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Meet the princess who loves breaking the rules and her Royal Unicorn, who happens to be a pig!A madcap and much-loved adventure series for 6-8 year olds, perfectly bridging the gap from picture books to chapter books, from award-winning author-illustrator Hannah Shaw, filled with pictures in all the colours of the rainbow and interactive extra material. Princess Pea and Unipiggle are very excited to be attending ROYAL CAMP for the first time. They are looking forward to meeting other Princes, Princesses and Royal Companions, and staying in a tent.But someone is out to RUIN Royal Camp. Things are going missing, and the activities are all spoiled... Even worse, it looks like Princess Pea and Unipiggle have done it.Can Unipiggle and Princess Pea find the real culprit and stop the CAMPING CHAOS?

Get ready for bed with Bluey, Bingo and Bandit!While Mum's away at a baby shower, Dad pulls out all the stops to keep Bluey and Bingo entertained before bed. But will the daddy putdown go to plan?This playful picture book is the perfect bedtime read for your little ones and would make a fantastic Father's Day present for all the Bandit's out there!Want more Bluey? AlsoGoodnight Fruit BatMum SchoolThe BeachGoodnight Fruit BatLittle Library

跟著本書的太空人主角，度過她首次太空漫步的一天，並迎接新成員加入國際太空站。從嚴格的訓練過程，到零重力下的生活日常——如何進食、喝水、使用太空廁所，以及穿上太空衣進行艱鉅的任務——讀者將全面了解太空生活的真實面貌。本書以生動的漫畫分鏡結合專業顧問 Libby Jackson 的科學知識，既具娛樂性又富教育價值，非常適合校園專題與對太空探索感興趣的讀者。The Week Junior Book Awards 2023Join an astronaut for a day as she goes on her first ever spacewalk, and new crew members arrive.Find out how she trained for her mission and what it's like living and working in space. How do you eat and drink at zero gravity? How do space toilets work? What are space suits designed for?- Told in lively comic book style- Written with expert consultation from Libby Jackson, Human Spaceflight and Microgravity Programme Manager for the UK Space Agency- Perfect for school projects- Discover more books in the 24 hours in... seriesChapters in this book include:- A new day- Getting used to Zero-G- Meet the crew...- ...and Mission Control- Space food- How do astronauts reach the ISS?- New crew members arrive- A tour of the space station- Astronaut training diary- Using the toilet in spac

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

Inspired by Disney and Pixar's film Lightyear!This hardcover jacketed picture book captures the humor and antics of Buzz and his new friend in this story inspired by the film.Featuring beautiful artwork and packed with heart and humor, this book is perfect for fans of Buzz Lightyear.Check out these other best-selling fan favorites:Lightyear Middle Grade NovelLuca: Silenzio, Bruno!: When in Doubt, Shout It Out!Toy Story 4: Forky in Craft Buddy DayCoco: Miguel and the Grand HarmonyFinding Dory: Three Little Words

從建構交易策略到使用Python的機器人投資顧問 機器學習和資料科學將在未來幾年顯著改變金融業。透過本實用指南，避險基金、投資和零售銀行以及金融科技公司的專業人士將學到如何建構對該行業極為關重要的ML演算法。您將研究ML概念和20多個案例研究，包括了監督式、非監督式和強化學習，以及自然語言處理(natural language processing, NLP)。 分析師、交易員、研究人員和開發人員還將深入研究投資組合管理、演算法交易、衍生性商品定價、詐欺偵測、資產價格預測、情緒分析和聊天機器人開發。您將探索現實生活中的問題，並學習以程式碼和範例作為後盾的科學上合理的解決方案。 本書包括： ‧基於迴歸的監督式學習交易策略和衍生性商品定價模型 ‧基於分類的監督式學習信用違約風險預測與詐欺偵測模型 ‧投資組合管理與收益率曲線建構中的降維技術及實例研究 ‧利用演算法和分群技術尋找交易策略和投資組合管理中相似物件的案例研究 ‧建立交易策略的強化學習模型和技巧，衍生性商品避險和投資組合管理 ‧使用Python函式庫(例如NLTK和Scikit-learn)的NLP技術

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.

Everyone needs things to look forward to: big things and small things, on good days and on bad days, whether we actively create delight for ourselves or simply allow it to enter our lives.In these pages, beloved author and illustrator Sophie Blackall has gathered a collection of joys for all of us―reminders that every day the sun comes up and new babies are born. She includes suggestions that you bake muffins for a friend, or draw a face on an egg and put it in the fridge where it will smile at you each time you open the door. With wisdom, whimsy, and compassion, the 52 illustrated ideas in this book offer moments of uplift and serendipity for yourself and your loved ones.A message of hope and solace in hard times and of joyful anticipation at times of new beginnings―whether you're grieving a loss or starting a new chapter―and for all the days in between―Things to Look Forward to is full of gentle reminders of the objects, occasions, gestures, and ideas that warm our hearts. There is a

''Whenever I want to read a book I know will be good, I go to Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Her genres are ever changing, her ability to take on a wild story each time is incredible'' TAYLOR JENKINS-REID, author of Daisy Jones and the SixThe Grand Season has just begun and already Nina''s debut among Loisail''s most notable socialites has gone disastrously awry.Nina has always struggled to control her gift of telekinesis, which has earnt her the nickname the Witch of Oldhouse. When Hector Auvray, the renowned entertainer, arrives in town, Nina is dazzled. He too has a telekinetic talent and sees her not as a witch, but ripe with magical potential.Under his tutelage, Nina''s talent blossoms, as does her love for him. But great romances are for fairy-tales, and Hector is hiding a secret bitter truth from Nina - and himself - that threatens their courtship.The Beautiful Ones is a sweeping tale of love and betrayal and the struggle between conformity and passion.Discover why readers love The Beaut

* Instant New York Times and USA Today bestseller *What happens when America's First Son falls in love with the Prince of Wales?Alex Claremont-Diaz is handsome, charismatic, a genius – pure millennial-marketing gold for the White House ever since his mother first became President of the United States. There’s only one problem. When the tabloids get hold of a photo involving an altercation between Alex and Prince Henry, U.S./British relations take a turn for the worse.Heads of family and state devise a plan for damage control: stage a truce. But what begins as a fake, Instagrammable friendship grows deeper, and more dangerous, than either Alex or Henry could have imagined. Soon they are hurtling into a secret romance that could derail the presidential campaign and upend two nations.'Red, White & Royal Blue is outrageously fun. It is romantic, sexy, witty, and thrilling. I loved every second.' - Taylor Jenkins Reid, New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six

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!

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!

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

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.

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?

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.

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.

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!

The Fountains of Silence meets Spinning Silver in this rollicking tale set amid the 1956 Hungarian revolution in post-WWII Communist Budapest from Sydney Taylor Honor winner Katherine Locke.In the middle of Budapest, there is a river. Csilla knows the river is magic. During WWII, the river kept her family safe when they needed it most--safe from the Holocaust. But that was before the Communists seized power. Before her parents were murdered by the Soviet police. Before Csilla knew things about her father's legacy that she wishes she could forget. Now Csilla keeps her head down, planning her escape from this country that has never loved her the way she loves it. But her carefully laid plans fall to pieces when her parents are unexpectedly, publicly exonerated. As the protests in other countries spur talk of a larger revolution in Hungary, Csilla must decide if she believes in the promise and magic of her deeply flawed country enough to risk her life to help save it, or if she should let

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

Arlo & Pips #1: King of the BirdsArlo & Pips #2: Join the Crow Crowd!Arlo & Pips #3: New Kids in the FlockIn the grand finale of Elise Gravel's graphic chapter book series that Kirkus called a charming treasure, Arlo the crow is going to be a dad! The third book in this quirky series from acclaimed author Elise Gravel is perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly and Castronauts.Parenting is tough--even for a genius like Arlo--but luckily he isn't alone: his partner Marla and Uncle Pips are there to help! From building a new nest and taking care of Marla while she incubates the eggs to teaching the chicks everything they need to know, Arlo has his wings full. Join Arlo, Pips, Marla, and the new chicks as they explore this next big chapter in their lives.Snappy dialogue paired with a limited color scheme that's perfect for newly independent readers, this final story has tons of amazing kid-pleasing bird facts.More praise for Arlo & Pips #1: King of the Crows: A New York Publi

It's been nearly 25 years since Robert Kiyosaki's Rich Dad Poor Dad first made waves in the Personal Finance arena.It has since become the #1 Personal Finance book of all time... translated into dozens of languages and sold around the world. Rich Dad Poor Dad is Robert's story of growing up with two dads -- his real father and the father of his best friend, his rich dad -- and the ways in which both men shaped his thoughts about money and investing. The book explodes the myth that you need to earn a high income to be rich and explains the difference between working for money and having your money work for you. 20 Years... 20/20 Hindsight In the 20th Anniversary Edition of this classic, Robert offers an update on what we've seen over the past 20 years related to money, investing, and the global economy. Sidebars throughout the book will take readers "fast forward" -- from 1997 to today -- as Robert assesses how the principles taught by his rich dad have stood the test of time. In many w

A timely story of two teenagers who discover the power of friendship, feminism, and standing up for what you believe in, no matter where you come from. A collaboration between two gifted authors writing from alternating perspectives, this compelling novel shines with authenticity, courage, and humor.Malena Rosario is starting to believe that catastrophes come in threes: First, Hurricane María destroyed her home, taking her unbreakable spirit with it. Second, she and her mother are now stuck in Florida, which is nothing like her beloved Puerto Rico. And, third, when she goes to school bra-less after a bad sunburn, and is humiliated by the school administration into covering up, she feels like she has no choice but to comply. Ruby McAllister has a reputation as her school's outspoken feminist rebel. But back in Seattle, she lived under her sister’s shadow. Now her sister is teaching in underprivileged communities, and she’s in a Florida high school, unsure of what to do with her future,

不同於《魔法滿屋》裡濃烈鮮豔的哥倫比亞，Layla Torres以柔和但明亮的水彩繪製出同樣溫暖熱鬧的市井風貌。跟著主角一家上市場備齊濃湯食材，搭配作者的家族祖傳Sancocho食譜，讓你的感官與想像力皆浸潤於作者筆下的拉丁美洲風情。Back in paperback after twenty years, Saturday Sancocho features cooking, Latinx family traditions, and creativity. Leyla Torres' classic #OwnVoices picture book is perfect for every home.Every Saturday, Maria Lili looks forward to making chicken sancocho with her grandparents, Mama Ana and Papa Angelino. But one Saturday they discover that there is nothing in the house except eggs, and Maria Lili wonders how they will ever be able to have their favorite meal. Mama Ana has a plan, though, and taking the eggs with her, she invites Maria Lili to come to the market. Somehow, Mama Ana has a way to make chicken sancocho with eggs alone, and Maria Lili can't wait to find out how!Bold, cheerful watercolors evoke the busy atmosphere of the village markets of Central and South America in this beloved tale of weekend traditions. A recipe for chicken sancocho from the author's fami

In the grand finale of Elise Gravel's graphic chapter book series that Kirkus called a charming treasure, Arlo the crow is going to be a dad! The third book in this quirky series from acclaimed author Elise Gravel is perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly and Castronauts.Parenting is tough--even for a genius like Arlo--but luckily he isn't alone: his partner Marla and Uncle Pips are there to help! From building a new nest and taking care of Marla while she incubates the eggs to teaching the chicks everything they need to know, Arlo has his wings full. Join Arlo, Pips, Marla, and the new chicks as they explore this next big chapter in their lives.Snappy dialogue paired with a limited color scheme that's perfect for newly independent readers, this final story has tons of amazing kid-pleasing bird facts.More praise for Arlo & Pips #1: King of the Crows: A New York Public Library Best Book * A Chicago Public Library Best of the Best * A Junior Library Guild Selection * An unexpected fri

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!

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

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 100 Things to Know about Music - an exciting book exploring all corners of the diverse world of music.Ideal for fact loving readers aged 8+.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.Discover all the titles in the 100 Things to Know series:1. 100 Things to Know About Science2. 100 Things to Know About Saving the Planet3. 100 Things to Know About Music4. 100 Things to Know About Numbers, Computers & Coding5. 100 Things to Know About Food6. 100 Things to Know About the Human Body7. 100 Things to Know About Space8. 100 Things to Know About the Oceans9. 100 Things to Know About Planet Earth10. 100 thi

Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC's The Tonight Show and #1 New York Times–bestselling author, is back with a book for grandmothers.NANA loves you more!How much does Nana love you?More than the moon? More tha

From Geisel Award-winning author-illustrator Corey R. Tabor comes a fresh and funny young graphic novel series sure to delight readers. Perfect for fans of Catwad, Bird & Squirrel, and Narwhal & Jelly.Ladies and gentlebugs, presenting the duke of the dandelion patch, champion of truth and justice, the one, the only--Sir Ladybug!Sir Ladybug never shies away from a quest, even when he'd rather be playing a video game or baking a cake. So when a caterpillar needs rescuing from a "monster" (a hungry chickadee), Sir Ladybug and his trusty friends--his herald, a roly-poly named Pell, and his squire, a snail named Sterling--hatch the perfect (delicious) plan.This is the first in a new graphic novel series for newly independent readers, following the adventures of a ladybug knight and his pals in the dandelion patch.Woven seamlessly into this funny and surprising story are the themes of friendship, bravery, teamwork, creative thinking, and helping others. With warmth and heart, surpris

Now in paperback--book two of the spunky and clever Polly Diamond series, which celebrates the (literal) magic of writing. Polly and her magic book, Spell, have all kinds of adventures together because whatever Polly writes in Spell comes true! But when Polly and Spell join forces to make the school fair super spectacular, they quickly discover that what you write and what you mean are not always the same. EVERYONE LOVES POLLY DIAMOND: Polly Diamond and the Magic Book was a Parents magazine Best Children's Book of the Year! REALISM MEETS FANTASY: In this second book, get to know even more of Polly's magical world: explore her school and meet her friends. GREAT FOR CLASSROOMS AND SCHOOL LIBRARIES: Kids will love the school bookfair setting! It's an ideal pick for independent readers. Perfect for: - A great gift for parents, caregivers, educators, librarians- Perfect for fans of the Ivy + Bean, Amelia Bedelia, and Dory Fantasmagory series- Add it to the shelf with books like Meet Yasmin!

In the ninth DATA Set adventure, the kids blast off into outer space!When Laura hears a strange but familiar buzzing coming from her radio, she instantly knows who's trying to get in touch. It's none other than Fave, the DATA Set's alien friend who crashed down on Earth! The kids excitedly decode the message but learn that Fave is in trouble! Join the kids as they suit up and blast off into the galaxy on a mission to help an old friend. With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the DATA Set chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.

A wildly imaginative story by the acclaimed author-illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake Have you ever wanted something that was just yours? Not someone else's hand-me-down... Not something that you had to share... Not something that you could only borrow for a little while...Something that was yours and yours alone to play with, to dream about, and more... It's My Rubber Band explores how a cherished everyday object can become a catalyst for curiosity, play and a profound sense of connection. With a special object of one's very own, the possibilities are as limitless as the imagination!

National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge reveals the life and work of Frederick Law Olmsted, the designer of Central Park, the United States Capitol building's landscape, and more. Nobody could get Frederick Law Olmsted to sit still. He was filled with energy, adventure, and dreams of changing the world. As a boy, he found refuge in the peace and calm of nature, and later as an adult, he dreamed of designing and creating access to parks for a growing and changing America. When New York City held a contest for the best park design for what would become Central Park, Olmsted won and became the father of landscape architecture. He went on to design parks across America, including Yosemite National Park and even the grounds for the United States Capitol. This scenic biography is lavishly illustrated by Becca Stadtlander, and National Book Award finalist Elizabeth Partridge brings her renowned lyricism and meticulous research to the visionary who brought parks to the people.

Traversing from the rapidly urbanising county-level city of Fuqing to the remote mountainous kingdom of Lesotho in Southern Africa, Searching for Sweetness is one of the first and most extensive ethnographies linking rural-to-urban migration in China with Chinese migration to Africa. Against the backdrop of China’s national struggle for modernity and globalisation, Sarah Hanisch examines Chinese migrant women’s complex and ever-shifting struggles for upward social mobility across different generations and localities in China and Lesotho. Embedding the women’s individual portraits into larger historical contexts, Hanisch illustrates how these women interpret and narrate their migratory and everyday experiences through and beyond powerful state metanarratives on ‘sweetness’ and ‘bitterness’. In her exploration of migratory identities and projects that have been overlooked by previous studies, Hanisch brings uniquely gendered, multi-sited, and intergenerational perspectives to existing sc

Say hello to all sorts of unicorns in this bright, interactive touch-and-feel-book! With simple text, high-contrast colours, and an exciting touch-and-feel on every double page, this magical book engages your baby's senses as they discover different unicorns. Children will love exploring all the different textures as they touch the sparkly horn, feel the shimmery wing and stroke the furry mane! This touch-and-feel playbook:Encourages sensory developmentBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 0+ Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso Available:Baby Touch: PetsBaby Touch: FarmBaby Touch: ColoursBaby Touch: FeelingsBaby Touch: Opposites

Introduce your little one to DINOSAURS in this bright, interactive touch-and-feel book. Packed with FLUFFY feathers, SMOOTH horns and BUMPY scales, each page has a new texture for your little one to try. With simple text, high-contrast colours and an exciting touch-and-feel on every double page, this playful book engages your baby's senses as they discover their first dinosaurs.This touch-and-feel playbook:Encourages sensory developmentBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioFrom tummy time to bath time, the bestselling Baby Touch series contains the perfect first books to support key milestones. Also available:Baby Touch: PetsBaby Touch: FarmBaby Touch: My First BookBaby Touch: ColoursBaby Touch: OppositesBaby Touch: NumbersBaby Touch: WordsBaby Touch: ShapesBaby Touch: Hello, Daddy!Baby Touch: Hello, Mummy!