Are your kids bored during their holidays? Are you trying your best to refrain from popping them in from of another screen but failing miserably? Why not have them listen to some epic audiobooks! They’re entertaining, screen-free, help their imagination soar and allay your guilt too – after all, technically the kids are reading! (well listening anyway!) Scroll below to check out a list of kid-friendly titles across ages to GET SET GO on Audible.
For kids in the age group of 0 – 5 Years
Written by: Roald Dahl; Narrated by: Chris O’Dowd
One of the finest picks from Penguin is the audiobook edition of Fantastic Mr. Fox revolving around the anthropomorphic and clever Mr Fox, who outwits his farmer neighbours to steal their food from right under their noses. While the befuddled farmers set on an adventurous ride to trap Mr Fox, he still manages to outsmart them and emerges victorious.
Written by: Lavanya R.N; Narrated by: Karthik Kumar
In a distant reality, situated in the hinterland of the animal kingdom, witnesses an unlikely friendship between the King of the Jungle and a brave mouse. This story will show you a mighty lion realizing that even the littlest friends are worth having. Listeners familiar with this timeless tale and those who are new to the story will love the simple, beautiful language of this retelling.
Written by: Judith Kerr; Narrated by: Geraldine MC Ewan
Since its publication over 40 years ago, this book has been among kids’ favourites. The book is about an exciting tale of a girl called Sophie, her mother and an anthropomorphised tiger who joins the family for an afternoon tea and consumes all the food and drink they have.
For kids in the age group of 6 – 8 Years
Written by: Ruskin Bond; Narrated by Manisha Seth
A collection of short stories by Ruskin Bond, who has been delighting and enchanting each new generation with his heart-warming tales of friendship, love and more. This bundle of joy includes his best collection of stories to introduce the young listener to Ruskin’s cast of beloved characters – from the irrepressible Rusty, with his constant thirst for adventure, to his grandfather, with his overflowing kindness towards all creatures, great and small.
Written by: Adil Mukesh; Narrated by: Aarti Aney Menon
Panchatantra is a timeless Indian classic. This audiobook offers the best Panchatantra tale for every day of the year. Kids can simply plug in their headphones and learn about clever hares, cunning jackals, evil hunters, great friends, and more! 365 Panchatantra Stories is definitely a treasure of wisdom, the perfect addition to a child’s audiobook collection.
3. The Getaway
Written by: Jeff Kiney; Narrated by: Dan Russel
One of the most brilliant and bestselling books of the Wimpy Kid series is the Getaway, where Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town. As the cold weather and the Christmas holidays are arriving, The Heffley family decides to go and find solace in the tropical island resort for some much-needed relaxation. However, their holiday is all about encountering unexpected events, making it a not so pleasant experience.
For kids in the age group of 9- 12 Years
Written by: J.K Rowling; Narrated by Stephen Fry
The Harry Potter audiobooks never fail to bring comfort and escapism to listeners of all ages. With its message of hope, belonging, and the enduring power of truth and love, the story of The Boy Who Lived continues to delight generations of new listeners. Harry Potter has never heard of Hogwarts when the letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. An incredible adventure every child must get on this summer.
Written by: Frances Hodgson Burnett; Narrated by: Elizabeth Klett, Amanda Friday, Anna Grace, Sarah Bacaller, Danielle Cohen, Graham Scott, Lillian Rachel
One of the most delightful and enduring classics of children’s literature, The Secret Garden has been one of the favourite collections amongst people young and old since it made its first appearance. The story revolves around Mary Lennox, an unloved orphan who travels from India to Yorkshire to live at Misselthwaite Manor, the home of her uncle Archibald Craven. She is nurtured in the beautiful countryside amongst its kind inhabitants, and then soon, she begins to unravel the multiple secrets both inside and outside her uncle’s estate.
Written by Rick Riroda; Narrated by; Robbie Daymon
In a series of adventures, a shattered but determined Apollo goes camping in Jupiter, where he is given the responsibility to learn what it is to be a hero or otherwise die trying to be one. Even though he and his friends have emerged from the Burning Maze, they still have a coalition of three powerful men to triumph over, a few oracles to rescue and prophecies to decipher so that the world may be saved, and Lester can become Apollo once again.
For kids above 13 years
Written by: Suzanne Collins; Narrated by: Tatiana Maslany
Emmy Award-winning actress Tatiana Maslany narrates this special edition recording of the first audiobook in the worldwide best-selling trilogy. Sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen regards it as a death sentence when she steps forward to take her sister’s place in the Games. But Katniss has been close to death before, and survival is second nature for her. Still, if she is to win, she will have to start making choices that weigh survival against humanity and life against love. This special edition audiobook includes a bonus track Q&A with Tatiana Maslany.
Written by: APJ Abdul Kalam, Arun Tiwari; Narrated by: Girish Karnad
The ‘Wings of Fire’ is an autobiography by visionary scientist Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who rose to be the President of India from very humble beginnings. The audiobook is full of insights, personal moments and life experiences of Dr Kalam. It gives us an understanding of his journey to success. Listening to this audiobook will undoubtedly evoke the listeners to identify with one’s inner fire and potential, for he was of the firm belief that each of us was born with the strength and potential to make a tangible change in the world.
Written by John Green: Written by Will Wheaton
Looking for Alaska is a coming-of-age novel based on several themes exploring the domain of grief, hope, thought processes, and finding its affiliation to youth-adult relationships. Looking for Alaska brilliantly narrates the chronology of the indelible impact one life can have on another. A modern classic, this stunning debut marked number one best-selling author John Green’s arrival as a groundbreaking new voice in contemporary fiction.
