Adventures In Odyssey Classics - Cassette #1: Welcome To Odyssey [Audiobook] [Audio Cassette]

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Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Series: Adventures in Odyssey Classics

Start with the style of radio dramas from a bygone era, add action-packed stories, intriguing mysteries, lessons in faith, and Christian values. The result? Focus on the Family's hit children's series, Adventures in Odyssey! This collection of previously released episodes will introduce new listeners to the characters and the early days of the entire series. You'll meet

• John Avery Whittaker--"Whit," as his friends call him, is the creator and owner of Whit's End, the ice cream and discovery emporium that serves as the neighborhood kids' favorite hangout. His deep faith and gentle manner draw people of all ages seeking a listening ear, solid counsel, and the best ice cream in the state!
• Connie Kendall--A teenage employee at Whit's End, Connie and her mother moved to Odyssey from Los Angeles following her parents' breakup. An earnest seeker, she possesses a mind that challenges stereotypes and conventional thinking.
• Eugene Meltsner--A college student with a penchant for using big words and complicated explanations, Eugene completes the permanent staff at Whit's End. Though he is not a Christian, he is curious and has a logical, academic interest in the subject.
• Tom Riley--Whit's best friend. A successful farmer, now semi-retired, Tom has turned his attention to coaching Little League and a variety of church and civic pursuits.

Episodes included in this collection:

• Connie Comes to Town (from Adventures in Odyssey: The Early Classics)
• Recollections (from Adventures in Odyssey: The Early Classics )
• Promises, Promises (from Adventures in Odyssey: The Early Classics )
• Stormy Weather (from Grins, Grabbers, and Great Getaways)
• Kids Radio (from Grins, Grabbers, and Great Getaways )
• The Shepherd and the Giant (from Secrets, Surprises, and Sensational Stories)
• Thank You, God! (from Secrets, Surprises, and Sensational Stories )
• The Imagination Station, 1 & 2 (from Daring Deeds, Sinister Schemes)
• Karen (from Secrets, Surprises, and Sensational Stories )
• Connie, 1 & 2 (from Secrets, Surprises, and Sensational Stories )

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 2-6-The best episodes from the Adventures in OdysseyR radio drama.
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers (October 14, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1561795755
• ISBN-13: 978-1561795758
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,771,273 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Welcome to Odyssey, June 20, 2000

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John Cappel (England) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Adventures In Odyssey Classics - Cassette #1: Welcome To Odyssey (Audio Cassette)

This book of cassettes is wonderful! My children listen to them to and from school, and in the evenings. They have exciting stories with a good moral ending! My children love the suspense and I especially enjoy the messages the tapes send. I would recommend this series to any parent who has had enough blood,gore and horror!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great introductory special CD to Adventure's in Odyssey, March 1, 2005

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Dennis A. Amith (kndy) (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Welcome To Odyssey (Adventures in Odyssey Classics) (Audio CD)

Start with the style of radio dramas from a bygone era, add action-packed stories, intriguing mysteries, lessons in faith and Christian values. The result Focus on the Family's hit children's series, "Adventures in Odyssey"! This collection of previously released episodes will introduce new listeners to the characters and the early days of the entire series.

This special compilation introduces you to John Avery Whittaker, Tom Riley, Connie Kendall and Eugene Meltsner.

Episodes:


Connie Comes to Town (episode #4 / Theme: Being content / Scripture Reference: Philippians 4:11-12). [from Adventures in Odyssey: The Early Classics]. The introduction of Connie Kendall.

Recollections (episode #19 / Theme: Fighting for your convictions; making good out of bad circumstances / Scripture Reference: Galatinas 6:9) [originially on Adventures in Odyssey: The Early Classics]. The first show about the history of Whit's End. Also, how Whit's wife died.

Promises, Promises (episode #7 / Theme: The folly of making promises you can't keep. / Scripture Reference: Romans 3:23) [originally on Adventures in Odyssesy: The Early Classics]. The first episode that spelled out the key characters of AIO at that time. Can Connie be patient for four weeks and keep her promise..

Stormy Weather (episode #34 / Theme: Courage; faith; friendship / Scripture References: Psalm 103; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12) [Originally on grims, Grubbers and Great Getaways). There is a storm and Connie and Whit are in Whit's End while the glass shatters hit Whit's leg.

Kid's Radio (episode #36 / Theme: Perseverance; commitment / Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:36) [Originally on Grins, Grabbers and Great Getaways). The first time Kid's Radio appeared. Whit helps Brad and kids to start "Kid's Radio".

The Shepherd and the Giant (episode #46 / Theme: Biblical history: David and Goliath / Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 16; 17). [Originally on Secrets, Surprises and Sensational Stories]. Connie uses the "Environmental Enhancer" a pre-imagination station.

Thank You, God! (episode #49 / Theme: Thanksgiving; salvation; making the best of a bad situation / Scripture References: Romans 8:28; Ephesians 5:20). (Originally on Secrets, Surprises and Sensational Stories). Thanksgiving at Whit's End. Also, you learn about Whit's past and his step mother.

The Imagination Station, Parts 1 and 2 (episode #66 and #67 / Theme: The crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. / Scripture References: Mark 11:1-10; 14:12-16:13). [Originally on Daring Deeds, Sinister Schemes]. The premiere of Whit's greatest invention, "The Imagination Station".

Karen (episode #50 / Theme: Dealing with Death / Scripture Reference: Psalm 23). [Originally on Secrets, Surprises and Sensational Stories]. NOTE: This stopry is about the sickness and death of a young girl. While told sensitively, it contains subject matter that may be too intense for younger children.

Connie, Parts 1 and 2 (episode #51 and #52 / Theme: Salvation / Scripture References: John 3:16; Romans 5:8). [Originall on Secrets, Surprises and Sensational Stories]. Connie goes back to California. Will she ever come back to Odyssey? Introduction of Eugene.

REVIEW: This special collection is a good foundation for beginners to the series. They chose the right episodes to introduce the listener to the main characters. This collection has it all...it's almost like a "best of" series but it's more of a collection to build a foundation. Highly recommended and it's all good!!!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Welcome to Odyssey!, September 19, 2004

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Welcome To Odyssey (Adventures in Odyssey Classics) (Audio CD)

My Grandma bought me this C.D for my 14th birthday. I didn't think much of it because I thought it was more for kids and not really teenagers. Boy was I wrong! This C.D is absolutley fantastic! I am 14 and I enjoy every episode. If you have never heard or want to start with the "Adventures in Odyssey" series, this would probably be the best introduction, since this Album has the earliest episodes in the series, including "Connie Comes to Town" The episode where Connie first comes to Odyssey. This Album is also great if you are going to go on a long boring trip, since each episode is about 25 minutes. I recommend this C.D to anyone who wants a C.D with great stories and lessons that don't stress the moral too much. This Album is great, and I hope you guys can find out for yourself!