Education bestsellers

Original Sins

The (Mis)education of Black and Native Children and the Construction of AmericanRacism

By: Eve L. Ewing
Narrated by: Robin Miles & Eve L. Ewing
Length: 12 hours 14 minutes

“I think everyone who grew up in the American school system should read this book. Both a look at the history of (mis)education to marginalized people to the continuing disenfranchisement of many students in America, I learned a lot from reading this. I will never look at schools or the United States in the same way. An excellent and... Read more

The Jesus Storybook Bible

Every story whispers his name

Jesus Storybook Bible

By: Sally Lloyd-Jones
Narrated by: David Suchet
Length: 3 hours 23 minutes

Trusted and treasured for over a decade,?The Jesus Storybook Bible?has been introducing children to God’s wonderful story, and the Savior at the center of that story.? With over 3 million copies sold,?The Jesus Storybook Bible?is the quintessential book for parents, grandparents, pastors, and anyone else who wants to share God’s??Never Stopping,... Read more

Financial Feminist

Overcome the Patriarchy’s Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love

By: Tori Dunlap
Narrated by: Tori Dunlap, Samantha Tan, Shayna Small, Jaime Lamchick & Graham Halstead
Length: 8 hours 3 minutes

“In Financial Feminist Tori gives you actionable recommendations on financial independence. She starts with explanations so you can understand financial terms, then prioritizes goals for anyone looking for financial growth. Read more

That Librarian

The Fight Against Book Banning in America

By: Amanda Jones
Narrated by: Amanda Jones
Length: 9 hours 56 minutes

“This book is the incredible - and highly stress inducing, don't read before bedtime - the memoir of a Louisiana middle-school librarian who finds herself at the front line of the culture wars. Powerful!! Read more

Pedagogy of the Oppressed

50th Anniversary Edition

By: Paulo Freire
Narrated by: Dennis Kleinman
Length: 7 hours 41 minutes

First published in Portuguese in 1968, Pedagogy of the Oppressed was translated and published in English in 1970. Paulo Freire's work has helped to empower countless people throughout the world and has taken on special urgency in the United States and Western Europe, where the creation of a permanent underclass among the underprivileged and... Read more

The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 2

Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story

By: Jan Berenstain & Mike Berenstain
Narrated by: Jill Blackwood
Length: 30 minutes

Young readers will enjoy The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 2, a four-book treasury of Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ audiobooks. Children will learn biblical values through these classic seasonal stories about the familiar and well-loved Bear family.The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 2—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights... Read more

Grit

The Power of Passion and Perseverance

By: Angela Duckworth
Narrated by: Angela Duckworth
Length: 9 hours 22 minutes

In this instant New York Times bestseller, Angela Duckworth shows anyone striving to succeed that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent, but a special blend of passion and persistence she calls “grit.” “Inspiration for non-geniuses everywhere” (People).

The daughter of a scientist who frequently noted her lack of “genius,” Angela... Read more

A Brief History of Intelligence

Evolution, AI, and the Five Breakthroughs That Made Our Brains

By: Max S. Bennett
Narrated by: George Newbern
Length: 12 hours 17 minutes

Equal parts Sapiens, Behave, and Superintelligence, but wholly original in scope, A Brief History of Intelligence offers a paradigm shift for how we understand neuroscience and AI. Artificial intelligence entrepreneur Max Bennett chronicles the five “breakthroughs” in the evolution of human intelligence and reveals what brains of the past can... Read more

How Not to Fit In

An Unapologetic Guide to Navigating Autism and ADHD

By: Jess Joy & Charlotte Mia
Narrated by: Emily Essery
Length: 7 hours 5 minutes

’The lack of information around how ADHD and autism shows up in adults means that many of us have been assuming we were anxious, not working hard enough, or just entirely failing altogether.’ – Jess Joy and Charlotte Mia Written by two late-diagnosed neurodivergent women... Read more

The Good Neighbor

The Life and Work of Fred Rogers

By: Maxwell King
Narrated by: LeVar Burton
Length: 14 hours 7 minutes

“A wonderful biography of an American icon who seemed too good to be true. And yet, believe it or not, he was an even better, more caring man than he portrayed on television. If you are a fan of Fred Rogers and want to understand what drove him to create Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, this is an essential read. Learning more about Rogers’ life through... Read more

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

A Leadership Fable

By: Patrick Lencioni
Narrated by: Charles Stransky
Length: 3 hours 42 minutes

After her first two weeks observing the problems at DecisionTech, Kathryn Petersen, its new CEO, had more than a few moments when she wondered is she should have taken the job. But Kathryn knew there was little chance she would have turned it down. After all, retirement had made her antsy, and nothing excited her more than a challenge. What she... Read more

The Coddling of the American Mind

How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure

By: Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt
Narrated by: Jonathan Haidt
Length: 10 hours 5 minutes

Something has been going wrong on many college campuses in the last few years. Speakers are shouted down. Students and professors say they are walking on eggshells and are afraid to speak honestly. Rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide are rising—on campus as well as nationally. How did this happen?

First Amendment expert Greg Lukianoff and... Read more

Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?

And Other Conversations About Race

By: Beverly Daniel Tatum
Narrated by: Beverly Daniel Tatum
Length: 13 hours 27 minutes

The classic, New York Times-bestselling book on the psychology of racism that shows us how to talk about race in America.

Walk into any racially mixed high school and you will see Black, White, and Latino youth clustered in their own groups. Is this self-segregation a problem to address or a coping strategy? How can we get past our reluctance to... Read more

The Story of the World, Vol. 2 Audiobook

By: Susan Wise Bauer
Narrated by: Jim Weiss
Length: 10 hours 41 minutes

History will never be the same again! This spirited reading of the first in Susan Wise Bauer's Story of the World history series brings to life the stories and records of the peoples of ancient times. Now more than ever, other countries and customs affect our everyday lives-and our children need to learn about the people who live all around the... Read more

The Age of Overwhelm

Strategies for the Long Haul

By: Laura van Dernoot Lipsky
Narrated by: Laura van Dernoot Lipsky
Length: 4 hours 42 minutes

There is a growing epidemic afflicting people working in social change that is rarely talked about—burnout. Laura van Dernoot Lipsky, bestselling author of Trauma Stewardship, offers The Age of Overwhelm as the salve for healing.



Whether we are overwhelmed by work or school; our families or communities; caretaking for others or ourselves; or... Read more

Cultivating Genius

An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy

By: Gholdy Muhammad
Narrated by: Adenrele Ojo
Length: 5 hours 53 minutes

In Cultivating Genius, Dr. Gholdy E. Muhammad presents a four-layered equity framework—one that is grounded in history and restores excellence in literacy education. This framework, which she names Historically Responsive Literacy, was derived from the study of literacy development within 19th-century Black literacy societies. The framework is... Read more

Freedom of Mind: Helping Loved Ones Leave Controlling People, Cults, and Beliefs

By: Steven Hassan, PhD
Narrated by: Steven Hassan, PhD
Length: 10 hours 13 minutes

In the post 911 world, people are more susceptible than ever to charismatic figures who offer simple, black v. white, us v. them, good v. evil, formulaic solutions. The rise of the Internet; increasingly sophisticated knowledge about how to influence and manipulate others; and the growing vulnerabilities of people across the planet—make for a... Read more

Learn Japanese Bundle - Easy Introduction for Beginners (Level 1)

Learn Japanese Bundle

By: JapanesePod101.com & Innovative Language Learning
Narrated by: JapanesePod101.com
Length: 13 hours 34 minutes

Brand new to Japanese?
If you’re looking for the easiest way to start learning and speaking Japanese…
You’ve made a smart choice. Why?
Because Japanese can be EASY or HARD, depending on HOW you start. - Start the hard way (reading grammar and memorizing words), and you’ll quickly think, “Languages are just not my thing.”- Start easy, and you’ll be... Read more

Changing Our Minds

How children can take control of their own learning

By: Naomi Fisher
Narrated by: Deryn Edwards
Length: 10 hours 22 minutes

Children are born full of curiosity, eager to participate in the world. They learn as they live, with enthusiasm and joy. Then we send them to school. We stop them from playing and actively exploring their interests, telling them it's more important to sit still and listen. The result is that for many children, their motivation to learn drops... Read more

The Princeton Guide to Historical Research

By: Zachary M. Schrag
Narrated by: Peter Lerman
Length: 14 hours

The essential handbook for doing historical research in the twenty-first century



The Princeton Guide to Historical Research provides students, scholars, and professionals with the skills they need to practice the historian's craft in the digital age, while never losing sight of the fundamental values and techniques that have defined historical... Read more

Motivational Interviewing 101

An All-Encompassing Comprehensive Guide on the Most Effective Methods for Practitioners

Scientia Media Group (SMG) Study Guides

By: Scientia Media Group & Sarah Rosenberg
Narrated by: Lynnda Nelson
Length: 11 hours 4 minutes

How to use motivational interviewing techniques to create meaningful sessions with your clients and effectively help them overcome health and lifestyle barriers. In Motivational Interviewing 101, you’ll discover:●    A detailed analysis of the 4-step process used by professionals to lead successful client-based sessions ●    Multiple real-life... Read more

Pimsleur Spanish Level 2 Lessons 1-5

Learn to Speak, Understand, and Read Spanish with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #2

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 50 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Spanish
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in Spanish — understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically-proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it into... Read more

Guide to BDSM

to Have a Healthy and Mindful Dom / Sub Relationship, with Techniques of Dominance and How to be a Good Submissive for your Master

By: Donna Prince
Narrated by: Portia K. Winters
Length: 3 hours 13 minutes

You or your partner are fascinated by BDSM, but don't know how and where to start?

Everything you need to know, you will find it in this book.

Most of what people think about BDSM, is wrong.

In reality BDSM is not degrading women or men and you will also understand that it’s not as obscure as you think. And also the concept of "pain" we are talking... Read more

Pimsleur Spanish Level 4 Lessons 6-10

Learn to Speak and Understand Latin American Spanish with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #4

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 19 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Spanish
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in Spanish — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it... Read more

Pimsleur Spanish Level 4 Lessons 11-15

Learn to Speak and Understand Latin American Spanish with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #4

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 27 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Spanish
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in Spanish — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it... Read more

Pimsleur Korean Level 2 Lessons 6-10

Learn to Speak and Understand Korean with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #2

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 35 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn Korean
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in Korean — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it into... Read more

Pimsleur English for Spanish Speakers Level 2 Lessons 1-5

Learn to Speak and Understand English as a Second Language with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #2

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 50 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn English
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in English — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it... Read more

Pimsleur English for Spanish Speakers Level 3 Lessons 1-5

Learn to Speak and Understand English as a Second Language with Pimsleur Language Programs

Pimsleur Digital: Book #3

By: Pimsleur
Narrated by: Pimsleur
Length: 2 hours 47 minutes

The Easiest and Fastest Way to Learn English
With Pimsleur you’ll become conversational in English — to understand and be understood — quickly and effectively. You’ll learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation together through conversation. And our scientifically proven program will help you remember what you’ve learned, so you can put it... Read more

The Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury

8 Books in 1

Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story

By: Mike Berenstain
Narrated by: Jill Blackwood, Angela Park & Julia Barnett Tracy
Length: 1 hour 8 minutes

Calling all Berenstain Bears fans! Young readers will enjoy this collection of 8 stories in this addition to the Living Lights™ series of Berenstain Bears books. Children will learn about kindness, patience, love, respect, and much more alongside Brother, Sister and Honey Bear.Join the Berenstain Bear cubs as they explore the values of... Read more

Make It Stick

The Science of Successful Learning

By: Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III & Mark A. McDaniel
Narrated by: Qarie Marshall
Length: 8 hours 33 minutes

To most of us, learning something 'the hard way' implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Many common study habits and practice routines... Read more

The Montessori Toddler

A Parent's Guide to Raising a Curious and Responsible Human Being

By: Simone Davies
Narrated by: Susie Berneis
Length: 7 hours 22 minutes

It’s time to change the way we see toddlers. Using the pedagogical principles developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, Simone Davies shows how to turn life with a “terrible two” into a mutually rich and rewarding time of curiosity, learning, respect, and discovery. With hundreds of practical ideas for every aspect of living with a toddler, you’ll... Read more

The Story of the World, Vol. 1 Audiobook

By: Susan Wise Bauer
Narrated by: Jim Weiss
Length: 8 hours 4 minutes

History will never be the same again! This spirited reading of the first in Susan Wise Bauer's Story of the World history series brings to life the stories and records of the peoples of ancient times. Now more than ever, other countries and customs affect our everyday lives-and our children need to learn about the people who live all around the... Read more

Buy What You Love Without Going Broke

Transform Your Spending and Get More of What Money Can’t Buy

By: Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni
Narrated by: Jen Smith & Jill Sirianni
Length: 6 hours 17 minutes

A relatable personal finance guide that gives a fresh take on how to control your impulse spending so you can stick to a budget and pay off debt, without the guilt and shame of traditional financial advice—from the hosts of the beloved Frugal Friends podcast.There’s a lot of noise out there about how to spend (and not spend) your hard-earned... Read more

We Want to Do More Than Survive

Abolitionist Teaching and the Pursuit of Educational Freedom

By: Bettina L. Love
Narrated by: Misty Monroe
Length: 7 hours 48 minutes

Winner of the 2020 Society of Professors of Education Outstanding Book Award

Drawing on personal stories, research, and historical events, an esteemed educator offers a vision of educational justice inspired by the rebellious spirit and methods of abolitionists.

Drawing on her life’s work of teaching and researching in urban schools, Bettina Love... Read more

The Opposite of Spoiled

Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous, and Smart About Money

By: Ron Lieber
Narrated by: Ron Lieber
Length: 6 hours 42 minutes

New York Times Bestseller“We all want to raise children with good values—children who are the opposite of spoiled—yet we often neglect to talk to our children about money. . . . From handling the tooth fairy, to tips on allowance, chores, charity, checking accounts, and part-time jobs, this engaging and important book is a must-read for... Read more

Never Enough

When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It

By: Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Narrated by: Jennifer Breheny Wallace
Length: 8 hours 21 minutes

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

The definitive book on the rise of “toxic achievement culture” overtaking our kids' and parents' lives, and a new framework for fighting back

In the ever more competitive race to secure the best possible future, today’s students face unprecedented pressure to succeed. They jam-pack their schedules with AP... Read more

The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 1

Berenstain Bears/Living Lights: A Faith Story

By: Mike Berenstain
Narrated by: Kate Russell & Angela Park
Length: 33 minutes

Young readers will enjoy The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 1, a four-book treasury of Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ audiobooks. Children will learn biblical values through these classic seasonal stories about the familiar and well-loved Bear family.The Berenstain Bears Seasonal Collection 1—part of the popular Zonderkidz Living Lights... Read more

Permission to Feel

Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive

By: Marc Brackett, Ph.D.
Narrated by: Marc Brackett, Ph.D.
Length: 7 hours 55 minutes

This program is read by the author.

The mental wellbeing of our children is shockingly poor. Marc Brackett, author of Permission to Feel, knows why. And he knows what we can do.

"We have a crisis on our hands, and its victims are our children."

Marc Brackett is a professor in Yale University’s Child Study Center and founding director of the Yale... Read more

The Self-Driven Child

The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives

By: William Stixrud, PhD & Ned Johnson
Narrated by: Kaleo Griffith
Length: 11 hours 35 minutes

“Instead of trusting kids with choices . . . many parents insist on micromanaging everything from homework to friendships. For these parents, Stixrud and Johnson have a simple message: Stop.” —NPR

“This humane, thoughtful book turns the latest brain science into valuable practical advice for parents.” —Paul Tough, New York Times bestselling... Read more

Designing & Leading Life-Changing Workshops

Creating the Conditions for Transformation in Your Groups, Trainings, and Retreats

By: Ken Nelson, David Ronka, Lesli Lang, Liz Korabek-Emerson & Jim White
Narrated by: Brian Arens & Sonja Field
Length: 7 hours 43 minutes

Master the art of crafting workshops that not only educate but also inspire lasting transformation in participants, with this time-tested and user-friendly guide. Gain the skills and confidence needed to: Design and use interactive techniques: Craft engaging activities that prompt deep self-reflection and discovery in participants. Show up... Read more

The Purpose Driven Life Devotional for Kids

The Purpose Driven Life

By: Rick Warren
Narrated by: Stu Gray
Length: 9 hours 57 minutes

Help your child understand and live out God’s purpose in their life with The Purpose Driven Life Devotional for Kids by Pastor Rick Warren. Based upon the themes and ideas found in his bestselling book The Purpose Driven Life, this 365-day devotional for children 8 to 12, shows how to authentically live out God’s plan and trust Him along the... Read more

How to Take Smart Notes

One Simple Technique to Boost Writing, Learning and Thinking. 2nd Edition

By: Sönke Ahrens
Narrated by: Nigel Fyfe
Length: 6 hours 14 minutes

This is the second, revised and expanded edition. The first edition was published under the slightly longer title "How to Take Smart Notes. One Simple Technique to Boost Writing, Learning and Thinking - for Students, Academics and Nonfiction Book Writers".
The key to good and efficient writing lies in the intelligent organisation of ideas and... Read more

The Knowledge Gap

The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System--and How to Fix it

By: Natalie Wexler
Narrated by: Natalie Wexler
Length: 9 hours 15 minutes

“Essential reading for teachers, education administrators, and policymakers alike.” —STARRED Library Journal

The untold story of the root cause of America's education crisis

It was only after years within the education reform movement that Natalie Wexler stumbled across a hidden explanation for our country's frustrating lack of progress when it... Read more

Complaint!

By: Sara Ahmed
Narrated by: Pearl Hewitt
Length: 14 hours 32 minutes

In Complaint! Sara Ahmed examines what we can learn about power from those who complain about abuses of power. Drawing on oral and written testimonies from academics and students who have made complaints about harassment, bullying, and unequal working conditions at universities, Ahmed explores the gap between what is supposed to happen when... Read more

The Brave Learner

Finding Everyday Magic in Homeschool, Learning, and Life

By: Julie Bogart
Narrated by: Julie Bogart
Length: 10 hours 1 minute

Publishers Weekly bestseller · A joyful and accessible homeschool guide to making learning a part of everyday life

Parents who are deeply invested in their children's education can be hard on themselves and their kids. When exhausted parents are living the day-to-day grind, it can seem impossible to muster enough energy to make learning fun or... Read more

Visual Thinking

The Hidden Gifts of People Who Think in Pictures, Patterns, and Abstractions

By: Temple Grandin, Ph.D.
Narrated by: Andrea Gallo & Temple Grandin, Ph.D.
Length: 12 hours 31 minutes

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

WINNER OF THE NAUTILUS GOLD AWARD

“A powerful and provocative testament to the diverse coalition of minds we’ll need to face the mounting challenges of the twenty-first century.” —Steve Silberman

“An absolute eye-opener.” —Frans de Waal

A landmark book that reveals, celebrates, and advocates for the special minds... Read more

You Don't Need a Budget

Stop Worrying about Debt, Spend without Shame, and Manage Money with Ease

By: Dana Miranda
Narrated by: Dana Miranda
Length: 7 hours 48 minutes

A simple, no‑stress guide to managing money—free of the toxic messages and shame baked into traditional personal finance advice.

Track every dollar you spend. Check your account balances once a week. Always pay off your credit card bill in full. Make a budget—and stick to it. These are just a few of the edicts you'll find in virtually every... Read more

Finance for the People

Getting a Grip on Your Finances

By: Paco de Leon
Narrated by: Paco de Leon
Length: 9 hours 45 minutes

An illustrated, practical guide to navigating your financial life, no matter your financial situation

We are all weird about money. Whether you have a lot or a little, your feelings and beliefs about money have been shaped by a combination of silence (or even shame) around talking about money, personal experiences, family and societal... Read more

Sincerely, Your Autistic Child

What People on the Autism Spectrum Wish Their Parents Knew About Growing Up, Acceptance, and Identity

By: Autistic Women and Nonbinary Network
Narrated by: Stephanie Jean Mounce
Length: 6 hours 9 minutes

A diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights how parents can avoid common mistakes and misconceptions, and make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are.

Most resources available for parents come from psychologists, educators, and doctors, offering parents a narrow and technical approach to autism.... Read more

Ulysses by James Joyce

By: James Joyce
Narrated by: Sam Blair , Pietro Kelley, Teo Harding, Sefa Chandler, Clarissa Meyer Samuel Welch, Arina Sharp, Joshua Riley
Length: 31 hours 28 minutes

Ulysses is a novel by James Joyce, first serialized in parts in the American journal The Little Review from March 1918 to December 1920, then published in its entirety by Sylvia Beach on February 2, 1922, in Paris. It is considered one of the most important works of Modernist literature.
Ulysses chronicles the passage through Dublin by its main... Read more