Creative Coding in Python

In the first tale of this debut chapter book graphic novel series by Susie Yi, two magical cats set out on a very important adventure: a quest for unlimited snacks!Cats, magical portals, and snacks, o

A 2021 Newbery Honor BookA boy on the run. A girl determined to find him. A compelling fantasy looks at issues of privilege, protest, and justice.All light in Chattana is created by one man — the Gove

What kind of tree grows in the sea? How tall are the tallest trees? Which tree can change how its leaves taste? This flap book holds the answers, along with masses of other amazing tree facts, and can

The friends from Table 5 try to find a way to stop Molly’s family from moving away in the sixth book of this heavily illustrated, two-color chapter book series by Stick Dog author Tom Watson.Every boo

從地面上到地底下──在本書中可以身歷其境地接觸20多名來自不同棲息地的居民！我們為什麼要欣賞蚯蚓？環尾狐猴想告訴我們什麼？是什麼讓非洲塞倫蓋提(Serengeti)的牛羚穿越鱷魚出沒的水域？與紅蟹一起漫遊聖誕島，小心袋鼠強而有力的拳腳，跟白掌長臂猿一起在樹梢上盪鞦韆！從寒冷的山區到乾旱的沙漠，從茂密的森林到廣闊的草原，一起體驗壯觀的陸地動物世界吧！Adventures with Land Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 20 residents of diverse habitats on — and below! — the ground. Why should you appreciate the earthworm? What's the ring-tailed lemur trying to say? What makes the Serengeti wildebeest cross crocodile-infested waters? Roam Christmas Island with the red crab. Stay clear of the kangaroo's powerful kick. And swing in the treetops with the white-handed gibbon! From icy mountains to arid deserts, and from dense forests to open grasslands, experience the spectacular world of land animals as never before!

翻開這本書，你就是主角！您將被發射到歐洲核子研究中心(CERN)，世界上最著名的實驗室之一：一個由地下隧道、大規模實驗和技術奇蹟組成的真正的科學仙境。您可以選擇扮演研究人員、學生或遊客的角色，您的選擇創造了不同的故事……但要成功完成冒險，需要加上直覺和一點運氣，並解決一路上的難題。保持警惕並睜大眼睛注意隨時出現恐龍……它是否來自附近的侏羅山，跟侏羅紀公園的名字源自同一個地方？你將會在書中的任何角落遇到貓咪Schrödy!牠除了貪吃，還會為您解釋所有特殊詞彙(黑體字)，並為您製作了一個詞彙對照表。準備好迎接一場充滿關於粒子和科學奇蹟的神奇冒險，展開故事，探索宇宙未解之謎，最重要的是，享受書中的遊戲和小測驗帶來的樂趣！你準備好面對巨大的史前巨獸，發現微小粒子的秘密了嗎？As soon as you open this book, YOU become the protagonist!You will be catapulted to CERN, one of the most famous laboratories in the world — a real scientific wonderland of underground tunnels, massive experiments and technological marvels.You can choose to play the role of a researcher, a student or a tourist, but keep your eyes open for a threatening dinosaur... Is it coming from the nearby Jura Mountains, the same place that gave Jurassic its name?Prepare yourself for a rather bizarre adventure filled with loads of brain-tickling facts about particles and science wonders. Unfold the story, explore the unsolved mysteries of the Universe, and most import

身歷其境探索超過15個改變我們生活的科學概念和應用！我們是如何看到世界上這麼多顏色的？測謊儀如何顯示人們在說謊？向太空發射真的是火箭科學嗎？手扶梯是怎麼巧妙的運送每個人？從日常駭客攻擊到抓捕罪犯的技術，讓我們在家就能體驗超酷的科學工作與原理，並以前所未有的方式了解事情的運作方式！Adventures with How Things Work is an immersive exploration of more than 15 scientific concepts and applications that make a difference to our lives. How do we see the world in so many colours? How does the polygraph show that you are telling a lie? Is blasting off to space really rocket science? Skydive with parachuters. Be transported by the cleverness of the escalator. And experience some cool science at work in your very own home. From everyday hacks to the technology that catches criminals, understand how things work as never before!

全球約有14,000種冷血動物，在本書中可以身歷其境地與來自各地的20多位代表，進行一次近距離接觸！如何判斷蛇類是否有毒？變色龍是如何改變顏色的？為什麼日本大鯢（俗稱大山椒魚）在野外非常罕見？試著挪動世界上最大的蜥蜴科莫多巨蜥。發現巨大陸龜加拉巴哥象龜的秘密。欣賞（但不能觸摸！）顏色鮮豔的箭毒蛙。從茂密的森林到泥濘的濕地，從沙地荒漠到湍急河流，讓我們一起體驗爬行動物和兩棲動物的非凡世界！Adventures with Reptiles and Amphibians is an immersive encounter with more than 20 representatives of some 14,000 cold-blooded species worldwide. How can you tell if a snake is venomous? How does the chameleon change its colours? Why is the Japanese giant salamander a rare sight in the wild? Lumber with the world's largest lizard, the komodo dragon. Discover the secrets of the Galapagos tortoise. And admire (but don't touch!) the brightly coloured poison dart frog. From leafy forests to muddy wetlands, and sandy deserts to fast-flowing rivers, experience the remarkable world of reptiles and amphibians as never before!

身歷其境探索超過15個改變我們生活的科學概念和應用！我們是如何看到世界上這麼多顏色的？測謊儀如何顯示人們在說謊？向太空發射真的是火箭科學嗎？手扶梯是怎麼巧妙的運送每個人？從日常駭客攻擊到抓捕罪犯的技術，讓我們在家就能體驗超酷的科學工作與原理，並以前所未有的方式了解事情的運作方式！Adventures with How Things Work is an immersive exploration of more than 15 scientific concepts and applications that make a difference to our lives. How do we see the world in so many colours? How does the polygraph show that you are telling a lie? Is blasting off to space really rocket science? Skydive with parachuters. Be transported by the cleverness of the escalator. And experience some cool science at work in your very own home. From everyday hacks to the technology that catches criminals, understand how things work as never before!

從地面上到地底下──在本書中可以身歷其境地接觸20多名來自不同棲息地的居民！我們為什麼要欣賞蚯蚓？環尾狐猴想告訴我們什麼？是什麼讓非洲塞倫蓋提(Serengeti)的牛羚穿越鱷魚出沒的水域？與紅蟹一起漫遊聖誕島，小心袋鼠強而有力的拳腳，跟白掌長臂猿一起在樹梢上盪鞦韆！從寒冷的山區到乾旱的沙漠，從茂密的森林到廣闊的草原，一起體驗壯觀的陸地動物世界吧！Adventures with Land Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 20 residents of diverse habitats on — and below! — the ground. Why should you appreciate the earthworm? What's the ring-tailed lemur trying to say? What makes the Serengeti wildebeest cross crocodile-infested waters? Roam Christmas Island with the red crab. Stay clear of the kangaroo's powerful kick. And swing in the treetops with the white-handed gibbon! From icy mountains to arid deserts, and from dense forests to open grasslands, experience the spectacular world of land animals as never before!

全球約有14,000種冷血動物，在本書中可以身歷其境地與來自各地的20多位代表，進行一次近距離接觸！如何判斷蛇類是否有毒？變色龍是如何改變顏色的？為什麼日本大鯢（俗稱大山椒魚）在野外非常罕見？試著挪動世界上最大的蜥蜴科莫多巨蜥。發現巨大陸龜加拉巴哥象龜的秘密。欣賞（但不能觸摸！）顏色鮮豔的箭毒蛙。從茂密的森林到泥濘的濕地，從沙地荒漠到湍急河流，讓我們一起體驗爬行動物和兩棲動物的非凡世界！Adventures with Reptiles and Amphibians is an immersive encounter with more than 20 representatives of some 14,000 cold-blooded species worldwide. How can you tell if a snake is venomous? How does the chameleon change its colours? Why is the Japanese giant salamander a rare sight in the wild? Lumber with the world's largest lizard, the komodo dragon. Discover the secrets of the Galapagos tortoise. And admire (but don't touch!) the brightly coloured poison dart frog. From leafy forests to muddy wetlands, and sandy deserts to fast-flowing rivers, experience the remarkable world of reptiles and amphibians as never before!

在本書中身歷其境地接觸世界上20多種特別的自然現象！現存最大的貓科動物是什麼？地球上最令人印象深刻的瀑布在哪裡呢？是什麼讓海洋在黑暗中發光？一起登上吉力馬札羅山的山頂；跟著神話找尋的愛爾蘭巨人的蹤跡；乘坐熱氣球飛越土耳其的卡帕多西亞。從奇異的動物到神奇的天氣現象，從微小的沙粒到高聳的地理風貌，一起體驗前所未有並令人嘆為觀止的自然世界！Adventures with Natural Wonders is an immersive encounter with more than 20 natural phenomena that deserve special mention. Which is the world's largest living feline? Where are the most impressive waterfalls on Earth? What makes the oceans glow in the dark? Climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow the trail of a mythical Irish giant. And glide over Cappadocia in a hot-air balloon. From animal oddities to weird weather effects, and tiny grains of sand to towering geographical landforms, experience the breathtaking natural world as never before!

在本書中身歷其境地接觸世界上20多種特別的自然現象！現存最大的貓科動物是什麼？地球上最令人印象深刻的瀑布在哪裡呢？是什麼讓海洋在黑暗中發光？一起登上吉力馬札羅山的山頂；跟著神話找尋的愛爾蘭巨人的蹤跡；乘坐熱氣球飛越土耳其的卡帕多西亞。從奇異的動物到神奇的天氣現象，從微小的沙粒到高聳的地理風貌，一起體驗前所未有並令人嘆為觀止的自然世界！Adventures with Natural Wonders is an immersive encounter with more than 20 natural phenomena that deserve special mention. Which is the world's largest living feline? Where are the most impressive waterfalls on Earth? What makes the oceans glow in the dark? Climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow the trail of a mythical Irish giant. And glide over Cappadocia in a hot-air balloon. From animal oddities to weird weather effects, and tiny grains of sand to towering geographical landforms, experience the breathtaking natural world as never before!

翻開這本書，你就是主角！您將被發射到歐洲核子研究中心(CERN)，世界上最著名的實驗室之一：一個由地下隧道、大規模實驗和技術奇蹟組成的真正的科學仙境。您可以選擇扮演研究人員、學生或遊客的角色，您的選擇創造了不同的故事……但要成功完成冒險，需要加上直覺和一點運氣，並解決一路上的難題。保持警惕並睜大眼睛注意隨時出現恐龍……它是否來自附近的侏羅山，跟侏羅紀公園的名字源自同一個地方？你將會在書中的任何角落遇到貓咪Schrödy!牠除了貪吃，還會為您解釋所有特殊詞彙(黑體字)，並為您製作了一個詞彙對照表。準備好迎接一場充滿關於粒子和科學奇蹟的神奇冒險，展開故事，探索宇宙未解之謎，最重要的是，享受書中的遊戲和小測驗帶來的樂趣！你準備好面對巨大的史前巨獸，發現微小粒子的秘密了嗎？As soon as you open this book, YOU become the protagonist!You will be catapulted to CERN, one of the most famous laboratories in the world — a real scientific wonderland of underground tunnels, massive experiments and technological marvels.You can choose to play the role of a researcher, a student or a tourist, but keep your eyes open for a threatening dinosaur... Is it coming from the nearby Jura Mountains, the same place that gave Jurassic its name?Prepare yourself for a rather bizarre adventure filled with loads of brain-tickling facts about particles and science wonders. Unfold the story, explore the unsolved mysteries of the Universe, and most import

Use your Magic Magnifying Glass to see inside a whole world of mind-boggling machines in this cutting edge interactive titlle, ideal for budding scientists, engineers, or other curious young minds! Se

《World of Science 科學世界》透過全彩的生動漫畫，激發孩子對科學主題的興趣。本套書涵蓋多元的科學主題，並符合亞太地區的劍橋小學課程大綱。 書中結合擴增實境(AR)增強學習的互動與體驗，書中生動的3D立體人物對話、動物叫聲、植物型態，加上遊戲及小測驗，讓家長與孩子一同享受邊遊戲邊學習的樂趣。本系列特點：˙生動的全彩漫畫將吸引所有小讀者，同時也包括那些原本對科學不感興趣的小朋友。˙涵蓋了多元主題，提供獨特兼具教育與娛樂的綜合性科學教材。˙本系列漫畫與科學雜誌不同，不根據各冊主題更改書中架構及視覺設計，其一致性的整體風格與內容架構，多年來深受市場肯定，並使讀者更能深入認識主題與有效地學習。˙擴增實境(VR)的加入增強書中的互動性和體驗元素，透過動畫、3D人物、遊戲化和測驗，讓這系列套書在市場上獨樹一幟，其教育價值吸引家長，並深受喜歡邊學習邊娛樂的孩子們的歡迎。*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。 第二輯，共5冊：1. 了解事物運作的歷險記2. 偉大思想歷險記3. 與爬行動物和兩棲動物歷險記4. 與陸地動物的歷險記5. 自然奇觀歷險記The World of Science series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics enriched by Augmented Reality. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds. In this set of five books, the titles are:Adventures with How Things WorkAdventures wit

《World of Science 科學世界》透過全彩的生動漫畫，激發孩子對科學主題的興趣。本套書涵蓋多元的科學主題，並符合亞太地區的劍橋小學課程大綱。 書中結合擴增實境(AR)增強學習的互動與體驗，書中生動的3D立體人物對話、動物叫聲、植物型態，加上遊戲及小測驗，讓家長與孩子一同享受邊遊戲邊學習的樂趣。本系列特點：˙生動的全彩漫畫將吸引所有小讀者，同時也包括那些原本對科學不感興趣的小朋友。˙涵蓋了多元主題，提供獨特兼具教育與娛樂的綜合性科學教材。˙本系列漫畫與科學雜誌不同，不根據各冊主題更改書中架構及視覺設計，其一致性的整體風格與內容架構，多年來深受市場肯定，並使讀者更能深入認識主題與有效地學習。˙擴增實境(VR)的加入增強書中的互動性和體驗元素，透過動畫、3D人物、遊戲化和測驗，讓這系列套書在市場上獨樹一幟，其教育價值吸引家長，並深受喜歡邊學習邊娛樂的孩子們的歡迎。*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。 第二輯，共5冊：1. 了解事物運作的歷險記2. 偉大思想歷險記3. 與爬行動物和兩棲動物歷險記4. 與陸地動物的歷險記5. 自然奇觀歷險記The World of Science series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics enriched by Augmented Reality. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds. In this set of five books, the titles are:Adventures with How Things WorkAdventures wit

Number One for Fiendish Fun! Join Henry in a bumper edition of mayhem with this completely wicked collection of six of his best school stories!Have a mischievous school year with Horrid Henry! This book contains six naughty school stories about a disastrous talent show, a brand new teacher and a nudie foodie! Plus loads of fun activities and jokes to keep Horrid Henry fans busy. An irresistible introduction to reading for pleasure - the perfect gift for Horrid Henry fans everywhere.

Hidden away at Hopewell Elementary School is a magical locker that always delivers a solution to your problems―just not quite in the way you might expect.It’s Halloween at Hopewell Elementary, but whe

Besties Pizza and Taco are BACK in Book 3, putting their drawing skills--and wild imaginations--to good use writing a comic book together!When you love comics like Pizza and Taco do, the next step aft

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Unicorn Bo and friends set off in search of The Golden Fish, a legendary demigod, the only person who can help merbaby Flo, who was born unable to swim on her own. On their journey, they meet a friend

A gripping graphic novel adaptation of Lauren Tarshis's bestselling I Survived the Attacks of September 11, 2001, in time for the 20th anniversary of 9/11.The only thing Lucas loves more than football

Keivan曾是一個像是你我一樣的孩子，但長大後他是一名天文學家！Keivan從小就對圍繞著恆星運轉的行星充滿興趣，這樣的興趣把他帶向了星空！他是如何參與太空任務？讓我們一起從書中了解他如何參與太空任務，並研究系外行星的奧秘。Who Me? 系列是由科學家本人和范德比大學 (Vanderbilt University)的合著者一同撰寫。透過科學家們鼓舞人心的的傳記，讓小讀者了解到，科學家都是像我們一樣的普通人，因為對學習和發現新事物的熱愛，一路上努力學習，並為自己創造機會並爭取成為科學家的機會，在了解科學家的成長故事的過程中，讀者除了能從中認識基本的科學概念，也能認識科學家現在所從事的尖端研究。 What is an astronomer? What does he or she do?Meet Keivan, a kid like you and me, who grew up and became an astronomer! As a child, Keivan was always interested in learning about planets orbiting other stars and this interest has taken him to the stars! Learn more about how he became involved in a space mission, as part of his research about exoplanets.The Who Me? series features inspirational biographies of scientists who young readers will be able to identify with as people like themselves. Written by the scientists themselves and co-authors from Vanderbilt University, the books are designed to help young readers understand that scientists are regular people like themselves who are excit

什麼是生物醫學資訊學專家？他們的工作做些什麼呢？作者Kevin曾是一個像是你我一樣的孩子，但長大後他成為一名生物醫學資訊學專家！Kevin從小就熱愛科學和動物，這種熱情加上他的工程學天賦，使他成為一名專門研究生物醫學資訊學的小兒科醫生——使用資訊科學來改善醫療保健。Who Me? 系列是由科學家本人和范德比大學 (Vanderbilt University)的合著者一同撰寫。透過科學家們鼓舞人心的的傳記，讓小讀者了解到，科學家都是像我們一樣的普通人，因為對學習和發現新事物的熱愛，一路上努力學習，並為自己創造機會並爭取成為科學家的機會，在了解科學家的成長故事的過程中，讀者除了能從中認識基本的科學概念，也能認識科學家現在所從事的尖端研究。What is a biomedical informatics expert? What does he or she do?Meet Kevin, a kid like you and me, who grew up to become a biomedical informatics expert! Kevin grew up loving science and caring for animals, and this passion, combined with his engineering aptitude, turned him into a pediatrician specializing in biomedical informatics — using computers and data science to improve health care.The Who Me? series features inspirational biographies of scientists who young readers will be able to identify with as people like themselves. Written by the scientists themselves and co-authors from Vanderbilt University, the books are designed to help young readers understand that sc

The Misfits must work together to fend off mysterious attacks in this magical finale to the #1 New York Times bestselling Magic Misfits series from acclaimed and wildly popular celebrity Neil Patrick

Drake, Bo, and Opeli seek the help of a powerful Sea Dragon in the latest adventure in this action-packed, New York Times bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!The evil wizard Astrid is ready to cast her dangerous False Life spell! To undo the spell, Drake and the other Dragon Masters will need the help of three special dragons -- including a Sea Dragon. So Drake, Bo, and Opeli travel to the island of Kapua to find one. But the Dragon Masters have stolen something from Astrid... And Astrid will battle them to get it back!Matt Loveridge's exciting black-and-white illustrations bring the action to life in this thrilling series!

A collection of 12 stories featuring all the worst Disney Villains! Join Cruella, Maleficant, Captain Hook and more in the treacherous tales!

In the fourth installment of the exciting Dragon Kingdom of Wrenly graphic novel series, Ruskin and his dragon friends discover there's more than just ghosts to worry about on Ghost Island!After survi

Omar覺得替朋友擋一次小錯，感覺就像當英雄一樣帥！他因此接連替班上其他人扛下幾件小事──直到大事發生，老師們理所當然地把錯全推給「最近行為怪怪的Omar」。眼看誤會越滾越大，他該怎麼解釋才有用？幸好，真正的朋友總會挺身而出。Welcome back to Planet Omar! The fourth book in Zanib Mian's laugh-out-loud series, with amazing cartoon-style illustrations. Perfect for fans of Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid. When Omar's best friend Daniel messes up at school, Omar decides to take the blame to save him from getting in trouble - which makes him feel like a hero! With this taste of heroism, Omar takes the blame for a couple of small things other kids in the class have done - without realising that when something more serious happens, the signs will point to him since he's been so unusually troublesome.The teachers are SURE the culprit must be Omar. Can his friends prove his innocence and show that he wasn't responsible for the chaos?*Zanib Mian is a World Book Day author for 2021 with her Planet Omar title, Operation Kind.*Have you read the first book in the series, Accidental Trouble Magnet? Love Reading 4 Kids c

本書整理政治的起源與變化。從沒有統治者的小社群，到權力如何集中、王權如何建立，再到民主的形成，每個階段都以簡潔方式呈現。書中穿插不少意想不到的例子，例如奇怪的法令、荒誕的統治方式，或動物也曾登上議會席次等，讓讀者在閱讀中自然感受到政治的多樣樣貌。How did ancient people make decisions? How do the people in power stay in power? Why did Karl Marx have to go without trousers? A Quick History of Politics answers these questions and more, taking a ride through time from plutocrats to people power. What do you think of when you hear 'politics'? Is it grey-haired men in suits, shouting at each other in a weird room? Well, you're partly right... but there's also a whole lot of crazy stories and weird history in the political world.A Quick History of Politics takes a look at the silly side of government, big and small, throughout the ages, and also explains the important stuff, like suffrage, elections and getting your voice heard. You will discover: How the earliest tribes got by without a leader. How the first ever kings and queens ruled their people.When and how democracy was invented, and what it actually means.

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time.Grab your golden ticket and learn how Willy Wonka became an internationally popular figure in literature and film.The whims

Calling all stargazers, here is the book for you!Ancient people from many different cultures―Greek, Roman, Mezo-American, Arab―all looked up and imagined pictures in the sky by “drawing” a line from o

Moby Shinobi and his dog Toby are heading to the racetrack! Moby tries to use his ninja skills to help the crew, but ends up in a mess of oil spills, flat tires, and wrong turns. With some help from T

The fourth book in a hilarious, heart-warming series for children from Costa Award-winning author A.L. Kennedy, illustrated by celebrated cartoonist Gemma Correll. Hold onto your underpants - there's

Hilarious, illustrated school-based antics where everything that happens leads to DRAMA and RUNNING AROUND and even some FAINTING! Izzy and her friends are on a school trip to a big lake. Gary Petrie is excited because the lodges where they're staying have ROBES AND SLIPPERS! The lake is dark and deep and a bit scary. But it's when they open their packed lunches that they know! There's a MONSTER in the lake and it's coming for their CRISPS!Laugh-out-loud fun from Blue Peter Award winners Pamela Butchart and Thomas Flintham.Read more of Izzy's adventures!Baby Aliens Got My TeacherThe Spy Who Loved School DinnersMy Headteacher Is a Vampire RatAttack of the Demon Dinner LadiesTo Wee Or Not To Wee!There's a Werewolf In My Tent!The Phantom Lollipop Man!There's a Yeti in the Playground!Icarus Was RidiculousThe Broken Leg of Doom

Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Awards 2022 Best Books with Facts*A positive, reassuring and anxiety-eliminating book helping children change the way they think about the world*Pandemics, war, terror, natural disasters - the world seems to be full of bad news and it can all feel, well, a little bit scary. But this is just part of the story. There are in fact tons of great things happening, from robots improving health care and trees healing the planet, to everyday people helping their community with acts of kindness and the businesses fighting for good in the world.In Good News, children will learn to become fake news detectives, sussing out what's real and what isn't. They'll discover the good news - the amazing anecdotes, case studies and figures around the globe that are making a difference. And they'll learn that if we all continue to work together, things can only keep getting better and better.Empowering, reassuring and confidence-boosting, this book is a positive antidote for tes

A Sunday Times Children's Book of the Year pick From the imagination of Tom Gates' multi-million-copy bestselling creator Liz Pichon... 'Following up a best-selling series like Tom Gates is no easy feat, but Liz Pichon does so in huge style in Shoe Wars [...] Bursting with imagination and fabulous gadgets, Shoe Wars is full of Pichon's characteristic warmth, humour and quirky illustrations.' The Bookseller Welcome to Shoe Town - and meet brother and sister Bear and Ruby Foot. They are running out of time to rescue their inventor dad from his hideous boss, Wendy Wedge.She'll do ANYTHING to win the glitzy Golden Shoe Award and knows that entering flying shoes is her hot ticket to the trophy. Flying shoes that Ruby and Bear just happen to be hiding... Get ready for a gadget-packed, wedge-of-your-feet adventure like no other! Laughs and pictures on every single page! More praise for Shoe Wars: 'As with the Tom Gates books, every page here is dynamic and attention-grabbing, packed with cart

Unipiggle and Princess Pea are so excited to be on HOLIDAY! They can't wait to build sandcastles and explore the magical underwater town, Mermaid Springs. But then the King is swept away in a WHIRLPOO

《魔女宅急便》——宮﨑駿動畫靈感來源的原著小說，全新英譯版再現溫暖魔法。十三歲的半吊子小魔女琪琪，帶著愛吐槽的黑貓吉吉，飛往陌生海港小鎮展開一年修行。原以為能輕鬆帶來幸福，卻發現真正的魔法，藏在每日的努力與真心中。結合幻想與生活氣息，這是一段屬於成長、勇氣與友情的美好旅程。Soar into the modern classic about a young witch and her clever cat―the inspiration for the Hiyao Miyazaki film that became a phenomenom!Half-witch Kiki never runs from a challenge. So when her thirteenth birthday arrives, she’s eager to follow a witch’s tradition: choose a new town to call home for one year.Brimming with confidence, Kiki flies to the seaside village of Koriko and expects that her powers will easily bring happiness to the townspeople. But gaining the trust of the locals is trickier than she expected. With her faithful, wise-cracking black cat, Jiji, by her side, Kiki forges new friendships and builds her inner strength, ultimately realizing that magic can be found in even the most ordinary places.Blending fantasy with the charm of everyday life, this enchanting new translation will inspire both new readers and dedicated fans.“A gentle