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Naomi loves being a Glitter Dragon Girl. She can fly above treetops and roar glittery bursts of magic. Best of all, she and the other Glitter Dragons are keeping their beloved Magic Forest safe from t

Azmina, Willa, and Naomi are thrilled to learn they're Glitter Dragon Girls. Summoned to the Magic Forest by its magnificent ruler, the Tree Queen, the girls quickly find out their dragon-selves have

Write your legend, draw your destiny, and take flight!The legend starts with you!Do you love to draw or write? Do you have your very own dragon stories to tell? In this official Wings of Fire journal,

The #1 bestselling chapter book is now a graphic novel Magic. Mystery. Time-travel. Get whisked back in time in the magic tree house with Jack and Annie Where did the tree house come from? Before Jack

Jessi knows a secret language! She learned it from Matt Braddock, the BSC's newest charge. Matt's been deaf since birth, and he uses sign language to speak. Since Jessi is Matt's baby-sitter, she's be

Some secrets are deadly.It's no secret that Sundew wants to destroy the HiveWings. It's her life's mission to exact revenge on the tribe that tried to wipe out the LeafWings and ripped every tree from

Before Mr. Lemoncello became everyone’s favorite game maker, he was a kid who liked to roll the dice . . . Discover the origins of what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world” in this PREQUEL to the New York Times bestselling Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library.Go back to the START and meet thirteen-year-old, PUZZLE-obsessed Luigi Lemoncello! Luigi has a knack for games and puzzles. But sometimes it feels like the cards are stacked against him. UNTIL a carnival arrives in town and Luigi gets the CHANCE OF A LIFETIME—the opportunity to work for the world famous Professor Marvelmous--a dazzling, banana-hat-wearing barker who puts the SHOW in SHOWMAN! When the carnival closes, Professor Marvelmous leaves behind a mysterious puzzle box along with a clue. A clue that will lead Luigi and his friends on a fantastical treasure hunt to a prize beyond anything they could imagine--if they can find it! Can Luigi cr

全彩動物科普讀本，每本32頁，7-12歲適讀。此套附線上音檔。(需下載Scholastic StoryPlus APP)北極熊與棕熊、暴龍與迅猛龍等，每本挑選兩種凶猛動物進行PK，分別介紹身體構造、生態及行為。比較兩者差異選出贏家。除了吸收動物相關(冷)知識，可同時學習如何尋找差異，進行比較。擬真插圖結合真實照片及豐富動物知識，滿足讀者對動物的熱愛。What would happen if two amazing animals met one another? What if they had a fight? Who do you think would win? This is a collection of eight titles from the popular series, Who Would Win? Packed with facts and information, this fun series highlights the strengths of different animals and makes a comparison between equally powerful opponents. Besides interesting trivia, this series helps its readers understand the concept of compare-and-contrast and puts this useful skill to good use.線上音檔使用方式，以蘋果手機為例，至APP Store下載Scholastic StoryPlus，註冊帳號後，會看到可以使用此APP的所有出版品，須購買紙本書，掃描書上所附的QRcode，才能將音檔解鎖。若沒有QRcode，每本書有提供30秒的試聽檔。這8本為1. Killer Whale vs Great White Shark 虎鯨大戰大白鯊2. Komodo Dragon vs King Cobra 科莫多巨蜥大戰眼鏡蛇3. Lion vs Tiger 獅子大戰老虎4. Tarantula vs Scorpion 狼蛛對蝎子5. Whale vs Giant Squid 鯨魚與巨型魷魚6. Hammerhead vs Bull Shark 鎚頭鯊與牛鯊7

16 famous paintings get the magic painting treatment. Simply brush water over the black-and-whiteoutlines and watch them burst into colour. Even the paintbrush is included - all you need to create you

Longlisted for Blue Peter Book Awards 2022Merdyn the Wild is from the Dark Ages. He's the world's greatest Warlock (don't call him a wizard), banished to the 21st century for bad behaviour, and he's about to create a whole load of trouble for Rose, aged 12. Rose is a totally ordinary girl, on a mission to mend her broken family.Bubbles is Rose's guinea pig. He just poos a lot. When Rose bumps into Merdyn and discovers what he is, she quickly realises that he could be just what she needs.Rose agrees to help Merdyn navigate the confusing ways of the modern world (things like: the lidded bowl in the bathroom is NOT a sink, it's a TOILET, so definitely DON'T wash your face in it) if Merdyn gives her a spell to fix her family in return. Now they just need to hide him in the shed without Rose's mum noticing, track down Merdyn's magic staff and find a way to send Merdyn back through time to the Dark Ages. What could possibly go wrong...?From the writer of the Paddington 2 movie and writer and

This beautiful book explores how to be kind and why kindness is so important. It's not just about beingkind to others, it's about being kind to ourselves, kind to nature and kind to our planet too. De

How does Macbeth turn so quickly from trusted military commander to murderous traitor? This compelling version brings readers into the heart of Shakespeare's drama, and includes carefully chosen quota

Molly, Rosie, and Simon test the laws of physics to rescue a lucky soccer ball before the big game in the fifth book of this heavily illustrated, two-color chapter book series by Stick Dog author Tom

Resourceful twin sisters and a desperate queen must find a new source of magic to stop their kingdom from being consumed by darkness. This classic fantasy-adventure from bestselling author Claire Legr

A beautiful guide to life on Earth for children aged 8+. Packed full of illustrations, exciting experiments - and even comic strips - That's Life! encourages young scientists to start looking for the living things around them. Life is everywhere on planet Earth.Jungles, deserts, seas, plains, fields and forests - all of them teem with life but, amazingly, you can also find lots of living things hidden in your home, and even hidden inside you! Join Sherlock Ohms and his companions on a brilliant biological adventure, seeking out all kinds of life, including the life forms hiding in your own home!That's Life! Is the follow-up to The Element in the Room (shortlisted for The Blue Peter Book Awards 2019 and The Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2019. Longlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2020).

《The Last Kids on Earth》首度推出全彩漫畫，帶來六個新冒險。故事從一次被怪物打斷的「桌遊之夜」開始，Jack 與好友為了決定誰該上陣，舉辦「故事比拼」。每個角色都輪番講述自己的末日歷險：有的誇張逗趣，有的驚險刺激，甚至連怪獸伙伴也加入，形成一場色彩繽紛、笑料不斷的敘事競賽。不同的說故事方式，凸顯角色個性，也讓讀者感受到這群孩子在末日世界中仍保持創意與勇氣。The first ever full-colour graphic novel in the New York Times bestselling series with over ten million copies in print! Now an award-winning Netflix show! Includes SIX brand new Last Kids stories by Max Brallier, featuring full-colour artwork by Anoosha Syed, Xavier Bonet, Lorena Alvarez, Jay Cooper, Christopher Mitten and The Last Kids on Earth series illustrator Douglas Holgate! When a vicious monster attacks the tree house (rudely interrupting board game night!), our human heroes and their monster pals must decide who is brave enough to battle the beast alone. The only way to choose? An epic, end-of-the-world STORY SHOWDOWN! Jack launches into an epic, totally-heroic, super rad story of one of his many post-apocalyptic adventures. Soon, Quint, Dirk, June and Skaelka, and even Globlet regale the

Cinders Sparks is a fresh, funny, and fabulous take on Cinderella for everyone who loves series like Whatever After and Grimmtastic Girls. Cinders isnt supposed to know how to do magic. Her dog, Spark

Why is a GBP5 note worth GBP5? Where do coins come from? What do banks actually do? All this and so much more is answered in A Quick History of Money, a crash course from cash cows to cryptocurrency.

A boy and his neighborhood friend Louise spend their days creating chalk-drawing worlds around their homes. When Louise asks the boy what he has in his head, the boy's imagination takes the reader on

Myths! Lies! Secrets! Uncover the hidden truth behind the sinking of the Titanic with beloved educator/author Kate Messner. The fun mix of sidebars, illustrations, photos, and graphic panels make this

In his penultimate adventure, now in paperback, a devastated but determined Apollo travels to Camp Jupiter, where he must learn what it is to be a hero, or die trying."A clash of mythic intrigues and

A Newbery Honor Book and Walter Honor Book for Younger ReadersOne of the most acclaimed middle grade books of last year is now coming out in paperback. This is a gorgeously written, hopeful novel in v

“Funny, furry and fantastic!”—Judd Winick, New York Times Bestselling Author of the Hilo seriesCalling all GRAPHIC NOVEL FANS! Do you like DONUTS? Do you crave DANGER? Then Max Meow-the graphic novel

A beautifully illustrated book for children that explores the great issue of our time – climate change; while also depicting our love of pets, the importance of animals and nature. 這是一本精美的兒童圖畫書。當中探討了現

Kamala, Doreen, and Miles are back at Avengers Assembly for a new semester! When Captain Marvel announces she's adding staff to the school, the students aren't sure who it could possibly be―but it loo

From the author of The Ride comes a heartwarming story about a father-son relationship and how music allows us to bond with one another and express ourselvesA father and son embark on a journey across the city, but as they get on the train and plug in their music, do they really know where they will end up? Where will the music take them? Hop on board and take a musical ride through the city and into outer space, to the beach and to the stadium, and the protest and the parlor of an elderly couple with their grand piano. What does music make you feel? What is your favorite song? And what can it inspire you to do?

Get ready for action, adrenaline and adventure in the latest explosive Alex Rider mission by bestselling author Anthony Horowitz, now in paperback. In this adrenaline-fuelled adventure in the number o

Owly and Wormy love making new friends, and when they spot an unfamiliar animal flying through the trees, they can't wait to meet her! Unfortunately, Shadow the flying squirrel doesn't want to be frie

In this poignant and emotionally heart-wrenching tale, famous curmudgeon Catwad faces loss, fear, and struggles with his own mortality when his best friend Blurmp receives news of...wait, who are we k

The New York Times and USA Today bestselling series!My brother Jonah's dream has come true. We have FINALLY landed in his favorite fairy tale: Jack and the Beanstalk!It's a lot of fun meeting Jack. Bu

The tenth book in the laugh-out-loud adventure series set in the MOST AWESOME treehouse! Filled with cartoon illustrations, this is perfect for fans of Dog Man and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.The 130-Storey Treehouse is the tenth book of Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton's wacky treehouse adventures, where the laugh-out-loud story is told through a combination of text and fantastic comic book-style illustrations'The kind of book I would have loved as a kid' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Danger GangWe've added 13 new levels to our treehouse – it used to be 117 storeys, but it keeps on growing!Now there's a soap bubble blaster, a GRABINATOR (it can grab anything from anywhere at any time), a time-wasting level, a toilet paper factory (because you can never have too much toilet paper) and an extraterrestrial observation centre . . . which will come in handy when giant flying eyeballs from outer space come to grabinate us!Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!Climb more fun-filled levels by co

A boy who accidentally bonds with a magical Beast must set off on an adventure in the mysterious Woods in this whimsical and cheeky middle grade fantasy debutperfect for fans of Nevermoor and How to T

Now in hardcover for the first time, featuring new illustrations Return to the world of the Wingfeather Saga with Andrew Peterson and his all-star author friends. Immerse yourself in a land of bomnubb

Dog Man and Petey face their biggest challenges yet in the tenth Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and illustrator Dav Pilkey.Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-

吃進肚子的東西，到底經歷了什麼神奇旅程？跟著一位腸道裡的「好菌導遊」，你將探訪人體消化系統：嘴巴怎麼開始消化？胃為什麼會咕嚕叫？還有肝臟、腸道、腺體和許多你可能從沒想過的器官祕密！這本圖像式科普漫畫以幽默畫風和誇張情節，讓讀者一邊大笑、一邊認識身體運作機制。Chew on this! Science Comics: The Digestive System is the latest volume in First Second’s action-packed nonfiction graphic novel series for middle-grade readers!Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic―dinosaurs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, robots, and more. These gorgeously illustrated graphic novels offer wildly entertaining views of their subjects. Whether you're a fourth grader doing a natural science unit at school or a thirty-year-old with a secret passion for airplanes, these books are for you!In this volume, visit the inside of your mouth, stomach, liver, intestines, and other organs that make up the gastrointestinal tract! Your guide to the gut is a friendly bacterium who will take you on a journey beyond imagination. Uncover how food is transformed into nutrients! Explore strange and dangerous glands

Every volume of Science Comics offers a complete introduction to a particular topic – dinosaurs, coral reefs, the solar system, volcanoes, bats, flying machines, and more. These gorgeously illustrated

Isadora has a wobbly tooth and her mum and dad are more excited about it than she is! Her vampire dad can't wait to take her to the vampire dentist and have her special little fang framed. Her mum wan

Hilda can never sit still for long without setting off on another adventure. She can't resist exploring her enchanting worlda place where trolls walk, crows speak, and mountains move. The magic and fo

The Body Book 中文版為《人體透視書》What’s going on inside our bodies? How do we move, eat, think, and breathe? Children will love looking inside the human body to discover the answers with this incredible inter

Croak! Squeenk! Ribbet! After a close encounter with a mutant amphibian makes him freaky for frogs, water-shy Stink becomes a swimming success.Stink may be super smart, and Stink may be uber clever, b