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Children's Book of Philosophy
- By: DK
- Narrated by: Danielle Nott
- Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins
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Looking at the major philosophical theories, The Children's Book of Philosophy brings big ideas within the reach of young minds. It examines the problems that have puzzled people for hundreds, or even thousands, of years, working through them in clear and logical stages. This also covers current social and environmental issues as well as concerns surrounding the latest advances in technology. The audiobook's lively approach is designed to encourage children to think for themselves and to show them that anyone can be a philosopher.
By: DK
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Speaking of America
- United States Presidents and the Words That Changed History
- By: Jared Cohen
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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In Speaking of America, the meaning and historical impact of quotes from the first forty-five American presidents are illuminated with wit and warmth. Full of fascinating facts that take listeners behind the scenes of American history, this captivating nonfiction book shows how US presidents have used their words to encourage, explain, assert, and defend—while equipping future leaders with the knowledge that they too have the power to change the world.
By: Jared Cohen
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El Renacimiento para niños [The Renaissance for Children]
- Una guía fascinante sobre el periodo de la historia de Europa posterior a la Edad Media (Historia para los pequeños)
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Luis Trumper
- Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
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Llegó el momento de volver a navegar por la historia y conocer las múltiples facetas del Renacimiento. En este nuevo y fascinante libro de historia, aprenderá qué hizo tan especial al Renacimiento y cómo sigue influyendo hoy en día.
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Stealing Little Moon
- The Legacy of the American Indian Boarding Schools (Scholastic Focus)
- By: Dan SaSuWeh Jones
- Narrated by: Shaun Taylor-Corbett, Dan SaSuWeh Jones, Denise Lajimodiere
- Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
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Little Moon There Are No Stars Tonight was four years old when armed federal agents showed up at her home and took her from her family. Under the authority of the government, she was sent away to a boarding school specifically created to strip her of her Ponca culture and teach her the ways of white society. Little Moon was one of thousands of Indigenous children forced to attend these schools across America and give up everything they'd ever known: family, friends, toys, clothing, food, customs, even their language.
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George Washington Carver
- The Story of His Life (Black History)
- By: Rich Linville
- Narrated by: Erik Hansen
- Length: 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Born into slavery around 1864, my name is Carver’s George because Carver was my owner. For some reason, my name may change in the future.
By: Rich Linville
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The Painter and the President
- Gilbert Stuart's Brush with George Washington
- By: Sarah Albee
- Narrated by: Nick Walther
- Length: 16 mins
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George Washington hated having his portrait painted, but as president of the United States, he knew his image needed to live on. This nonfiction picture book explores how artist Gilbert Stuart created Washington’s most lasting and recognized portrait—the one that’s used on the one-dollar bill.
By: Sarah Albee
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Children's Book of Philosophy
- By: DK
- Narrated by: Danielle Nott
- Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Looking at the major philosophical theories, The Children's Book of Philosophy brings big ideas within the reach of young minds. It examines the problems that have puzzled people for hundreds, or even thousands, of years, working through them in clear and logical stages. This also covers current social and environmental issues as well as concerns surrounding the latest advances in technology. The audiobook's lively approach is designed to encourage children to think for themselves and to show them that anyone can be a philosopher.
By: DK
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Speaking of America
- United States Presidents and the Words That Changed History
- By: Jared Cohen
- Narrated by: Kevin R. Free
- Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
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In Speaking of America, the meaning and historical impact of quotes from the first forty-five American presidents are illuminated with wit and warmth. Full of fascinating facts that take listeners behind the scenes of American history, this captivating nonfiction book shows how US presidents have used their words to encourage, explain, assert, and defend—while equipping future leaders with the knowledge that they too have the power to change the world.
By: Jared Cohen
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El Renacimiento para niños [The Renaissance for Children]
- Una guía fascinante sobre el periodo de la historia de Europa posterior a la Edad Media (Historia para los pequeños)
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Luis Trumper
- Length: 1 hr and 29 mins
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Llegó el momento de volver a navegar por la historia y conocer las múltiples facetas del Renacimiento. En este nuevo y fascinante libro de historia, aprenderá qué hizo tan especial al Renacimiento y cómo sigue influyendo hoy en día.
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Stealing Little Moon
- The Legacy of the American Indian Boarding Schools (Scholastic Focus)
- By: Dan SaSuWeh Jones
- Narrated by: Shaun Taylor-Corbett, Dan SaSuWeh Jones, Denise Lajimodiere
- Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins
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Little Moon There Are No Stars Tonight was four years old when armed federal agents showed up at her home and took her from her family. Under the authority of the government, she was sent away to a boarding school specifically created to strip her of her Ponca culture and teach her the ways of white society. Little Moon was one of thousands of Indigenous children forced to attend these schools across America and give up everything they'd ever known: family, friends, toys, clothing, food, customs, even their language.
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George Washington Carver
- The Story of His Life (Black History)
- By: Rich Linville
- Narrated by: Erik Hansen
- Length: 11 mins
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Born into slavery around 1864, my name is Carver’s George because Carver was my owner. For some reason, my name may change in the future.
By: Rich Linville
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The Painter and the President
- Gilbert Stuart's Brush with George Washington
- By: Sarah Albee
- Narrated by: Nick Walther
- Length: 16 mins
- Unabridged
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George Washington hated having his portrait painted, but as president of the United States, he knew his image needed to live on. This nonfiction picture book explores how artist Gilbert Stuart created Washington’s most lasting and recognized portrait—the one that’s used on the one-dollar bill.
By: Sarah Albee
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Blood Brother
- Jonathan Daniels and His Sacrifice for Civil Rights
- By: Sandra Neil Wallace, Rich Wallace
- Narrated by: Donald Corren
- Length: 4 hrs and 49 mins
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In Blood Brother, the first biography about Jonathan Daniels for young adults, Rich Wallace and Sandra Neil Wallace put their investigative reporting skills to the test. They located the teenagers who protested alongside Daniels, unearthed never-before-published private journals, and uncovered the previously unknown roles Jonathan played in major civil rights events. Weaving a fast-paced, heart-pounding account of the danger Daniels faced and the depth of his activism, this is a passionate and inspiring portrait of an unsung freedom fighter whose story must be told.
By: Sandra Neil Wallace, and others
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Red Cloud
- A Lakota Story of War and Surrender
- By: S.D. Nelson
- Narrated by: Darrell Dennis
- Length: 43 mins
- Unabridged
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From the intrusion of white settlers into Lakota territory, to the treaties signed with the U.S. government, and to the many subsequent battles, Red Cloud explains how the Lakota became the only nation to win a war against the U.S. Army on American soil. However, unlike fellow warriors Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, Red Cloud eventually came to accept the inevitable advance of white civilization. He submitted to change and moved his followers onto a reservation.
By: S.D. Nelson
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Europa medieval para niños [Medieval Europe for Children]
- Una guía fascinante de la Edad Media en la historia europea (Historia para los pequeños) [A Fascinating Guide to the Middle Ages in European History (History for Children)]
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Luis Trumper
- Length: 1 hr and 15 mins
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¿Alguna vez te has preguntado cómo habría sido tu vida si hubieras nacido en otro período de tiempo? ¿Qué tal si hubiera sido durante la Edad Media? ¿Habrías corrido con la suerte de vivir como caballero, como señor o señora, o incluso como rey o reina? ¿O habrías sido como la mayoría de los campesinos, con una dura vida y sometido a trabajos forzados? ¿Es que todo el mundo vivía en castillos? ¿Qué hacía la gente para trabajar? ¿Y para divertirse? Descubrirás las respuestas a estas preguntas y mucho más en este increíble libro sobre la Europa medieval.
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Pterosaurs - Rulers of the Skies in the Dinosaur Age
- By: Caroline Arnold
- Narrated by: Kathleen McInerney
- Length: 30 mins
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One hundred million years ago, the skies were filled with enormous flying reptiles! With wings spans up to nearly forty feet, pterosaurs were the dominant life form on earth. Learn more about these incredible creatures and the world they inhabited.
By: Caroline Arnold
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África Medieval para Niños [Medieval Africa for Children]
- Una guía fascinante sobre Mansa Musa, el Imperio de Malí y otras civilizaciones africanas de la Edad Media (Historia para los pequeños)
- By: Captivating History
- Narrated by: Luis Trumper
- Length: 1 hr and 27 mins
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Cuando la mayoría de la gente piensa en la Edad Media, piensa en Europa. Las imágenes de caballeros, justas e incluso el cristianismo parecen arraigadas en nuestra percepción de la época medieval. Sin embargo, la Edad Media se extendió mucho más allá de Europa, que luchaba por reconstruirse tras la caída del Imperio romano. Puede que Europa avanzara a tientas durante unos mil años, pero África se convirtió en una potencia del comercio y la riqueza.
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Stars and Stripes
- A Kid’s Guide to Fun Facts and Activities for the Fourth of July
- By: Coaching Academy USA
- Narrated by: Rachel Hair
- Length: 1 hr and 21 mins
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Dive into the fun and excitement of Independence Day with Stars and Stripes! This engaging and educational book is designed especially for kids aged 7-12, blending history, crafts, recipes, and interactive activities to make the 4th of July a truly memorable holiday.