Showing results by author "Kate Wiggin" in All Categories

This unforgettable children’s classic has been captivating children and adults alike for almost a century. Rebecca’s widowed mother has a failing farm, meager resources, and seven children to raise. When her spinster sisters offer Rebecca a home and an education, Mrs. Randall bundles her second eldest into a stagecoach with a kiss and an admonition to stay out of mischief. Could she be asking too much of the free-spirited imp with sparkling eyes and insatiable curiosity?

Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm has delighted readers for over 100 years. Published in 1903, when girls were inevitably depicted as pretty, gentle and proper, Rebecca Rowena Randall burst onto the scene of children's literature. Sent to live with her prim and proper Aunt Miranda, who is expecting her much more demure sister, Rebecca is a "bird of a very different feather".

The indomitable 10-year-old Rebecca has been sent away from her home at Sunnybrook Farm to live with her two spinster aunts in the quiet town of Riverboro in order to be brought up as a proper little lady.

The sudden death of the father of the family results in the drastic reduction of the Careys' income and they must leave their comfortable home in Boston. Nancy Carey, the eldest, recalls a vacation in Maine when they all picnicked in the garden of a big, vacant house that her father loved. She discovers that the house is available, the rent is cheap, and persuades her mother that life in The Yellow House in Beulah, Maine is the perfect place to begin their new life.

Here is a selection of some of the best-known and best-loved tales of The Arabian Nights, including "Sinbad", "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves", "Aladdin", "The Talking Bird", and the "Fisherman and the Genie". In this "treasure house of pleasant things" you will find golden palaces, gem studded caves, and breathtaking gardens.

Spirited, willful, and exceptionally charming, Rebecca Randall is sent by her struggling mother to live with her two aunts—who had expected Rebecca’s quieter and more dutiful older sister. Little Rebecca clashes right away with dour Aunt Miranda and slightly overwhelms kind and reserved Aunt Jane. Throughout each unexpected challenge, new friendship, hard lesson, and sweet encounter, Rebecca’s persistent optimism and innocent love slowly influences the entire town for the better. Learning when to adapt and grow and when to stand strong, Rebecca finds an irreplaceable home in Riverboro.

Eleven-year-old Rebecca Randall is quite a handful - and now she’s leaving her beloved Sunnybrook Farm to live with her well-to-do elderly aunts and get an education. But they were expecting Rebecca’s quiet, hardworking older sister instead. Can the bright-eyed and talkative girl win them over...especially her strict, rule-bound Aunt Miranda? Just as Rebecca’s “grand spirit” charms everyone in the story, it will captivate listeners, too.

Tantor Media presents a collection of some of the most popular Christmas stories read by award-winning narrators Renee Raudman and Alan Sklar. This special anthology will transport listeners back to the Christmases of their youth, when they first heard these holiday tales.

In the bustling streets of Persia, Emperor Kosrouschah wanders in disguise and overhears three sisters dreaming out loud—one craving the royal baker, another the chief cook, and the youngest daring to wish for the emperor himself… and children touched by wonder: hair of gold and silver, tears like pearls, a smile like a rose.

In Diary of a Goose Girl, we meet a spirited young woman who, after a small quarrel with her lover, seeks refuge as a paying guest on a charming poultry farm nestled in a quiet Sussex village. Embracing her independence, she immerses herself in the daily rhythms of farm life, uncovering both adventure and self-discovery along the way. This delightful tale is penned by the author of beloved classics like Mother Careys Chickens and The Birds Christmas Carol.

With timeless classics from some of the most notable names in literature, this Christmas story bundle is the perfect listen for the most wonderful time of the year.

Step back into the enchanting world of Riverboro, Maine, and immerse yourself in the captivating adventures of young Rebecca Randall. This dramatic reading offers a delightful companion story to Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, exploring Rebeccas charming escapades and the colorful characters that populate her life. With a talented cast bringing the story to life, you’ll find yourself enchanted by Rebecca’s journey through friendship, mischief, and growth.

In the heartwarming tale of Mother Carey’s Chickens, we follow the enduring spirit of the Carey family as they navigate life after Captain Carey embarks on a long, uncertain journey. Although they strive to remain a united family, the absence of their father creates an undeniable void. As they cling to cherished memories of his love and guidance, the Careys resolve to embody what their mother calls the three Bs—brave, bright, and busy. This poignant story, penned by the author of Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm, chronicles a widow and her four children who, facing financial hardships, must ...

When young Rebecca moves in with her two strict aunts in a quaint Maine village, her vibrant spirit and zest for life begin to transform their world. Join her heartwarming journey as she inspires those around her with her joy and imagination.

Join ten-year-old Rebecca Randall as she embarks on a new adventure at her aunts brick house in Riverboro. Though her arrival is met with a chilly reception, Rebeccas vibrant spirit begins to warm the hearts of those around her. Will she be able to navigate Aunt Mirandas strict ways and find her place in this new home? Experience the charm and challenges of Rebeccas journey in this delightful dramatic reading. (Summary by Twinkle88)

The minister's new wife, Reba, is spirited, kind, and compassionate - she has made the town minister incredibly happy and has organized his affairs so that he can focus on the work of the Lord. Despite all of this, there is still contention in the church due to rebellious youths that threatens to tear the town apart. Reba decides to use her talents in poetry to bring everyone together for the holidays.

Kate Douglas Wiggin was an American educator and author of children's stories, including the classic children's novel Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm. The Birds' Christmas Carol, published in 1888, is a novel about Carol Bird, a Christmas baby who turns into an exceptionally kind and generous young girl who has a positive effect on everyone with whom she comes into contact. The story was adapted as the silent movie A Bit o' Heaven in 1917.

Not to be confused with the classic poem, this short story is a delightful bit of storytelling about the many babes in the wood. This not only includes children, but also beetles, ants, spiders, and - wasps. Educations and just plain fun for the child in all of us.

In The Story of the Fisherman and the Genie, an aging fisherman struggles each day to provide for his family, casting his nets into the sea with little success. On what seems to be another day of disappointment, he pulls from the water a strange sealed copper vessel—an object that soon unleashes a terrifying surprise. From the vessel emerges a powerful genie, imprisoned centuries ago by the great King Solomon. But freedom has not softened the spirit’s heart. Instead of gratitude, the fisherman is promised death.

Join a delightful small-town New England congregation as they prepare for Christmas, only to find a woman’s long-held dreams unexpectedly rekindled. A heartwarming tale narrated by KevinS that captures the spirit of hope and love during the holiday season.