Résultats pour "Happy Family" dans Roman et littérature

The largest green leaf in this country is certainly the burdock-leaf. If you hold it in front of you, it is large enough for an apron; and if you hold it over your head, it is almost as good as an umbrella, it is so wonderfully large. A burdock never grows alone; where it grows, there are many more, and it is a splendid sight; and all this splendor is good for snails. The great white snails, which grand people in olden times used to have made into fricassees; and when they had eaten them, they would say, "O, what a delicious dish!", for these people really thought them good.

The biggest leaf we have in this country is certainly the burdock leaf. If you hold one in front of your little stomach, it's just like a real apron; and in rainy weather, if you lay it on your head, it does almost as well as an umbrella. It's really amazingly large. Now, a burdock never grows alone; no, when you see one you'll always see others around it. It's a splendid sight; and all this splendor is nothing more than food for snails—the big white snails which the fine people in olden days used to have made into fricassees. When they had eaten them, they would smack their lips and say, "My!

This is the tale of two distinguished snails whose adopted son is in need of a wife. The mother and father snail believe they know more about life than any creature, but accept the help of ant and gnat to find a wife for their son. A short tale of whimsy and delight from the pen of Hans Christian Andersen.

Gordon Korman meets The Great Outdoors in this funny and moving debut about a boy who goes on a disastrous family vacation (sweltering heat! bear chases!) that ends with a terrible surprise: his dad's new girlfriend. There are zero reasons for Theo Ripley to look forward to his family vacation...

Hooray, The Happy Hollisters are back! First published in 1953, this charming mystery-adventure story, faithfully reproduced, is now available! Written for boys and girls between the ages of six and 12, The Happy Hollisters are wholesome books, with an accent on humor and good, clean fun...

The Happy Hollisters on a River Trip (Number Two in the Happy Hollisters series). A big fish contest at The Trading Post, the Hollisters’ sporting goods store, has everybody in Shoreham excited. After Pete catches a large fish with a tag on its tail, another adventure begins for the eager...

The Happy Hollisters at Sea Gull Beach is book three in the Happy Hollisters series. Looking forward to a visit to Sea Gull Beach, the Happy Hollister children have a wonderful time giving a play about pirates and American sailors. Then, when they discover that a present they received from Uncle...

Penguin presents Happy Families: The Audio Collection by Allan Ahlberg, read by Alexander Armstrong. Families come in all shapes and sizes, big ones, small ones, funny ones and even silly ones. In this first ever audio collection you can discover the story of Mrs Wobble the Waitress, Mr Biff the...

In this fun story, children learn stealing is not acceptable and has some consequences.

It is a good thing that mothers understand what no one else seems to when you are the youngest child in the family, and are finally four years old. Bonnie is more than ready to join her older sisters and brother in the many adventures she sees come their way, whether it be sliding along the ice, searching for arrowheads, or going on that journey of all journeys-across the swinging bridge to school.

Bloomsbury presents Stealing Happy, written and read by Brian Conaghan Loan shark Chick Lennon is notorious around Sonny Gilmour's way, and not for anything good. So when Sonny discovers his mum has borrowed money from Chick to pay the rent, he finds himself in need of the quickest of...

Book 11 in The New York Times bestselling Ivy & Bean series. Ivy and Bean are back, and they are funnier than ever. Ivy's worried. She's read a lot of books about only children, so she knows that they are sometimes spoiled rotten. They don't share their toys. They never do any work. They scream...

Sixth in the series about the pet-mad ten-year-old Indie Kidd and friends! Indie decides to try to get her separated parents to be friends - and comes up with some endearingly dopey, harebrained schemes. But when Mum and Dad eventually do get matey, it's because they're trying to figure out what...

Dive into the enchanting world of Tuck Me In Tales and Slumber Town Tales, where the delightful adventures of Pleasant Valleys animal inhabitants will captivate young listeners aged three to eight. Join Fatty Coon, the butter-loving creature from the swamp, as he embarks on whimsical escapades that are sure to entertain and charm little two-footed friends. - Summary by Lynda Marie Neilson

Join us in the enchanting world of Pleasant Valley, where all the four-legged residents agree that Dickie Deer Mouse is a treasure to know. Gentle and stylish in his fawn-and-white attire, Dickie is always a delight to behold—unless, of course, it’s springtime when he’s in need of a new coat! In this charming tale from Baileys Sleepy-Time Tales, we follow Dickie on his quest for a cozy summer home, navigating food finds and evading hungry predators. But as winter approaches, he must seek out the perfect spot to hibernate. A small mistake leads to unexpected twists that could spell ...

Welcome to Happy Ever After Tales — a calm, magical world of bedtime stories for children and families. 🌙✨ Each episode brings a gentle, meaningful story about kindness, courage, friendship, and imagination — written by AI, but told with a human heart. These are peaceful stories without violence or fear, created to inspire dreams, reflection, and empathy. Perfect for bedtime, quiet moments, or cozy listening together. 💛 🎧 Listen. Dream. Wonder. Because every story deserves a Happy Ever After.

Dive into a poignant collection of childrens stories penned in 1888, exploring the themes of love and selfishness. Each tale resonates with heartfelt emotion, often leaving readers with a sense of bittersweet reflection. This enchanting anthology features classics such as The Happy Prince, The Nightingale and the Rose, The Selfish Giant, The Devoted Friend, and The Remarkable Rocket. (Summary written by Joy Chan)This show includes AI-generated content.

Discover the enchanting world of The Happy Prince and Other Tales, an 1888 collection by Oscar Wilde that captivates the hearts of both children and adults. At the heart of this collection is the beloved story of The Happy Prince, a poignant tale of a gilded statue who forms an unlikely friendship with a migratory bird. Together, they embark on a journey of compassion, bringing joy to those in need, even in their own sacrifice. Wildes stories celebrate beauty, adventure, and the richness of the human experience, leaving readers with a lasting appreciation for the extraordinary.This show ...

Who would have thought dropping a nut would cause so much trouble? No sooner does Happy Jack the Gray Squirrel go scampering down the tree than he finds himself in trouble with Chatterer, the Red Squirrel -- and then running for dear life -- away from Shadow the Weasel! Thornton Burgess's entertaining tales of wild nature have entertained children and adults alike for nearly a century. - Summary by Jude Somers

The Happy Dreamer Podcast is a quiet collection of bedtime stories for children, written to soften the end of the day. Start with the short trailer/about episode if you are new here. It explains how to use the feed at bedtime: lights low, volume soft, one story, then quiet. Story episodes are usually four to six minutes, narrated in a calm voice and paced with deliberate pauses. There are no sound effects, no music swells, no cliffhangers. Stories follow a five-part shape: a grounded opening, a gentle movement through place, a soft resolution, a long descent, and a closing benediction that ...