Showing 1–10 of 10 titles
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Boys Will Be Human
Raw, vulnerable, and intimate, this nonfiction book read by the author about what it means to grow up draws the listener into the conversation. Despite the sometimes-difficult topics presented, personal anecdotes and a willingness to be silly create a comfortable atmosphere, keeping the audiobook authentic and honest.
- Nonfiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2023
- Older
- ISBN: 9780063067233
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The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins
Jonathan Pryce's reading and Ernest Troost's music add depth and vibrance to the text of this 2002 Caldecott Honor Book.- Nonfiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2011
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545196796
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Inheritance: A Visual Poem
With dynamic narration and exquisite emotional resonance, Acevedo’s poetic performance celebrates the multidimensional subject of Black hair in the context of the author’s Dominican identity.
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Listen: How Evelyn Glennie, A Deaf Girl, Changed Percussion
This picture book biography of a deaf girl who made her life about percussion is beautifully presented. Supported by a dynamic soundscape, the narrator effectively uses her voice in both the storyline and the distinct vocables.
- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780593508985
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The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read
The story of tenacious Mary Walker, who learned to read at the age of 116, is presented through an engaging, emotional, and honest narration highlighted by vivid illustrations by Oge More.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781338751857
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The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal
An enthusiastic full cast humorously introduces the wonders of our solar system to children, focusing on the significance of the sun and all its amazing characteristics.
- Nonfiction, Science, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9781338810240
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This Is Music: Drums
This introduction to a family of musical instruments for our youngest listeners is dynamic and engaging. Listeners hear the different types of instruments in the family during the introduction of the book. The sounds are then matched with the name, purpose and other facts for each specific instrument. Listeners are invited to “name that sound” at the end of the recording.
- Nonfiction, Music, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780593634530
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This Is Music: Horns
This introduction to a family of musical instruments for our youngest listeners is dynamic and engaging. Listeners hear the different types of instruments in the family during the introduction of the book. The sounds are then matched with the name, purpose and other facts for each specific instrument. Listeners are invited to “name that sound” at the end of the recording.
- Nonfiction, Music, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2023
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780593634554
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We Are Still Here! Native American Truths Everyone Should Know
Presented by a full cast of children and featuring a robust soundscape, this recording realizes the full potential of Sorell’s powerful, illustrated nonfiction title.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Native American, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2022
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781430144670
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What to Do about Alice?
The life and times of Alice Roosevelt, daughter of Franklin, is charmingly told by Katherine Kellgren with much spirit and delightful sound effects.- Nonfiction, Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2011
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545296632