Math Practice For Beginners

Keystone是專為大專校院英語課程所編寫的英語教材，以 12 個日常生活常見主題為軸心，包括：休閒娛樂、電話英語、校園生活、文化交流等，發展出真實的對話語境和豐富的閱讀文本。各單元皆整理出重點字彙和文法，幫助學習者建立穩固的英語基礎，再透過聽、說、讀、寫不同面向的學習策略，有效培養全方位的英語技能。Keystone offers theme-based learning materials and focused practice to enhance college students’ listening, speaking, reading and writing skills for major integrative proficiency tests. It also enhances students’ learning of target vocabulary and grammar points in each unit through spiral ordering which allows students to revisit the to-be-learned items in focused, meaningful contexts.

《全方位華語精進讀本》提供中文學習者精選閱讀素材 以第二外語學習者的詞彙及程度編寫，契合需求 有效提升閱讀理解能力！ 除了一般教材，閱讀理解力的提升是語言學習的關鍵。 第二外語學習者的閱讀力需求，包含適量的詞彙、符合學習程度的句型語法、適當的主題題材、充分的詞彙應用說明，以及大量的練習題檢視吸收成效。 本書為資深海外及國內華語教師團隊撰寫的閱讀材料，書中選題契合時代趨勢，用詞遣字斟酌符合學習者需求，而清楚明瞭的結構培養閱讀寫作能力，精心設計的習題測驗理解程度，更加鍛鍊學習要點，並延伸學習應用變化。 除了契合語言學習的需求，同時亦可為華語能力測驗做準備。 適用對象：《當代中文課程》第三冊延伸閱讀、TOCFL Designed for students learning Chinese at intermediate through advanced-low proficiency levels, The Ultimate Chinese Reader cover engaging topics from Chinese literature, history & geography, technology, and culture studies, suitable for all learners to polish their reading comprehension abilities. It can be useful resource to the preparation for TOCFL as well. Each chapter includes vocabulary and intense exercise and practice section especially designed to further enhance reading and writing skills. The Ultimate Chinese Reader may be used independently for reading courses or as supplementary materials in existing Chinese learning programs. This book is ideal for learners with the

This new series of little books builds children's confidence with mathematical vocabulary and ideas and provides a foundation for learning in a way that feels good. Using carefully chosen words in relatable settings from the world around them, this book creates a moment for children and adults to discover first sorting words through dressing up and having fun. The engaging art style, fun characters and hardback picture book feel make this series accessible and perfect to share.Written and illustrated by the same winning team as 'Big Words for Little People', this series is special not only because it focuses on maths in a child-friendly way, but also because it's from Oxford, it's packed with educational goodness that helps children develop and grow.

This new series of little books builds children's confidence with mathematical vocabulary and ideas and provides a foundation for learning in a way that feels good. Using carefully chosen words in relatable settings from the world around them, this book creates a moment for children and adults to discover first counting words at a pizza party. The engaging art style, fun characters and hardback picture book feel make this series accessible and perfect to share.Written and illustrated by the same winning team as 'Big Words for Little People', this series is special not only because it focuses on maths in a child-friendly way, but also because it's from Oxford, it's packed with educational goodness that helps children develop and grow.

This book WON'T test your mental maths or teach you countless ways to find x. It WILL show you just how fascinating maths can be. Can maths make people rich? Can formulas predict which sports teams will win more games? Can equations explain the mysteries of the universe? The short answer to all these is YES. This book explores and explains the ways that the tools of mathematics help people make sense of the world around them, predict the future and, just maybe, how to make life itself better.

THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL will soon be a major motion picture from Netflix―starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young, and many others! The New York Times bestselling The School for Good and Evil series is an epic journey into a dazzling new world, where the only way out of a fairy tale is to live through one. Start here to follow Sophie, Agatha, and everyone at the school from the beginning!Two best friends have been chosen to be students at the fabled School for Good and Evil, where ordinary boys and girls are trained to be fairy-tale heroes and villains. One will train for Good, one will become Evil’s new hope. Each thinks they know where they belong, but when they are swept into the Endless Woods, they’re switched into the opposite schools. Together they’ll discover who they really are and what they are capable of, because the only way out of a fairy tal

Alice Éclair, Spy Extraordinaire will whisk you away on a fabulous adventure, full of daring action and delicious cakes!Baker by day, spy by night – Alice Éclair leads an exciting double life!A mysterious message sends Alice on a mission aboard France’s most glamorous train, The Sapphire Express. Alice must sneak on board disguised as a pastry chef and discover which passenger is an enemy agent before they reach their final stop. But everyone on the train seems to be hiding something…Armed with her whisk, her wits and her will to succeed, Alice has a spy to catch.A Recipe for Trouble can be read as a stand-alone novel, or enjoyed as part of the Alice Éclair, Spy Extraordinaire series. Look out for A Spoonful of Spying!

Clever's popular board book series continues with Guess What's for Christmas, which invites young readers to learn all about Christmas. Each full-page spread introduces a new holiday theme, from exploring Santa's workshop to baking festive treats, finding gifts under the Christmas tree, and playing in thesnow. Each turn of the page provides a new, engaging activity that will keep kids entertained. Every flap contains a clue for children to figure out, with the answer hiding under the flap.Each spread contains 7 flaps with clues about the object that's hidden beneath.Kids will love engaging in this guessing game while learning at the same time.With adorable, full-color illustrations throughout, Guess What's for Christmas is the perfect interactive book for children who love guessing games, and an ideal introduction to all things related to Christmas.

Engage children in practicing basic reading and writing skills with the help of fascinating animals! From chameleons to kangaroos, the beautiful animal photographs and stories in Listen and Learn: Animals will take young children on an animal adventure around the world. Each unit is organized around a specific animal and includes facts about where animals live, what they look like, what they eat, how their body parts work, and how they take care of their young. Activities include animal games, art, writing, and drawing, and help children practice alphabet awareness, beginning sounds, counting, writing numbers, matching, and more. Every page includes an audio option so that children can listen to read-alouds and learn about their favorite animals. Listen and Learn: Animals also engages children in learning with hands-on art activities and real-life animal photography. Activities include: - Informational read-alouds with audio to support understanding - Alphabet activities to practice be

ABOUT ENGLISH FOR EVERYONE JUNIOR SIGHT WORDS FLASH CARDSA set of beautifully illustrated sight word flash cards for preschool children; introduces 100 first sight words. Make learning new sight words fun with this beautifully illustrated pack of 100 flash cards. All the featured words have been selected from the Dolch and Fry word lists for children aged 4–5. On one side of each card is an essential sight word (words that frequently appear in text and are best remembered by sight) in large, bold lettering for easy reading. On the reverse, the word is repeated with a simple example sentence and illustration to put the word into context. Children can use the cards to learn the meaning of sight words before memorizing the words and testing their knowledge. Five additional cards are packed with suggestions for educational games and activities. Simple to use and fun, these flash cards are made of sturdy laminated cardboard and are suitable for young hands to play with again

英語自學系列English for Everyone推出全彩常用英語字典，收錄超過一萬的常見單字及片語，依照日常生活、工作及旅行等情境主題分類，佐以插圖及音檔，視覺、聽覺學習雙管齊下，輕鬆累績單字力。Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in English with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for English-language students. Building on the success of the English for Everyone program and DK's Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, English for Everyone: Illustrated English Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 words of English vocabulary. The words are shown in a visual context in themed sections covering practical or everyday topics (such as shopping, food, or study), providing learners with all the vocabulary they need for work, travel, and leisure. Learning English vocabulary is even easier with this visually stunning dictionary.

No magical creature has a problem too big for Ava and her Dads to solve!Unicorns with tummy trouble. Dragons with broken wings. Sneezy centaurs and mermaids with measles.Everyone in town knows just who to see when they are feeling poorly: Ava and her dads, the Marvellous Doctors for Magical Creatures. Well, Ava isn't a doctor, not yet, but she's learning the ropes and she's brilliant at solving medical mysteries. Glitterbug the unicorn is not like all the other unicorns.They love dancing and planning parties, but she would much rather be frolicking in the mud. Glitterbug comes to the Marvellous Doctors with a terrible tummy ache, but after examining her, they are mystified as to what's causing it. Can Ava help her dads find the answer?In this magical story about being true to yourself, Ava discovers there's more than one way to be a unicorn!

ABOUT ENGLISH FOR EVERYONE JUNIOR ENGLISH ALPHABET FLASH CARDSDesigned for children learning to read and speak English, this pack of flash cards introduces the alphabet and 52 essential first words through images and audio. Make learning the English alphabet fun with this beautifully illustrated pack of 52 flash cards. With lively accompanying audio, finger-tracing patterns, and fun ideas for games and activities, these flash cards are perfect for children beginning to learn English as a second language. English for Everyone Junior: English Alphabet Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak English. Each beautifully illustrated card introduces the upper and lowercase letters of the alphabet and an essential first word. Audio for all the letters and words featured in the pack is available online and via a handy app so young learners can memorize the sound of the letters and perfect their pronunciation. On one side of the card, both th

Learn about football in this early learning activity book. Big Stickers for Little Hands Football introduces children to the world of football through simple activities, big stickers and card press-outs. Each page is full of fun, early learning activities that are perfect for young children. FUN ACTIVITY BOOK WITH BIG STICKERS FOR LITTLE HANDS, COLOURING AND CARD PRESS-OUT PAGESIncludes 2 sheets of big stickersWith 2 sheets of fun card press-outs16 pages of simple, early learning activities

Soman Chainani’s New York Times bestselling series The School for Good and Evil returns with The Ever Never Handbook! Gorgeous full-color illustrations bring your favorite characters like So

Explore the mysteries of the night sky with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9Scan the skies for 40 incredible sights with a book that shows budding scientists how to use a telescope for kids. You'll learn how to choose a telescope, set it up, and seek out the wonders of the Northern Hemisphere, from the Big Dipper to the Whirlpool Galaxy. Detailed visual guides--Illustrations of each star, planet, and more make them easier to spot-- and once you can identify the major ones, you can use them to find others with any telescope for kids. Outer space school--Discover what time of year it's easiest to see different objects in the sky, the life cycle of a star, how galaxies are cataloged, and more!Fun facts--Find out where the constellations get their names and why looking at the stars means you're actually looking back in time!See what's happening out in the cosmos with this guide to making the most of a telescope for kids.

Incorporate hands-on lab activities that integrate STEAM concepts with 180 days of daily practice! This invaluable resource provides weekly STEAM activities that improve students’ critical-thinking skills, and are easy to incorporate into any learning environment. Students will explore STEAM concepts through the inquiry process with hands-on lab activities. Each week introduces a STEAM problem, need, or phenomena that they will address through a guided step-by-step challenge. Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and state standards, this resource includes digital materials. Provide students with the skills they need to develop problem-solving skills with this essential resource!

Two-time Caldecott Honor author/illustrator Lane Smith tells a whimsical story about a little rabbit searching for the best gift for someone very special.A thoughtful little Rabbit sets out to find the perfect gift for his Nana. He knows she will love anything he brings her but Rabbit wants this gift to be extra special. As he travels on his quest, Rabbit encounters an assortment of creatures-a crow, a smiling full moon, a stickler (whatever that is), a big fish, and a volcano. Each is certain they offer the best advice but nothing they suggest seems right for his Nana. It’s not until Rabbit reaches the highest peak, that he finds exactly what he’s been searching for.The award -winning illustrator of bestsellers including Penguin Problems and Giraffe Problems, brings originality and gentle humor to a story that parents and grandparents will be sharing with their children for years to come.

《Software Architecture in Practice》是一本實用且經過驗證的現代軟體架構權威指南，第四版加入了關於行動性、雲端、能源管理、DevOps、量子計算的內容，以及十一篇新章節。本書徹底解釋何謂軟體架構、為何它很重要，以及如何以嚴謹且有效的方式進行設計、實例化、分析、演變與管理軟體架構。 本書作者是三位著名的軟體架構師，將在書中介紹完整的生命週期，展示實用的指引、專業的方法，以及經過測試的模型，可用於任何複雜程度的專案。你將學會如何使用架構來處理快速成長的需求、系統的規模與抽象，以及當系統以新的方式動態結合時，如何管理新興的品質屬性。 這本指南帶你深入了解如何利用架構來優化關鍵的品質屬性(包括性能、可修改性、資訊安全、妥善性、互操作性、可測試性、易用性、可部署性…等)，並解釋如何管理與改良既有的架構，轉換它們來解決新問題，以及建構可重複使用的架構，將它變成戰略性商業資產。 ‧了解架構如何影響技術環境、專案生命週期、商業概況、你自己的實踐法，以及上述因素如何影響架構 ‧利用經過檢驗的模式、介面與方法來透過架構優化品質 ‧擔任行動設備、雲端、機器學習與量子計算的架構師 ‧為能源效率和安全性等日益重要的屬性進行設計 ‧藉著發現影響架構的重大因素，使用DevOps與部署管道來擴展系統，以及管理架構債務 ‧了解架構師在組織裡的角色，以提供更多價值

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

Dive into seafood with the only fish cookbook you'll ever needFrom fresh grilled red snapper to pan-fried crab and the classic clam chowder, the world of seafood has an ocean's worth of flavors and cooking techniques to explore. Master them all with The Complete Fish Cookbook, your all-in-one resource for preparing crowd-pleasing meals where fish and seafood are the star.What sets this seafood cookbook apart: A whole world of seafood--Discover 115 vibrant recipes from a variety of cuisines that include fatty fish, flaky fish, shellfish, and more, so you can experience everything seafood has to offer.Options for every occasion--Serve up seafood sensations for any meal with sections for easy weeknight dinners, small plates, barbecues, or special events, complete with photos to show you what to expect.The ultimate fish guide--Take the guesswork out of cooking with a super-detailed introduction that explains all different kinds of fish, their taste and texture, how to source and shop for t

'A fascinating tale of poisons and poisonous deeds which both educates and entertains.' - Kathy ReichsAs any reader of murder mysteries can tell you, poison is one of the most enduring — and popular — weapons of choice for a scheming murderer. It can be slipped into a drink, smeared onto the tip of an arrow or the handle of a door, even filtered through the air we breathe. But how exactly do these poisons work to break our bodies down, and what can we learn from the damage they inflict?Drawn from historical records and current news headlines, A Taste for Poison weaves together the fascinating tales of spurned lovers, shady scientists, medical professionals and political assassins, showing how the precise systems of the body can be impaired to lethal effect through the use of poison. From the deadly origins of the gin & tonic cocktail to the arsenic-laced wallpaper in Napoleon’s bedroom, A Taste for Poison leads readers on a fascinating tour of the intricate, com

國家教育研究院審定 技審字第 110170 號Preface“高階英文閱讀與寫作練習” is a comprehensive split edition coursebook for students in their third year of vocational high school to develop their reading and writing skills. The book includes a broad collection of topics related to technology and society, global issues, and business. In “高階英文閱讀與寫作練習,” students can use and improve their English skills through readings and exercises that will help them make progress on a daily basis.Each unit has two main readings with different types of texts. For each reading, students are guided through a set of steps: before you read, while you read, and after you read. These help students understand the act of reading in a logical, helpful way. After the two readings in each unit, there is a writing section that teaches grammar points and writing skills. At the end of each unit, students take what they have learned and use it to practice writing a complete essay related to the theme of the unit. Once they have completed this, they

This book includes four theoretical essays by experienced game facilitators regarding the concept, practice sharing, and application skills of group game facilitation, as well as a collection of 100 practical group games covering ice-breaking, mutual understanding, group cooperation, and problem solving.

I Can Read Comics is a new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.What's better than a snack with friends? A snack surprise for friends, of course! When Snail spots a shiny crab apple high up in a tree, she can't wait to share it with her pals . . . she just has to get it down first! This whimsically illustrated, uplifting story will not only make kids fall in love with comics but will also spark their curiosity about the natural world.A Feast for Friends also has a Cartooning Basics page at the front of the book and a Nature Guide page at the back, making it the whole package for emerging readers--and a great example of what I Can Read Comics is all ab ut!Tiny Tales: A Feast for Friends is a Level Three I Can Read Comic, meaning it's a more complex story for independent readers.

Soon to be a Netflix film!From the award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Once and For All Nights have always been Auden’s time, her chance to escape everything that’s going on around her. Then she meets Eli, a fellow insomniac, and he becomes her nocturnal tour guide. Now, with an endless supply of summer nights between them, almost anything can happen…. “As with all Dessen’s books, [this] is a must-have” ―VOYA, starred reviewSarah Dessen is the winner of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for her contributions to YA literature, as well as the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award.

百科見長的DK出版社暢銷英語學習系列《English for Everyone》兒童全彩插圖字典。帶領國小階段孩子從A到Z有系統的學習千個常見單字，結合專屬APP中的歌曲、互動遊戲，輕鬆學英文。An illustrated A-Z dictionary with accompanying audio that introduces 1,000 essential words to children learning English as a foreign language. Learning new vocabulary is as easy as ABC with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for children aged 6-9. Featuring 1,000 essential first words and a free audio app, this book is perfect for children who are starting to read and speak English as a second language. Every word in English for Everyone Junior: English Dictionary is illustrated and arranged A-Z to reinforce letter recognition and help your child learn the alphabet. Audio for all the words featured in the book is available online and via an app, so children can listen and perfect their pronunciation. At the start of each section, the upper-case and lower-case version of each letter is presented, to help fix the shape and form of the letter. Charming illustrations help put each word in

Through simple text and fun illustrations, this book makes physics approachable and easy to understand for even the smallest scientists.

此套碼會以散裝單本出貨，包含以下書籍：9781645141624Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 4-59781645141631Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 6-79781645141648Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 8-99781645141655Heart and Mind Activities for Today's Kids, Ages 10-11

Heart and Mind Activities for Today’s Kids workbooks include 100 fun activities to support children’s well-being and help them learn to manage emotions, reduce anxiety, and navigate social situations.The full-color activities include art, puzzles, games, coloring, and more! These engaging activity books are ideal for at-home learning, homeschooling, and building connections between home and school.This award-winning activity book received a 2022 National Parenting Product Award and a 2022 Parents’ Picks Award for “Best Educational Products in the World.”The full-color pages and graphics create memorable and fun learning opportunities and help children:Gain mindfulness skills to build better friendshipsLearn empathy and understand other perspectivesDevelop tools to decrease anxiety and regulate emotionsBecome aware of feelings and how their words and actions affect other peopleDevelop positive self-talk toward themselvesSocial and emotional learning activities i

Explore the human body from head to toe with fun facts for ages 9 to 12 Human bodies come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors, but we're all put together the same way! The Fascinating Human Body Book for Kids shows kids how the body works with 500 anatomy facts that offer hours of fun and learning. This colorful book on the human body for kids is packed with weird and wonderful information about the five senses, the digestive system, and every organ. This book on the human body for kids is packed with facts like: Your brain generates more than 20 watts of energy--enough to power a light bulb. The record for a person having uninterrupted hiccups is 68 years. When you whisper, you are talking without using your vocal cords. Give kids a head start to learning with this exploration of the human body for kids.

The crayons are back in this funny, festive book from the creators of the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day Crayons Quit and The Day the Crayons Came Home! In this Christmas story starring the crayons from The Day The Crayons Quit, Green Crayon is certain that he is the only Christmas colour in the box. Of course, Red, White, Silver and even Brown have something to say about that… When Green Crayon claims that green is the only colour for Christmas, other crayons let him know that there would be no Christmas without them either. No candy canes or Santa without Red, no snow without White, no bells or stars without Silver and no cookies or reindeer without Brown! The crayons agree that they all need to come together to make Christmas special! This humorous Christmas story is the perfect stocking filler for fans of The Day The Crayons Quit.

The first in an early graphic novel series about outgoing Cookie and shy Broccoli as they navigate the ups and downs of starting school--perfect for fans of Narwhal and Jelly! New best friends Cookie

When the Vikings attack, a novice monk's life is changed forever in Matthew Harffy's new historical adventure.Lindisfarne, AD793. There had been portents - famine, whirlwinds, lightning from clear skies, serpents seen flying through the air. But when the raiders came, no one was prepared.They came from the North, their dragon-prowed longships gliding out of the dawn mist as they descended on the kingdom's most sacred site.It is 8th June AD793, and with the pillage of the monastery on Lindisfarne, the Viking Age has begun.While his fellow monks flee before the Norse onslaught, one young novice stands his ground. He has been taught to turn the other cheek, but faced with the slaughter of his brothers and the pagan desecration of his church, forgiveness is impossible.Hunlaf soon learns that there is a time for faith and prayer . . . and there is a time for swords.

Knock-Knock Jokes for Funny Kids is packed full of the most hilarious knock-knock jokes and side-splitting illustrations that funny kids can enjoy and share. Part of the Buster Laugh-a-Lot series, this hilarious book is filled with over 200 seriously silly knock-knock gags. A laugh-out-loud collection that will keep jokers entertained for hours on end.Designed to be easy to read, there are also hilarious illustrations for extra laughs. Knock Knock!Who's there?Etch. Etch who?Bless you!Knock Knock!Who's there?Cash.Cash who?No thanks, I prefer peanuts. Knock Knock!Who's there?Mikey. Mikey who?My key won't fit in the door.Let me in!

With its brightly colored illustrations, playful narration, and seasonal cheer, this rambunctious picture book from Tomie dePaola is sure to be a holiday favorite for the whole family.This year, Santa

In the first tale of this debut chapter book graphic novel series by Susie Yi, two magical cats set out on a very important adventure: a quest for unlimited snacks!Cats, magical portals, and snacks, o