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William Wilberforce: Take Up the Fight
- By: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge
- Narrated by: Tim Gregory
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
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For 200 years, British slave ships plied in the Middle Passage, taking African men, women, and children to their doom. Ending slavery in the British Empire seemed impossible, but once William Wilberforce resolved to represent the abolitionists in Parliament, he would fight to the bitter end....
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William Wilberforce: Take Up the Fight
- Narrated by: Tim Gregory
- Series: Christian Heroes: Then & Now
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
- Release date: 31-03-2023
- Language: English
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For 200 years, British slave ships plied in the Middle Passage, taking African men, women, and children to their doom. Ending slavery in the British Empire seemed impossible, but once William Wilberforce resolved to represent the abolitionists in Parliament, he would fight to the bitter end....
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Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different
- By: Ben Brooks
- Narrated by: Joshua Higgott, Thomas Judd
- Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins
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There is an ongoing crisis with regards to young men and mental health, with unhelpful gender stereotypes contributing to this malaise. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different offers a welcome alternative narrative....
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- By jacqui on 26-08-2022
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Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different
- Narrated by: Joshua Higgott, Thomas Judd
- Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins
- Release date: 19-04-2018
- Language: English
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There is an ongoing crisis with regards to young men and mental health, with unhelpful gender stereotypes contributing to this malaise. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different offers a welcome alternative narrative....
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The Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War II
- Women Warriors of World War II
- By: Dr. Artika R. Tyner, Cynthia Paul - illustrator
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
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When the United States entered World War II, it had to face its own contradictions at home. Opportunities opened up for Black people and women in support of the war effort. But ideas about race and gender didn't change as swiftly.
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Wonderful story of courageous women in history
- By Dona on 22-12-2024
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The Courageous Six Triple Eight: The All-Black Female Battalion of World War II
- Women Warriors of World War II
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 17 mins
- Release date: 25-04-2024
- Language: English
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When the United States entered World War II, it had to face its own contradictions at home. Opportunities opened up for Black people and women in support of the war effort. But ideas about race and gender didn't change as swiftly.
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Rise Up
- Ordinary Kids with Extraordinary Stories
- By: Amanda Li
- Narrated by: Cecilia Appiah, Ayesha Dharker, Kieran Hodgson, and others
- Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins
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This book tells the stories of girls and boys from around the world and the challenges they have faced and overcome....
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Rise Up
- Ordinary Kids with Extraordinary Stories
- Narrated by: Cecilia Appiah, Ayesha Dharker, Kieran Hodgson, Joe Jameson, Michael Rosen
- Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins
- Release date: 28-07-2021
- Language: English
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This book tells the stories of girls and boys from around the world and the challenges they have faced and overcome....
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Going Global: Other World Leaders
- By: Marcia Amidon Lusted
- Narrated by: Colin Draun
- Length: 3 mins
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Strong, democratic leadership can be found around the world. This article describes several world leaders' struggles and achievements.
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Going Global: Other World Leaders
- Narrated by: Colin Draun
- Length: 3 mins
- Release date: 25-09-2024
- Language: English
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Strong, democratic leadership can be found around the world. This article describes several world leaders' struggles and achievements.
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So Other People Would Be Also Free
- The Real Story of Rosa Parks for Kids
- By: Tonya Leslie PhD
- Narrated by: Joniece Abbott-Pratt
- Length: 1 hr and 32 mins
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Here’s the whole, true story of Rosa Parks’ life - and the spark of change she helped light for the civil rights movement....
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So Other People Would Be Also Free
- The Real Story of Rosa Parks for Kids
- Narrated by: Joniece Abbott-Pratt
- Length: 1 hr and 32 mins
- Release date: 05-11-2019
- Language: English
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Here’s the whole, true story of Rosa Parks’ life - and the spark of change she helped light for the civil rights movement....
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Boyan Slat: Pioneering the Ocean Cleanup
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- By: Isaac Kerry
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 21 mins
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Dutch student Boyan Slat always loved inventing. A visit to the oceans of Greece inspired his greatest invention ever. Why were there more plastic bags than fish? How could he save the sea?
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Boyan Slat: Pioneering the Ocean Cleanup
- Movers, Shakers, and History Makers
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 21 mins
- Release date: 26-04-2024
- Language: English
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Dutch student Boyan Slat always loved inventing. A visit to the oceans of Greece inspired his greatest invention ever. Why were there more plastic bags than fish? How could he save the sea?
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She Persisted: Florence Nightingale
- She Persisted
- By: Shelli R. Johannes, Chelsea Clinton - introduction
- Narrated by: Taylor Meskimen, Chelsea Clinton
- Length: 43 mins
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When Florence Nightingale decided as a teenager that she wanted to become a nurse, her parents tried to talk her out of it, claiming that it wasn't a suitable profession for a woman. But she persisted in her career and went on to save countless lives of patients, especially of soldiers....
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She Persisted: Florence Nightingale
- She Persisted
- Narrated by: Taylor Meskimen, Chelsea Clinton
- Length: 43 mins
- Release date: 07-03-2023
- Language: English
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When Florence Nightingale decided as a teenager that she wanted to become a nurse, her parents tried to talk her out of it, claiming that it wasn't a suitable profession for a woman. But she persisted in her career and went on to save countless lives of patients, especially of soldiers....
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Black Achievements in Politics
- Celebrating Shirley Chisholm, Barack Obama, and More
- By: Artika R. Tyner
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 15 mins
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Black politicians have served in all levels of the United States government. As mayors, congresspersons, president, and more, Black politicians have created policies and initiatives to better serve community members....
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Black Achievements in Politics
- Celebrating Shirley Chisholm, Barack Obama, and More
- Narrated by: Book Buddy Digital Media
- Length: 15 mins
- Release date: 01-01-2024
- Language: English
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Black politicians have served in all levels of the United States government. As mayors, congresspersons, president, and more, Black politicians have created policies and initiatives to better serve community members....
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Booker T. Washington
- By: Jehan Jones-Radgowski
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
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How much do you know about Booker T. Washington? Find out the facts you need to know about this famous teacher and leader. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
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Booker T. Washington
- Narrated by: uncredited
- Length: 7 mins
- Release date: 01-04-2024
- Language: English
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How much do you know about Booker T. Washington? Find out the facts you need to know about this famous teacher and leader. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
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Sterling Biographies
- Malcolm X: A Revolutionary Voice
- By: Beatrice Gormley
- Narrated by: Jay Snyder
- Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins
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What is looked upon as an American dream for white people has long been an American nightmare for black people....
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Sterling Biographies
- Malcolm X: A Revolutionary Voice
- Narrated by: Jay Snyder
- Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins
- Release date: 21-04-2009
- Language: English
- What is looked upon as an American dream for white people has long been an American nightmare for black people....
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Beyond the Game: Pat Tillman
- Beyond the Game: Athletes Change the World
- By: Andrew Maraniss
- Narrated by: Christopher Douyard
- Length: 53 mins
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This is the story of NFL star Pat Tillman, who gave up his NFL career to enlist in the army....
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Beyond the Game: Pat Tillman
- Beyond the Game: Athletes Change the World
- Narrated by: Christopher Douyard
- Length: 53 mins
- Release date: 01-10-2024
- Language: English
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This is the story of NFL star Pat Tillman, who gave up his NFL career to enlist in the army....
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Malcolm Lives!
- The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers
- By: Ibram X. Kendi
- Narrated by: Ibram X. Kendi
- Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins
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In collaboration with the Malcolm X Estate, this powerful biography for young listeners is a modern classic in the making, written by #1 New York Times-bestselling, National Book Award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi.
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Malcolm Lives!
- The Official Biography of Malcolm X for Young Readers
- Narrated by: Ibram X. Kendi
- Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins
- Release date: 13-05-2025
- Language: English
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In collaboration with the Malcolm X Estate, this powerful biography for young listeners is a modern classic in the making, written by #1 New York Times-bestselling, National Book Award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi.
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Call Him Jack
- The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter
- By: Yohuru Williams, Michael G. Long
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett
- Length: 4 hrs and 16 mins
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From two prominent Robinson scholars comes an enthralling, eye-opening portrayal of this barrier-breaking American hero as a lifelong, relentlessly proud fighter for Black justice and civil rights....
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Call Him Jack
- The Story of Jackie Robinson, Black Freedom Fighter
- Narrated by: Torian Brackett
- Length: 4 hrs and 16 mins
- Release date: 20-09-2022
- Language: English
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From two prominent Robinson scholars comes an enthralling, eye-opening portrayal of this barrier-breaking American hero as a lifelong, relentlessly proud fighter for Black justice and civil rights....
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George Washington Carver: From Slave to Scientist
- By: Janet Benge, Geoff Benge
- Narrated by: Tim Gregory
- Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins
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Once a kidnapped slave baby, George Washington Carver found freedom in learning everything he could about the world around him. Overcoming poverty and racism, George became a brilliant scientist and a gifted professor who dedicated his expertise to helping black farmers....
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An amazing story
- By Cat on 09-08-2018
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George Washington Carver: From Slave to Scientist
- Narrated by: Tim Gregory
- Length: 4 hrs and 50 mins
- Release date: 29-03-2023
- Language: English
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Once a kidnapped slave baby, George Washington Carver found freedom in learning everything he could about the world around him. Overcoming poverty and racism, George became a brilliant scientist and a gifted professor who dedicated his expertise to helping black farmers....
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I Am Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- By: Brad Meltzer
- Narrated by: Donte Bonner, Various
- Length: 21 mins
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Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it - peacefully, with powerful words....
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I Am Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Ordinary People Change the World Series
- Narrated by: Donte Bonner, Various
- Series: Ordinary People Change the World Series
- Length: 21 mins
- Release date: 05-02-2019
- Language: English
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Even as a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African-American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it - peacefully, with powerful words....
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Isatou Ceesay: Queen of Recycling
- By: Lauren Kratz Prushko
- Narrated by: Lauren Kratz Prushko
- Length: 10 mins
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Thank you, Isatou Ceesay! Meet a climate activist whose clever way to deal with the plastic bags that were polluting her village ended up creating jobs for hundreds of women, and saving her village from pollution.
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Isatou Ceesay: Queen of Recycling
- Narrated by: Lauren Kratz Prushko
- Length: 10 mins
- Release date: 16-04-2024
- Language: English
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Thank you, Isatou Ceesay! Meet a climate activist whose clever way to deal with the plastic bags that were polluting her village ended up creating jobs for hundreds of women, and saving her village from pollution.
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Coretta Scott
- By: Ntozake Shange, Kadir Nelson
- Narrated by: Phylicia Rashad
- Length: 5 mins
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Walking many miles to school in the dusty road, young Coretta knew, too well, the unfairness of life in the segregated south....
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Coretta Scott
- Narrated by: Phylicia Rashad
- Length: 5 mins
- Release date: 07-03-2014
- Language: English
- Walking many miles to school in the dusty road, young Coretta knew, too well, the unfairness of life in the segregated south....
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The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama
- By: Dr Sheila Kanani, Sarah Walsh
- Narrated by: Weruche Opia
- Length: 50 mins
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Michelle Obama is a lawyer, a writer, an activist and a first lady of the United States of America....
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The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama
- Narrated by: Weruche Opia
- Series: Extraordinary Lives
- Length: 50 mins
- Release date: 08-10-2020
- Language: English
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Michelle Obama is a lawyer, a writer, an activist and a first lady of the United States of America....
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The Story of Malala Yousafzai
- An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers
- By: Joan Marie Galat
- Narrated by: Ebonie Ellington
- Length: 34 mins
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Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Malala Yousafzai—a story about standing up for education and equal rights.
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The Story of Malala Yousafzai
- An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers
- Narrated by: Ebonie Ellington
- Length: 34 mins
- Release date: 17-12-2024
- Language: English
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Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Malala Yousafzai—a story about standing up for education and equal rights.
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