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Jacob Walters′s dad has worked to make his son′s life a living hell. But when the cute new transfer student suffers his father′s wrath, Jacob must make the hardest decisions of his life.Skylar Gray is adopted, nonverbal, and he feels most comfortable wearing skirts. Life has never been easy, but with a fresh start at a brand-new school, with new parents and in a new state, he just might finally make some friends. Maybe. Honestly it′s hard to focus on anything when gorgeous rocker boy Jacob is around. But it′s hard for Skylar to trust anyone when people have always been quick to ditch him at the first inconvenience; they always seem more than ready to judge him as defective. And the bullies love to confirm it. Skylar has only ever had himself, so why would anything be different this time? Especially for an anxious boy with literally no voice.Jacob doesn′t give a damn, especially not since he came out over the summer. He expected the hate he got from his father, who mostly acts as if it

《病菌與你的健康歷險記》是一場身臨其境的接觸，了解在我們生活周圍、身上和內部的微生物，以及它們對我們的生活有什麼影響。細菌如何傳播？感冒和流感有什麼區別？為什麼要注意你吃進去的東西？培養好菌，在疾病大流行中倖存下來，並避免食物中毒的危險！打破一些關於疾病的常見神話，武裝自己對抗癌症！從免疫系統的防禦到藥物的治療效果，以前所未有並令人驚奇的方式感受身體內部的運作！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Germs and Your Health is an immersive encounter with the microorganisms that live around, on and inside us, and their impact on our lives. How do germs travel? What's the difference between a cold and the flu? Why should you watch what you eat? Grow your good bacteria, survive a pandemic, and avoid the perils of food poisoning! Bust some common myths about disease, and arm yourself to fight cancer! From the defences of your immune system to the healing effects of medication, experience the mind-blowing inner workings of your body as never before!

《與更多陸地動物一起冒險》身臨其境的接觸20多個不同棲息地的居民。鹿角和牛角有什麼區別？為什麼樹懶的行動如此緩慢？你能發現黑豹的……斑點嗎？在螞蟻大軍中前進。來一次公路旅行，驚嘆於駝鹿的魅力，與椰子蟹搏鬥，還遇見令人難忘的長鼻猴！從北極荒野到安第斯山脈，從遙遠的草原到隔壁的花園，比以往更近距離地認識更多的陸地動物！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with More Land Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 20 residents of diverse habitats above and below ground. What's the difference between antlers and horns? Why does the sloth move so slowly? Can you spot the black panther's ... spots? March in an army of ants. Take a road trip to marvel at the moose. Wrestle with the coconut crab. And meet the unforgettable proboscis monkey! From the Arctic wilderness to the Andean Mountains, and from faraway grasslands to gardens next door, experience more land animals up closer than ever before!

《材料歷險記》身臨其境的接觸超過15種纖維、礦物、樹脂和金屬，這些材料在日常和專業被廣泛應用。天然材料和合成材料有什麼區別？琥珀如何捕捉史前生命的片段？為什麼棉花是世界上最重要的作物之一？用桑蠶紡製一些精美織品。成為魔術師的學徒，並見證鎵的迷人特性。從設計和美術到建築和施工，從科學實驗室到你的家中，以前所未有的方式欣賞材料的驚人用途！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Materials is an immersive encounter with more than 15 fibres, minerals, resins and metals that have a wide range of everyday and specialist applications. What's the difference between natural and synthetic materials? How does amber capture a slice of prehistoric life? Why is cotton one of the world's most important crops? Spin some fine fabric with the mulberry silkworm. Become an illusionist's apprentice. And witness the mesmerising properties of gallium. From design and the fine arts to building and construction, and from the science lab to your home, appreciate the astonishing uses of materials as never before!

《科技和小工具的歷險記》身臨其境接觸超過15項突破性的進步，這些進步改變了我們的生活、工作和娛樂方式。第一台電腦是什麼時候發明的？光纖技術如何改變通信？如果你能用現實生活中的「力場」保護你的財物呢？在數位筆記本上塗鴉，與機器人朋友鬥智鬥勇，並穿著 GPS 鞋四處走動！從清潔我們生活空間的機器，到載著我們移動到各地的引擎，從口袋型設備到巨大的資訊中心，以前所未有的方式認識科技和小工具的驚人運作！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Technology and Gadgets is an immersive encounter with more than 15 groundbreaking advances that have changed the way that we live, work and play. When were the first computers invented? How did fibre optic technology transform communications? What if you could protect your belongings with a real-life "force field"? Scribble in a digital notebook. Pit your wits against robot friends. And walk around in GPS shoes! From the machines that clean our living spaces to the engines that move us from place to place, and from pocket-sized devices to vast hubs of information, grasp the astounding workings of tech and gadgets as never before!

《病菌與你的健康歷險記》是一場身臨其境的接觸，了解在我們生活周圍、身上和內部的微生物，以及它們對我們的生活有什麼影響。細菌如何傳播？感冒和流感有什麼區別？為什麼要注意你吃進去的東西？培養好菌，在疾病大流行中倖存下來，並避免食物中毒的危險！打破一些關於疾病的常見神話，武裝自己對抗癌症！從免疫系統的防禦到藥物的治療效果，以前所未有並令人驚奇的方式感受身體內部的運作！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Germs and Your Health is an immersive encounter with the microorganisms that live around, on and inside us, and their impact on our lives. How do germs travel? What's the difference between a cold and the flu? Why should you watch what you eat? Grow your good bacteria, survive a pandemic, and avoid the perils of food poisoning! Bust some common myths about disease, and arm yourself to fight cancer! From the defences of your immune system to the healing effects of medication, experience the mind-blowing inner workings of your body as never before!

《與更多陸地動物一起冒險》身臨其境的接觸20多個不同棲息地的居民。鹿角和牛角有什麼區別？為什麼樹懶的行動如此緩慢？你能發現黑豹的……斑點嗎？在螞蟻大軍中前進。來一次公路旅行，驚嘆於駝鹿的魅力，與椰子蟹搏鬥，還遇見令人難忘的長鼻猴！從北極荒野到安第斯山脈，從遙遠的草原到隔壁的花園，比以往更近距離地認識更多的陸地動物！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with More Land Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 20 residents of diverse habitats above and below ground. What's the difference between antlers and horns? Why does the sloth move so slowly? Can you spot the black panther's ... spots? March in an army of ants. Take a road trip to marvel at the moose. Wrestle with the coconut crab. And meet the unforgettable proboscis monkey! From the Arctic wilderness to the Andean Mountains, and from faraway grasslands to gardens next door, experience more land animals up closer than ever before!

《材料歷險記》身臨其境的接觸超過15種纖維、礦物、樹脂和金屬，這些材料在日常和專業被廣泛應用。天然材料和合成材料有什麼區別？琥珀如何捕捉史前生命的片段？為什麼棉花是世界上最重要的作物之一？用桑蠶紡製一些精美織品。成為魔術師的學徒，並見證鎵的迷人特性。從設計和美術到建築和施工，從科學實驗室到你的家中，以前所未有的方式欣賞材料的驚人用途！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Materials is an immersive encounter with more than 15 fibres, minerals, resins and metals that have a wide range of everyday and specialist applications. What's the difference between natural and synthetic materials? How does amber capture a slice of prehistoric life? Why is cotton one of the world's most important crops? Spin some fine fabric with the mulberry silkworm. Become an illusionist's apprentice. And witness the mesmerising properties of gallium. From design and the fine arts to building and construction, and from the science lab to your home, appreciate the astonishing uses of materials as never before!

《科技和小工具的歷險記》身臨其境接觸超過15項突破性的進步，這些進步改變了我們的生活、工作和娛樂方式。第一台電腦是什麼時候發明的？光纖技術如何改變通信？如果你能用現實生活中的「力場」保護你的財物呢？在數位筆記本上塗鴉，與機器人朋友鬥智鬥勇，並穿著 GPS 鞋四處走動！從清潔我們生活空間的機器，到載著我們移動到各地的引擎，從口袋型設備到巨大的資訊中心，以前所未有的方式認識科技和小工具的驚人運作！*本書擴增實境(AR)互動功能，需依書中說明下載APP(Snap Learn)後使用。Adventures with Technology and Gadgets is an immersive encounter with more than 15 groundbreaking advances that have changed the way that we live, work and play. When were the first computers invented? How did fibre optic technology transform communications? What if you could protect your belongings with a real-life "force field"? Scribble in a digital notebook. Pit your wits against robot friends. And walk around in GPS shoes! From the machines that clean our living spaces to the engines that move us from place to place, and from pocket-sized devices to vast hubs of information, grasp the astounding workings of tech and gadgets as never before!

An engaging picture book biography based on the incredible true story of a Jewish refugee who pioneered home video games and launched a worldwide obsession. Do you ever wonder how video gaming was invented? What came before your PlayStation or Xbox? This is the story of Ralph Baer, a refugee from Nazi Germany, who used his skills―and a lot of ingenuity and persistence―to make life a little more fun. Television was new when Ralph returned from serving in World War II, but he didn’t settle for watching TV. He knew it could be even more fun if you could play with it. He tinkered and tested, got help and rejected, but with perseverance and skill, he made his vision come true! This is the inspiring story of a fearless inventor who made TV video games a reality.

You can do it too with Ladybird's It's Time to...!This interactive novelty board book is filled with sliders and flaps to help little ones mimic the adult behaviours they see every day. In It's Time to... Clean Up! the moving sliders and transformative flaps on every page allow toddlers to perform the tasks in the simple text - they can vacuum the floor, wash the dishes and even hang up the washing!The It's Time to...series:Boosts motor skillsEncourages imaginative playRecommended for children aged 3+Also available:It's Time to... Fix It!

Celebrate the people who help us and the important jobs they do with this first push, pull and slide book about being a teacher.

You can do it too with Ladybird's It's Time to...!This interactive novelty board book is filled with sliders and flaps to help little ones mimic the adult behaviours they see every day. In It's Time to... Fix It! the moving sliders and transformative flaps on every page allow toddlers to perform the tasks in the simple text - they can hammer nails, drill holes and even repair garden sheds!The It's Time to...series:Boosts motor skillsEncourages imaginative playRecommended for children aged 3+Also available:It's Time to... Clean Up!

紐伯瑞銀獎《A Wish in the Dark》作者以泰國為原型打造古老、奇異的海上冒險。前途備受矚目的製圖師助理得到遠征繪製地圖的機會，前往傳說中的島嶼。謊稱家世的她其實來自低下階級，秘密會在危機重重的旅途中被揭穿嗎？From Christina Soontornvat, the visionary and versatile author of two 2021 Newbery Honor Books, comes a high-seas adventure set in a Thai-inspired fantasy world.In a fantasy adventure every bit as compelling and confident in its world building as her Newbery Honor Book A Wish in the Dark, Christina Soontornvat explores a young woman’s struggle to unburden herself of the past and chart her own destiny in a world of secrets. As assistant to Mangkon’s most celebrated mapmaker, twelve-year-old Sai plays the part of a well-bred young lady with a glittering future. In reality, her father is a conman―and in a kingdom where the status of one’s ancestors dictates their social position, the truth could ruin her. Sai seizes the chance to join an expedition to chart the southern seas, but she isn’t the only one aboard with secrets. When Sai learns that the ship might be heading for the fa

Join the spunky and powerful Sparkle Dragons as they blast their glitter fire and put their brains together to save the queendom from polka-dotted pollution in this hilarious, easy-to-read graphic novel.Meet the Sparkle Dragons: the spunkiest crew in all of Princess Puff's queendom! Trixie is fierce with brains and beauty. Rue is tough as nails with a heart of shimmering gold. And, last but not least, Glinda, who often has her head in the clouds, but her out-of-the-box problem-solving can be her strongest asset. With their unique powers combined, they are an unstoppable force! And let's be honest: fighting off bad guys with glitter beams can be pretty hilarious . . . and sticky! Bad guys can be quite clever in this queendom, but the Sparkle Dragons don’t miss a trick. When the Rain River is polluted with polka dots, Robert—not Bob—the Troll takes the heat for it. But he says he is innocent! Not to worry—the Sparkle Dragons are hot on the tails of the true culprits. That is, if Princess

Awesome adventures inspired by the best-selling Pokémon Sword & Shield video games set in the wild Galar region!Casey Shield, a hacker who invented the Dynamax Simulator, and Henry Sword, a boy who repairs gear for Pokémon, both dream of entering the Galar region's Gym battles. For Casey, it's a chance to reunite with her lost Pokémon. For Henry, it's an opportunity to search for the legendary Rusted Sword and Rusted Shield.Henry and Casey participate in the Gym Challenge! Henry’s skills as a Pokémon Gear Artisan are put to the test as he battles multiple Gym Leaders! Meanwhile, Casey continues to search for her long-lost Pokémon.Are Henry and Casey up to their new tasks?

Emile is not shy―he is quiet. Emile may seem timid and shy on the outside, but on the inside he is bustling with imagination. While grownups and even other kids may see Emile as the shy kid who doesn’t raise his hand in class, we know that Emile is actually a high-seas adventurer, a daring explorer, and a friend to wild beasts. This story honors and encourages the beauty of knowing ourselves for exactly who we are. Emile’s world shows us that the mind of a quiet child can be as rich, expansive, and bold as that of any other (more extroverted) child.

Martha LOVES drawing maps. She creates maps of everything-even her thoughts and dreams! Let Martha be your guide as she welcomes you to her world. Starting in outer space, we zoom in page by page, to our planet, Martha's community, and beyond to her dreams of a future where ANYTHING is possible.Full of quirky details and fun non-fiction labels that children will love poring over-they will discover cool new facts with every reading. Each map is imbued with anirresistible sense of excitement about the world and optimism for the future.

Rigatoni is a pasta cat. He loves pasta, any kind of pasta: spaghetti, penne, fusilli, with pesto, in soup, in lasagne, any whichever way his owners, Ruth and Tina, will serve it.Then one day Ruth and Tina go away and leave George in charge. And the pasta is replaced with yucky cat food. Can Rigatoni find someone who understands what he really wants to eat?

From the author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant comes another brilliant escapade. The third thrilling adventure set in a fictional Sri Lanka is jam-packed with peril, poachers and an endangered leopard!Selvi is a wild child who loves climbing in the beautiful mountains behind her home. She is often joined by Lokka, a leopard with a beautiful coat and huge golden eyes.When hunters come for Lokka, Selvi is determined to fight. But what can she do against such powerful enemies? Turn to her friends, of course! Now they just need the perfect plan... Cover and inside illustrations by David Dean.

Discover the joy of growing things in this non-fiction nature picture book series from Axel Scheffler and the National TrustTilly has been learning all about trees and she would love to grow one. So when Grandma shows Tilly her special oak tree and they collect an acorn from the ground, they know just what to do. With help from their friends Worm and Ladybird, Tilly starts to grow her very own oak tree.Join in as she watches it grow, with fun flaps to lift to see what's happening underground and a big pop-up surprise at the end. With a gentle story and simple facts to explain how plants grow, children will be inspired to get outside and follow the helpful tips to plant their very own trees. Featuring artwork from bestselling The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler, this new nature series from the National Trust is one for all the family to treasure!Other titles in the series include: Sam Plants a Sunflower

Hop in a time machine with Wally and join in with the fun through history! Includes games, puzzles and searches set through the ages from the days of the dinosaurs to the wild west and beyond, plus over 100 super stickers. Wow!Have you ever wanted to journey into history? Well, now is your chance! Design your own time machine, then whizz back through the ages to play dino-ball with a triceratops, carve stones with cave people, make Aztec-inspired art, join the gold rush and more. It's such a blast in the past with Wally!Includes tick-tock-terrific games, puzzles, searches and over 100 super stickers.

From the New York Times bestselling author of Front Desk comes a poignant middle grade novel about courage, hope, and resilience as an Asian American boy fights to keep his family together and stand up to racism during the initial outbreak of the coronavirus. When the coronavirus hits Hong Kong, ten-year-old Knox Wei-Evans's mom makes the last-minute decision to move him and his siblings back to California, where they think they will be safe. Suddenly, Knox has two days to prepare for an international move--and for leaving his dad, who has to stay for work. At his new school in California, Knox struggles with being the new kid. His classmates think that because he's from Asia, he must have brought over the virus. At home, Mom just got fired and is panicking over the loss of health insurance, and Dad doesn't even know when he'll see them again, since the flights have been cancelled. And everyone struggles with Knox's blurting-things-out problem. As racism skyrockets during COVID-19, Kno

19世紀末，信仰與科學的衝突已張開血盆大口。拿下多項大獎的瑰麗小說即將登上小螢幕。甫搬至艾塞克斯的業餘博物學者和虔誠的教區牧師出於不同的信念，一心找出傳說中嗜人巨蛇的真相，而過程與真相又會將分別代表理性思維和信仰力量的兩人推往何處？'A blissful novel of unapologetic appetites ... here is a writer who understands life' JESSIE BURTON, author of THE MINIATURISTLondon, 1893. When Cora Seaborne's controlling husband dies, she steps into her new life as a widow with as much relief as sadness.Along with her son Francis - a curious, obsessive boy - she leaves town for Essex, in the hope that fresh air and open space will provide refuge. On arrival, rumours reach them that the mythical Essex Serpent, once said to roam the marshes claiming lives, has returned to the coastal parish of Aldwinter. Cora, a keen amateur naturalist with no patience for superstition, is enthralled, convinced that what the local people think is a magical beast may be a yet-undiscovered species.As she sets out on its trail, she is introduced to William Ransome, Aldwinter's vicar, who is also deeply suspicious of the rumours, but thinks

Join Bee on a trip through the meadow in search of the hive in this interactive adventure, filled with touch-and-feel textures, lift-the-flaps, and peek-through holes! Little ones will love to join Bee on an adventure through the meadow in search of the beehive. Bee sees some flowers, and children can lift the flap on each to see what's underneath. Bee then meets Caterpillar on a branch, where there are leaves to lift and peek under each. The next friend that Bee meets is Ladybug, who blends in with the mushrooms that children can peek under. Bee then sees Worm and finally Firefly, right before it's time for bed. With die-cut, touch-and-feel textures, peek-through holes, and lift-the-flaps throughout, this book is an interactive, tactile adventure!

繼電影《魔戒三部曲》之後，亞馬遜重啟開拍全新影集。透過《小人物大夢想》繪本認識這部奇幻史詩的作者J. R. R.托爾金。從南非搬到英國大城市，受困於水泥叢林進而使想像力的種子萌芽，成為當代奇幻文壇巨擘。In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of J. R. R. Tolkien, author and forefather of the fantasy genre. Little John experienced lots of change in his life from a young age. Moving from South Africa to a big city in England, he longed for the nature he grew up around. After the death of both of his parents, John found comfort in telling stories and building imaginary worlds with his friends. And he continued to tell stories for the rest of his life, creating epic tales of hobbits, dwarves, elves, and wizards as J. R. R. Tolkien. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the writer's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of ou

From Gail Gibbons, the #1 author of science books for kids, learn everything to know about the iconic ladybug in this new edition updated with the latest facts from experts.This new and updated edition presents the latest scientific information on ladybugs in language accessible for young readers through bright illustrations, informative diagrams, and easy-to-read text. Kids will rethink what they know about the little red bug while being introduced to biology vocabulary and environmentalism.See the ladybug grow from an egg to an adult. Explore just some of the different colorings and markings from the thousands of ladybug varieties around the world. Learn about the ladybug’s behavior, habitat, and how they protect crops by eating harmful insects. The final page includes quick ladybug facts and resources for further learning.Author of over 120 nonfiction books for kids, including the beloved Monarch Butterfly and From Seed to Plant, and with hundreds of thousands of books sold, Gail Gi

A phonics-based wipe-clean workbook for children who are just starting to learn to read, from the creators of the #1 bestselling Bob Books® Set 1 - Beginning Readers phonics box set, complete with a wipe-clean pen!Young readers can practice their early phonics skills again and again in this playful wipe-clean workbook. The 32 pages of writing and drawing activities can be done alongside the Bob Books Set 1 - Beginning Readers phonics box set, or by any child who is just starting to sound out (decode) words. Perfect for learning at home or on-the-go!32 pages of activities―2 pages for each of the 12 books in the Bob Books Set 1: Beginning Readers box set, plus bonus activities!For ages 4 to 6; Pre-K to First GradeWriting activities are based on three-letter words with short vowels in simple sentences. Activities gradually add letter sounds until children have completed activities with all letters of the alphabet (except Q).Open-ended drawing activities can be completed differently each t

Ace is ready to race her new car!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read text, a short-story format, plenty of humor, and full-color artwork on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and fluency. Acorn books plant a love of reading and help readers grow!Ace has built her very own car and is getting ready to race! After oiling the wheels and kicking the tires, Ace sets out to win. But when a missing part and a rut in the middle of the track threaten to keep her in last place, Ace has to think fast to finish strong -- and come out on top!With Larry Dane Brimner's simple text and Kaylani Juanita's full-color artwork on every page, this fast-paced, action-packed book is perfect for new readers!

From beloved heritage brand Pendleton comes this collection of delicious, family-friendly recipes to elevate any outdoor excursion.Brimming with Pendleton's signature patterns and timeless wisdom, this handsome book is a wonderful companion for families and friends who love spending time in nature. Discover expert tips on how to prep ingredients ahead of time, easily transport supplies, and cook over an open fire or camping stove. Come together around the campfire with more than 30 delicious recipes for outdoor adventures, including:• Skillet Hash with Sausage and Eggs• Campfire Grilled Pizza• Charred Corn Salad with Spices• Pendleton Campfire Popcorn• Giant Snickerdoodle S'mores• And so much more.BELOVED BRAND: For over 150 years, Pendleton Woolen Mills has been one of America's most beloved heritage brands. Known for their woolen blankets and clothing, they are celebrated by people who love the great outdoors.FAMILY FUN: These family-friendly recipes are the perfect way to bring ever

The #1 New York Times bestselling series is hotter than ever, and this thrilling conclusion to the Lost Continent Prophecy arc is a must-read!With talons united . . .Luna has always wanted to change the world -- to fix it, to free it -- even if she’s never actually known how. Now that all of dragon - and humankind are in mortal danger, Luna is flying back home to Pantala with a team of dragons on a rescue mission, determined to be brave and useful.But saving a continent isn’t as easy as a prophecy makes it sound, and “facing a great evil” definitely requires more than the fiery silk that Luna is uniquely able to create. As she fights her way to the abyss that hides the dark roots poisoning Pantala, Luna must uncover a long-buried secret and unite her friends, her enemies, and her own powers. If she doesn’t, she won’t get to change the world. She’ll have to say goodbye to it -- forever.

A proposal that we think about digital technologies such as machine learning not in terms of artificial intelligence but as artificial communication.Algorithms that work with deep learning and big data are getting so much better at doing so many things that it makes us uncomfortable. How can a device know what our favorite songs are, or what we should write in an email? Have machines become too smart? In Artificial Communication, Elena Esposito argues that drawing this sort of analogy between algorithms and human intelligence is misleading. If machines contribute to social intelligence, it will not be because they have learned how to think like us but because we have learned how to communicate with them. Esposito proposes that we think of “smart” machines not in terms of artificial intelligence but in terms of artificial communication.To do this, we need a concept of communication that can take into account the possibility that a communication partner may be not a human being but an al

In the thrilling sequel to the New York Times bestselling novel Minecraft: The Island, a stranded hero stumbles upon another castaway--and discovers that teamwork might just be the secret to survival. Wandering a vast, icy tundra, the explorer has never felt more alone. Is there anything out here? Did I do the right thing by leaving the safety of my island? Should I give up and go back? So many questions, and no time to ponder--not when dark is falling and dangerous mobs are on the horizon. Gurgling zombies and snarling wolves lurk in the night, and they're closing in. With nowhere to hide, the lone traveler flees up a mountain, trapped and out of options . . . until a mysterious figure arrives, fighting off the horde singlehandedly. The unexpected savior is Summer, a fellow castaway and master of survival in these frozen wastes. Excited to find another person in this strange, blocky world, the explorer teams up with Summer, whose impressive mountain fortress as a safe haven . . . for

A humorous, uplifting look at mindfulness, from beloved illustrator Grant Snider "Find a quiet spot away from all distraction / Listen to your breath / Watch your thoughts float past you / Forget the obligations of today / Try not to consider your eventual decay / Let yourself drift away / Arise, connected with the Earth / Awakened to the Universe." In The Art of Living, cartoonist Grant Snider, author of The Shape of Ideas and I Will Judge You by Your Bookshelf, has created an all-new collection of one- and two-page comics that map his inner thoughts, poetic observations, and frequent failures at living mindfully. With both humor and a touch of reality, The Art of Living centers on mindfulness, but also empathy, relaxation, gratitude, and awareness--evergreen subjects that are more important and relevant now than ever. With a striking package, The Art of Living is an extension of the themes of Snider's first two books--which explored the creative process and the love of reading--and i

Rising star Kat Fajardo's debut middle-grade graphic novel about a girl who would rather do anything other than celebrate her quinceañera! A funny and heartfelt coming-of-age story about navigating the expectations of family and cultural tradition.Sue just wants to spend the summer reading and making comics at sleepaway camp with her friends, but instead she gets stuck going to Honduras to visit relatives with her parents and two sisters. They live way out in the country, which means no texting, no cable, and no Internet! The trip takes a turn for the worse when Sue's mother announces that they'll be having a surprise quinceañera for Sue, which is the last thing she wants. She can't imagine wearing a big, floofy, colorful dress! What is Sue going to do? And how will she survive all this "quality" time with her rambunctious family?Miss Quinces is the first graphic novel published by Scholastic/Graphix to be simultaneously released in English and Spanish editions!

Mr. Wolf's class might be going home early It's snowing, and there's excitement in the air at Hazelwood Elementary because the school day might end early. Students and teachers alike are looking forward to seeing what happens Meanwhile, Abdi is distracted and worried because his brother is having surgery. He's supposed to go home with Henry, but when the two miss the bus, they end up having an unexpected adventure with Mr. Wolf

C#旨在設計成為一種簡單、現代、通用以及面向物件的程序設計語言：此種語言的實現，應提供對於以下軟件工程要素的支持：強類型檢查、數組維度檢查、未初始化的變量引用檢測、自動垃圾收集（Garbage Collection，指一種自動內存釋放技術）。軟件必須做到強大、持久，並具有較高的編程生產效率。C#語言為在分布式環境中的開發提供適用的組件。《C#入門經典（第9版）》從初學者角度出發，圍繞C#語言的基礎知識和新功能，詳細介紹使用C#進行應用程序開發應該掌握的各方面技術，語言通俗易懂、實例豐富多彩。所有知識都結合具體實例進行介紹，涉及的程序代碼給出了詳細注釋，可使讀者輕鬆領會C#應用程序開發的精髓，快速提高開發技能。《C#入門經典（第9版）》分為3個部分，共21章。無論是剛開始接觸面向物件編程的新手，還是打算遷移到C#的C、C++或Java程序員，都可以從《C#入門經典（第9版）》汲取到新的知識。迅速掌握C#編程技術。《C#入門經典（第9版）》主要特色：講解變量、表達式、控制流程、函數、調試和錯誤處理涵蓋面向物件編程、類、類成員、ASP.NETCore、WCF、RESTAPI和BlazorApp編程技術闡述代碼導航、IntelliSense、重構和代碼修復等增強功能如何幫助你更快捷、更輕鬆地編寫程序提供大量可下載的示例代碼如何在流程早期發現和修復bug，節省時間，減少麻煩探索云計算、跨平臺和數據訪問編程

Bestselling author and illustrator Liz Pichon gives you a step-by-step guide to drawing the wonderful characters from her blockbuster Tom Gates series, and more! The must-have art activity book for fans of Tom Gates: a celebration of imagination and creativity, packed with how-to doodles, pictures to colour-in and things to make and do. Learn how to illustrate Rooster the dog and Tom's favourite snacks, how to design a bedroom like Tom's with your doodles on his walls, draw lots of facial expressions and much, much more! Over 5 million copies of the Tom Gates series sold in the UK! Leave boredom behind with this activity-packed book: hours of fun for kids. The perfect present for creative kids.ABOUT THE TOM GATE SERIES: Written in diary form Full of Tom's doodles and pictures & his amazing sense of humour This first title in the series, was the winner of the Roald Dahl Funny Prize! Perfect gifts for boys & girls who love to laugh themselves silly The first series of The Brillia

Packed with fascinating scenes showing tigers, turtles, penguins, flamingos and other amazing animals in their natural habitats. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of glorious colours.

Which tunes could save a life, and which should come with a health warning? How do talking drums tell the history of Africa? What happens in your brain when you listen to music? Find the answers to these questions and more in this exciting book exploring all corners of the diverse world of music.