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Does the following person sound familiar? At the workplace, he/she intimidates fellow workers; exhibits impulsive behavior; demonstrates a lack of remorse; and is glib and superficially charming. Work

Written by her great-great-grandaughter, the biography of one of history's great entrepreneurs and philanthropists, Madam C. J. Walker, is told through personal letters, records, and never-before-seen

Providing new insight on the intellectual and cultural dimensions of the Cold War, Michael Latham reveals how social science theory helped shape American foreign policy during the Kennedy administrati

This charming book contains twelve favorite Spanish folk melodies, arranged by a prominent piano teacher for young students at the elementary level. The lyrics are provided in both Spanish and English

Welcome to the world of traditional Chinese medicine?for cats and dogs! For the growing number of animal lovers seeking an alternative to Western medicine, this thoughtful and comprehensive approach t

套書包含以下兩本9781837250851 LEGO® Classic: 5-Minute Builds (with transparent bricks)9781837250868 LEGO® Pets: Build and Fold Crafts

Everyone loves Willy the wind-up mouse, while Alexander the real mouse is chased away with brooms and mousetraps. Wouldn't it be wonderful to be loved and cuddled, thinks Alexander, and he wishes he c

Frog, Dog, and Pig find ways to share, in this rhyming laugh-out-loud series perfect for beginning readers!National Cartoonists Society Winner for Best Book IllustrationPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Frog and Dog meet a new friend, Pig. But Pig is not good at sharing... in fact, she's a bit of a HOG. She will not share her LOG, she will not share her LUNCH, and she will not share the spotlight! Can these friends find a way to get along? Discover this silly friendship series perfect for beginning readers, from author-illustrator Janee Trasler. Told in three short stories with rhyming text, simple vocabulary, and colorful artwork, this is the just-right book to grow confidence

Frog, Dog, and Goat find ways to stay dry in the rain, in this rhyming laugh-out-loud series for beginning readers!National Cartoonists Society Winner for Best Book IllustrationPick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Frog and Dog are playing in the sun with Goat. But Goat is wearing a raincoat! Dog laughs at Goat's coat. But when it starts to rain, Goat is very glad to have a coat... and a boat. Will Goat let Dog onto the boat? Discover this silly friendship series perfect for beginning readers, from author-illustrator Janee Trasler. Told in three short stories with rhyming text, simple vocabulary, and colorful artwork, this is the just-right book to grow confidence in young readers!

Pluto visits Earth in a truly out-of-this-world adventure!Pluto is not pleased when he learns that astronomers have downgraded him from planet to dwarf planet. He embarks on a fun and out-of-this-worl

一部溫暖真摯、獨具原創性與想像力的故事，教導孩子如何察覺並調節內心的「大情緒」。由新銳作家 Harriet Howe 攜手入圍 Waterstones Children's Book Prize 的插畫家 Katie Cottle 共同打造。每年，Little Wolf 和 Daddy Wolf 都會一起欣賞狼月（Wolf Moon）升起。兩隻狼單獨作伴，依偎在寬闊的夜空下。但今年的這趟旅程看起來比以往更盛大、也更熱鬧……這一次，所有的兄弟姊妹和小狼崽們全都要一起來。Little Wolf 擔心一切會變得不一樣……果不其然，真的完全不同了。隨著情況愈來愈糟，奇特的情緒開始在 Little Wolf 的肚子裡翻騰、並在他的毛皮間滋滋作響。不久之後，他覺得自己變得又大又兇。他氣呼呼地喘著氣、吹著氣……Daddy Wolf 能在為時已晚之前，幫助 Little Wolf 控制住他的怒氣與喘息嗎？並教會他作為一隻狼非常特別的一部分？這本令人安心的繪本充滿童話般的故事敘述，以及深入的角色與世界觀建立，能在孩子面臨「大情緒」需要處理時提供溫柔支持。非常適合《Barbara Throws a Wobbler》、《The Colour Monster》以及 Tom Percival 的《Big Bright Feelings》系列粉絲。A heartfelt, original and imaginative story about recognising and managing BIG feelings. Brought to life by rising star author, Harriet Howe, and Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlistee illustrator, Katie Cottle.Every year, Little Wolf and Daddy Wolf watch the Wolf Moon rise. Two wolves, alone together, under the big night sky. But this year's trip is looking to be a little bit BIGGER and BUSIER than usual... This time al

An exploration of the amazing science of sound and space – packed with incredible facts and stunning illustrations.Did you know....That sound travels faster underwater?Or that crickets hear with their knees?Or that astronauts have played musical instruments in space?Join Dr Sheila Kanani on a fascinating exploration of the world of sound and space science! You'll start with the sound technology we use every day, then explore the natural world including animal noises, thunder and earthquakes, before jetting off into space to discover what sound might be like on other planets. And yes, you'll even find out whether it’s possible to get music on the moon!You'll discover mind-blowing facts about sound and space – for example:Did you know you can getmarsquakes as well as earthquakes?Or that the president of the United States once made a phone call to the moon?Or that astronaut Chris Hadfield filmed a viral music video in space?With stunning full-colour illustrations by Liz Kay that bring the

本套書包含以下10本--Narwhal: Unicorn of the SeaNarwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do they love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together.Super Narwhal and Jelly JoltHappy-go-lucky Narwhal and no-nonsense Jelly find their inner superheroes in three new under-the-sea adventures. In the first story, Narwhal’s superhero alter-ego is revealed, and Narwhal enlists Jelly to help figure out what their superpower is. Next, Narwhal helps a friend find his way back home. In the third story, Jelly is feeling blue and Narwhal comes to the rescue. Ben Clanton showcases the joys of friendship and the power of believing in yourself and others through this irresistible duo.Peanut Butter and JellyNarwhal and Jelly are back and Narwhal has a new obsession . . . peanut butter! Narwhal is so obsessed they even want to change their name to . . . that's right . . . Peanut

Learning to fly at the Unicornia Academy of Magic. A glittery birthday celebration at a magical theme park. A magical baking competition full of sugar and surprises. Practising a dance routine on a sparkling rainbow stage. All of it taking place in a land where unicorns are everywhere! For beginning chapter-book readers who adore a certain mythical beast, this delightful boxed set of four paperback stories is guaranteed to make an enchanting gift.Includes:Unicornia: Learning to FlyUnicornia: A Magical BirthdayUnicornia: The Cupcake ContestUnicornia: The Dance Show

本套書收錄 Freida McFadden 三部懸疑驚悚作品：The Teacher、The Coworker、The Boyfriend。故事主題環繞謊言、操縱與不可信任的人心。在 The Teacher 中，數學老師 Eve 表面生活安穩，卻被捲入一起學生與教師間的醜聞漩渦，真相遠比流言更危險。The Coworker 描述會計員 Dawn 的失蹤引發一連串意外，她的同事 Natalie 卻發現自己與這宗案件糾纏不清。The Boyfriend 則講述 Sydney 遇見夢想情人，卻在連環兇案的陰影下懷疑對方的真實身份。📖 亮點特色★ 三篇獨立懸疑故事，一次收藏★ 善用多重視角揭露真相★ 劇情節奏緊湊，結局反轉驚人Deceit runs deep. Trust no one....Dive into Freida McFadden at her most diabolical - times three.From #1 New York Times bestseller and TikTok sensation comes a collection of three twisted thrillers: The Teacher, The Coworker, and The Boyfriend.The TeacherEve has a good life. She gets up each day, gets a kiss from her husband Nate, and heads off to teach math at the local high school. All is as it should be. Except...Last year, Caseham High was rocked by a scandal involving a student-teacher affair, with one student, Addie, at its center. But Eve knows there is far more to these ugly rumors than meets the eye.Addie can't be trusted. She lies. She hurts people. She destroys lives

These women have secrets--and nothing to lose....Three psychological thrillers. Endless mind games.Dive into three of #1 New York Times and international bestselling Freida McFadden's mind-bending thrillers - Never Lie, Ward D, and The Locked Door.Never LieNewlyweds Tricia and Ethan are searching for the house of their dreams. They think they've found it when they visit the remote manor that once belonged to Dr. Adrienne Hale, a renowned psychiatrist who vanished without a trace years ago. But when a violent winter storm traps them at the estate, the house begins to lose its appeal.Stuck inside and growing restless, Tricia stumbles on a collection of audio transcripts from Dr. Hale's sessions with patients. As Tricia listens to the cassette tapes, she learns about the terrifying chain of events leading up to the doctor's mysterious disappearance.With each tape, another shocking piece of the puzzle falls into place, and a web of lies slowly unravels. But by the time Tricia reaches the f

Get ready for adventure with this dazzling edition of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! J.K. Rowling's complete and unabridged text is accompanied by stunning, full-colour illustrations throughout and eight paper-engineered interactive elements. Readers will love looking inside the Weasleys' magical tent at the Quidditch World Cup, watching the Dark Mark appear in the sky and following Harry into the lake during the Triwizard Tournament!Beautifully made and visually breathtaking, this is a special gift for Harry Potter fans of all ages. A wonderful addition to any collector's bookshelf, it is also an enchanting way to share this beloved series with a new generation of readers.

An interactive festive picture book – a delightful stocking filler for babies and toddlers!Penguin and his Christmas friends are delivering presents. Knock on the door and open it to discover who lives in each little house. Will it be Santa? Will it be Reindeer or perhaps, just perhaps, it’s you! With joyful rhyming text, shaped doors to open on every page and a surprise mirror ending, this picture book is full of the joy of the season.Collect all the titles in the series:Guess Who? Boo to You!Guess Who? I Love You!

Isadora Moon 是個與眾不同的小女孩——媽媽是仙子，爸爸是吸血鬼，而她剛好介於兩者之間。這次她和朋友 Araminta 一起去聽閃電搖滾樂團 Glitterbat 的演唱會，音樂風格電力十足、帶點哥德味。她迫不及待想將新學的舞步帶回學校，但同學會欣賞嗎？本系列以獨特角色與粉黑插圖呈現魔法世界中「與眾不同」的美，是初階閱讀者認識自我與包容他人的溫柔故事。*本書有刷銀邊*Half vampire, half fairy, totally unique!Isadora is special because she is different. Her mum is a fairy and her dad is a vampire and she's a bit of both. Isadora is so excited.She has been invited to go to a pop concert with her friend, Araminta. She has never seen a band like Glitterbat before. The music is gothic and vampire-y and ELECTRIC.She can't wait to show the dance moves to her friends at school. But will they understand, or will they think her vampire music is a bit strange?With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming and funny series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice

This is the way we brush our teeth.Do you know what to do?First open up the cupboard.Now which brush belongs to you?Get ready to brush your teeth in this adorable slider book, full of gentle messages to help little ones with their daily routines.This rhyming story is perfect for reading aloud together with toddlers, building familiarity and confidence about tooth-brushing, and introducing some fun ideas for all the family to try. Little ones will love to slide the toothbrush from side to side, turn the wheel to make water come out of the tap and lift a flap to see teddy brush his teeth.For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips to help you and your child, consulted by Early Years expert Lizzie Noble.

The breathtaking graphic novel follow-up toSaving Sorya – Chang and the Sun Bear, winner of the Yoto Carnegie Medal for IllustrationWhen Chang meets an elderly elephant named H’non, she makes a promise to rescue her from a lifetime of captivity. Together, they embark on a quest to find a new home where H’non can live as nature intended – wild and free.Created by environmental activist Trang Nguyen – who was featured as one of the environmental heroes in episode eight of the BBC’s Planet Earth III – and award-winning manga artist Jeet Zdung,Saving H'non: Chang and the Elephantis an inspirational adventure, based on a true story, about a young conservationist who overcomes the odds to give H'non the elephant the life she deserves after 50 years of hardship.Chang’s daring story is for any young reader, animal lover and intrepid explorer who’s ready for adventure!Praise forSaving Sorya – Chang and the Sun Bear'A beautiful, moving and uplifting tale of perseverance and overcoming challenge,

蟄伏整理？蓄勢待發！文物市場最新指標，收錄2024年度精品近4,350件 2024年是華人文物藝術市場整理蟄伏的一年。相較於2023年，彼時文物市場仍可見到人民幣破億元拍品，而且價格高於人民幣五千萬元亦超過十件（不包含書畫）；時至2024年，華人文物藝術市場中高成交價精品大幅減少，突破人民幣五千萬元的文物拍品（不包含書畫）萎縮至僅存三件，由此足見2024年文物市場的回調與修正幅度不可謂不深。2024年時，華人文物最高價拍品為倫敦蘇富比「明嘉靖 五彩魚藻紋蓋罐一對」，於當年11月6日以963萬英鎊成交。次高價者為佳士得香港「清雍正 釉裡紅波濤錐拱蒼龍教子圖梅瓶」，於當年5月30日以港幣7812.5萬元成交。 2025年伊始，美國新任總統川普就職，並揭櫫「美國優先」政策，在國家利益至上的原則下，不論是否為美國盟友，都以大幅提高貿易進口稅額為武器，同步開打貿易戰，讓全球經濟情勢更顯詭譎多變、難以預料。華人藝術市場的重鎮中國大陸則首當衝擊，對其製造業商品出口量及經濟增長影響甚大。中國官方為因應貿易戰局勢，開始政策轉向，首先鼓勵私營企業發展，另透過較寬鬆的貨幣政策等措施，刺激內需經濟發展，欲保持得來不易的經濟成長率，並企盼市場經濟蓄積能量，能有轉穩向上的基礎與環境。 《2025文物拍賣大典》收錄2024年度全球文物拍賣精品近4,350件，協助讀者精準掌握2024年拍賣市場的現況與展望。全書依宋元明清瓷器、高古陶器、銅器、佛像雕塑、玉器、鼻煙壺、文房雜項等共8大類排行榜與市場分析專文，理性解讀全年度藝術市場亮點及未來趨勢，可做為市場新鮮人的入門指南，或是資深藏家、學者、藝術投資業者及愛好者的輔佐圖鑑，屬於面向廣袤、內容豐富之拍賣市場參考書冊。【七大特色】1. 《2025文物拍賣大典》收錄全球約75家拍賣公司精品近4,350件，數量最豐，取樣最廣：收錄港台、大陸、歐美各大拍賣公司年度春秋季的拍賣精品，佐以圖表分析，完整呈現8大類近4,350筆拍品精美圖文紀錄。同時收錄該年度「藝術文物市場解析」專文，由全球經濟動向切入，深入分析市場現象；以及年度〈中國瓷器十大賞析〉、〈中國工藝品十大賞析〉，詳盡介紹前十大頂級拍品；還有「歷年中國文物前十大排行榜」及該年度「中國文物分類排行榜」，為讀者提供多面向的參考資料。2. 拍品資訊中英對照。3. 附加各類排行榜佐以圖表與專文解析。4. 全彩

* 5 STARRED REVIEWS ** “Lively, interactive...truly eye-opening."—Booklist* “A sincere reflection on childhood...growing up in a world not built with him in mind."—Publishers Weekly* “A superb middle grade memoir that champions empathy and understanding on every level.”—BookPage* “Game-changing curriculum add for any teacher”—The Bulletin for the Center of Children’s Books* “A moving memoir…this is an important book for all readers.”—School Library JournalFrom Emmy Award–winning documentary filmmaker James Robinson comes a breathtaking illustrated memoir for readers ages 10 and up—inspired by the viral, Emmy-nominated short film Whale Eyes.Told through an experimental mix of intimate anecdotes and interactive visuals, this book immerses readers in James's point of view, allowing them to see the world through his disabling eye conditions. Readers will get lost as they chase words. They'll stare into this book while taking a vision test. They'll hold it upside down as they practice "pret

From one of our foremost psychologists, a trailblazing book that turns the idea of a good life on its head and urges us to embrace the transformative power of variety and experience.For many people, a good life is a stable life, a comfortable life that follows a well-trodden path. This is the case for Shigehiro Oishi's father, who has lived in a small mountain town in Japan for his entire life, putting his family's needs above his own, like his father and grandfather before him. But is a happy life, or even a meaningful life, also a good life?InLife in Three Dimensions, Shige Oishi enters into a debate that has animated psychology since 1984, when Ed Diener (Oishi's mentor) published a paper that launched happiness studies. A rival followed in 1989 with a model of a good life that focused on purpose and meaning instead. In recent years, Shige Oishi's award-winning work has proposed a third dimension to a good life:psychological richness,a concept that prioritizes curiosity, exploration

Initially, dressed like a Buddhist monk, he slipped into the country, where he impressed everyone he met with his secret weapons: remarkable memory techniques and the latest Western science.

The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of MrBeast!With over 215 million subscribers, MrBeast has the second most-subscribed channel on YouTube, and he is constantly going viral for his attention-grabbing stunts.Packed with fun facts and quick quizzes about the YouTube sensation, as well as bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any MrBeast fan.

★溫暖的聖誕冒險故事★一天一章節，最有儀式感的聖誕節橋樑書★每章節附上聖誕小勞作與食譜，讓閱讀更增添趣味在溫暖迷人的前部作品【How Winston Delivered Christmas】之後，再次跟著小老鼠溫斯頓一同來場假期冒險之旅吧！距離聖誕節還剩五天，小老鼠溫斯頓因為一首歌模糊的想起了一位曾經很重要的朋友，但會是誰呢？於是溫斯頓在許多朋友的幫忙下，展開了一場冒險之旅，來尋找這位特別的朋友，而在途中也遇到了許多新的夥伴，一起幫助他來解開這趟旅程中的謎團。本書以二十四章半的章節所組成，適合在12月聖誕節時每天一倒數念一個章節，直到聖誕節當天，便可以知道溫斯頓心中那位特別的朋友是誰囉！每個章節都會附上聖誕節相關的小勞作，甚至食譜等等，讓孩子除了跟小老鼠一起冒險之外，還可以佈置家裡的聖誕裝飾，以及簡單的料理出聖誕點心與家人一同分享。Join Winston the mouse on another holiday adventure in this charming sequel to How Winston Delivered Christmas!With five days until Christmas, Winston has a fuzzy memory of a song and someone important to him who is lost—but who could it be? With the help of his friends, Winston sets off on an adventure to find this very special someone. Along the way, Winston meets delightful new friends that help him get closer to solving the mystery. A follow-up to 2019's How Winston Delivered Christmas, How Winston Came Home for Christmas is an illustrated book written in twenty-four-and-a-half chapters, one to be read each night in D

本書收錄五封來自聖誕老公公親筆回信的信件，設計師 Annie Atkins 以她在《The Grand Budapest Hotel》等電影的精緻美術風格，打造出一場北極工坊的夢幻聖誕。世界各地的孩子寫信提出心願，竟真的收到來自聖誕老人的回信，每封信都可親手取出閱讀，並附上精靈們繪製的禮物藍圖。書中細描北極的日常：馴鹿如何站著睡覺、聖誕夜該準備什麼點心、他又是如何在一夜間繞遍全球。插畫家 Fia Tobing 的筆觸溫暖柔和，讓節日氣氛充滿手作質感。這是一本能與孩子一起朗讀、在冬夜裡慢慢打開的節慶故事。・附可拆信件五封，真實重現北極郵局風格・Annie Atkins 首部童書作品，融入電影級視覺設計・適合聖誕節暖心收藏Read five letters from Santa Claus himself in this beautifully illustrated book from renowned designer Annie Atkins. Five children from all around the world write to Santa Claus with ideas for Christmas gifts and are amazed when he writes back! Discover five letters from Santa that children can pull out and read, each accompanied by a blueprint for their gift made by the elves in Santa's Workshop. In each letter the hidden world of the North Pole is revealed, from how reindeer can sleep standing up to what snacks Santa would like left out on Christmas Eve and how he gets round the world so quickly.But will the gifts the children have requested be made in time?This nostalgic, fes

★ 2023 Brilliant Book Awards 得獎作品★ 暢銷橋梁書《MARV》系列超人氣冒險★ 太空中心大危機！外星軍團突襲地球★ 想像力 × 善良力量，普通男孩也能拯救世界普通男孩 Marvin 發現一套神祕超級戰衣，只要穿上就能變身為英雄 MARV。在太空中心校外教學時，邪惡反派 Cosmic 帶著外星夥伴闖入，企圖偷走火箭。Marv 和機器人夥伴 Pixel 必須挺身而出阻止陰謀。節奏刺激又幽默的橋梁書冒險，讓孩子在閱讀中感受勇氣、想像力與成長的力量。Winner of the Brilliant Book Awards 2023 '. . .a powerful series of one boy's journey to unlock the superhero within.' - Books for TopicsFrom World Book Day super duo Alex Falase-Koya and Paula Bowles comes another superpowered MARV adventure-the perfect story for young superhero fans. When ordinary boy Marvin wears his super-suit he becomes MARV. A superhero with infinite powers .. . In Marv and the Alien Invasion, Marvin is on a school trip to the Space Centre when supervillain Cosmic and his mischievous alien sidekicks crash on to the scene.After causing complete chaos, Cosmic heads off to steal the Space Centre's rocket. Marvin and Pixel won't let them get away with this. It's time for Marvin to become MARV-unstoppable, invincible, and totally MARV

A 300-piece jigsaw of a wintry woodland scene, with a picture puzzle book.This delightful pack contains a 300-piece jigsaw of a beautiful forest scene for children to assemble, as well as a picture puzzle book teeming with forest animals and objects to spot, match and count. Can you find foxes wearing hats, a lost cat, an otter with swimming goggles and lots more?

The Princess in Black may know how to handle all kinds of monsters, but a kitten set on destruction? Me-OW! Duchess Wigtower had heard that pets are fun, but all her kitten has gotten her is nine lives' worth of problems. Eeeeek! It's time for someone else to deal with this catastrophe. Princess Magnolia is thrilled when a kitten lands on her doorstep, but just as she's about to play with Plumpkins (or should it be Hugmaster Floof?) the monster alarm goes off. When Princess Magnolia returns to her castle, her furry companion has carved up the wallpaper! In fact, each time Princess Magnolia leaves to help the Goat Avenger fight a very grouchy monster, her feline friend wreaks havoc. Has the Princess in Black finally met her match? Ten years after she first donned her cape, the Princess in Black returns for a purrfectly hilarious entry to the New York Times best-selling series.

A 300-piece jungle animal-themed jigsaw with a book of jungle picture puzzles.A brilliantly colourful 300-piece jigsaw showing a busy jungle scene, plus a picture puzzle book, presented together in a sturdy box. Both the jigsaw and book are packed with things to spot. Can you find a sloth wearing slippers, crocodiles hiding in the water, toucans with identical beaks and lots more?