MobiStories - Virtual Books for Kids Video Podcast
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MobiStories Virtual Picture Books are irresistibly fun!Whether you’re shopping, driving, dining, or just relaxing at home, the kids can play MobiStories virtually anywhere: on Video iPod, cell phone, PSP, or DVD. MobiStories are narrated, have easy to follow text, page turns, sound effects and music, and incredibly, you can have literally dozens of them in the palm of your hand!
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Summer Interactive Puzzle Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Mon, Jun 28, 2010
Enjoy a fun day at the beach listening to the sounds of waves and seagulls and the ice cream man! Simple text and narration read by a child in English and Spanish - mix and match text and narration and learn a few words of another language! Then play with 4 different levels of interactive jigsaw puzzle on every page and see how fast you can get them done! Get the full app version at the iTunes store (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/summer-puzzle-book/id360832653?mt=8) or visit www.mobistories.com for the computer version.
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Michelle Obama in Pictures, Interactive Photo Album Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Mon, Jun 28, 2010
The great grand daughter of a slave, Michelle Obama made history when she became the frst African-American First Lady of the United States. She is a hard working wife, mother, Harvard graduate, and community volounteer who brings grace and style to a new era in the White House. From her childhood to her days in the White House, this book celebrates the events in Michelle Obama's life during her journey into history. Enlarge the photos for a better look! Listen in one language while reading in another! Hear clips from original speeches. International speaker, top selling author and regular TV guest-expert, Sanyika Calloway Boyce, narrates the English version of this MobiStory which is also narrated in Spanish and Chinese. Available for iPhone, iTouch and iPad in the iTunes app store (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/michelle-obama-in-pictures/id359647826?mt=8) or for computer at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.5 MB
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The Marvelous Toy interactive picture book
Author: Still Motion Media
Mon, May 17, 2010
Wild and wacky animations, hilarious sound effects and tons of things to entertain. This timeless tale told through Tom Paxton’s classic song is about a mysterious, magical toy given by a dad to his son. The incredibly bright retro illustrations lift the story to a whole new level and now, MobiStories literally bring the song and almost everything on the page to life with a simple touch of your finger! The toy shines, spins and makes funny noises, UFOs fly around, trucks move back and forth, characters speak! Even the song itself has been given a light-hearted 21st century musical makeover to add to the overall wonder!
Ages 4-8
Written, sung and played by Tom Paxton
Illustrated by Steve Cox
Sound by Maple Hill Productions
Vocalizations by Noah Martin
Additional musical arrangements by Christopher Kennedy
For the iphone/ipad app or interactive computer version, please visit us at: www.mobistories.com
Download File - 11.7 MB
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The Marvelous Toy - Teaser
Author: Still Motion Media
Thu, Mar 25, 2010
This timeless tale, based on legendary singer/songwriter Tom Paxton’s classic song, is about a mysterious, magical toy given by a father to his son, one that eventually gets passed down to his son’s son. The story celebrates a child’s sense of wonder. The witty, evocative lyrics spark your imagination: “It went zip! when it moved, Bop! when it stopped, and Whir! when it stood still!” The incredible and wildly imaginative illustrations lift the story to a whole new level. And now, MobiStories literally bring the song and almost everything on the page to life with a simple touch of your finger! The toy shines, spins and makes funny noises, UFOs fly around, trucks move back and forth, characters speak! Even the song has been given a light-hearted 21st century makeover!
Listen to, sing along and read the lyrics on each page, then play as long as you want finding the magic hidden within the pictures while enjoying the instrumental version of the song. When you’re done, swipe to zip to the next page!
Ages 4-8 years
Written, sung and played by Tom Paxton***
Illustrated by Steve Cox
Music sweetened by Christopher Kennedy
Published by Imagine Publishing, Inc.
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Little Blue Penguin
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Mar 24, 2010
What color will Little Blue Penguin shine when he’s happy? Kids can enjoy both the storytime and interactive versions in this MobiStories edition of Little Blue Penguin. Lots of touch activated animations and sounds!
“Little Blue Penguin is a children’s picturebook featuring simple illustrations that reinforce the primary colors introduced in the joyful story about a stuffed penguin much loved by its little girl owner. A charming and delightful picturebook especially recommended for young penguin lovers.”
James A. Cox, Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review
Simply sit back and enjoy the story and music as the pages turn for you.
Or choose to play as you go: each page is read and includes a bunch of fun stuff to play with.
Listen to the narration in English, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese.
Read the accompanying text in English, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese.
Mix and match the text and narration – learn something new!
Trigger animations and sound effects by touching.
Enjoy colorful illustrations and easy to read text throughout the
Author: Patricia L. Atchison***
Illustrator: Jo-Anne Jagers
Narrators: English: Emma Zimmerman, Spanish: Briana Brems, Chinese: Torin Li
Music: Christopher Kennedy
Publisher: Wood Lily Publishers
Ages 4 – 8 years
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.4 MB
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Winter Puzzles, in English AND Spanish!
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Mar 03, 2010
The sights and sounds of Winter with 4 Interactive puzzles on EVERY page, AND your choice of Spanish or English text and narration. Mix and match the two and learn a few words of a new language! Digital books have never been so much fun!
Sit back, relax and enjoy the story in the default â€Read to Me’ mode, or
Take control and enjoy the Interactive Experience whereby each page is read, and includes 4 jigsaw puzzles.
Shake or double click device to start puzzle.
Select 6, 12, 25 or 36 pieces to match your skill!
Sound effects congratulate you on correct piece placement.
Listen to the narration in English, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese.
Read the accompanying text in English, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese.
Mix and match the text and narration languages – read Spanish while listening to English!
Enjoy colorful illustrations, simple rhyming text and Wintry sound effects.
Auto page turn or swipe it yourself.
Read by kids for kids!
Ages 2 to 6 years
Author: Chris Demarest

Illustrator: Chris Demarest

Narrator: Marina Toone

Sound: Maple Hill Productions
This is a preview of the flash version you can find at: www.mobistories.com and now also in the iTunes app store, Search: Mobistories
Download File - 4.0 MB
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Barack Obama in Pictures
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Feb 17, 2010
With this amazing new Interactive MobiStory, you can view photos of Barack Obama while following the informative scrolling text, and listening to the narration and sound track. You will also discover many amusing things about our President by clicking on â€Fun Facts.’ It’s easy to navigate to your favorite pages by using the handy Table of Contents.
Ages 6 – 10 years
Author: Jane Katirgis
English Narrator: Sanyika Calloway Boyce, international speaker, top selling author
Additional Narrators: Feng Wang, Torin Li, Maritza Brems, Briana Brems and Danielle Deihl
Sound: Maple Hill Productions
Publisher: Enslow Publishers, Inc.
This is a preview of this MobiStory Interactive book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com. Check out our iPhone Apps at:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewArtist?id=295350854
Download File - 7.4 MB
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Ship - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sun, Dec 06, 2009
A child describes all the sights and sounds experienced by a ship on a day at sea. Easy to read text and bright, bold illustrations combined with a child’s narration, sound effects and fun music. Soon to be available as an iPhone App and flash jigsaw puzzle in Spanish as well!
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrated by Marina Toone
Music and sound effects by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com. Check out our new iPhone Apps at:
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewArtist?id=295350854
Download File - 1.8 MB
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Plane - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Thu, Sep 17, 2009
A child describes the sights from an airplane in simple terms. Easy to read text and bold illustrations combine in this 'board book' to show an airplane swooping over rivers, mountains, lakes and towns.
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrated by Marina Toone
Music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com
Download File - 5.0 MB
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Train - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sat, May 09, 2009
Illustrations, simple text and sound effects present some of the sights and sounds of steam trains as they pass through the countryside.
Age 0 - 6
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrated by Marina Toone
Sound effects by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.2 MB
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El Autobus- The Spanish version of Bus - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Apr 08, 2009
Translated from the original English text and narration, this lovely story is now narrated in Spanish with its corresponding Spanish text. A child describes the sights and sounds experienced on a bus ride. Easy to read text and bold, bright illustrations combined with a child’s narration and sound effects makes this a wonderful story for the youngest of Spanish readers.
Age 0 - 6
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrated by Marina Toone
Sound effects by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.4 MB
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Stranger Danger - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sun, Feb 22, 2009
What do you tell your children about strangers? Stranger Danger is the book that helps you find the way to talk to your child about this very important topic. This may be the most important book you ever give your child. Let them watch it again and again until they remember the rule - and please don't go!
Age 6-10
Written by Patricia Stirnkorb
Illustrated by Claudia Wolf
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book which is FABULOUS! please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.9 MB
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Walter One - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Thu, Feb 12, 2009
The Numberline Lane series is based around a set of books designed to help teaching and learning math through stories. Walter One's story is all about finding out which order the houses are in Numberline Lane, and how he meets his neighbor. Walter One is quite shy, but he is kind and thoughtful. He keeps himself to himself most of the time, but he does like to come first in competitions!
Age: 4 - 7
Written by Fiiona Reynolds
Iillustrations and Music by Nick Reynolds
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book which is FABULOUS! please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 8.8 MB
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Mommy's High Heel Shoes
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Feb 04, 2009
After Mommy leaves for work, her children play with the shoes in her closet. Her daughter tries them all on and realizes Mommy's shoes are tricky to walk in! This fun and heartwarming story explores the subject of why parents work and celebrates a working mother and her sweeter than cupcakes relationship with her children. This book is delightfully read by a young girl and is accompanied by wonderful music written by Hollywood composer Stephen Endelman.
Age: 1 - 8
Written by Kristie Finnan
Illustrated by Pat Achilles
Narrated by Juliann Terry and Kristie Finnan
Music by Stephen Endelman
Sound by Maple Hill Productions
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book which is FABULOUS! please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 8.8 MB
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WhenCanIRoarIT
Author: Still Motion Media
Sat, Dec 27, 2008
Danny is growing up, but isn't sure when to speak, so he asks, "When Can I Roar?" He also wants to know when he can run, yell and shout. Danny is a dinosaur and throughout the story he searches for answers. The story includes a beautiful soundtrack behind the words.
Age 1 - 6
Written by James J. Hartman
Illustrated by Karen Thacker
Narrated by Wendy Toone
Music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.0 MB
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Miles the Crocodile - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Mon, Dec 15, 2008
When jazz meets crocodiles they become colors. This book goes through an array of colors - red, blue, purple, pink, black, green, gray and orange - and moods, matching music to the pictures in the book including a fire engine, motorcycle, dolphins, bats and of all things, jello. If you like lively music, animals and colors you'll love this this book from the Baby Loves Music collection.
Written by Andy Blackman Horowitz
Illustrated by Andrew Cunningham
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 7.3 MB
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Winter - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Fri, Dec 12, 2008
Illustrations, simple text and sound effects represent a child's wonder and wonderful viewpoint of the winter season.
Age 0 - 6
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrated by Marina Toone
Sound effects and music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.2 MB
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All the Way to the Ocean - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Mon, Dec 01, 2008
An inspirational and uplifting story about two best friends and their discovery of the cause and effect relationship between our cities' trash filled storm drains and the world's oceans, lakes and rivers. Listen and read along with the narration given by two kids. Enjoy the music and sound effects that place you right in the story with them, while looking at the vibrant illustrations.
Ages 4 - 8
Written by Joel Harper
Illustrated by Marc Spusta
Narrated by Thomas Kennedy, Jackson Toone, Rick Toone and Wendy Toone
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.9 MB
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Fall - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sat, Nov 01, 2008
Inventive die-cut illustrations and rhyming text create an engaging guessing game in these delightful board books. Each sturdy page is a window into the next, inviting readers to explore the wonders of the seasons. The sights and sounds of Fall.
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrator: Marina Toone
This is a preview of this MobiStory.. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.8 MB
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Tobias Turkey - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sat, Nov 01, 2008
This humorous holiday tale introduces Tobias, the most determined turkey on the farm! The jaunty, folksy music and funny character voices will have the children moving and singing along. Tobias Turkey provides kids with lots of laughs and a valuable lesson - with their determination they can do anything!
Author: Sandra Robbins
Illustrator: Iku Oseki
Narrator: Jeff Olmsted & the cast of See More's Workshop
Music: Jeff Olmsted
This is a preview of this MobiStory. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 7.3 MB
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Lumpy Bumpy Pumpkin - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Fri, Oct 24, 2008
Pumpkins come in all shapes and sizes, and every one of them wants to be the best Jack O’Lantern of all at Halloween. But when you’re a Lumpy Bumpy pumpkin, the odds are stacked against you. Or are they? Read on and see for yourself! The book is rich in rhyme and filled with whimsical songs and funny characters.
Author: Sandra Robbins
Illustrator: Alfredo Garzon
Narrator: Jeff Olmstead & the cast of See More's Workshop
Music: Jeff Olmstead
This is a preview of this MobiStories digital book. To see our complete library, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.3 MB
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Salsa for Kittens and Puppies - A full length MobiStory!
Author: Still Motion Media
Sat, Oct 18, 2008
Join Otis the cat on his annual birthday romp through New York City. Each year his mother has a picnic for Otis in Central Park. It's a very musical picnic, because Otis prepares a special sauce that makes everyone in the city dance to Salsa music. Each of the friends that arrive at the picnic brings an instrument. When all the guests arrive, Otis brings out his piano and they all play the Salsa. Assisting the narrator is a young girl who happily translates some of the narration into Spanish as the story is told.
Written by Andy Blackman Horowitz
Artwork by Derek Rippe
Narrated by Sandra Suarez
Spanish interjections by Fabiana Suarez
Musical Direction: Jose Conde
Download File - 21.6 MB
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Squirrels Thanksgiving Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Sun, Sep 28, 2008
It’s Thanksgiving. Poppa Squirrel asks his two children to show how thankful they are for each other. But Buddy isn’t thankful for Brenda. And Brenda isn’t thankful for Buddy, either! Buddy tries. On Thanksgiving morning, he lets Brenda use the bathroom first. Brenda tries. She pours Buddy a bowl of cereal. Then the squirrels’ mean cousins arrive for Thanksgiving dinner, and Buddy and Brenda discover what it really means to be thankful. An emotive piano score and amusing sound effects accompany the narration.
Written by Steven Kroll
Illustrated by Jenni Bassett
Narrated by Beth Kennedy
Piano score by John Sciullo
Sound by Maple Hill Productions
Download File - 6.1 MB
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Good Mousekeeping - A full length MobiStory!
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Aug 13, 2008
Houses where animals might live! Delightfully clever verse and bright, imaginative artwork, accompanied by a very entertaining soundtrack, will spark children's laughter - and their imaginations. Houses meant for porcupines always carry warning signs ..... ouch!
Written by J. Patrick Lewis
Illustrated by Lisa Desimini
Narrated by Lori Rosolowsky and Christopher Kennedy
Sound and Music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a full version of this MobiStories book. To see our complete catalog of books, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 39.6 MB
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Big Rig Daddy - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Tue, Aug 12, 2008
When the school celebrates Take Your Child to Work day, Livingston Brumble really wants to ride in his Dad's big rig! But his parents say he's not old enough for an over-the-road trip. Or is he?
Written by Dale Wildman
Illustrated by Bill Dickson
Narrated by Andy Kittleson
Music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.1 MB
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Mike and the Bike - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Jul 30, 2008
"This is a boy whose name is Mike. This is Mike’s pride and joy—his bike…" So begins the inspiring tale of a boy, his best friend, and the adventurous relationship that many children begin when they are young and continue during the rest their lives! Illustrated in a retro-contemporary style, Mike and The Bike rhymes its way through Mike's choosing of his favorite toy - his bike (of course!) - and follows him off on adventures around the world and back home, where he goes to bed wearing his helmet, ready for the next day.
Written by Grammy Award–winning guitarist and songwriter, avid cyclist and riding partner of Lance Armstrong, Michael Ward.
Foreword by 6-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong.
Music by Michael and his son, Tennessee Ward.
Special musical narration by the "Voice of Cycling," Phil Liggett.
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 7.3 MB
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Do You Know the Way to Find an A? Preview.
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Jul 30, 2008
A new way to learn the ABC's is presented in the delightful verse of Dale Wildman! Come along with the animals and learn how to find each letter of the alphabet! Parents and kids will enjoy this fresh approach to the alphabet book.
Written by Dale Wildman
Illustrated by Peter Sisung
Narrated by The MobiStories Gang
Music by Christopher Kennedy
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.3 MB
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How The Turtle Got It's Shell - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Jul 16, 2008
In this traditional tale, Nyame the African Sky God needs a big drum for his festival. He’s heard one he likes very much, but it belongs Osebo, the fierce and powerful Leopard. Nyame orders the animals to fetch it to him. It’s not going to be an easy task. However, the reward for the one who succeeds will be very special. The powerful chanting and drumming accompanying this Ashanti tale has earned it the distinction of an ALA Notable Children's Recording.
Author: Sandra Robbins
Illustrator: Iku Oseki
Narrator: Jeff Olmsted & the cast of See More's Workshop
Music: Jeff Olmsted
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 6.3 MB
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The Magic Rocket - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Jul 16, 2008
A fantastic adventure with a wonderful premise: a toy rocket grows to life-size proportions just in time for its young new owner, Felix, to chase after a space alien who has kidnapped his pet dog, Atom. Battles ensue high up in orbit as Felix finally retrieves Atom from the horrible alien with the help of the rocket's on board computer. Tremendously exciting sound effects accompany the adult and child reading of this imaginative adventure. Kids will want to watch it over and over!
Written by Steven Kroll
Illustrated by Will Hillenbrand
Narrated by Christopher Kennedy and Thomas Kennedy
Sound by Maple Hill Productions
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.9 MB
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Bus - Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Fri, Jun 27, 2008
A child describes the sights and sounds experienced on a bus ride. Easy to read text and bold, bright illustrations combined with a child’s narration and sound effects. Visit www.mobistories.com to buy the book and view our entire library of exciting MobiStories!
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrator: Marina Toone
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 4.9 MB
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Spring - A full length MobiStory!
Author: Still Motion Media
Wed, Jun 04, 2008
Illustrations and simple rhyming text present some of the sights and sounds of spring. Read by a child with memorable music. A full length book.
Written and illustrated by Chris L. Demarest
Narrator: Marina Toone
Sound: Maple Hill Productions
This is a full version of this MobiStories book. To see our complete catalog of books, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 14.2 MB
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Thrift Store Bears Vol2 Preview
Author: Still Motion Media
Thu, May 29, 2008
“The Thrift Store Bears” is a color illustrated book of rhyming stories about teddy bears that have been rescued from thrift stores. The books are written for children of five to nine years of age but appeal to children of all ages, including adults who love teddy bears. Each poem describes the ups and downs, the joys, hopes and adventures of bears. Although the bears come in many sizes and colors, they have one big thing in common: they were all rescued from thrift stores. Lively music and narration accompanies each poem. This is Volume 2 of 6.
Author: Olive Evans
Illustrator: Patricia Wooley
Narrator: Olive Evans
Music: Jim Furmstron
This is a preview of this MobiStories book. To get the full length book, please visit us at www.mobistories.com.
Download File - 5.8 MB
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