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Skandar faces his greatest challenge yet in the thrilling third installment of the Skandar series from New York Times bestselling author A.F. Steadman!To survive their third year of training, Skandar and his friends must complete a series of terrifying trials across the Island’s elemental zones. Friendships, allegiances, and rider-unicorn bonds will be pushed to the limit—only the strongest will make it.Meanwhile, Skandar’s sister, Kenna, has finally reached the Eyrie. But with a forged bond to a wild unicorn, she is alienated and alone. And when a terrible discovery puts the future of the Island in peril, all fingers point in one direction…As suspicions grow and dark forces assemble, Skandar must decide where his loyalties lie. How far is he willing to go—for Kenna, and for the Eyrie?

In this fifteenth Henry Heckelbeck adventure, Henry tries to prove he's too old for a babysitter! Henry's parents are going on a date night and have hired a babysitter. But Henry's not a baby, he's a wizard! And the last thing he needs is a nosy stranger looking into his room and discovering his magic Book of Spells. Can Henry convince his parents that he's old enough to stay home alone? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Henry Heckelbeck chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.

STEM—where we see it, how we use it, and why you should careDiscover how physics is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Science—Physics.Explore how physics is all around us! Discover how physics keeps a plane in the air, find out about light and dark matter, and meet the scientists who have brought physics to life, including Shohini Gose, Michael Faraday, and Vera Rubin. Readers can also carry out cool physics experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Dr Shini Somara and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter physics and why it’s even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use science, technology, engineering, and math in our everyday lives. While the topics sound high-level and complex, this series makes these concepts age-appropriate and accessib

From the New York Times bestselling author of Internment comes a timely and gripping social-suspense novel about book banning, activism, and standing up for what you believe. After her dad abruptly abandons her family and her mom moves them a million miles from their Chicago home, Noor Khan is forced to start the last quarter of her senior year at a new school, away from everything and everyone she knows and loves. Reeling from being uprooted and deserted, Noor is certain the key to survival is to keep her head down and make it to graduation. But things aren't so simple. At school, Noor discovers hundreds of books have been labeled "obscene" or "pornographic" and are being removed from the library in accordance with a new school board policy. Even worse, virtually all the banned books are by queer and BIPOC authors. Noor can't sit back and do nothing, because that goes against everything she believes in, but challenging the status quo just might put a target on her back. Can she effect

This engaging and comprehensive illustrated guide will answer all kids' questions about how the president is elected!There's never been a timelier moment for kids to learn the importance of voting. Your Vote Matters walks readers through all the ins and outs of voting in America -- and more specifically, voting in presidential elections.This easy-to-understand guide explains every step in the presidential election process -- from who is eligible to run for president to what the president does once they are sworn into office. Learn about campaigning and debates, the difference between caucuses and primaries, and how the Electoral College works, plus information about who is eligible to vote; the many different ways citizens can vote on (and leading up to) Election Day; what happens after the final ballots are cast; and tips on what to consider when deciding which candidate should get your vote.Each page of this nonfiction guidebook also features full-color artwork, including photographs

THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is the #1 movie now streaming on 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! What rises . . . must fall.Two brothersOne Good.One Evil.In exchange for power and immortality, they watch over the Endless Woodsand rule the School for Good and Evil.Yet all School Masters must face a test.Theirs is loyalty.But what happens when loyalty is corrupted? When the bonds of blood are broken?Who will survive? Who will die? And what will become of the school and its students?The journey that started a hundred years ago throttles towards its end. This final chapter in the duology that began with the RISE OF THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL brings the tale of the twin School Masters to the brink of war and a shocking conclusion that will change the course of the school forever.

Priya puts together the perfect puppy picnic and raises money to help African wild dogs, in the fourth installment of this full-color early chapter book 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!Priya is planning a puppy picnic for her friend Dola! It has a fairy-tale theme because Dola's adorable puppy is named Prince! Priya starts her party-prep to-do list. She makes castle invitations, creates DIY crowns, and bakes cupcakes (and pupcakes!). But as the puppy picnic gets closer, it looks like it might rain. Priya tries not to worry, but the weather is not something she can check off her to-do list. Will she have to cancel the picnic?With color-coded speech bubbles, an engaging diary format, plenty of humo

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主角Cap 從未看過電視、吃過披薩，也不懂校園文化，當他被同學惡作劇推舉為班長時，他不知所措。然而，隨著他真誠地履行職責，原本的玩笑逐漸反轉為意想不到的結果。Gordon Korman 以一貫輕鬆的筆調呈現一個「局外人」如何在幽默與困惑中尋找位置，也讓讀者看見同理、善意與群體生活的可貴。In this bestselling fish-out-of-water classic, a homeschooled kid must learn how to fit in at his new public school when he's elected to be class president as a prank. Capricorn Anderson has never watched a television show. He's never tasted pizza. He's never even heard of a wedgie. And he has never, in his wildest dreams, thought he'd live anywhere but Garland Farm commune with his hippie caretaker and homeschool instructor, Rain. But all of this changes when Rain is hospital-ridden after falling out of a tree. Capricorn (Cap for short) is sent to attend Claverage Middle School (dubbed C-Average by the kids) to live with his new guidance counselor and her irritable daughter. Cap doesn't exactly fit in at school with his long ungroomed hair and hemp clothes--in fact he's the biggest nerd in school. As the butt of a joke orchestrated by big-man-

It's warm-up time in the bestselling Brinkley Yearbook graphic novel series! Will Alexandra make the cut and help the historicallyboysbaseball team defend their nine-year championship streak?“A thoughtful celebration of teamwork, told with heart and humor. This book is a gem!”—Lincoln Peirce, author ofBig NateandMax & the MidnightsAlexandra, also known as Al, has been playing baseball with her older brothers for as long as she can remember. But when she ages out of Little League, it seems like it’s the end of the road for Al and the sport she loves. Until, that is, her friend Sammy suggests that Al try out for the middle school team—a team that has always been boys-only.Al is prepared to fight for her right to try out, but to her surprise, the coach is delighted by her interest. When Al makes the team, it seems like everything is going to work out. But with a tenth consecutive championship on the line for Brinkley Middle School and a team that can’t seem to get along, will their se

襁褓時父親黃溫恭因案入獄遭槍決母親一人茹苦含辛拉拔三子女成長全家遭受政府長期監控直至解嚴後嚮往自由世界卻屢次受阻的黃春蘭成長歲月中逐步摸索拼湊父親輪廓 沉睡五十八年的遺書，終盼到物歸原主的那天是無法送達的遺書，同時也是一封遲來的情書 黃溫恭，1920年出生，台南二中畢業後前往日本就讀齒醫專門學校。二戰時受徵召到滿洲國擔任軍醫。戰後回到台灣開設牙醫並與楊清蓮結婚生子，但卻在1952年因「中共台灣省工作委員會燕巢支部案」受到牽連，同年九月被捕。然而原先只遭判十五年，卻在執行前十六天被蔣介石改為「死刑」，於1953年五月二十日在馬場町遭槍決，留下了五封遺書給家人。而同年，五個月大的黃春蘭仍在襁褓中嗷嗷待哺。 黃春蘭，1952年出生，黃溫恭之么女，一生從未與父親黃溫恭見過面。台南女中畢業後考上東海大學化學系，大學畢業後原欲出國念書卻受阻。逗留台灣期間她結婚生子。而八○年代台灣社運狂飆，政治局勢也隨之逐漸鬆綁，爾後她獲得留學機會便赴美就讀蒙大拿州立大學化學碩士，一年半後即回到台灣再攻讀台大化學系博士，之後任職於高雄海洋科大水產系直到退休。而在2008年才親眼見到父親的遺書，2011年才親手接到相距五十八年前父親的遺書。 本書《黃春蘭的逆襲人生：遲來的遺書》，為黃春蘭女士的回憶錄，娓娓道來她身為政治受難家屬的奮鬥過程。從小她在親族呵護下成長，成年後才得知父親黃溫恭因案槍決。此後她遭受全面的政治監控，留學求職均受阻，但她卻在縫隙間，活出精采的人生，成為以專業協助改善高雄水質的科學家。並在台灣走向民主化之際，踏上索還父親遺書的征程，並透過分享家族受難故事，致力於推動人權教育與轉型正義。 獨裁政權終會有崩潰的一天，但在崩潰之前，還需要承受多少苦痛？在白色恐怖的暴政之下，隨意奪走人命固然殘忍。然而更殘忍的是，被留下的親族們，更需承受政府、社會、肉體、精神上長期無孔不入的監控與歧視，影響終其一生，更擴及受難者的上一代與下一代。黃春蘭前半輩子不斷尋思著父親的模樣，後半輩子勇敢面對父親的過往與轉型正義的漫漫長路，傾訴著橫跨三代長及一生的遺書征討故事。 ◎指導贊助：國家人權博物館◎策劃單位：台灣公民媒體文化協會、陳文成博士紀念基金會

父母意外過世，胖胖女孩 Jane 面臨被討厭表哥趕出家門的危機──唯一的救贖是趕緊結婚領取嫁妝！她鼓起勇氣向暗戀對象、帥氣卻自戀的漁夫 Peter 求婚，對方答應了，卻馬上被美人魚拖入海中。Jane 找上村裡神秘老巫婆，喝下水下呼吸藥水，踏上海底奇幻旅程，對抗殭屍水手、水魔、貪圖青春的美人魚姐妹，還結交會說話的 selkie 海豹朋友。在這趟旅途裡，她不僅救出「未婚夫」，更發現真正的獨立與自信，顛覆所有童話刻板印象！Jane is incredibly plain. Everyone says so: her parents, the villagers, and her horrible cousin who kicks her out of her own house. Determined to get some semblance of independence, Jane prepares to propose to the princely Peter, who might just say yes to get away from his father. It's a good plan! Or it would've been, if he wasn't kidnapped by a mermaid. With her last shot at happiness lost in the deep blue sea, Jane must venture to the world underwater to rescue her maybe-fianc? But the depths of the ocean hold beautiful mysteries and dangerous creatures. What good can a plain Jane do? From Anya's Ghost and Be Prepared author Vera Brosgol comes an instant classic that flips every fairy-tale you know, and shows one girl's crusade for the only thing that matters--her own independ

From the bestselling author of RESTART, the story of a middle-school "band of brothers" -- five friends who need to stick together after they set up a hideout in an abandoned bomb shelter and discover that the only way to be true friends is to reveal their secrets and help each other out.The morning after Hurricane Leo rips through the town of Canaan, residents awaken to widespread destruction -- power outages, downed branches, uprooted trees, broken windows and damaged roofs. Four eighth-grade friends -- Evan, Jason, Mitchell, and CJ -- meet to explore the devastation. The tight-knit group is dismayed to find that Evan has brought along a stray -- Ricky, who is new to their town and school, and doesn't have any friends yet.Ricky is the one to find the strange trap door that's appeared in the middle of the woods -- the door to an old bomb shelter, unearthed by the hurricane. Inside, the boys find a completely intact underground lair, complete with electricity, food, and entertainment (

After his imprisonment in Green Island, Kun-lin struggles to pick up where he left off ten years earlier. He reconnects with his childhood crush Kimiko and finds work as an editor, jumping from publisher to publisher until finally settling at an advertising company. But when manhua publishing becomes victim to censorship, and many of his friends lose their jobs, Kun-lin takes matters into his own hands. He starts a children's magazine, Prince, for a group of unemployed artists and his old inmates who cannot find work anywhere else. Kun-lin's life finally seems to be looking up... but how long will this last? Forty years later, Kun-lin serves as a volunteer at the White Terror Memorial Park, promoting human rights education. There, he meets Yu Pei-Yun, a young college professor who provides him with an opportunity to reminisce on his past and how he picked himself up after grappling with bankruptcy and depression. With the end of martial law, Kun-lin and other former New-Lifers felt com

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

An ALSC's 2025 Día Booklist for Birth to Pre-KA Publishers Weekly Best Picture Book of 2024A 2025 ALSC Notable Children’s BookA Kirkus Best Picture Book of 2024A New York Public Library Best Book of 2024American Booksellers Association May/June 2024 Kids’ Indie Next List PickCSMCL Best Books of 2024Common Sense Media’s Best Books of 2024A Bank Street Best Book of 2025From Sibert honor-winning author Traci Sorell and Caldecott Medal-winning artist Michaela Goade comes a heartwarming picture book about a Native American family and the joys of moving back to their ancestral lands. Today is a day of excitement--it's time to move! As a young Cherokee girl says goodbye to the swing, the house, and the city she's called home her whole life, she readies herself for an upcoming road trip. While her mother drives, she draws in her sketchbook the changing landscape outside her window. She looks forward to the end of their journey, where she'll eat the feast her extended family prepared, play in t

Join four musical instruments in their first year at Band Camp! Pranks and food fights aren't all that is in store for this group of unlikely friends in this new, laugh-out-loud, graphic chapter book series. Cordelia the accordion, Trey the triangle, Kaylee the ukulele, and Zook the kazoo meet when they're assigned to Bunk J--nicknamed "Junk Bunk" by the other instruments. Despite their differences, they'll have to become fast friends as they explore the wonders and challenges of the camp, including experiences with nature, food fights, and camp pranks. Can they learn to be in tune with each other by the time the big relay race comes around? From the creator of the popular Pea, Bee, & Jay.

Spend a day at the beach with The Very Hungry Caterpillar!It's time for some fun in the sun! Play with beach toys, collect seashells, and splash in the water in this tabbed board book with easy-to-flip tabs, easy-to-read text, and easy-to-love Eric Carle art featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

From the Newbery Medal-winning author of Last Stop on Market Street comes this moving picture book about the perils of perfectionism.Lucas goes to the perfect school in the perfect neighborhood. But life at home is not so perfect. His dad’s old work truck stalls in front of the school. The electricity is out when he gets home, and he doesn’t even have time to show his mom his report (on which he received a perfect score) before she rushes off to her night job.That night, Lucas dreams of a strange light, which he follows down the fire escape, into the alleyway, clear out of his neighborhood, all the way to the place where the perfect people live. Everything there is more beautiful than he could have imagined. But is it possible things aren’t as perfect as they seem?This lyrical, richly illustrated picture book highlights the beauty to be found in even the humblest of homes and in a family that may not be materially rich but is rich in love.

Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about animals. Take a tour of the animal kingdom and discover everything you need to know about creatures from elephants to ants in this colorful and charming first animal reference book. Different chapters focus on different animal types, with a new critter every time you turn the page. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about koalas, armadillos, eagles, penguins, turtles, frogs, sharks, and butterflies and many, many more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to nature. For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have animal encyclopedia.

For more than a decade, readers have been enchanted by the modern classicThe One and Only Ivan, a Newbery Award winner and a #1New York Timesbestseller, and by its bestselling sequels,The One and Only BobandThe One and Only Ruby. Powerhouse author Katherine Applegate invites readers back into Ivan’s world for one last adventure—his most exciting yet.Ivan has been happily living in a wildlife sanctuary, with his friend Ruby next door in the elephant enclosure, frequent visits from his canine friend Bob, and his mate Kinyani by his side. And in the happiest turn of all, Ivan and Kinyani have welcomed a set of twins to their family!Ivan loves being a papa, even though it can be hard sometimes. But as he navigates the joys and challenges of parenthood, he can’t help but recall his life before the glass walls of the mall circus, his own childhood in the jungle—and his own twin.In the tradition of timeless classics likeCharlotte’s WebandStuart Little, the one and only Katherine Applegate has

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES - Max takes on knight school in the hilarious sequel to the bestselling illustrated novel Max and the Midknights, from the author of the Big Nate series! "Fantastic! I loved it!" -Dav Pilkey, New York Times bestselling author of the Dog Man series "Max is epic fun!" -Jeff Kinney, New York Times bestselling author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series Max didn't expect knight school to be so tough. Luckily, she has her best friends--the Midknights--at her side. But when Byjovia is under attack, the Midknights will have to face beastly creatures, powerful spells, and their greatest foe yet--themselves? Lincoln Peirce, author of the New York Times bestselling Max & the Midknights, brings more laughs, more adventures, and more silliness to Battle of the Bodkins, book two in the Max & the Midknights series.

There's a new girl in Sweet Valley...and she's a witch?! Join twin sisters Jessica and Elizabeth as they discover if the rumors match reality in this all new graphic novel from the The New York Times bestselling world of Sweet Valley Twins. The buzz at Sweet Valley Middle School is all about Nora Mercandy, the new girl living in the town's infamous haunted house. Jessica is convinced there's something witchy about her, but Elizabeth thinks there's more to the story. Caught in a whirl of rumors and a rift with her twin, can Elizabeth discover the truth before friendships are torn apart?

Skandar's adventure among the warrior unicorns continues in this "riveting" (Kirkus Reviews) sequel to the instant New York Times and international bestseller Skandar and the Unicorn Thief. Skandar Smith has achieved his dream: to train as a unicorn rider. But as Skandar and his friends enter their second year at the Eyrie, a new threat arises. Immortal wild unicorns are somehow being killed, a prophecy warns of terrible danger, and elemental destruction begins to ravage the Island. Meanwhile, Skandar's sister, Kenna, longs to join him, and Skandar is determined to help her, no matter what. As the storm gathers, can Skandar find the key to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late for them all?

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

This book explores the possibility of building the resilience of the UNESCO cultural landscapes, both using theoretical conceptions and practical strategies and actions. Two case studies have been selected, one in Italy and one in China, which have then been explored for the first time in such a comparative way. Different notions of landscape, as well as the driving force of changes affecting these landscapes, are examined and compared.Moreover, the perceptions of the local communities regarding these landscapes are examined, using online questionnaires with over 400 participants. This research highlights the need for an integrated management system, building stronger rural communities able to manage change and continuity. Five pillars to build the resilience of these landscapes have been provided, with schemes and figures, requiring a people-centered approach in their management.This book demonstrates strong connections between identity and landscape resilience, especially in inlandar

The Heart Sutra, in just 260 words, it is full of the ultimate wisdom of life. People of different eras, facing different changes, chaos, and sufferings, can find relief and peace from the Heart Sutra. This is the reason why the Heart Sutra transcends religions and regions and is widely recited by people from all walks of life. "The Sutra of My Heart-Sending you a Song for Crossing the River" is Master Hung Chi-Sung's interpretation from a never-seen-before perspective, and gives a fresh presentation of the Heart Sutra in the form of prose. Furthermore, he also provides a beautiful English translation of the classic Heart Sutra. This book combines text and painting. The paintings painted by the author in meditation are like the scenery along the river of life. All phenomena are constantly changing. They can be aggregated or decomposed. There is no "beginning" and no "ending". If we awaken to the emptiness of all existences, and are not controlled by the inertia of life, it is like waki

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When a meteor crashes into a woodland, some of the residents find that they have gained strange new superpowers. Some will use it for evil, but others, like Sonny the Squirrel, will always use his super size and strength for good.A graphic novel series full of supersized heart, adventure, and laughs!

9781803706443 Roarr! Slider Sound BooksEach time you move one of the sliders in this unique novelty book, a jungle animal springs into view and makes a fun sound. But there's more! Move the same slider back again, and you'll see and hear a completely different animal. Babies and toddlers will love moving the sliders back and forth to enjoy all the jungle animals in this delightfully illustrated book - the first in an exciting new series.9781803707358 Vroom! Slider Sound BooksMove the sliders back and forth to hear the different vehicles zooming along in this unique and exciting sound book. When you move a slider one way you'll see and hear one vehicle... and when you move it back the other way you'll see and hear another one.There are planes, trains, cars, motorbikes and buses to discover, all driven by Ailie Busby's charming animal characters.9781805314578 Slider Sound Books: Rummble!Move the sliders back and forth in this unique sound book to hear the building site com

這是一個歡樂的故事，慶祝自我接受和友誼的力量，鼓勵孩子們以同理心和愛來推崇彼此的不同之處。有些人不總是理解那個留長髮的男孩。但他知道，他的頭髮是他的一部分，也是他能夠位生活做些什麼的一部分，柔軟和堅強，狂野而靜止，兇猛和溫柔。他想帶你踏上一段旅程，向你展示擁抱真正自己可以有多麼神奇。本書以抒情文本講述，並伴隨著令人驚艷的水彩藝術作品，探索包容性、同情心，以及對自我信心的轉化力量。A joyful story celebrating the power of self-acceptance and friendship, encouraging children to champion each other's differences with empathy and love.People don't always understand the boy with long hair. But he knows that his hair is a part of who he is and who he can be - soft and strong, wild and still, fierce, and gentle. He'd like to take you on a journey to show you exactly how magical embracing who you are can be.Told in lyrical text, accompanied by stunning watercolour artwork, My Hair is as Long as a River explores inclusivity, compassion, and the transformative power of being confident in yourself.

★ 爆笑動物偵探系列第1集，小兔偵探初登場！★ 胡蘿蔔大盜 × 城市運河 × 趣味推理冒險★ 圖像小說×章節故事混合閱讀，節奏輕快超好讀★ 黑色犯罪電影風格插畫，充滿漫畫式幽默細節熊堡市運河突然出現一連串胡蘿蔔失竊事件，連小兔雷吉家的蔬菜攤也面臨關門危機。當著名的狐狸警探拒絕調查時，夢想成為偵探的雷吉決定自己破案。他和新朋友鸚鵡 Pipsquark 一起追查線索，在城市裡展開一場充滿幽默與驚喜的推理冒險。When a carrot-snatching crime wave hits the canals, Reggie's family vegetable stall is in danger of closing. Even worse, the famous Detective Fox won't take the case. Reggie needs to step in, and his best lead is the new parakeet at school, Pipsquark, who has heard rumours of foul play. Can this tiny, fluffy detective crack the case?He might be small, but Reggie Rabbit, Detective, will keep this big city safe!Reggie Rabbit wants to be a big-shot detective in Bearburgh City, just like his hero, Detective Fox.His parents have other ideas: they would rather he stayed at home and worked on their vegetable stall.But when a carrot-snatching crime wave hits the canals, the family stall is in danger of closing. Even worse, the famous Detective Fox won't take the case. Reggie needs to step in,

來自蘇格蘭的新銳作品，探討年輕男性在艱困環境中的自我與歸屬。芬利孤身求學，經濟拮据又不敢輕易付出情感；班卓歷經傷痛，暴躁脆弱，卻渴望有人理解。兩人相知，卻也面對各自的過往與恐懼。作者用平實卻細膩的筆觸，描繪工人階級背景下的現實與微小的希望，讓人看見即使在最混亂的青春裡，愛與勇氣仍有立足之地。A striking debut exploring the power of identity, community and the Scottish working class. This coming-of-age story is an incisive look at young masculinity and the way even the most fraught upbringing is not without hope.'Tenderness itself, a song to love and friendship.' Andrew O'Hagan'Stunning. Hopeful, heartbreaking and ultimately joyful.' Simon James Green'As if you are reading your own heart written upon the page.' Non PrattTwo boys can't remember the last time they had a hug.Meet Finlay. He's studying for his nursing degree at Glasgow University, against all the odds. But coming straight from care means he has no support network.How can he write essays, find paid work and NOT fall for the beautiful boy at uni, when he's struggling to even feed himself?Meet Banjo. He's trying to settle in with his new foster family and finish high scho

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?

See the world through Paul Cézanne's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Paul Cézanne meet the famous French painter.Follow the artists' stories and find intriguing facts about their environments and key masterpieces. Then see what you can see and make your own art. Every book in this series is one to treasure and keep - perfect for budding young artists to explore exhibitions with, then continue their own artistic journeys.© The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

A magical adventure about a boy and his dog—or a dog and her boy—and a forest of wonders hidden in plain sight. Clay has had enough of home life. A global plague has brought the world to a screeching halt, and with only a summer of video-calling friends and bickering with his sisters ahead, he’s only too happy to retreat to the woods.From the moment the little dog with the ornate collar appears like a spirit among the trees, Clay sees something otherworldly in her. With this mysterious hound, Elphinore, as guide, he glimpses ancient secrets folded into the forest and wanders paths deep into the unknown. But there are traps and terrors in the woods, too, and if Clay isn’t careful, he might lose his way for ever.A heartfelt, original fantasy tale for our times.

From the globally-bestselling, critically-acclaimed picture book legend, Anthony Browne, comes a picture book for each and every grandad. A celebration of grandads everywhere!Grandads - all different and all a little bit the same... We love our grandads and they love us!Award-winning author and illustrator and former Children's Laureate Anthony Browne shares a warm look at the relationship between grandad and grandchild.

本書以音樂互動的方式，重現普羅高菲夫經典作品《彼得與狼》的童話魅力。故事講述小男孩彼得與爺爺同住，雖被叮囑不要外出，卻在狼威脅到鴨子、鳥與家貓時，決定挺身相救。隨著情節推進，讀者可按下書頁上的按鈕，聆聽十段樂曲選段，感受不同角色與場景的音樂描繪。書末收錄作曲家簡介與樂曲賞析，介紹配器、節奏與技巧，幫助孩子理解音樂如何講述故事。Discover the fairy-tale magic of Peter and the Wolf in this musical reimagining of one of Prokofiev’s most famous and classic compositions. Push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Prokofiev’s score. Peter and the Wolf is a story about a young boy called Peter who lives with his grandfather.His grandfather warns him about being outside because a wolf roams the woods. However, when the wolf threatens Peter’s animal friends – a duck, a bird and his grandfather's cat – he decides to ignore his grandfather's warning and save them. As you and your little one journey through the magical scenes, you will press the buttons to hear 10 excerpts from the score.Readers should press firmly on the pages to activate the sounds, encouraging interactive learning and introducing children to

Bluey and her family love arts and crafts, especially for Father’s Day fun! Join them and find out what they’ve been up to . . .Guide them through a maze, search for Dad’s lost footy, and make your own charades cards!Join in the fun and start crafting!Want more Bluey? Also available:Bluey: Bluey’s Beach A Craft Activity BookBluey: What Games Should We Play? A Lift-the-Flap BookBluey: Super Stickers

9781803703831 There's a Hippo in my Toilet!You'd better not open the flaps, because the animals might jump out! Children will love stepping into the mischievous world of this unique and hilarious pop-up book. Full of surprises that are guaranteed to cause giggles, and wittily illustrated by the brilliant Susan Batori, the book culminates in a spectacular pop-up with all the different animals springing out together.9781474997751 Who Let The Dinosaurs Out?You'd better not open the flaps... because the dinosaurs just might jump out if you do! Children will love exploring the deliciously unexpected world of this book, as each page reveals a hilarious pop-up dinosaur springing out of a cupboard or a fridge or the shower. The chaos increases with every page turned, until all the dinosaurs are revealed together in a spectacular pop-up at the end.9781803706528 Get That Monster Out Of Here!You'd better not open the flaps, because the monsters might get out! There's a hilarious be