Inspire young readers to explore themes of friendship and connection as they cultivate a sense of belonging in the world. All of these picture books include a CD and digital download code with the narrated story and accompanying music. From stories about discovering the wonders of nature to tales about overcoming adversity, this roundup of inspirational adventures has something for everyone. Ideal for ages 3 to 9.
A Picnic in the Sun Bertie and Friends Hit the Road!
This imaginative musical tale, which features a narrated story interspersed with 18 original and traditional songs, follows four inseparable friends who journey to a faraway unknown destination.
Sofia is off to her grandparents for the holidays. Amongst the dark pines and the majestic oaks, she’ll discover the music of the night, the songs of a fox, an owl, and a wolf. Includes the narrated story and song.
In this story about community, Xiaomi will never forget the magical sounds she heard one hot summer evening when the power went out in her family’s apartment building. Includes the narrated story and song.
Sophie and Emilio spend their days enjoying life’s small discoveries in a tiny seaside village. Their visits and gift exchanges with Sophie’s great-uncle lead to teachings about how value is determined by the intentions of the heart. Includes the narrated story and nine original folk-infused melodies.
Ira and Isabelle decide one night to escape the sound of the city and sail off to a faraway land where they learn that dreams really can come true. Includes the narrated story and 10 heartwarming songs.
This charming, original audio picture book features funny and endearing vignettes of friendship that will delight and enchant the whole family. Includes the narrated story with musical sounds.
Singalong to “A Horse” from A Picnic in the Sun on our YouTube channel.
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6 Books with Inspiring Adventures for Young Readers
Inspire young readers to explore themes of friendship and connection as they cultivate a sense of belonging in the world. All of these picture books include a CD and digital download code with the narrated story and accompanying music. From stories about discovering the wonders of nature to tales about overcoming adversity, this roundup of inspirational adventures has something for everyone. Ideal for ages 3 to 9.
A Picnic in the Sun
Bertie and Friends Hit the Road!
This imaginative musical tale, which features a narrated story interspersed with 18 original and traditional songs, follows four inseparable friends who journey to a faraway unknown destination.
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Music All Around
One Story, One Song
Sofia is off to her grandparents for the holidays. Amongst the dark pines and the majestic oaks, she’ll discover the music of the night, the songs of a fox, an owl, and a wolf. Includes the narrated story and song.
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Summer Moonlight Concert
One Story, One Song
In this story about community, Xiaomi will never forget the magical sounds she heard one hot summer evening when the power went out in her family’s apartment building. Includes the narrated story and song.
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A Gift for Sophie
Sophie and Emilio spend their days enjoying life’s small discoveries in a tiny seaside village. Their visits and gift exchanges with Sophie’s great-uncle lead to teachings about how value is determined by the intentions of the heart. Includes the narrated story and nine original folk-infused melodies.
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Tomorrow is a Chance to Start Over
Ira and Isabelle decide one night to escape the sound of the city and sail off to a faraway land where they learn that dreams really can come true. Includes the narrated story and 10 heartwarming songs.
Bookshop | Goodreads | Edelweiss | CataList | See more
We Were Made for Each Other
This charming, original audio picture book features funny and endearing vignettes of friendship that will delight and enchant the whole family. Includes the narrated story with musical sounds.
Bookshop | Les libraires | Goodreads | Edelweiss | CataList | YouTube | See more
Singalong to “A Horse” from A Picnic in the Sun on our YouTube channel.
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay informed about our new releases and events and for a chance to win our subscriber giveaway. To order books for your library or bookstore, please contact Hornblower Books/University of Toronto Press (Canada, United States) and MMS/BookSource (United Kingdom). For additional information, email info@thesecretmountain.com.