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In diesem spannenden Hörspiel, das an Originalschauplätzen aufgenommen ist, geht es um Deiche und darum, was passiert, wenn eine Sturmflut die Küste heimsucht.

In 2013, Edward Snowden shocked the world when he revealed that the United States government was secretly building a system of mass surveillance with the ability to gaze into the private lives of every person on earth. Phone calls, text messages, emails - nothing was safe from prying eyes. Now the man who risked everything to expose the truth about government spying describes for a new generation how he helped build that system, what motivated him to try to bring it down, and how young people can strive to protect their privacy in the digital age.

Air Force One keeps the U.S. president safe while flying. Learn more about the features that protect this amazing plane. Also find out how team members protect the president as he travels on Air Force One.

Der Ort, den man nicht kennt. Sinas Papa muss ins Gefängnis. Er hat etwas Schlimmes getan und muss nun dafür geradestehen. Sina versteht das alles nicht. Sie hat keine Ahnung von dem Ort, an dem ihr Papa jetzt lebt. Vom ersten Tag an begleiten wir Sinas Papa. Wir erfahren alles über den Alltag hinter Gittern: Was es dort zu essen gibt, wer dort alles lebt und arbeitet, was die Gefangenen den ganzen Tag lang machen. Und wie es ist, wenn man wieder rauskommt.

Even after the institution of slavery became illegal, the legacy of slavery continued through injustices created by the Jim Crow laws. Learn more about these discriminatory laws that have shaped America's past and present. Inspired by a belief that knowledge is power, Read Woke Books seek to amplify the voices of people who are not white, provide information about groups that have been disenfranchised, share perspectives of people who have been underrepresented or oppressed, challenge social norms and disrupt the status quo, and encourage readers to take action in their community.

Imagine your 7th grader confidently navigating allowances, saving for their dream bike, and understanding the basics of budgeting – all while having fun! "7th Grade Financial Education for Beginners" makes it possible. This engaging guide uses relatable examples and kid-friendly language to explain essential money concepts, turning your child into a savvy money manager. Follow along with relatable characters like "Sam" who learns how to save for a new video game, and "Maria" who discovers the benefits of a checking account.

In Who Stole Mona Lisa?, author Ruthie Knapp crafts a fascinating look at the disappearance of Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa from the Louvre in 1911—retold from the point of view of the painting. Mona Lisa gets millions of visitors from all over the world. But one night, she hears footsteps, and before she knows it, she’s ripped right off the wall of the Louvre! Who would do such a thing?

Brought to you by Ladybird. Winner of The FutureBook of the Year Award 2019 and shortlisted for the Best Children's Audiobook at the New York Festival Radio Awards 2020. Meet our fearless adventurers Cassandra, Otto and Missy AKA the smartest raven in the universe as they set out on their next...

Albert Einstein. Steve Jobs. Elon Musk. Katharine Johnson. These geniuses are all visual thinkers. Are you? Do you like puzzles, coding, and taking things apart? Do you write stories, act in plays, slay at Wordle? The things you are good at are clues to how your brain works. Are you good at math?...

Die SAR fliegt jährlich Hunderte von Rettungseinsätzen. Erstaunlich dabei ist, dass die Rettungen für den zivilen Bereich überwiegen - circa 85 Prozent - und nur 15 Prozent betreffen den militärischen Sektor. Diese Reportage habe ich einer wahren Begebenheit nachempfunden. Tatsachen sind wegen der beteiligten Personen verändert worden - aber sonst ist alles original im Hubschrauber SEA KING aufgenommen worden. Wenn ihr die Geschichte hört, ist es so, also ob ihr mitfliegen würdet.

The Value of Being Quiet is a deeply reflective collection of stories that helps children understand the power of silence and solitude in a noisy world. Through rich storytelling and thoughtful characters, this book shows how quiet moments support emotional balance, creativity, and self-awareness. Each story gently reminds listeners that silence is not emptiness, but opportunity. This book encourages children to slow down, listen inwardly, and find comfort in stillness—offering lessons that stay with them long after the final tick.

Learn all about the magic of movie-making and the incredible teams of people who work together to make movies come to life in this exciting, stylish and fascinating non-fiction picture book. Part of an inspiring new series, this eye-opening book pulls back the curtain on creative industries, celebrating teamwork and imagination to inspire little dreamers everywhere.

Fairy-tale master Gail Carson, the bestselling author of Ella Enchanted, guides writers of all ages on how to develop their craft, with practical advice and heartfelt encouragement. In Writing Magic, Newbery Honor author Gail Carson Levine shares her tricks of the trade. She shows how you can...

“My favorite part of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls is how many extraordinary women Rebel Girls have opened up to me and my two daughters.”—Drew Barrymore A contemporary classic, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls reinvents fairy tales, inspiring girls with the extraordinary true...

What happens when criminals outgun the regular police force? Or when they threaten innocent hostages? Or when a riot spins out of control? In dangerous situations like these, SWAT teams are often the answer. With special training and gear, SWAT teams are ready to tackle whatever comes their way.

New York Times bestselling author Steve Sheinkin presents a follow up to his award-winning book Bomb: The Race to Build—and Steal—the World's Most Dangerous Weapon, taking listeners on a terrifying journey into the Cold War and our mutual assured destruction. As World War II comes to a...

Kids learn how Big Rigs, Bulldozers, Dump Trucks, and other Big Machines help us in everyday life! They will meet Sammy the Steamroller, and his friends Connie the Crane, Dan the Drill, Bill the Bulldozer, and Charlie the Cement Mixer, and learn the important job that each machine does on the jobsite. Then young learners will meet Dumpy the Dump Truck and discover the valuable lesson Dumpy learns when working for driver Joe. Fun songs like “Big Rigs,” and “A Bulldozer Operator I Will Be,” will inspire kids to learn more about the occupation of operating BIG Machines!

The first of its kind! This how-to audiobook from two psychology experts will help kids transform stress, worry, and anxiety by uncovering their inner superpowers. Perfect for fans of The Confidence Code for Girls and Raina Telgemeier's Guts. Now more than ever, kids need to feel empowered as...

Encourage good citizenship and teach young listeners about primary sources as they learn about the U.S. Constitution. Listeners will get an inside look at the document on which our nation was founded, along with the branches of government, courts of law, amendments, and rights.

In this hilarious, yet fact-filled book, Elise Gravel uses her kid-friendly wit to break down what disinformation is, why people spread it, and how to tell what is real and what isn't. And that's the truth!