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Philosophers will be richly rewarded by reading John O’Callaghan’s new book, Thomistic Realism and the Linguistic Turn. Based on his broad knowledge of Aristotle and Aquinas, O’Callaghan provides not

What does the path taken by a ray of light share with the trajectory of a thrown baseball and the curve of a wheat stalk bending in the breeze? Each is the subject of a different study yet all are opt

This book shows through a simple, practical approach, how to enrich your poems through fine structuring of form.

Author Waka T. Brown and artist Yuko Jones join forces for this picture book about a young girl who learns to appreciate life's imperfections when her grandmother teachers her about the Japanese art form kintsugi.Miki Amelia Masuda liked everything in her life to be perfect. Her room was immaculately clean. She only ate round cookies, not the broken ones. And if a stuffed animal had a tear in it, she couldn't bear to look at it. So when she accidentally drops and breaks her favorite teacup, she's devastated. How can a broken teacup ever be perfect again?Days later, Miki's grandmother, Obaachan, presents Miki with the fixed teacup. But it's not perfect! Each crack is highlighted by a gold streak of paint--almost as if to show off the imperfections!What follows is one girl's journey to understanding that life isn't always perfect. Through the art of kintsugi, Waka and Yuko show readers--and Miki--that rips, cracks, and tears have their own stories to tell, ones that are meaningful in the

In the heart of Europe’s current crisis, one of the continent’s foremost statesmen urges for a radical remaking of the European Union in the model of the United StatesThe diseases that plague Europe r

A single piece of artfully-folded paper is a wondrous object in the right hands. When multiple folded pieces are combined to form larger models—the results are truly astounding!Modular origami is the

America's favorite thesaurus is now packaged to attract every student who's ever searched for the perfect word, or a more vivid or descriptive phrase. Arranged in a quick and easy dictionary format, t

The brand new feel-good, laugh-out-loud Tom Gates story featuring LOADS of doodles, three parties and some pesky pets. From Liz Pichon, the multi-million copy bestselling author and illustrator. Norman's told the whole school that DogZombies have a NEW SONG and a NEW LOOK for the BIG end of term party.But the problem is... they don't. How can they be the best band when they will be up against Oakfield Manor school? Will Tom make it to Leroy's party on time? Is dressing as a dolphin with a blue face a good idea? And will Mum and Dad ever do a fun run again? These questions and SO much more answered in this hilarious extra special story.Written in diary form Every page STUFFED full of laughs, stories, doodles and creative FUN The Brilliant World of Tom Gates was the winner of the 2011 Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves silly The first series of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates won the Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment! REVIEWS OF TOM GA

An official illustrated Minecraft novel, new for 2026 – perfect for fans of A Minecraft Movie and for getting kids aged 10, 11, 12, 13 who love gaming into reading!The legendary Hero Crowe's Adventure School has appeared—and Belinda is ready to risk EVERYTHING to claim its ultimate prize.The most legendary school in the Overworld has appeared – and this year, Belinda is determined to conquer it.• First challenge: Find Hero Crowe's Adventure School (it appears in a different place every year).• Second challenge: Survive the deadly admissions test!• Final challenge: Be the ONLY student to win the ultimate prize!Belinda is determined to prove she's no coward. She'll face hair-raising mobs, navigate secret rooms, and outsmart saboteurs to claim Hero Crowe's legendary chest of rare treasures. But there's one problem – she's hiding something about her past, and if anyone finds out, it could ruin everything.But winning means more than just surviving deadly lessons. As alliances form and betra

The brand new feel-good, laugh-out-loud Tom Gates story featuring LOADS of doodles, three parties and some pesky pets. From Liz Pichon, the multi-million copy bestselling author and illustrator. Norman's told the whole school that DogZombies have a NEW SONG and a NEW LOOK for the BIG end of term party.But the problem is... they don't. How can they be the best band when they will be up against Oakfield Manor school? Will Tom make it to Leroy's party on time? Is dressing as a dolphin with a blue face a good idea? And will Mum and Dad ever do a fun run again? These questions and SO much more answered in this hilarious extra special story.Written in diary form Every page STUFFED full of laughs, stories, doodles and creative FUN The Brilliant World of Tom Gates was the winner of the 2011 Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves silly The first series of The Brilliant World of Tom Gates won the Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment! REVIEWS OF TOM GA

本套書收錄 Hannah Gold 四部作品，以孩子的視角出發，描寫友情、勇氣與自然世界的深刻連結。《最後一隻熊》與《尋找北極熊》帶領讀者踏上冰封北境，在孤獨與希望之間，看見一段跨越物種的深厚情感；《迷失的鯨魚》以溫柔的海洋故事，描繪療癒人心的陪伴與重生；《海龜之月》則在熱帶雨林中展開一場緊張又感人的生態冒險。這些故事既是扣人心弦的冒險旅程，也是寫給地球的情書，讓孩子相信，即使微小，也能為世界帶來改變。This beautifully illustrated collection brings together four unforgettable eco-adventures by Hannah Gold, celebrating friendship, courage and the wonder of the natural world. From the frozen Arctic landscapes of The Last Bear and Finding Bear, where a young girl discovers the power of compassion and hope, to the vast oceans of The Lost Whale, a moving story of healing and connection, each tale invites readers to form a deep emotional bond with the wild. Turtle Moon takes the journey into the heart of the Costa Rican rainforest, weaving a thrilling and poignant story of family, bravery and conservation. Together, these novels offer gripping adventures and heartfelt reflections on our responsibility to protect the planet. Perfect for readers aged 8+, this collection shows that even the sm

The perfect Pip and Posy story to read on a rainy day!Play with Pip, Posy and their friends in this charming story based on the popular TV show!This action-packed picture book follows the playful games of Pip and Posy and their friends as they form a club one sunny day. But there is a secret password to learn in order to join the club, and Pip finds it a bit tricky to remember. Luckily, his best friend has a clever Pirate way to help him learn all the steps!This heartwarming story is all about overcoming a problem with the help of your friends. The TV show centres around Pip and Posy’s wonderful world of play, and is based on the bestselling books by Axel Scheffler.Look out for more stories to enjoy:The Bug HotelSnow CoachesFrankie’s Fine MonsterSummer GamesThe Christmas SnowmanPuddle Twins

這是一本充滿喜悅的故事，慶祝「笑」有多麼美好！有些人咯咯笑、有些人哈哈大笑、有人狂笑、尖笑、還有人發出像獅子一樣的大吼笑聲……這本書告訴我們：笑聲是療癒自己心情最棒的方式，它能讓我們彼此靠近，也能在難過的時候讓我們開心。由《紐約時報》暢銷繪者丹尼爾・魏斯曼（Daniel Wiseman）用色彩鮮明、與活力十足的插畫來呈現。笑聲會傳染，這本又正面又超級好笑的繪本，保證讓各位一看就笑出來！一旦開始笑，就完全停不下來囉～The Laughing Book is ajoyful picture book celebrating laughter in all its form – perfect for spreading happiness... once you start laughing you won’t be able to stop.Everybody laughs. Some people laugh all of the time. Others laugh some of the time. And some people say they never laugh (though I bet they do when nobody is looking). When do you laugh?The Laughing Book is a joyful story celebrating how wonderful it feels to laugh! Some people cackle or chortle, hoot, howl or roar… or giggle and guffaw! This book highlights how laughter is the best medicine and can bring us all together, and cheer us up when we’re feeling sad. Brought to life with energetic, vibrant and bold illustrations from New York Times bestselling illustrator Daniel Wiseman.Laughter is contagious, and this posi

A timely and uplifting picture book about overcoming worries with mindfulness techniques in an accessible and imaginative form for 3+ readers.When a little girl can't sleep because her head is full of worries, she takes a deep breath – a rainbow breath – and travels across all the colours of the rainbow, counting to ten as she breathes. Join her on this vibrant journey and dive into indigo seas, leap into a sparkling blue sky, race with orange tigers before finally settling down to sleep in a red poppy field.The perfect bedtime book for helping little ones calm their fears and help them get to sleep.

Meet The Floofs. A Floof is a Floof. Not a rabbit, not a rat, not even a mouse. Join them as they go on three adventures full of fun, new friends, and just a little bit of magic.Brought to life in vivid graphic novel form, The Floofs are there to help each other solve problems of the cosmic kind. From figuring out why the stars in the night sky are disappearing and helping someone who finds themselves far from home, to joining a friend on their quest to find a quiet place to read their book.Whether the adventure is out of this world or a little bit closer to home, they are always fun when you have your friends to help you along the way.With three short stories inside, children will enjoy dipping in and out of this world without having to commit to a longer read. As a bonus, there are three shorter one-page comic strips between each story that contain little life lessons or ‘floofisms’.Perfect for your newly independent or reluctant reader, they will love escaping into this immersive wo

Learn all about the weather in this leveled reader!TIME for Kidshelps young readers develop critical reading skills at any age and understand how to engage with the world around them.Have you ever wondered how rain drops form and fall from the sky? Or why some snowflakes stick to the ground while others melt away instantly? Or if the wind can be strong enough to blow buildings away? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this photo-filled early reader perfect for youngmeteorologists in the making.

Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:

《There's a Ghost in Grandpa's Garden》透過一段祖孫間的靜靜對話，展開關於記憶與自然的細膩探索。花園裡藏著消失的水流、打翻的花盆、來自過去的小禮物，都是看不見的「幽靈」留下的痕跡。作者Kyo Maclear用溫柔文字搭配Katty Maurey清新的畫面，帶領孩子學會觀察、傾聽與想像，從花園的一草一木中，看見時間與故事悄然流轉。The 2024 New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's BooksA gentle, probing picture book from award-winning author Kyo Maclear and celebrated illustrator Katty Maurey about the special relationship between a grandfather and his grandson, and the many traces, memories, and even ghosts with which we live There's a ghost in Grandpa's garden. It leaves tracks by the path where there was once a cool, dark stream. It makes mischief by knocking over flowerpots. And sometimes, it leaves behind a gift perfect for a curious boy in the form of little treasures from times gone by. The boy who is the narrator of this picture book loves spending time with his grandpa in the garden, enjoying the natural world, listening to memories of how things used to be, and making up stories about the friendly

Usborne Book and Jigsaw Planet Earth (300片拼圖+1本知識小百科) A 300-piece jigsaw and an informative book about our planet, in a sturdy box.This beautifully illustrated, informative book and jigsaw set is a perfect way for children to learn all about our wonderful planet. Kids can have hours of fun piecing together the 300-piece puzzle, and the book is packed full of appealing illustrations and fascinating facts about all kinds of environments on Earth, from mountains to deserts, plus information about issues such as climate change.The Earth BookTake a closer look inside Earth with this incredible board book about our planet, with see-through acetate pages. Have you ever thought about how amazing our world is? What happens deep under the Earth's surface? How do volcanoes form? And how does our planet stay a healthy place for us to live? Children will love discovering the answers with amazing see-through pages and clear, friendly text. With labelled acetate diagrams - from outer space to super s

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through Vietnam! Discover a deserted island, witness the loan of a magnificent gift, behold an unusual challenge between friends and take part in an epic search for something rare. Experience the heartwarming display of selfless love, and the timely arrival of an unlikely hero.These legends are more than just stories; they inspire us to think of others before ourselves, and to make the best use of what we have. With their timeless themes and enduring popularity, these folktales will keep you spellbound for years to come.Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:準備好踏上驚心動魄的越南之旅吧！ 探索一座荒島，目睹精美禮物的借出，目睹朋友之間不尋常的挑戰，並參加史詩般的尋找稀有物品的活動。 體驗感人至深的無私之愛，以及一位意想不到的英雄的及時到來。這些傳說不僅僅是故事。 它們激勵我們先考慮他人，然後充

How does a leader respond in times of war and chaos? This was the central question the great Chinese military strategist, Sun Zi, sought to answer over 2,000 years ago in his classic book, The Art of War. In this book, you will read about the famous battles fought in China across the different dynasties. You will learn the lessons Sun Zi taught in The Art of War and appreciate the timelessness of his insights!Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:在戰爭和混亂時期，領導者如何應對？ 這是中國偉大的軍事家孫子 2000 多年前在他的經典著作《孫子兵法》中尋求回答的核心問題。 在這本書中，您將了解中國各個朝代發生的著名戰役。 您將學習孫子在《孫子兵法》中所教授的課程，並欣賞他的見解的永恆性！取材自亞洲與西方的經典故事，《Pop! Lit for Kids》將它們重新想像成易於閱讀的故事，為經典故事提供了完美的介紹。 來自世界各地最受歡迎的故事已被改編成能夠讓世界各地的孩子們興奮和娛樂的形式。系列特點：增強詞彙量：我們的兒童讀物旨在以有趣且引人入勝的方式提高詞彙技能，幫助孩子擴大詞彙庫並提高語言能

When young Mary Lennox suddenly loses her parents, she moves into her uncle''s manor. Lonely and sad, the only comfort Mary has is exploring the manor''s grounds. Then, she discovers an old, abandoned garden. With two unexpected friends, Mary gets to work. Is everything in the garden dead, or can Mary bring it back to life?Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:當年輕的瑪麗·倫諾克斯突然失去父母時，她搬進了叔叔的莊園。 瑪麗孤獨而悲傷，唯一的安慰就是探索莊園的土地。 然後，她發現了一個古老的、廢棄的花園。 瑪麗和兩個意想不到的朋友一起開始工作。 花園裡的一切都死了嗎，或者瑪麗能讓它復活嗎？取材自亞洲與西方的經典故事，《Pop! Lit for Kids》將它們重新想像成易於閱讀的故事，為經典故事提供了完美的介紹。 來自世界各地最受歡迎的故事已被改編成能夠讓世界各地的孩子們興奮和娛樂的形式。系列特點：增強詞彙量：我們的兒童讀物旨在以有趣且引人入勝的方式提高詞彙技能，幫助孩子擴大詞彙庫並提高語言能力。文化多樣性：潛入世界各地永恆的故事和民間傳說的世界！ 我們的書籍以深受喜愛的經典作品和傳統民間故事為特色，向孩子們介紹經得起時間考驗的故事。

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through Vietnam! Discover a deserted island, witness the loan of a magnificent gift, behold an unusual challenge between friends and take part in an epic search for something rare. Experience the heartwarming display of selfless love, and the timely arrival of an unlikely hero.These legends are more than just stories; they inspire us to think of others before ourselves, and to make the best use of what we have. With their timeless themes and enduring popularity, these folktales will keep you spellbound for years to come.Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:準備好踏上驚心動魄的越南之旅吧！ 探索一座荒島，目睹精美禮物的借出，目睹朋友之間不尋常的挑戰，並參加史詩般的尋找稀有物品的活動。 體驗感人至深的無私之愛，以及一位意想不到的英雄的及時到來。這些傳說不僅僅是故事。 它們激勵我們先考慮他人，然後充

In nineteenth century France, ex-thief Jean Valjean is released from prison and vows to mend his ways. He rescues a young girl from sad circumstances and adopts Cosette as his daughter. But as revolution sweeps France, the merciless Inspector Javert is determined to put Valjean back behind bars. Can Valjean ever truly escape his past, protect Cosette and find redemption?Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.Series features:十九世紀的法國，前小偷冉阿讓出獄後發誓要改過自新。 他從悲傷的環境中救出了一名年輕女孩，並收養了珂賽特作為他的女兒。 但隨著革命席捲法國，無情的督察沙威決心將冉阿讓重新投入監獄。 冉阿讓能否真正擺脫過去，保護珂賽特並找到救贖？取材自亞洲與西方的經典故事，《Pop! Lit for Kids》將它們重新想像成易於閱讀的故事，為經典故事提供了完美的介紹。 來自世界各地最受歡迎的故事已被改編成能夠讓世界各地的孩子們興奮和娛樂的形式。系列特點：增強詞彙量：我們的兒童讀物旨在以有趣且引人入勝的方式提高詞彙技能，幫助孩子擴大詞彙庫並提高語言能力。文化多樣性：潛入世界各地永恆的故事和民間傳說的世界！ 我們的書籍以深受喜愛的經典作品和傳統民間