Whoa, do we have a big card drop for you this Thursday! Where to begin?
If your little one is a fan of magical tales, check out our brand-new Yoto Original 5-Minute Stories pack! More into Disney Junior? We’ve got you covered with the brand-new Disney Junior Storybook Collection card. And if you've been wanting Winnie the Pooh in Latin American Spanish, we now have that, too!
Parents of older kids, don’t worry, we didn’t forget you. We’re launching a wave of amazing middle grade stories, including modern classics across the UK, AU, and EU: His Dark Materials (available in English and French), Noughts & Crosses, and even a brand-new Percy Jackson pack.
And for little learners? We’re adding two new Ladybird Language Stories plus The Black Curriculum Collection.
On top of all of this and more, we have four new cards from Independent Creators!
Scroll down to see what’s new!
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đź›’ 5-Minute Magical Stories Pack
Age Range: 4-7
Prance, flutter, and dive into a magical collection of tales featuring unicorns, mermaids, and fairies—where dreams come to life!
5-Minute Unicorn Stories: Enter a dress-making contest with the most fashionable unicorn in all of Sparkledonia, attend Unicorn School with Goldy the Unpredictable, befriend a mermicorn with Greta, help Sasha pet-sit for a finned companion, and race across a rainbow with Gigi the bear cub… on the backs of her unicorn friends!
5-Minute Mermaid Stories: Help Abby the mermaid get rid of the pests in her underwater garden, grow a shimmering mermaid tail and swim through the ocean with Alia, learn how to take care of a pet Shark with Gilly, help Jaden sort through the mail for everyone in the seven seas, and sing a beautiful whale song with Jasmine… even with a sore throat!
5-Minute Fairy Stories: Solve the mystery of the missing crown with fairy detective Fern, find out what’s on the other side of the magical fairy door with Cecelia, help Pip rid the fairy ball of a giant, party-crashing frog, show Spark what’s so special about being a sprite, and join Juniper as she makes her way home through the forest… with the help of some truly magical friends!
đź›’ The Nine Night Mystery
Age Range: 9+
A gripping murder-mystery about identity, full of surprising twists, from the award-winning author of High-Rise Mystery and The Good Turn. Last night Wesley and his friends Josephine and Margot threw their neighbour Rachel a surprise birthday party. This morning, Rachel is dead. And Wesley is the one who finds her body. Rachel's friends throw a traditional Caribbean Nine Night celebration to help guide her soul to the next world. But Wesley, Margot and Josephine don't have time to mourn Rachel. They are determined to find out who did this - and find out what secrets Rachel was keeping...
đź›’ The Legend of the Last Library
Age Range: 8+
In a world where paper is extremely scarce and books are priceless, Juni undertakes a dangerous quest to find a legendary lost treasure—the last library. Juni lives in a world without books. The Blight killed off all the trees, and since then, paper is worth more than just about anything else. Juni’s parents were killed in an archeological dig when she was young, so now it’s just her and her Grandpa Edgar, trying to survive. When she’s not in school, Juni and her friends Doler and Quaze turn to plifting—scavenging in abandoned buildings for any scrap of paper they can find—to earn a little money. If Juni can find enough paper, she can pay for the expensive health care Grandpa needs. So when Juni discovers a book—the first one she’s ever seen—hidden in a box in her grandpa’s closet, she’s both surprised and elated at the thought of the money she could get by selling it. Grandpa, however, insists that she read it first. Beyond the experience of opening her imagination, which exceeds her expectations, the book has hidden clues in the text that point to what could be the last library on Earth. If reading one book could change her own life so dramatically, what would access to thousands of books do?While out plifting, Juni meets Kobyn, who’s connected to a secret organization eager to find the library and who seems to know something about how Juni’s parents actually died. The mystery deepens when Juni meets Ullred O’Donnell, the head of Novexus, a megacorporation that has replaced the government and now controls all the information—and misinformation—the public sees. With an army of robot sentry dogs by his side, Ullred warns Juni to abandon her quest—or else. Juni, Doler, and Kobyn—along with Zeno, an AI holographic guardian of the library—must liberate the information the library contains and share it with the world before Novexus claims it for their own.
UK, EU, and AU Card Stores
đź›’ Ladybird Language Stories: My First Words in Arabic
Age Range: 5-7
We love learning new language skills. It can help us on holiday, and it can sometimes make our friends feel loved and accepted. On this adventure, we’re catching up with a pen pal who speaks Arabic. We’re going to learn some new words and phrases to help ask questions about what our friend like to do in their spare time. This interactive adventure is written to help young children confidently learn new language skills, while having some fun along the way. During the course of this action-packed hour children, will learn simple greetings, and range of Arabic phrases.
đź›’ Ladybird Language Stories: My Next Words in Spanish
Age Range: 5-7
We are going back to Spain on holiday! What are we going to see and learn next? What a great opportunity to meet new people and to learn some new words and phrases. On this holiday we’re going to be going to beach, enjoying some tasty food, and learning more about Spanish culture. This interactive adventure is written to help young children confidently learn new language skills, while having some fun along the way. During the course of this action-packed hour children will learn further Spanish skills focusing on buying and ordering, as well as making new friends. They will have help from our expert guide and they will be learning some more brilliant facts about Spain too!
đź›’ The Black Curriculum Collection: Migration, Legacies, Places
Age Range: 9+
Learn about inspiring stories of iconic figures, important places and how migration has shaped Black British History in this three-story collection!
Legacies:
 Featuring a foreword by Lewis Hamilton, discover inspiring stories about key figures from Black British History. Learn about Britain's Black STEM heroes, like Dr Cecil Belfield Clark who changed medicine; incredible musicians from Evelyn Dove to Arlo Parks; sports stars who broke new ground, like Maurice Burton and Lewis Hamilton; and activists like Olive Morris and Claudia Jones who fought for their communities. Learn about the links between different legacies and how people from the past paved the way for modern day heroes. Lania Narjee is an artist, educator and art psychotherapist who lives and works in London. A trained primary school teacher, she has worked with children and young people for almost a decade and has a lifelong passion for history and art. Her great grandfather was one of the original Windrush passengers that arrived at Tilbury Docks on 22nd June 1948.
Migration: Featuring a foreword from Maro Itoje, discover how migration has been part of British history right from the start. For example, did you know Black people lived in Britain during Roman times? Or that there was a Black trumpeter in Henry VIII's court? Find out more in this fascinating guide to Britain's diverse history. Discover the Black British people who campaigned for the abolition of slavery in the 18th century, like Olaudah Equiano. Find out what brought people to Britain in the 20th century and what life was like for them. Learn how migration is important to Britain's identity and history, and how it continues today. Millie Mensah is a visual designer working with charities, education provisions and non-profit organisations. Millie worked within youth justice for 8 years, supporting vulnerable young people and their families. With an interest in history, politics and society, plus a purpose to raise awareness, writing this book for Millie has been a wish fulfilled.
Places: Featuring a foreword from Darcus Beese, learn about the important places that define Black British History. Dive into untold stories and learn what happened when and where. Who was John Edmonstone, where did he live in Edinburgh, and how did he influence Charles Darwin? What can street names tell us about Britain's links to the Transatlantic Slave Trade? Who campaigned to Free the Cardiff Three and how did St Pauls Carnival get started? Learn all this and more, with this collection of important stories from Black British history around the UK. Melody Triumph is a writer and teacher based in Kent and London. Amanda Quartey lives in the UK and was born and bred in London. At the age of 14 she moved to Ghana and studied art at school and later returned to the UK to study graphic design. At university she majored in Classics.
đź›’ Noughts & Crosses
Age Range: 12+
Sephy is a Cross: dark-skinned and beautiful, she lives a life of privilege and power. But she's lonely, and burns with injustice at the world she sees around her. Callum is a nought: pale-skinned and poor, he's considered to be less than nothing - a blanker, there to serve Crosses - but he dreams of a better life. They've been friends since they were children, and they both know that's as far as it can ever go. Noughts and Crosses are fated to be bitter enemies - love is out of the question. Then - in spite of a world that is fiercely against them - these star-crossed lovers choose each other. But this is love story that will lead both of them into terrible danger . . . and which will have shocking repercussions for generations to come. Voted as one of the UK's best-loved books, Malorie Blackman's Noughts & Crosses is a seminal piece of YA fiction; a true modern classic.
đź›’ The Percy Jackson Collection
Age Range: 9+
Half boy. Half God. All hero. All seven books in the bestselling, blockbuster Percy Jackson series in one audio collection, narrated by Jesse Bernstein. The Greek Gods are alive and kicking in Percy Jackson and the Olympians. He’s the demigod son of Poseidon and the whole world rests in his hands…This collection includes: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters, Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse, Percy Jackson and the Battle of the Labyrinth, Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian, Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Chalice of the Gods and Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Wrath of the Triple Goddess.
đź›’ His Dark Materials Collection
Age Range: 12+
The definitive production of Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife and The Amber Spyglass, narrated by Ruth Wilson. “Without this child, we shall all die.” Lyra Belacqua and her animal daemon live half-wild and carefree among scholars of Jordan College, Oxford. The destiny that awaits her will take her to the frozen lands of the Arctic, where witch-clans reign and ice-bears fight. Her extraordinary journey will have immeasurable consequences far beyond her own world… First published in 1995, and acclaimed as a modern masterpiece, the first book in the series won the UK's top awards for children's literature, including the Carnegie Medal. Ruth Wilson is an award-winning actress, best known for her roles in His Dark Materials, Luther, Mrs Wilson and The Affair. She won universal acclaim, and the BAFTA Cymru Award for Best Actress for her portrayal of Mrs Coulter in the BBC adaptation of His Dark Materials. The Amber Spyglass also includes a bonus conversation between Ruth Wilson and Philip Pullman.
US, UK, CA, and EU Card Stores
đź›’ Disney Junior Storybook Collection
Age Range: 3+
Join Ariel, Minnie, Mickey, and all your Disney Junior friends in this fun-filled story collection! Hang out at the Clubhouse with Mickey, Minnie and the rest of the gang, attend a royal slumber party with Sofia the First, help Doc diagnose her toy patients, and so much more in these 13 exciting stories packed with magic and laughter!
This collection includes: Ariel: Cuttlebaby Sitter, Sofia the First: Finding Clover, Sofia the First: Royal Slumber Party, Doc McStuffins: Nightime, Doc McStuffins: Tea Party Tantrum, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Look Before You Leap, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey and Donald Have a Farm, Minnie: Bloomin Bows, Minnie: Trouble Times Two, Jake and the Neverland Pirates: Jake Saves Bucky, Jake and the Neverland Pirates: Save Me Smee, Henry Hugglemonster: Daddo Daycare, Henry Hugglemonster: Piano Lesson
US & CA Card Stores
đź›’ The Swift and Hawk Pack
Age Range: 8+
For fans of Alex Rider and Spy School comes the thrilling Swift and Hawk series, where cutting-edge technology meets unstoppable teen ingenuity. Follow Caleb Swift and Zen Rafiq, young superspies and tech prodigies, as they navigate high-stakes missions packed with danger, adventure, and mind-blowing gadgets. In their first mission, Swift and Hawk are thrust into a life-or-death rescue operation when the shadowy Möbius group kidnaps their families. Armed with their expertise in AI and robotics, the duo embarks on a perilous journey from the tunnels beneath the British Museum to the docklands of Amsterdam and the remote island of Spøkelsøy. Along the way, they face spies, saboteurs, and a chilling enemy as they race to uncover the secrets of the mysterious ship Nightfall. In their second adventure, a seemingly routine mission to stop a tech company hack reveals a far more sinister plot involving weaponized robots and a dangerous secret organization. With Caleb’s brilliant tech skills and Zen’s unmatched physical prowess, they dive into a risky undercover mission. Supported by the elite Möbius Program, they must outsmart the enemy in epic cyber-battles, outmaneuver them in high-octane chases, and push their skills to the limit to prevent disaster. Full of explosive action, gripping twists, and state-of-the-art tech, the Swift and Hawk series is a must-read for young espionage fans looking for their next adventure.
EU & US Card Stores
đź›’ Winnie-the-Pooh y la aventura al Polo Norte (English & LatAM Spanish)
Edad recomendada: 8+
Winnie-the-Pooh y sus amigos embarcan juntos en una aventura al aire libre buscando el Polo Norte. // Winnie the Pooh and his friends join together on an outdoor adventure in search of the North Pole.
EU Card Store
🛒 À la croisée des mondes
tranche d'âge: 9+
Dans cette épopée, le destin et les choix de Lyra auront des conséquences au-delà de son propre monde.
Les royaumes du nord: La jeune Lyra, élevée à Oxford au sein du prestigieux Jordan College, dans le monde austère des Érudits, mène entre ces vénérables murs une existence intrépide de sauvageonne, en compagnie de Roger, le marmiton. Depuis quelque temps, une invisible menace semble planer sur le monde connu, une mystérieuse Poussière qui tombe du ciel. Des expéditions sont organisées vers les régions lointaines et inhospitalières du Nord, d'où semble venir le fléau. Existe-t-il un lien entre la Poussière et les nombreuses disparitions d'enfants que leurs ravisseurs semblent conduire vers le Nord, pour leur faire subir, dit-on, d'atroces mutilations? Quand Roger disparaît à son tour, Lyra n'hésite pas à se lancer sur ses traces, aidée par le peuple des gitans… Un voyage vers le Grand Nord, périlleux et exaltant, qui lui apportera la révélation de ses extraordinaires pouvoirs et la conduira à la frontière d'un autre monde.
La tour des anges: Le jeune Will, à la recherche de son père disparu depuis des années, croit avoir tué un homme. Dans sa fuite, il franchit la brèche qui lui permet de passer dans un monde parallèle. Là , à Città gazze, la ville au-delà de l'Aurore, il rencontre Lyra. Les deux enfants devront lutter contre les forces obscures du mal et, pour accomplir leur quête, pénétrer dans la mystérieuse tour des Anges.
Le miroir d'ambre: Lyra est retenue prisonnière par Mme Coulter qui, pour mieux s'assurer de sa docilité, l'a plongée dans un sommeil artificiel. Will, l'ami de Lyra, armé du poignard subtil, s'est lancé à sa recherche, escorté par un duo d'anges acerbes. Il délivre Lyra mais, à son réveil, elle lui annonce qu'une mission encore plus périlleuse les attend : ils doivent descendre dans le monde des morts.
Cards from Independent Creators
đź›’ Poppy the Pea - Oh, What a great way to be - US / UK Stores
Age Range: 5+
Meet Poppy the Pea…she’s “one of a kind, the most unlikely Pea you’re likely to find”.Poppy lives with her fellow peas "in the dark and freezy degrees." She dreams of being bold and free to explore the outside world, but one irrational and overwhelming fear stands in her way. Can this sweet little pea ever be bold and break free? Join Poppy as she engages with fear, setbacks, and wise characters on her first and formative adventure! This is the first title in an inspiring new rhyming book series following the adventures of Poppy the Pea - now brought beautifully to life through the warm and engaging voice of actress Julia Savill, along with fun sound effects and music that will entertain listeners young and old. This audiobook is a perfect accompaniment to the Poppy the Pea hardback or eBook, and is suitable for children aged five onwards: with playful rhyming verse and catchy refrains that convey a variety of discussion points and life lessons. The division of the story into five very short chapters also introduces emergent listeners to a more structured format. Poppy the Pea - Oh, what a great way to be is a charming and inspirational short tale centred around an endearing female character, with universal themes of bravery, resilience, friendship and hope that will appeal to all genders and ages.
đź›’ The Jungle Book - The Soundscape Audiobook - US / UK Stores
Age Range: 8+
Step into the mythic world of Rudyard Kipling’s classic The Jungle Book through the immersive power of a soundscape audiobook. Meticulously crafted, Root & Twig Sounds is proud to present this unforgettable way to experience the timeless tale for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring captivating sound effects, epic original music, and delightful voice acting and narration by Phil Dragash. Join us for a journey with Mowgli the man-cub, Bagheera the Black Panther, Baloo the Bear and the treacherous tiger Shere-Khan.
đź›’ Finally Free: The Story of Exodus - US / AU Stores
Age Range: 5+
In beautifully retold single-volumes, we make the whole story of the Bible come alive using language kids can easily understand. From Genesis to Revelation, get ready to experience the Bible in a whole new way! Creators brings original audio from independent creators to Yoto: Get to know Kaleidoscope and check out our Q&A with the creator.
đź›’ Our God Wins: The Book of Revelation - US / UK / AU Stores
Age Range: 9+
In beautifully retold single-volumes, we make the whole story of the Bible come alive using language kids can easily understand. From Genesis to Revelation, get ready to experience the Bible in a whole new way! Creators brings original audio from independent creators to Yoto: Get to know Kaleidoscope and check out our Q&A with the creator.
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