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The Native American was a true lover of nature and close observer of the sights and sounds about him. He delighted in composing tales that offered imaginative explanations for everything--from simple stories about creation to fanciful accounts of how animals acquired certain physical characteristics. This entertaining collection of 22 stories, compiled nearly a century ago by a devotee of Indian lore who considered them "well-worth saving," recounts...
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Each booklet in the collection is inspired by traditional stories and allows novice readers to discover the marvelous world of fables. The author uses simple phrasing to recount the adventure of legendary characters. The illustrations help support the narrative and promote further study. Furthermore, each tale
delivers an important moral or life lesson that activates the imagination of young readers and encourages them to make deeper and more meaningful...
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Maria and the Magic of the Rainbow was recognized for excellence in writing as the finalist in Readers Favorite International Book Awards for a Children's Fable, and was awarded their Five Star seal for multiple five-star reviews.
Excerpts from Readers' Favorite Reviews: "This is a book that all children should have!"
"An enchanting tale that is a celebration of our differences."
"Flawless writing that brings the story to life vividly."
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Craig and Linda's parents have taken them to Canada this summer far away from "that wicked monster Nessie." But there's a secret passageway between Loch Ness and Lake Memphrémagog in Quebec. The passageway is part of a crumbling maze. Nessie's daughter, the Princess Sheona, has become trapped.
Craig and Linda pay their last visit to Nessie's Grotto, and turn its care over to frightened 7-year-old Angus and his sister Haining, who is going to be...
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Jasmine is a pretty typical teenager. She does pretty well to be an only child: very independent, does very well in school, studies hard, and has a very easygoing personality.
Until, one day, Jasmine's mom brought a bag of jellybeans, and Jasmine's world changed in a blink of an eye.
In this story, the jellybeans are alive. And they destroy everything they come in contact with, bringing havoc and a world full of destruction. They have brought so...
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Based on legends, traditions and true locations. A chapter book: Written for confident readers aged 7-10 years.
Meet some unusual quirky characters and be lost in wonder with magical adventures, set in the fascinating Bernese Oberland. Thrilling tales, wonderful settings, breathtaking scenery, extraordinary animals. Imagine why there are strange things happening in the mysterious Rischenen valley? And, what an avalanche disaster has to do, with a...
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Once upon a time, many, many years ago, God created a lovely forest. Surrounding the forest were beautiful mountains with snow-covered peaks. Big green trees grew on the mountains and on the forest floor. Below the mountains were winding streams with clear, cold running water that came from the melting mountain snow. Living in the forest were many different types of plants, animals, and birds. All the plants, trees, and wildlife spoke the same language...
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Handed down from generation to generation, these intriguing maritime legends from around the globe describe a magical world beneath and above the waves. They range from the origins of the sea, as recounted in the Mahabharata and other ancient epics, to colorful instances in English literature that reflect the age-old superstitions observed by mariners and the seafaring community. Some of these stories attempt to interpret and explain observable phenomena...
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Meryl's mother was a great bard—a storyteller and musician who sang of life and the world around her. Meryl, already an orphan, wants to follow in her mother's footsteps. Highly spirited and curious, she has broken a sacred rule and has been suspended from her studies. Undaunted, Meryl decides to achieve her goal another way—she undertakes a quest in search of the mythical Avalon. Her great adventure leads her to find her own true voice through...
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Embark on a captivating journey through "Whispers of the Enchanted Forest: Magical Journeys for Little Ones," where every page is a portal to a realm of wonder and whimsy. In this enchanting collection, young readers will be transported to a magical world filled with talking animals, mischievous fairies, and daring adventures.
The tales within are carefully crafted to not only entertain but also to instill valuable lessons. As the moonlight dances...
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Each booklet in the collection is inspired by traditional stories and allows novice
readers to discover the marvelous world of fables. The author uses simple
phrasing to recount the adventure of legendary characters. The illustrations
help support the narrative and promote further study. Furthermore, each tale
delivers an important moral or life lesson that activates the imagination of
young readers and encourages them to make deeper and more meaningful
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St. Nicholas: A man who has the power to manipulate dreams by travelling in the dreamlike dimension. The story of his heroic adventures and how fate will give him the nickname of Santa Claus. "Year 336 A.D. and Constantinople is the capital of the Roman Empire. On the throne reigns its founder Constantine I, engaged in palace intrigues and war against the barbarian invasions. Nikolaos, Bishop, protector and spiritual guide of the city of Myra, fights...
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"The Giggle Garden Chronicles" by Adam Smith is a delightful collection of joyful fairy tales designed specifically for children. This exceptional compilation offers a series of bedtime stories that are not only enjoyable but also soothing, creating a perfect atmosphere for bedtime. Through these enchanting tales, the author imparts numerous virtues to young readers, fostering enthusiasm for the pleasure of reading. Each story within the collection...
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Duncan Williamson, one of Scotland's Travelling People, has been celebrated as the bearer of Scotland's greatest national treasure: the richest trove of story and song in Europe. In this collection, he passes on some of these wonderful children's folk and fairy tales, collected from sixty years of traveling around Scotland. This collection includes stories about silver horses and golden birds, cunning lions and trilling nightingales, brave princesses...
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Each booklet in the collection is inspired by traditional stories and allows novice readers to discover the marvelous world of fables. The author uses simple phrasing to recount the adventure of legendary characters. The illustrations help support the narrative and promote further study. Furthermore, each tale
delivers an important moral or life lesson that activates the imagination of young readers and encourages them to make deeper and more meaningful...
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Discover the world's most terrifying mythical creatures that have been scaring people for generations, from Beowulf's Dragon to Frankenstein and Bigfoot. Since ancient times man has invented strange creatures to populate unexplored or uninhabited areas. Mythical Monsters describes the results of active imaginations which have been used to scare children for generations. Illustrated throughout with stunning, full-colour artworks, each of the 44 mythical...
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Les merveilleux contes rassemblés dans ce livre sont un voyage magique à travers des histoires imaginatives qui ont enchanté des générations d'enfants. Chaque page est une fenêtre ouverte sur un monde fantastique o des animaux qui parlent, des princes et des princesses, des sorcières et des lutins vivent des aventures passionnantes et apprennent d'importantes leçons de vie. En feuilletant les pages de ce livre, les enfants seront transportés...
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