Grace continues her war adventures over seas in France, continuing her work for the Red Cross. Set during World War I, Loyal Heart finds herself in much peril as she helps with the fight against the Germans. Summary by ashleighjane
24 episodes
The Just So Stories generally have the theme of a particular animal being altered from an original form to its current form by the acts of human kind or some magical being. Whale has a tiny throat because he swallowed a mariner, who tied a raft inside to block the whale from swallowing other men. The Camel has a hump given to him by a djinn as punishment for the camel's refusing to work (the hump allows the camel to work longer between times of eating). And so on throughout the book. A fun collection of stories with something for everyone Summary by Michele Eaton
Editor Michele Eaton
How the Whale got His Throat
Narrator: Rachel
Whale: Kristin Gjerløw
Stute Fish: Newgatenovelist
Mariner: Bob Scott
How the Camel got His Hump
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Camel: Gideon Snow
Horse: Newgatenovelist
Dog: Lydia
Ox: E Snow
Man: John Burlinson
Djinn: Kristin Gjerløw
How the Rhinoceros got his Skin
Narrator: Rachel
Rhinoceros: Kristin Gjerløw
Parsee Man: Newgatenovelist
How the Leopard got his Spots
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Leopard: Kristin Gjerløw
Ethiopian: John Burlinson
Baviaan: E Snow
Zebra: Newgatenovelist
Giraffe: Gideon Snow
The Elephants Child
Narrator: Ted Delorme
Elephant's Child: Rachel
Kolokolo Bird: Newgatenovelist
Python: Beth Thomas
Crocodile: Kristin Gjerløw
Baboon: E Snow
The Sing Song of Old Man Kangaroo
Narrator: Peter Tucker
Kangaroo: Algy Pug
Dingo: Beth Thomas
Nquong: Kristin Gjerløw
Nqa: E Snow
Nquing: Newgatenovelist
The Beginning of the Armadillos
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Mother Jaguar: Newgatenovelist
Painted Jaguar: E Snow
Hedgehog: Kristin Gjerløw
Tortoise: Bob Scott
How the First Letter was Written
Narrator: Vin Reilly
Taffy: Rachel
Tegumai: ToddHW
Teshumai: Kristin Gjerløw
Tewara Man: Peter Yearsley
Head Chief: John Burlinson
Tribal Lady 1: Beth Thomas
Tribal Lady 2: Lydia
Tribal Lady 3: Newgatenovelist
How the Alphabet was Made
Narrator: Vin Reilly
Taffy: Rachel
Tegumai: ToddHW
Teshumai: Kristin Gjerløw
The Crab that Played with the Sea
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Pau Amma The Crab: John Burlinson
Man: Tony Addison
Magician: Kristin Gjerløw
Girl: Rachel
Elephant: E Snow
Cow: Roohi
Beaver: Newgatenovelist
Turtle: Joseph Tabler
Fisherman: Peter Yearsley
Rat: Lydia
The Cat that Walked by Himself
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Cat: Lydia
Woman: Rachel
Man: E Snow
Wild Dog: Kristin Gjerløw
Wild Horse: Newgatenovelist
Bat: Bob Scott
The Butterfly that Stamped
Narrator: Beth Thomas
Suleiman-bin-Daoud: John Burlinson
Balkis: Newgatenovelist
butterfly: E Snow
Butterfly's Wife: Rachel
Egyptian Queen: Kristin Gjerløw
Ethiopian Queen: Roohi
Persian Queen: Lydia
Animal From the Deep: Gideon Snow
12 episodes
The last volume of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag is another collection of stories by Louisa May Alcott. From preparing for Thanksgiving (with your parents away!) to the adventures two dolls had on their way to Maine, to the strange tale told by the old seat, these are funny, sweet, and altogether delightful stories for all ages. (Summary by Rachel)
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag
Shawl-Straps: A Second Series of Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 3
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 4
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 5
Aunt Jo's Scrap-Bag Vol. 6
11 episodes
The Bobbseys are home from their adventure on the houseboat and now they're off to visit their cousins at Meadow Brook Farm. But they haven't even arrived before they encounter a runaway boy, a runaway dog, and a runaway ram! Meadow Brook proves even more exciting, what with wild animals, a missing twin, and even acting in a movie. It's the Bobbsey twins on another delightful adventure!
This the 7th in the Bobbsey Twins series, which were published by the Stratemyer Syndicate under the house pseudonym of Laura Lee Hope. - Summary by Summary by Rachel
22 episodes
"Baseball Joe" Matson's great ambition is to become a professional baseball pitcher. The Baseball Joe series follows his career as he seeks to attain his goal. In this volume, Joe follows the wishes of his parents and attends college, and seeks to join the Yale University varsity baseball nine. Much to his disappointment, he finds that he cannot immediately do so, due to a Yale rule barring Freshmen from placement on the varsity. We follow his college adventures through his first and second years, with emphasis on his trials in making the team in year two, including the attempts of a rival pitcher to keep him off the team.
Lester Chadwick is one of dozens of house pseudonyms created by the Stratemeyer Syndicate in the early to mid 1900's, to "author" children's series. Contract writers (whose identities were to remain unknown under tight secrecy) were hired to write the books in the series under the various names, usually multiple writers contributing volumes to a particular series. Howard R. Garis (1873-1962) is thought to have ghost-written most, if not all, of the 14-volume Baseball Joe series. - Summary by Donald Cummings
30 episodes
From the preface of the book: "To the present time, there has been no collection of stories and poems by Negro writers, which colored children could read with interest and pleasure and in which they could find a mirror of the traditions and aspirations of their race." This reader from 1920 is a collection of writings by an impressive line-up of African-American writers, activists, and educators. "It is the hope that this little book will find a large welcome in all sections of the country and will bring good cheer and encouragement to the young readers who have so largely the fortunes of their race in their own hands." - Summary by kathrinee and the editors.
68 episodes
A tale of the Riverpark Academy for cadets, in which there is growing discontent leading to a revolt against the academy's leaders. The rebellion takes the form of an unauthorized "holiday" in which a number of cadets leave the grounds for a some fun, including attending a circus. The story follows one cadet's descent into dishonor and disgrace, and how he strives to become an honorable boy again. - Summary by Donald Cummings
8 episodes
Ann Hawkshaw's fourth and final collection was published privately and named for her young grandson, Cecil Wedgwood. Written for children, the volume alternates prose with poetry and is lighter in tone than her earlier work, although poems such as 'The Discontented Stream' and 'The Ambitious Water-Lily' are tinged with a sense of waste. The final piece in the collection, 'In Memoriam', is a moving elegy on childhood death, which alludes to Hawkshaw's loss of three children including Cecil's mother who died shortly after his birth. - Summary by Phil Benson
6 episodes
Anne Shirley is grown up and married, and her six children are off having their own adventures with the Merediths - the four children of a widowed, absent-minded minister. Whether they're hiding a runaway home girl and plotting to save her from the orphanage or organizing a day of fasting to punish themselves for singing an awful song in the graveyard, their adventures and misadventures make this seventh Anne novel a different, but still delightful, story. Summary by RachelCast List:Narrator: Esther ben Simonides
Faith Meredith: Rachel
Una Meredith: Gaby
Jerry Meredith: Aaron M. Lebowitz
Carl Meredith: DanielDeronda
Mary Vance: Paula Priebe
Jem Blythe: Ashur Gharavi
Walter Blythe: Eddy Sherman
John Meredith: Mark Crowle-Groves
Rosemary West: Leanne Yau
Anne Blythe: Adele de Pignerolles
Susan Baker: Beth Thomas
Miss Cornelia: Michele Eaton
Other characters voiced by Ananda, aravagarwal, Lilith Branda, Mark Crowle-Groves, Mike Harris, Heidi Hoerman, Aaron M. Lebowitz, Arielle Lipshaw, kellymcgee, Rosalynn, MaryAnnS, Sonia, SuperCoconut, Twinkle, and Leanne Yau
Audio edited by Rachel and Twinkle
Additional proof-listening by Rachel and Beth Thomas.
36 episodes
This is an Alice in Wonderland-like story by German classical author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. It is taken from his Autobiography "Dichtung und Wahrheit" and recounts a story which Goethe says to have made up for the amusement of his friends. - Summary by Carolin
2 episodes
Children's Fictional Novel; an historic testament to family and school life in the 1800's; a mesmerizing and touching piece about a young boy's school experience, fun and spirited but which also includes the topic of bullying, relevant still. Written by Harriet Martineau, a noteworthy author, abolitionist and women's rights activist, who shed light on social issues in her skillfully written work. A Gutenberg Project piece, audio recorded by Jane Dever for Librivox.org and part of the public domain; originally published in 1844. Summary by Jane Dever
15 episodes
When her parents go to India for two years, 9 year old Jenny is cared for by her aunts. Aunt Abby is caretaker in a large many-roomed house, where Jenny meets and hears the stories of many interesting occupants. The owner of the house is remote in both location and character. She visits only occasionally, but what was her story, and how will she react to Jenny's presence? - Summary by Carod
22 episodes
This 1957 book contains thirteen pre-space-exploration stories for young readers. Some of the details show their dated composition (we now know the earth looks blue not green from space) but the sense of adventure will still hold attention for the young. - Summary by david wales
13 episodes
Penny Parker is a teen-aged sleuth and amateur reporter with an uncanny knack for uncovering and solving unusual, sometimes bizarre mysteries. The only daughter of widower Anthony Parker, publisher of the "Riverview Star," Penny has been raised to be self-sufficient, outspoken, innovative, and extraordinarily tenacious. Her cheerful, chatty manner belies a shrewd and keenly observant mind. Penny was the creation of Mildred A. Wirt, who was also the author of the original Nancy Drew series (under the pseudonym Carolyn Keene). Wirt became frustrated when she was pushed to "tone down" Nancy Drew and make her less independent and daring. With Penny Parker, Wirt had a freer hand and received full credit. Wirt once said, " 'I always thought Penny Parker was a better Nancy Drew than Nancy is." In HOOFBEATS ON THE TURNPIKE, Penny is drawn to a remote hill community by a tantalizing tale of a headless horseman who ranges the countryside at night. While investigating the bizarre tale, Penny and her best friend Louise Siddell encounter a quirky array of hill folk, including a feisty "granny woman" who is at war with a wealthy landowner. The headless horseman seems to be targeting the landowner, who has ignored repeated warnings that the dam he owns is unsafe. The tale takes an unusually serious turn when the dam breaks, flooding the community. Trapped by the flood, Penny heroically does what she can to help the community and to get the story out to the world. - Summary by Cheryl Adam
25 episodes
Extremely popular when it was published, this book was one of the first to include fairy tales which were not only didactic but also enjoyable and entertaining. But beware! These are not only fairy tales! They have lessons to teach and can be viewed as a historical document telling us very vividly about the time they were written. - Summary by Stav Nisser
18 episodes
This is a volume of five short stories for Children. Each of them contains a cute little learning experience and a happy end. - Summary by Carolin
5 episodes
Molly Brown has left Kentucky for the first time, to enter Wellington University. She has much to learn about college life, but she meets many new friends to help her fight her homesickness. (Ann Boulais)
Next book in the series: Molly Brown's Sophomore Days
23 episodes
It certainly has been an odd day for our Submarine Boys! First Jack Benson is asked by a German Professor to speak with him a hotel, then a French Chevalier wants to speak to Eph Somers. Both foreigners want the same thing, for the Submarine Boys to come work for their respective countries. But, as we will find out, our boys are as patriotic as they come! (Ann Boulais)
24 episodes
Molly Brown returns to her second year of college at Wellington. Along with her friends at Queen's Cottage, she struggles and triumphs over ordinary (for the day) trials and tribulations of a young woman on her own in a University setting. Summary by Debbie R. Baker Robinson.
Previous book in the series: Molly Brown's Freshman Days
Next book in series: audiobook in progress, not yet available.
21 episodes
Betty Ashton is so very bored! She is in her home, wanting something interesting to do, when she meets her new companion, Esther Clark. Esther has just arrived at the request of Mrs Ashton, to live with Betty and to help her in whatever way she needs. When the idea of becoming Camp Fire Girls is brought up by Esther, both their lives will change for the better. Adventure awaits! (Ann Boulais)
21 episodes
El caballero Carmelo es un cuento del escritor peruano Abraham Valdelomar, considerado por la crítica como lo mejor de toda su creación ficticia y uno de los cuentos más perfectos de la literatura peruana. Publicado el 13 de noviembre de 1913 en el diario La Nación de Lima, encabeza el conjunto de los cuentos denominados «criollos» o «criollistas», ambientadas durante la niñez del autor transcurrida en Pisco, una ciudad de la costa peruana, en medio del desierto. Contado en primera persona con un lenguaje tierno, conmovedor y ambientado en un entorno provinciano y rural, este cuento nos narra la historia de un viejo gallo de pelea llamado el Caballero Carmelo, que debe enfrentar a otro más joven, el Ajiseco. El Carmelo, sacando fuerzas de flaqueza, gana, pero queda gravemente herido y poco después muere, ante la consternación de sus dueños. Este es el tema central.
Como temas secundarios podemos mencionar la vida familiar en el hogar del protagonista-narrador (incluida las peripecias del gallo «Pelado») y la vida de los pescadores de la aldea San Andrés, cercana a Pisco. (Wikipedia)
5 episodes
Cedrik hat sehr jung seinen Vater verloren und wird liebevoll von seiner Mutter, die er wie einst Papa "Herzlieb" nennt, aufgezogen. Er ist Amerikaner mit Leib und Seele und weiß bereits als kleiner Junge, dass er einmal Republikaner werden will. Versteht sich, dass er, wie seine Freunde, der Spezereihändler und der Schuhputzer, etwas gegen die "Ristokraten" hat. Jedoch das Schicksal will es, dass er von solch einem Aristokraten im fernen England aufgezogen werden und sogar dessen Erbe antreten soll. Manchmal fragt sich allerdings der Leser, wer hier eigentlich wen erzieht. "Der kleine Lord" ist eine zu Herzen gehende Geschichte, in der es um Liebe und Wertschätzung geht, nicht zuletzt auch um Verantwortung und Hilfsbereitschaft gegenüber den Mitmenschen. Summary by Eva K.
14 episodes
This pussycat is out to have some adventurous fun in this enjoyable fairy tale for boys, girls and parents. Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson
22 episodes
In this third installment from the “Ragged Dick” series by Horatio Algers, Jr., the reader is reacquainted with some old friends and meets young Mark Manton. Mark is a match boy plagued by bad luck and an even worse guardian. But, with new friends, hard work, and smart choices, Mark may just find his luck taking a turn for the better. summary by tfaulder
13 episodes
When country girl Polly Milton comes to visit her friend Fanny Shaw, city life isn’t all she had hoped it would be. Thrown in the middle of a dysfunctional family, Polly remembers the teachings of her wise mother, and does her best to plant seeds of cheerfulness, honesty, and respect -- and teaching virtue by example.
Four years later, Polly returns to scratch out a living as a music teacher, but finds herself mixed up in much more than piano lessons. Through heartache and love triangles, temptation and tragedy, Polly’s story shows that even the dreams of old-fashioned girls can come true.
20 episodes
When their father mysteriously goes away, three children and their story-writing mother leave their comfortable life in London and move to a little house, Three Chimneys, in the country. Free to roam the countryside, Peter, Bobbie, and Phil make friends and enjoy adventures in and around the nearby railway station, and wave to the passing train each day, asking it to send their love to Father. There are
no magical adventures in this Nesbit story, but as usual her child characters are so realistic that you feel they are your friends!
14 episodes
This is a fantasy story about a little girl, 5-years old, who is the given the ability to converse with animals. - Summary by april6090
12 episodes
Delightful and touching this wonderful little story should appeal to both the young and young at heart. Having lived happily with their grandmother in a large country home all of their young lives Babs 5, and Teddy 7, suddenly find themselves uprooted to become the temporary charges of an uncle and rather selfish 'society' aunt as they await the return of their parents from INJA. Babs is fearless and her pranks, her embarrassing frankness and many complaints about what she claims are unnecessary rebukes from the adults in her life will make you smile and sometimes break your heart. Enjoy! - Summary by Celine Major
12 episodes
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, craft projects and more. This 13th issue of the serial, published on January 27, 1880, features an eclectic collection of stories sure to delight present-day children as it did the children of centuries past. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle
11 episodes
Another of the charming Mary Frances books, this one 'Among the Kitchen People', where young girls are encouraged to be mother's helper's in the kitchen, as Mary Frances wants nothing more than to be useful. She learns (and shares) how to make tea, toast and boiled eggs, among other things, as she enjoys adventures with her many friends, including Mantel Clock, Auntie Rolling Pin and Yellow Bowl. - Summary by Lynne Thompson
26 episodes
When Bob and Frank get in touch with their friend Jack in New Mexico via radio telephony, a desperate cry for help sends the Radio Boys on an adventure on the Mexican Border. - Summary by Chris Thompson
33 episodes
Sixteen Christmas stories or essays. (David Wales)
16 episodes
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, craft projects and more. This 14th issue of the serial, published on February 3, 1880, features an eclectic collection of stories sure to delight present-day children as it did the children of centuries past. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Summary by Jill Engle
11 episodes
The book is about a typical boy named Wendell, who lives in Boston and likes fairy stories and baseball MUCH more than fractions. Any more than this would be a spoiler! - Summary by Nan Dodge
17 episodes
Edward Sylvester Ellis was a major American author during the era of inexpensive fiction of the nineteenth century (dime novels). Because he wrote under dozens of pseudonyms, as well as under his own name, it is virtually impossible to know exactly how many books he wrote, but it is believed to be in the hundreds. He specialized in boys' stories, inspirational biography, and history for both children and adults. (From FictionDB.com)
This is a western, set in the Pecos River valley in the late 19th century, post Civil War era.
33 episodes
A charming family story told from the viewpoint of a nine-year-old girl. “You don't seem to understand," I whispered. "It's Christmas relationships that are worrying Carol and me so! It worries us dreadfully! Oh, of course we understand all about the Little Baby Christ! And the camels! And the wise men! And the frankincense! That's easy! But who is Santa Claus? Unless—unless—?" It was Carol himself who signaled me to go on. "Unless—he's the Baby Christ's grandfather?" I thought Derry Willard looked a little bit startled. Carol's ears turned bright red. "Oh, of course—we meant on his mother's side!" I hastened to assure him.” - Quote from the book.
12 episodes
Edward Sylvester Ellis was a major American author during the era of inexpensive fiction of the nineteenth century (dime novels). Because he wrote under dozens of pseudonyms, as well as under his own name, it is virtually impossible to know exactly how many books he wrote, but it is believed to be in the hundreds. He specialized in boys' stories, inspirational biography, and history for both children and adults. (From FictionDB.com)
This is a western, set in the Pecos River valley in the late 19th century, post Civil War era. This is the sequel to "In the Pecos Country", and the second half of the same story, begun in that book.
27 episodes
An adventure story for children, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a fun-filled book that shows life along the Mississippi River in the 1840s. Written by Mark Twain, the book shows masterfully-done satire, racism, childhood, and the importance of loyalty and courage- no matter the cost. - Summary by JayKitty76.
A note to parents: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is considered a children's classic, but contains racial slurs which, although "acceptable" in the time and place of the story's setting, will likely offend modern listeners
37 episodes
For many kids, Christmas time is the most exciting time of the year. Reading stories such as these can help making this season extra special and exciting. Or they can bring a little Christmas spirit into a different time of the year if they are read and listened to in spring or summer. In any case, children and grown-ups will find them enjoyable. - Summary by Carolin
17 episodes
This book is the first part of the Six Little Bunkers series, written using the pseudonym of Laura Lee Hope. It follows the lives of the Bunker family, with six children. - Summary by bhavya
25 episodes
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (commonly shortened to Alice in Wonderland) is an 1865 novel written by English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll. It tells of a girl named Alice falling through a rabbit hole into a fantasy world populated by peculiar, anthropomorphic creatures. The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children. It is considered to be one of the best examples of the literary nonsense genre. Its narrative course, structure, characters, and imagery have been enormously influential in both popular culture and literature, especially in the fantasy genre. ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice's_Adventures_in_Wonderland )
12 episodes
A doll, given to a young girl for her birthday, goes through adventures and faults to get her new mother to love her. - Summary by Emma Hatton
6 episodes
A slightly more complex sequel to Mark Twain's original book, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, this book really shows the true side of racism in quite a different light. A brilliant masterpiece, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn follows its protagonist, Huck Finn, as he travels down the Mississippi River and learns some very important things- and even learns to see his adoptive parent's servant in a different light. ( JayKitty76 )
44 episodes
Two young children, recently arrived back in England from India, discover their aunt's old gardener, and together they explore the beautiful hope of springtime, Easter, and eternal life. - Summary by Emily Isabella
4 episodes
The Lamb on Wheels is the third in the series of Make Believe Stories, about toys and dolls, made in the North Pole workshop of Santa Claus, who find themselves in toy stores, where they "make believe come to life," have games and adventures, and then hopefully go home with a boy or a girl. Does the Lamb on Wheels find her special boy or girl? Have a listen, and find out! - Summary by Nan Dodge
10 episodes
This is the 11th in the original series of books about the Bobbseys -- two sets of twins in one family, solving mysteries and having adventures. Bert and Nan are 12, Flossie and Freddie are six. There is a father who works, a mother who stays home, a cook, a handyman, and an assortment of animals.
- Summary by Nan Dodge
22 episodes
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children containing delightful serialized stories, short stories, fiction and nonfiction, poetry, and more. This 15th issue of the serial, published on February 10, 1880, features stories of Valentine's Day generosity, a royal child wedding, a hero dog, and how our modern calendar came to be. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. - Summary by Jill Engle
11 episodes
Harper's Young People was an illustrated weekly publication for children includes delightful serialized and one-off short stories, tales from history, poetry, puzzles and fun. This 16th issue of the serial, published on February 17, 1880, features stories of a baby saved from a flood, a lesson in the evils of shoplifting, a profile of the wild boar, a beloved child lost and then found with aid from birds, and much, much more. This serial was published by Harper & Brothers, known today for their other publications Harper's Bazaar and Harper's Magazine. Summary by Jill Engle
9 episodes
This book tells of the important role of the plow, starting from its humble beginnings and how the plow has changed over time. This is achieved through a series of small stories set during different time periods in history. The introduction of the book encourages us to, "learn all you can about plows, even if you live in a great city. City people would soon starve if there were no plows and plowmen at work to raise food for them. Not even the strongest locomotives or the most wonderful printing-presses are so necessary to us as plows. Learn all you can about them!" - Summary by SweetHome
10 episodes
Edited by Andrew Lang, this book is an anthology of interesting stories about a wide variety of diffferent animals collected from numerous sources. - Summary by Elsie Selwyn
67 episodes
