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Retells some of the legends of John Henry, an African-American hero who raced against a steam drill to lay railroad tracks on a mountain.

Long long ago, there was a place high up on the mountain. The place was all covered with 10 to 20 feet high peonies and camellias and a lot of beautiful flowers with a mesmerizing smell.

Based on the famous African American fold ballad John Henry, this story tells of the legendary contest to the death between a spirited young man with a hammer and a steam drill to build a tunnel through the Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia.

This audiobook retells some of the legends of John Henry, an African-American hero who raced against a steam drill to lay railroad tracks on a mountain.

In Gem Forest, there's no stronger elf than John Henry. With a single swing of his hammer, he can carve out a perfect mining tunnel. So when a sales-gnome says he has a machine that digs better than any miner, John Henry is ready to prove him wrong. But as the contest begins, the device shakes the mountain—and awakens a nest of vicious orcs! Can John Henry defeat the creatures and the gnome's contraption?

Denzel Washington reads this larger-than-life tale about the African-American hero who was born with a hammer in his hand. Join John Henry on a scenic journey from cotton country to the wilderness, where he finds men of all colors working together to build a great railroad. In no time, John Henry becomes king of the railroad camps by driving more steel than any man alive. And, in an exciting contest that pits man against machine, he single-handedly out-performs a new-fangled steam drill.

Little John Crow is a young vulture growing up in Bull Bay on the edge of the Blue Mountains in Jamaica. Unlike his group of friends—a snake, a hummingbird, a pigeon, a chicken hawk, and the “Three Little Birds”—John Crow has no idea what his parents do for a living. What he learns sends him on a journey that will remind listeners, young and old, of the importance of accepting our differences and understanding our purpose in life.

Ever hear of a feller named John Henry? They say he was born with a 10 pound hammer in his hand! As a man, John was the fastest steel drivin' man helpin' to build the railroad. So when a stranger challenged mighty John to take on a steam drill, what do you think that John Henry did? Kick off yer' boots and listen to this fascinatin' tale of John Henry and the steam drill.

Embark on a delightful journey through the enchanting world of Forest Grove School, where two feathered friends, Cindy the blue jay and John the robin, discover the magic of friendship, curiosity, and imagination. In "Birds of the Same Feather: Tales of Cindy and John's Playful Adventures in School," listeners are invited to join Cindy and John as they navigate the joys and challenges of school life in the heart of a vibrant forest. From their very first meeting on the forest floor to their playful escapades in the schoolyard, Cindy and John's bond grows stronger with each passing day.

Who said that from the sad facts of life you can not be reborn stronger than before? The wizard Scarfutur demolishes the beautiful Cosmopolis where Cammie lives with her animals. Only the dachshund Orestes and the donkey Lewis will believe in the reconstruction.

This is the magical story of Iron John told in rhymes for your delight.

It is the night before Christmas, and all the pirates on Captain John's boat - including the goat - are excited. When most of the pirates have fallen asleep, Captain John and his cat see Father Christmas in action and wonder at the eight little reindeer that land on the pirate ship's deck.

Faithful John - 忠实的约翰: Fables, folktales and stories play a fundamental part in children's development. They use powerful imagery and symbols to entertain while conveying essential moral teachings; the stories ignite imagination, taking a firm root in children's minds, and gently initiate them to the essential moral principles of life. Our tales and stories have been carefully selected for their wisdom and power of evocation. Discover or rediscover, narrated in a warm and lively way, the best stories for kids in Mandarin Chinese.

Érase una vez un chico llamado Juan que era muy valiente. Había oído hablar muchas veces del miedo, pero no tenía ni idea de lo que era eso, ni siquiera sabía si el miedo era un animal o una hierba o una piedra. Y tantas y tantas ganas tenía de saberlo que, un día, decidió ir por el mundo a ver si encontraba el miedo...

In time-honored tradition, each Fall, before Thanksgiving, the president pardons one lucky turkey in all the land, handing him a golden turkey ticket to board the Pardoned Poultry Express. His destination is Gobbler’s Retreat and Petting Zoo, a turkey tom oasis where the pardoned royalty live out their lives in sleepy, pampered peace.

A 17th-century writer named Charles Perrault was sometimes called Mother Goose, an imaginary author of fairy tales. His early material was inspired and derived from earlier folk tales that he greatly embellished and improved. This collection includes "Cinderella", along with other such known favorites as “Sleeping Beauty", “Little Red Riding Hood”, “Blue Beard”, and “Puss in Boots”, along with such lesser known fairy tales as “The Ridiculous Wishes”, “Little Thumb”, “Ricky of the Tuft", “Griselda,” and “Donkey Skin”.

Originally published in 1875, this story is about the birth of a prince. He was actually in line to be the next king replacing his father. However, he was accidentally injured at his christening, was crippled, and couldn’t walk. He was banished by an evil uncle who usurped the throne. The little prince became unhappy and worried, but his discomfort was eased by his magical fairy godmother, and he eventually took over the monarchy he had been born to govern.

Mom! There's an Angel in the Kitchen is a touching story about an angel appearing to a young boy in the family's home. The angel is there to pass along a poem of wisdom for the child to use during his life. When the angel appears to the boy's mother, she remembers the same experience when she was a child. Later, the grandmother visits, and it is clear the angel has been with the family for generations.

This is a story in the Cat with The White Mustache Series. The story is about a grandmother who plans a Christmas meal for her family, but the family has an argument after the dinner is served. The cat with the white mustache, an angel, notices the problems that the family is having, and decides to save their Christmas by posing as a kitten in distress.

"The Lost Sailor" is a captivating bedtime storybook that takes young listeners on an exhilarating journey across the high seas and into the heart of adventure. With rich sensory experiences and vivid descriptions, each chapter immerses listeners in a world of sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and tactile sensations, creating a truly immersive listening experience. Follow the tale of Tommy and his father as they embark on a thrilling voyage aboard The Lost Sailor, a sturdy vessel that braves stormy seas and explores mysterious islands.