Stories to Read Aloud
Stories to Read Aloud
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Welcome to a World Full of Magic
An enchanting, highly illustrated read-aloud book which the whole family will love!
Unadulterated adventure in a glowing forest full of fantastical creatures.
Where have the fortuna lights gone? They were always visible in the sky above the Land of Light, but now they seem to have vanished. The only thing that can bring them back is an enchanted amulet – and this is what Karla and Frederik need to find! Together with their glowing snail Tini, the two friends set off on an adventure-packed hunt. It leads them deep into the Glimmering Forest, teeming with wondrous creatures. Here they encounter Earth Murpels and Night Elves, Candle Goblins and sinister Shadow Biters. However, nothing’s going to distract Karla and Frederik from their goal: to re-illuminate the Land of Light...
How can it be that there is suddenly no more light in the Glimmering Forest? And even the Blinking Moor has suddenly stopped blinking. Day by day it gets darker in the Land of Light ... Dark wings fly through towns and forests and make the light disappear. But where do these sinister creatures come from? And how can they be driven away again? Everyone is faced with a mystery and is looking for answers, including lively Karla and dreamy Prince Frederik. They set off into the western wilderness where they have to hike through the cold ice caves to the dark northern mountains. The two best friends soon realise that the dark wings are not the only problem. Because high in the north, far beyond the ice caves, an even greater threat is awakening ... Will Karla and Frederik manage to save the Land of Light? | 5 +
Hey, I’m Fia! I have to tell you about the Heart Gang’s brand-new adventures – because things are really happening again on Spielstraße! This time, our mission to spread kindness takes us to a haunted factory, where spooky surprises await. We also get to run Frida’s little shop for a day, travel back in time in a real time machine, and search for a missing stuffed animal.
And when someone tries to break up the Heart Gang? No chance! We come up with a brilliant plan – because, by thunder, we always stick together!
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A scarecrow and a bird as best friends: The grand finale of this odd couple – a magical rescue full of courage, clever twists, and true friendship in the style of The Wizard of Oz.
Mats Peep and Mathilde Scarecrow were only planning a quiet trip. But when Mats’ family mysteriously vanishes, their journey turns into a daring rescue mission across fantastical worlds.
From battling the whims of a treacherous waterway to racing through the skies in a flying village, from being
swallowed by a hungry hut to facing King Conker and his Roasted Guards in Meadowvale – Mats and Mathilde must rely on courage, cleverness, and the power of true friendship.
Together, they embark on their greatest adventure yet — leading to an unforgettable finale!
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When memories fade, love still remembers – a warm and tender story about dementia, from beloved children’s author Paul Maar and his daughter Anne.
Benny’s grandpa has been acting a little strange lately. He forgets where he’s put things, makes up funny new words, and once even put his shoes in the refrigerator! When Benny asks why, Grandpa sometimes gets cross – or very quiet.
Little by little, Benny begins to understand: Grandpa Bear is ill, and his memory isn’t what it used to be.
But even when things get confusing, there’s one thing they never forget – how to laugh together.
These stories come from a time when the Greek gods still lived atop Mount Olympus. Today, no gods remain on the mountain – maybe the airplanes scared them off…
Discover how Zeus became the thundering ruler of Olympus and why the Sphinx turned to stone. Find out how Theseus never lost track of his famous red thread, how Achilles got his one weak spot, and how the Trojans bet on the wrong horse – literally!
The classic myths of Ancient Greece – retold in a way that’s fun, exciting, and easy for kids to understand – with a generous splash of humor!
Reading fun and education in one: the most exciting Greek legends told in a child-friendly and humorous way.
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In "Tiger and Bear, it's Christmas time!", based on Janosch's famous characters and written by Florian Fickel, Tiger and Bear experience the magical anticipation of Christmas together with the traveling donkey Mallorca, who turns up one day in their cosy den. With his arrival, Tiger and Bear learn about the tradition of Christmas - a festival full of joy, decorations and presents that is celebrated over 24 days.
To shorten the waiting time and get fully in the mood for the festivities, they invent an innovative countdown tear-off calendar and a wish list mailbox in the hope of reaching the mysterious Mr. Santa Claus. As they embark on a quest to find the true spirit of Christmas, they open their hearts and their dens to other animals who would be alone in the cold season.
The book is a heart-warming story about friendship, solidarity and small happiness, told in 24 chapters that serve as an Advent calendar to read aloud. It offers great reading fun for children aged 4 and over and conveys valuable messages about true values for the festive season.
- An Advent calendar in book form: 24 chapters full of pre-Christmas adventures with Tiger, Bear and the traveling donkey Mallorca, ideal for reading aloud every day during Advent.
- Values of friendship and solidarity: illustrates the importance of community and caring for one another during the festive Christmas season.
- Based on Janosch's popular characters: Immerse yourself in the cozy and warm-hearted world of Tiger and Bear, complemented by Florian Fickel's creative storytelling.
- Encourages the anticipation of Christmas: A wonderful way to sweeten the wait for Christmas for children from the age of 4 and introduce them to the traditions of the holiday.
- Educational and entertaining: Provides not only great reading fun, but also a platform to talk to children about the meaning of Christmas.
- Unique gift: Ideal as a gift or to enrich your own reading library during the Advent season.
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- For cuddly children: the very best bedtime book!
- With brand-new read-aloud stories by bestselling author
Anne-Kristin zur Brügge
Children love bedtime rituals and imaginative read-aloud stories – especially aboutlittle animals. What does the little lion do before daddy says goodnight? What doesthe tomcat say to the little kitten when he goes to bed, and what do mouse children doto fall asleep more quickly? Following the huge success of the cardboard picture book"How little animals go to sleep", there is now a read-aloud book with wonderful, longerstories for reading aloud, falling asleep and dreaming.
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Imagine there's a magical place in the middle of the enchanted forest where the children of all the mythical creatures come together. Welcome to the magical kindergarten! This is where our little friends get to know each other: Pim Pegasus, Dex the dragon, Nini the nixie, and Topsy the troll girl. And a first big adventure awaits them where they meet Bork, the little sapling. The fabulous friends have to save the enchanted forest, and they can only do so if they stick together.
- Magical world for preschoolers.
- Children discover the magical world of mythical creatures as well as their own abilities.
One frosty winter’s night, gamekeeper Vanya hears a knock on his door. It’s a freezing hare seeking sanctuary – and, of course, Vanya lets him in. But shortly afterwards, he’s joined by a fox, and then by a bear. How’s that going to work out? The animals promise Vanya that they will not fall out with one another. When Vanya wakes up the next morning, he thinks he must have dreamed it all. But then he sees the tracks in the snow … | 4 +
Kurt goes Ninja: a new adventure for the reluctant unicorn.
Friendship? Duty? Kurt can take them or leave them. But when Fred, leader of the brave Ninja Goldfish, needs help, the grumpy unicorn gets stuck straight in. Ninja goldfish are vanishing from Fred’s shoal. Kurt quickly turns himself into the world’s first Ninja Unicorn. The two heroes set out on a rollercoaster hunt for the missing fish. Things start to look dicey, and they end up being helped by a violet-scented farting Twonicorn. In short: Kurt is back - grumpier and funnier than ever!
Third volume of the hilarious series: join the Cult of Kurt!
A fictional first: a grumpy ninja unicorn.
“In” Ninja topic: boys love Kurt, too!
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Where there's a mum, there's a home. And Mathilde knows that her mum – the girl who brought her to life – lives in the place where the sun sets. So the scarecrow sets off on an adventurous journey, together with Mats Piep. Mats is a swarrow (half swallow, half sparrow) and has missed the bird migration south because of his fear of flying. On their journey, the two experience many colorful adventures in fantastic places, and soon the bird and the scarecrow become the very best of friends. But in the end, will they find what they are looking for?
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- Magical stories for unicorn fans: the highly successful series is
now also available to read aloud! - With lots of funny and magical illustrations
The world of unicorns is full of magic and imagination. What exactly does it look like, how to make friends with a unicorn, where do unicorns go on vacation, and what happens when unicorns catch a cold – unicorn expert Ruby van der Bogen describes all this in short read-aloud stories. She talks about her best friend, the unicorn Enno MacHorn, and about the little magical house in which she lives. And she explains how children can explore the unicorn world and become unicorn experts themselves. A kind of guide to immersing yourself in fantastic worlds and a life full of magic. Simply fabulous!
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The unicorn craze? Totally pathetic! says Kurt.
A pesky bird, a princess who beats up the prince and Kurt, an unwilling unicorn who thinks, sparkly pink stars and rose-scented farts are totally pathetic – it’s enough to make you weep. But what’s the good of complaining? With a little help from Trill the bird and the ninja goldfish, unicorn Kurt will rescue kidnapped Prince Flea in the end, pink fur or none.
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The Only Thing Worse Than Unicorns? Twonicorns!
Volume 2 of the fast-paced read-aloud best seller – Kurt defies all unicorn clichés!
Read-aloud enjoyment for children and adults alike
Too much unicorning! After freeing the Princess, Kurt wants a bit of peace and quiet. However, Trill’s little brother and the other animals are still imprisoned, so his hopes of having a rest are dashed. What follows is a horn-ruffling adventure in which Kurt only just manages to escape from the clutches of a love-struck pig with its sights set on the unicorn – and then a Twonicorn appears on the scene and even more chaos ensues. Of course, everyone lives happily ever after, and all the animals are freed. In Volume 2 of her series about the grumpy unicorn Kurt, Chantal Schreiber has again created a fast-paced read-aloud treat.
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- The first read-aloud book of the Little Owl.
- Using the example of the little owl, children learn: Don't be afraid of a moving house.
- A difficult subject for children is explained in easy rhymes in a way that is suitable for children. and has a happy ending.
The Little Owl has to move! What a shock, although she loves her little nest with the dormouse as her neighbour. But the tree is simply too rotten and no longer a safe place for the owl. Fortunately, the dormouse tells her a secret: where your loved ones are, you will also feel at home! With this knowledge and the help of many friends, the little owl finds the move much easier. When all her friends visit her in her new nest, the little owl realises that moving is a great thing!
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Kurt is fed up. No surprise there, then. But now that horrid gnome Vladimir has diverted the stream in order to water his garden - all part of his attempt to win the gold medal at the Gnome Garden Show. He doesn’t care that the forest will dry out as a result. And so Kurt is forced to step in once more. But the gnome manages to trick him - and Kurt’s magical powers suddenly vanish! Well … they don’t exactly vanish, but they are reversed. And this is bad news, for if a unicorn’s magic goes wrong, then only the unicorn parents can put it right again. But Kurt is an orphaned unicorn …
- Kurt: one of the most popular characters of the unicorn trend.
- A fun story which will appeal equally to girls, boys and adults alike.
- Fifth volume in the hilarious series about the grumpy and reluctant unicorn.
Mum has an allotment with a lovely wild flower meadow and a little gingerbread house. A real fairy tale garden, Tilly thinks. And needless to say, it gives her a fun idea: she and Bruno can hold a surprise birthday for Mum on the new allotment. Fortunately Dad can help them to organise it. Family and friends are all invited; now all Tilly has to do is try to avoid giving the game away and spoiling Mum’s surprise!
A cheerful new adventure filled with unmistakable Tilly charm.
- New Tilly adventure for the new season
- Popular ‘garden’ topic
- Gardening is child’s play with Tilly’s fun projects to try out
The story of a small woodland brownie and his great love of animals
Fleakins is one of the brownies known as “Littels” and lives with his family in the wood. When Fleakins starts school, he has to discover his special talent. Is he good at practical things? Or music perhaps? But no matter what he attempts, Fleakins seems to have two left hands. He simply can’t do anything right! Then suddenly everyone in Littelwood is in uproar because the Lumini, the tiny light folk, have fallen ill and nobody knows how to make them better! Luckily, Fleakins has a brilliant idea. Is he destined to become Littelwood’s animal doctor?
A classic story book for the whole family to enjoy with the message that everyone has a talent. With a host of colour illustrations and chapters the perfect length to be read aloud.
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A greedy dragon has gobbled up the entire contents of the royal orchard, which means: no stewed apples for Kurt. Furious, Kurt chases the fruit-eating dragon away with a good dose of water magic - but the dragon takes his revenge by abducting Kurt. Kurt awakens in a labyrinth on a lonely island. There he has to face his worst fears (mice!) - without his magical powers, which have stopped working. Fortunately help comes his way in the form of Princess Flea, Trill, Superhero Toodleoo (the most romantic unicorn ever) - and a whole host of little mice. Can they work together to tame the dragon?
- Perennial favourite “dragon” theme will delight boys and girls alike.
- A treat for readers big and small.
- The fourth volume in the series based on Kurt the Reluctant Unicorn.
- Popular topic: bedtime stories.
- Tiger and Bear - the ultimate dream team.
- 50,000 Janosch titles sold by Ellermann.
“Come on, friends - it’s sleepy time!” But one night, the little Tiger can’t sleep. What can he do? Little Bear quickly grabs the hosepipe telephone to summon all their friends. Barely have they all snuggled up in bed with Little Tiger when Aunt Goose tells them a goosey goodnight story. The next night, the ant can’t sleep. Now it’s the hare’s turn! He tells them a bedtime story about moles and … and … and until they’ve all taken their turn at telling a bedtime story. These bedtime stories with Tiger and Bear are based on the characters created by Janosch.
A charming Christmas story for a quiet, cosy time with the family
Little Flea is always there for his animal friends and keen to make Christmas a wonderful time for them by providing them with fodder and shelter in the icy cold. But no one has time to help him. And Grantel, in particular, a grumpy Littel, doesn’t even approve of his plan. When their stocks of food dwindle and the villagers begin to worry, it’s up to Flea to come up with a solution.
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