When Parents Text

A collection of insanely funny texts between parents and kids, When Parents Text is a surprisingly affecting window into the complicated time when parents aren’t ready to let go, and kids aren’t ready

文壇名家琦君女士，以年少回憶為題材，訴說一個屬於傳統婦女的悲歌。《英譯橘子紅了 When Tangerines Turn Red》以另一種語言，與您一起分享這久久無法忘懷的感動。

When you joined our family, I knew you were just who I'd waited and wished for. Full of heartwarming illustrations, this emotive picture book showcases the unconditional love between an adopted child and their adoptive parents. A gentle exploration of the adoption experience, from first meetings to creating new family traditions.

A child's plans are ruined when her parents have the gall to stop to talk to the neighbors in My Parents Won't Stop Talking , a laugh-out-loud picture book about patience by author Emma Hunsinger and illustrator Tillie Walden. It's time to go to the park, and Molly can't wait It's going to be awesome and amazing and-- OH NO The neighbors have spotted her moms, and now they're talking. A lot. And everything they say is boring. Minutes feel like hours, hours feel like days, and days feel like eons . . . Will her parents ever stop talking? This is a clever, irreverent take on a universal childhood dilemma, written and illustrated by two stars in the comics world.

A storm and its sunny aftermath come to life through gorgeous art and lyrical text. What do you do when the clouds roll in, When the wind chimes clang and the weather vanes spin? When stormy skies thr

Children pay close attention to their parents' moods. When parents feel upset, their kids may become anxious, and when parents wind down, children also get the chance to relax. When you feel overwhel

Help babies and toddlers master the building blocks of speech with this adorable, fun-to-read rhyming board book, written by an early speech expert!My First Learn-to-Talk Book is a joyful book that encourages speech development in little ones. By using adorable rhythmic rhyming text, simple exclamatory words and sounds, and engaging photographs of babies and toddlers, this book gives parents, grandparents, teachers, and therapists a new tool that does more than just entertain and engage babies and toddlers―it uses proven therapeutic techniques to help little ones think, repeat, react, and babble: the vital skills they need to talk!When I go down a slide, my mouth says "wheeee!"When I want a turn, my mouth says "me!"When I'm acting playful, my mouth says "boo!"When I hug my family, I say "I love you!"

Shark-tastic! Stink gets to sleep with the fishes after his parents win an aquarium sleepover. But wait ― what’s that lurking beyond the KEEP OUT sign?When Stink’s parents win tickets for the whole fa

當那盛大的「普佳」節到來，鄰人的孩子們都來屋子四周玩耍，我要溶化在笛的樂聲中，整天在你心中震盪著。 親愛的姨母將帶著「普佳」的禮物來問：「姊姊，我們的孩兒呢？」媽媽，那麼你輕輕地對她說：「他在我的瞳人中，他在我的身體中，我的靈魂中。」 ──《新月集》‧終結 When, on the great festival of puja, the neighbours' children co

It's Lulu's birthday and she's decided she'd like a pet brontosaurus as a present. When Lulu's parents tell her that's not possible, Lulu gets very upset. She does not like it when things don't go her

When you are afraidI will take your handand not let go--In this delightful and lyrical text by renowned children's author Eileen Spinelli, a young girl finds reassurance from all of her family members

When Splat's teacher announces that the whole class is going to sing for their parents on Parents' Night, Splat is worried: he's afraid to speak in public, much less sing in public!In fact, he's so ne

In this fourth edition of her perennial bestselling book, Dr. Mary Sheedy Kurcinka utilizes her deep experience to address the pressures previous generations of parents didn't have to consider. Her empathy and effective advice are exemplified in the introduction of her new and easy to apply Spirited Child Approach, which nurtures the entire family. The Spirited Child Approach helps parents understand their child and their own inborn temperament while focusing on three simple, but vital concepts--calm, connect, and coach--to help their family thrive. Research- and strength-based, yet honest, Raising Your Spirited Child speaks to parent burnout and, in a helpful and supportive manner, offers solutions to that exasperated question, "How am I supposed to stay calm and connect with my child when I'm just trying to survive the moment?"What's new in this edition?The Spirited Child Approach: This groundbreaking methodology focuses on three key concepts--calm, connect, and coach--offering pract

Though all our brains look the same, every brain works differently. This Is My Brain! shows readers that understanding how different brains feel and learn can help us connect with others . . . and keep our own brains happy! Through humorous, engaging text and brightly colored art, readers are introduced to the fundamentals of how our brains work, how our unique neurology influences how we think and act, and how the world is a better place when we understand each other’s brains and use them collectively.BRAINS ARE COOL: Whether it’s a fascination with the way brains look or how they work, kids enjoy learning about the human body, specifically the brain!UNDERSTANDING NEURODIVERSITY: Neurodiversity is something we are hearing more and more about. Parents and teachers are realizing the importance of helping kids understand that thinking differently is normal and that it is important for each of us to embrace our own brain’s uniqueness as well as value alternative ways of thinking by others

Meet a cat, in need of a nap! The start of an exciting new picture book series for young children - and their parents! From award-winning author and illustrator, Steve Antony.Cat Nap marks the launch of a new, young, character-led picture book series from award-winning Steve Antony, the best-selling creator of Please Mr Panda, a series that has sold over 1 million copies Worldwide!This little cat needs a nap, but it’s hard to find time for sleep when you’re busy playing! Will he ever close his eyes?Style, simplicity and humour combine to make this original and engaging look at naptime a real must-have for all young children and their grown-ups. Fresh, funny and utterly relatable, with a playful, pitch-perfect text. The start of a brilliant new series that will delight young and old, from an undeniable picture book talent.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes a “involving, realistic” (Booklist, starred review) middle grade novel about a young girl who leaves China to live with her parents and sister, after five years apart, and learns about family, friendship, and the power of being finally seen.My sister got to grow up with my parents. Me? I grew up with postcards from my parents.When ten-year-old Lina Gao steps off the plane in Los Angeles, it’s her first time in America and the first time seeing her parents and her little sister in five years! She’s been waiting for this moment every day while she lived with her grandmother in Beijing, getting teased by kids at school who called her “left behind girl.” Finally, her parents are ready for her to join their fabulous life in America! Except, it’s not exactly like in the postcards:1. School’s a lot harder than she thought. When she mispronounces some words in English on the first day, she decides she simply won’t talk. Ever again.

From what to do when you feel like exploding to top tips on staying calm, this thoughtful, carefully-written and beautifully-illustrated book is a must-have resource for children, parents and carers. Relatable scenarios and engaging characters explore why anger happens, what it means and how to cope with it. With expert advice from child psychologist Dr.Sasha Lillie Lyons.

逍遙法外、來去無蹤，做賊也是一門專業？開鎖破牆、倒櫃翻箱，犯罪只為速速發財！ 櫛比鱗次的店鋪下，潛伏著一批「身懷奇技」的法外之徒！清代巴縣作為大江南北貿易樞紐、往來四川雲貴地區的必經要道，光鮮亮麗的熱鬧大街匯聚各路商賈鉅子，卻也成為犯罪滋生的溫床……。這群小偷們如何挑選受害者？如何神不知鬼不覺地竊走財物？遭竊者該怎麼報案？官府又有哪些處理方式？讓我們從今日留存的衙門檔案中，窺探城市最陰暗的角落，揭開盜匪不為人知、更不欲人知的一面！ 重磅推薦王鴻泰∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所研究員江仲淵∣歷史說書人History storyteller團隊創辦人李仁淵∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所副研究員林文凱∣中央研究院臺灣史研究所副研究員邱澎生∣上海交通大學歷史系特聘教授陳熙遠∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所研究員賴惠敏∣中央研究院近代史研究所研究員謝金魚∣歷史作家（依姓名筆劃排列） ▍Who／誰來偷？在熙來攘往的城市中，請看管好自己的錢包，因為小偷可不會把「小偷」兩個字寫在臉上！不管是來自外地的臨時工，店舖裡面的學徒，甚至是家裡面的親人，都有可能伸出第三隻手。小心！竊賊就潛伏在您身邊！ ▍When／何時偷？月黑風高，正是發大財的好時機！不管是夜半酣眠還是出門遠行，又或者貨物暫且堆放路邊，只要盜匪盯上，財物就難逃被「偷偷摸摸」的命運！而重慶城作為府級文武考試的舉辦地點，每逢開科取士，湧入城來的考生們就像是一頭又一頭的肥羊，成為小偷們貪婪慾望的祭品！ ▍How／怎麼偷？姑且不論犯法的部分，要想辦法入侵屋內偷盜，其實是很有「學問」的事。既然沒有人會打開大門歡迎小偷，那他們除了學會飛簷走壁，就只能選擇挑開門窗的閂鎖進屋，或者直接破壞牆壁了。但沒想到當小偷也要「先利其器」，一組得心應手的好工具，搭配熟練的犯罪手法，今晚你選擇哪一戶？ ▍What／偷什麼？從店鋪到住宅，各式財物琳瑯滿目，有什麼就偷什麼，一點也不奇怪！但身為一名傑出的小偷，偷什麼才最有效率呢？最常遭竊的物品往往是衣物、首飾或各類貴金屬，因為這些東西價格好、重量輕、好攜帶、易銷贓。不過除了一般的贓物，有時候小偷也會偷鴉片和吸食用具，得手後舒舒服服地吸上兩口！ ▍Where／銷贓處？偷到贓物後還得變現，才能完成一夕發財的美夢。偌大的重慶城裡頭，有哪些管道可以銷贓呢？有些人

逍遙法外、來去無蹤，做賊也是一門專業？開鎖破牆、倒櫃翻箱，犯罪只為速速發財！ 櫛比鱗次的店鋪下，潛伏著一批「身懷奇技」的法外之徒！清代巴縣作為大江南北貿易樞紐、往來四川雲貴地區的必經要道，光鮮亮麗的熱鬧大街匯聚各路商賈鉅子，卻也成為犯罪滋生的溫床……。這群小偷們如何挑選受害者？如何神不知鬼不覺地竊走財物？遭竊者該怎麼報案？官府又有哪些處理方式？讓我們從今日留存的衙門檔案中，窺探城市最陰暗的角落，揭開盜匪不為人知、更不欲人知的一面！ 重磅推薦王鴻泰∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所研究員江仲淵∣歷史說書人History storyteller團隊創辦人李仁淵∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所副研究員林文凱∣中央研究院臺灣史研究所副研究員邱澎生∣上海交通大學歷史系特聘教授陳熙遠∣中央研究院歷史語言研究所研究員賴惠敏∣中央研究院近代史研究所研究員謝金魚∣歷史作家（依姓名筆劃排列） ▍Who／誰來偷？在熙來攘往的城市中，請看管好自己的錢包，因為小偷可不會把「小偷」兩個字寫在臉上！不管是來自外地的臨時工，店舖裡面的學徒，甚至是家裡面的親人，都有可能伸出第三隻手。小心！竊賊就潛伏在您身邊！ ▍When／何時偷？月黑風高，正是發大財的好時機！不管是夜半酣眠還是出門遠行，又或者貨物暫且堆放路邊，只要盜匪盯上，財物就難逃被「偷偷摸摸」的命運！而重慶城作為府級文武考試的舉辦地點，每逢開科取士，湧入城來的考生們就像是一頭又一頭的肥羊，成為小偷們貪婪慾望的祭品！ ▍How／怎麼偷？姑且不論犯法的部分，要想辦法入侵屋內偷盜，其實是很有「學問」的事。既然沒有人會打開大門歡迎小偷，那他們除了學會飛簷走壁，就只能選擇挑開門窗的閂鎖進屋，或者直接破壞牆壁了。但沒想到當小偷也要「先利其器」，一組得心應手的好工具，搭配熟練的犯罪手法，今晚你選擇哪一戶？ ▍What／偷什麼？從店鋪到住宅，各式財物琳瑯滿目，有什麼就偷什麼，一點也不奇怪！但身為一名傑出的小偷，偷什麼才最有效率呢？最常遭竊的物品往往是衣物、首飾或各類貴金屬，因為這些東西價格好、重量輕、好攜帶、易銷贓。不過除了一般的贓物，有時候小偷也會偷鴉片和吸食用具，得手後舒舒服服地吸上兩口！ ▍Where／銷贓處？偷到贓物後還得變現，才能完成一夕發財的美夢。偌大的重慶城裡頭，有哪些管道可以銷贓呢？有些人

This Oxford Children's Classic features the complete unabridged text, an introduction by Geraldine McCaughrean, and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities, and more . . .After her parents' death, Mary Lennox travels to England to live at her uncle's house in Yorkshire. Sour-tempered and selfish, she is unimpressed at what she finds there. Yet she can't help being intrigued by stories of a secret garden-once full of beauty, now hidden in a tangle of neglect.

Discover namaste’s many meanings in a simple, lyrical text, paired with a charmingly detailed visual narrative about a little girl’s kindness.Namaste calms your heart when things aren’t going right.Namaste is saying “You matter.”What is namaste? It’s found in a smile, a friendship, a celebration. It exists in silence; it can be said when you’re happy or when you’re feeling low. For one small girl in a bustling city, namaste (“I bow to you”) is all around her as she and her mother navigate a busy marketplace―and when she returns with a little plant and chooses to give it to an elderly neighbor, it can be seen in the caring bond between them. In a sweet, universal text, debut author Suma Subramaniam shines a light on a word with significance far beyond yoga class, while artist Sandhya Prabhat makes the concept of mindfulness come alive in delightful illustrations likely to draw children in again and again.

Explore the multiverse with the Bright Family In this first graphic novel of the smash hit Epic Originals series, join siblings Nia and Jayden on an out-of-this-world adventure to find their missing parents. Meet the brilliant, overachieving Bright Family: While Mom's off-planet literally saving the world and Dad's holed up in his laboratory, 12-year-old Nia's trying to win every robotics competition, and her younger brother, Jayden...well, actually, Jayden's just trying to avoid doing his homework so has more time to daydream about kaiju and design giant robots. But when a dimensional portal sends Mom and Dad who-knows-where, it's up to Nia and Jayden (and their robot nanny, Dusty) to bring their parents home. The question is, where in the multiverse could they possibly be? Through their travels, the Brights--kids and parents alike--learn how one person's actions can lead to consequences that affect the whole family, and sometimes even the entire multiverse

It has been proven that children benefit immensely when parents take an active role in their education. Skill Sharpeners Math series provides the frequent, focused practice needed to help ensure maste

Before Cinderella dropped her glass slipper . . . she was a girl ready to create!Ella, or Cinderella, as her parents fondly call her, is getting ready for a puppet-show contest when she meets an unexp

A little boy spends the weekend at his dad’s new apartment in this picture book about how things change when parents separate — and the important things that stay the same.“This home is home because m

Millions of young readers have loved the World’s Worst Children tales and revelled in the World’s Worst Teachers with their delightfully dreadful deeds – now prepare for…THE WORLD’S WORST PARENTS! Fro

With its spare, poignant text and irresistibly sweet illustrations, The Rabbit Listened is a tender meditation on loss. When something terrible happens, Taylor doesn't know where to turn. All the anim

Poetry can be fun -- especially when we can read it, hear it, and discover its many delights. A Child's Introduction to Poetry joyously introduces kids (and parents) to the greatest poets in history -

From the author of the bestselling children's book When God Made You comes a rhythmic, whimsical journey through creation--for little readers who love science and wonder and the beginnings of all things.For spiritual parents who are looking for a different kind of creation book, Matthew Paul Turner's When God Made the World focuses on the complex way that God created our vast and scientifically operating universe, including the biodiversity of life on our planet and the intricacies of a vast solar system. Scottish illustrator Gillian Gamble brings the natural world to vibrant life with rich colors and poignant detail certain to stretch young minds and engage imaginations.Planet Earth, God made a blue and green sphere,And designed it to orbit the sun once a year.God made daytime and nighttime, climates and seasons,And all kinds of weather that vary by region.God made continents and oceans, islands and seas,A north and south pole that God put in deep freeze.God carved rivers and brooks,

When Cyril, Anthea, Robert and Jane accidentally destroy a carpet in their London home with fireworks, their parents replace it with a second-hand one. Upon unfurling it, the children find an egg insi

Paris is a labyrinth of twisted streets filled with beggars and thieves,revolutionaries and magicians. Camille Durbonne is one of them. She wishesshe weren’t...When smallpox kills her parents, Camille

Next stop...The Magic School Bus heads to Antarctica to learn about glaciers! D.A. is more of a researcher than a storyteller, so she's naturally nervous when her parents sign her up to speak in front

Norma and her parents are going to her great-uncle Frank’s funeral, and Norma is more excited than sad. She is looking forward to playing with her favorite cousin, Ray, but when she arrives at the chu

When it comes to opposites, it’s all a matter of perspective! Lively text and fun retro art engage kids in the finer points of a favourite concept.Get a whole new perspective on opposites in this styl

Join animal moms, dads, and babies, as these animal parents teach their young ones about the world. Adult and child readers can cuddle up and read aloud and learn together in this new "you re

Santa's parents think their little one is absolutely wonderful, even though he has a booming voice instead of a baby's gurgle, loves to stand in front of the refrigerator, gives his birthday presents

A reassuring and hilarious look at a child’s trepidation about meeting his first babysitter then realizing he adores her! When Ollie’s parents hire a babysitter, Ollie’s cuddle buddy Stubbs imagines t

What would you do to save someone you love?Time is slipping away. . . .Tella Holloway is losing it. Her brother is sick, and when a dozen doctors can't determine what's wrong, her parents decide to mo

When Lizzie's parents are granted their freedom from slavery, Mama says its time for Lizzie and her brother Paul to go to a real school--a new one, built just for them. Lizzie can't wait. The scraps o

Create effective text-dependent questions to increase students' understanding of text through in-depth examinations. This teacher resource enables students to study broad concepts such as text structu