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An illustrated adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes mystery – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook!The police are no closer to solving the murder of horse trainer, John Straker. He was killed on Monday night, 22nd October. The famous racehorse, Silver Blaze, has been missing since the night of the attack. The country’s most famous racehorse has mysteriously disappeared.What’s worse, his trainer has been murdered! All eyes turn to Sherlock Holmes to unravel this strange mystery, find the murderer and return Silver Blaze to safety – all before the Wessex Cup race.

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With vibrant, playful artwork and snappy text, learning about ancient Greece has never been cooler.There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Greece from religious ceremonies to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.

An adorable Sing-Along board book story, with five robust board sliders – easy for little hands to use!Each board book comes with a free instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme – simply scan the QR code for little ones to listen and sing along!With bright illustrations this series make the perfect gift for a baby or toddler!When a sailor goes for a sail in his boat, he can’t see very much at all. All toddlers will love joining in with the song, and pointing out the things he’s missed!There are loads of titles to collect…Sing Along with Me! The Wheels on the BusSing Along with Me! If You’re Happy and You Know itSing Along with Me! Old Macdonald Had a FarmSing Along with Me! Row, Row, Row Your Boat…and many more!

Whip up a fresh batch of amigurumi! Crochet Cafe features over 30 adorable and appetizing food-inspired amigurumi patterns. Lauren Espy, author of 2019''s No. 1 best-selling amigurumi book in the United States, Whimsical Stitches, gives you the ingredients and recipes you need to crochet your favorite meals and treats. Easy-to-follow patterns, detailed photographs, and helpful tips make this book perfect for novice and experienced crocheters alike. Enjoy: - Brunch with eggs benedict or avocado toast - Lunch on the go with a bento box or burrito - A traditional Italian spaghetti dinner, complete with meatballs, red wine, and cannoli These simple and darling patterns are sure to bring a smile to your face. So, pick up a hook and have fun playing with your food!

Jack 與好友在怪物末日後度過第一個冬天，卻迎來更多挑戰。當 Jack 發現武器 Louisville Slicer 突然擁有神祕的新力量，他開始展開訓練，試圖掌握它的破壞能力。與此同時，地面冒出的發光藤蔓怪物、層出不窮的殭屍，以及好友 Dirk 的反常舉動，都讓情勢更加複雜。就在他們手忙腳亂之際，一位意想不到的反派現身，威脅著世界的存亡。本書融合動作與幽默，插圖生動，讓讀者在緊湊劇情中依舊能享受輕鬆的閱讀樂趣。Now a major Netflix series!'Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier's The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.' Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid.Wimpy Kid meets The Walking Dead in this hilarious series packed with monsters and zombies.Surviving their first winter after the Monster Apocalypse was no easy feat, yet Jack and his buddies waste no time springing to action against some of the nastiest, most evil monsters around. When Jack discovers his Louisville Slicer has new, otherworldly powers, he's thrown into epic training to find out what kind of destruction the blade can wield. But between fighting off zombies, fleeing from strange, glowy Vine-Thingies erupting from the ground, and squeezing in a video game session or two, there's barely time left

Drake needs to stop a dangerous wizard battle in this action-packed, bestselling series!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Magic from a wizards' battle is destroying the city of Remus! To stop this dangerous duel, Drake and Petra team up with a Dragon Master named Tessa. Tessa, who is blind, has a very special connection with her Sound Dragon, Sono. Together, the Dragon Masters will need to find a Power Crystal! Can they save the city?

Matilda解讀攻略 (9789571468044)英文騎士團長戴逸群與英文小說中毒團隊一同打造英文小說的「閱讀素養課程」「解」開文本迷津、「讀」出深度思考力、「攻」克英文小說的完全攻「略」！ ★由小說延伸活動，從讀到寫逐步搭建鷹架，長篇閱讀SO EASY！★單字學習、閱讀理解、批判思考輕鬆GET！★整合資訊、獨立思考、解決問題，素養力UP！本書根據原文小說Matilda設計，共計十八

英文小說解讀攻略：奇幻篇 (4712780666814)英文騎士團長戴逸群與英文小說中毒團隊一同打造英文小說的「閱讀素養課程」「解」開文本迷津、「讀」出深度思考力、「攻」克英文小說的完全攻「略」！★由小說延伸活動，從讀到寫逐步搭建鷹架，長篇閱讀SO EASY！★單字學習、閱讀理解、批判思考輕鬆GET！★整合資訊、獨立思考、解決問題，素養力UP！ 本書根據原文小說Harry P

Love, Simon解讀攻略(9789571468075) 英文騎士團長戴逸群與英文小說中毒團隊一同打造英文小說的「閱讀素養課程」「解」開文本迷津、「讀」出深度思考力、「攻」克英文小說的完全攻「略」！★由小說延伸活動，從讀到寫逐步搭建鷹架，長篇閱讀SO EASY！★單字學習、閱讀理解、批判思考輕鬆GET！★整合資訊、獨立思考、解決問題，素養力UP！ 本書根據原文小

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Bumble and Bee are ready to PLAY! Will Froggy join in on a day of fun?Pick a book. Grow a Reader!"This rollicking collection... will have children giggling and enjoying reading success. " -- Kirkus ReviewThis 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!Bumble and Bee have some hysterical ideas for an adventurous day on the pond -- such as going on a search for treasure and a wacky new version of hide-and-seek. Unfortunately, their best pal Froggy wants no part. Will Bumble and Bee's contagious energy be enough to tempt Froggy into joining them for a day of fun and games?

Bumble and Bee are ready to PLAY! Will Froggy join their fun and games?Pick a book. Grow a Reader!"This rollicking collection... will have children giggling and enjoying reading success. " -- Kirkus ReviewThis 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!Bumble and Bee have some hysterical ideas for an adventurous day on the pond -- such as going on a search for treasure and a wacky new version of hide-and-seek. Unfortunately, their best pal Froggy wants no part. Will Bumble and Bee's contagious energy be enough to tempt Froggy into joining them for a day of fun and games?

自從《Cornelia Funke》的奇幻旅程之後，墨水世界變得更加危險。火舞人達斯特指已死，邪惡的白衣人奪取了統治權，整個故事也走向黑暗與悲劇。被困書中世界的梅琪與莫，陷入無法改寫的命運中；而留在現實世界的艾莉諾，也以為摯愛的家人永遠迷失書中。隨著冬季降臨，僅存的希望寄託於一場與「死亡」達成的危險交易上。《墨水死亡》是Cornelia Funke奇幻三部曲的最終章，深刻探問文字與命運的交織，一場關於救贖、勇氣與想像力的最後試煉。The third book in Cornelia Funke's internationally celebrated trilogy – magical, thrilling and mesmerising. 'I don't think I've ever read anything that conveys so well the joys, terrors and pitfalls of reading' Diana Wynne Jones on Inkheart Life in the Inkworld has been far from easy since the extraordinary events of Inkspell, when the story of Inkheart magically drew Meggie, Mo and Dustfinger back into its pages. With Dustfinger dead, and the evil Adderhead now in control, the story in which they are all caught has taken an unhappy turn.Even Elinor, left alone in the real world, believes her family to be lost – lost between the covers of a book. But as winter comes on there is reason to hope – if only Meggie and Mo can rewrite the wrongs of the past and make a dangerous p

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以名著閱讀法，打造閱讀原文書的實力不用頻查字典就能品嚐最原味的感動本書是廣受讀者喜愛的《超級英語閱讀訓練》的續集，內容由兩大部分構成，第一部分為全英文的課文，第二部分為拆解英文語句的解析文，精心設計名著閱讀法，從15篇世界經典童話故事和短篇小說中，堅實打造直接閱讀原文小說的實力。學會如何閱讀，就能在閱讀中學習知識。本書由易至難共有六個學習階段（6 steps），依文章難易度分為兩冊：Book 1包

“Powerful storytelling and immersive art.” —Kirkus Reviews(starred review)“Vibrant writing and magical realism lift this story to one of triumph.” —Publishers Weekly“Nolen's lively prose style recalls the richness of the oral tradition in this tale of triumphant courage and abiding hope.” —The Horn Book“A moving choice for children’s collections.” —BooklistA Parents’ Choice Silver Award RecipientIn this inspiring story in the tradition of American black folktales, an enslaved brother and sister are inspired by a majestic and mysterious bird to escape to freedom in this dramatic and unforgettable picture book.There was nothing civil aboutthat war.They should have called it what it was: a big, bad war.Brother and sister Millicent and John are slaves on Simon Plenty’s plantation and have suffered one hurt and heartbreak after another. Their parents had told them old tales of how their ancestors had flown away to freedom just as free and easy as a bird. Millicent and John hold these storie

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Bumble and Bee love to have FUN. But their best friend Froggy just wants some peace and quiet!"Buzz-worthy." --Kirkus ReviewsPick 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!Bumble and Bee love to buzz around the pond and make mischief. Their cranky best friend Froggy prefers the peace and quiet of sitting on a lily pad. They may be an unlikely trio, but no matter what these friends dream up -- from picture day problem-solving to a comical cure for the hiccups -- you can count on hilarious, unexpected FUN!

Bumble and Bee love to have FUN. But their best friend Froggy just wants some peace and quiet!"Buzz-worthy." --Kirkus ReviewsPick 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!Bumble and Bee love to buzz around the pond and make mischief. Their cranky best friend Froggy prefers the peace and quiet of sitting on a lily pad. They may be an unlikely trio, but no matter what these friends dream up -- from picture day problem-solving to a comical cure for the hiccups -- you can count on hilarious, unexpected FUN!

Eva and her friends are going camping, in this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series just-right for emerging readers!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Eva can't wait to go camping with her classmates! They pitch tents, eat yummy campfire treats, and build useful inventions. Best of all, they go on a treasure hunt through the forest. Join Eva and her friends as they work together to find the treasure!Continue this book series with “Eva the Owlet,” an Apple TV+ original series!

Alex Honnold is one of the world''s best ‘free solo’ climbers. He scales impossible rock faces without ropes, pitons or any support of any kind. In Alone on the Wall, he takes you with him.‘Riveting’ - Jon Krakauer, bestselling author of Into the WildThis edition includes the account of Alex''s El Capitan climb, subject of the Oscar and BAFTA-winning documentary, Free Solo.Exhilarating, brilliant and dangerous, there is a purity to Alex''s climbs that is easy to comprehend, but also impossible to fathom. In the last forty years, only a handful of climbers have pushed themselves as far, ‘free soloing’ to the absolute limit of human capabilities.Half of them are dead.From Yosemite''s famous Half Dome to the terrifying heights of El Sendero Luminoso in Mexico, Alone on the Wall explores Alex''s seven most extraordinary climbing achievements so far. These are tales to make your palms sweat and your feet curl with vertigo. Together, they get to the heart of how – and why – Alex does what he

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It's bedtime for this cranky crab!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!It's bedtime for Plankton and Crabby! Crabby just wants to go to sleep, but Plankton has other ideas. Plankton wants Crabby to take a bath. Plankton wants Crabby to tell a bedtime story. Will Crabby ever get to go to sleep? With comic speech bubbles and full-color artwork throughout, Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske's early reader series is sure to be a hit with new readers!

Flubby, the lovably lazy feline, embarks on another non-adventure!When Kami brings home a bag full of toys for Flubby, the uninterested cat isn't enthusiastic about the choices. A wind-up mouse? No thanks. A fish hanging from a stick? Yawn. But after Flubby rejects each offering, one unexpected option may be the best fit for Flubby after all.The charming illustrations, simple text, and comic-like panels by J. E. Morris, author-illustrator of the Maud the Koala books, make this a unique format with a narrative style perfect for storytime and progressing readers. Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent.

New readers will adore these funny, character-driven storybooks! A parent guide, activity book, and motivating stickers are also included.Young learners will love these funny, character-driven, easy-to-read storybooks correlated with guided reading level A! This unique set includes 5 Patty Pig stories, 5 Super Chick stories, 5 Jen Pen stories, and 5 Bear Cubs stories—for a total of 20 tales. As children read, they’ll grow attached to these irresistible characters AND build essential early reading skills. Each story features patterned text and strong picture cues to ensure literacy success. A parent guide, activity book, and motivating stickers are also included.

Harry is going to his first sleepover!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!Hedgehog is having a sleepover! His best friend Harry is excited. But when Harry arrives, he finds out that they will be sleeping outside. Suddenly, Harry doesn't feel very well. Does Harry not want to sleep over? Or does this all have something to do with first-sleepover jitters? These reassuring, laugh-out-loud stories with full-color artwork and easy-to-read text throughout are perfect for new readers!

Autumn's favorite vegetable takes the spotlight in this bright board book!Bright orange pumpkins, glowing as jack-o-lanterns or baked into pies, are a favorite part of the autumn season-- and in this simple board book, celebrated nonfiction author Gail Gibbons turns her skills to introducing them to a young audience.Bright, detailed illustrations and easy, kid-friendly text will teach kids all about pumpkins: different kinds, how they grow, and how people use and enjoy them--especially at Thanksgiving and Halloween. Seeds turn into vines and flowers-- and soon into round pumpkins, small and large, for people to sell, decorate, and cook!A great gift for curious toddlers or an ideal Halloween party favor,Pumpkinsis perfect for very young readers, full of information and a huge helping of fun.Don't miss Gail Gibbons' other board book titles, includingTrucks, Planes,andBoat Book!Older readers ready to dive into more details can explore the world with Gail's extensive line of nonfiction, fr

Drake travels to a secret fairy world to save the Kingdom of Bracken!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Drake's kingdom is in trouble -- a terrible earthquake has destroyed Bracken's crops! A magical Spring Dragon has the power to save the kingdom and regrow the crops, but he lives deep inside a secret fairy world. To find the Spring Dragon, Drake must pass a series of tests given by a Dragon Master named Breen. But the fairy world is full of confusing tricks and mysterious riddles! Can Drake save his kingdom?

Harry is going to his first sleepover!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!Hedgehog is having a sleepover! His best friend Harry is excited. But when Harry arrives, he finds out that they will be sleeping outside. Suddenly, Harry doesn't feel very well. Does Harry not want to sleep over? Or does this all have something to do with first-sleepover jitters? These reassuring, laugh-out-loud stories with full-color artwork and easy-to-read text throughout are perfect for new readers!

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Jack Sullivan 與好友 June、Quint、Dirk 以為自己是世界上僅存的孩子，卻意外發現或許還有其他倖存者。這個消息令大家振奮，但 Jack 卻不安——他其實很享受與朋友們住在樹屋、對抗怪物的生活，不希望改變現狀。就在此時，一個比以往更強大的怪物「Nightmare King」出現，甚至能入侵 Jack 的思緒，使他陷入矛盾與恐懼。故事延續了快節奏與幽默風格，同時加入心理層面的描寫，讓角色更立體。Soon to be a major NETFLIX series!‘Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier’s The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.’ Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy KidWimpy Kid meets The Walking Dead in this hilarious series packed with monsters and zombies.In their third zombie-tastic adventure, Jack Sullivan and his friends June, Quint and Dirk discover that they might not be the last kids on Earth after all . . . And everyone is thrilled – except Jack. Living in a tree house with his best friends, battling monsters and escaping certain death – he's been having the most awesome time of his life. Somehow he's got to persuade his friends that life is perfect just the way it is . . . then they won't leave him.But that's not so easy when there's a new monster hunting th

室外爆熱、進屋冷氣寒颼颼……小心「夏天虛寒」！隨手一支寶特瓶，依體質溫灸穴位一分鐘減緩不適，調整體質超easy何謂「夏天虛寒」？現代人夏天常暴露於室外的酷暑，與室內的超強冷氣中，反復處於極端冷熱的環境，使得身體調節機能失靈，因此即使是溫暖的季節，也出現身體寒涼的「虛寒」症狀。但是夏天好熱，很難保暖身體……要消除身體的虛寒，就要活絡氣血、溫暖身體，然而針灸、艾灸一般人不容易施用，最簡單的熱水澡在夏天

The second book in Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske's hilarious underwater early reader series!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! Plankton wants Crabby to play a game. Plankton tries to get Crabby to play Simon Says, Tag, and Hide-and-Seek. But Crabby does NOT want to play with Plankton. Will Plankton give up? Or will Crabby finally play along? With comic speech bubbles and full-color artwork throughout, Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske's early reader series is sure to be a hit with new readers!

An illustrated adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's classic Sherlock Holmes mystery – at an easy-to-read level for readers of all ages! Also includes a QR code for the free audiobook!Watson, do you think you could bring your friend, Mr Sherlock Holmes, down to see me? My position at the Foreign Office seemed safe until this horrible disaster. I fear my career is ruined!War becomes a real threat after a top-secret document is stolen from the Foreign Office. But why has the thief waited ten weeks to sell the treaty? Holmes and Watson are plunged into a world of international diplomacy only to find that danger can come from unexpected quarters.

The beloved Newbery Honor book by the author of The Fourteenth Goldfish, about a spirited heroine growing up with trying circumstances, a sense of adventure, and tremendous heart. It isn′t easy being a pioneer in the state of Washington in 1899. It′s particularly hard when you are the only girl ever born in the new settlement. With seven older brothers and a love of adventure, May Amelia Jackson just can′t seem to abide her family′s insistence that she behave like a Proper Young Lady. She′s sure she could do better if only there were at least one other girl living along the banks of the Nasel River. And now that Mama′s going to have a baby, maybe there′s hope.Inspired by the diaries of her great-aunt, the real May Amelia, three-time Newbery Honor-winning author Jennifer Holm gives a beautifully crafted tale of one young girl whose unique spirit captures the courage, humour, passion and depth of the American pioneer experience.

夏日炎炎，火Hotel Flamingo迎來企鵝國王一家投宿皇家套房。女孩安娜和動物夥伴們齊心協力，卻面臨冰塊短缺的危機。她能否讓賓客滿意、飯店重拾光彩？'A total joy' PIERS TORDAY'Truly heartwarming and uplifting' PHILIP ARDAGH'Bursting with charm, friendship and fabulous characters!' LAURA ELLEN ANDERSONAn enchanting four-book series featuring the adventures of Anna and her array of animal friendsThe temperature is rising, which can only mean one thing: it's summer! Bookings are up at Hotel Flamingo and the hotel is getting busy. Anna is excited to receive word from King Penguin royalty asking to holiday in their Royal Suite. But there's a lot to get done, and it's not easy to manage the needs of the penguins when there's a heatwave on and a huge ice shortage. Help! Can Anna get Hotel Flamingo back to its usual shining self and have happy guests all round?

Check out this hilarious early reader series from Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske!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! Crabby is NOT happy. Sun is in Crabby's eyes. Salt is in Crabby's teeth. Sand is in Crabby's shell. Plankton tries again and again to cheer Crabby up -- with laugh-out-loud results! Will Crabby ever crack a smile? Or will Crabby always be crabby? With comic speech bubbles and full-color artwork throughout, Geisel Award Honoree Jonathan Fenske's early reader series is sure to be a hit with new readers!

Time is running out for the Dragon Masters to stop the dark wizard Maldred!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Dark wizard Maldred has stolen the Gold and Silver Keys! With these keys, he can now control the Naga: a powerful dragon who can cause terrible earthquakes. The Naga lives in a secret temple in the center of the earth... and Maldred is on his way there! Drake and his friends Jean and Darma travel to the temple to try to stop him. What will they find there? Will the Dragon Masters defeat Maldred once and for all?