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Five Children and It

By: E. Nesbit
Narrated by: Virginia Leishman
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On a summer holiday in the countryside of England, five children suddenly find themselves without the supervision of their parents. Left alone with the housekeeper, the children anticipate a dull vacation. However, they soon find more adventure than they can handle. The first day after their parents leave, the children head for a gravel pit to pretend that they are at the beach. While digging in the sand they find a Psammead, or a sand fairy. The grumpy genie promises to grant the children one wish a day that will last until sunset. But as often happens with wishes, none turn out quite the way the children expect. They are led through a series of hilarious adventures by the Psammead as they learn to appreciate what they already have.

Edith Nesbit was one of the first authors to write children’s books that captured what it was like to be young. Her humorous stories are sure to entertain as they gently teach children about the things in life that are truly valuable.

Public Domain (P)2000 Recorded Books Classics Literature & Fiction Fiction Funny Witty
Charming Story • Hilarious Content • Excellent Narration • Magical Storytelling • Fun Adventure • Clever Language
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Such a charming children’s story! And the narrator did such a good job of conveying the emotion and characters. Really really good. My kids were riveted.

Charming!

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Very cute. Parents will enjoy as well as kids! Clever story, language, and lesson. Enjoy!

So clever

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first heard this recording on cassette tapes as it played for my now adult children on a long car trip. While occasionally the gender characterizations are a bit dated, the story is as entertaining and charming as ever.

oldie but goodie

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Not my favorite book by Nesbit, but good overall and wonderful narration! I recommend her!

Beautiful narration

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My kids and I thoroughly enjoyed it. My kids, ages 5 and 7, describe it as funny, and yet intense at times.

Full of Fun and Adventure

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Great children's classic!! I would reccomend as a read aloud for anyone aged 5-14

Great Children's Classic

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This is a good book or audiobook which ever one you choose you should know that this is one of the best books I've ever read, but I'm a nine-year-old what do I know about these things? I think that anyone who reads this book should know that it is very funny and in some parts it is downright hilarious but as I said, i'm a nine-year-old what do I know about these things? As I said in the title of my review, I love this book!!!!💙☺️

I Love this book💙!!!

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they just don't write stories like this any more. Kids love it! ! magical yet so real....feels like you are being told a story not read one.

great story for everyone!

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Amazing story line! So fun for kids AND adults! Fun. Great. Enjoyable. The narrator was AMAZING!

Best Book by E. Nesbit

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Enjoyed the time period and the words love the setting. Definitely recommend it all day everyday.

Great children’s book

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