Conversations With Scripture

夏天的漂鳥，到我窗前來唱歌，又飛去了。秋天的黃葉，沒有歌唱，只嘆息一聲，飄落在那裡。──《漂鳥集》‧1Stray birds of summer come to my window to sing and fly away.And yellow leaves of autumn, which have no songs, flutter and fall there with a sigh.—St

If a child lives with friendliness, he learns that the world is a nice place in which to live. 如果孩子生活在友善的環境中，他學會以正向積極的態度去面對周遭的世界。 &nbs

One girl sets out on a journey across the treacherous Arizona desert to rescue a young pilot stranded after a plane crash in this gripping story of survival, friendship, and rescue from a bestselling and award-winning author.​Twelve-year-old Jolene spends every day she can at the library watching her favorite livestream:The Desert Aviator, where twelve-year-old “Addie Earhart”shares her adventures flying an ultralight plane over the desert. While watching this daring girl fly through the sky, Jolene can dream of what it would be like to fly with her, far away from her own troubled home life where her mother struggles with a narcotic addiction. And Addie, who is grieving the loss of her father, finds solace in her online conversations with Jolene, her biggest—and only—fan.Then, one day, it all goes wrong: Addie's engine abruptly stops, and Jolene watches in helpless horror as the ultralight plummets to the ground and the video goes dark. Jolene knows that Addie won’t survive long in the

Race Cars is a children's book about white privilege created to help parents and educators facilitate tough conversations about race, privilege and oppression. Written by a clinical social worker and child therapist with experience in anti-bias training and edited by a diversity expert, Race Cars tells the story of 2 best friends, a white car and a black car, that have different experiences and face different rules while entering the same race. Filled with bright, attention-grabbing illustrations, a notes and activities section at the back helps parents, guardians and teachers further discuss these issues with children.Why is this book important? As early as 6 months old, a baby's brain can notice race-based differences; children ages 2 to 4 can internalise racial bias and start assigning meaning to race; and 5- to 8-year-olds begin to place value judgments on similarities and differences. By age 12, children have a complete set of stereotypes about every racial, ethnic and religious g

千禧時代的代言人──莎莉‧魯尼最新作品《美麗的世界，你在哪裡》原文書。四名即將踏入三十歲的年輕人的命運故事…我們要在哪裡生活，要過哪一種生活？今天人們還能相信存在一個美麗的世界嗎？The instant #1 New York Times bestselling novel by Sally Rooney, author of Normal People and Conversations with Friends.“Beautiful World, Where Are You is Rooney’s best novel yet. Funny and smart, full of sex and love and people doing their best to connect.” ―Brandon Taylor, The New York Times Book ReviewAlice, a novelist, meets Felix, who works in a warehouse, and asks him if he’d like to travel to Rome with her. In Dublin, her best friend, Eileen, is getting over a breakup, and slips back into flirting with Simon, a man she has known since childhood.Alice, Felix, Eileen, and Simon are still young―but life is catching up with them. They desire each other, they delude each other, they get together, they break apart. They have sex, they worry about sex, they worry about their friendships and the world they live in. Are they standing in the last lighted room before the darkness, bearing witness to s

這真是一筆非常不尋常的借據條約。若安東尼歐無法及時償還他積欠的債務，他將欠貪婪的夏洛克一磅肉！一切看似無望了──直到聰明的年輕女子波西亞，大膽地在安東尼歐的法庭上假扮法官。“The devil can quote Scripture for his own purposes.”魔鬼會為了他自己的意圖而引述聖經文句。(Act I, Scene III) “All that glitters is n

Join in this popular nursery rhyme as you slide and play with this interactive board book!Sing along with your baby as you help Little Bo Peep find her lost sheep with this sturdy book that encourages language development. Use the Stories Aloud QR code to listen to the song and join in the words as you pull the sliders and spin the wheel. The perfect first introduction to this classic nursery rhyme. Other titles in the series: Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush, Five Little Speckled Frog, Polly Put the Kettle On, Old MacDonald Had a Farm and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, plus many more.

Celebrate beloved felines, Eric Carle's favorite animals, with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this loving book featuring Eric Carle's delightful illustrations!The Very Hungry Caterpillar knows there's nothing like the bond between cat lovers and their cats. This keepsake is the perfect way to celebrate cherished pets, so give the gift of love with sweet sentiments and Eric Carle's charming illustrations.

Join in this popular nursery rhyme as you slide and play with this interactive board book!Sing along with your baby as you do the actions to Pat-a-Cake with this sturdy book that encourages language development. Use the Stories Aloud QR code to listen to the song and join in the words as you pull the sliders and spin the wheel. The perfect first introduction to this classic nursery rhyme. Other titles in the series: Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush, Five Little Speckled Frog, Polly Put the Kettle On, Old MacDonald Had a Farm and Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star, plus many more.

This is the biography of the renowned Austrian-Taiwanese pianist Mr. Rueibin Chen.Departing from traditional biographical formats, Dr. Tzu Yu Allison Lin presents Mr. Chen’s life story in a poetic form. These bio-poems are elegant and profound, weaving together music, art, and literature to tell the pianist’s story.Interspersed between the poems are conversations between the two authors, offering readers intimate glimpses into Mr. Chen’s thoughts, experiences, and inner world.這是奧地利華裔鋼琴家陳瑞斌先生的傳記——理應是傳記，卻不走尋常路。訪談人兼作者林孜郁博士以詩的形式書寫傳記，用詩語代筆，勾勒鋼琴家的生命風景。這些「傳記詩」優雅而深刻，如同一段段樂章，交織著音樂、藝術與文學的氣息。書中更穿插兩位作者的對談錄，宛如即興的音符，在詩行之間流動，輕輕揭開陳瑞斌先生的思想與靈魂輪廓，讓讀者在字句中貼近他的藝術人生。

Let’s read comics! I Can ReadComicsis an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.Hide & Seek with Clyde & Monique: Clyde in Plain Sightis the newest offering from comics powerhouse Graham Annable.Monique is excited to play with her best friend, Clyde! Clyde claims to be the best hider, but Monique is determined to prove him wrong in this fun seek-along game of hide and seek.Hide & Seek with Clyde and Monique: Clyde in Plain Sightis a Level Two I Can ReadComic, geared toward kids who are comfortable with comics, can read on their own, but still need a little help.

The #1 bestselling Magic Tree House series is ready to whisk you away across the world with Jack and Annie--this time to rescue little horses in Mongolia! Perfect for chapter book readers.The wind started to blow. . . and a new magical journey unfolds when the tree house lands in Mongolia! Jack and Annie can hear the drum beat of horses hoofs. The little horses of Mongolia are returning from near extinction and the kids get to meet the people who take care of them. But the horses are still in danger when wolves show up nearby. . . Can Jack and Annie protect the last of the little horses? Did you know that there's a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter booksMerlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced readerFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventuresGraphic Novels: Relive the original adventures brought to life with art by Kelly & Nichole MatthewsIf you're lo

Leroy the lion loves to roar and play with his friends, but one day, he falls sick with an illness he does not understand. Find out how Leroy faces leukaemia In this heartwarming story that builds ernpathy and understanding for those around us who may be in need of our love.The Baby Bear Paediatric Care Series features stories of compassion, focusing on pressing conditions and illnesses facing children in today's world Through engaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations, children, parents and educators will learn about various childhood conditions, and how they are addressed by doctors and hospitals. The series aims to spark discussion, and to build awareness and hope in children and adults.ABOUT THE AUTHORDr Christopher Seow is a paediatric doctor at the KK Women's and Children's Hospital. His special interests are in paediatric infectious diseases and paediatric oncology. He is also a proud parent of two beautiful daughters and particularly enjoys reading stories to them. While

Wallace the whale loves to sing! But with his asthma, will he be able to fulfil his dreams of winning the Meadowtown singing competition? Come join Wallace in his journey as he learns how to cope with his asthmaThe Baby Bear Paediatric Care Series features stories of compassion, focusing on pressing conditions and illnesses facing children in today's world. Throughengaging storytelling and beautiful illustrations, children, parents and educators will learn about various childhood conditions, and how they are addressed by doctors and hospitals. The series aims to spark discussion, and to build awareness and hope in children and adults.ABOUT THE AUTHORSDr Leon Tan Yuan Rul is a paediatric resident based in KK Women's and Children's Hospital. Passionate in helping his young patients, he hopes to be able to play a part in motivating children in their asthma journeys.Dr Ting Chun Yi is an Associate Consultant with the Respiratory Medicine Service at KK Women's and Children's Hospital. She i

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.

當外星人登陸地球並要求你成為他的嚮導時，你會怎麼做？來自 Pootoon 的好奇外星人 Zolo 已登陸地球！史賓賽和路克需要引導他探索我們星球的奇蹟。加入古怪的三人組，踏上一生難忘的冒險之旅，從發現世界上最高的樹到重溫佐洛作為吊艙賽車手的秘密過去。Spencer Science 由來自 KooBits 的才華橫溢的插畫家和教育專家團隊創立，KooBits 是一家屢獲殊榮的教育科技領導者，自 2014 年以來在其平台上擁有超過 250,000 名活躍用戶。系列特點：• 掌握關鍵科學詞彙• 將科學應用於現實生活• 將學習與樂趣融為一體• 為孩子提供有意義的娛樂• 孩子們喜愛的幽默與古怪！What do you do when an alien lands on Earth and asks you to be his guide?Zolo, the curious alien from Pootoon, has landed on Earth! It's up to Spencer and LUKE to guide him through our planet's wonders. Join the quirky trio as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime, from discovering the world's tallest tree to revisiting Zolo's secret past as a pod racer.Spencer Science is created by a team of talented illustrators and education experts from KooBits, an award-winning EdTech leader with over 250,000 active users on its platforms since 2015.Series features:• Pick Up Key Science Vocabulary• Apply Science to Real Life• Blend Learning with Fun• Entertain Children Meaningfully• Humour and Wackines

Join the Very Hungry Caterpillar for a very exciting birthday party! It's a busy day as everyone gets ready for a special birthday celebration. Animal friends scurry about, preparing decorations and more for the fun festivities. This sweet board book, with its sparkly cover and a special fold-out surprise at the end, is the perfect gift for the littlest readers!

Spend a day at the beach with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!It's time for some fun in the sun! Play with beach toys, collect seashells, and splash in the water in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

Learn why it rains with the help of The Very Hungry Caterpillar!In this nonfiction story, young readers can discover what rain is and why it falls. The miracles of nature come to life in this early-learning series centered around weather, featuring simple text and Eric Carle's classic illustrations!

Meet Hotdog, the wiener dog, and his friends! In this colorful illustrated chapter book series, Anh Do introduces us to a small hero with a big heart.Hotdog and his friends are going on a mad adventure to help a baby bird find his missing mom! They'll climb to crazy heights to find her! But can they handle dirty diapers and karate-chopping roosters along the way?

Meet Hotdog, the wiener dog, and his friends! In this colorful illustrated chapter book series, Anh Do introduces us to a small hero with a big heart.It's Kev's birthday, so Hotdog and Lizzie are throwing him a surprise party! There'll be cake, games, and magic tricks! But will a rude rooster and a cranky donkey ruin the day?

Spend a day in the snow with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! It's a winter wonderland outside! Build a snowman, admire the falling snowflakes, and enjoy more frosty fun in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

A sing-along slider book of this classic nursery rhyme that is perfect for babies and toddlers. An adorable sing-along board book story, with five robust board sliders - easy for little hands to use! With bright illustrations this book makes the perfect gift for a baby or toddler!Each board book comes with a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!There are loads of titles to collect... Sing Along with Me! The Wheels on the BusSing Along with Me! Five Little Speckled FrogsSing Along with Me! Old Macdonald Had a FarmSing Along with Me! Here We Go Round the Mulberry BushSing Along with Me! Row, Row, Row Your Boat ...and many more!

Dharma the Llama doesn't run with the herd. She likes to do things her own way. The other llamas don’t understand why she's always reading. But when the herd get into trouble, can Dharma's books save the day?

Set in the world of the award-winning Eraser, a story about finding your courage and learning that it’s OK to fail when you try your best.Marker is one of the teacher’s go-to school supplies. Her work is tip-top, and she always makes a lasting impression. That is, until Pinking Shears, a.k.a. Pink, arrives and dazzles everyone with her sharp creations. No longer the star of the desk, Marker begins to make mistakes. The trouble is, they can’t just be erased; her work is permanent, and she’s not allowed to fail. Or so she thinks…until a realization helps her rediscover her Marker magic.

Spend a day at school with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!It's a busy day at school with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! From greeting the teacher to reading a book, get ready to celebrate learning in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art.

The next in the explosively funny series . . .Perfect for fans of The DInosaur That Pooped series. Sir Wayne and his dragon are BACK and this time they're out to rescue a princess held captive by a Big Bad Beast. But WHO exactly will save her? Sir Wayne: who can climb every wall - no moat is too deep, no tower too tall.Or Dragon: so muscly and lean - he can fly and fart flames, he's a fighting machine! If ONLY there was a way to get the best of both... This bestselling series is as funny as it is farty, for fans of The Dinosaur Who Pooped series, and I Need a New Bum! Look out for more fart-tastic fun here:The Dragon with the Blazing Bottom The Knight with the Blazing Bottom

An adorable sing-along board book, with five robust board sliders that are easy for little hands to use. Colourful frogs and a cheerful nursery song that is full of repetition will help children begin to learn their numbers and count down from five to one in a fun and interactive way.Each board book includes a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery song – simply click on the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!With bright illustrations, this book makes the perfect gift this Easter and beyond. Look out for other titles in this bestselling series from Nosy Crow.

An adorable sing-along board book story, with five robust board sliders – easy for little hands to use!Each board book comes with a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme – simply scan the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!With bright illustrations this series make the perfect Christmas gift for a baby or toddler!There are loads of titles to collect…Sing Along with Me! The Wheels on the BusSing Along with Me! If You’re Happy and You Know itSing Along with Me! Old Macdonald Had a FarmSing Along with Me! Row, Row, Row Your Boat…and many more!

Look for the major motion picture Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, inspired by the beloved children’s books by Bernard Waber.When the Primm family moves to New York City and into the house on East 88th Street, they are surprised to find a crocodile living in their attic. But Lyle isn’t a regular crocodile—he’s playful, and friendly, and he can sing! Sing along with Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile in this board book.

《與更多材料一起冒險》沉浸式接觸天然和合成材料及其迷人特性的。鳳梨如何能製成衣服？蜂蠟只適合蜜蜂使用嗎？是什麼讓鉑金有這麼多用途與珍貴？發現竹炭的多功能性；踏入熱變色的繽紛世界。並目睹新型態環保膠料「Shrilk」製作背後的創意! 從烏木森林到蜂巢，從餐廳廚房到每個人的家中，以前所未有的方式體驗材料的用途!Adventures with More Materials is an immersive encounter with natural and synthetic materials, and their fascinating properties. How can pineapples be turned into clothes? Is beeswax only meant for bees? What makes platinum so useful and precious? Discover the versatility of bamboo charcoal. Step into the colourful world of thermochromism. And witness the creativity behind the making of Shrilk! From forests of ebony trees to bee hives, and from restaurant kitchens to your own homes, experience the usefulness of materials as never before!

《與更多自然奇觀一起冒險》讓我們一起身歷其境的接觸世界上許多令人讚嘆的自然奇觀。你在哪裡可以找到會唱歌的沙子？是什麼讓舞草跳起舞來？墨西哥跳豆真的會跳動嗎？攀登岩石斜坡到挪威著名的聖壇岩；驚嘆於奈卡礦的水晶；和數以百萬計的水母一起漂流；從粉紅色的沙灘到冒著泡泡的泥漿池，從陡峭的懸崖到海洋深處，體驗前所未有並令人敬畏的自然奇觀Adventures with More Natural Wonders is an immersive encounter with even more breathtaking natural wonders of our world. Where can you find singing sand? What makes the telegraph plant dance? Do Mexican jumping beans really jump? Scale a rocky slope to Pulpit Rock. Be awed by the crystals of Naica Mine. And drift about with millions of jellyfish. From the pink sandy beaches to bubbling mud pools, and from steep cliffs to the depths of the ocean, experience awe-inspiring natural wonders as never before!

《有用的植物和真菌歷險記》身歷其境的接觸多種的植物和真菌，以及它們在我們生活中的用途。為什麼紅樹林會有如此獨特的根系？我們可以用什麼植物來驅趕蚊子？我們如何從蘑菇中獲取皮革？漫步在色彩斑斕的羽扇豆(又稱魯冰花)的花田中；在森林中尋找靈芝與蘑菇；觀察小小的水草。從開花的植物到不開花的植物，從森林到廣闊的田野，以前所未有的方式體驗植物和真菌的壯觀世界。Adventures with Useful Plants and Fungi is an immersive encounter with many more species of plants and fungi and their usefulness in our lives. Why do mangrove trees have such unique roots? What plants can we use to repel mosquitoes? How do we get leather from mushrooms? Stroll through the colourful fields of lupin flowers. Search the forest for reishi mushrooms. Observe the tiny watermeal plants. From the flowering to the non-flowering plants, from the forests to open fields, experience with spectacular world of plants and fungi as never before!

《發現與發明歷險記》身歷其境接觸對對我們生活產生巨大影響的重要發現和發明。是誰想出協助盲人閱讀的方法？萊特兄弟是如何讓他們的夢想起飛的？超越蛋(Beyond Eggs)是什麼？了解拱門如何穩定建築物。透過雷文霍克(Antonie van Leeuwenhoek)的顯微鏡觀察微觀生物；並從蔡倫的堅持不懈中得到啟發。從馬車到無人駕駛汽車，從X射線到魚菜共生系統，以前所未有的方式體驗世界上偉大發現和發明背後的創造力。Adventures with Discoveries and Inventions is an immersive encounter with important discoveries and inventions that have made a great impact on our lives. Who came up with a way to help the blind read? How did the Wright brothers make their dreams take flight? What are Beyond Eggs? Learn how arches can stabilise buildings. Observe the microworld through van Leeuwenhoek's microscope. And be inspired by Cai Lun's perseverance. From horse carriages to driverless cars, and from x-rays to aquaponics systems, experience the creativity behind some of the world's great discoveries and inventions as never before!

《瀕危動物歷險記》身歷其境的接觸超過15種獨特的生物，而他們有可能永遠消失在我們的世界。為什麼丹頂鶴會跳舞？巴西三帶犰狳能變成一顆球？為什麼北海狗的數量在不斷減少？與世界上最大的魚類--鯨鯊一起游泳；欣賞稀有而美麗的白鱀豚；在京那岸巴當河與婆羅洲象一起玩耍；從冰冷的海水到竹林，從熱帶森林到自然保護區，以前所未有的方式認識這些難以捉摸的瀕危生物!Adventures with Endangered Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 15 unique creatures in danger of being lost to our world forever. Why do red-crowned cranes dance? How is the Brazilian three-banded armadillo able to turn into a ball? Why are the northern fur seals decreasing in number? Swim with the world's largest fish, the whale shark. Admire the rare and beautiful baiji. And play with the Borneo elephants in the Kinabatangan River. From the freezing ocean waters to bamboo forests, and from tropical forests to nature reserves, experience these elusive endangered creatures as never before!

Introduce your child to new situations through these entertaining and sensitively written stories, which are perfect for reading together. Each story is packed with facts and humour to familiarise your child with what to expect from a first experience. In Learning to Swim, Kipper has his first swimming lesson.First Experiences with Biff, Chip & Kipper have been carefully created to help parents explore the wider world with their child, talk about shared feelings and emotions, and build vocabulary through the fun activities included in every book. Each book also includes advice on how to get the most out of reading together and practical tips on navigating new experiences. Biff, Chip & Kipper are characters from the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is used in 80% of primary schools, and now appear in a popular new CBeebies series.This story has been written by Roderick Hunt, author of the original Oxford Reading Tree stories, and Annemarie Young; superb storytellers with over 5

Introduce your child to new situations through these entertaining and sensitively written stories, which are perfect for reading together. Each story is packed with facts and humour to familiarise your child with what to expect from a first experience. In Fun on the Farm, Kipper and his friends visit a farm for the first time.First Experiences with Biff, Chip & Kipper have been carefully created to help parents explore the wider world with their child, talk about shared feelings and emotions, and build vocabulary through the fun activities included in every book. Each book also includes advice on how to get the most out of reading together and practical tips on navigating new experiences. Biff, Chip & Kipper are characters from the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is used in 80% of primary schools, and now appear in a popular new CBeebies series.This story has been written by Roderick Hunt, author of the original Oxford Reading Tree stories, and Annemarie Young; superb storyte

This is Slappy's world -- You only scream in it!Space-obsessed Murphy Shannon is pumped that his 6th grade class is visiting the Rayburne Observatory. Except, being a know-it-all means he's totally bored with the lectures he has to sit through. So when classmates Orly and Cleo say they should explore on their own, Murphy sneaks out with them. But when they come face-to-face with the strange Dr. Rayburne and his experiments, they realize they may be way in-over-their heads. A grand adventure in space may be in store for them, if they can survive...

This Dealing with Feelings book about jealousy helps kids understand what they're feeling when they're upset. Now a part of the premier early reading line, Step into Reading! When a new girl named Amy comes to school and interrupts show-and-tell, a little girl feels ignored. She doesn't want to share with Amy. When the kids play soccer, Amy scores a goal. Everyone cheers, and the girl is jealous. How does Amy feel? Can the little girl give her a chance to become a new friend?The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what's brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

This Dealing with Feelings book about first swimming lesson helps kids understand what they're feeling when they're upset. Now a part of the premier early reading line, Step into Reading!When a little boy goes to his first swimming lesson, he is nervous. The water is deep, and he doesn't float. After water goes up his nose, he gets out of the pool. It's too scary. The little boy's teacher assures him that it's okay to be scared. And when they face his fear together, he discovers swimming is fun!The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what's brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read.Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.