Large-Scale Dynamic Systems

The Rapid Evaluation of Potential Fields in Particle Systems presents a group of algorithms for the computation of the potential and force fields in large-scale systems of particles that are likely to

In 1992 we initiated a research project on large scale distributed computing systems (LSDCS). It was a collaborative project involving research institutes and universities in Bologna, Grenoble, Lausan

"The Rapid Evaluation of Potential Fields in Particle Systems" presents a group of algorithms for the computation of the potential and force fields in large-scale systems of particles that are likely

※請確定您所選購之期刊正確無誤，本期為2026年5月號※※因雜誌到貨日期不一，請於下單時在備註欄填上您欲購買之期號(過期雜誌恕不接受訂購)※※本期號上架時間至2026/05/15※ 適用全民英檢中級/中高級(附練習題)5月號精選主題1、It’s a Colorful World 繽紛的世界2、Star Wars Day 星際大戰日3、Tuesdays with Morrie 最後14堂星期二的課4、Mysterious Glowing Waters 神祕發光水域5、The Next Pitch: How Robots Will Change Baseball 機器人將如何改變棒球6、Jane Goodall: Voice of the Wild 荒野之聲--珍‧古德7、Dynamic Pricing 動態定價8、Are Video Games Good for Mental Health? 電玩對心理健康有益處嗎？9、Greek Yogurt 希臘優格10、Blood Diamonds 血鑽石11、The Appeal of Bullet Journals 子彈筆記的魅力12、Paradise in the Indian Ocean 印度洋上的天堂13、The Phony Fire Alarm 假火警事件

※請確定您所選購之期刊正確無誤，本期為2026年5月號※※因雜誌到貨日期不一，請於下單時在備註欄填上您欲購買之期號(過期雜誌恕不接受訂購)※※本期號上架時間至2026/05/15※適用全民英檢中級/中高級(附練習題)5月號精選主題1、It’s a Colorful World 繽紛的世界2、Star Wars Day 星際大戰日3、Tuesdays with Morrie 最後14堂星期二的課4、Mysterious Glowing Waters 神祕發光水域5、The Next Pitch: How Robots Will Change Baseball 機器人將如何改變棒球6、Jane Goodall: Voice of the Wild 荒野之聲--珍‧古德7、Dynamic Pricing 動態定價8、Are Video Games Good for Mental Health? 電玩對心理健康有益處嗎？9、Greek Yogurt 希臘優格10、Blood Diamonds 血鑽石11、The Appeal of Bullet Journals 子彈筆記的魅力12、Paradise in the Indian Ocean 印度洋上的天堂13、The Phony Fire Alarm 假火警事件

Find your baby's face in this delightfully festive new title, the latest book in a lift-the-flap book series with a mirror on every page!One thing is for certain - babies love mirrors! This series of board books aims to enhance early mirror play as very young children will enjoy finding their own face in the five mirrors found inside. Each of the mirrors is hidden behind a large card flap, which is easy for even the littlest hands to grab and lift up. Will baby be behind little snowman, little elf, little Santa, little reindeer? Lift the flap to find out! Scan the QR code on the back cover to join in with the playful rhyming song based on the classic 'Finger Family' rhyme! Other books in the series include: Little Bear, Little Dog, Little Owl, Little Tiger, Little Lamb, Little Lion and Little Penguin.

The shadow of Darth Vader looms large over the Star Wars galaxy, and nowhere does it reach deeper than in the mind of young Kylo Ren and the rise of the First Order!As Marvel enters a new era of STAR WARS storytelling, the dark obsession of young Kylo Ren leads him to Mustafar! But what secrets does Fortress Vader hold for the young tyrant? And what face from the past will guide him on his quest? Next, Ren’s formative journey takes him to the home planet of his grandfather, Anakin Skywalker — where he must face Gardulla the Hutt and her guards — plus a rancor! Secrets of the past will be unearthed in the harsh sands of Mos Espa!COLLECTING: Star Wars: The Legacy of Vader (2025) 1-6

A unique and richly illustrated gift book featuring four classic stories from the ballet.Step into the magical world of the ballet with this timeless collection of four stories, each one based on a beloved classical ballet. Now beautifully reimagined by the award-winning Caryl Hart, with luminous illustrations throughout from Briony May Smith.Delight in dancing swans, fantastical firebirds, sleeping princesses and sugar plum fairies in this fresh, dynamic and magical collection that will delight all ages from 5 and up.With its gold foil cover, jewellike colours and striking design, this is the ultimate gift for all fans of ballet and fairy tale and a glorious celebration of story, dance and theatre. A book to treasure and share.Featuring Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, The Firebird and The Nutcracker.

Thomas is Teresa’s little brother. Like any younger sibling, he loves to get in the way and annoy his big sister. But one day Teresa hears a “ROAAAAR!” upstairs and everything changes. Could Thomas really have turned into a . . . TIGER?! ?Explore the ups and downs of sibling relationships in this hilarious story about the power of imagination and the unique sibling bond., and follow along as Tiger Thomas navigates a wacky world of science, football and school dinners. With quirky, dynamic illustrations and humorous text by Joaquín Camp, this book will have young readers and parents alike gripped, giggling, and maybe even roaring!Fans of Hank Goes Honk by Maudie Powell-Truck, I Am Bat by Morag Hood and I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen will love My Brother is a Tiger.

Learning how to read should be a walk in the dog park! Follow four curious canines on letter-replacement adventures in this phonics-based early reader series starter from Theodor Seuss Geisel Medalist Ethan Long.Meet the Letter Setters! When their BONE is GONE, these dynamic dogs—Patrick (an Irish Setter), R.W. (a Red and White Setter), Victoria (an English Setter), and Gordy (a Gordon Setter)—sound the GONG and spring into action to retrieve their tasty treat.In this engaging new early reader series from acclaimed author-illustrator Ethan Long, each story starts out with a four letter word. On the next page, one swapped letter makes a new word—and a new canine caper for little ones learning how to read! As this fresh and fun device propels the pups into silly, slapstick sequences, phonics help readers to discover new words, study how words relate to each other, and observe how text and pictures support one another.Geisel Medalist Ethan Long’s expressive artwork shines in these energet

A super new illustrated book of stories for kids, the latest from the bestselling author of Super SleuthGET READY FOR SOME SUPERSIZED FUN!When is the queen not just the queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN!KAPOW!Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it’s THUNDERHOUND!BLAM!When her schoolteachers turn into deadly dinosaurs, who can possibly stop them? Why, DINO-KID, of course!ROAR!Be amazed by these ten thrilling adventures, featuring the bravest, strongest and silliest superheroes the world has ever seen, alongside more secret lairs, disguises and surprises than you will believe possible!Illustrated in marvellous colour, this collection is super, it’s duper and most importantly – it’s wuper.

準備好迎接超級無敵歡樂時光吧！她是女王？不，她是──神奇女王！天上飛來的是鳥？飛機？不，是──雷霆犬！當老師變成恐龍，只有恐龍小子能拯救世界！集結十個又瘋又酷的英雄冒險，藏身處、假面、驚喜包不完，笑聲保證大爆炸！A super new illustrated book of stories for kids, the latest from the bestselling author of Super SleuthGET READY FOR SOME SUPERSIZED FUN!When is the queen not just the queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN!KAPOW!Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it’s THUNDERHOUND!BLAM!When her schoolteachers turn into deadly dinosaurs, who can possibly stop them? Why, DINO-KID, of course!ROAR!Be amazed by these ten thrilling adventures, featuring the bravest, strongest and silliest superheroes the world has ever seen, alongside more secret lairs, disguises and surprises than you will believe possible!Illustrated in marvellous colour, this collection is super, it’s duper and most importantly – it’s wuper.

THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'As a comedian, Bob Mortimer spins a shaggy-dog story like nobody else, and this is a rollicking old-school yarn'The Guardian‘Mortimer’s verbal specificity and off-kilter humour will keep his fans chuckling’The TimesWARNING -this book includes: heavy crimes, car journeys, dreadfulness, large fruits, romance, planning applications, and a lot of pie.Gary Thorn is struggling with a big decision. Should he stay in London, wallowing in the safety of his legal job in Peckham and eating pies with his next door neighbour, Grace and her dog Lassoo, or should he move to Brighton, where his girlfriend Emily is about to open The Hotel Avocado? Either way, he’d be letting someone down.But sinister forces are gathering in a cloud of launderette scented-vape smoke, and the arrival of the mysterious Mr Sequence puts Gary in an even worse predicament: soon he might be dead.All Gary wants is a happy life. But he also wants to be alive to enjoy it…THE HILARIOUS AND G

Written in Stone by Polo Bourieau is an extraordinary exploration of how monumental sculpture transforms urban spaces into places of meaning and connection. From the ancient marble quarries of Carrara to the skyscrapers of Hong Kong or the bustling lanes of Chengdu, this richly illustrated book charts Polo’s creative journey, offering profound insights into the dialogue between sculpture, architecture, and community.Structured as an epic narrative inspired by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth theory, Polo’s sculptures become the protagonists of our common narrative of adventure, transformation, and identity. With reflections on the creative process and a conversation with urban planner and design writer Catherine Shaw, the book delves into the challenges and realities of creating public art in the dynamic landscapes of 21st-century China.Written in Stone offers a philosophical meditation on the power of art to shape our cities and ourselves. It invites readers—whether city planners,

A BIG book for sharing with a little person, introducing things that go, first words, colours, numbers and more – with felt flaps and a mirror!With bright, stylish artwork from Ingela P Arrhenius, illustrator of the internationally bestselling Felt Flaps and Peekaboo series, this BIG vehicle-themed playbook is perfect for sharing with older babies and toddlers. How many cars can you count? What colour is the fire engine? What noise does the train make? And finally, where are you?A brilliant large-format board book introducing early-learning first concepts and encouraging interactive play, with 10 soft felt flaps, tactile die-cuts on every page and a surprise mirror ending.Other titles available in the series:My BIG PlaybookMy BIG Playbook: FarmMy BIG Playbook: Nature

Discover the wonderful world of insects in this beautiful 3D search-and find book. Join Little Ladybird and friends as they head off on a journey through an exciting world populated by beetles, spiders, butterflies and many more colourful little creatures. Clever 3D glasses will offer young readers a joyful and dynamic hunt among the jungle and its inhabitants! Little Ladybird is bored, so she decides to go and see the world and make new friends.She meets some colourful beetles along the way and is rescued from a big bird by some mantises in a tropical forest. There’s no stopping Little Ladybird and her new friends as they meet spiders, butterflies, frogs and other little creatures, each more beautiful and fascinating than the last. Little Ladybird soon realises that the world is full of wonders: ‘Nature really is an artist!’

Relax and unwind with this adorable colouring book – it’s time to get cozy!Step into a world of calm and comfort with Cozy Corner, with 45 beautiful hand-drawn pages ready for you to colour in. Settle in to your very own cozy corner with these brand new colouring pages! This follow-up to Coco Wyo's beloved Little Corner promises a new colourful delight at every turn!A delightful reading alcove, a heartwarming bakery, a cosy kitchen, and more awaits you within these cute and simple pages!Cozy Corner has sweet and irresistible images for colouring fans of all ages, and also includes:• 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity• Large, bold designs that are easy to colour• Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere• Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life

Discover the stunning new picture book by presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator Christian Robinson. You're told thatThis won't work,But how will you knowIf you never try?We can ALL make a difference. Join Amanda Gorman and Christian Robinson in this beautifully illustrated tale of change, perfect for fans of Little Leaders and Goodnight Stories For Rebel Girls.Empowering the next generation of writers, Something, Someday reveals how even the smallest gesture can have a lasting impact. “An engaging offering whose hopeful message will resonate with readers of all ages.” - Kirkus Reviews“In a world where the problems around us can feel too big to fix or too painful to face, this book reminds us that small actions can create large impacts.” - Common Sense Media

Fire up the turbo pumps! Best friends Astrid and Stella are off on another high-flying adventure inComet Together!, fourth in the graphic novel series from bestselling creators Hello!LuckyAstrid and Stella love reading comet books and are on a mission to make one of their own. But when they run into creative differences, the dynamic duo must figure out if they can work together to take their creation to the next level.Next, Stella is on a quest to discover if robots are helpful friends or evil machines. Bobo takes the buddies planet hopping to see if robots deserve a one-star or a five-star review. Along the way, the Friend Ship crew will encounter a new friend―Time Travel Tiger―whose tools from the future (and the past!) help them complete their mission.With a focus on social-emotional learning and hilarious storytelling from the bestselling Hello!Lucky team, the fourth book in the Cosmic Adventures of Astrid & Stella series is perfect for emerging readers and graphic novel fans.

Dugong. Coffin Ray. Convict Blenny. Vampire Squid. Whale Shark.Do these animals sound dangerous or endangered to you? Because of their common names, bizarre looks or large body sizes, some creatures have a bad reputation and possibly instil fear.But are they really dangerous? Are they endangered, too?Come discover the fascinating facts and stories of 25 marine creatures living across the oceans' depths, from the shallow intertidal reefs to the deep abyssal trenches. Find out what makes them dangerous, endangered, or both!In This Book:Written and reviewed by marine biologists and reviewed by marine biologistsLife-like wildlife illustrations

They have nothing in common--so why does Ryan feel most like himself with Fabian? Opposites attract in this steamy Game Changers romance from USA TODAY bestselling author Rachel Reid.Pro hockey star Ryan Price may be an enforcer, but off the ice he struggles with anxiety. Recently traded to Toronto, he's determined to make a fresh start in the city's dynamic LGBTQ+ Village. The last thing he expects to find in his new neighborhood is a blast from his past in the fabulous form of Fabian Salah.Aspiring musician Fabian loathes hockey. But that doesn't stop him from being attracted to a certain burly ginger-bearded defenseman. He hasn't forgotten the kiss they almost shared back in high school, and the chemistry between them has only intensified.Fabian is more than happy to be Ryan's guide to the gay scene in Toronto. Between dance clubs and art exhibits--and the most amazing sex--Ryan's feeling something he hasn't experienced in a long time: joy. But playing the role of the heavy on the i

Wrap yourself in the magic of Christmas with your colouring pens and cosiest blanket, as you explore the brand-new Cozy Christmas Colouring Book, a special collaboration between Coco Wyo and Penguin Random House. It’s the perfect gift for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy a little holiday cheer. With simple, cute pages you can complete in one sitting, picture yourself snuggled up, colouring relaxing scenes of snow-covered rooftops, cosy fireplaces, and festive joy.A perfect Christmas gift, or a gift to yourself to help you relax and escape – this beautiful book will delight colouring book lovers of all ages!• 45 hand-drawn pages ready for your creativity• Thick, high-quality paper• Large, bold designs that are easy to colour• Convenient 8 x 8-inch size, perfect for relaxing anywhere• Crisp, high-resolution illustrations that bring each page to life

★ 日本前衛藝術巨擘Keiichi Tanaami首部英文回顧專書，萬眾矚目登場★ 迷幻×情色×漫畫風格，交織戰後記憶與流行文化的震撼視覺★ MoMA等世界級美術館典藏藝術家，一次完整認識其創作宇宙從戰後創傷出發，到全球藝術舞台的閃耀光芒——Keiichi Tanaami以狂放而細膩的視覺語言，打造出獨一無二的藝術世界。本書為其首部英文回顧專書，完整收錄自1960年代以來的重要創作，從紙上作品、雜誌封面到大型繪畫，帶領讀者走進他如萬花筒般變幻的藝術宇宙。作品融合情色、超現實、迷幻風格與美式漫畫元素，同時蘊含對政治、消費文化與戰後記憶的深刻反思。書中更依五大主題——Eros、Underground、Pop、Tradition與Landscape——重新梳理其創作脈絡，呈現出一種既狂野又和諧的視覺秩序。這不僅是一部藝術家的回顧，更是一場關於時代、記憶與想像力的強烈對話。The first comprehensive English-language monograph on Keiichi Tanaami’s kaleidoscopic oeuvre, which merges Japanese postwar culture and American-style comics with a genre-defining artistic output.Artist, illustrator, graphic designer, filmmaker, and art director, Keiichi Tanaami is best known for his psychedelic creations that reach to the farthest corners of the mind. Since the 1960s, he has been composing works on paper, magazine covers, and phantasmagoric large-scale paintings as a response to his traumatic experience of living through the United States’ atomic attack on Japan during World War II. He’s

Find your baby’s face in this delightful new lift-the-flap book with a mirror on every page!One thing is for sure – babies love mirrors! This series of board books aims to enhance early mirror play as very young children will enjoy finding their own face on every page. Featuring large card flaps with friendly animals which are easy for even the littlest hands to grab, babies will enjoy reaching for these books again and again.Scan the QR code on the back cover to join in with the playful rhyming song based on the classic ‘Finger Family’ rhyme!Other books in the series include: Little Bear, Little Dog, Little Owl, Little Tiger, Little Lamb, Little Lion and Little Mouse

Introduce little ones to the magic of fairy tales with this large-format board book with bright, beautiful artwork and easy-to-lift card flaps revealing a hidden surprise on every page!Featuring seven traditional stories to enjoy reading together – and a QR code to scan with stories to listen along to – this gorgeous gift book will be reached for time and time again, and treasured forever.Each classic story is brought to life with contemporary artwork from Ingela P Arrhenius, illustrator of the bestselling Felt Flaps and Peekaboo series.Including Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Cinderella, The Elves and the Shoemakers and The Three Little Pigs

隨著計算機技術在管理中的廣泛運用，傳統的管理、控制、檢查和審計技術都面臨著巨大的挑戰。在網絡經濟迅猛發展的今天，IT審計師已被公認為全世界範圍內非常搶手的高級人才。享譽全球的ISACA(國際信息系統審計協會)為全球專業人員提供知識、職業認證並打造社群網絡，其推出的CISA（注冊信息系統審計師，Certified Information Systems Auditor）認證在全球受到廣泛認可，並已進入中國。本書是ISACA官方出版的獲得CISA認證的指定教材。

From New York Times best-selling author Karina Yan Glaser comes one of Times' Notable Children's Books of 2017: “In this delightful and heartwarming throwback to the big-family novels of yesteryear, a large biracial family might lose their beloved brownstone home, but win it back with an all-out charm offensive.”#1: The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street (平裝本)#2: The Vanderbeekers and the Hidden Garden (平裝本)#3: The Vanderbeekers to the Rescue (平裝本)#4: The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found (平裝本)#5: The Vanderbeekers Make a Wish (平裝本)#6: The Vanderbeekers on the Road (平裝本)#7: The Vanderbeekers Ever After (平裝本)

A new holiday classic in the making with a message for all that highlights the spirit of gifts and giving One morning Little Hare wakes up to a thud on her roof. When she goes outside to investigate, she finds a gift-wrapped package has landed on her house. So starts a search to find the owner. She drags the package all over the forest on the back of her sled, but no-one knows whose it is, until she bumps into a large figure dressed in red and white with a long white beard and glasses. This charming story follows the unfolding adventure as Little Hare helps to avoid a disaster and save Christmas for all her forest friends. Little Hare is rewarded for her generosity and selflessness with her own special gift. With delightful pastel art, Shatokhin has penned a tale that wonderfully embodies the spirit of the gifting season.

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the author of Sapiens comes the groundbreaking story of how information networks have made, and unmade, our world.“Striking original . . . A historian whose arguments operate on the scale of millennia has managed to capture the zeitgeist perfectly.”—The Economist“This deeply important book comes at a critical time as we all think through the implications of AI and automated content production. . . . Masterful and provocative.”—Mustafa Suleyman, author of The Coming WaveFor the last 100,000 years, we Sapiens have accumulated enormous power. But despite all our discoveries, inventions, and conquests, we now find ourselves in an existential crisis. The world is on the verge of ecological collapse. Misinformation abounds. And we are rushing headlong into the age of AI—a new information network that threatens to annihilate us. For all that we have accomplished, why are we so self-destructive?Nexus looks through the long lens of human history to consider h

Unravel the mysteries of an extraordinary underwater world in this official Minecraft novel! When three kids discover a mystery in an abandoned Minecraft server, they must race against the clock to uncover its secrets. Jake Thomas is always the new kid. His family moves so much for his dad's work that it's easier to keep his head down and not get attached to anyone. He'll be gone in a few months anyway. But when they end up in Los Angeles, Dad promises this will be the last time they move. The Pacific Crest Apartments are home now . . . which means it's time for Jake to finally make friends. Jake isn't sure he should count the two kids he meets at the apartment's community center as friends, though. Tank Vuong is a large and intimidating boy who hangs with a tough crowd, and Emily Quesada is a fashionista who's quick with a sarcastic remark. But when he discovers an old computer lab in a forgotten corner of the community center, with a strange Minecraft server containing cryptic riddle

An updated edition of this essential practical handbook for all those involved in, or studying, the dynamic field of curating. From pitching your ideas and writing loan requests to working with artists, lenders and art handlers, to writing interpretation material, installing and promoting your exhibition; The Curator's Handbook is the most clear and complete guide yet to the art and practice of curating. An introduction maps the history of curating from its origins in the 17th century to the multifarious roles of the curator today: tastemaker, custodian, interpreter, educator, facilitator, organizer.Adrian George then guides the reader, across thirteen chapters, through the process of curating an exhibition. Each step is described in valuable detail and clear, informative language by this experienced curator, whose text pinpoints the keys to success (as well as which pitfalls to avoid). With advice and tips from a renowned cast of international museum directors and curators – including

With an increasing concern of personal data privacy in Hong Kong and around the world, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD), Hong Kong publishes this third edition of Personal Data (Privacy) Law in Hong Kong: A Practical Guide on Compliance to provide practical guidance on the law of privacy, and the ways to protect personal data in everyday life.This third edition will guide readers through the recent developments of personal data privacy in the local, regional and global contexts with updates on recent Administrative Appeals Board and Court decisions, and investigation reports and materials from the PCPD. In addition, some most-concerned issues are discussed, such as ethical development and use of AI, the collection and use of personal data by employers during COVID-19, data protection under work-from-home arrangements, data security measures for ICT systems, guidelines on doxxing offences and data breach handling. This book will certainly provide readers a

Find your baby's face in this delightful new lift-the-flap book with a mirror on every page! One thing is for sure - babies love mirrors! This series of board books aims to enhance early mirror play as very young children will enjoy finding their own face on every page. Featuring large card flaps with friendly animals which are easy for even the littlest hands to grab, babies will enjoy reaching for these books again and again. Scan the QR code on the back cover to join in with the playful rhyming song based on the classic 'Finger Family' rhyme! Other books in the series include: Little Bear, Little Dog, Little Owl, Little Tiger, Little Lamb and Little Lion

A BIG nature book for sharing with a little person, introducing first words, colours, numbers, shapes, opposites and more - with felt flaps and a mirror!With bright, stylish artwork from Ingela P Arrhenius, illustrator of the internationally bestselling Felt Flaps and Peekaboo series, this BIG nature-themed playbook is perfect for sharing with older babies and toddlers. How many acorns can you count? What colour is the ladybird? What noise do the birds make? And finally, where are you?A brilliant large-format board book introducing early-learning first concepts and encouraging interactive play, with 10 soft felt flaps, tactile die-cuts on every page and a surprise mirror ending. Other titles available in the series: My BIG Playbook, My BIG Playbook: Farm

This book illustrates and explains the key concepts of business data analytics from scratch, tackling the day-to-day challenges of a business data analyst. It provides you with all the professional tools you need to predict online shop sales, to conduct A/B tests on marketing campaigns, to generate automated reports with PowerPoint, to extract datasets from Wikipedia, and to create interactive analytics Web apps. Alongside these practical projects, this book provides hands-on coding exercises, case studies, the essential programming tools and the CRISP-DM framework which you'll need to kickstart your career in business data analytics.The different chapters prioritize practical understanding over mathematical theory, using realistic business data and challenges of the Junglivet Whisky Company to intuitively grasp key concepts and ideas. Designed for beginners and intermediates, this book guides you from business data analytics fundamentals to advanced techniques, covering a large number

Jim Panzee, star of the #1 New York Times bestselling Grumpy Monkey series is very grumpy when his best friend Norman is too busy with his ever-expanding bug collection to play.When Norman shows Jim his pet butterfly, Butterfly-Butterfly, Jim is suitably impressed, especially when Norman spouts butterfly facts. Then Norman adds Beetle-Beetle 1 and Beetle-Beetle 2 and so many more to his menagerie. Now Norman spends all his time feeding and caring for his pets and doesn’t have time to play. Grumpy Monkey Jim feels left out. And when all the bugs have babies, Jim declares that Norman has too many and persuades his friend to set them free. But then Norman sees a ladybug…Simple bug facts, easy-to-read words, and dynamic and humor-filled illustrations will lead young readers to a lifelong love of books.Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell engaging stories. They are perfect for children 4-6 who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words

BEST OF THE YEARSchool Library Journal • Publishers Weekly • The Horn Book • Boston Globe • New York Public Library • Chicago Public Library • Kirkus • Cooperative Children's Book Council Dynamic Duo Lesléa Newman and Susan Gal invite readers on a neighborhood stroll and everyone is invited - including YOU! Especially YOU!From the beloved pathbreaking author of Heather Has Two Mommies, comes a vibrant ode to family and communityWhat a happy day!Zachary’s baby sister will have her naming ceremony. In the temple! With his moms, the congregation, and all their friends!He’s so excited he can barely contain it. On the walk from their home, they meet neighbor after neighbor who want to know the baby’s name.But — not yet! — his mothers tell him. The tradition is to have a great reveal at the ceremony. So they invite each neighbor to come along. A colorful, diverse parade blooms along the route, until… At last it’s time, and Zachary gets to reveal his sister’s name…What is it?A truly JOYFUL mo

The stakes have never been higher in Neill Cameron's epic comic book saga - the Mega Robo Bros go head-to-head!The REVOLUTION malware is causing robots across London to attack humans, and Alex and Freddy are caught between their human friends and family, and the desire to help robots like themselves! But who could be behind this nefarious scheme? Before they know what's happening - everything changes.An old enemy, long-since believed dead, suddenly reappears, and uses his evil powers to take over Freddy's robotic systems - and sends him to destroy London! Can Alex stop his brother - and save him from the corrupting evil power of the villainous Robot 23?

The 2024 New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's BooksA thoughtful book that will resonate with travelers, homebodies, and anyone who's ever longed for an old friend or a new journey. Dan is the owner of a caf? living in a small town on the coast. Aki is a sailor on the sea, traveling from place to place. Dan loves his familiar views and enjoys welcoming visitors from far away. Aki loves the wonders he sees abroad and enjoys meeting new people in distant lands. Though Dan likes his life, and Aki likes his life, they each feel so alone sometimes. But every once in a while, separate lives can collide and make the world feel large and small all at once. Following the parallel stories of Dan and Aki, Here and There introduces readers to two contrasting yet connected characters. Thea Lu's evocative text and art will spark lasting conversations about home, travel, and the similarities between very different people.