Behind the Characters!

What Is the Story of Ebenezer Scrooge? by Sheila Keenan
Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. Bah humbug! Get to know the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation from miser to hero in this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series. When Charles Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol in 1843, he likely had no idea that the story and its main character, Ebenezer Scrooge, would remain so popular nearly two centuries later. Today, readers still find themselves entertained by the story of a grumpy, selfish man who becomes a holiday hero after he learns generosity through the help of three spirits in Victorian-era England. Whether a Dickens fan or someone in love with all things "Christmas," readers will enjoy learning the history of this memorable character and his many appearances on the page, the screen, and the stage in What Is the Story of Ebenezer Scrooge? Print & Copyright Credits: © and ℗ 2022 by Penguin Random House LLC.

What Is the Story of the Headless Horseman? by Sheila Keenan
Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most well-known characters of our time. Discover the haunting story of the Headless Horseman, his chilling adventures in Sleepy Hollow, New York, and his historical backstory in this addition to the What Is the Story Of? series. Washington Irving published The Legend of Sleepy Hollow in 1820, introducing the eerie Headless Horseman character to readers worldwide. Readers were both scared and intrigued by the horrific character, who is the ghost of a soldier who had been decapitated during the American Revolution. Now, the character is an American classic, featured in movies, television shows, cartoons, comic books, and even video games, thanks to his chilling story of a lone horseman seeking revenge. Perfect for Halloween, but an enduring year-round favorite, the Headless Horseman rides forward in this exciting new nonfiction title. Print & Copyright Credits: © and ℗ 2023 by Penguin Random House LLC.

Dance Dance Noodlution
Dance along to the music with different parts of your body!

Funny Math Jokes 2
Five funny math themed jokes for kids!

Time to Move - Robot Freeze Dance
A fun and interactive freeze dance song that encourages kids to dance like a robot. Don't forget to freeze when the music stops!

Would You Rather Episode 12
Let's play a game of Would You Rather! We've got some silly questions to make you think and laugh.

Clap
An interactive song for the young.

Playaway Aerobics: Exercise
Are you ready to move and groove? Learn all about how exercise can help you live an active and healthy life, along with different exercises you can do at home!

Hula Hoop
Hula Hoop - A fun and active song where kids can dance, move, and swing with hula hoops, promoting movement and rhythm.

I Spy 13
Let's play I Spy & I Hear! Try to find these 5 unique items!

Name That Sound - Halloween
A listening game where kids will listen to a Halloween themed story, and try to name the sounds they hear throughout the story. Don't forget to solve the mystery at the end!

Funny Food Jokes 3
Five funny food themed jokes for kids!

Guided Doodling: Jack-O-Lantern
Listen, imagine, and draw as you’re guided step-by-step to create an image. This creative activity builds listening skills, focus, and artistic confidence.

What's That Sound? Episode 11
Welcome to "What's that Sound?", the game show where we play a sound and you try to guess what it is! Got it? Great! Let's Play!

Ghostbusters
Kids join Andrew & Polly in this quirky classic.

Octopretzel Garden
Octopretzel Garden - A whimsical underwater adventure through a magical ocean garden, combining playful fantasy with fun lyrics.

The Boy Who Cried Wolf
Aesop's famous warning about a prank that went too far

Playaway Meditations - Mindset
Sit or lay down and relax while listening to a custom, guided meditation from Playaway!

Dove Sono
A touching aria from Mozart's opera "The Marriage of Figaro," which expresses strong feelings. Play this hushed composition as part of a bed or naptime routine for your loved one.