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Hail the size of golf balls drops from the sky. Strong winds send cars sailing through the air as if they were small toys. Most people look for cover when severe weather threatens. But storm chasers do the opposite - they look for the storms! Find out why these daredevils take the risk, what they’ve learned about severe weather, and the gear they use to stay safe.

Air travel is one of the safest methods of transportation, but when a disaster happens, it captures the public's imagination. Learn about how airplanes are built, how researchers investigate a crash, how engineers are making planes safer, and more.

Allosaurus and its relatives were fierce and dangerous predators. Dinosaurs in this group had deadly claws and razor-sharp teeth.

Dark hollows form deep underground. Caves create underground rooms of discovery. Listen to Caves to find out the mysteries hidden inside these landforms.

Science-based, clear instructions guide listeners through experiments pertaining to Earth, including its rotation in space, seasons, gravity, and matter. An engaging way to support the Next Generation Science Standards. Experiments are simple, accessible, and something that could be used at a science fair, in the classroom, or at home. Exploring the planet has never been simpler.

The rumbling ground could only mean one thing: an earthquake. Learn about where and how earthquakes form, how scientists predict them, how structures are built to withstand them, and more.

Did you know that whale sharks are sometimes called domino fish because of the spots on their backs? How about that the smallest recorded whale shark was only 15 inches long? Or that whale sharks have teeth on their eyes? Perfect for all animal lovers—and whale shark fans in particular—this book is filled with information that young listeners will love to learn. From where whale shark habitats are found to what it's like to be a whale shark to why whale sharks are endangered, this book gives listeners all the facts they know to become whale shark experts.

The weather is rainy today. Do you know what to do? Come explore the weather today and learn what to do on a rainy day.

You can't recycle a banana peel...can you? Learn about how composting your food scraps, egg cartons, and other wastes helps make Earth a greener place.

Did you know that elephants can't jump? How about that no two elephants have ears that are exactly alike? Or that elephants all walk on tiptoe? Perfect for all animal lovers—and elephant fans in particular—this book is filled with information that young listeners will love to learn. From where elephant habitats are found to what it's like to be an elephant to why elephants are endangered and who has been working hard to save them, this book gives listeners all the facts they know to become elephant experts.

Rocky peaks rise above earth’s surface. Mountains come in all shapes and sizes. Listen to Mountains to learn how these landforms take shape.

In an immersive, exciting narrative nonfiction format, this powerful book follows a selection of people who experienced the 2010 Haiti Earthquake.

Swim along with the clown fish on the reef. These eye-catching fish live in anemones for safety and food. Learn what they eat and how they survive in the big ocean.

What’s that red-haired animal swinging through the rain forest’s trees seemingly without a care in the world? It’s an orangutan! Aside from all that red hair, these beautiful beasts look almost human, but they’re a lot stronger. Learn more about these colorful animals, including how they live, how clever they are, how they’re dealing with a shrinking habitat, and what you can do to help.

Camels are experts at surviving in harsh heat. Find out how camels live in the desert.

This book shines a light on the subject of seasons. The Sun shines unevenly on our spinning world. Different amounts of sunshine heat our Earth differently, and amazingly cause seasons. As a bonus, we see how sunshine links to what we breathe, drink, and eat, too. Listen to this book for the exciting true story of seasons and how they impact all life on Earth!

Es ist Spätsommer, als der Seehund Minik sich auf den Weg macht: hinaus in die Ostsee, einem geheimnisvollen Klang folgend. Aber die See ist nicht nur voll verborgener Schönheit, dort lauern auch viele Gefahren – Gefahren, die oft von den Menschen ausgehen. Da lernt Minik den Buckelwal Lottazwei kennen, der ihm mehr als einmal das Leben rettet. Lottazwei möchte die Ostsee verlassen und Minik schließt sich seinem neuen Freund an. Gemeinsam brechen sie auf.

Ein heftiger Sturm tost durch das Flusstal, als fünf Wolfswelpen geboren werden. Der letzte Welpe ist eine winzige Wölfin. Ausgerechnet sie nimmt sich vor, die allergrößte Jägerin zu werden. Und Anführerin obendrein! Das Rudel tauft sie „Fünf“, schwört ihr Schutz und lehrt sie Mut und Weisheit. Bis die Wölfin losziehen muss, um sich einer Welt voller Abenteuer und Bedrohungen zu stellen. Immer an ihrer Seite: der Rabe Raak. Denn allein ist selbst der größte und klügste Wolf verloren.

Checker Tobi - Coole Wissensvermittlung auf Augenhöhe. Warum ist der Wald wichtig für unser Klima? Was ist ein Plastikstrudel? Und was haben Rinderpupse mit dem Klimawandel zu tun? Rund um unsere Umwelt stellt Checker Tobi die Fragen, die die Kids der Fridays for Future Generation interessieren. Gemeinsam mit dem frechen Robotermädchen Roberta findet er in diesem Hörspiel heraus, wie wir unsere Umwelt schützen können und warum es dabei auch auf Kleinigkeiten ankommt.

Während Neo im Park bunte Eichhörnchen beobachtet, staunt Esme über die Spinne am Fenster. Und Marie nascht mit Oma ganz viele Beeren - direkt aus dem Garten. Ein erstes Hörbuch mit elf liebevollen Geschichten über unsere Natur, wie sie von Kleinkindern wahrgenommen wird, lädt zum Entdecken der eigenen Umwelt ein. Ergänzt wird die Produktion mit Liedern rund um das Thema Natur und Draußensein.