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Historical monarchs are interviewed from the grave in this hilarious children’s graphic novel.Discover the incredible stories of rulers throughout history in this hilarious graphic novel that brings t

A beautiful book of extinct and endangered creatures with information on when, why, how and what we can do about it.This beautifully illustrated book will shine a spotlight on animals throughout history and in the present―animals lost to extinction, animals we thought we’d lost but have found, and animals that are the focus of conservation efforts all over the world. Animals Lost and Found gives information about extinction events and the different possible causes of extinction (natural as well as human-made), and discusses how it may relate to the world today in an easily understood way. The book also includes information on all the incredible work that is happening around the world to prevent any further loss of species (both flora and fauna), species that have been saved from extinction, incredible stories of uncovering species long thought to have been extinct, positive stories of reintroduction, and what we as humans are doing and can continue to do.

Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide.Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making. How can a rough diamond become a show-stopping centerpiece? Where does labradorite get its colors? Why are there quartz crystals in clocks and watches? How can crystals be grown in a laboratory? Packed with essential information, this edition is more interactive than ever with new infographics, statistics, and facts. Readers will also get a giant fold-out wall chart packed with crystals and details about their uses, which serves as a useful reference tool on your bedroom or classroom wall. Eyewitness Crystal & Gem is the perfect guide for homework help on crystals or for those who s

Speak English with confidence in a wide range of everyday situations, from making small talk to booking a trip abroad. With more than 1,500 of the most useful phrases and common expressions, English for Everyone: Everyday English gives you all the English conversation skills you need to get by in the real world. This engaging and accessible book covers a wide range of real-life topics and scenarios - from everyday activities, such as going to the supermarket and making appointments, to key communication skills, such as comforting someone and dealing with conflict. You'll learn how to welcome visitors, ask for directions, give a presentation at work, find somewhere to live, order a meal out, and much, much more. Each short unit uses memorable, true-to-life dialogues to introduce a new topic, followed by practice exercises to reinforce the new words and phrases that you have learned. The dialogues are accompanied by attractive illustrations and brought to life by animated videos and audi

Teach your young children all there is to know about the minerals and rocks found beneath their feet with this delightful set of 54 flash cards.Dig up the Earth and uncover the wonderful world of rocks and minerals with this collection of colorful, educational picture cards. From rough rocks to glistening gems and everything in between, children will love mastering the names of these elements and learning all of the must-know facts and figures―there will be no stone left unturned. These two-sided cards will provide simple questions that will challenge children’s understanding, fascinating facts that will test their memory, and a pronunciation guide for each rock and mineral to help children develop their vocabulary and reading abilities. The flash cards are also large and sturdy, making them ideal for any learning environment and perfect for messy little hands. With a vibrant, detailed illustration on every card, the Rocks and Minerals Flash Cards set makes for a beautiful gift and mo

★ 《馴龍高手》讀者下一場奇幻冒險首選！幽默、魔法與勇氣交織的熱血任務。★ 一個被判定「毫無用處」的十二歲男孩，踏進黑暗森林，尋找失落魔法，也找回真正的自己。★ 得獎喜劇編劇 Ollie George Clark 首部兒少奇幻小說，笑料十足、節奏明快，充滿友誼與自我發現的暖心力量。十二歲的 Youngest Faircrest 在「決定日」被判定為最不起眼的存在，卻不願讓命運就此定案。他與好友 Agnes、會變身的小豬 Satchel 闖入黑暗森林，尋找古老巫師與失落魔法，也揭開關於勇氣、友情與自我價值的祕密。適合喜歡《馴龍高手》的讀者。For fans of the best-selling series How to Train your Dragon, look no further for your next epic fantasy quest. It is the day of Deciding in the swampy town of Bogsmarsh, and awkward twelve-year-old Youngest Faircrest is deemed a dearth - the most unremarkable and undesirable profession. Distraught by his hopeless destiny and determined to change his fate, Youngest, along with his best friend Agnes and a shape-shifting piglet Satchel, plunge into the dark forest on the hunt for an ancient sorcerer and lost magic. Fierce creatures lurk within the decaying forest, but it's also home to many hidden truths... Could it be that Youngest is more remarkable than he's been made to feel, and capable of more than he ever dreamed?

Dig deep to discover the story of our planet - through its rocks and minerals! Make reading your superpower with DK's beautiful, leveled nonfiction. Use your reading superpowers to learn all about different rocks and minerals - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Rocks and Minerals is a beautifully designed reader all about Earth's geology - the different kinds of rocks and minerals, their properties and uses, and how to protect our natural resources. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about rocks and minerals, from floating pumice to valuable gold and gemstones.