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THE BOOK BEHIND THE BBC SERIES 'HIS DARK MATERIALS' The third volume in Philip Pullman's groundbreaking HIS DARK MATERIALS trilogy, now a thrilling, critically acclaimed BBC/HBO television series starring Ruth Wilson, Dafne Keen and James McAvoy. "We're going to the land of the dead and we're going to come back." Will and Lyra, whose fates are bound together by powers beyond their own worlds, have been violently separated. But they must find each other, for ahead of them lies the greatest war that has ever been - and a journey to a dark place from which no one has ever returned...The first series was the most-watched new British show in five years - and peaked at 7.2 million viewers. It received a 5-star review from Lucy Mangan in The Guardian: "a riveting realisation of Philip Pullman's magic". HIS DARK MATERIALS is one of the most popular and successful children's series of all time.

★緊湊驚悚的情節，搭配生動描寫，引發讀者對氣候變遷緊迫性的深刻思考。★作者Alan Gratz以扣人心弦的筆觸，將環境議題注入青少年小說，適合關注環境保護的年輕讀者。《Two Degrees》為美國暢銷作家Alan Gratz所著的中年級氣候變遷驚悚小說。書中同時講述了三位來自不同地區的孩子，如何在面對氣候變遷帶來的自然災害中奮力求生，並最終彼此相連，共同為地球的未來而戰。故事一開始發生在加州的阿基拉（Akira）與母親駕車穿越山區時，突如其來的野火迅速蔓延，他們必須立即撤離並尋找安全的出路。另一邊在加拿大馬尼托巴的歐文（Owen）與好友喬治（George）在當地從事北極熊生態導覽，但動物越來越頻繁出現，當他們遭遇母熊攔截後展開生死逃亡。第三條故事線聚焦佛羅里達邁阿密的娜塔莉（Natalie），當毀滅性的五級颶風襲擊城市，她被洪水沖出家門，必須與附近居民及一隻小狗一同抵抗風暴的威脅。這三個孩子的故事貫穿火災、冰雪與洪水三大氣候災難，展現氣候變遷日趨嚴峻的現實，同時揭示他們之間意想不到的聯繫。透過生動的情節和緊湊的節奏，作者帶領讀者體驗一場充滿緊張刺激的生存挑戰，並引發對環境議題的深刻反思。本書獲《New York Times》高度讚譽為「好萊塢式驚悚小說」，亦被《Publishers Weekly》評為「帶有強烈節奏感的生態故事」，《Kirkus Reviews》則稱其「帶來扣人心弦且緊迫的警醒訊息」。"Buckle up for Two Degrees, a Hollywood thriller of a book."- The New York TimesFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling Alan Gratz comes this must-read middle grade novel tackling the urgent topic of climate change.Fire. Flood. Ice. Three natural disasters.Three kids who must fight to survive and change things for the better.In California, Akira Kristiansen is driving through the mountai

One small girl - one BIG adventure. When Max is sent to Istanbul to stay with her boring Great Aunt-Elodie, little does she expect to be plunged into a thrilling night-time adventure across Europe. And when the mysterious Heartbreak Diamond goes missing, Max must find her feet in a whirling world of would-be diamond smugglers, thieves and undercover detectives.Will she discover the real diamond thief before they reach their destination? Or does the answer lie closer to home... Perfect for fans of MG Leonard's ADVENTURES ON TRAINS and Robin Stevens' MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE series. A wonderfully plotted mystery for junior sleuths to unravel.Gorgeous writing shining with wit and warmth.

The Majestic Conclusion To The Dreamer Trilogy by #1 New York Times bestselling author Maggie Stiefvater. WHERE IT STARTS IS WHERE IT ENDS IS WHERE IT STARTS This is the story of the Lynch family. Niall and Mor escaped their homeland for a new start, and lost themselves in what they found.Declan has grown up as the responsible son, the responsible brother - only to find there is no way for him to keep his family safe. Ronan has always lived on the edge between dreams and waking ... but now that edge is gone, and he is falling.Matthew has been the happy child, the brightest beam. But rebellion beckons, because it all feels like an illusion now. This world was not made for such a family - a family with the power to make a world and break it.If they cannot save each other or themselves, we are all doomed. The war between dreams and reality intensifies... with Ronan at its center.Perfect for fans of Stiefvater's The Raven Cycle, Shiver and the first two books in the trilogy Call Down The H

Celebrate fifteen years of this funny and fabulous rhyming picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog. The smallest fish can tell the tallest tales ... '"Sorry I'm late, Miss.I set off really early But on the way to school I was captured by a squid. I wriggled and I struggled till a turtle came and rescued me." "Oh, no, he didn't." "OH, YES, HE DID."' Tiddler is a little fish with a BIG imagination! Every day he tells a tall tale. But did he really ride a seahorse? Did he really meet a mermaid? And who will believe him when he really does get captured in a net? Shiny foil highlights on the cover makes this a special gift for toddlers The fabulously funny bestseller which includes exclusive bonus material - a letter from the author and sketches from the illustrator Perfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spot The ideal gift for children starting school From the creators of The

Soar into space with this glorious love story of alien folk, from the creators of The Gruffalo - now available with a gorgeous, shiny foiled cover. The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove.But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories. There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate! The Smeds and The Smoos will be a BBC animated film for Christmas 2022 With fabulous rhymes and breathtaking illustrations, this book is literally out of this world! This shiny foiled cover edition is the perfect gift for children From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Zog and Superworm, which have all been made into animated films shown on BBC1 Julia Donaldson's latest book, The Baddies, is releasing September 2022 Praise for The Smeds and The Smoos: "A book for our time." BBC Radio 4 "Blast off with the most exciting book yet from the creator of The Gruffalo. Get r

Where have the Smeds and Smoos gone? Can you find them? Lift the colourful felt flaps in this fun chunky board book, perfect for small hands, until you find the Smeds and Smoos! This board book will keep your toddler entertained while also helping to increase hand-eye co-ordination, develop speech and aid learning through repetition. Based on the bestselling book The Smeds and the Smoos by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the creators of The Gruffalo - Julia's Zog, and it's sequel Zog and the Flying Doctors, have also been made into animated films which first screened on BBC1 on Christmas Day Superworm will debut on BBC1 December 2021

A seventh Branches early chapter book featuring everyone's favorite pug, Bub, and his human, Bella!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! Bub the pug; his human, Bella; and their friend Jack are excited to go on a road trip. There will be so much to see and do! But when Jack can no longer come, Bella and Bub vow to bring him something special from their trip. Can Bub and Bella find the perfect souvenir for Jack? With full-color artwork throughout, this funny and charming diary-format early chapter book is perfect for anyone who believes a furry pal is the best kind of friend.

It's fun to be a Baby-sitters' Little Sister!Karen loves to spell words. She is very good at it, too. First she wins the spelling bee in her class. Then Karen wins another spelling contest. And another . . . and another! Soon Karen might be the best junior speller in the state of Connecticut. She's even going to be on TV!Karen thinks that is so great. But her friends don't. They think Karen is a show-off!

From the author of perennial #1 bestseller Room on the Broom, a new holiday tale celebrating hope, joy, and the spirit of Christmas.Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it's going to be a fabulous Christmas tree! The tree travels far across the sea to shine in a city square. Crowds gather to admire it, children sing carols around it, and the tree brings joy and the spirit of the season to all who pass by.Inspired by the annual journey of London's Christmas Tree in Trafalgar Square, this story includes back matter detailing the tree's history as a gift to the United Kingdom from the people of Norway in remembrance of the UK's support during World War II - an enduring symbol of friendship and peace.

艾柏和附近其他的寵物們面臨史上最強大的敵人：一隻名叫FLUFFY的邪惡頭腦波士額爾！挑選一本書。成長為一位閱讀高手！艾柏離實現統治世界的目標又近了一步。但首先，他必須打敗一個新的敵人：露西奶奶波波的貴婦狗Fluffy。Fluffy自己也有邪惡的計劃，包括建造一台末日機器，用來控制人類。艾柏是否具有足夠的智慧來智勝這位邪惡天才？這個故事將在一場終極對決中達到高潮——一場搖滾舞蹈大戰！充滿捧腹大笑的幽默，每頁都有引人入勝的插圖，以及不間斷的動作場面，讓讀者迫不及待地翻開下一頁，《Pets Rule!》絕對是每位新興讀者理想的系列！Ember and the other neighborhood pets face their toughest enemy yet: an evil mastermind poodle, named FLUFFY!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!Ember is one step closer to achieving his goal of world domination. But first, he needs to take down a new enemy: Fluffy the poodle, who belongs to Lucy's grandmother Poh Poh. Fluffy has evil plans of his own, including building a doomsday machine that will hypnotize humans. Does Ember have what it takes

Fairies, dragons, wizards, and more await Geronimo on every magical Kingdom of Fantasy adventure!For the first time ever the magic of the Kingdom of Fantasy reaches the streets of New Mouse City!

Kids can practice their reading skills with some of their favorite Pokemon in this Level 2 reader. Includes a pull-out poster!Join Ash and Pikachu on an adventure with their friend Goh and his partner Raboot in this Level 2 reader! Goh realizes that every tray of Pokemon food in Cerise Park is empty, even though he just filled them—and Pokemon are still hungry! A huge Pokemon brawl erupts, and it’s up to Ash and Goh to solve the mystery of the missing food. Can they bring peace back to the park?

Created by Sarah Mlynowski, the bestselling author behind Whatever After and Upside-Down Magic, this magical new series is Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants for a new generation of young readers!When Becca's best friend, Hailey, says she doesn't want to be friends anymore, Becca is devastated. But then Becca receives a mysterious package in the mail with a beautiful bracelet and a note that tells her to make a wish. So Becca puts on the bracelet--why not, right?--and wishes to have friends. Lots of friends. So many friends.And just like that, the magic works. Suddenly, EVERYONE wants to be Becca's BFF, from all the kids at school to the teachers (!) to Becca's own mom (!!). At first, Becca loves her newfound popularity, but things quickly spin out of control. As thousands of text messages pour in and the lunch lady sobs because she thinks Becca snubbed her, Becca starts to wonder: Is this wish a curse?Brimming with humor, heart, and adventure, this brand-new series created by the belov

The Harry Potter Hardcover Boxed Set includes J.K. Rowling’s seven phenomenal Harry Potter books in hardcover, housed in a collectible trunk-like box with sturdy handles, lockable lid, and bonus decorative sticker set.Inspired by the traveling trunk of a Hogwarts student, this stunning boxed set contains all seven of J.K. Rowling’s beloved, bestselling Harry Potter books in handsome hardcover editions featuring original jacket artwork and chapter opening illustrations by Mary GrandPré. The trunk lid clicks closed with a privacy lock; sturdy rope handles are attached on both ends of the box; and a bonus decorative sticker set is tucked inside. An impressive and collectible gift for Harry Potter readers of all ages.

V. E. Schwab, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, invites readers to haunted New Orleans in this third installment of her thrillingly spooky City of Ghosts series!Where there are ghosts, Cassidy Blake follows . . .Unless it's the other way around?Cass thinks she might have this ghost-hunting thing down. After all, she and her ghost best friend, Jacob, have survived two haunted cities while traveling for her parents' TV show.But nothing can prepare Cass for New Orleans, which wears all of its hauntings on its sleeve. In a city of ghost tours and tombs, raucous music and all kinds of magic, Cass could get lost in all the colorful, grisly local legends. And the city's biggest surprise is a foe Cass never expected to face: a servant of Death itself.

From two-time National Book Award finalist Deborah Wiles comes a compelling biography about Robert Kennedy.Americans claimed Robert Kennedy as one of their own. They called him Bobby.Lyrical and evocative text by Deborah Wiles (Countdown, Revolution, Anthem, and Kent State) brings the story of Robert F. Kennedy to life, with breathtaking illustrations by Tatyana Fazlalizadeh.Bobby is set in 1968, with a grandfather telling his grandchild about Kennedy's life. Bobby was the younger brother of President John F. Kennedy. He became an accomplished public servant and activist in his own right. Though his run for presidency was tragically cut short on June 5, 1968, Bobby proved the value of empathy and grit. The story concludes as his funeral train makes its solemn journey from New York to Washington, DC.Kennedy was perceived by many to be a rare unifying force in American politics. He was beloved by Americans of all races for his integrity and devotion to the civil rights cause. His life co

Bat just wants to make friends, but everyone is scared of him! When other animals see Bat's shadow at their window, they're terrified and think he's a monster. How can Bat show them that he just wants to share some cake? This is the perfect snuggle-up bedtime story, with rich, glowing pictures, and a gentle, reassuring story. Children will fall in love with little Bat, who longs to share his baking with some friends A gorgeously illustrated picture book, full of sweet, endearing characters and a story that children will ask for again and again I'm Not Scary would make a great non-scary gift for Hallowe'en! I'm Not Scary is the fabulous debut picture book by hugely talented illustrator, Raahat Kaduji.Raahat loves creating gorgeous, atmospheric scenes and sweet, endearing characters. Her work is inspired by nature, wildlife and the English countryside where she lives. She especially likes to create pictures that are gently comforting - but with a touch of adventure!

Peppa and George love to bake in this glitter-y storybook! Based on the hit TV show on Nick Jr.Peppa and George are making yummy cake for Miss Rabbit's baking competition. It tastes wonderful . . . but will they win?Find out in this adorable (and sweet!) storybook with a glitter cover. This book also includes a special recipe to make Peppa Pig-themed cake!

Join Gabby and the Gabby Cats for a Halloween adventure in this 24-page storybook! Based on teh adorable preschool show Gabby's Dollhouse, streaming on Netflix.It's Cat-O-Ween in the Dollhouse, and Gabby is ready to trick-or-treat with Pandy. What kinds of cat-tastic treats will they collect in the Dollhouse? And will there be a few tricks along the way? This storybook comes with a sheet of stickers and punch-out kitty mask! DreamWorks Gabby's Dollhouse (c) 2022 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

It's fun to be a Baby-sitters Little Sister! When Karen adopts a grandmother from Stoneybrook Manor, she has more grandmas than anyone she knows -- five! Karen thinks that is very special.But Karen's new grandmother is so different! Grandma B makes Karen listen to old music. And she teaches Karen funny dances, like the foxtrot.Are five grandmothers too many for Karen?

"I wish I'd had these books as a kid. Hilarious!" - Dav Pilkey, creator of Captain Underpants and Dog Man. The second laugh-out-loud Bad Guys episode by award-winning creator Aaron Blabey, now in full colour.They sound like the Bad Guys, they look like the Bad Guys ... and they even smell like the Bad Guys. But Mr Wolf, Mr Piranha, Mr Snake and Mr Shark are about to change all of that - whether you want them to or not! The Bad Guys next mission? Rescue 10,000 chickens from a high-tech cage farm.But they are up against sizzling lasers, one feisty tarantula, and their very own Mr. Snake...who's also known as "The Chicken Swallower." What could possibly go wrong? The perfect illustrated novel for reluctant readers Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Captain Underpants Now an animated film from Dreamworks Praise for The Bad Guys series: "This book instantly joins the classic ranks of Captain Underpants and The Stinky Cheese Man. We challenge anyone to read this and keep a straight face." - Kir

A fabulously funny picture book, illustrated by Axel Scheffler, the superstar illustrator of The Gruffalo and Zog. Each night, a farmer's chickens get gobbled up by a cunning fox. When the farmer has finally had enough, he decides the culprit must be found - and tasks his loyal dog with catching the chicken thief.Poor Dog searches and waits to no avail. And when Dog asks for help, things just get worse! Pig falls asleep, Sheep is too scared...who will help Dog catch the thief, and how? Tuck into this hilarious tale, illustrated by the one and only Axel Scheffler, written by Chantal de Marolles. A joyful clash of wits to be enjoyed again and again.Every spread features gorgeous original artwork by Axel Scheffler with lots of enjoyable details for families to spot together Axel Scheffler is the illustrator of a whole host of beloved classic children's books such as Stick Man and Room on the Broom Featuring a lively translation of Chantal de Marolles' original text by Alison Green, author

Soar into space with this glorious love story of alien folk, from the creators of The Gruffalo and Stick Man - read by Oscar-nominated actor Imelda Staunton! The Smeds (who are red) never mix with the Smoos (who are blue). So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love, their families strongly disapprove. But peace is restored and love conquers all in this happiest of love stories.There's even a gorgeous purple baby to celebrate! The complete book now with a CD featuring the story, a listening game and song, all performed by award-winning actor Imelda Staunton From the creators of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and ZOG, which have all been made into animated films shown on BBC1 Zog and the Flying Doctors animation will be shown on BBC1 December 2020. Praise for The Smeds and the Smoos: 'A book for our time.' BBC Radio 4 'Blast off with the most exciting book yet from the creator of The Gruffalo. Get ready for a wild and wonderful journey through space in a book that is perfect for reading togethe

From bestselling author and stand-up comedian Anh Do comes two laugh-out-loud stories in the hit series, WeirDo. Weir's back and Extra Weird! Dad's working on his cool dance moves for the local talent quest, while Weir's trying out for the school soccer team! Will Weir score a spot, or fall flat? Then, things get Super Weird... Dad's training to become a firefighter, while Weir's busy with Pet Day! Will FiDo and Blockhead freeze up or find fame? It won't be easy ...but it will be FUNNY! This bind-up includes Book 3: Extra Weird! and Book 4: Super Weird! For fans of Tom Gates, Dog Man and Captain Underpants With illustrated pages throughout, this is perfect for reluctant readers Fantastically fun and hilarious!

Sometimes it helps when we talk.Sometimes there's nothing to say.I just need a little alone time to make the mad go away.Discover a universally relatable story about one little cat who just wants to be MAD... at least for a little while! With gentle text and bold, vibrant illustrations, Barney Saltzberg encourages readers to "feel what they feel" and express their emotions, helping young ones develop key tools for social-emotional literacy. A must-have for any toddler caregiver. This book empowers children on the topic of anger, letting them know that it's okay to feel mad sometimes. Because after you let yourself feel mad... then you can start to feel GLAD!

Peppa has a clubhouse and you're invited! This fun and interactive book comes with 20 felt pieces that kids can place on the pages as they read along with Peppa. Based on the hit TV show on Nick Jr.Welcome to Peppa's Clubhouse, where imagination, creativity, and fun run amok! This book comes with textured, soft felt pieces that can be used to play throughout the storybook. Join Peppa and her friends as they have adventures in her clubhouse. This book is based on all-NEW episode airing on Nick Jr. in spring 2022!

The third chapter book in this fun, highly illustrated series about four dog best friends who learn that being yourself is much more fun than being Best in Show. From the bestselling author of Dragon Masters and the illustrator of Diary of a Pug!Welcome to Barksdale, where all the dogs strive for perfection. Every shopkeeper claims to be the "best groomer" or sell the "best biscuits." And at Barksdale Academy, the pressure is on for one pup to be named Best in Show.This third book focuses on easily distracted pup Harley. The Underdogs are taking a break between K-9 exams to have some fun! But will Harley's love of chasing squirrels cause unexpected problems for the Underdogs?With black-and-white illustrations on every page and hilarious antics throughout, this series is perfect for readers who are just starting to read chapter books on their own, or for anyone who loves a good underdog story!

All the adventure and humor of the Pok幦on animated TV series springs to life in this full-color comics collection!Kids who love Pok幦on won't want to miss this cool comic compilation! This book includes two full-color graphic stories jam-packed with action and Pok幦on battles. Join Ash, Pikachu, Goh, and their friends and Pok幦on pals on two of their latest adventures!With tons of art on every page from the animated show streaming on Netflix, this graphic adventure is the perfect format for Pok幦on fans.

All the adventure and humor of the animated TV series spring to life in this thick 128-page, full-color graphic novel.Kids who love Pok幦on won't want to miss this cool comic compilation! This 128-page, full-color graphic novel includes two stories jam-packed with action and Pok幦on battles. Join Ash, Pikachu, and their friends and Pok幦on pals on their latest adventure in the Galar region!With tons of art on every page from the animated show airing on Disney XD, this graphic collection is the perfect format for Pok幦on fans.

Unleash your creativity and escape to the world of Legendary and Mythical Pok幦on!Color your way through the Pok幦on world! This deluxe coloring book is filled with nearly 100 pages of intricate patterns and pictures of the amazing and mysterious Legendary and Mythical Pok幦on. Perfect for any Pok幦on fan.

Join Clifford and his best friend, Emily Elizabeth, in this box set of six classic stories!Young readers can now carry their favorite Clifford the Big Red Dog storybooks with them wherever they go in one convenient box set with a handle!The story box includes six bestselling 8x8 paperback books, including Clifford’s Manners, Clifford’s Good Deeds, Clifford and the Grouchy Neighbors, Clifford and the Big Storm, Clifford Grows Up, and Clifford’s Pals.This box is a great value -- $30 worth of books for only $12.99!

Favorite preschool character Hazel the cat learns to overcome her fear of spooky things in this Halloween storybook. Join Suki the hedgehog, Axel the raccoon, Tibor the hippo, and Hazel the cat as they enjoy an exciting and spooky Halloween adventure. This storybook, based on the adorable preschool show now airing on Hulu, teaches youngsters that spooky things can be fun! Includes a sheet of stickers and punch-out cards for extra fun!

《怪獸與鄧不利多的秘密》官方電影原著劇本，帶你走進奇幻魔法世界，深入探索電影場景，感受鄧不利多的情感掙扎與精采絕倫的魔法對決。更加碼收錄導演及演員的幕後故事。The official complete screenplay of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore by J.K. Rowling & Steve Kloves, accompanied by illuminating behind-the-scenes content and commentary.Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches, and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald’s growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines?The official screenplay of Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore is the ultimate companion to the film, and invites readers to explore every scene of the complete script penned by J.K. Rowling & Steve Kloves. Special features include behind-the-scenes conten

When Jesse's grandad wins tickets to a retirement cruise and offers to bring Jesse along, Jesse is not exactly thrilled. But from the moment the pair arrive on the cruise ship, it's a different story. Mysterious cat burglars, crime lords and smugglers all seem to be on board ... and odder than that, Gramps knows them all! 'A hilarious adventure with heart for fans of The Worst Holiday Ever and Gangsta Granny featuring a gorgeous intergenerational relationship between a boy and his granddad ... Brought to life with fabulous illustrations throughout - this package will delight readers' LoveReading4KidsOne boy's mission to take down a team of super-villains ... with the help of his boring, dishcloth-selling grandad?When Jesse's grandad wins tickets to a retirement cruise and offers to bring Jesse along, Jesse is not exactly thrilled. A boat load of old age pensioners?! No thanks. Not to mention that he's pretty sure his parents are going to be talking about a D.I.V.O.R.C.E. while he'

Save the day with a heroic pup in this Scholastic Level 1 Reader from the creators of the beloved Bob Books(R) learn-to-read phonics box sets. Perfect for reading alongside the Stage 3 Bob Books box sets, or for any child reading at Guided Reading Level G.Buddy the dog wants a snack at the fair, but his humans--Jack and Anna--say no. But then Buddy notices some trouble at the hot dog stand! Can Buddy save the day and earn his treat?Bob Books Stories include: Words that children can sound out (decode); both short and long vowelsSight wordsSimple sentence structuresSimple, colorful, friendly illustrations that support children's reading and add fun!Longer stories than the books in the Bob Books box sets, which helps children build reading enduranceBob Books has been helping children learn to read through simple phonics and playful text and illustrations for more than forty years. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!(R)

「可愛的寵物、爆笑以及統治世界的陰謀，通通集結在《Pets Rule!》橋樑書系列中！如果孩子也喜愛《神偷奶爸》那絕對是你們的絕佳選擇！」認識一下艾柏，一隻被救援的吉娃娃，最近被欽家收養。艾柏不是一隻普通的狗：他認為自己是邪惡的霸主，命中注定要統治世界。他拉攏家裡其他的寵物，如臭味史蒂夫倉鼠和尼歐金絲雀，一起來佔領街區。他們的第一個任務是擊敗鄰居旁邊那隻壞心眼的松鼠瑪沙。但讓他震驚的是，艾柏發現自己竟然對家人特別是露西產生了感情。艾柏還能控制住街區……甚至是整個世界嗎？充滿捧腹大笑的幽默，每頁都有引人入勝的插圖，以及不間斷的動作場面，讓讀者迫不及待地翻開下一頁，《Pets Rule!》絕對是每位新興讀者理想的系列！Pets, hilarity, and plots for world domination come together in Pets Rule!, an early chapter book series perfect for fans of The Secret Life of Pets!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!Meet Ember, a rescue Chihuahua who has just been adopted by the Chin family. Ember is no ordinary dog: he thinks he is an evil overlord, destined to rule the world. He enlists the help of the other pets in the house, lik

From the bestselling creators of Duck! Rabbit!, an exciting tale of self-discovery!A perfect gift for graduation!He stood out here.He stood out there.He tried everything to be more like them.It's not easy being seen. Especially when you're NOT like everyone else. Especially when what sets you apart is YOU.Sometimes we squish ourselves to fit in. We shrink. Twist. Bend. Until -- ! -- a friend shows the way to endless possibilities.In this bold and highly visual book, an emphatic but misplaced exclamation point learns that being different can be very exciting! Period.

Mac B. and his arch-nemesis are facing off at the Video Game World Championships! But first, Mac B. needs to crack an unbreakable secret code. can he solve it in time to defeat his enemy? Find out in this kid spy adventure from New York Times bestselling author, Mac Barnett!Mac B. and his arch-nemesis are facing off at the Video Game World Championships! But first, Mac B. needs to crack an unbreakable secret code... can he solve it in time to defeat his enemy? Find out in this kid spy adventure from New York Times bestselling author, Mac Barnett!The Queen of England calls on Mac B. once again! This time, Mac must crack a secret code that has been recovered from a double agent. A series of clues leads Mac to France, and then to Japan, where he comes face-to-face with his arch-nemesis, the KGB man ... and the world headquarters of Nintendo!Is the KGB Man secretly behind all of this? And are Mac's video game skills good enough to facedown his enemy at the Video Game World Championships?*h

The extraordinary -- and extraordinarily powerful -- follow-up to Hey, Kiddo.When Jarrett J. Krosoczka was in high school, he was part of a program that sent students to be counselors at a camp for seriously ill kids and their families. Going into it, Jarrett was worried: Wouldn't it be depressing, to be around kids facing such a serious struggle? Wouldn't it be grim?But instead of the shadow of death, Jarrett found something else at Camp Sunshine: the hope and determination that gets people through the most troubled of times. Not only was he subject to some of the usual rituals that come with being a camp counselor (wilderness challenges, spooky campfire stories, an extremely stinky mascot costume), but he also got a chance to meet some extraordinary kids facing extraordinary circumstances. He learned about the captivity of illness, for sure… but he also learned about the freedom a safe space can bring.Now, in his follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Hey, Kiddo, Jarrett bring