Children Holiday

At the stroke of midnight on the dawn of December, five-year-old Finn Albedo is found frozen in the city park on a pedestal of ice. The doctor says his heart is beating, but no one can wake him. Finn’s big sister, Bianca, suspects the beautiful sparkling book Finn got from the library has something to do with it all but the mysterious book has vanished and no one will listen. As more children are frozen, Bianca realises she’s running out of time.

The Easter holidays are about to get a lot more exciting! Maddy and her best friend Dev have lucked out and are heading to the seaside where the brand-new roller coaster, the Mega Beast, is about to open. This will literally be life-changing! One problem: Maddy has to bring her annoying little brother Oli and her cheeky grandad Agung along for the weekend. With seaside hazards such as terrifying seagulls, stinky pickled eggs and a giant candyfloss-mad dog to deal with, will Maddy ever get to loop-the-loop on the best ride ever?

For anyone who loves sailing and adventure, Arthur Ransome's classic Swallows and Amazons series stands alone. Originally published over a half-century ago, the twelve books are still eagerly read by children and adults alike – by all those captivated by the world of adventure and imagination. Such longevity is not only due to Ransome’s unparalleled gift of storytelling, but also his championing of qualities such as independence and initiative; virtues that appeal to every generation, whether young or old.

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. And Jack’s newest toy - the Christmas Pig (DP’s annoying replacement) - has a daring plan: Together they’ll embark on a magical journey to seek something lost and to save the best friend Jack has ever known....

Bloomsbury presents Pablo and Splash: Roman Holiday by Sheena Dempsey, read by Nigel Pilkington and Hollie Taylor Time-travelling penguins Pablo and Splash must fight gladiators in Ancient Rome in this hilarious audio graphic novel. Fans of Bunny vs Monkey or InvestiGATORS will love it. 'You'll...

Christmas is almost here and the excitement is all around! The twinkling Christmas lights and the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air. You and your child will enjoy these special Christmas stories for kids. Each story is about includes a moral lesson and is great for early and beginning readers.

Enid Blyton's much-loved classic series, packed full of adventure and mystery. Philip, Dinah, Lucy-Ann and Jack are not pleased when the wimpish Gustavus has to come with them on holiday. Even Kiki the parrot dislikes him! But when Gustavus is kidnapped along with Philip, Dinah and Lucy-Ann...

A collection of brilliant short stories perfect for taking on holiday from the world's best-loved storyteller! Pack your bags, and get ready for a sunny adventure! Discover what happens when you find a four-leaved clover, meet a mermaid by the sea or catch the person who stole your bicycle!...

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. Adventure, fun and magic can all be found on holiday with Enid Blyton, who has been delighting readers for more than 70 years.

It was Christmas Eve, and all of the elves and Santa Claus were excited to get all of the toys ready to deliver to children around the world. But Santa had one last chore to do. He wanted to give little presents to all of the animals in the forest, including Barney Bear, who was asleep in his cave. When Santa quietly places Barney’s present next to his nose, Barney snores like thunder and a mountain of snow crashes to the ground and covers the entrance to the cave. How will the elves get Santa out of the cave in time for Christmas? Find out what happens.

What if haunted houses didn’t just have ghosts… but rules? Campfire Stories for Brave Kids: Haunted House Stories to Tell in the Dark That Make Kids Feel Brave isn’t just another spooky storybook—it’s your child’s secret weapon for courage. Inside this chilling, thrilling audiobook are 51 haunted house stories that aren’t here to scare kids senseless… but to make them stronger. These stories are designed to give young listeners the shivers and the tools to face fear, think bravely, and trust their instincts when the lights go out.

Als der achtjährige Jonte in der Vorweihnachtszeit seltsame Geräusche auf dem Dachboden hört, ahnt er nicht, dass sein Leben sich für immer verändern wird. Zwischen alten Kisten und vergessenen Erinnerungen entdeckt er eine winzige, verborgene Tür – und dahinter eine Welt, die nur diejenigen sehen können, die an Magie glauben. Dort begegnet er Nisse, einem Wichtel mit großem Herzen, spitzer Zunge und einer Menge Geheimnisse. Gemeinsam stürzen sie sich in ein Abenteuer, das Jonte tief in das Reich der Wichtel führt.

Rose, five years old, lives in Jonathanland with her parents and her big brother, Taylor. It's Christmas, and Rose spends a lot of time looking out the window at the magical sight of falling snow. In the house, the fireplace crackles, and the flames dance like shadows on the walls, flooding them with mysterious lights. In her daydreams and thoughts, Rose will see a strange white shape approaching her house....

This whimsical collection of Christmas stories is sure to delight children of all ages. Includes the holiday favorites "Santa Claus Does Not Forget", "The Doll's Christmas Party", "Little Girl's Christmas", "Jimmy Scarecrow's Christmas", "The First Christmas Tree", and "Mama's Happy Christmas".

A gentle, heartwarming bedtime story that captures the true magic of Christmas night. As snow drifts softly across a sleeping village, the world slows, and the spirit of Christmas shines bright. From glowing windows and quiet forests to the hush of starlit skies, The Quiet Christmas Night takes listeners on a peaceful journey through the beauty of the season.

December 1930. With the Depression biting deeper, it looks like many children in the East End will wake up to nothing on Christmas morning. Widower Robbie Graham earns just enough to put food on the table for his children, Ben and Ruthie. Local cake shop owner Flo Hawkins can't bear the thought of any child having nothing for Christmas. Along with her sister, Honour, she hatches a plan to bring some festive cheer to the community.

A wonderful selection of 22 fantastical summer stories by one of the world's best-loved children's authors, Enid Blyton. School's out! So go on a picnic in the woods, visit the seaside or take a trip on a magic aeroplane in this enchanting collection of stories perfect for summer holidays...

Christmas Eve, 1936. On a foggy December night, a pregnant woman walks out in front of a trolley bus and is knocked unconscious. She is rushed to the Nightingale hospital, and a healthy baby is delivered. But the mother claims to have lost her memory, and cannot believe that the child is hers. It seems that the Nightingale nurses may need to perform a Christmas miracle.

'Twas the night before Christmas. Ebenezer Scrooge was alone, when suddenly he heard a ghostly moan. A ghost it was, took him back to the past, then to the present and future days in hope that Scrooge would mend his ways.

Twelve of the best-loved picture book stories to get your little ones through the longest journeys this summer. Worried about how to keep your little ones occupied this Summer? . . . Worry no more with this compilation of twelve of the best-loved picture book stories. One hour of audio fun to...