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Little Busy Bodies Insects and Their Wonders

Little Busy Bodies Insects and Their Wonders

Jeannette Augustus Marks, Julia Moody 17 Episodes Oct 14, 2026

Dive into the enchanting world of crickets, ants, bees, and other little busybodies through delightful short stories crafted by two loving authors. Aimed at sparking curiosity in their children, these tales reveal the incredible lives of insects waiting to be discovered. You'll learn that the marvels of these tiny creatures surpass even the most enchanting fairy tales. The authors invite young readers to understand the joys and challenges faced by these little beings, while also exploring how they play vital roles in our ecosystem. Each story is a heartfelt conversation between the authors and their children, encouraging readers of all ages to appreciate the beauty of nature.

Episodes

Iliad for Boys and Girls-Alfred John Church
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In the Nursery of My Bookhouse-Olive Beaupre Miller, Various
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Stone Axe Of Burkamukk-Mary Grant Bruce
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Christmas Reindeer-Thornton W. Burgess
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Outa Karel’s Stories South African Folk-Lore Tales-Sanni Metelerkamp
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Adventures of Johnny Chuck-Thornton W. Burgess
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My Very Own Fairy Stories-Johnny Gruelle
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Stories the Iroquois Tell Their Children-Mabel Powers
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Harper's Young People, Vol. 01, Issue 42, August 17, 1880-Various
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Faust II-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
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Australian Fairy Tales-James Hume-Cook
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