Non-Fiction Audiobooks

The People Remember

From award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Ibi Zoboi comes her debut book—a tour de force that uses the principles of Kwanzaa to talk about the history of African Americans. The People Remember tells the journey of African descendants in America by connecting their history to the seven principles of Kwanzaa. It begins in Africa, where people were taken from their homes and families. They spoke different languages and had different customs. Yet they were bound and chained together and forced onto ships sailing into an unknown future. Ultimately, all these people had to learn one common language and create a culture that combined their memories of home with new traditions that enabled them to thrive in this new land. This is an important book to read as a family—a story young readers can visit over and over again to deepen their understanding of African American history in relation to their own lives and current social justice movements. By turns powerful and revealing, this is a lyrical narrative that tells the story of survival, as well as the many moments of joy, celebration, and innovation of Black people in America. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

Ibi Zoboi (Author), Ibi Zoboi, Robin Miles (Narrator)

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Playing at the Border: A Story of Yo-Yo Ma

The New York Times bestselling author of Eyes That Kiss in the Corners, Joanna Ho, delivers a poignant biography about the musician Yo-Yo Ma, immigration, and using music to build bridges. “Everyone can benefit from Ho’s message of music bringing calm and peace to the world.” —Booklist  Joanna Ho’s lyrical writing tells an inspiring story of Yo-Yo Ma, who challenges conventions, expectations, and beliefs in order to build bridges to unite communities, people, and cultures. A beautiful biography to enjoy and share in the home and the classroom. Before Yo-Yo Ma became one of the most renowned and celebrated cellists, he wanted to play the double bass. But it was too big for his four-year-old hands. Over time, Ma honed his amazing talent, and his music became a reflection of his own life between borders, cultures, disciplines, and generations. Since then, he has recorded over a hundred albums, won nineteen Grammy Awards, performed for eight American presidents, and received the National Medal of the Arts and the Presidential Medal of Freedom, just to name a few accomplishments. Staying true to himself, Yo-Yo Ma performed at the US-Mexico border at the Rio Grande on April 13, 2019, as part of his multi-continent “Bach Project” tour to prove a point—through music, we can build bridges rather than walls between different cultures.

Joanna Ho (Author), Kevin Shen (Narrator)

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DK Life Stories Black History Month

An inspiring collection of DK audiobooks focused on Black history. Discover the obstacles that many Black people faced on the way to making groundbreaking accomplishments. You'll find out how they created lasting change and paved the way for future generations. This fantastic resource pack for teachers and students is the perfect companion to support the teaching of Black history. In this DK box set you'll receive: - Life Stories: Harriet Tubman - Life Stories: Nelson Mandela - Life Stories: Katherine Johnson - Life Stories: Martin Luther King, Jr. This collection features four DK Life Stories biographies of influential trailblazers in Black history. Meet Dr Martin Luther King and his role in the Civil Rights Movement in America using non-violent protest and Katherine Johnson, the famed NASA mathematician, featured in the award-winning 2016 film Hidden Figures. Delve into the life of Harriet Tubman, who was born into slavery and became a fearless activist who helped guide many slaves to freedom. Lastly, explore Nelson Mandela's legacy, who went from freedom fighter during Apartheid to being the first democratically elected president of South Africa.

Dk (Author), Ako Mitchell, Ako Mitchell, Samya De Me (Narrator)

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Wizzy's Words

Wizzy's Words is a book of modern nursery rhymes, providing a well-researched resource for parents, carers, family and educational practitioners, to share with children from birth. We all love the nursery rhymes we grew up with, learning to recite them continues to be fun. However, traditional nursery rhymes contain the vocabulary from their times. Nearly 25% of children continue to miss age-appropriate targets, for oral vocabulary, by the end of their reception year. Although many of the rhymes follow traditional tunes, Wizzy's Words rhymes contain the oral vocabulary, associated with educational and life-long success in our times. The rhymes have been designed to appeal to all children regardless of ability. As children need to hear words before they can say, read and write words, Wizzy's Words will be available in paperback, ebook and audiobook formats. The variety of formats and the range of children's school entry needs, means that Wizzy's Words can be adapted from 1-1, to small group and whole class sharing/teaching in the pre-school and school setting. Primarily, however, sharing the rhymes vocally and aurally, before pre-school and school entry and in the same 1-1 fashion that traditional rhymes have been shared, will underpin successful early oral vocabulary development.

Jacqueline E Alexander (Author), Alexander Abineri (Narrator)

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जिंदगी के रंग ( कविताएँ )

- नकारात्मकता नरक का द्वार है । इसिलिए जबभी हमारे मनमें नकारात्मक विचार आने लगे , तो हमें उन विचारोंसे उभरना चाहिए । - जब भी आप उदास हो , नकारात्मक विचार सताने लगे , अकेलापन महसूस हो तो इन कविताओं में आप ' जिंदगी के रंग ' ढुँढियेगा । आप सकारात्मक हो जाओगे ।

Vijay Waghela (Author), Vijay Waghela (Narrator)

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Ancient Egypt: Ladybird Audio Adventures

Brought to you by Ladybird. Join our intrepid adventurers Otto and Cassandra (and Missy, the smartest bird in the universe) as they embark on a brand new Ladybird Audio Adventure! This time we're travelling back to Ancient Egypt! These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on journey of discovery with the narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) and Sophie Aldred (best known for her role as Ace in Doctor Who). Ladybird Audio Adventures is an award-winning original series for four to seven-year-olds; a new, entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio with fun sound and musical effects, perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. Other books in the Ladybird Audio Adventure series include Dinosaur Times, Deep Sea Dive, Outer Space, Amazing Vehicles, The Animal Kingdom, Rainforests, Creepy Crawlies, On the Farm, The Human Body and The Frozen Planet. These Ladybird stories were written by Sidra Ansari. (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Ladybird (Author), Sophie Aldred (Narrator)

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Ancient Rome: Ladybird Audio Adventures

Brought to you by Ladybird. Join our intrepid adventurers Otto and Cassandra (and Missy, the smartest bird in the universe) as they embark on a brand new Ladybird Audio Adventure! Get your chariot ready because this time we're travelling back to Ancient Rome! These audiobooks help children learn about their environment on journey of discovery with the narrators Ben Bailey Smith (a.k.a. Doc Brown, rapper, comedian and writer) and Sophie Aldred (best known for her role as Ace in Doctor Who). Ladybird Audio Adventures is an award-winning original series for four to seven-year-olds; a new, entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them. These are special stories written exclusively for audio with fun sound and musical effects, perfect for listening at home, before bed and on long journeys. Other books in the Ladybird Audio Adventure series include Dinosaur Times, Deep Sea Dive, Outer Space, Amazing Vehicles, The Animal Kingdom, Rainforests, Creepy Crawlies, On the Farm, The Human Body and The Frozen Planet. These Ladybird stories were written by Sidra Ansari. (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Ladybird (Author), Sophie Aldred (Narrator)

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Mugglenet.Com's Harry Potter Should Have Died: Controversial Views from the #1 Fan Site

HARRY POTTER DIDN'T DIE. The seventh and final book is out, but fans still fiercely debate the many controversial issues left unresolved. Now, the experts at MuggleNet.com argue passionately about what really happened and what should have happened. •Would the series be stronger if Harry hadn’t survived? •Should we pity Voldemort or hate him? •Is Severus Snape really a hero? •Should J.K. Rowling have left Dumbledore’s gay sexual orientation a secret? •Did Harry actually die in Deathly Hallows? •Were the Slytherins too demonized, the Hufflepuffs too lame, and the Gryffindors too glorified? •Should J.K.R. write more Harry Potter novels or go out on top?

Ben Schoen, Emerson Spartz (Author), Mike Lenz (Narrator)

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I Wonder: Exploring God's Grand Story

Through innovative storytelling and open-ended questions, I Wonder: Exploring God's Grand Story offers a remarkable approach to teaching young minds to wonder about the mysteries found in God's Word. I Wonder: Exploring God's Grand Story: - Encourages children ages 4 to 8 to ask important questions and consider the mystery of the Bible - Is an inspirational storybook Bible that speaks to the hearts of children everywhere by asking thought-provoking questions at the end of each story that children and adults can read and discuss together as they consider God's love. - Is based on a simple but brilliant idea: all good teachers know that the best way to get the attention of their students is to inspire wonder, and God is no different - Contains 30 stories-15 from the Old Testament and 15 from the New Testament - Is written by Glenys Nellist, bestselling children's author and creator of two popular series: Love Letters from God and Snuggle Time Ever since imagining the world into being, God has placed wonder in the hearts of children. The Bible is full of 'I Wonder' moments for all who open their hearts to experience them, and The I Wonder: Exploring God's Grand Story helps show little ones how to begin.

Glenys Nellist (Author), Sarah Zimmerman (Narrator)

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Why Do We Say That? 101 Idioms, Phrases, Sayings & Facts! A Brief History On Where They Come From!

Why do you “call shotgun” when you want the front passenger seat? What does “letting the cat out of the bag” have to do with divulging secrets? Why do you ask people to “cut to the chase”? How come you hear all those juicy rumors “through the grapevine”?Like many people you’ve probably used idioms or phrases like these without giving them a second thought. But if you were to take a moment to step back and learn about them you’ll be pleasantly surprised to discover the mesmerizing and sometimes outright bizarre origins to these fun sayings! In “Why do we say that,” we have curated 101 of the most regularly used idioms, proverbs, turns of phrases, and colloquial terms that have the most fascinating backstories. For each phrase, we have explained how it was coined, how its use evolved through the ages, and how it gained its contemporary use. Inside you will discover: - What the sanitary conditions of 17th century London have to do with it’s “raining cats and dogs” today. - Why taking things “with grain of salt” has to do with an ancient remedy for poison. - What Southeast Asian warrior traditions have to do with the term “to run amuck.” - Why “to break a leg” became something worth aspiring to in the Elizabethan theatres. - And many many more Click the BUY NOW button at the top of the page to unravel the mysteries behind popular English idioms.

Scott Matthews (Author), Mandy Grant-Grierson (Narrator)

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Learning Hacks Bundle, 3 in 1 Bundle: Learn Better, Study Tips and Strategies, Campus Living

Learning Hacks Bundle, 3 in 1 Bundle: Learn Better, Study Tips and Strategies, Campus Living Education is an essential aspect of life. But not all students take their studies seriously and don’t care whether they do well in school or not. This only means that thinking about the importance of education alone is never enough to encourage students to study. What they need is a high level of motivation. Motivation will help with their desire to join in the process of learning. Motivation, once done effectively, can allow students to boost their participation in school. Most schools, universities, and other institutions use examinations to assess the intelligence and abilities of students and other individuals. So it’s no wonder a lot of people want to learn how to do well in them. Competition is fierce which sometimes adds more pressure. Fortunately, there are tricks one can use to learn better and retain more information so he or she can do well in examinations. This bundle will teach you how to have motivation for studying. You will learn tips on how to make studying fun so you get excited about the prospect of studying. You will learn how you can keep focus and achieve the best grades in class. This 3 in 1 bundle includes the following audiobooks: - Learn Better: The Ultimate Guide on How to Learn Better, Discover the Effective Methods to Learn Faster and Remember More - Study Tips and Strategies: The Essential Guide on Effective Learning Strategies on How to Keep Focus and Get High Scores on Exams - Campus Living: The Best Guide on Campus Living, Learn the Benefits, Cost, Challenges and the Best Things About Living on Campus Get your copy of Learning Hacks 3 in 1 Bundle today!

A.E. Gabriel, Liv Moses, Tania Cassidy (Author), Marcus Mulenga, Matt Montanez, Tanya Neihardt (Narrator)

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American Anthem: A Song of Our Nation

Based on the song that President Joe Biden quoted in his inaugural address, this picture book, now adapted for audio, celebrates the beauty and diversity of this country and the legacies on which we build our future. As President Joe Biden delivered his inaugural address, he quoted from a song that fully captured his own spirit of service: "The work and prayers of centuries have brought us to this day. What shall be our legacy? What will our children say? Let me know in my heart, when my days are through-America, America, I gave my best to you." It was a sentiment that spoke not only to our new president's character, but to the sense of pride in duty and purpose for the sake of a country we hold dear. And it contained a message of quiet patriotism that so many of us hope to share with the next generation.   In this new book, using the full text of the song President Biden quoted, we do just that. With words that speak to the soul of our nation, we take listeners on a journey through this beautiful country-its history, its struggles, and its dignity-and throughout, we count our own blessings and think about how we can do more to share them with others, and give our best to our country and everyone in it.

Gene Scheer (Author), Ken Burns (Narrator)

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