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Mirabelle 和家人到海邊度假，但大家規定整個假期都不能使用魔法。對調皮的 Mirabelle 來說，這幾乎是不可能的事。她忍不住偷偷施了一點魔法，想創造一個神奇的小生物，卻意外變出一群可愛又麻煩的小龍寶寶。於是，一場充滿混亂與笑聲的魔法假期冒險就此展開。Mirabelle and her family are on holiday, staying in a lovely cottage by the sea. There's just one problem-they're not meant to be using magic.Can Mirabelle manage a whole week without any magical mischief? Of course not! But perhaps she can use a teeny bit of magic to create a magical creature? Just for one night . . .Half fairy, half witch, totally naughty!Mirabelle and her family are on holiday, staying in a lovely cottage by the sea. There's just one problem-they're not meant to be using magic.Can Mirabelle manage a whole week without any magical mischief? Of course not! But perhaps she can use a teeny bit of magic to create a magical creature? Just for one night . . .From the Mirabelle series:• Mirabelle Gets Up to Mischief (ISBN: 9780192776495)• Mirabelle Breaks the Rules (ISBN: 9780192777546)• Mirabelle Has a Bad Day (ISBN: 9780192777553)• Mirabelle I

Fate doesn't favour the wicked. From the #1 bestselling Twisted Sisters, Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, comes the explosive third installment in their Zodiac Academy spin-off series. Full blurb coming soon. ***This is an enemies-to-lovers romantasy series set in the same world as Zodiac Academy, but it's a dark and villainous tale of its own. You haven't met tainted souls like these before or enemies that hate each other as deeply as these characters do. You'll be left gasping for breath and aching for more of the dark and twisted Fae who lurk between the pages and they might just be irredeemable...***

The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents! But . . . do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?! Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems.

A vacation in paradise turns deadly when four teens' sailing charter hits stormy seas in this propulsive new thriller from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Megan Lally!Hannah can't wait to spend spring break with her best friend, Emmy, and her family. A week at a resort in Mexico is going to be fantastic de-stressing from senior year, not to mention Hannah's been crushing on Emmy's brother for as long as she can remember. Maybe he'll finally notice her. That would be paradise...The beach is gorgeous, except Jackson always has his nose in a book and Emmy meets a guy. Hannah can't help but feel like a third wheel. When Emmy's new boyfriend charters a catamaran, Hannah and Jackson are invited along for the day. Hannah still has hope for a windswept kiss.As the clouds roll in and the skies darken, their boat is the only one leaving the marina. And the further they get into open water, the more Hannah doubts their captain's--and Emmy's boyfriend's--intentions. Something's not

From international picture book star Beatrice Alemagna comes an enchanting new fairy tale set in a mucky, magical underground world where the Mud Princess rules. A little girl's too-big feelings spur a cathartic journey of adventure and discovery, in this picture book for kids ages 5-8, perfect for fans of Where the Wild Things Are. Yuki is lost in a dark mood on her way home from school. In a flash of frustration, she tosses her house keys down an open manhole. When she climbs down to retrieve them, she discovers another world: Mudland. The Mud Princess, an enormous dripping thing made of mud and sticks, greets Yuki and shows her the wonders of her kingdom. Yuki's dark mood is at home here--her sadness and anger fit right in. As they journey together, the Mud Princess becomes larger, absorbing the anger around her. Everything the princess touches becomes muddy, even Yuki. Yuki faces a choice--to become a Mud Princess herself or to return to the world above ground and its expectations.

Fox--the beloved and popular trickster character featured in the Geisel Award-winning books Fox Has a Problem, Fox at Night, and Fox the Tiger--is on the move! But Fox knows that life is about the journey, not the destination, and if his untraditional transportation methods get him in a bit of trouble, he can always try again tomorrow. Kirkus Reviews calls Corey R. Tabor "a master of the early reader."Where is Fox going? But more importantly, how is he getting there?A train? A bus? A surfboard? A waterfall? Fox's travel methods may be a bit unusual, but we would expect nothing less from our terrific, trickster friend.Wry, repetitive text with carefully chosen language and a limited vocabulary allows for an accessible read while charming illustrations provide context and comedy in Corey R. Tabor's award-winning Fox series, making it a perfect choice for emerging readers and their caretakers. The Fox series, which is comprised of both picture books and beginning readers, has received thr

[名家名著] 37 Software Mistakes and Tradeoffs中文版：掌握軟體開發中的錯誤、取捨與關鍵決策 Software Mistakes and Tradeoffs: How to make good programming decisions ❝Teddy長期研究Pattern Language，有一個很深的體會：每一個設計決策，都只是「局部的回應」。真正困難的，是把這些局部組織成一個和諧的整體。 AI可以提供大量「局部解法」，但整合這些解法需要的，是對「這個團隊、這個市場、這個時間點」的情境理解。這種情境沒辦法完全寫成規格書，因為它牽涉到人的能力邊界、組織的演進節奏、技術債的承受極限。這些東西每個專案都不一樣，而且會隨時間改變。這不是AI的context window再怎麼變大就能解決的問題。 要看見整體，不能只盯著零件。AI幫你把門檻拉低之後，真正稀缺的能力，是在眾多可能性之中，做出有脈絡、能長期承擔的選擇。不是盲目的節制，而是清楚知道代價之後，有意識地決定扛下哪些、放掉哪些。 如果鄉民們希望自己在AI時代，不只是會下提示詞的PM，而是能為系統負責的架構師，那麼這本書值得細細品味。❞ ────「搞笑談軟工」板主Teddy Chen　專文推薦 ❝在軟體工程的實務現場，幾乎沒有哪一個決策是「免費」的。每一次選擇某種架構、某種設計模式、某種API風格，或某種錯誤處理策略，實際上都意味著放棄其他可能性。這些放棄，往往不會在當下立即顯現代價，而是潛伏在未來的維護成本、效能瓶頸、擴充困難、組織協作摩擦與技術債之中。 《Software Mistakes and Tradeoffs中文版》所關注的，正是這些在實際上線系統（production systems）中反覆出現的取捨問題。本書並不試圖建立一套抽象理論，而是從具體情境出發：在特定背景、限制與壓力之下，團隊如何做出選擇？有哪些替代方案？當時忽略了什麼？哪些後果在事後才浮現？哪些判斷其實是合理的，只是代價延後到未來？ 這樣的視角，使本書成為一本極具實務厚度的工程決策紀錄。❞ ────博碩文化資深編輯與翻譯　盧國鳳 ❝真希望我能在職涯更早期就讀到這本書。書中濃縮了許多從實務中得來的寶貴經驗。❞ ────Dave Corun，Avanade ❝清楚而精準地總結了多年軟體工程實務的精華，新手與老手都值

NETFLIX TIE-IN EDITION, FEATURING A NEW ESSAY FROM THE AUTHOR**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDEBBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB PICKOVER 60,000 5 STAR REVIEWSGOOD HOUSEKEEPING BEST BOOKS OF 2022GLAMOUR BEST BOOKS OF 2022'Remarkably Bright Creatures [is] an ultimately feel-good but deceptively sensitive debut. . . . Memorable and tender.' - Washington Post'Full of heart and humour . . . I loved it.' Ruth Hogan'Will stay with you for a long time.' Anstey Harris'I defy you to put it down once you've started' Cynthia D'Aprix SweeneyAfter Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night cleaner shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium. Ever since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat over thirty years ago keeping busy has helped her cope. One night she meets Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium who sees everything, but wouldn't dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors – until he forms a re

★《第四翼》《鐵焰》全球現象級續作，龍騎士傳奇全面引爆★《飢餓遊戲》X《哈利波特》規模升級，戰火與愛情同步失控★TikTok破10億觀看熱潮，年度最強Romantasy霸榜之作★影視版權售予Amazon Studios，話題席捲全球風暴將至，而不是所有人都能活著走出黑暗。在巴斯蓋斯戰爭學院歷經十八個月殘酷訓練後，薇奧蕾．索倫蓋爾終於明白——課程結束了，真正的戰爭才正要開始。敵人從四面八方逼近，王國岌岌可危，她必須離開守護結界，踏上最危險的旅程，尋找盟友、揭開大陸深處的黑暗真相。但力量是有代價的。當祕密大到足以摧毀一切，她還能守住她的龍、她的家人，以及她深愛的那個人嗎？全球暢銷破紀錄奇幻鉅作——Empyrean系列第三部震撼登場！準備好迎戰黑暗了嗎？Hunger Games meets Harry Potter in the epic next installment of the number one bestselling Empyrean series.The third book in the record-breaking Empyrean series from the no. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Yarros.'Incredible storytelling on every page'THE SUN'Pure escapism . . . We'd suggest savouring every moment'INDEPENDENT'Full of action, suspense and intrigue. This is the ride you have been waiting for, hold on tight'DAILY MIRROR-A STORM IS COMING . . . AND NOT EVERYONE CAN SURVIVE ITS WRATH.After nearly eighteen months at Basgiath War College, Violet Sorrengail knows there's no more time for lessons and no more time for uncertaint

Don’t miss the hilarious and heartfelt Oh, Carrots! from multi-award-winning creator Mariajo Ilustrajo. Celebrate the magic of making new friends and discover valuable lessons about kindness in this delightful, must-have picture book for children. Shortlisted for Illustrator of the Year – British Book Awards 2025 From the award-winning creator of I (Hate) Love Books comes a humorous and heartfelt tale about the value of kindness and the magic of making new friends. Oh, Carrots! is the perfect choice for young children as they begin to navigate their first friendships. Mr Rabbit lives alone, and do you know what? He likes it! He enjoys peaceful moments spent reading, drinking cups of tea and gardening – but sometimes it can get a little too quiet . . . Luckily, Spring has arrived, and that means Mr Rabbit can plant his favourite vegetable – carrots! With some love, sunshine and a little bit of singing, the carrots begin to grow. But one day, Mr Rabbit spots something unusual – a wiggl

★ 超人氣倫敦主題聲音書，全新升級可充電版本★ 一按就響！10種真實倫敦聲音，沉浸式探索城市★ 大開本×鮮豔插圖，啟發幼兒觀察與互動★ 邊找邊玩！每頁都有神祕「皇冠小偷」等你發現準備出發，來一趟熱鬧的倫敦之旅！本書收錄十種真實倫敦聲音，孩子只需按下按鈕，就能聽見雙層巴士、地鐵廣播與大笨鐘鐘聲，彷彿親臨城市現場。搭配色彩鮮明的插圖，呈現自然史博物館、動物園與白金漢宮等場景，讓孩子在探索中觀察與學習。書中還藏有皇冠小偷等互動元素，增添趣味，是一本結合聲音、遊戲與認知的優質啟蒙書。Explore London in this fun rechargeable sound book, with ten press the page noises and bright busy scenes.The London Noisy Book is packed full of sounds, including a genuine Big Ben chime and ''mind the gap'' recording. Beautifully illustrated by Marion Billet, with lots to spot and talk about, young children will love playing the noises, as they discover the sights of hustling, bustling London town.Watch out for beeping double-decker buses, find out who''s roaring at the Natural History Museum, listen to the monkeys chitter chatter at London Zoo . . . then finish off the day with a trip to Buckingham Palace. And look out for the naughty crown jewel thief on every page!The perfect gift for little tourists and London fans!Part of Marion Billet''s best

Their marriage has just become official, but In廥 has no intention of making it last forever. The manhwa adaptation of CHACHA KIM'S webnovel is now available in English print for the first time. Wedding bells are ringing, and In廥 Valeztena and C嫫cel Escalante are finally married. In廥 is a shockingly radiant bride, and the nobles who once scorned her now see her in a different light--including C嫫cel, who feels unsettled by all the attention on his dazzling new wife. But on the inside, In廥 remains determined to ultimately unravel this marriage and gain the freedom she could never obtain in her previous lives. The newlyweds begin their life together in Calztela, where C嫫cel is on military duty. The quaint coastal city may seem like a perfect honeymoon destination, but it also holds haunting memories from In廥's prior life. As she works to untangle herself from the past and keep her meticulous plans for the future in motion, In廥 finds that C嫫cel might make things more difficult than she expe

Are you ready to be swept away with a brand-new standalone romance from Elle Kennedy?*The limited deluxe edition includes inside printing artwork*Featuring the love story of the next generation of the beloved and iconic Off-Campus couples from The Deal and The Mistake - coming to TV on Amazon Prime in May...New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy returns with her signature heat and humor for a Briar universe standalone romance - where one unforgettable summer changes everything.Join us at the Logan family lake house in Tahoe...After a brutal breakup, college junior Blake Logan escapes to her family's lake house in Tahoe, determined to shut out the world. Her plan is simple: no men, no drama. Until Wyatt Graham shows up. Four years older and far too good at getting under her skin, Wyatt is the living embodiment of a "bad idea," and the guy who shattered her pride when she confessed her crush at sixteen.With his music career stalled, Wyatt has come to Tahoe for inspiration. The la

Shortlisted for Illustrator of the Year - British Book Awards 2025From the internationally best-selling author and illustrator, Mariajo Ilustrajo, comes an interactive page-turner of a picture book. Providing a playful, surprising twist on the classic "unexpected guest" premise, the narrative here is flipped, making humans the unexpected guests in a tale told by mice! The mice living happily under the floorboards of a house find their peace is disturbed by some unexpected guests . . . humans! The mice are curious about their guests and set out to investigate. They find weird and wonderful human objects and lots of food, so they decide their guests might not be so bad after all - until our intrepid mouse narrator finds himself caught in a jar! His friends try to save him but get caught too, and they fear the worst, but they're set free from the jar . . . and into a cardboard Mouse Land. The humans aren't so bad after all! But, for the final twist, the mice discover there is one last gue

Discover what's at the bottom of the sea, who can dive the deepest, how the Moon makes the sea move, where big waves come from and so much more. The secrets of the sea are delightfully revealed in this young flap book, perfect for little fingers and curious minds.

The ultimate guide for the novice knight, covering everything from sieges and swordplay to feasts and fights. This book is a really fun way to access medieval history.- Packed with informative historical detail.- Written in a lively, humorous and engaging style.- Perfect for schools and libraries.

The Mubbles: The Good, the Bad and the Perky is the third in the hilarious full colour comic book series by Liz Pichon, the globally bestselling creator of Tom Gates."I laughed so much, I could barely breathe!" - Ellie"I read this book 5 times over, it was so good!" - HugoReturn to The Isle of Smile and the colourful, fun-loving Mubbles - Pop, Dash, Cheery and the gang. The Mubbles love their island, especially the mysterious Uncertain Curtain, which always delivers an unexpected surprise! What will it be today?Today the Uncertain Curtain delivers a karaoke machine - which the Mubbles love for singing their cheerful songs! This makes the Doomongers on the Isle of Gloom grumpy and desperate to stop the karaoke fun.Will sending the Clouds of Doom, the Whiff of Woe or the Beastly Bugs to the Isle of Smile keep the merry Mubbles quiet once and for all?Filled with colourful characters, boundless fun and lots of adventures this series is a guaranteed hit for kids. Featuring a QR code that wi

A seriously funny collection of over 300 quick and clever jokes for kids.A new title in the ‘Buster Laugh-a-Lot’ series, this hilarious collection has hundreds of clever jokes for funny kids to enjoy and share.A new title in the ‘Buster Laugh-a-Lot’ series, this hilarious collection has hundreds of clever jokes for funny kids to enjoy and share.What are the ten things you can always count on?Your fingers!I hate puns about insects.They really bug me.Help!My fear of moving stairsis escalating!Six sticky skeletonssketched sillysketches of skeletonsgetting sticky.Filled with over 300 laugh-out-loud clever jokes, from ridiculous riddles and teasing tongue twisters to witty one-liners and clever puns. Designed to be easy to read and with wonderfully silly illustrations for extra fun, this comical collection will keep jokers entertained for hours.Also available in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series:9781780559636Jokes for Funny Kids: 5 Year Olds9781780556260Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds978178

Join Bizzy Bear for a brand-new Bizzy Town adventure in this exciting new picture book series from award-winning illustrator Benji Davies!Follow Bizzy Bear and Freddy Frog on their farmyard adventure at Bizzy Town Farm! But when Farmer Tim's tractor gets stuck in a muddy field, will Bizzy Bear and his friends be able to free him?A bright and charming storybook that's perfect for busy toddlers that are always ready for their next adventure!Explore, discover and play with more Bizzy Bear books:Bizzy Bear: Dinosaur SafariBizzy Bear: Find and Follow: At the ZooBizzy Bear: My First Sticker Book: Things That GoBizzy Bear: Whizzy Wheels: TrainBizzy Bear: Memory Game: Animals

A quackingly new novelty book with lots of fun animals and sliders to push, pull and jiggle.With simple rhyming text, things to push pull and spin, and brilliant illustrations from Guilerhem Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the jungle fun.A fun way to develop a child's physical development and encourage them to explore the way their bodies move as they trot like a horse, roll like a pig, peck like a hen and quack like a duck.Look out for Stomp Like an Elephant too!

A buzzing new novelty book with lots of fun animals and sliders to push, pull and jiggle.With simple rhyming text, things to push pull and spin, and brilliant illustrations from Guilerhem Karsten, children will love to copy the movements of these animals and join in the jungle fun.A fun way to develop a child's physical development and encourage them to explore the way their bodies move as they spin like a spider, hide like a snail, crawl like a caterpillar and buzz like a bee.Look out for Waddle Like a Duck too!

《心理與教育統計》(第3版)介紹了當今心理和教育研究中主要的統計方法，內容包括：變量與數據、頻數分析、樣本的數字特徵、統計圖、概率基本知識、隨機變量及其分佈、參數估計和假設檢驗、相關分析、回歸分析、方差分析、調節效應分析、中介效應分析、Logistic回歸、因子分析等。著重討論了統計思想和統計原理、應用實例、SPSS for Window的操作方法、結果解釋和表述。附有SPSS for Windows操作入門和Excel統計分析與操作。 本書是面向初級到中級學習者的統計教科書，適合心理學、教育學和其他社會科學各專業的本科生作為教材使用，也可供有關專業的研究人員和應用統計工作者參考。

Oh no! Your robot is going wrong. You need to feed it, quickly!But what do robots eat? Find out by turning the wheel in this funny book for toddlers and young children.Will it like shoelaces? Too tangly! Cheesy puffs? Too crumbly! Nuts and bolts, computer cookies and engine oil are what it needs.See different reactions from the robot as you turn the wheel, until you find the food that hits the spot.- Perfect for 2+- Easy to turn wheel- Silly foods for unstoppable giggles

Based on the hit YouTube channel StEvEn and Parker, overly imaginative and dino obsessed StEvEn gets into a series of hilarious hijinks at the Orange County Fair and at school, pulling along his responsible older brother Parker for the ride.Meet StEvEn and his best buddy, Parker. StEvEn is an eight year old obsessed with all things dino, and has even assumed the role of CEO of the ‘Dino Club,’ a club of his own making. Parker is his long suffering older brother who tries to get StEvEn out of trouble.At the Orange County Fair, StEvEn feels left out when he can’t go on a ride with his brother Parker and Bianca, StEvEn's one true love (AKA Parker’s girlfriend). But a chance encounter with Tatum, a lost Dino plushie, leads to misadventures with Parker, and at school as Steven desperately tries to run out the clock before Tatum’s real owner comes for him!Inspired by the popular Youtube series, StEvEn and Parker is a riotous tale of over-the-top sibling antics and friendship that'll have you

The renegade leader of the Red Corsairs must adapt to an Imperium led by Roboute Guilliman, all while struggling to retain power in the face of dissension among his vicious followers. Huron Blackheart is the master of the Red Corsairs, but keeping power is never certain for those renegades who have renounced the Imperium. With the galaxy thrown into turmoil by the return of Roboute Guilliman, and new challenges to his authority emerging within his own ranks, Huron must call on every trick he knows to stay in control... and alive. But even a warrior as ferocious as the Blood Reaver must be wary, for although there are still bargains open to him, not all are ones he should rush into...

★ USA Today暢銷作家 Christina Wyman 全新暖心校園成長小說★ 當青春期的「火山痘痘」爆發，友情、家庭與自信也正在翻湧★ 幽默又真實的中學日常——每個曾經尷尬長大的孩子都會懂青春期就像火山爆發，誰也躲不掉。艾莉絲在八年級面對青春痘、家庭變化與友情壓力，生活一團亂，但在姨媽與小狗洛可的陪伴下，她逐漸明白：真正的成長，是學會接納自己。Christina Wyman以幽默又真誠的筆觸，寫下一段既爆笑又動人的中學成長故事。A Junior Library Guild SelectionFrom the USA Today-bestselling author of Jawbreaker and Slouch, this fresh and funny middle-grade novel is a brand-new, standalone story about a girl with chronic acne figuring out how to feel good in her own skin--perfect for fans of Raina Telgemeier. Rising star author Christina Wyman tackles another quintessential middle-school experience--acne--with her trademark humor, honesty, and heart in Breakout. It's ideal for readers who love Raina Telgemeier, Terri Libenson, Kelly Yang, Gordon Korman, and other endlessly funny and deeply heartfelt books that tackle big topics and universal coming-of-age alike.

The next super installment in the My Mighty Marvel First Book series featuring the world's most extraordinary team--the X-Men--as drawn by one of the world's most extraordinary creators! Leap into action with the most astonishing group of heroes: the X-Men! Learn about Professor X, Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Wolverine, and the other extraordinary mutants from Professor Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters. This bright and bold board book, with art from Dave Cockrum, teaches the youngest collector all about the X-Men's super-powers, backstories, and enemies! Featuring vivid colors and three special gatefolds that help the X-Men pop off the page, and a larger trim size fit for a Super Hero team, this fun-filled board book is perfect for new and longtime Marvel fans alike.

A fully illustrated children's edition of Katy Hessel's bestselling adult book The Story of Art Without Men, covering artists from across the globe and throughout history.A beautiful journey through the untold stories of art, adapted from the global sensation The Story of Art Without Men, ideal for readers age 8-14, by expert art historian and bestselling author Katy Hessel.Step into the incredible lives of the women artists who have gone uncelebrated for too long.Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.You'll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers - and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women's rights.Based on the bestselling book The Story of Art Without Men, this version includes breathtaking

A heart-warming picture book about a lost, broken robot searching for their place in life, their family and their forever home by award-winning author and illustrator Joe Todd-Stanton.A heart-warming picture book about a lost, broken robot searching for their place in life, their family and their forever home by award-winning author and illustrator Joe Todd-Stanton. Deep in the heart of a rubbish dump, a little broken robot woke up . . . Mio can't remember where they came from or how long it's been, but they know they're not meant to be there. They go in search of their memories and the home they once knew, only to discover that everything has changed. A stunning picture book with a beautiful message about loving yourself and knowing there is always a place where you belong.

Winner of the 2026 International Booker PrizeWinner of the 2024 National Book Award for Translated LiteratureWinner of the 2024 Baifang Schell Book Prize for Outstanding Translated Literature from Chinese LanguageA bittersweet story of love between two women, nested in an artful exploration of language, history, and powerMay 1938. The young novelist Aoyama Chizuko has sailed from her home in Nagasaki, Japan, and arrived in Taiwan. She's been invited there by the Japanese government ruling the island, though she has no interest in their official banquets or imperialist agenda. Instead, Chizuko longs to experience real island life and to taste as much of its authentic cuisine as her famously monstrous appetite can bear.Soon a Taiwanese woman--who is younger even than she is, and who shares the characters of her name--is hired as her interpreter and makes her dreams come true. The charming, erudite, meticulous Chizuru arranges Chizuko's travels all over the Land of the South and also prov

Get ready for bed with Bluey in this Bedtime Little Library. These chunky mini books are perfect for little hands. Stories include Fruit Bat, Daddy Putdown, Burger Shop and Sleepytime.It’s the perfect little gift for big Bluey fans. Night-night Bluey!Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: Bluey and Friends Little LibraryBluey: Bluey Playtime Little LibraryBluey: Little LibraryBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It’s currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK.Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun collection of story, activity and novelty books that celebrate play.

WINNER OF THE NEWBERY MEDALA FINALIST FOR THE 2024 NATIONAL BOOK AWARDA NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLERAN INDIE BESTSELLERWhen twelve-year-old Michael Rosario meets a mysterious boy from the future, his life is changed forever. From bestselling author Erin Entrada Kelly, winner of the Newbery Medal for Hello, Universe and a Newbery Honor for We Dream of Space, this novel explores themes of family, friendship, trust, and forgiveness. The First State of Being is for fans of Rebecca Stead's When You Reach Me.It's August 1999. For twelve-year-old Michael Rosario, life at Fox Run Apartments in Red Knot, Delaware, is as ordinary as ever--except for the looming Y2K crisis and his overwhelming crush on his fifteen-year-old babysitter, Gibby. But when a disoriented teenage boy named Ridge appears out of nowhere, Michael discovers there is more to life than stockpiling supplies and pining over Gibby.It turns out that Ridge is carefree, confident, and bold, things Michael wishes he could be. Unlike Mi

It's never too early for your first checkmate. International Master and top YouTube chess coach Levy Rozman (aka GothamChess) brings the world’s greatest game to its newest fans—babies!This adorable board book introduces little ones to the basics of chess: the names of the pieces, how they move, and what it takes to win. With bold, high-contrast illustrations designed to support a baby’s developing vision and growing mind, this charming little book is both brainy and beautiful. Whether you're raising the next grandmaster or just want something smart for storytime, Chess for Babies is a perfect first move.

【紐伯瑞金獎大師 Avi 2026 震撼新作】★紐伯瑞金牌得主 Avi 再次展現精準的歷史觀察與緊張的敘事節奏。★《Booklist》、《Kirkus Reviews》星級好評，讀者公認「翻開後就無法放下」的歷史冒險。★真實還原 20 世紀初紐約移民群像，體現人類在逆境中追求希望的永恆力量。1910 年，13 歲的義大利少年 Santo 帶著對父親的承諾，橫跨大西洋來到紐約尋找更好的生活。然而在埃利斯島（Ellis Island）入境時，他意外與母親和手足失散。隻身一人在充滿敵意且語言不通的曼哈頓街頭，Santo 必須在犯罪邊緣與生存本能之間掙扎，並靠著驚人的毅力找回他失散的家人。這不只是一段移民的奮鬥史，更是一場關於勇氣、責任與「家」的深刻探索。Newbery Medalist Avi is back with a gripping exploration of the immigrant experience at the turn of the twentieth century. A must-read for fans of Moon over Manifest and Echo Mountain.When Santo's father left their tiny town in Italy for America, he made Santo promise to keep their family together until he has enough money to bring the rest of them to the US.It takes a few years, but Mama finally gets word that their family can join Papa. Santo couldn't be more excited to go to America--and to see his father again. However, Santo gets separated from his mother and siblings at Ellis Island, and he is left to fend for himself on the mean streets of Manhattan. Santo

Inspired by the global phenomenon of the Murdle puzzle books comes the first novel in a new thrilling mystery series, for fans of Mr. Lemoncello's Library and The Swifts. It's a cloudy day on the Sacred Kidney playground, but Jake likes it that way--dark and uncertain. For a junior detective like Jake, standing up to bad guys is a piece of cake. After all, she's the only detective at Sacred Kidney Elementary with a hard-earned badge to her name. But just as Jake and her sidekick Sterling prepare to face off against the biggest bully in school, there's a scream from inside the library. The kids are sure they heard Miss Saffron cry out, but when they arrive at the scene of the crime, the library is how it's always been: filled with books, but no Miss Saffron to be found! None of the adults still there after school are talking, but Jake, Sterling, and Brick the bully are determined to find out what happened. This unlikely trio pinky promises to solve...the crime at Sacred Kidney! The seco

Calling Harry Potter fans! Read all about Albus Dumbledore in the POCKET POTTERS series, the completely collectible, fully illustrated, must-have official guides to all your favorite characters from the wizarding world.Why is Dumbledore such a brilliant headmaster? What's on his Chocolate Frog Card and which is his favorite Quidditch team? Find out all this and much more! Join Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Great Hall for the start-of-term feast, climb the enchanted spiral staircase to the headmaster's office, and learn all about Fawkes the phoenix. Get set for wise words, grand wizardry, and some scrumptious magical sweets...Joyfully illustrated, boisterously brilliant, the POCKET POTTERS are collectible, must-have official guides to the Harry Potter books. Whether you are just starting your magical reading journey or you already know your Fizzing Whizbees from your Acid Pops, each of the POCKET POTTERS is perfect for sharing together or reading independently.

The New York Times best-selling author of the Serafina series, Robert Beatty, is back with a fast-paced new novel for 8-12-year-olds--now in paperback with exclusive bonus content! Embark on an unforgettable mystery-adventure starring a girl determined to save her friends and find a home! Robert Beatty, a master at telling atmospheric tales of mystery and suspense set in the natural world, has crafted another ingenious, unputdownable story. Thirteen-year-old Sylvia Doe has lived at the Highground Home for Children nearly all her life. Whenever the administrators try to place her with a foster family, she runs away--back to Mason, Highground's caretaker and her best friend. The only place she feels like she belongs is with him and the horses he has taught her to love. When a powerful storm causes the remote mountain valley where she lives to flood, Sylvia begins to encounter strange and wondrous things floating down the river. Glittering gemstones and wild animals that don't belong--eve

A Buddhist monk practices calligraphy every single day--calming his heart and bringing an unexpected gift to a nearby city.As rain falls, Old Monk invites Little Monk to practice calligraphy. "Let's write the character for rain!" he says. And with each brushstroke, Little Monk's restless, anxious heart grows quiet. For the next twenty years, as Little Monk becomes Big Monk, he sits down with his brush every day, meditating on and writing the character for "rain." Until one day someone comes to the temple asking for help: the city has no water. All grown up now, Big Monk packs his things, hoping to do his part. But will a pile of calligraphy sheets make any difference? This stunning book is horizontally bound, creating a vertical reading experience inspired by Chinese ink paintings and calligraphy hung on scrolls. With poetic text and watercolor art from Taiwanese author-illustrator Hsu-Kung Liu, Little Monk Writes Rain is an evocative tale of mindfulness, self-expression, and compassio

This is a dialogue across East and West,and a sincere remembrance of trust, responsibility, and mission.From classroom to life, from ideas to practice,the book records not only Drucker’s thought,but the legacy of a belief at its core:that management exists to develop human beings.In 1999, Peter Drucker, the father of modern management, embarked on a profound dialogue with Chinese entrepreneur Shao Minglo over a shared vision for education. Drucker made a solemn commitment: to serve as Shao’s pro bono advisor for the rest of his life. In the years that followed, the two met regularly in California to discuss management education in China, economic realities, and organizational culture—forging a deep friendship that transcended both culture and age.This book records that precious journey. It illustrates not only how Drucker translated ideas into practice, but also portrays his sincerity, warmth, and humanity. He held a deep hope for the future of management in China, remained steadfast i

Help your students develop the skills to succeed in Cambridge IGCSE™ Literature in English. The Student’s Book provides an ideal companion to the Cambridge IGCSE™ (9–1) and O Level Literature in English syllabuses (0475, 0992, 2010) for examination from 2028, giving students the tools to explore set texts and analyse unseen texts with confidence.