this tasty abode. Will the poor children escape or are they doomed to the cruel fate a wicked witch has in store for them?

Step into the delightful world of Mother Goose, a beloved collection of classic nursery rhymes. Each rhyme captures the timeless charm of these tales, inviting listeners to relive the magic of childhood or share it anew with the next generation. From Humpty Dumpty to Little Bo Peep, these nursery rhymes have enchanted families for centuries.

As sunlight illuminates an old, abandoned factory, Aubri, the puzzle piece-covered ribbon, notices a little boy slipping inside. Driven by her protective instincts, she follows him into the silent, dust-laden building. Navigating through shadows and echoes, Aubri races against time to find the boy amidst lurking dangers.

An enchanting short story of friendship, courage, and the quest to save a lost baby dinosaur. Dive into a magical world where extraordinary heroes await! Join Kidd, the golden ribbon of hope, and Caron, the fierce black tiger-striped ribbon, as they journey through a mystical forest on a thrilling adventure. Filled with bravery, friendship, and the enchantment of a mystical world, this heartwarming tale reminds us that even the smallest heroes can make a big difference.

"Aubri Discovers Autism" is an enchanting bedtime story about Aubri, a colorful superhero ribbon from another dimension. When she meets Jacob, a boy with autism, and witnesses kids teasing him, Aubri seeks mystical guidance from the ancient Ribbon of Wisdom. She learns about Jacob’s unique strengths and helps him see the hero within himself.

In this enchanting bedtime story, a magical pink superhero ribbon named Tata is on a mission to bring light where darkness lingers. When a scared girl named Mickey finds herself alone near a dark forest, Tata comes to her rescue. But the sinister villain Barker, who feeds on fear, lurks in the shadows. As Mickey’s fears grow, Barker tries to claim her, but Tata knows the strength to fight back lies within.

Join Vlad, the mystical purple and yellow ribbon, in this enchanting bedtime story as he confronts Vex, a villain who thrives on fear. When young Britney awakens from a nightmare, she finds herself trapped in shadows. Just in time, Vlad arrives with his mighty hammer, Knox, to show her that even the smallest hero can conquer darkness.

In this mystical bedtime short story tale, Ceri, a courageous teal survivor ribbon, stands as the hero protecting her city from the chaos unleashed by Barker, a mischievous villain haunting the old clock tower. Through bravery and heart, Ceri faces shadows and dangers to restore peace, showing young listeners that true heroes shine even in the darkest moments. A soothing tale of courage, friendship, and the magic of nighttime adventures.

In this inspiring magical bedtime story, a young boy named Pip finds himself surrounded by mysterious gold ribbons, symbols of strength, hope, and courage. But when Gazer, the Lord of Darkness, appears to feed on Pip's fear and despair, it feels like all hope is lost. Enter Kid and Tata, two brave superhero ribbons, ready to fight for Pip’s life. Armed with unshakable belief and inspiring courage, they stand by his side, battling the darkness with everything they’ve got. In this short story, Pip learns that he’s not fighting cancer alone.

Quiller-Couch translates four French fairy tales into English, some of which are perennial favorites, witness Disney's animated rendering of Beauty and the Beast or Jean Cocteau's critically acclaimed film version of the tale. Other fairy tales included in this compilation are Charles Perrault's The Sleeping Beauty, Bluebeard, and Cinderella.

How can the Tortoise run faster than the Hare? What happens when the dog growls at its image? Or when the Country Mouse goes to supper with the Town Mouse? These wonderful stories have delighted adults and children for centuries, with their witty observations on animals and humans too. The stories are told with the enduring magic of a master story-teller, and set against the bright sounds of Vivaldi's Four Seasons and sound effects.

The teacher, Patrick Healy, traveled around the world, talked with people in different places, and collected around half a thousand myths, legends, and folktales and their several alternative versions. His opinion and comments (directly or indirectly) are inevitable. This is the second volume of his work. Patrick grouped 14 famous Czech children's stories and myths with his words. He retold the stories with his own opinion and approach to them.

Once upon a time, six famous children's stories were magically reimagined...with hilarious results! Meet the sneaky Ninjabread Man, cheeky Little Rude Riding Hood, ground-shaking Cinder-Elephant, and clever Octo-Puss in Boots. Snow White has ditched her woodland cottage for a spaceship and seven robots...and the Three Little Narwhals are on the run from the Big Bad Shark! This wonderful compendium brings together riotously funny retellings of well-known tales by popular children's authors Chris Jevons, Samantha Newman, and Jo Franklin.

"The Story of Peter Pan", by James M. Barrie, is one of the most famous tales about youth and dream-like adventures; this classic adaptation of Barrie's play will let you fly on the wings of your imagination. "The History of Tom Thumb" was the first fairy tale ever printed in English. "The Three Sillies" is a very old folktale, and has been handed down over the centuries for its entertainment value. "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" is a classic folktale of which numerous versions are known; they all delight and educate children about the importance of boundaries and personal property. Last but not least, "Jack the Giant Killer" is a fascinating folk tale coming from the Middle Ages, set during King Arthur's reign; it shows how a young man uses clever tricks to outwit terrible giants and rid England of their terrible threats.

Here are 60 of the finest and most entertaining poems for younger listeners. There are nonsense poems ("The Jumblies"), classic animal poems ("The Snail"), stories of adventure ("The Ballad of Sir Patrick Spens") and Robert Browning's classic tale of adults getting their come-uppance ("The Pied Pipe of Hamelin").

Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm's collection of fairytales called Kinder- und Hausmärchen ( Children's and Household Tales) was published in 1812. Filled with moral lessons that are not wrapped up in the now-expected "Disney-esque" feel, these stories may shock or scare you, but they have been the inspiration for some of the most beloved modern fairytales we know and love. Sixty-two fairytales are included in this collection.

5 heures d'écoute pour redécouvrir et faire découvrir aux enfants les plus beaux contes de notre enfance.

A good story takes us in a new, fantastic world; the pleasure is all the greater if it keeps us inside for long enough. We have carefully selected for you ten long stories, for you to enjoy the craft of the writer as much as the opportunity of evasion good stories bring to us; they will make perfect bedtime stories, to accompany young children as long as they need to get into a peaceful sleep. Enjoy these tales by Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Andersen, and from the "Arabian Nights" (or "One Thousand and One Nights"), narrated in a warm and lively way.

I en lille landsby bor der to mænd, der begge hedder Claus. Den ene bliver kaldt Store Claus, fordi han har fire heste, og den anden bliver kaldt Lille Claus, fordi han kun har én hest. Store Claus og Lille Claus skal begge bruge heste til at pløje deres jord, og indimellem låner de hinandens heste. Det kommer imidlertid til at skabe splid mellem dem, og det ender helt galt for dem begge to. H.C. Andersen (1805-1875) var en dansk forfatter og kunstner.