First Steps

Book DetailsReading Gate 30 is a three-book beginner series designed to provide guided reading practice. The series uses interesting, carefully written fiction and non-fiction texts that allow students to take their first steps into reading. Each unit features a two-page illustrated passage with useful, high-frequency vocabulary and simple sentence patterns. Students will develop their vocabulary, syntax, reading fluency, and reading comprehension as they progress through the series. Reading Gate 30 fosters a love for reading while using a supportive, easy-to-understand format.FeaturesSimple stories and engaging texts developed around fun, kid-friendly reading topicsColorful, captivating illustrations and photographs to aid in understandingHigh-frequency words and review words to promote reading competencyInteractive and enjoyable picture dictionariesReading comprehension activities to build language proficiencyPractical exercises to increase vocabulary, grammar, and sentence exposure

One Sunday in Yvetot, August 1950. Annie is playing outside in the sun. Her mother steps out of the grocery to chat with a customer, a few metres from her.The two women’s conversation is perfectly audible; its scraps become etched forever in Annie’s memory. Before she was born, her parents had another daughter. She died at the age of six from diphtheria.Annie will never hear another word from her parents about this unknown sister, nor will she ask them a single question about her: their family unit has formed in the image of its vanished predecessor. In The Other Girl, brilliantly translated for the first time into English by Alison L. Strayer, Annie Ernaux explores the meaning of this family secret, and the insurmountable distance that separates the two sisters.

** A FINANCIAL TIMES & NEW STATESMAN BEST BOOK OF 2025 **A Bill Gates Top Pick for 2025: 'One of the clearest explanations of the climate challenge I ve read''We urgently need Hannah Ritchie' GUARDIAN'Essential reading' RUTGER BREGMAN'Read this book -- now' MARK LYNASWe can t afford to delay climate action, but with all the shouting and disagreement it s hard to know where to turn. In her new book, bestselling environmental star Hannah Ritchie answers 50 key climate questions once and for all, clearing the air so we can get on and fix things.With so many conflicting headlines out there, it s tough to sort fact from fiction when it comes to climate change and the solutions we need for a cleaner future.The first piece of good news is that data scientist Hannah Ritchie is here with the answers and the steps we need to take now. Using simple, clear data, she tackles questions such as, Is it too late? , Won t we run out of minerals? and Are we too polarised? .The second piece of good ne

Bestselling environmental star Hannah Ritchie is back with a succinct, punchy new book that answers 50 of the key questions stopping us from tackling the climate crisis** AFINANCIAL TIMES&NEW STATESMANBEST BOOK OF 2025 **A Bill Gates Top Pick for 2025:'One of the clearest explanations of the climate challenge I’ve read''We urgently need Hannah Ritchie'GUARDIAN'Essential reading'RUTGER BREGMAN'Read this book -- now'MARK LYNASWe can’t afford to delay climate action, but with all the shouting and disagreement it’s hard to know where to turn. In her new book, bestselling environmental star Hannah Ritchie answers 50 key climate questions once and for all, clearing the air so we can get on and fix things.With so many conflicting headlines out there, it’s tough to sort fact from fiction when it comes to climate change and the solutions we need for a cleaner future.The first piece of good news is that data scientist Hannah Ritchie is here with the answers and the steps we need to take now.

With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree. Take your first steps into the epic. Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, will soon be ablaze. It has been centuries since the Draconic Army took wing, almost extinguishing humankind. Marosa Vetalda is a prisoner in her own home, controlled by her cold father, King Sigoso. Over the mountains, her betrothed, Aubrecht Lievelyn, rules Mentendon in all but name. Together, they intend to usher in a better world. A better world seems impossibly distant to Estina Melaugo, who hunts the Draconic beasts that have slept across the world for centuries. And now the great wyrm Fedel is stirring, and Yscalin will be the first to fall . . . A story of human resilience in the face of dire circumstances, Among the Burning Flowers leads readers through the gripping and tragic events that pave the way for the opening of the millio

Deluxe limited edition will include sprayed edges and stunning designed endpapers!With the awakening of fire-breathing dragons, Among the Burning Flowers sees the first sparks of danger that threaten to consume the world in The Priory of the Orange Tree. Take your first steps into the epic. Yscalin, land of sunshine and lavender, will soon be ablaze. It has been centuries since the Draconic Army took wing, almost extinguishing humankind. Marosa Vetalda is a prisoner in her own home, controlled by her cold father, King Sigoso. Over the mountains, her betrothed, Aubrecht Lievelyn, rules Mentendon in all but name. Together, they intend to usher in a better world. A better world seems impossibly distant to Estina Melaugo, who hunts the Draconic beasts that have slept across the world for centuries. And now the great wyrm Fedel is stirring, and Yscalin will be the first to fall . . . A story of human resilience in the face of dire circumstances, Among the Burning Flowers leads readers thro

This book features five theme-based units on cross-disciplinary academic English skills, focusing on the needs of first-year undergraduate students. Each unit covers academic writing, reading, and speaking skills. The units progressively take students through the steps needed to complete three common academic assignments: the essay, report, and tutorial discussion. These steps include searching for quality sources, note-taking, establishing a critical stance, formulating evidence-based arguments, synthesizing information from multiple sources, and structuring academic texts. Each unit also provides opportunities for students to analyse texts, apply their critical thinking skills, practise what they have learnt in productive tasks, and reflect upon their progress. This book is aimed at first-time university students. Many of the readings are related to China and a broader Asian context. As such, it appeals to first-year university students in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Taiwan.

Meet Hogbert - a baby boar with a big personality and a nose like no other! When Hogbert gets separated from his family he finds himself all alone in the forest. Can he find his way home?Little Hogbert lives in a fairy-tale forest with his mummy and his brothers and sisters. One day, Mummy Pig decides it’s time for her babies to leave the nest for the first time – but they must remember to stick together … because the Big Bad Wolf could be about!When Hogbert sniffs out a super-tasty trail, he forgets Mummy Pig’s words and finds himself all alone. Luckily he meets some new animal friends along the way – whom sharp readers may recognize from some of their favourite fairy tales! Can Hogbert learn to follow his nose and lead his new pals back to the safety of their families?A lusciously illustrated story about making friends, taking your first steps towards independence and learning to trust your instincts, from the creator of The Mermaid Moon and Margaret’s Unicorn.

Their relationship is fake, but the heated rivalry between Juvelian’snew “boyfriend” and herex is all too real. This manhwa adaptation of Hong Heesu's webnovel is now available in English print for the first time.With the ink drying on the contract for their fake relationship, Lady Juvelian and Max take their first awkward steps into high society as a couple. While tea parties and balls might be enough for Juvelian to start feeling comfortable with this new arrangement, they do little to assuage her father's disapproval. Under the best of circumstances, he would never allow his student to date his daughter, but as soon as he discovers that Max has real feelings for Juvelian, he makes plans to tear them apart.Those plans may have to wait, however, for the deranged emperor has schemes of his own, and in order to protect Juvelian, her father and Max might find themselves on the same side. What no one expects, of course, is for Juvelian to take matters of her fate entirely into her own han

2025 SLJ Best Middle Grade Books"Wolf's latest weaves a dazzling tale. . . .Considering the vividly depicted events, the strong cast, and the young protagonist's personal triumphs, there's wow-worthy content aplenty here." --Booklist (starred review)Part mystery, part fantasy-adventure, part riveting real-life disaster, this deft tale-within-a-tale blends the history of the 1980 Lake Peigneur drilling accident with a fateful quest for pirate treasure. When thirteen-year-old Junius Leak--expert on waterbodies and creator of the encyclopedic Amazing Waterbodies of the World--steps foot on Uncle Spot's rickety dock on Lake Peigneur, the truth assails him: he may love waterbodies, but that doesn't mean they love him back. The latest in a long line of Junius Leaks, he's the first to be doomed to ten days of awkwardness and boredom on a houseboat with a relative he doesn't know while his parents "work on" their marriage. Delcambre, Louisiana, where Junius was born, is awash with unwelcome su

An exciting new series of first phrase board books to encourage communication with your toddler – the perfect early learning tool for simple word combinations to help navigate first experiences!Take a trip to the park in Let’s Go!, and meet four new friends and their families as they explore their surroundings. Read along with your toddler to encourage next steps in their language development by putting single words together to create everyday phrases.Play in the playground (“again, again!”), say hello to dogs, ducks and squirrels (“woof, woof dog!”), then share a snack before heading home (“bye-bye park!”).With text written in consultation with Priya Desai, a children’s speech and language therapist, Toddler Talk features familiar scenes of everyday life with lots of busy toddlers to look at (including a mirror on the final page so they can see themselves), these books are designed to be fun to read aloud, while supporting an important stage of language development.Have fun with this

An exciting new series of first phrase board books to encourage communication with your toddler – the perfect early learning tool for simple word combinations to help navigate first experiences!It’s time for dinner in All Gone!, so meet four new friends and their families as they enjoy a mealtime together. Read along with your toddler to encourage next steps in their language development by putting single words together to create everyday phrases.Prepare the food (“nearly ready!”), sit down to eat (“too hot!”), make a mess (“oh dear!”), then clean up at the end of the meal (“empty bowl!”).With text written in consultation with Priya Desai, a children’s speech and language therapist, Toddler Talk features familiar scenes of everyday life with lots of busy toddlers to look at (including a mirror on the final page so they can see themselves), these books are designed to be fun to read aloud, while supporting an important stage of language development.Have fun with this preschool board boo

A Lakota child spends a summer with grandparents at their home on the Rosebud Reservation in this young chapter book, illustrated in full-color. Multiple starred reviews! "A captivating tale about the healing power of community and familial bonds. Infused with tenderness, this family story is simply lovely."(Kirkus starred review) This charming chapter book follows a present-day Lakota child connecting with extended family, embracing new experiences, and growing up along the way. When Eddie's parents drive from the Black Hills to the Dakota plains to drop him off with Grandpa and Grandma High Elk, Eddie aches all over at the thought of being away from Mom and Dad for the first time. But quickly, Eddie's stay on the Rosebud Reservation becomes a summer that he'll never forget as he spends his days riding horses, fishing, helping Grandma in her garden, and playing with the toy bone horses that his grandfather gave him. When his grandfather is hurt and needs medical attention, Eddie steps

From award-winning author Gary D. Schmidt, a warm and witty novel in the tradition of The Wednesday Wars, in which a seventh-grader has to figure out how to fulfill a seemingly impossible school assignment—and learns about friendship, community, and himself along the way.Herc Beal knows who he's named after—a mythical hero—but he's no superhero. He's the smallest kid in his class. So when his homeroom teacher at his new middle school gives him the assignment of duplicating the mythical Hercules's amazing feats in real life, he's skeptical. After all, there are no Nemean Lions on Cape Cod—and not a single Hydra in sight.Missing his parents terribly and wishing his older brother wasn't working all the time, Herc figures out how to take his first steps along the road that the great Hercules himself once walked. Soon, new friends, human and animal, are helping him. And though his mythical role model performed his twelve labors by himself, Herc begins to see that he may not have to go it al

With beautiful artwork by Freya Betts, this paperback edition features gorgeous sprayed edges with stencilled artwork. This is a breathtaking collectible perfect for the long-time fan or new Hunger Games reader. The first book in the ground-breaking Hunger Games trilogy."I was so obsessed with this book. . .. The Hunger Games is amazing." Stephenie Meyer, author of the Twilight saga "I couldn't stop reading." Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly There is only one rule: kill or be killed. Set in a dark vision of the near future, a terrifying reality TV show is taking place.Twelve boys and twelve girls are forced to appear in a live event called The Hunger Games. When sixteen-year-old Katniss Everdeen steps forward to take her younger sister's place in the games, she sees it as a death sentence. But Katniss has been close to death before.For her, survival is second nature. All four Hunger Games books have been made into feature films, the first three starring Jennifer Lawence, Liam Hemswor

In this seventeenth Henry Heckelbeck adventure, Henry steps up to the plate! Henry Heckelbeck is so excited to join the Brewster Batters for his first baseball game! But soon he discovers that playing baseball isn't quite as easy as he thought it would be. Can a little spark of magic help him, or is he doomed to strike out? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Henry Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

This book is written and edited following the guidelines below:教育部於民國107年發布之十二年國民基本教育技術型高級中等學校群科課程綱要––外語群“初階英語聽講練習” is a comprehensive split edition coursebook for students in their first year of vocational high school to develop their listening and speaking skills. The book provides a broad collection of topics based on real-world situations and various activities promoting interaction with peers. In “初階英語聽講練習,” students can use and improve their English skills to build fluency in their everyday English conversations.Each unit has two main listening texts. For each listening text, students are guided through a set of steps: before you listen, while you listen, and after you listen. These help students learn how to listen and understand spoken English.After the two listening texts in each unit, there is a speaking section that teaches a grammar point, a pronunciation rule, and a speaking tip. At the end of each unit, students take what they have learned and use it to practice creating

This book is written and edited following the guidelines below:教育部於民國107年發布之十二年國民基本教育技術型高級中等學校群科課程綱要––外語群“初階英文閱讀與寫作練習” is a comprehensive split edition coursebook for students in their first year of vocational high school to develop their reading and writing skills. The book includes a broad collection of topics related to social issues, cultural differences, environmental protection, and technological innovation. In “初階英文閱讀與寫作練習,” students can use and improve their English skills through readings and exercises that will help them make progress on a daily basis.Each unit has two main readings with different types of texts. For each reading, students are guided through a set of steps: before you read, while you read, and after you read. These help students understand the act of reading in a logical, helpful way.After the two readings in each unit, there is a writing section that teaches grammar points and writing skills. At the end of each unit, students take what they have learned and

A perfect gift for young graduates!From the beloved World of Eric Carle comes a vibrant journey into the amazing possibilities that lie ahead.Just like Brown Bear imagines all the wonderful things that Baby Bear can be, this colorful board book inspires little graduates (ages 0-3) to dream big as they take their first steps forward. TIME TO GROW is a heartfelt gift for kids of all ages, plus a great present for graduation, baby showers, birthdays, and other new beginnings!With enchanting illustrations by Eric Carle and a heartwarming message, it's the perfect way to say "No matter who you choose to be, no matter what you do, one truth is forever... I am proud of you!"Look for other World of Eric Carle books to celebrate milestone with your little one:- BABY BEAR'S BUSY DAY- BEAR HUGS! FROM BROWN BEAR AND FRIENDS- BROWN BEAR'S LITTLE BOOK OF THANKS- BROWN BEAR AND FRIENDS ABC- BROWN BEAR AND FRIENDS 123- BROWN BEAR AND FRIENDS COLORS- BROWN BEAR AND FRIENDS SHAPES

‘A manifesto for working women’ THE SUNDAY TIMES STYLE‘A new practical guide and empowering manifesto for those ready to break free from burnout and redefine what it means to thrive. This book will be your blueprint for leveraging your strengths, boosting your productivity and achieving lasting success on your own terms.’ VANITY FAIRBusyness has become a status symbol, colloquially used to intimate success. The ‘more is more’ philosophy still prevails, running us into the dirt and out of natural energy. We jostle for our position balancing work, family life, fertility, misogyny and mental health, and we have been told that working late, over-caffeinating, being the first in and last out, sacrificing our personal lives, and eating on the go, are conducive to succeeding long-term. But instead, we are burnt-out and less motivated than ever. That’s where SMARTER steps in.SMARTER reframes the idea of over-productivity equalling success, and will ultimately show that those who work smarter,

★2026 The British Book Award Winner-Crime & Thriller‘A delight from first page to last’ SUNDAY TIMES‘I loved it! ... A whiff of Shardlake and a pinch of Rumpole ... a joy’ S.J. BENNETT, author of THE WINDSOR KNOTWhen barrister Gabriel Ward steps out of his rooms at exactly two minutes to seven on a sunny May morning in 1901, his mind is so full of his latest case – the disputed authorship of bestselling children’s book Millie the Temple Church Mouse – that he scarcely registers the body of the Lord Chief Justice of England on his doorstep.But even he cannot fail to notice the judge’s dusty bare feet, in shocking contrast to his flawless evening dress, nor the silver carving knife sticking out of his chest. In the shaded courtyards and ancient buildings of the Inner Temple, the hidden heart of London’s legal world, murder has spent centuries confined firmly to the casebooks. Until now…The police can enter the Temple only by consent, so who better to investigate this tragic breach of

★2026 The British Book Award Winner-Crime & Thriller‘A delight from first page to last’ SUNDAY TIMES‘I loved it! ... A whiff of Shardlake and a pinch of Rumpole ... a joy’ S.J. BENNETT, author of THE WINDSOR KNOTWhen barrister Gabriel Ward steps out of his rooms at exactly two minutes to seven on a sunny May morning in 1901, his mind is so full of his latest case – the disputed authorship of bestselling children’s book Millie the Temple Church Mouse – that he scarcely registers the body of the Lord Chief Justice of England on his doorstep.But even he cannot fail to notice the judge’s dusty bare feet, in shocking contrast to his flawless evening dress, nor the silver carving knife sticking out of his chest. In the shaded courtyards and ancient buildings of the Inner Temple, the hidden heart of London’s legal world, murder has spent centuries confined firmly to the casebooks. Until now…The police can enter the Temple only by consent, so who better to investigate this tragic breach of

《English for Everyone Junior》系列專為6至9歲兒童設計，幫助初學者建立英文基礎。此套裝包含三本核心教材：入門課本、練習冊與英文字典。課本從零開始，帶領孩子逐步掌握基礎詞彙與文法；練習冊提供超過1,000道練習題，加深語言技能；字典則介紹1,000個常用詞彙，配合插圖與例句，加強理解與應用。本系列不僅適合家庭自學，也能作為課堂教材使用。搭配歌曲、插圖與網路音檔，讓學習過程充滿互動與趣味，是兒童英文啟蒙的完整資源。亮點：三冊合一：課本、練習冊、字典超過1,000題練習與1,000核心詞彙插圖與歌曲設計，學習更生動附線上音檔，練習發音更便利The English for Everyone Junior series provides children ages 6-9 with all the support they need as they take their first steps toward learning English as a second language. Now available as a beautifully packaged box set, the Beginner's Course, Beginner's Practice Book, and English Dictionary offer the perfect introduction to English vocabulary, grammar, and language skills. Equally effective for home study or the classroom, the Beginner's Course assumes no previous knowledge of English. It takes children through the basics of the language, helping them use and understand elementary English clearly and confidently. The Practice Book contains more than 1,000 vocabulary and grammar exercises to drill the lan

Join Peppa Pig and friends in a fun story from Read It Yourself - a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent readingBased on the award-winning children's series!Featuring everyone's favourite little piggy, Peppa! Join Peppa and her family on their fun day recycling their rubbish. You'll never guess what Miss Rabbit tries to recycle next...Peppa Pig: Recycling Fun is is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Join Peppa Pig and friends in a fun story from Read It Yourself - a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent readingBased on the award-winning children's series!Featuring everyone's favourite little piggy, Peppa! Madame Gazelle spots a leak in the school roof and needs to raise money to fix it. What will Peppa and Daddy Pig find to sell (and buy!) at the jumble sale?Peppa Pig: Daddy Pig's Old Chair is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Join Peppa Pig and friends in a fun story from Read It Yourself - a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent readingBased on the award-winning children's series!Featuring everyone's favourite little piggy, Peppa! Enjoy all the fun of the fair with Peppa Pig and her family. Who will win all the teddy bears and who will be scared on the rides?Peppa Pig: Fun at the Fair is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Join Peppa Pig and friends in a fun story from Read It Yourself - a structured programme to support children from first phonics to fluent readingBased on the award-winning children's series!Featuring everyone's favourite little piggy, Peppa! Join Peppa and her family and friends as they row, row, row their boats on a fun day out. Whose boat will make it back to Miss Rabbit first?Peppa Pig: Going Boating is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

This lyrical picturebook encourages us to set aside our snap judgements and quiet our fears of the unknown by shining light on what has been kept in the dark.They came in the dark,and took the narrow paththat only witches used.Everyone said that’s what they were . . .But what if everyone was wrong? Watch what happens when one girl steps into the woods and gets to know these newcomers. The spooky black cat? Meet Mingus! The broomsticks and cloaks? Cloth and wooden handles. And those shadows in the sky? Handmade kites, fluttering in the breeze.When the breeze becomes a blustery storm, everything changes...including first impressions.Told from two perspectives, here is a gentle and timely reminder that all it takes to bridge the gap of misunderstanding and fear between people is an open and willing heart.

Akane takes on the world of rakugo to avenge her father! Shinta Arakawa wants nothing more than to pass his shin'uchi exam--the test that would make him a top-rank headliner and master storyteller in the traditional Japanese art of rakugo. Akane Osaki, his daughter and biggest fan, spies on him while he practices and learns his routines for herself. When rakugo master Issho Arakawa expels everyone after the exam with no explanation, a fire is lit inside Akane. From that day forth, she has had one goal--to avenge her father and prove his art was worthy of the title of shin'uchi. Akane unintentionally stirs up a scandal when she's discovered taking informal lessons from her father's former teacher, Shiguma Arakawa. And she's about to make even bigger waves because she is about to begin her first steps in climbing the ranks of a rakugo performer from zenza opening act to shin'uchi headliner is exchanging her secret lessons for formal training. But she'll still have to finish high school a

★ 每天一篇屬靈導引，助初信者建立靈修生活★ 多角度的靈程導引，領信徒在信仰路上進深★ 附設延伸閱讀和思考問題，讓讀者反思信仰這是一本鼓舞人心的指南，適合初信者，以及希望靈性繼續成長的信徒閱讀。本書透過50天的靈程導引，配以精選經文，引領讀者一步步進入上帝的話語，明白《聖經》的核心真理，包括作門徒的呼召、禱告、彼此相愛、饒恕等主題，並如何在日常生活中實踐出來。另外，每篇導引短文皆附有禱文，幫助讀者建立祈禱的生活。

Step into the The Repair Shop in this heart-warming tale about a very special toy bus. Elsie and her little brother, David, love watching the red buses that drive past. David longs to be able to toddle up to see them a little closer, but he has cerebral palsy and finds it difficult to stand.One day, Elsie has an idea to buy David a beautiful, big red bus to play with and encourage him take his very first steps. And now, in The Repair Shop, Elsie hopes that the team can restore the beloved bus ready for her little grandson to take part in the magic of his first steps. A heart-warming family tale based on the real story of a very special toy bus, featured on best-loved TV show, The Repair Shop.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes a gripping middle grade novel about a young girl who leaves China to live with her parents and sister, after five years apart, and learns about sisterhood, family, and the power of community. My sister got to grow up with my parents. Me? I grew up with postcards from my parents. When ten-year-old Lina Gao steps off the plane in Los Angeles, it's her first time in America and the first time seeing her parents and her little sister in five years! She's been waiting for this moment every day while she lived with her grandmother in Beijing, getting teased by kids at school who called her "left behind girl." Finally, her parents are ready for her to join their fabulous life in America! Except, it's not exactly like in the postcards: 1. School's a lot harder than she thought. When she mispronounces some words in English on the first day, she decides she simply won't talk. Ever again. 2. Her chatty little sister has no problem wit

《8 Rules of Love》是暢銷書作者 Jay Shetty 帶領讀者重新認識愛與關係的一本實用指南。從初次約會到關係經營、分手與重新開始，他結合古老智慧與現代心理學，提出八個簡單但深刻的原則，幫助我們更理解自己，也更懂得如何去愛。這本書不只是談戀愛，更關乎如何在關係中找到真實、尊重與成長的可能。適合每一位想建立更健康連結的讀者。The author of the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Think Like a Monk offers a revelatory guide to every stage of romance, drawing on ancient wisdom and new science.Nobody sits us down and teaches us how to love. So we're often thrown into relationships with nothing but romance movies and pop culture to help us muddle through. Until now.Instead of presenting love as an ethereal concept or a collection of cliches, Jay Shetty lays out specific, actionable steps to help you develop the skills to practice and nurture love better than ever before.He shares insights on how to win or lose together, how to define love, and why you don't break in a break-up. Inspired by Vedic wisdom and modern science, he tackles the entire relationship cycle, from first dates to moving in together to breaking up and starting over. And he shows us h

Ari Avatar is just your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Battle monsters and avoid disasters in a Roblox world -- all through the eyes of Ari and his friends. Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to play Roblox!Ari and his friends can't resist a challenge. Rumor has it there's some kind of monster living in the local abandoned warehouse who devours anyone who steps foot inside. Ari doesn't believe the gossip and accepts a dare to enter the building. But as soon as they set foot in the warehouse, all of the doors lock behind them and they come face-to-face with the beast itself! Can Ari and his friends escape the warehouse? Or will the monster win this game? Read and find out in the first book in the Diary of a Roblox Pro series!

In a gentle introduction to ballet, a little boy and his friends gather for their dance class to learn some moves―and get excited about their debut performance.Stretchy leggings on? Ballet shoes in the bag? Let’s go! Join Thomas and his fellow dancers as they’re welcomed into the studio for their Saturday ballet class. There are feet positions to perfect and steps to learn―first position, plie, up on your toes, relevé―and turns and jumps, too. Everyone is getting ready for their first performance, The Nutcracker―and now it’s time to pick out costumes! This warm celebration of dancing, a companion to Holly Sterling’s Karate Kids, is inspired by the author’s time learning ballet as a young child. It’s sure to be a hit with little ones taking a class, free-form dancers at home, and those who are hoping to be a ballet kid one day, too.

你學到的人類進化示意圖可能是錯的！人類從來都不是從黑猩猩進化而來的，也很可能從來沒有弓著身子在地上行走過。 人類是哺乳動物中僅有的只靠兩足直立行走的物種。 我們為什麼要選擇直立著探索這個世界？從什麼時候開始，又是如何邁出第一步的？ 這本書聚焦人類用雙足直立行走的獨特能力，探討它的起源和演化過程，以及如何塑造了現代人類。 直立行走從本質上來說，就是有信念、有控制地向前倒。這是一個無比勇敢的選擇。它不僅僅是一次解剖結構方面的大變革，更涉及人類對環境變化的多方面身心適應，我們為此付出了不小的代價，比如：速度變緩，分娩困難，腰椎、膝蓋和腳踝變得脆弱。可是，兩足行走為人類學會使用石器和火、大腦容量劇增及其他特徵鋪平了道路，更是促成了人類的社會性、同理心，深遠地影響著科技、語言、覓食和育兒方式的發展。 靈巧的手、無毛的身體、碩大的大腦……勇敢選擇直立行走，讓我們成為人類。瞭解了這些，我們就能更好地把握當下的生活：每天一萬步，是噱頭還是鐵律？邊散步邊思考是天才們的成功秘訣嗎？怎樣用散步來對抗時間的侵蝕，預防阿爾茨海默病？直立行走定義了人類，也將繼續塑造我們。