Showing results for "Julia" in Anthologies & Short Stories

Travel the world with the little snail and the humpback whale, soar through the sky with the witch and her animal friends, join the Gruffalo's Child as she searches for the mysterious Big Bad Mouse and enjoy the world inside a book with Charlie Cook! The Snail and the Whale and Other Stories is brilliantly performed by well-known actors Josie Lawrence, Steven Pacey and Imelda Staunton, and each story also has a song and sound effects, with a total running time of an hour.

Relive the tale of Sleeping Beauty, a beautiful princess hidden away, a witch's curse, her fairy godmothers, a handsome prince, and the magic of true love's kiss, in this collection of classic tales from Charles Perrault and the Brothers Grimm.

Ellen's life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From going to ballet class to staying at Ellen's grandparents' house, causing mischief with their furry friends, having fun at Halloween and taking the princess test, you can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.

Ellen's life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From battling with Dragon Pox to helping out with the local pantomime, celebrating birthdays, having fun at the fair and starting at a new school, there are always adventures to be had.

Ellen's life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From exploring a hospital after Ellen falls off her bike to chasing after Mirror-Belle's magic ball, going to the seaside and joining the unusual pets club, you can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.

Christmas with Princess Mirror-Belle features two festive stories from Julia Donaldson. Ellen gets a big shock when her reflection climbs out of a mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess, and a very mischievous one at that. Join Mirror-Belle as she sweeps Ellen into hilarious Christmassy escapades - from joining in with the Christmas ballet show to attending Ellen's friend's fancy-dress party and trying to catch Father Christmas!

From the best-selling author of The Gruffalo, Julia Donaldson, comes Princess Mirror-Belle, the exciting adventures of a princess with a difference. Ellen gets a big shock when her double appears out of the bathroom mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess and a very mischievous one at that. Join magically mischievous Mirror-Belle as she comes popping out of Ellen's mirror to sweep her into a variety of hilarious escapades.

Mary Poppins takes Jane and Michael on a gravity-defying tea party on the ceiling. Meet the boy who rescues a beached dolphin. Can the barber keep the secret of the Rajah’s big ears?

From the best-selling team behind What the Ladybird Heard, Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks, Princess Mirror-Belle and the Party Hoppers is a delightful adventure perfect for independent listeners. Ellen gets a big shock when her double appears out of the bathroom mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess, and a very mischievous one at that.

Ellen gets a big shock when her double appears out of the bathroom mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess, and a very mischievous one at that. Join magically mischievous Mirror-Belle as she comes popping out of Ellen's mirror to sweep her into a variety of hilarious escapades - from Mirror-Belle muscling in on Ellen's seaside holiday to the return of Prince Precious Paws. You can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.

The Banks family are searching for a nanny. Macaw the parrot helps out at the fish and chip shop and a stonecutter dreams of becoming an emperor.

Mary Poppins takes Jane and Michael on a topsy-turvy day. A boy watches over a beautiful swan. These classic stories are wonderful to share and enjoy with your child at any time of the year.

Paddington Bear tries to buy a birthday present, the animals of Brambly Hedge set off to the seaside. A greedy queen insists on having the biggest tree in the world, but will Cinderella get to go to the ball?

Paddington Bear has a magical moment, the animals of Brambly Hedge are struggling at the dusty mill. Lara’s godmother sorts out a noisy lion, and Rapunzel is rescued from the tower.

In a partnership with We Need Diverse Books, industry giants Kwame Alexander, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Peña, Tim Federle, Grace Lin, Meg Medina, Walter Dean Myers, Tim Tingle, and Jacqueline Woodson join newcomer Kelly J. Baptist in a story collection that is as humorous as it is heartfelt. This impressive group of authors has earned among them every major award in children's publishing and popularity as New York Times best sellers.

Conni ist ganz aufgeregt. Denn morgen kommt der Nikolaus! Jetzt nur noch schnell die Stiefel putzen und vor die Tür stellen. Doch abends bekommt Conni vor lauter Aufregung kein Auge zu. Hat sie da nicht eben ein Geräusch gehört? Bestimmt war das der Nikolaus, oder? Irgendwann schläft sie dann aber doch ein und am nächsten Morgen sind die Stiefel voll bis oben hin mit tollen Sachen. Und weil Papa gar nichts in seinem Schuh hat, steckt Conni ihm heimlich ein Marzipanbrot hinein. Jetzt kann er sich auch über den Nikolaus freuen!

Sadie the Spider is small as can be, but a hairy spider is all people see. They jump and yell and scream and shout, so off Sadie runs to find a place to hide out. Follow Sadie as she runs from house to garden and see if she can find a safe place to be....

Connis Nachbar "Mecker Herrmann" klingelt bei Familie Klawitter: Sein weißer Koi "Susumu" sei aus seinem Gartenteich verschwunden und wer sonst als Kater Mau habe ihn gefressen! Beweisen kann er es allerdings nicht. Conni findet es mehr als ungerecht, dass Mau gleich Hausarrest bekommt. Sie beschließt mit ihren Freunden Billy, Anna und Paul ein Detektivbüro in Pauls Gartenlaube einzurichten, um der Sache gründlich auf den Grund zu gehen. Paul hat auch schon das nötige Equipment für eine professionelle Spurensicherung parat.

Tall Tales for Short People will make you laugh, dream, and time travel. This collection of short stories is for kids ages four to eleven. Older kids can listen to some stories, such as "Jungle Music" and "Little Dragonfly", with their younger siblings.

Überraschungsfeste sind die schönsten. Als Talissia unbedingt ein großes Fest feiern will, muss Nelia sie bremsen – denn es ist nicht mehr genug Geld dafür in der Schatzkammer, das Fest muss warten. Talissia gefällt das gar nicht, sie schmollt und will ihren anderen Schwestern ihr Leid klagen. Aber keine hat Zeit für sie! Talissia fasst nicht, dass sich niemand Mühe gibt sie zu verstehen und zu trösten. Doch dann erkennt sie, warum ihre Schwestern und Freunde keine Zeit für sie hatten: Alle haben heimlich ein Picknick für sie vorbereitet, um ihr zumindest ein kleines Fest zu bescheren. Talissia ist überwältigt von dieser Überraschung.