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Technology is everywhere these days. It's how we entertain ourselves, communicate, do work, and even order food and clothes. How can tech-savvy teens stay safe and protect themselves online? With relevant tips and topics in a Q&A format, this hi-lo series provides middle graders and high schoolers with the basics needed be a smart consumer of media and technology. What is artificial intelligence and how does it work? With relevant tips and resources on this timely topic, tech-savvy teens learn how businesses and everyday people are using AI as a tool, including pros and cons and how AI may be utilized in the future. A question-and-answer format, plus chapters designed to be read in any order, allow middle graders and high schoolers to easily search and find the information they are looking for to become smart consumers of media and technology. A hi-lo reading format pairs easy-to-read, insightful text with a stylish layout to keep readers informed and engaged. Includes a table of c

This fan-favorite Gingerbread Man is cooking up something new in this graphic novel for the earliest readers!The Gingerbread Man’s class is back in the kitchen! They’re using shapes to make fun cookies and the Gingerbread Man knows just what to he wants to make—a new puppy! AKA a cookie’s best friend.But when the puppy comes to life and runs loose through the school, the class will have to come up with even more fun creations to lure him back home. Good thing this cookie sure knows how to have a ball!This Gingerbread Man’s series of graphic novels--published in both hardcover and paperback editions--is for the youngest readers, full of the hilarious rhymes and action-packed escapades kids know and love from his picture books.Series Overview: The Gingerbread Man is Loose in Graphic Novels!Spring 2024: Buttons on the Loose and Class Pet on the LooseFall 2024: Paper Airplanes on the LooseSpring 2025: New Friend on the Loose

A clear and simple book to explain about body changes and sex for kids who haven't quite hit puberty yet.This is a brand-new edition, with new content and all-new artwork, of THE go-to book for children to learn the facts of life. Aimed primarily at female readers, the book includes discussion of sex and gender identity, and sexuality. Using frank but clear and friendly language and pictures, this book explains all the changes that people with female bodies can expect to experience as they enter puberty. This ranges from physical body changes and new experiences such as what periods are and how to handle them, all the way to mental and emotional challenges that come with growing older and becoming more independent.The book is aimed at readers age 10 and up, who are likely just at the very start of their own puberty journey.Material is based on the original best-seller by Sue Meredith, but with new writing and expert input from professional sex educators and gender consultants.

Welcome toMiniTouch: On the Go! A gorgeous, giftable touch-and-feel book for little ones from birth upwards. Introduce vehicles and first words, and boost motor skills with sensory touch-and-feel fabrics.The MiniTouch series for babies aged 0–3 is packed full of developmental benefits. Fresh, stylish and playful with gently rhyming text, each book makes a beautiful addition to your child's playspace or bookshelf,forming an eye-catching collection.The content of each book covers core early learning concepts. There are two layers of learning: the first being topic-themed, such as vehicles, and the second being learning-based, such as first words. Theplayful rhyming text is perfect for engaging your childand will help develop their rhythm and rhyme as well as bringing added context to each new word.Each book in the series features a unique range of touch-and-feel areas, which are ideal for developing your child's motor skills as well as aiding sensory development. Fabrics such as corduroy

《時代週刊》盛讚：「天作之合的繪本組合！」這部由兩位童書界超級明星Quentin Blake與Emma Chichester Clark聯手創作的幽默繪本，對每一位閱讀的孩子來說，將是一個的完美禮物莉莉安娜力大無窮，但她從不炫耀，總是在別人需要的時候，悄悄出手相助。她能一個人把卡在泥巴裡的大毛牛拉出來，也能輕鬆攔住衝過頭的壓路機，甚至還能把一整隻擱淺的大鯨魚丟回大海——對她來說，這些都只是日常小任務...'A match made in picture-book heaven' – The TimesThis brilliantly funny collaboration between two superstar creators about a tiny girl with superhuman strength has all the hallmarks of a future classic.Liliana wears her super power lightly, using it to help others in a crisis. A resilient child, she thinks nothing of singlehandedly rescuing a highland cow stuck in the mud, or of stopping an out-of-control steamroller in its tracks, or of throwing a beached whale back out to sea.With beautiful, detailed, humorous illustrations by the award-winning Emma Chichester Clark, Liliana the Strong is the perfect gift for any child who needs a little reminder that everything will be okay.

You'd better not tickle the dolphin... because it might just squeak if you do!Babies and toddlers just won't be able to resist tickling the touchy-feely patches to hear each sea animal make a sound in this hilarious novelty book. At the end, readers will find all the sea creatures being noisy at once in a musical finale guaranteed to get little ones dancing along.An exciting new series for babies and toddlers, from the creators of That's not my... With over 20 books to discover in this award-winning series, there is a book to excite every baby and toddler; including dinosaurs, bears, tigers, unicorns and lots more - giggles are guaranteed! Every DON'T TICKLE book supports sensory development with:- Engaging characters to encourage playfulness - Furry patches for developing motor skills- Playful music to inspire movement- Holes to peep through, sparking curiosity - Rhythmic text for developing language

In this spellbinding historical novel from theNew York Timesbestselling author ofA Long Petal of the SeaandThe House of the Spirits, a young writer journeys to South America to uncover the truth about her father—and herself.In San Francisco in 1866, an Irish nun, abandoned following a torrid relationship with a Chilean aristocrat, gives birth to a daughter named Emilia del Valle. Raised by a loving stepfather, Emilia grows into an independent thinker and a self-sufficient young woman.To pursue her passion for writing, she is willing to defy societal norms. At the age of seventeen, she begins to publish pulp fiction using a man’s pen name. When these fictional worlds can no longer satisfy her sense of adventure, she turns to journalism, convincing an editor atThe Daily Examinerto hire her. There she is paired with another talented reporter, Eric Whelan.As she proves herself, her restlessness returns, until an opportunity arises to cover a brewing civil war in Chile. She seizes it, as do

New Release DiscountWe are pleased to offer a 20% discount at CUP website for Posters of 798, on or before 30 September, 2025千禧年伊始，幾個藝術家和畫廊進駐北京東北部廢舊閒置的798廠房，發起「再造798」 等一系列藝術活動，推動了中國當代藝術公共化、市場化的進程。短短數年間，吸引了大批藝術家和畫廊經營者進駐798，使其迅速蛻變為成國際矚目的文化創意產業園，在2008年北京奧運會期間達到發展頂峰。在經歷狂飆式發展和國際金融危機後，2012年後的中國藝術市場逐漸衰退。期間798也發生了歷史性的轉變，成為北京新地標。可以說，北京798藝術區見證了中國當代藝術從突飛猛進式發展，到市場衰退的全過程。本書彙集798黃金十年間（2002–2012）六十餘家藝術機構的近千張活動海報，作者亦對十六位藝術家、策展人和畫廊經營者進行深入訪談，提供了這段歷史的珍貴圖像與口述見證。The 798 Art District, born out of the repurposing of abandoned factory buildings in northeastern Beijing, became a symbol of China’s booming contemporary art scene in the early twenty-first century. Initiatives such as “Reconstruction 798” spurred the development of the art district, creating a public, market-driven hub of contemporary art that reached its zenith around the time of 2008 Beijing Olympics. This book documents 798’s remarkable pioneering decade between 2002 and 2012, capturing the art district’s heyday, as well as its subsequent decl

Jeffrey Brown brings his irresistible comic spin to the X-Men, one of the most beloved and popular teams of the Marvel Universe.Welcome to Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, where Professor X has his hands full supervising an unruly gaggle of elementary school aged mutants! From the creator of Thor and Loki: Midgard Family Mayhem and the bestselling Darth Vader and Son series, this fun collection sees Wolverine using his claws to roast marshmallows, Nightcrawler playing teleport tag, Danger Room practice hijinks, babysitting duty with the New Mutants, Magneto as a surprise substitute teacher, young Cyclops and Phoenix as sweethearts, Sentinels turned into playground equipment, and much more. Full of warm humor and inside jokes hatched from true fandom, Jeffrey Brown’s adorable interpretations of a classic era for the team will delight fans of all ages.© 2024 MARVELPerfect for:Kids and grown-up Marvel fans alikeFamilies who enjoy sharing funny booksSchool libraries and teacher appre

台灣推理小説的發展，具有與台灣文學史相同共存的現代性特質。台灣的推理小説，從日治時期開始至今，不論是理論或創作，都深受日本的影響，尤其是關於「本格」的探索。關於台灣推理小説的發展和流派，陳國偉教授屢有論述。為這一專輯而寫的導言，簡要概述之外，推陳出新，提出台灣推理小説作爲「文學現代性的起點」的新觀點，將上世紀六〇年代台灣現代主義風潮，提前到日治時期引進偵探小説的19世紀後半，當台灣第一部偵探小説於1898年1月7日首次出現之時。The development of Taiwan’s mystery novels shares modernist characteristics and co-exists with the mainstream history of Tai-wan literature. Taiwan’s mystery novels, from the Japanese colonial period to the present, have been deeply influenced by Japan, both in theory and creation, especially in the exploration of so-called “original style.” Professor Kuo-wei Chen has discussed the development and genre of mystery novels in Taiwan in different fora. The introduction written for this issue, in addition to including a brief overview, breaks new ground and puts forward a new perspective on Taiwanese mystery novels as “the starting point of literary modernity.” He argues that the origins of Taiwanese modernism should be found not in the 1960s but with the introduction of detect

來自紐約時報最佳插畫書 《Little Red》作者 Bethan Woollvin《These Are My Rocks》 是一本專為喜愛收集小東西的孩子所設計的繪本。跟著故事一起自豪地介紹他們珍貴的收藏品，從大到小，從尖尖的到歪七扭八的，每一樣都有它獨特的魅力！這本書不僅充滿幽默有趣，還充滿了許多互動的設計，讓孩子們可以跟著書中的指引，指一指、發出聲音、拍拍手，不只讓孩子思考可收藏的東西，也讓閱讀更有趣。透過這本互動式繪本，孩子們能夠在遊戲中學習聆聽、選擇、配對、數數字與表達等重要的早期學習技能。《These Are My Rocks》 風格獨特、趣味十足，完美展現孩子們對「收集」的熱愛，是一本適合親子共讀的精彩故事書！From the creator of the New York Times Best Illustrated Book Little Red, These Are My Rocks is the perfect picture book for children who love collecting. Join the narrator, as they proudly introduce the reader to their prized collection, featuring BIG things to small things … and spiky things to wobbly things!Each page is bursting with humour – and they are interactive too – with children encouraged to interact with the book, with invitations to point, make noises, clap their hands and think about what they could collect..Interactive books engage young children and capture their natural curiosity and These Are My Rocks encourages the development of important early-learning sk

《語言小史》由國際知名語言學家大衛・克里斯多撰寫，以輕鬆易懂的筆調，帶領讀者從嬰兒發聲、語言起源到網路用語與表情符號，深入探索語言的演變與魅力。全書篇幅短小、主題豐富，適合語文教學延伸閱讀，也是對語言有興趣讀者的入門之選，啟發我們重新思考日常溝通的本質與價值。A lively journey through the story of language, from an infant's first word to the languages of the internetLanguage never leaves you alone. It’s there in your head, helping you think. It’s there to help you make relationships – and to break them. It’s there to remind you who you are and where you come from.From the first words of an infant to texting and emojis, languages are full of mysteries and quirks. In this entertaining book, renowned author David Crystal sheds light on the development of unique linguistic styles, the origins of obscure accents, and the search for the first written word.Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds---------------------"Demotic, lively, rigorous but unabashedly unpedantic David Crystal remind[s] us that living languages know no boundaries, that they adapt themselves joyously to new conditions. Here he indulges

小小的改變，也能讓世界更美好。《Small Steps, Big Change》以簡單語言與俏皮插畫，引導孩子從日常生活出發：用舊襪子做偶、節水、關心海洋……這些看似微不足道的行動，其實正是永續未來的起點。靈感來自聯合國永續發展目標，是一本適合親子共讀、幫助孩子理解環境與社會責任的指南。A book on sustainable living, inspired by The Sustainable Development Goals (formulated by the United Nations). Small Steps, Big Change explores small, everyday goals kids can aim for to engender positive change in our world. With a simple, upbeat language that children will understand, and illustrated in a bold and quirky style by James Jones (One More Try, The Perfect Fit), this is the ideal guide to inspire children to help build a better tomorrow.From making puppets out of old socks, to spreading kindness and protecting our oceans, kids will love getting involved in all the ways we can make a difference to the world. Just like other books about climate change and environmentalism for kids such as Thank You, Earth by April Pulley Sayre, What a Waste by Jess French and Somebody Swallowed Stanley by Sarah Roberts and Hannah Peck, Small Steps,

A FRESH, FUNNY, UP-CLOSE LOOK AT HOW SOUTH KOREA REMADE ITSELF AS THE WORLD'S POP CULTURE POWERHOUSE OF THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY By now, everyone in the world knows the song "Gangnam Style" and Psy, an instantly recognizable star. But the song's international popularity is no passing fad. "Gangnam Style" is only one tool in South Korea's extraordinarily elaborate and effective strategy to become a major world superpower by first becoming the world's number one pop culture exporter. As a child, Euny Hong moved from America to the Gangnam neighbourhood in Seoul. She was a witness to the most accelerated part of South Korea's economic development, during which time it leapfrogged from third-world military dictatorship to first-world liberal democracy on the cutting edge of global technology. Euny Hong recounts how South Korea vaulted itself into the twenty-first century, becoming a global leader in business, technology, education, and pop culture. Featuring lively, in-depth reporting and

This hands-on (and marker-on!) curriculum-based workbook provides reinforcement, practice, and review opportunities of foundational pre-math and pre-reading concepts plus motor skill work for the youngest learners. The ultimate write and erase workbook, with tons of curriculum-based activities and exercises focusing on letters, numbers, colors, and shapes. Includes a removable double sided white board and dry erase marker (attached in spiral binding). It's fun to be smart! From the brand that's loved by kids, teacher approved, and parent trusted, Brain Quest Write and Erase: Preschool Skills is packed with hands-on activities that introduce and reinforce concepts students need to prepare for school. Bonus questions on each page extend the learning and give parents ample opportunities for engaging conversations and language development. Aligned with early learning standards and expertly vetted by award-winning teachers, each page is designed to set students and parents

For fans of I'm Not Scared, You're Scared, comes a hilarious picture book about using humor to combat fear, from actor and director Ben Falcone.It's time for bed, but Claire can't fall asleep. There's a storm outside, and the thunder is so loud and scary! Good thing her parents are there to help. They tell Claire there's no reason to be afraid. After all, there are plenty of things that are scarier than thunder...like a scorpion named Finn who plays the violin! A snake with big fangs and uneven bangs! And a dragon named Rance with ants in his pants! The hilarious list gets more and more outsized, building on itself in the most outrageous ways possible, until Claire is giggling herself right to sleep.Actor/Director/Writer Ben Falcone delivers a delightfully silly story—brought to bouncy life by Kevin Cornell—that reminds us that sometimes a good belly laugh is just the thing you need.

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim's point of viewNATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE • KIRKUS PRIZE WINNER • A LOS ANGELES TIMES BEST FICTION BOOK OF THE LAST 30 YEARSIn development as a feature film to be produced by Steven Spielberg • A Best Book of the Year: The New York Times Book Review, LA Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, TIME, and more."Genius"—The Atlantic • "A masterpiece that will help redefine one of the classics of American literature, while also being a major achievement on its own."—Chicago Tribune • "A provocative, enlightening literary work of art."—The Boston Globe • "Everett’s most thrilling novel, but also his most soulful."—The New York TimesWhen Jim over

A fun twist on the guess-the-animal game!Who’s that odd-looking creature? The animals want to know! Young readers pull the tabs to reveal an animal—Mouse, Bear, Rabbit, Bird, Pig, and Wolf—who each try to identify the mysterious stranger in their midst. No beak or feathers, it’s not a bird. No fur? It’s not a bear. What can it be? The satisfying answer to this mystery is revealed in a heartwarming ending!• Pull tabs help develop fine motor skills• Simple and engaging story encourages vocabulary development• Helps children recognize different animal features• Sturdy board book with pull tabs that’s just right for little handsLook! What Is That?is a delightful interactive board book that children will ask for again and again!• Fun family read-aloud books• Books for children aged 0 to 3• Books for babies and toddlers

A hilarious introduction to the mystery genre, starring a boy, his fish, and a whiskered detective in disguise. A little boy's aquarium has been attacked, and his poor fish is terrified! Who could be behind this horrible crime? Never fear: Ramon Fellini is on the case! This brave dog has donned his cleverest cat costume in order to track down the culprit. How does Fellini know a cat is to blame? Why does he say strange things like "Does this house have any other fish?" No time for such questions--Fellini is about to reveal the truth! Unless the ace detective has a different agenda in mind... With dramatic colors, ironic humor, and plenty of clues to discover in the art, this whodunit is a laugh-out-loud read for pet lovers. Children will love using their own sleuthing skills to solve the mystery and predict what Detective Ramon Fellini does next."A hilarious intro to mysteries and a great read aloud."—Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production (a School Library Journal blog)"It reminded me of Kl

My Very First Britannica Encyclopedia 是一本為學齡前孩子設計的第一本百科全書。從地球到音樂、數字到食物，以最貼近孩子視角的方式，呈現世界的多樣與驚奇。語言簡潔、節奏感強，適合朗讀，圖像溫暖生動，幫助幼兒建立語彙與認知概念，是親子共讀、日常探索的最佳起點。The first-ever Britannica Encyclopedia for children under three, in a beautifully illustrated, large-format board book.My Very First Britannica Encyclopedia explores big ideas through a little one’s eyes. This huge board book covers an enthralling spectrum of topics: Earth, Animals, Plants, Food, Machines, Art, Music, Numbers and Shapes. The simple, clear and lyrical text includes plenty of sound words for an enjoyable reading-aloud experience, and is paired with gorgeous illustrations by Hanako Clulow. Reviewed by early-years specialist Dr Amanda Gummer, as well as a host of Britannica subject experts, this is the perfect book to inspire little brainiacs!Quotes/Reviews"Rocket fuel for cognitive development."-Wall Street JournalSelected for Waterstones Best Children's Books in October 2022 List"Just the right amount of information is included

探索現代最具影響力的商業領袖之一的起源 #1 紐約時報暢銷書“一本出奇坦誠的回憶錄，講述了微軟大亨早期的故事…讀這本書就像在看一幅熟悉的黑白素描，將細節填充並用鮮明的色彩渲染。” — GeekWire比爾·蓋茨的商業成就廣為人知：這位二十歲便從哈佛退學創立軟體公司，最終打造出一家行業巨頭，改變了世界的運作和人們的生活；這位身家數十億的億萬富翁，將目光轉向慈善事業，致力於應對氣候變遷、全球健康問題和美國教育的挑戰。然而，《源碼》並非關於微軟、蓋茨基金會或未來科技的書籍。它是比爾·蓋茨的個人故事，講述了他如何成為今天的自己：他的童年、早期的熱情與追求。這是關於他原則堅定的祖母和有抱負的父母，關於他最初的深厚友誼和最好的朋友突然去世的故事；他如何掙扎於融入群體，並發現了編程與電腦的世界，進入了一個嶄新的時代；以及在青少年時期，如何開始踏上這條將他從午夜的電腦中心逃亡到大學宿舍的道路，最終引發了一場改變世界的革命。比爾·蓋茨第一次親自講述這個故事：智慧、溫暖、真實，呈現了一幅迷人的美國人生畫像。#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The origin story of one of the most influential and transformative business leaders and philanthropists of the modern age“A surprisingly candid memoir of the Microsoft mogul’s early years…Reading this book feels like watching someone take a well-known black-and-white sketch, fill in the details, and paint it in vivid color.” —GeekWireThe business triumphs of Bill Gates are widely known: the twenty-year-old who dropped out of Harvard to start a software company that became an industry giant and changed th

In this stunning debut novel, a young Indian man comes to England determined to learn British law so he can use it to help the independence movement back home—but the insidiousness of colonialism as well as a sexual awakening get in his way.Shiv Advani is an eighteen-year-old growing up in India. But he is no ordinary young man. Shiv has been personally chosen by Mahatma Gandhi to come to England, learn their bill of rights, and then return home and help drive the British out of India using their own laws against them. Before he leaves, his family insists he fulfill his arranged marriage and is hastily betrothed to a young woman he hardly knows.He arrives in London in 1931. He is not dressed for the British rain, and, shivering, rings the doorbell of the people who have agreed to host him in this strange land. He finds that his benefactors are having a party and warmly welcome him. He is the only brown person in the room and made acutely aware of his differences. By the end of the even

Learn all about the fascinating world of insects--from bees, to butterflies, beetles, and more. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects-- their different types, body structures, and behaviors. Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, every young nature enthusiast will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. The book covers the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for more than 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honeybee. Dive into their brilliant world and learn how some insects blend in with their surroundings. Discover how some can survive in different environments, while others can defend themselves against predators using clever tactics. Explore the many ways in which insects help humans, and the crucial role they play in pollination and maintaining a balance in the ecosystem. My Book of Bugs is a wonderful introduction to insects and their many incredible feature

An instant New York Times bestseller with three starred reviews—now under development as a feature film franchise!Plummet into a kill-or-be-killed competition where a scrappy underdog hell-bent on revenge must battle colossal monstrosities and claw his way to the top in this fast-paced, breakout sensation from YA fantasy author Marc J Gregson.Exiled to live as a Low under the merciless rule of the Meritocracy, sixteen-year-old Conrad refuses to become heir to his murderous uncle. But when behemoth sky serpents attack the floating island of Holmstead and devour Conrad’s ailing mother, Conrad cuts a deal to save the only family he has left. To rescue his sister from his uncle’s clutches, Conrad must enter the Selection of the Twelve Trades.Freshly recruited into Hunter, the deadliest of all the Trades, Conrad endures rigorous training, manipulative peers, and the Gauntlet—a brutal final challenge that pits Conrad’s skyship crew against the very terrors that orphaned him. As Conrad compet

From former UK Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho comes an extraordinary collection of tales--each one illustrated by a different artist, and each just ten words long. Is it possible to tell a tale of love using just ten words? The answer is an enthusiastic yes. And when those words are joined by illustrations from twenty top creators, the results can be stunning. In this unique compendium designed to spark the imagination, Joseph Coelho brings us cherished moments between siblings, worlds where nature blooms and heals, touching tales of beloved pets, and more. Each ten-word tale has been paired with one of the finest illustrators working today, among them Jon Klassen, Jarvis, Bob Graham, Myo Yim, Victoria Turnbull, and Ken Wilson-Max. Together the words and pictures set up a space for creativity as young readers imagine how the story might unravel--and are inspired to pen a ten-word tiny tale of their own. Prefaced by a note from the author, and with two creative writing challenges at

《奧術藝術與製作秘辛》帶領讀者踏上Riot Games與Fortiche打造的革命性動畫系列的視覺旅程。書中收錄早期藝術風格、角色設計演變過程，以及令人驚嘆的世界觀構建，是探索《奧術》創作過程與願景的權威指南。《奧術》與《英雄聯盟》粉絲將被喜愛角色的視覺演變、皮爾特沃夫與佐恩壯麗的城市景觀，以及海克斯科技與希莫的發明深深吸引。本書收錄Riot和Fortiche珍藏的未公開圖像，並根據20多位動畫師、作家、導演與藝術家的訪談編撰而成，堪稱《奧術》迷必備之作。書中附有特製透明書衣，以及Jinx海報、皮爾特沃夫地圖等豐富周邊，讓您沉浸在《奧術》的世界中。Filled with gorgeous illustrations and concept art from the hit Netflix series, The Art and Making of Arcane is an immersive journey behind the scenes of the Emmy Award-winning Animated Series!The Art and Making of Arcane takes readers through the visual journey of Riot Games’ and Fortiche's revolutionary animated series. Featuring early art styles, evolving character designs, and jaw-dropping worldbuilding artwork, this volume is the definitive compendium of Arcane’s creative process and vision.Arcane and League of Legends fans alike will be amazed by the visual development of fan-favorite champions, the breathtaking cityscapes of Piltover and Zaun, and the riveting inventions of hextech and Shimmer.This book inc

This third edition of What’s Wrong? features 48 beautifully illustrated cards which develop perceptual skills. Each image shows a well-known activity in which something is wrong, either as it is happening or when it is about to happen. The game is to discover what is wrong in each case.Fully updated with fresh colour illustrations, the third edition builds on previous editions to incorporate new scenarios. The cards are a useful tool to support the development of:Attention skillsObservationVocabulary buildingExpressive languageStorytellingLogical thoughtProblem solving. This resource can be used effectively with students and clients of all ages and abilities and is a key resource for speech and language therapists, SENCOs, teachers and related professionals.Intended for use in educational settings and/or therapy contexts under the supervision of an adult. This is not a toy.

Benny Chia’s memoir of life on the fringe is a vivacious slice of Hong Kong’s life and cultural development at a time of minimal institutional support. His colourful and anecdotal story will interest culture practitioners as well as the general reader curious about the Fringe Club and its role as a seedbed for local artists and as a venue for international ones, both functions championed by Benny at the helm of this small but important institution housed in a distinctive former ice house in Central. general reader curious about the Fringe Club and its role as a seedbed for local artists and as a venue for international ones, both functions championed by Benny at the helm of this small but important institution housed in a distinctive former ice house in Central.

The One Year Bible--discover one year Bible reading made simple and achievable!Millions of people have benefited from reading through God's entire Word by using The One Year Bible. Now available in The Message Translation! This bestselling reading Bible divides the text into 365 sections, so you can read through the entire Bible in one unforgettable year--in as little as 15 minutes a day.Convenience No other "through the Bible" plan presents the entire Bible in such a user-friendly format. Start any day of the year!The Message Translation The Message is a reading Bible that uses contemporary language translated from the original Greek and Hebrew Scriptures by scholar, pastor, author, and poet Eugene Peterson. Thoroughly reviewed and approved by twenty biblical scholars, The Message combines the authority of God's Word with the cadence and energy of conversational English.Unique Design Each 15-minute daily reading includes a portion from the Old Testament, the New Testament, Psalms, and

From Hervé Tullet, author of the New York Times bestseller Press Here, a picture book to unleash children’s creativity: Using only a finger and a great deal of imagination, Hervé empowers readers to create a simple flower . . . an entire garden . . . and even whole new worlds!Once again, Hervé Tullet brilliantly and successfully coaxes children to recognize and celebrate their innate artistic talent. He convinces each reader that their hand is magic and capable of transforming a few simple lines, squiggles, dots, and shapes into . . . well, pretty much anything they can imagine!A new Hervé picture book is always a cause for celebration. This is his first in seven years and a companion to Press Here, Mix It Up!, and Let’s Play! with all the hallmark whimsy and imagination that will delight his many fans. Whether enjoyed in a family living room, a kindergarten reading nook, or a preschool art class, there’s something here to enchant every reader.AN INVITATION TO PLAY, EXPLORE, AND LEARN:

A unique illustrated exploration of the development of finance that combines data from every part of the world and covers five thousand years of history “The book is a lot of fun. Data-fixated readers will enjoy unpicking its main content: a series of elegantly produced maps, graphs and other visualisations. These are eclectic in scope and ambitious in intent.”—Jonathan Guthrie, Financial Times From the emergence of money in the ancient world to today’s interconnected landscape of high-frequency trading and cryptocurrency, the story of finance has always taken place on an international stage.Finance is one of the most globalized and networked of human activities, and one of the most important social technologies ever invented. This volume, the first visually based book dedicated to finance, uses graphics and maps to bring the complex and abstract world of finance down to earth, showing how geography is fundamental for understanding finance, and vice versa. It illuminates the people—inc

A hilarious novelty book about a quick-thinking child and a soft-hearted beast, with funny letters and comically disgusting recipes to open.Beast has found a tasty dinner, and he's written to all his friends to invite them to a feast. Unfortunately, Dinner is a child who very much does not want to be eaten. As Beast's friends send their instructions for cooking Dinner, is there any way Dinner can convince Beast to change his menu? A vibrant and charming interactive book with hilarious letters to open.PRAISE FOR BEAST FEAST"Letter-flaps to lift, delicious and disgusting dishes, and the development of an unlikely friendship combine to create a riotous picture book party." The Guardian Review"This contribution to the genre, with RSVPs from Sir Gutguzzler and co, is a hoot. Independent readers should also enjoy the gruesome recipes on the endsheets." The Observer"Those dreading seasonal overindulgence can enjoy Emma Yarlett’s deliciously funny, brightly comic Beast Feast, in which a child

On the run-up to Christmas, travel back to the prehistoric world and meet 24 extraordinary dinosaurs - one for every day.There's never been a more exciting way to countdown to Christmas than journeying back to the world of dinosaurs! Find a surprise book in every envelope, each covering a different dinosaur, from old favourites to more unfamiliar ones.Children aged 3-5 can get to know some of our prehistoric friends with this advent calendar of 24 mini dino books. Using dinosaur profiles from the bestselling book, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs, each book is bursting with fascinating facts and information, giving little dino lovers an exciting mini exploration of the prehistoric world and our reptilian predecessors.This dinosaur advent calendar for children offers:- 24 mini books which give an overview of a different dinosaur, including essential facts such as size, diet, and period.- A unique approach to traditional advent calendars, making a good alternative to chocolate

Adèle迎來人生轉變：第一次月經讓她獲得與幽靈溝通的能力，也揭開家族中不為人知的祕密。她本想平靜度過假期，卻因此展開一段穿越城市、認識幽靈、也重新看見自己的旅程。本書幽默之中帶著真誠，探索青春、文化與身分，是一部感性與奇幻交織的圖像小說。A Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List SelectionIn this hilarious and heartwarming graphic novel, a young girl's first period brings an unexpected gift: the ability to see ghosts! As she meets these spectral visitors, she uncovers her family's secret lineage of mediums, while learning about the power of compassion and community.Adèle just wants to spend her winter break at the library, cozied up with her favorite books, and completely forgetting abut her friends who are all traveling to warmer climates. Unfortunately, life has other plans...not only does Adèle get her first period...but she learns she comes from a long line of mediums!And if seeing ghosts wasn't enough of a surprise, Adèle learns that not only can she interact with them, but apparently, they've been using her sister's car to get around the city for years! When the ghosts won't leave her alone Ad

The significance of Fong Chung-Ray’s artistic oeuvre lies in his contribution both to the global art scene and the representation of Chinese artistic traditions in late twentieth- and early twenty-first-century California. As an ambassador for art, he has played a crucial role in fostering cultural exchange between China and the West, and his artworks have introduced richly diverse artistic traditions, techniques and themes to international audiences, promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture.This anniversary publication presents a careful selection of Fong’s work tracing his artistic career and stylistic development over the last 60 years. It is a testament to the master’s contribution to late-twentieth-century Chinese painting in a global context.藝術家馮鍾睿的創作夙負盛名。二十世紀晚期至二十一世紀初，馮氏以中國傳統為基礎的作品於美國加州藝壇獨樹一幟，其畫風及作畫方式多元豐碩，展現出他對融合中西藝術的永恆追求。馮氏以自身創作於海外積極傳播中華文化，在推動跨文化交流方面扮演了重要的角色，幫助國際社會更深入地理解和欣賞中國藝術。是次富有紀念意義的出版物包括橫跨馮鍾睿整個創作生涯的多幅作品，回顧他過去六十年的藝術成就和風格發展，對這位大師在二十世紀晚期中國畫壇所作出的貢獻予

Funniest children’s graphic novel of 2024 for readers aged 5+ in the much-loved Narwhal & Jelly series!Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do love waffles, parties and adventures.In the hilarious ninth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series, Narwhal's sweet tooth leads to some very funny feelings!Dive into four new stories so sweet they'll make your teeth tingle!Everyone knows that Narwhal is a big fan of sugary treats — but Jelly is shocked when Narwhal's tusk-tooth isn't looking so pearly white anymore and is feeling a little funny.It turns out, Narwhal has been using it as a "snack saver"! Thankfully, no one knows more about dental hygiene than Shark — she has seven rows of teeth, after all!Meanwhile, Jelly and Crab try to show Narwhal that it's fine to frown if you're feeling down. Can Narwhal's friends convince the happiest creature in the ocean that it's okay to have a bad day?

In this open access book, Carlos Montemayor illuminates the development of artificial intelligence (AI) by examining our drive to live a dignified life. He uses the notions of agency and attention to consider our pursuit of what is important. His method shows how the best way to guarantee value alignment between humans and potentially intelligent machines is through attention routines that satisfy similar needs.Setting out a theoretical framework for AI Montemayor acknowledges its legal, moral, and political implications and takes into account how epistemic agency differs from moral agency. Through his insightful comparisons between human and animal intelligence, Montemayor makes it clear why adopting a need-based attention approach justifies a humanitarian framework. This is an urgent, timely argument for developing AI technologies based on international human rights agreements.The ebook editions of this book are available open access under a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 licence on bloomsburycolle

各章節主題如下：第一章至第三章：全球環境困境、永續發展議題之緣起、願景與脈絡，以及永續發展目標。第四章至第六章：永續發展之環境議題（氣候議題、生態保育與環境污染及生產與消費）。第七章至第九章：永續發展之社會議題（貧窮、飢餓與教育、健康醫療、性別平等與多元共融）。第十章至第十二章：永續發展之經濟議題（就業與經濟、工業與創新、能資源使用）。第十三章至第十四章：永續發展之治理議題（和平與正義、全球夥伴關係）。第十五章：結論──挑戰與展望。本書特色自工業革命以來，由於社會發展所導致的全球暖化及氣候變遷問題，已成為人類存續的關鍵議題。為面對全球性的氣候危機與永續浪潮，聯合國提出了「永續發展目標」(Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs)，訂定世界各國推動全球永續發展的努力目標。我國亦根據國內現況及需求，配合提出「2050淨零排放」，宣示推動永續發展的決心，希望藉由政府、企業、民眾團結合作，共同努力翻轉目前的困境。台灣永續能源基金會多年來關注聯合國永續發展目標之氣候變遷、永續能源、生物多樣性等核心議題，期望藉由本書能強化國內產業針對永續能源相關議題之關切，使大專院校學生增進認識能源永續發展的概念，共同為推動永續能源研究之發展貢獻心力。

和小貓一起出發環遊世界，猜猜牠會去哪裡旅行呢？這本可重複使用的魔法水畫書，操作簡單，只要加水就能讓隱藏的圖案和色彩一一浮現。書中有七幅生動場景，畫面乾了還能再玩，適合孩子透過輕鬆的塗畫體驗，發現旅行的驚喜與樂趣。Help Cat get ready for a holiday adventure in this 100% reusable and 100% fun magic water painting book!Join Cat on a holiday adventure around the world. But which countries does Cat visit? Simply pick up the brush pen, paint the magical pages with water, and find out!To bring the seven adorable pictures to life, just add water to the magic painting pen and paint over the white spaces on each right-hand page. You'll gaze with wonder as colour magically appears with each brush of the pen and hidden pictures are revealed.With pictures to discover in every scene, children can colour in the pictures with the magic painting pen included in this book. Using the book is super-simple. Just unscrew the pen tip, add water, then screw back on, and your pen is ready to use! The book is 100% reusable too, with specially designed pages that can be used again and again.Once the water dries on eac

本書八版主要增修如下： 1.全書之附錄用EnterpriseArchitectCASETool實作外，再加上以GPT-4將介面藍圖、介面詞彙與循序圖等生成使用者介面之程式碼(HTML/CSS)與系統頁面，並可以進一步優化成雛形系統，以符合目前的潮流。2.強化附錄3D的物件導向系統，始能清楚地連結物件導向的物件、類別、抽象化、封裝、繼承與同名異式等概念與物件導向程式關係。優化循序圖與行為狀態機圖之塑模方法論(建構原則)等，以提升內容之易用性與正確性。 本書明白揭示結合MDA與UML的物件導向分析與設計，擴充系統之動態行為與靜態結構塑模方法論，以強化物件導向系統分析與設計之實用性與易用性。此外，擴充MDA之轉換方法論及其與CASE工具之整合，以強化系統開發之自動化。內容編排共分四個部分： 1.首先介紹系統開發模式(例如瀑布、雛型、RUP、動態系統開發、Scrum與MDA等模式)，以及模組化系統理論、物件導向技術、物件導向系統與實作，包括物件導向的基本概念(例如物件、類別、抽象化、封裝、繼承與同名異式等)、系統分析與設計塑模工具(如UML)與觀點。2.接著開始介紹系統開發之需求分析與塑模步驟，包括介紹需求擷取方式、塑模工具與方法論、強韌分析，及其產出文件(模式)等。3.再介紹物件導向系統分析與設計步驟，包括物件互動行為塑模、結構塑模、類別正規化等活動、塑模工具與方法論，及其產出模式等。4.最後介紹結合MDA與UML，從系統分析、系統設計至程式模式的轉換步驟與方法論、系統元件與結構塑模工具與方法論，及其產出模式等。 文中以一個案例與CASE工具(含GPT-4)，依上述步驟與方法論進行需求分析、物件導向系統分析與設計塑模，並依各步驟產出之模式進行資訊系統開發，使讀者能清楚瞭解結合MDA與UML進行物件導向系統分析與設計之完整與連貫的塑模概念、活動、模式產出與實作等。 教學配件：教師教學PowerPoint、教師手冊、題庫本書搭配：線上題庫