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Positive Affirmations for Black Kids is a vibrant, inspiring guide filled with hundreds of powerful, identity-affirming statements crafted especially for Black children. Designed to build self-esteem, boost confidence, and nurture emotional resilience, these affirmations help young minds develop a strong sense of self-worth and unshakable self-love.

After one trick too many, Loki is banished to live on Earth as a 'normal' school boy. Forbidden from using his awesome godly powers, Loki must show moral improvement. As he records, his lies the truth in his magical (judgemental) diary, it becomes clear Loki hasn’t a clue how to tell good from evil, trust from tricks or friends from enemies.

A BBC Radio 4 full cast dramatisation of the third adventure in C. S. Lewis' classic Narnia series.

Life in the small fishing village in the south of Calorman is all that young Shasta knows until, one day, he overhears his father planning to sell him into slavery to a stranger and discovers that he is not a fisherman's son after all. Shasta dicovers that the horse is called Bree, and that he comes from a magical land in the North.

In the quiet town of Silverhill, the stars don’t just sparkle—they whisper. Twelve-year-old Elara stumbles upon a secret sky above the hillside meadow, where shimmering stars murmur ancient stories, gentle wishes, and hidden truths. But only those with a kind and open heart can hear their soft voices. As Elara listens, she uncovers lost dreams, forgotten friendships, and a mystery that could change Silverhill forever. With the help of her loyal dog Bristle, a curious neighbor boy, and the guiding light of the stars, Elara learns that kindness is the key to unlocking the universe’s wonders.

Just when Lottie thought life might be going back to normal, everything goes wrong again! Amber’s hanging out with the Ultra Mean Girl Gang at school and is completely ignoring the Queens of Eight Green. Mum’s gone back to work and expects Lottie to ‘help around the house more’, Bella keeps biting everyone and Pot Noodle will not stop sniffing every dog’s bum. DISASTER!

Odin has given Loki another chance to prove himself worthy of Asgard. But earning everyone's trust is tricky, and when Thor's hammer goes missing, everyone blames Loki! Outrageous! To clear his name he must: 1) Find Thor's beloved hammer, 2) Uncover the real thief, 3) Force everyone to admit they were wrong. An easy feat for someone as handsome and clever as Loki.

Billy Plimpton is an 11-year-old boy with a big dream. He wants to be a stand-up comedian when he grows up: delivering pinpoint punch-lines and having audiences hang on his every hilarious word. A tough career for anyone, but surely impossible for Billy, who has a stammer. How will he find his voice, if his voice won't let him speak?

Treat your ears to a performance so rich and captivating you'll imagine yourself in the halls of Hogwarts. Wherever you listen, the unmistakable voice of Stephen Fry is guaranteed to guide you ever more deeply into this magical story and transport you to the heart of the adventure.

Stephen Fry brings the richness of these magical stories to life in the original British recordings. The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter - but that doesn't stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition. Then at Hallowe'en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons and Dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through - alive!

Treat your ears to a performance so rich and captivating you'll imagine yourself in the halls of Hogwarts. Wherever you listen, the unmistakable voice of Stephen Fry is guaranteed to guide you ever more deeply into this magical story and transport you to the heart of the adventure.

Treat your ears to a performance so rich and captivating you'll imagine yourself in the halls of Hogwarts. Wherever you listen, the unmistakable voice of Stephen Fry is guaranteed to guide you ever more deeply into this magical story and transport you to the heart of the adventure.

Steve likes to spend his mornings in the NCP village and trade his wheat for emeralds, armor, books, swords, and food. One morning, he finds that Zombies have attacked the villagers. The Zombies have also turned the village blacksmith into a Zombie, leaving Steve without a place to get swords. To protect himself and the few villagers that remain, Steve goes on a quest to mine for 40 diamonds, which are the most powerful mineral in the Overworld.

Millions of young listeners have loved the World's Worst Children tales. Now they will revel in this delightfully dreadful collection of the most gruesome grown-ups ever: The World's Worst Teachers. Think your teachers are bad? Wait till you meet this lot. These 10 tales of the world's most splendidly sinister teachers will have you running for the school gates. Dr Dread teaches science and is half man, half monster. Watch out for the ghastly Miss Seethe. She is always furious and she's on a detention rampage.

Katy Carr is a lively, daredevil oldest sister in a big family. She loves messing around outdoors, climbing on the garage roof or up a tree, cycling, skateboarding, swinging.... But her life changes in dramatic and unexpected ways after a serious accident. Inspired by the classic novel What Katy Did, Jacqueline Wilson creates an irresistible 21st-century heroine. Fans of Hetty Feather and Tracy Beaker will fall in love with Katy and her family too.

In the quiet village of Whispering Hollow, the nights are filled with a soft hush—until one evening, a faint, broken melody floats down from the sky. It is the call of the Star Bell, a magical bell once hung high among the stars, now silent and lost. When kind-hearted Luma hears its whisper, she sets off on a tender, dreamlike journey through glowing forests, moonlit meadows, and skies sprinkled with wonder.

Join Nimbus, a tiny puff of cloud, as he drifts into the sky for the very first time. Unsure how to float, fluff, or follow the dreamy winds, Nimbus feels out of place—until he discovers the Sleepy Cloud Parade, where every cloud twirls, glows, and dreams across the twilight sky. With the help of wispy mentors and giggling breezes, Nimbus learns that floating isn’t about being perfect—it’s about feeling light inside. A gentle bedtime journey filled with soft skies, starry lessons, and the magic of believing in your own drift.

Every night, Nico stares at the sky from his bedroom window, wondering who lights up the stars. One evening, a shimmering trail of stardust leads him to the clouds, where he meets the mysterious Star Painter—a gentle artist who colors the night with glowing constellations. As Nico helps mix the paints and place the stars, he learns that even the quietest hearts can create the brightest beauty. In the end, Nico finds his own way to shine—both in the sky and here on Earth.

The perfect introduction to the enchanted world of the Magic Faraway Tree for the youngest children. Discover the magic! A brand-new story where you can meet Silky, Moonface and Saucepan Man and explore the Magic Faraway Tree. On Moonface's birthday he wants to hold a party for all his special friends. He tries to bake a cake, but it ends up burnt. Will he find help in one of the wonderful lands at the top of the Faraway Tree?

When Heimdall and Hyrrokkin abandon their "children" to go on vacation, Odin sends Baldur—Thor's half-brother and god of making Loki look bad—to babysit. As Baldur and Thor bond, Loki's attempts to prove he's good start getting a bit desperate. After the drama teacher casts him as the villain in the school play, Loki starts to wonder whether there's any point in being good when everyone seems convinced of his villainy.

Jump on board with Silver, the Cruise Ship Kid, in the hilarious new detective adventure series from debut author and West-End actress, Emma Swan.