Computer Technology and Computer Programming

"Aven is a perky, hilarious, and inspiring protagonist whose attitude and humor will linger even after the last page has turned." ―School Library Journal (Starred review)Chosen for the Autumn 2017 Kid

Postwar Hong Kong cinema played an active role in building the colony’s community in the 1950s and 1960s. To Jing Jing Chang, the screening of movies in postwar Hong Kong was a process of showing the

All across the Americas, from the sixteenth century onwards, enslaved Africans escaped their captors and struck out on their own. These runaways established their own communities or joined with indige

Princess Cali and her twin brother, Prince Cruise, are expected to do everything together -- but at the Royal Mermaid Rescue Crew School, Cali wants to stand out on her own. So when the principal announces a Rescue Crew Tournament to name the top merstudent of the year, Cali is thrilled. This is the perfect way to prove herself!But Cruise is a tough competitor. Will Cali do anything to win...even something fishy?

Fans of Rainbow Magic and Mermaid Tales will love this new series full of adventures under the sea!

The students are sick and tired of Spaghetti-and-Meatball Mondays in the cafeteria. The administration says they can help create a new menu, so students throughout the school make booths with their fa

There was an old lady who swallowed a cake. I don't know why she swallowed the cake. It was a mistake!Scholastic's Old Lady is more popular than ever, and in celebration she's swallowing a cake... and

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

A brand new charming board book series with beautiful and stylish paper-cut illustrations, designed for introducing first concepts. All of Us takes place at the baby's first birthday party and introdu

I Am is a wonderful introduction to emotions and feelings for the very young, helping little ones to visualize situations and giving them words to express themselves.

Be brave and keep the seas safe!Nixie can't wait to join the Royal Mermaid Rescue Crew. Along with a magical seapony partner, she'll save merpeople in danger and use her natural creativity to keep the

"If you want us to remain silent - if you want to retain your freedom, your job, and your reputation - you need to tell us everything, and I mean everything. . ."We last saw Eve and Villanelle in a sp

An adorable board book for the babies and toddlers of gay fathers, featuring a variety of diverse, loving families with two dads.Families with same-sex parents are celebrated in this board book that f

BabyLit Storybooks are a great way to introduce young readers to the classics, with easy to read storylines and bright illustrations. They are part of the bestselling BabyLit series, which provides a

From New York Times bestselling author Jim Benton, meet Catwad! He's blue, he's a bit of a grouch, and his best friend is a dim-witted cat named Blurmp who can see the bright side of anything. From pi

This lively introduction to the fascinating world of science explores the different kinds of science, what scientists do, and the amazing things that scientists study: animals and plants; oceans and s

Join the world’s greatest detective, Nate the Great, as he solves the mystery of the missing word! Perfect for beginning readers and the Common Core, this long-running chapter book series will encoura

China—Art—Modernity provides a critical introduction to modern and contemporary Chinese art as a whole. It illuminates what is distinctive and significant about the rich range of art created during th

Oh no, Daddy's nose is red and his eyes are sleepy, he isn't well! I'll be Daddy today and make him all better! Taking care of Daddy is part of Bright Start; a touching new series of board books which

Time is a funny thing. Dad talks about it a lot, but I think I know more about time than he does.A child gives his time-starved dad some sage advice about what 'time' really means, and how to make the

Isadora Moon is special because she's different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she's a bit of both. When Isadora is invited to stay at her friend Zoe's house she's so excited - she h

Based on the mightily uplifting little book, Ishi: Simple Tips from a Solid Friend and its adorable Instagram account, @ishitherock, Ishi Postcards is a set of 30 postcards to send to someone in need

Easy-peasy recipes for first-time bakersWhen it comes to baking, even the littlest hands are eager to start mixing up tasty treats. Super Simple Baking for Kids equips new bakers with the most fun and easiest-ever recipes to whip up. Cookies, muffins, and cakes galore are sure to leave even grown-ups asking for more.Beginning with the basics, kids ages six to eight will learn key baking skills like how to separate eggs or knead dough. When these techniques are mastered, they can cook up over 55 super yummy recipes with confidence. (If only they were old enough to do the dishes!)This kids baking cookbook includes:Kids Baking tutorials—Kids learn all about equipment, safety, and skills they need to be successful in the kitchen.Easy as 1,2,3—Recipes use 5-10 ingredients max, no fancy equipment, and are labeled in degree of easiness.Fun foods—Making eating just as fun as baking with sweet and savory recipes like Rainbow Sprinkle Whoopie Pies, Apple-Cider Doughnut Cake, Soft Pretzels and mo

What if you threw your teacup out your window...and what if it accidentally knocked the moon out of the sky?A girl named Harriet longs to play her cello alone in her room. But when a noisy owl disrupt

It's an adventure of a lifetime when Cruz Coronado sets sail for the shores of Iceland and Norway aboard the Explorer Academy ship to continue his studies at sea. But, things take a turn while explori

★ 美國藝術巨擘Jasper Johns經典作品全集解析★ 從國旗、數字到地圖，重新定義「日常圖像」的藝術意義★ 影響普普藝術與觀念藝術的關鍵人物，一本全面認識當熟悉的符號被重新觀看，藝術也因此改變。Jasper Johns以國旗、數字與地圖等「我們早已認識的圖像」為創作核心，讓日常變得陌生而富有意義。自1950年代進入紐約藝術圈以來，他與Robert Rauschenberg共同開創被稱為「新達達」的重要轉向，深刻影響後來的普普藝術與觀念藝術。本書收錄其繪畫、雕塑、版畫與拼貼作品，透過豐富圖像與專家解析，完整呈現其超過半世紀的創作歷程與國際影響力。這不只是作品集，更是一段改寫藝術史的旅程。A handsomely illustrated study of one of the world's greatest contemporary artists, including Johns's most iconic paintings, sculptures, works on paper and collages.Jasper Johns is regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, and has remained central to American art since his arrival in New York in the 1950s. With his then partner Robert Rauschenberg, Johns helped to establish a decisive new direction in the art world, termed "Neo-Dada" at the time. Johns' striking use of popular iconography, "things the mind already knows," as he put it (flags, numbers, maps), made the familiar unfamiliar--and made a colossal impact in the art world, becoming a touchstone for Pop, min

The competition heats up in episode two of this zesty series for fans of kids' cooking competitions!With this episode's theme of family and tradition, from a diner challenge to a quinceañera to the farmer's market, the junior chefs will have to sauté their way through the chewiest challenges yet. They're the best in the nation, but can they handle the twists and turnovers week two has in store, on- and off-camera? Which junior chefs can stand the heat? And which one will need to get out of the kitchen? We are one episode closer to discovering just who will earn the title of Next Best Junior Chef. Bonus: Includes real cooking techniques for the aspiring young chef!

The thrilling final episode in the zesty series for fans of kids' cooking competitions. It's the season finale and only two contestants remain. Who will take the cake and earn the title of Next Best Junior Chef? Two talented junior chefs have sliced and diced their way into the finale of Next Best Junior Chef. This week's theme: innovation. Which junior chef will rise to the top and earn the title of Next Best Junior Chef? And whose goose is cooked? Two contestants compete on- and off-camera, but only one will win the whole enchilada. This is a finale you won't want to miss! Bonus: includes real cooking techniques for the aspiring young chef!

As a boy, Jadav Payeng was distressed by the destruction deforestation and erosion was causing on his island home in India's Brahmaputra River. So he began planting trees. What began as a small thicke

Science tells us that babies develop best when they are spoken to, sung to and read to. Introduce your baby to a world of words and pictures with these 30 classic nursery rhymes from the Mother Goose

"Addictive and immersive, A Gathering of Shadows cements this series as a must-read." —Entertainment Weekly, grade AContinue V. E. Schwab's New York Times bestselling Shades of Magic series with A Gat

Hie thee to Shakespeare camp with Stink to learn fake sword-fighting, spout silly curses, and prithee try to escape a kiss . . . BLUCK!It’s spring break, and Stink is faced with a difficult choice: ha

What do you do with a curmudgeon that just won't budge? Why, shake off the grumpy 'tude and embrace the fun!Have you ever seen a curmudgeon that looks like your brother, but is in such a bad mood you

Ice hockey fans will pull on their skates and gear up for this Who HQ title about the Stanley Cup Finals--the National Hockey League's championship games.Out of the thirty-two pro hockey teams that co

Many people know Nashville for the bright lights and nonstop music, but it also has a history that doesn't make it into the guidebooks. The first public hanging in the city took place in 1802 when Hen

This tasty picture book takes kids into the kitchen for some delicious fun! Measure, sift, pour, mix: it's baking time for Mummy! Whether they're whisking meringues, whipping up brownies, or making cookies, buns, or a Swiss roll slathered with cream, Poppy loves helping her mother in the kitchen. There are so many interesting things to play with, including jugs, colourful spoons, and a sieve that makes flour fall like snow. What fun! This beautiful book is perfect for little girls who want to be "just like Mummy." AGES: 3 to 5 AUTHOR: Lisa Stickley is a designer, author, and illustrator who trained at Central Saint Martins and the Royal College of Art.She has collaborated with numerous well-known designers and sold designs to such accounts as Burberry, Harrods, Selfridges, and Boots. AGES: 0 to 5 AUTHOR: Lisa is a designer, author and illustrator. She is a committed lover of cabbage and marshmallows - although not necessarily at the same time.And she has a penchant for collecting piles

Lizzie loves plants and her biggest wish is to be a gardener, a bold choice for a Victorian girl. When her strict stepfather sends her to stay with relatives in London, Lizzie struggles to adapt to he

Take a tour through a beautiful garden centre in this detailed sticker book. Discover everything from outdoor plants, a flower shop, exotic indoor plants, garden statues and furniture to garden tools

Poppy and Sam are feeding the animals at Apple Tree Farm, and they're a noisy bunch! Little children will love hearing the farm come to life as they press the pages of this entertaining book, to hear

This hilarious book of Dr. Seuss tongue-twisters will have children learning to read, and having fun, at the same time!Tie your tongue in terrible knots as you try to read aloud some of the most troub