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A Rainy Day Story

Rabbi Hanina feels sorry for himself when he becomes wet, cold and muddy from the rain. But when he goes inside his house—where he is warm, dry and happy—he feels selfish, knowing the parched Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • Dewey: [E]
  • Copyright: 2021

Brainteasers from Jewish Folklore

Full of Jewish folktales like "The Lazy Artist," and "Cheating the Inquisitor," this collection offers young readers 16 different riddles and stories that will challenge and entertain. Read More →

  • Dewey: 398.2'089924
  • Copyright: 1997

Bunyip in the Moon: A Tale from Australia

From the Series Tales of Honor

When a young woman is captured and brought under the spell of the feared Bunyip, one brave hunter sets out to save her. And while his bravery is finally rewarded, it is thought the Bunyip… Read More →

  • ATOS: 4.5
  • Dewey: 390
  • Copyright: 2015
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Chicken in the Kitchen

From the Series Lantana Global Picture Books

What would you do if you woke up one night to find the shadow of a giant chicken passing your bedroom door? Go and investigate, of course! When Anyaugo follows a giant chicken into her… Read More →

  • Lexile: 560
  • ATOS: 3.0
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2017

Imani's Moon

From the Series Live Oak Media eReadalong

'Imani the tiny' the children tease her, but this young Maasai girl is determined to touch the moon. Her mother shares stories of others who have overcome challenges and managed great… Read More →

  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2015

Kumba and Kambili: A Tale from Mali

From the Series Tales of Honor

When the village is terrorized by a lion, the hunter Kambili wishes to track down the beast. But his wife Kumba steps in to warn that the lion is an evil wizard. The lion-man proves no match… Read More →

  • Lexile: 490
  • ATOS: 2.9
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014
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Live Oak Media eReadalong Collection — Live Oak Media eReadalong Set

From the Series Live Oak Media eReadalong

eReadalongs are eBooks integrated with the fully-produced, high-quality audio productions that distinguish Live Oak Media in the field of children's recordings. Read by the most prominent… Read More →

  • Copyright: 2018
  • Live Oak Media eReadalong
  • List Price: $3,504.15
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One Last Wish: A Tale from India

From the Series Tales of Honor

A princess marries a man she loves in spite of his impending death. Due to her devotion and persistence, she is granted a wish, which she uses wisely. Themes: love, devotion, bravery. Read More →

  • Lexile: 480
  • ATOS: 3.1
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Boy and the North Wind: A Tale from Norway

From the Series Tales of Honor

In Norway, the cold winds blow from the north. But when the wind blows away the flour carried by the baker's young son, he sets out on a journey to insist it be returned. Themes:… Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 3.5
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Brave Servant: A Tale from China

From the Series Tales of Honor

The Lord of Luchow was a kind man, but his people are threatened with war. A loyal servant finds a way to protect his master and bring peace to the lands. Themes: bravery, intelligence, devotion. Read More →

  • Lexile: 570
  • ATOS: 4.0
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Girl Who Saved Yesterday

When the girl, Silence, is sent by the trees to save Yesterday, she doesn't know what her task is, only that it is important. Returning to the village that cast her out, Silence recognizes… Read More →

  • Lexile: 990
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2016

The Lute Player: A Tale from Russia

From the Series Tales of Honor

This is a story of love between an adventure-loving king and his queen who travels in disguise as a lute player to save the king after he is imprisoned during one of his journeys. Themes:… Read More →

  • Lexile: 580
  • ATOS: 4.1
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Princess and the Giant: A Tale from Scotland

From the Series Tales of Honor

When the king dies, the queen and her three daughters must work to survive. A giant steals from their garden, and then steals the daughters. The princesses outwit the giant to return home.… Read More →

  • Lexile: 600
  • ATOS: 3.8
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Tale of the Oki Islands: A Tale from Japan

From the Series Tales of Honor

Tokoyo, a skilled diver, is devoted to her father who has been banished by the emperor. She goes in search of him and in the process kills a sea dragon, breaking an evil spell. Tokoyo and her Read More →

  • Lexile: 540
  • ATOS: 3.7
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Wounded Lion: A Tale from Spain

From the Series Tales of Honor

Day after day, a poor young girl discovers a lion who needs her help. In time, her care for the lion and her dreams of a better life intersect in a most unusual way. Themes: compassion,… Read More →

  • Lexile: 580
  • ATOS: 3.6
  • Dewey: 398.2
  • Copyright: 2014

The Wren and the Sparrow

An old man, known as the Wren, plays his hurdy-gurdy, and with the help of his student, the Sparrow, brings hope and inspiration to the people of a small Polish town. A beautifully… Read More →

  • Lexile: 880
  • Dewey: [Fic]
  • Copyright: 2015