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《An Atlas of Afterlives》是一部結合神話與歷史的精美圖文書，帶領讀者探訪世界各地文化對死後世界的想像。從埃及的冥河到北歐的英靈殿，從新奧爾良的巫毒之門到日本的隱世幽界，每一章節如同一頁頁地圖，展現人類如何以故事回應死亡的未知與敬畏。適合對世界神話、文化與想像有興趣的中高年級讀者，富知識性與啟發性。An Atlas of Afterlives is a haunting and darkly intriguing take on world myth, giving readers a glimpse at what lies beyond.What happens after we die? This difficult question has fascinated people for thousands of years.An Atlas of Afterlives sets out to explore and explain the many underworlds, otherworlds, heavens and hells believed in by cultures from across the world, throughout history. From paradise gardens to fiery kingdoms, from shadowy isles of the dead to ghostly galleons on an eternal voyage, these visions of eternity are fascinating examples of human creativity and storytelling.Organised by continent, this book will take you on an eerie journey to discover legendary places from different mythologies. Each lavishly illustrated spread invites you into a different realm of the dead, with deities, demons and other detail

*2024 Everymom Best Book for Early Reading**2024 CBC Librarian FAVORITES**2024 CBC Teacher FAVORITES*A compendium of poetry prompts from Joseph Coelho (Children's Laureate 2022-2024) collected from his weekly series of Poetry Prompts in partnership with the Book Trust. Each fun and engaging prompt for writing a poem helps children discover how to write poems and then read them out loud. This is a book to build confidence and literacy skills through channeling children's imaginations. This is a book for the whole family to enjoy, bright, cheerful but cool illustrations will appeal to children of all primary ages.

Aneesa and her family are getting ready to celebrate Diwali. But this year is extra-special. It's baby Ameera's first ever Diwali and older sister Ameera is on hand to show her exactly what to do, and what every part of the celebration means and why it is so magical. This is a perfect introduction to Diwali for young children, with 144 flaps to peer behind and discover more details about the festival. Buy special Diwali swets with dad and cook up a feast in the kitchen with Grandma and Grandpa. Get the house ready and decorated and make rangoli patterns with cousins. This is a book to pore over and bring out every year.

Huskies race fast in Alaska, blueberries burst with goodness in Maine, and sailboats bob by in Rhode Island! Meet the 50 states in 50 words for iconic things ranging from proud mascots to colorful quirks. Delicious foods, amazing animals, storied skyscrapers ... it's all here in The 50 States in 50 Words, helping 3-5-year-olds celebrate each state in one small way. Younger kids will love recognizing the tiny critters and big, bright sights from their state and beyond, while older readers will find a memorable fact on every page. Starting in Alabama and finishing in Wyoming, and with D.C. and the US territories explored for good measure, The 50 States in 50 Words is a gentle guide to the USA by way of new and familiar early-learning concepts, from shapes and colors to sizes and sounds. In between the states, you'll find maps that pop with facts and a gallery of the state flags, putting each word in context and helping young readers piece together this extraordinary country. With friendl

The year is 1160 BCE. Pharaoh Rameses is dead, his tomb and the treasures within safely hidden in the majestic Valley of the Kings. Or so you thought...The papyrus scroll showing the way to the pharaoh's tomb has been stolen. Now it's up to you to stop the thieves before they can raid the priceless artifacts that are meant to stay with Rameses for all eternity. With nothing but your instinct and your trusty Survival Spinner (included), can you catch the culprits and ensure the pharaoh's rest goes undisturbed? Or will you fall victim to the dangers of the desert? In this chance-filled choose-your-own-adventure gamebook, you'll crack hieroglyphic codes, encounter ravenous crocodiles in the Nile, and dodge deadly traps as you attempt to solve the mystery and protect the pharaoh's treasures. It's your story, your way: make your choice and spin to survive. Every decision you make could lead to success... or disaster. Flip back and forth through the book as you play through a new adventure w

With nothing but your instincts and your trusty Survival Spinner, do you have what it takes to make it out of the jungle alive? Find out in this latest adventure in the thrilling game-in-a-book series, Spin to Survive: Deadly Jungle! Grandma Beatriz has given you an important mission: discover the fabled Lost City of the Jaguar God so it can be protected and preserved for the future. But lost and alone in the Amazon Rainforest, survival must be your top priority. Play your way through the deadly dangers of the Amazon in a fight for your life, facing off against treacherous river rapids, prowling jaguars, dastardly treasure-hunters and a whole host of hazards that dwell deep in the jungle. How does it work?Read the story and decide what course to take.Place your Survival Spinner (included with this book!) on the circle, then SPIN TO SURVIVE!Follow the directions to the next stage of your adventure... or your grisly demise!The exciting story is accompanied by expert survival tips and rea

本書跟著 Pip 和 Sammy 展開一段環遊世界的聖誕音樂旅程，透過耳熟能詳的旋律，認識作曲家與文化背景。從充滿動感的〈Sleigh Ride〉，到瑞典靜謐而莊重的〈Sankta Lucia〉，再到振奮人心的〈Hark! The Herald Angels Sing〉，讓管弦樂、合唱與傳統歌唱彷彿在書頁間響起。適合在節日前夕共讀，讓孩子認識聖誕節的聲音與情感。・收錄多首經典聖誕音樂，搭配按鍵音效・以旅行故事串聯音樂與文化・適合幼兒初次接觸音樂與節慶主題Join Pip and Sammy as they travel the world, listening to the most famous pieces of Christmas music. Meet the composers who dreamed them up and set the tone for Christmas for hundreds of years.From the exciting Sleigh Ride, to the reflective Sankta Lucia in Sweden, to the exhaultant Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, beautiful sound clips bring the orchestra, choirs and Wassailers into vivid life at the touch of a button in this beautiful book, perfect for the run up to Christmas. This is a perfect, first gentle story book to introduce little ones to the sounds and songs of Christmas.

屁股除了拿來坐，還能講出一整本自然史？這本圖文書讓讀者重新認識這個日常卻被忽略的身體部位，從人類演化說起，延伸到各種動物如何「善用」屁股來求生、發光、移動，甚至是防禦。還會告訴你：地球上最大的屁股是誰的？本書以幽默筆觸包裝科學知識，畫風生動活潑，內容跳脫常規，引發孩子對自然與生物的興趣。是一部既讓人發笑，也讓人長知識的親子共讀好書。Get to know the history of your you-know-what with the hilarious guide to evolution, A Natural History of Bums. Bum, butt, behind, whatever you call it, the one you're sitting on right now is the finely tuned result of millions of years of evolution. Fascinating, isn't it? Now, don't be alarmed, but your bum holds a story as old as time itself. From cave-people to present day, evolution has shaped this essential body part in remarkable ways. It's more than just a place to sit--it's a marvel of adaptation and survival! The humble bum has been created by millions of years of evolution, so surely, it's time to learn all about it... Join the Crab Museum and illustrator Inga Ziemele for a hilarious kids' guide to evolution and the natural history of this noble body part. Get up close and personal with big bums, small bums, sti