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本書以音樂互動的方式，重新演繹《Hansel and Gretel》這個經典童話。故事中，兄妹倆被派進森林採草莓，卻誤闖女巫出沒的神祕世界，一段緊張又奇幻的冒險就此展開。閱讀時，孩子只要按下每一頁的音樂按鈕，就能聽見取自作曲家 Engelbert Humperdinck 樂曲的管弦樂片段，讓故事情節與音樂情緒自然連結。本書不只說故事，也引導孩子認識古典音樂。書後收錄作曲家簡介，並逐段介紹樂曲中使用的樂器與節奏，搭配名詞小辭典，幫助孩子理解音樂的魅力。精緻插畫與按鍵互動設計，讓親子共讀成為一場結合想像、聆聽與學習的美好體驗。Discover the enchanting magic of Hansel and Gretel in this musical reimagining of Humperdinck's most famous suites - push the button in each scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Humperdinck's score. On the edge of the woods live Hansel and Gretel with their parents. One day their mother is furious at them for not completing their household chores and sends the siblings into the woods to pick some strawberries. But these are no ordinary woods. They are home to an evil witch who delights in baking children into gingerbread men and eating them! Discover what happens to Hansel and Gretel in this magical retelling of the famous Grimms' fairy tale. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes o

The Floofs are back and this time, they are taking on adventures of the wild kind. Join the fantastical and loveable Floofs as they set off on outdoor adventures filled with fun and friendship. The Floofs Brave the Wild is the second book in this exciting full-color graphic novel series for young readers.The Floofs love being in the great outdoors, whether it's hiking in the forest, skiing down mountains, or going in search of super-secret places. In this second book in the series, the Floofs have some challenges to overcome. From outrunning an avalanche, helping a very special giant, or finding the courage to talk about your feelings. But no challenge is ever tackled alone and the floofs always have a friend to help them be brave.With three short stories, readers can dip in and out of the Floofs' world without needing to commit to a longer read. Whether for a newly independent reader or a little one needing encouragement, The Floofs Brave the Wild will transport them to a wonderfully

Fox & the Mystery Letter is a witty, puzzle-filled adventure, following Fox on a journey to repair an old friendship.Fox has a mystery to solve—and a friendship to fix!In the dense forest, in a lonely cottage, there lives Fox. Fox is perfectly happy all by himself—until one day, a letter arrives: "Dear Fox: I know how much you enjoy puzzles. I bet you can’t resist this one . . . Head to the forest path to begin your journey. From an old friend."Fox doesn't need any mysterious puzzles, adventures, or memories of his old . . . But he stops himself from finishing the thought. Still, it can't hurt to look at the first clue. Of course, one clue leads to the next: Fox follows arrows in the mud, notes taped to trees, swirling smoke signals, a map from a bottle, and gifts from fellow animals—on the trail of a friendship that once was.Author-illustrator Alex G. Griffiths creates an irresistible mystery for readers to solve in this witty, whimsical picture book—with important themes of frien

Meet The Floofs. A Floof is a Floof. Not a rabbit, not a rat, not even a mouse. Join them as they go on three adventures full of fun, new friends, and just a little bit of magic.Brought to life in vivid graphic novel form, The Floofs are there to help each other solve problems of the cosmic kind. From figuring out why the stars in the night sky are disappearing and helping someone who finds themselves far from home, to joining a friend on their quest to find a quiet place to read their book.Whether the adventure is out of this world or a little bit closer to home, they are always fun when you have your friends to help you along the way.With three short stories inside, children will enjoy dipping in and out of this world without having to commit to a longer read. As a bonus, there are three shorter one-page comic strips between each story that contain little life lessons or ‘floofisms’.Perfect for your newly independent or reluctant reader, they will love escaping into this immersive wo

Winner of the Klaus Flugge Prize for Illustration 2023 Fromtheaward-winningcreatorofFloodedandLostcomesathird, colorfulpicturebookaboutthespellbinding magicofdiscoveringaconnectionwithbooksfortheveryfirsttime. School's out, and a young girl is given the unreasonable task of reading a whole book over the summer vacation. A whole book? That's impossible! Books are so boring! Luckily her sister takes her to the library and recommends just the thing. Slowly, the girl is drawn into a world of adventure inside her own imagination, for the very first time. Even the greyscale world starts to fill with color as she is carriedawayinthestory. A little fennec fox leads her to meet fairytale witches and creatures as they find ingredients to cast a special spell at the end of her book. The girl is dismayed to learn that the spell seemingly hasn't changed a thing. However, the little fox points out that she is completely transformed: discovering the powerofherimagination has transformed her forever.

Shortlisted for Illustrator of the Year - British Book Awards 2025From the internationally best-selling author and illustrator, Mariajo Ilustrajo, comes an interactive page-turner of a picture book. Providing a playful, surprising twist on the classic "unexpected guest" premise, the narrative here is flipped, making humans the unexpected guests in a tale told by mice! The mice living happily under the floorboards of a house find their peace is disturbed by some unexpected guests . . . humans! The mice are curious about their guests and set out to investigate. They find weird and wonderful human objects and lots of food, so they decide their guests might not be so bad after all - until our intrepid mouse narrator finds himself caught in a jar! His friends try to save him but get caught too, and they fear the worst, but they're set free from the jar . . . and into a cardboard Mouse Land. The humans aren't so bad after all! But, for the final twist, the mice discover there is one last gue

繼得獎作品《Bear》之後，創作者 Natalia Shaloshvili 再次以溫暖筆觸帶來本書。這一次，主角Bear為了一塊餅乾，展開一連串「如果……怎麼辦」的擔憂。原本開心吃著餅乾的Bear，忽然想到：要是這是最後一塊呢？沒想到真的如此。他急著出門買餅乾，卻一路擔心錯過公車、迷路、排不到隊，而這些「最糟情況」竟一一發生。當最後一塊餅乾被Duck買走時，Bear幾乎認定世界就要崩塌。然而，Duck溫柔地分享餅乾，也分享另一種看法：即使擔心成真，也未必是壞結局。本書以幽默鋪陳焦慮心情，在笑聲中安放不安，是談論情緒與友誼的理想讀本。This companion title to Natalia Shaloshvili's award-winning book Bear is a funny and comforting take on how to cope with constant worrying. With a little help from his friend Duck, Bear finds that even when his biggest (cookie-related!) worries do come true, it's not the end of the world. Bear is very happy eating his cookie. But then, he has his first worry: what if this is the LAST cookie he has at home? When this turns out to be true, he sets off for the shops - and his worries mount and mount. He worries he'll miss the bus . . . and misses it. He worries he'll get lost . . .and gets lost. By the time he finds the cookie queue, he's at the very back; and his worst worry comes true. The very last cookie goes . . . to Du

Are you ready?Are you steady?FETCH! A girl on a beach throws a ball for one eager little dog. Suddenly one dog becomes two--three--TEN leaping, bounding doggies, hot on its trail! The chase is on: who will be the lucky pup to fetch the bright red prize?The race leads them down the beach, through the city, into the museum; high up over the city balanced on an iron girder; through the park down the river, until: what's that rumbling sound? Oh dear! But not even a thundering waterfall will stop these determined dogs from chasing down that ball...An utter joy from beginning to end, this book combines the charm--and an adorable canine crew--of Hairy Maclary with the infectious rhythm and energy of We're Going on a Bear Hunt.

本書以音樂互動的方式，將莎士比亞經典喜劇《仲夏夜之夢》與孟德爾頌著名的音樂套曲結合。故事從雅典公爵與王后的婚禮開始，卻因精靈惡作劇、熱情的年輕戀人與活潑演員的加入，讓仲夏夜的森林充滿奇幻與笑料。每翻到一頁，按下按鈕即可聆聽與情節呼應的音樂片段，讓孩子在閱讀中感受音樂的氛圍。書末附有作曲家孟德爾頌簡介、樂曲賞析與音樂術語解釋，兼具藝術啟蒙與閱讀樂趣。Discover the spellbinding magic of A Midsummer Night's Dream in this musical reimagining of one of Mendelssohn's most famous suites. This story takes us to Athens where the Duke and Queen are to be married. However, not everyone is as happy and on one midsummer's night, mischievous fairies, lively actors and young lovers get caught up in a series of pranks and events in the nearby woods. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes of Shakespeare's most beloved and comedic play, press the buttons on each page to activate the sounds! This encourages interactive learning and introduces children to this beautiful piece of music. At the back of the book, find a short biography of the composer, Felix Mendelssohn, with details about his composition of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Next to this, you can rep

The Best Bad Day Ever, from the award-winning author-illustrator Marianna Coppo, is a hilarious and heartwarming story about grumpiness and the power of friendship. A hilarious exploration of grumpiness: this is a book for any child who has ever woken up to find everything unreasonably annoying.Today is a terrible day for Wolfie: it's cloudy (there is a single cloud), the water in the bubble bath is ice cold, there aren't enough chocolate chips in the cookies and everyone else is having a nice day (lucky them). No one understands Wolfie at school. But then Penguin comes along... and she does understand. Suddenly things start to get a whole lot better. This is a story about how when you're feeling misunderstood, sometimes all it takes to change your perspective completely, is a like-minded friend.A wonderful, and relatable story about the loneliness that comes with feeling grumpy and how a friend can give a rain cloud day, a sunny new spin. Funny for both children and adults alike

Discover talented singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran's life story, from writing his first song aged just 11 to becoming a global super star! Ed Sheeran's love of music began in childhood in Suffolk, where he sang in a church choir and taught himself guitar while still at primary school. Little Ed was bullied at school, but his music gave him confidence and a sense of belonging. This biography shows how his determination and passion led him to write his first song at 11, and later move to London to busk, play small gigs, and ultimately chase his dream. Young readers will follow Ed's journey as he worked tirelessly until his big break with the release of his album + (Plus) in 2011. They'll see how his career soared with record-breaking hits, making him one of the most successful and streamed artists in the world. Along the way, the book also highlights Ed's kindness and generosity, from supporting education and music charities through his foundation to inspiring fans everywhere with his humili

A stunningly imaginative picture book about embracing change and discovering the magic it brings, from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Beatrice Blue.Lucien has always found change a little frightening whether it's trying unfamiliar foods, moving to a new home or making new friends. But one stormy night, when a gust of wind blows open his window and extinguishes his fire, he notices a single ember still glowing. To his amazement, the ember transforms into a glowing boy who leads Lucien on an enchanting journey through four seasons in a single day.Along the way, Lucien encounters new animal friends and experiences the beauty of the ever-changing seasons. Through his adventure, he learns that change isn't something to fear--it's a wonderful, natural part of life, filled with exciting opportunities and endless possibilities.

Follow the incredible story of Rihanna, from a young girl in Barbados to an international superstar and successful businesswoman. Robyn Rihanna Fenty grew up on the Caribbean island of Barbados. Despite a tough childhood that meant she often had to look after her younger brothers, little Rihanna always found time to sing and loved putting on shows for her family. After a life-changing audition, a teenage Rihanna found herself in New York. Her dreams were coming true! Bursting on to the scene with hits like "Umbrella" and "Diamonds," she quickly became one of the most popular artists of all time. With 14 number-one singles to her name, Rihanna is the bestselling female recording artist of the twenty-first century.Alongside her music, Rihanna became a fashion and beauty icon, but she struggled to find make-up that suited her skin tone. She was inspire to launch a game-changing inclusive beauty and fashion brand, Fenty, designed to celebrate people of all different colours, shapes and siz

Then, one day, a baby arrived.And I became the eldest, the big one, the biggest little.Told through the eyes of an eldest child, this comforting picture book sensitively explores the joys and challenges of being the biggest.When a baby is born, our narrator eagerly embraces her new role as the family's big kid. She helps, teaches, and takes the lead as she discovers the world with her little sibling.But as the first to start school and with so much still to learn, being the biggest starts to feel tricky. Fortunately, Mum is on hand to help.Through playful scenes and moving moments, this story reassures eldest children that they're not alone.

Learn about the inspiring story of Oprah Winfrey! The trailblazing entertainer and businessperson who became a global icon.Growing up between Mississippi, Wisconsin, and Tennessee, little Oprah loved reading and performing poems and Bible verses at church. Sadly, life at home was very tricky. She lived in poverty and was not always treated with kindness. But Oprah didn't let this hold her back. She worked hard to achieve a scholarship to university, and by age nineteen she was a news anchor on television! From there, she went on to host her own TV show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and became a household name. Her empathy and openness changed television forever. She became one of the most powerful voices in media, working as an actor and producer as well as an interviewer and host, and proved herself to be an amazing businessperson. Oprah didn't stop there: she used her success to become a philanthropist and advocate for education and social justice. From the bestselling series Little Peopl

A charmingly illustrated volume about the magic of Christmas and the inner workings of the North Pole. Featuring a beautiful gold-foil-embossed cover and ribbon marker, this is a book for families to treasure in the run up to the festive season.Christmas has been shrouded in secrecy for years . . . but what really goes on at the North Pole in the run up to the big day?Every year without fail, Santa Claus packs up his sleigh and soars across the night sky pulled by his reindeer to deliver presents to children all over the world.But spreading Christmas magic is no small task and lots must happen to make sure everything is ready for the most special time of the year.Join Santa's Head Elf, Ivy Everjingle, as she reveals secrets from the North Pole. From how Santa's suit is designed and the magic of reindeer flight, to the many different jobs of the Christmas elves and the magic of believing.This is the ultimate festive compendium to capture the magic of Christmas. Perfect for families to e

Mythology Land opens the gates to the magical lands of all the characters and creatures of myth. These expertly retold stories are perfect for bedtime, and each tale is followed by an exquisitely illustrated map of its world. You can drop into Midgard and explore the land of the giants with Thor, run from Baba Yaga in the Deep Dark Forest, and follow the Yangtze river to see which animal will win the great race. What wonderful things will you find along the way?Beautiful, stylish, and vibrant illustrations adorn each page, as the text transports readers to faraway lands of mystery, fantasy, and magic--and the level of detail in the maps of these lands means this title will be lovingly pored over time and time again.The stories include: Rama & Sita (Hindu) The Great Race (Chinese) The Trojan Horse (Greek) Quetzalcoatl Brings Food to the World (Aztec)The Great Maui (Polynesian) Thor and the Land of the Giants (Norse) The Rainbow Serpent (Aboriginal Australian) Baby Yaga (Slavic) Anan

To coincide with the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth in 2025, this addition to FL's 'Worlds of' series, picking up on the themes and legacy behind one of the worlds most popular writers.Despite the tranquil, even cosy, image of Austen and her work that still lingers in the popular imagination, her life in fact coincided with a period of intense, immense change, what is still sometimes called the Age of Revolutions. The American Revolutionary War began the year of her birth. By her eighth birthday, Britain had been forced to formally recognise the existence of the United States. The French Revolution broke out in 1789, when she was thirteen, and came close to home: her cousin Eliza's French husband died under the guillotine. When she was 22, there was an uprising in Ireland. All through Austen's teenage years and her early adulthood, the old certainties were being subjected to challenge, new ideas were springing up - about democracy and freedom, about slavery, about poetry, abo

A story about sharing and how important it is to say what you mean. Bear is all set for a perfect day. The sky is blue, there's not a cloud in the sky, and he has all of his most favourite things in the world by his side--a cookie to nibble on, a book to get lost in, a bright balloon to keep him happy, and the perfect bench to take a rest on. But no sooner has Bear made himself comfortable, than along comes Fox who wants to share the bench too. Bear agrees, begrudgingly. But no sooner has he overcome the idea of sharing his bench when Wolf pops up to ask for a bit of cookie . . . and then Rabbit jumps up to read his book . . . and then Elephant lumbers along to play with his balloon. And before Bear knows it, it's all become too much for him! AAAAAARGH! yells Bear. From author-illustrator Natalia Shaloshvili, this is a whimsical and laugh-out-loud funny picture book about how hard it can be to say what you really mean--and why it's best to avoid bottling up emotions, so they don't come

In this follow up toCat Family ChristmasandCat Family at the Museum, find out what the Cat Family get up to in each season of the year. On every page is a detailed scene with lots of things to discover under the flaps that are waiting to be opened by inquisitive little hands.In spring, follow the cats as they help Grandma and Grandpa Cat in the garden, celebrate new beginnings, and visit the village fete. In summer, join the kittens as they build sandcastles on the beach, go camping in the wood, and take a train ride to visit their grandparents. In fall, come along on a nature walk, carve pumpkins for Halloween, and harvest fruit and vegetables. In winter, enjoy a snowy day building snowcats, celebrate Christmas, and ring in the New Year.This whimsical book celebrates the changing seasons and the simple pleasures that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Lift-the-flap on each page to discover hidden details in each season, from eggs waiting to hatch in the bird's nest to a mouse poking

"A standout among books to share on Christmas Eve."--Kirkus Reviews "The Christmas Choir series launches with this reverent and accessible adaptation of a favorite carol."--Publishers Weekly Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book, based on the world's best-loved carol. Rediscover the Nativity Story in all its glory--from quaking shepherds to heaven-sent angels--as the song lyrics are brought to life on every spread. The world's diversity is reflected in a cast of characters with a range of skin tones. A gorgeous book for all the family to share during the festive season. Part of "The Christmas Choir", a series of festive, lovingly illustrated lyric books. See also The Twelve Days of Christmas​​.

Shortlisted for Illustrator of the Year - British Book Awards 2025Winner of the Klaus Flugge Prize for Illustration 2023 A new book from award-winning illustrator Mariajo Ilustrajo, Lost is the story of a polar bear who finds himself lost, in a big concrete city. He politely asks the city folk for help but everyone is much too busy and impatient to help the newcomer. He finds himself traveling on the subway only to be noticed, finally by a little girl. The girl takes the homesick bear by the paw and under her innocent wing. Under the nose of her seemingly unaware mum, she feeds him dinner, gives him a bath and they read stories together. When the polar bear wistfully looks at a poster of the North Pole on her bedroom wall, the little girl realizes that her friend needs help to get home. This is a story about the power friendship has to help you feel found, and even to transport you home.

Sing along to the popular rhyme, set to 'Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush', to discover what the residents of Dogtown get up to during their day in this delightful book of first experiences. This is the way we brush our teeth, brush our teeth, brush our teeth, This is the way we brush our teeth, early in the morning. See the dogs brushing their teeth, getting dressed, going to school, eating lunch, going swimming, and much more before the day is done and it's time for bed. This book's charming artwork, by talented illustrator Jade Huang, is rich with detail as it creates a whole town of dogs going about their days. Ending as night falls over dogtown and the dogs are bathed and in bed, this book's lilting rhymes make it perfect for a pre-bedtime read.

There is a cat. A cat that couldn't be bothered to do anything ... anything at all. His friends ask him if he wants to play but he doesn't feel like it. They invite him on adventures to far-off places, but he would rather stay at home. Until one day, a friend asks how he is doing and the true reason why he'd rather do nothing is revealed. He is feeling sad. This is a story about feelings, friendship, and the importance of speaking to someone when you don't feel right. Both children and adults will love the quirky and hilarious cat's refusal to take part in anything and the sweet and important message behind this story.

Floodedis a beautifully illustrated book which tells the story of animals living in a city which is slowly flooding, carrying important messages about climate change, the importance of community and dealing with problems before they get too big.Winner of the Klaus Flugge Prize for Illustration 2023Floodedis the funny and beautifully illustrated tale of animals who live in a city that is ever so slowly flooding.The flood comes gradually at first.All the animalsignore the obviousand go about their busy lives, disjointed from one another andpreoccupied by their own problems.Eventually, the flood water reaches a height that they can no longer ignore andthey have to work together to save their city.All the animals join together in a line and pull out the plug that is drowning the city.This is anexceptionally illustratedstory that teaches a message not to let problems fester andwith a little team work and community spirit, no problem is insurmountable.

※真實故事改編※當爸爸帶著小男孩要去游泳池時，小男孩突然大喊著「我要便便！」，可是一進到廁所之後又改口說「我現在不想了...」這狀況是不是很熟悉？直到姊姊大喊「弟弟大在褲子上了」才發現大事不妙....以幽默又搞笑的內容，告訴孩子「想做甚麼事，就趕快去做」也就是說，想上廁所就趕快去上吧！千萬不要因為貪玩而造成一發不可收拾的災難唷！ A laugh-out-loud story with heart, based on true events about one boy's trip to the loo and learning that everyone has accidents sometimes. A father is just trying to take his kids for a refreshing swim in the pool, but every time they jump in... "DAD! I NEED TO POO!" By the time they get to the loo: "I don't need to go anymore!" Sound familiar? Back and forth, back and forth they go. "Just poop already!" yells the big sister. Until finally, the little brother... does. Oops! Based on true events in the real life of one unfortunate little brother... A laugh-out-loud story with heart, because when you gotta go, you gotta go!

Discover the fascinating stories of the world's most beautiful cemeteries, featuring spectacular photography, unique histories and famous residents. Cities of the Dead takes us on a tour of memorial sites, ranging from monastic settlements to grand cathedrals, Shinto shrines to Gothic chapels, tombs and crypts. Enjoy tales of myths and monsters, grave-robbers, pilgrimages, spiritual retreats, remembrance and community. Marvel in cemeteries with a hundred thousand to a handful of graves which feature famous headstones, weeping angels, ocean views, woodlands, thousands of glowing lanterns and a tomb of poets. From London's famous Highgate Cemetery, which houses famous names from Karl Marx to Malcolm McLaren, George Eliot to Christina Rosetti, to Hawaii's breathtaking Valley of the Temples, this book spans the globe to bring you the most fascinating, intriguing and evocative cemeteries across cultures and continents. Together with evocative images, the stories behind these notable buri

A fun, heartfelt new picture book about the power of making friends. Gerald lives alone. He has everything he needs. He spends most of his days in his yard, watering the plants, picking the fruits and vegetables, and making preserves for the winter. In the evenings he has dinner at 5, reads 20 pages of his book, has a chamomile tea, and goes to bed at 7. Every day is the same, and that suits Gerald just fine. Until one day, when an amazing travelling market comes to town Gerald has so much fun playing with the two mice that run it that he forgets all about his routine. Can Gerald learn that having everything you need is no fun unless you have someone to share it with?

What kind of swing is it, Ladybug?Is it a friendship swing? A family swing? Does it come with a big hug? Or a sweet-smelling flower?Follow Ladybug as she tries out different swings and meets lots of friends along the way. There is a friendship swing. A rainbow swing. A swing that goes deep underwater and another that soars through the sky.There's a sleepy one that invites you to dream deeply and a swing that proves to be a little risky!Which one will Ladybug like best?An energetic and playful story in a distinctive format where the story is read vertically and with a gatefold at the end that reveals an extra special swing!From a rising star in the picture book space, Abi Bi--winner of the Macmillan Prize for Illustration in 2024.