Auntie Jo Jo's Library

As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, a new adventure begins in The Little Shop at the End of Autumn. When Clara moves to Applewood, she finds herself missing her old home and wondering whether she'll ever feel at home in her new one. But an unexpected friendship with Mrs. Willow and a little autumn magic help her discover that change can bring wonderful things.

Travel back to ancient Egypt and discover Senet, one of the world's oldest known board games, and learn how people played thousands of years ago.

A thoughtful children's story about bullying, friendship, kindness, and asking for help. One boy learns that his actions can change when he finds the courage to speak up.

Learn about major periods in British history, including the Romans, Medieval period, Tudors, Victorians, and the modern world.

A heartwarming children's story about a father teaching his son how to cook. Together, they make mistakes, laugh, and create memories in the kitchen.

Discover the true story of Margaret, the Maid of Norway, a young girl who became Queen of Scotland but never reached the country she was meant to rule.

A gentle children's story about a young girl adjusting to life between two homes and discovering that family and love can remain constant.

Travel back to ancient Egypt and discover the fascinating story of the Great Library of Alexandria, one of the most famous libraries in history.

A magical fall story for kids about a young girl who discovers the first red leaf of autumn and learns that change can bring beautiful new beginnings.

Have you ever guessed the wrong suspect in a mystery story? You may have been fooled by a red herring!

In this History Sode, we'll uncover the surprising history behind one of the world's most famous storytelling techniques. Discover where the phrase "red herring" came from, how it became part of mystery writing, and why authors use misleading clues to keep readers guessing until the very end. Along the way, we'll learn how detectives, historians, and curious readers all use careful observation to separate real clues from clever distractions.