Kids Storytime Favorites Read Aloud by SWAN and GULL

Bear is quite sure he doesn't like visitors. He even has a sign. So when a mouse taps on his door one day, Bear tells him to leave. But when Bear's relentless house guest refuses to leave, he learns just how pleasant it is to share tea for two.



Written by Bonny Becker

Illustrated by Kady MacDonald Denton

Musical Credit: "The Funny Bunch" by Giulio Fazio

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This story's lyrical text introduces young readers to a distinctively different Arctic culture, as a child tests the limits of independence and comfortingly learns that a parent's love is unconditional and everlasting.



Written by Barbara M. Joose

Illustrated by Barbara Lavallee

Musical Credit: "Eskiden" by Arnito

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Join Stellaluna, a young fruit bat, as she learns her true identity thanks to the help of an accepting family of birds.



Written and Illustrated by Janell Cannon

Musical Credit: "Not That Easy" by Soundroll

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Rhyming, joyful verse and vibrant illustrations describe young Jesse Bear's activities from morning to bedtime.



Written by Nancy White Carlstrom

Illustrated by Bruce Degen

Musical Credits: "Morning Dew" by Arthur Vyncke

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This illustrative masterpiece is especially comforting to children because it shows parents as caretakers, protectors, and teachers. Additionally, by relying on the kindness of others, this family of Mallard ducks eventually finds safety in a prominant Americn landmark. Ideal for reading aloud, this book deserves a place of honor on every child's bookshelf.


By Robert McCloskey

Musical Credit: "Excusez-Moi?" by Roo Walker

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A luminous story that will transport you to the seaside where the daily life of a reliable lighthouse keeper and his family unfolds. This historical story highlights the innerworkings of a steadfast lighthouse and all that was necessary to keep its reassuring light burning bright.




By Sophie Blackall

Musical Credit: "Stargaze" by The Lakes

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