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This classic tale of the famous Mallard ducks of Boston is available for the first time in a full-sized paperback edition. Awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1941, Make Way for Ducklings has been described as "one of the merriest picture books ever" (The New York Times). Ideal for reading aloud, this book deserves a place of honor on every child''s bookshelf. "Robert McCloskey''s unusual and stunning pictures have long been a delight for their fun as well as their spirit of place." ?The Horn Book

Baba Yaga is a witch famous throughout Russia for eating children, but this Babushka Baba Yaga is a lonely old woman who just wants a grandchild?to love. "Kids will respond to the joyful story of t

Award-winning original fiction for learners of English. A struggling writer and a computer with a mind of its own fight for control of the writer's story and destiny. When Frank Wormold buys a compute

Award-winning original fiction for learners of English. It's Stephany and Max's first holiday together in Italy and they are staying at the flat of Stephany's friend, Carlos. Max is a little jealous o

Introduces the Chinese zodiac and relates how each of its twelve signs was named for an animal selected by the Jade Emperor.

The spellbinding Orphans series concludes in this thrilling new novel from V.C. Andrews®..."All for one and one for all" was the girls' motto. In the grim foster home for orphans run by Louise a

Today I feel silly. Mom says it's the heat.I put rouge on the cat and gloves on my feet.I ate noodles for breakfast and pancakes at night.I dressed like a star and was quite a sight. Today I am sad,

It?s an exciting day for Almanzo as the Wilder family visits the county fair in this second My First Little House Book adapted from Laura Ingalls Wilder?s classic Farmer Boy. There are contests, races

Little Beaver s search for a friend he thinks he hears across a pond is perfect for every child who's ever felt lonely. "Children old enough to long for friends of their own will nestle right into thi

Ride along with trucker Jill and her dog as they add up the animals zooming by. But these are no ordinary animals, and they're bound for a surprise destination!Ride along with trucker Jill and her dog

"Beware of Wikings!" warns Morgan. Then Jack and Annie are whisked back to ancient Ireland. They land on a cliff on a misty island. How will they find the story they are lookinf for? It will 

Brrr ... ing! There's the school bell! It's the first day back at school for Arthur and Violet and all of their friends. Time for riding the school bus, going to class, and best of all, eating snacks

A tale based on a Blackfoot myth finds six orphaned brothers, neglected by their people and taunted by peers, abandoning the earth for the Above World, where they become the constellation known as the

Don’t miss A to Z Mysteries—alphabetic adventures that are full of thrills, chills, and cases to crack! E is for Envelope... In the fifth book of the A to Z Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery ser

Come into the jungle for a noisy rhyming romp packed with favourite animals, from tigers to chimpanzees, brought to life with fun, vibrant artwork. This bestselling picture book from an award-winning

An irresistible retelling of a beloved classic is accompanied by whimsical animal images and a recipe for gingerbread cookies, in a rollicking picture book by an award-winning author and illustrator.

Long recognized as a masterpiece of Nietzsche scholarship, Nietzsche and the Vicious Circle is made available here for the first time in English. Taking a structuralist approach to the relation betwe

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

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Don’t miss A to Z Mysteries—alphabetic adventures that are full of thrills, chills, and cases to crack! D is for Deadly... In the fourth book of the A to Z Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery seri

This book is for teachers of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (ICCIEB) Cost Accounting Second and Third Level examinations. How to Pass Cost Accounting Second and Third Levels — Teachers Guide will equip teachers to help candidates gain the internationally recognized LCCIEB Second and Third Level qualifications in Cost Accounting. The guide:l is written by the LCCIEB Chief Examinerl covers the entire syllabusl provides teachers with detailed lesson plansl will help teachers to build their candidates' knowledge gradually and systematicallyl contains simple and comprehensive explanations of key topicsl has been reviewed by a panel of experts that includes employers and teachersl is aimed at both native English speakers and those who use English as a second languageHow to Pass Cost Accounting Second and Third Levels — Teacher's Guide is an invaluable aid to teachers preparing candidates for success in the LCCPEB Second and Third Level examinations in Cost Acc

The How to Pass series of books aims to prepare candidates for the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCIEB) examinations. Each book in the series:‧ is written by the LCCIEB

this book is one of a range of books preparing students for the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (ICCIEB) examinations.‧ How to Pass books are written by LCCIEB Chief Examiners.‧ This book covers the entire syllabus and study of the book will equip a student to pass an ICCIEB examination.‧ This book is aimed at both native English speakers and those who use English as a second language. Explanations are simple and comprehensive.‧ This book builds up knowledge of the subject gradually and systematically.‧ Suggested answers to questions are structured in the manner required by Examiners, indicating the key points in each answer.‧ This book has been reviewed by a panel of experts, including employers and teachers.The content of this book is invaluable for those seeking to gain the ICCIEB internationally recognized qualification in Cost Accounting at Second and Third Levels.

A charming bilingual edition of a timeless tale, in which one of the founding fathers of the United States of America comes to full and colorful life. This text is wonderful for intermediate and advan

Everyday activities such as sharing a meal, sorting socks, and getting ready for school can be part of learning math. In the MathStart series, everyday life is the basis for each entertaining story. S

Presents the scripts for two films from the 1970s, one the story of a private detective in Los Angeles, and the other dealing with two Navy Shore Patrols escorting a prisoner

Spread some Christmas cheer with Nate the Great in this holiday adventure! Beginning readers are introduced to the detective mystery genre, perfect for the Common Core. Kids can problem-solve with Nate, using logical thinking to solve mysteries!Annie's dog is unhappy. When Fang is unhappy, everyone is unhappy. Especially Nate the Great. So Nate agrees to sniff out Fang's mysteriously missing Christmas mail. It's cold and snowy. But Nate the Great and his dog, Sludge, will try to solve this holiday case in time for Fang to have a crunchy, munchy Christmas.Check out the Fun Activities section in the back of the book!“They don’t come any cooler than Nate the Great.”—The Huffington Post

It?s a big year for thirteen-year-old Rose and her family as they witness the turn of the century and, after years of hard work, experience their first apple harvest out on Rocky Ridge farm. And as he

Grandma consoles her frightened granddaughter by telling her that the dark clouds of the impending storm are nothing more than the ingredients for a Thunder Cake. Reprint.

本書描寫東洛杉磯最「跩」的低底盤貓查托，一場自以為天衣無縫、實則笑料百出的晚餐計畫。新搬來的老鼠一家，在查托眼中簡直是完美佳餚，他與好友諾維歐男孩早早備妥鍋碗瓢盆、玉米餅與豆子，準備來場「盛情款待」。沒想到，老鼠們卻帶來一位意想不到的客人，讓局勢瞬間翻轉。作者 Gary Soto 以輕快文字捕捉街區生活的節奏，插畫家 Susan Guevara 則用誇張又細膩的畫面，呈現充滿拉丁文化氣息的幽默場景。本書榮獲 Pura Belpré 插畫獎，笑點密集，也藏著文化觀察的溫柔。Chato can't believe his luck. Not only is he the coolest low-riding cat in East L.A., but his brand-new neighbors are the plumpest, juciest, tastiest-looking family of mice to move into the barrio in a long time. So Chato and his best friend, Novio Boy, get out the pots and pans, the tortillas and the beans--everything you'd need for a welcoming feast, except for the main dish, and the guests of honor. Of course, in Chato's mind they are one and the same thing.But the mice are bringing a surprise guest of their own, who may be more than a cool cat can swallow.

When the elevator goes down, the subtraction starts and so does the magic. Ben sees crazy things everytime the door opens. Ride along as he subtracts his way down to the lobby, and decide for yourself

For the smallest kid on the baseball team, Alex “Skinnybones” Frankovitch has a major-league big mouth! But when he brags his way into a pitching contest, this might be one mess that not even Alex can

Classic editions of the timeless adventure stories where there's always a mystery o solve for Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy!

We are pleased to bring this classic work back into print. A compendium of the life and work of Maxfield Parrish, it is an essential part of a Parrish library. For the collector, the publisher has inc

Explains how the Dewey decimal system of classification for libraries was invented and how it works

This magnificent novel—which secured for its author the 1955 Nobel Prize in Literature—is at least available to contemporary American readers. Although it is set in the early twentieth century, it rec

《Your Next Fifty Years》為現代中壯年重新定義「退休」的概念。作者 Collins 與 Wall 以心理學與理財專業為基礎，主張退休不該被視為結束，而是一場「再出發」──一段重新聚焦與實踐理想的時光。本書提供具體的思考方向與工具，如假期式退休、彈性工時與階段性退休等新選項，並附有表格、檢核表與「Smart Tips」協助規劃投資、保險與遺產安排。書中也關注女性與中年族群在職場變動、伴侶離世或健康挑戰下的財務應對，兼具實用與啟發性。For millions of Americans in their thirties and forties retirement will have an entirely different meaning than it had for their parents. Most have saved a little, spent a lot, seen pensions cut and Social Security squeezed, and will live longer than any generation before. Your Next Fifty Years challenges baby boomers to develop a completely new perspective: retirement as renaissance - not the end of working life, but rather a time to renew, refocus, and recharge, based on long-range dreams and goals. Collins and Wall draw upon their unique training in psychology and financial planning to explore practical alternatives to the traditional concept of retirementalternatives such as sabbaticals, flextime, and temporary or part-time retirement. With the help of worksh

Develop the language skills and test-taking strategies you need for higher test scores. Get the most out of your TOEFL study time with this thoroughly revised, up-to-date course, featuring:Helpful Inf

When Gilbert writes two not-so-nice valentines to his classmates, his prank quickly turns into pandemonium. But there's always time for a change of heart on Valentine's Day.

Answer keyIntermediate LevelIncludes the answers for the task-based activities in this intermediate communication development program