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Ben has always loved the stories his Grandpa Silas told about the mysterious Jaguar River. But his most prized possession is his grandpa's map a crinkled, faded piece of paper showing the long, winding river, marked with a single, tiny, muddy paw print. One sunny morning, Ben's scruffy, three-legged dog, Pip, nudges the map with his wet nose, leaving a fresh paw print right beside the old one. For Ben, it's a sign. The river is calling.

Ten-year-old Ryan has a knack for inventing, and his big sister, twelve-year-old Abigail, has a knack for getting them out of trouble. But their biggest adventure yet starts with an old boat, a snapped rope, and a river that simply refuses to slow down! When "The River Sprinter" breaks loose from Grandpa Finn's dock, Ryan, Abigail, and their mischievous terrier Sparky are launched into a chaotic, unstoppable adventure. They didn't ask for a wild ride, but now they're stuck on a runaway boat with no engine and no way to stop!

For Bridget and Finn, the river isn't just a boundary, it's the beginning of the world's most breathtaking secret. Bridget is spirited, curious, and always ready for a grand discovery. Finn is cautious, clever, and her steady companion. When they uncover an ancient, glowing map hidden beneath an old willow tree, they know their quiet days are over. The map promises an epic journey down the volatile Whispering River to find its mythical source, a place of profound magic. With their small boat packed and their hearts pounding, they push off onto a current that moves with a will of its own.

The river knows a secret... and it's getting louder. Niko collects smooth stones his pocket treasures but the moment he finds one that refuses to sink, he knows the peaceful River of Whispered Warnings has started talking back. The river's usual gentle murmur has turned into an insistent hiss, and its signs are everywhere: a blue heron pointing a silent warning, an old compass spinning toward the earth, and a dark shadow moving beneath the Willow Bridge. Something ancient is stirring deep below the currents. Niko soon discovers that the mythical River Serpent, Hydrus, is awakening.

Kids, parents, and teachers love this audiobook about problem solving, counting, and building vocabulary. One summer day, Jessica and Jeremy, best friends, fought with their parents. They stomped to the river and started throwing rocks in the river - their favorite pastime. Working together they solved a problem, apologized to their parents, and had the best day ever counting the rocks they threw in the river.