• Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library

    By Carole Boston Weatherford

    Read by Ron Butler

    Where is our historian to give us our side? Arturo asked.

    "All of the book's details paint Schomburg as an admirable, flawed, likable, passionate man whose lasting legacy, Harlem's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, opens its doors to all who would learn more about the people its founder knew had been left out of the written record. A must-read for a deeper understanding of a well-connected genius who enriched the cultural road map for African-Americans and books about them." - Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

    Available Tue Dec 12 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

  • Voices of Christmas

    Step into the shoes of those who witnessed Jesus's birth as they recount the wonder of it.

    Available Wed Nov 08 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • The Sweetest Story Bible

    By Diane Stortz

    Read by Roma Downey

    Sweet Thoughts and Sweet Words for Little Girls

    This Bible storybook relates moments in every girl's life to timeless truths found in God's Word.

    Available Tue Sep 26 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Freedom in Congo Square

    By Carole Boston Weatherford

    Read by J.D. Jackson

    Six more days to Congo Square.

    "...Unique in its subject and artistic expression, this beautiful book belongs in most collections." - School Library Journal, Starred Review

    Released Tue Jul 25 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

  • The Jesus Storybook Bible

    By Sally Lloyd-Jones

    Read by David Suchet

    Every Story Whispers His Name

    Every story whispers his name...

    "The Jesus Storybook Bible is as theological as it is charming...a very grown up children's Bible..." - Christianity Today

    Released Wed Jul 19 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Goodnight Warrior

    By Sheila Walsh

    Read by Sheila Walsh

    God's Mighty Warrior Bedtime Bible Stories, Devotions, and Prayers

    The perfect Bedtime Bible storybook for little warriors everywhere!

    Released Tue Apr 25 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Sweet Dreams Princess

    By Sheila Walsh

    Read by Sheila Walsh

    God's Little Princess Bedtime Bible Stories, Devotions, and Prayers

    The perfect Bedtime Bible storybook for little princesses everywhere!

    Released Tue Apr 25 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Isaac the Alchemist

    By Mary Losure

    Read by Steven Crossley

    Secrets of Isaac Newton, Reveal'd

    A true story of Isaac Newton’s boyhood suggests an education owing as much to magic as science.

    "...the author adds details from history and from her understanding of human behavior that make this splendid story both convincing and accessible to her readers...Narrative nonfiction at its best and most convincing." - Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

    Released Tue Feb 14 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Beastly Brains

    By Nancy F. Castaldo

    Read by Charon Normand-Widmer

    Exploring How Animals Think, Talk, and Feel

    Can a lemur tell a lie? Could a toucan use tools? Will a ferret help a friend?

    "This provides an excellent starting point for budding scientific minds and offers many resources to encourage listeners to get involved and start scientifically exploring their surroundings." - Booklist

    Released Tue Feb 07 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • A Spy Called James

    By Anne Rockwell

    Read by Rodney Gardiner and Qarie Marshall

    The True Story of James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Double Agent

    The true story of a slave who helped America earn its freedom & must now fight to gain his own!

    "Perfect for young listeners wanting to know about the Revolutionary War and African American History." - School Library Journal, Starred Review

    Released Tue Jan 31 00:00:00 UTC 2017
    English, Unabridged

  • Groundhog Day!

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    Shadow or No Shadow

    Learn why we ask a groundhog to predict the weather in this colorful explanation of the holiday!

    "Kids will enjoy this introduction to a fun, if minor, winter holiday." - Booklist

    Released Fri Dec 30 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Off The Map

    By Meriwether Lewis and William Clark

    Read by Pat Grimes

    The Journals of Lewis and Clark

    A notable social studies trade book for young people about the famous expedition of Lewis and Clark.

    "Judicious editing and handsome design are evidence of the authors'...creative introduction of historic source materials..." - Publishers Weekly

    Released Tue Nov 29 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Ada's Ideas

    By Fiona Robinson

    Read by Rosalyn Landor

    The Story of Ada Lovelace, the World's First Computer Programmer

    A compelling portrait of a woman who saw the potential for numbers to make art!

    "The text's lilting quality will stick with aural learners long after the book is over...Robinson celebrates Lovelace for her powerful analytical mind in spite of an overbearing mother, an absent father, and a restrictive social position...VERDICT A fascinating and uplifting STEAM selection, highly recommended for biography collections." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Nov 22 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • How a House is Built

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Jon Bennett

    Learn about the tools, materials and workers needed to build a house from basement to roof!

    "With her usual skill, Gibbons makes the process easy to understand...Although children in some parts of the country will not relate specifically to houses with basements or septic systems, How a House Is Built provides basic, general information without oversimplifying...Women are well represented in many non-traditional roles..." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Nov 08 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Farming

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Jon Bennett

    An introduction to farming including animal care and the various chores done throughout the seasons.

    "...this is a good addition to the author's energetic how-to books." - Publishers Weekly

    Released Tue Oct 04 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Louisiana Purchase

    By Peter Roop and Connie Roop

    Read by Pat Grimes

    A guide for young readers to understand the historic purchase of land by President Jefferson.

    "...a good, concise history of the Louisiana Territory, written in terms accessible to middle-graders." - Booklist

    Released Fri Sep 30 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • The Vegetables We Eat

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    Youngsters will learn where and how vegetables grow and why they are so good for us to eat.

    "A clear, informative introduction to eight groups of vegetables...A simple, effective approach to the topic." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Sep 20 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • The Fruits We Eat

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    Youngsters learn where and how fruits grow, where to buy them, & how they fit into a healthy diet.

    "...succinctly presented text...Kids will learn some surprising facts (for instance, olives are fruits), and a trivia section at the end may encourage further research...A charming addition to nutrition and food units." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Sep 20 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • I, Columbus

    By Peter Roop and Connie Roop

    Read by Pat Grimes

    My Journal 1492-1493

    A firsthand account of Columbus's famous voyage to the East, taken from his journal entries.

    "These excerpts make for engrossing reading...direct and surprisingly accessible text...delicate but fresh flavor of the ink drawings." - Publishers Weekly

    Released Tue Aug 30 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

    Other available formats MP3 CD

  • Just a Lucky So and So

    By Lesa Cline-Ransome

    Read by Arnell Powell

    This tribute to Louis Armstrong tells the story of a virtuoso musician who personified jazz.

    "A solid choice for school libraries and collections looking to freshen up biography collections." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Aug 16 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Hurricanes!

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Chris Lutkin

    An informative video that teaches young viewers what to do if a dangerous storm is on the way.

    "Hurricanes are serious business, but Gibbons...detail[s] their destructive powers without the information ever becoming too frightening...in this intriguing introduction." - Booklist

    Released Tue Aug 02 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Tornadoes!

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Chris Lutkin

    Youngsters learn how tornadoes form, the scale to classify them, and what to do in case one is near.

    "Younger readers and listeners alike will be riveted." - Booklist

    Released Tue Aug 02 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Voice of Freedom

    By Carole Boston Weatherford

    Read by Janina Edwards

    Fannie Lou Hamer - Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement

    Stirring poems and stunning illustrations combine in this acclaimed biography of Fannie Lou Hamer.

    “Bold, honest, informative, and unforgettable.” - Kirkus Reviews (Starred Review)

    Released Tue Jul 12 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Drum Dream Girl

    By Margarita Engle

    Read by Adriana Sananes

    How One Girl's Courage Changed Music

    A young girl fulfills her dreams in this audio treatment of the acclaimed Pura Belpre Award winner.

    "A beautiful account of a young girl's bravery and her important contribution toward gender equality in the creative arts." - Kirkus, starred review

    Released Tue May 24 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Funny Bones

    By Duncan Tonatiuh

    Read by Armando Duran

    Posada and His Day of the dead Calaveras

    Discover the little-known story of Mexican artist José Guadalupe Posada, in this 2016 Sibert winner.

    "Playful but informative... a fascinating introduction to the artist and his work." - Booklist

    Released Tue Apr 19 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • St. Patrick's Day

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    A children's story about the background and legends of St. Patrick's Day.

    "In a book similar to those she's done for topics ranging from boats to birthdays, Gibbons offers information about St. Patrick's Day in an easily digestible text and a clean, colorful format. She covers the salient details of Patrick's life--his boyhood in slavery, his return to Britain, where he was ordained, and his life dedicated to the conversion of the Irish--and she highlights the symbols and happenings of St. Patrick's Day. At the conclusion, she describes some of St. Patrick's miracles, one to an illustrated box. The artwork, as one would expect, is heavily accented with green and is typical of Gibbon's work--simply drawn, yet full of zest and quite appealing for its audience. A festive addition to holiday shelves." - Booklist

    Released Tue Jan 12 00:00:00 UTC 2016
    English, Unabridged

  • Valentine's Day Is...

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    Valentine's Day is cupids, hearts, candy, flowers and giving valentine cards to those we care about.

    "In this engaging book, Gibbons covers the history and customs of the holiday as well as what it means to children today...A good choice for updating holiday collections." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Dec 08 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • The Moon Book

    A simple way to learn the purpose of the moon and its story.

    "...A fine resource for school and public library collections." - Booklist

    Released Tue Nov 10 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • Goldie Takes a Stand!

    By Barbara Krasner

    Read by Erin Yuen

    Golda Meir’s First Crusade

    Based on a true episode in the early life of Golda Meir.

    “…a delightful and educational listening experience. This is an important addition to both school and public library collections. Recommended.” - School Library Journal, starred review

    Released Tue Aug 11 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • Viva Frida

    By Yuyi Morales

    Read by Adriana Sananes

    The Caldecott Honor Book and the 2015 Pura Belpre Award winner is now on audiobook.

    Starred review. "...an ingenious tour de force." - The Horn Book

    Released Tue May 26 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • Looking at Lincoln

    By Maira Kalman

    Read by Elizabeth Cottle

    Celebrate Lincoln's remarkable life in a fresh and exciting way.

    Starred review. "Kalman's fond and bittersweet account of our lanky 16th president evokes both a schoolgirl crush and a Yankee's steely, sorrowful perspective on the price of freedom... Rather than pen a textbook profile, Kalman portrays heartfelt admiration through poignant imagery." - Publisher's Weekly

    Released Tue Jan 20 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • Thomas Jefferson

    By Maira Kalman

    Read by Susie Berneis

    Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Everything

    Discover the fascinating life and interests of the Renaissance man who was our third president.

    Starred review. "Vibrant gouache paintings - some full-spread, some more intimate images - capture Jefferson’s family and colleagues, his interests and pursuits, his lavish home, and its inferior slave quarters. The voice is that of a curious child reporting fascinating research findings. The rangy tone, however, allows Kalman to supply a wealth of information... Playful but informative, as quick witted as Jefferson himself, this will...inspire young readers to learn more." - Booklist

    Released Tue Jan 20 00:00:00 UTC 2015
    English, Unabridged

  • Benny Goodman and Teddy Wilson

    By Lesa Cline-Ransome

    Read by Sean Crisden

    Taking the Stage As the First Black-and-White Jazz Band in History

    "A solid exploration of a...historically significant moment in American music." - Kirkus Reviews.

    "This is a story that deserves to be heard and experienced by all." - School Library Journal (audio review)

    Released Tue Dec 30 00:00:00 UTC 2014
    English, Unabridged

  • Anna and Solomon

    By Elaine Snyder

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    "An American story that is at once personal, timeless and universal." - Kirkus Reviews

    “This celebration of love, family, and hard work will resonate…” - School Library Journal (audio review)

    Released Tue Nov 11 00:00:00 UTC 2014
    English, Unabridged

  • Thanksgiving Is...

    By Gail Gibbons

    Read by Qarie Marshall

    "This [is a] cornucopia of all things Thanksgiving...." School Library Journal

    "Much of the book is devoted to contemporary celebrations with scenes showing activities that will be familiar to many children. Each of these snapshots begins "Thanksgiving is..." and lap readers and storytime participants will quickly supply the simple responses." - School Library Journal

    Released Tue Oct 07 00:00:00 UTC 2014
    English, Unabridged