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The third book in a fantastically funny new history series from best-selling author and chart-topping podcaster Greg Jenner!Think history is just a boring list of facts and dates? Think again! History is hectic, exciting and unpredictable – in fact, it’s absolute CHAOS! Join bestselling author Greg Jenner on a riotously fun journey through the Stone Age, from brilliant beginnings to epic ending. Accompanied by expert archaeologist Dr Brenna Hassett and with side-splitting illustrations from Rikin Parekh, Greg’s whirlwind tour will cover everything you need to know about the Stone Age and show you what it would REALLY have been like to live through hundreds of thousands of years of chaotic history. Hold on tight, because, with history, you’ll never believe what happens next!

Touch the magic wand to the pages to hear the mermaids and their friends come to life!It's YOU who makes the magic happen in this sound book with a difference. Each time you touch the wand to the beautifully illustrated pictures, you'll hear a sparkly magic spell. From conjuring up a breeze to help a boat sail faster, to casting a spell to help Baby Dolphin swim, there's a moment of magic on every page of the enchanting story.看開箱影片https://youtu.be/na4CUf37VjM?si=Nk_XaLQvXOK1nRfA

★ 哥德風幽靈偵探系列第一集★ 幽默、神祕又帶點詭譎氣氛的冒險故事★ 充滿氣氛的插畫與懸疑情節★ 適合喜歡推理與幽靈故事的讀者瑪蒂達．洛克特原本只是陪靈媒阿姨演戲裝神弄鬼，但在博尚莊園裡，她竟然真的看見了幽靈。她與幽靈男孩 Edgar Wilde 組成偵探搭檔，開始調查莊園的神祕事件。結合幽默、推理與哥德風氛圍，是一部充滿懸疑與趣味的冒險故事。Thrilling spooky mysteries, starring supernatural sleuths Lockett & Wilde - for fans of Lemony Snicket and Murder Most Unladylike.“More shadowy mysteries than twelve graveyards. All hail Lockett & Wilde!” Lemony Snicket"Wildly funny." Ben MillerMatilda Lockett is used to playing the role of Poor Dead Edna with her spirit-medium aunt, Signora Valentina, and theatrical uncle Barnabus – but when they all decamp to Beauchamp Manor to deal with amost dreadfulhaunting, she discovers shereally cansee ghosts! There she meets ghost boy, Edgar Wilde, who shares her love of supernatural snooping, and together they set about unravelling the case ofThe Ghosts of the Manor.Classic spooky mystery for fans of cosy crime, by the Waterstones Prize and Carnegie-shortlisted creators, Lucy Strange and Pam Smy."A stunningly spook

Colour over 45 pages of adorable kawaii and chibi characters in this super-cute colouring book.Enjoy a little break with this pocket-size colouring paradise! Prepare to be enchanted!Mangatopia: Tiny Kawaii opens the door to a miniature world of wonder, inviting you to colour your way through adorably small kawaii and chibi characters. Peer into a happy realm of petite treats, squee-worthy animals, smiling houseplants and silly sushi rolls drawn in whimsical Japanese styles.- Discover more than 45 pages of art teeming with tiny delights and pint-size cuteness- Use crayons, gel pens, or even watercolours to bring this joyful little world to lifeFrom teensy tea parties to candy shops in minuscule towns, Mangatopia: Tiny Kawaii is a celebration of all things small and sweet!

It's time for a spooky adventure for Ari Avatar, your average Roblox kid living in a blocky world! Diary of a Roblox Pro is a must-read for any kid who loves to game. Ari, Zeke, and Jez just can't ignore a challenge from the school bully, Tripp. There can't really be a haunted house in Blockville... right? When the trio enters the mysterious house on the hill Tripp dares them to explore the creepy top floor. What's the deal with all these doors? And why can't Ari and his friends find a way out? And wait.... is that a giant spider?! Join Ari Avatar on the ninth Diary of a Roblox Pro book!

In this Level Two I Can Read! Comic join Curious George and friends for a day of outdoor fun and field games!It's the perfect day for some outdoor fun, and Curious George has big plans! With the help of the man with the yellow hat, George hosts a series of field games for his friends.While everyone splits up into teams and keeps score, George learns that field day is about having fun—win or lose! When all the players have a good time, everyone wins.With a gentle SEL message and reminder about good sportsmanship, this latest adventure is perfect for beginning readers.Curious George: Field Dayis a Level Two I Can Read! Comic, geared for kids who are comfortable with comics and can read on their own but still need a little help.

當世界被語言編織，當現實是重重鏡像，你是否曾懷疑，那些被稱為「真理」的事物，只是更深層的迷霧？【本書簡介】◎這本書不是答案，而是一把鑰匙——通往未曾設限的視野，通往文字與圖像交錯之處，那些等待被解讀的寓言。◎有人選擇順從，有人選擇質疑，而極少數的人，選擇穿越。「願慧眼獨具的目光，能看穿一切的隱喻。」◎OMG!!LRNSPAL原則看似鬆鬆軟軟，實則剛柔並濟。翻開它，讓你的目光，抵達更遼闊的世界。OMG!!LRNSPAL原則，能協助我們跳脫既有框架、反向逆轉制約、解開內在的心結與創傷、促進健康落實、深化意識、促進獨立思考，也可以帶著我們一步步活出想要的人生。在這個倉促且資訊爆炸的時代，也有助於我們把注意力重新帶回到自己生命的軸心上。O：Observation（觀察。靜下心來、單純凝視一切的過程。）M：Me & my life（我與我的生活。聚集在自己與自己的生命上。）G：Good vision（良好的願景。何不現在就啟程？別怕！沒事的！）L：Leave（離開。距離能帶來一道，更清明、且通透的目光。）R：Relax/Release（放鬆／釋放。架構鬆動後，潛藏的情感，便自然湧現出來了！）N：New（新的。讓新的想法、新的格局、新的可能性，有空間，流淌進去。）S：Stable（穩定。以內在的決心為初衷，一遍一遍把自己帶回到航線上。）P：Patience（耐心。只管溫柔優雅的維持紀律，安穩自在的走。）A：Adjust（調整。重新敞開心，請用世界的各種可能性來擁抱我吧！）L：Love（愛。將愛包覆一切的隱喻，所有過程中的一切感觸，都會因此被昇華。）◎代理經銷：白象文化更多精彩內容請見http://www.pressstore.com.tw/freereading/9786269963300.pdf

Marvel’s X-Men favorite Storm and her super-powered friends introduce early readers to the basics of extreme weather and natural disasters, from tornadoes and blizzards to earthquakes and wildfires.When lightning cracks and thunder rumbles, there is no need to fear! Marvel’s superhero Storm is near! Pairing comic book illustrations with incredible photos and nonfiction text, this leveled reader invites kids to learn about a high-interest subject alongside some of their favorite characters. Sure to excite and educate, it’s filled with striking images and fascinating facts that will blow readers away! Featuring lively text carefully vetted by expert educators, National Geographic Kids Readers have something for kids at every reading level—from pre-readers who are just getting started to fluent Level 3 readers. National Geographic’s Level 1 Readers are perfect for kids who are starting to read, and for reluctant readers. Each book also includes a hands-on activity at the end to reinforce

In the next installment of this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series, Eva and her friends meet a new art teacher!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!In this latest flaptastic story, Mrs. Featherbottom has a surprise for Eva and her classmates―a new teacher is coming to Treetop Owlementary! Right away, Eva and her friends are worried about handling a big change. What will they do without Mrs. Featherbottom? But luckily, they soon learn that Mrs. Featherbottom isn't going anywhere! The new teacher, Mr. Brushwing, will be helping out with a special art lesson where they must use their imagination! Will Eva and her friends be able to dream up the perfect art project to work

Join Thea Stilton and the Thea Sisters on an adventure packed with mystery and friendship!The Thea Sisters go to Paris!

From the Booker Prize finalist, author ofThe Island of Missing Trees, an enchanting new tale about three characters living along two great rivers, all connected by a single drop of water.• "Make place for Elif Shafak on your bookshelf [and] in your heart.You won't regret it."—Arundhati Roy, winner of the Booker PrizeIn the ancient city of Nineveh, on the bank of the River Tigris, King Ashurbanipal of Mesopotamia, erudite but ruthless, built a great library that would crumble with the end of his reign. From its ruins, however, emerged a poem, theEpic of Gilgamesh, that would infuse the existence of two rivers and bind together three lives.In 1840 London, Arthur is born beside the stinking, sewage-filled River Thames. With an abusive, alcoholic father and a mentally ill mother, Arthur’s only chance of escaping destitution is his brilliant memory. When his gift earns him a spot as an apprentice at a leading publisher, Arthur’s world opens up far beyond the slums, and one book in particula

Join Bizzy Bear and his friends at the local swimming pool this summer!Bizzy Bear is always busy and today he’s come to the local lido but he needs YOUR help to get in the pool! With sturdy mechanisms on every spread that put the reader at the heart of the action, can you get Bizzy Bear into his swimming costume and into the pool?Bizzy Bear’s adventure is told with rhyming text that children will love to join in with and guess the rhyming words. With more than thirty titles in the series, there’s a Bizzy Bear book for every occasion!Other titles to collect include:Camping TripDeepsea DiverDinosaur SafariPirate AdventureKnights CastleZoo RangerFarmyard Fun

The New York Times bestselling SUNNY series continues with Sunny trying to figure out when a boy stops being just a friend and starts being a boyfriend... and what that means for both of them.There's no question that Sunny has fun whenever she hangs out with Tony. They go to the movies together, talk a lot at school, and support each other when they need it.But are they dating?Sunny isn't sure... but her friend, Deb, is. She thinks Sunny and Tony should be doing the couples-skate at the local roller rink. And Tony should be giving Sunny his jacket to wear. And carrying her books to class.For Sunny, this doesn't feel great. It just feels... weird. Maybe she needs to stop taking everyone else's advice in order to figure things out for herself!

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Let’s read comics! I Can ReadComicsis an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.Hide & Seek with Clyde & Monique: Clyde in Plain Sightis the newest offering from comics powerhouse Graham Annable.Monique is excited to play with her best friend, Clyde! Clyde claims to be the best hider, but Monique is determined to prove him wrong in this fun seek-along game of hide and seek.Hide & Seek with Clyde and Monique: Clyde in Plain Sightis a Level Two I Can ReadComic, geared toward kids who are comfortable with comics, can read on their own, but still need a little help.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Babel and Yellowface comes an all-new, fully illustrated, hardcover Deluxe Collector’s Edition of R. F. Kuang’s The Dragon Republic, with a full-wrap illustrated jacket and black-and-white interior art by JungShan Chang throughout, plus embossed case, designed endpapers, and stenciled edges!Considered one of Time Magazine’s 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time, the second book in the beloved Poppy War Trilogy continues Rin’s epic struggle to defend her homeland at any cost.The war is over.The war has just begun.Three times throughout its history, Nikan has fought for its survival in the bloody Poppy Wars. Though the third battle has ended, the war still rages for Rin. Haunted by the atrocity she committed to save her people, the shaman and warrior is on the run from her guilt, the opium addiction that holds her like a vise, and the murderous commands of the fiery Phoenix—the vengeful god who has blessed Rin with fearsome power.While the yo

A clear and simple book to explain about body changes and sex for kids who haven't quite hit puberty yet.This is a brand-new edition, with new content and all-new artwork, of THE go-to book for children to learn the facts of life. Aimed primarily at female readers, the book includes discussion of sex and gender identity, and sexuality. Using frank but clear and friendly language and pictures, this book explains all the changes that people with female bodies can expect to experience as they enter puberty. This ranges from physical body changes and new experiences such as what periods are and how to handle them, all the way to mental and emotional challenges that come with growing older and becoming more independent.The book is aimed at readers age 10 and up, who are likely just at the very start of their own puberty journey.Material is based on the original best-seller by Sue Meredith, but with new writing and expert input from professional sex educators and gender consultants.

Peppa 和 George 要去恐龍世界探險囉！從挖掘骨頭、滑下巨龍背，到繞過沉睡的恐龍，再到奶奶和爺爺家迎接特別的驚喜，小讀者將透過磁鐵操作參與整個故事。附贈的磁鐵不僅能配合情節擺放，還能自由創造新場景，讓每次閱讀都有不同玩法。鮮豔的圖畫、簡單的文字與動手操作的樂趣，非常適合學齡前兒童，培養觀察力與創造力。It’s time to take Peppa and George on a prehistoric adventure in this roar-some magnet book. Dig for bones, make dino friends, slide down the back of an enormous dinosaur, creep past the sleeping dino, and then head to Granny and Grandpa Pig’s house for a STOMPING surprise.You can use the magnets to tell the story and make up your own exciting adventures, too!Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: Peppa's Great Dinosaur Hunt: A Lift-the-Flap BookPeppa Pig: Peppa's Dinosaur Party Picture BookPeppa Pig: Where's George's Dinosaur?: A Lift-the-Flap BookPeppa Pig is a 4-time BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown in the UK daily on Channel Five’s Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy whose days are filled with action packed activities. Along with her family and friends, Peppa learns and

走進幽暗森林，跟著小老鼠展開驚喜冒險吧！這本以《古飛樂》故事為主題的魔法水畫書，附專屬水畫筆，只需加水輕輕塗抹，經典角色與場景就會神奇浮現。畫面乾了還能重複使用，適合小手操作，讓孩子邊玩邊練習觀察力，重溫熟悉又有趣的故事世界。A fun magic painting book based on the bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo.Keep little hands busy with The Gruffalo Magic Painting. Colour in all your favourite characters and scenes from the much-loved picture book by just adding water, for mess-free fun!Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo! Join in the fun with this brilliant magic water painting activity book, based on the bestselling modern classic, The Gruffalo, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.*Brush the pictures with water to watch the colours magically appear*Wipe off excess water, then turn the page*Leave the book to dry standing upright and the colours will fade, ready to paint all over again!With a paintbrush to help develop fine motor skills and an easy to grasp carry handle, thi

All three books in theNew York Timesbestselling The Islanders middle grade series about friendship and the healing power of nature are now available together in one paperback boxed set.Eleven-year-old Jake’s life has just turned upside-down. His father was wounded in Afghanistan, and his mother is going to leave to care for him. That means Jake’s spending the summer on tiny Dewees Island with his grandmother. The island is a nature sanctuary—no cars or paved roads, no stores or restaurants. To make matters worse, Jake’s grandmother doesn’t believe in cable or the internet. Which means Jake has no cell phone, no video games...and no friends.He’s barely on the island before he befriends two other kids—Macon, another “summer kid,” and Lovie, a know-it-all who lives there and shows both Jake and Macon the ropes of life on the island. All three are struggling with their own family issues and they quickly bond, going on adventures all over Dewees Island.Their misadventures lead to community

Whether you're a lifelong cat parent, an art enthusiast, or in need of a relaxing, creative outlet, this coloring book offers something truly special.In this ultimate coloring book for cat lovers, bestselling author and illustrator Marjorie Sarnat portraysdozens of kitties in 31 sweet and chic adventures, from farm scenes to city streets. With the extraordinary care and attention to detail that is Sarnat's signature style, this volume will bring joy to all friends of felines—and make the perfect gift for cat parents everywhere.31 beautifully detailed illustrationsfeaturing cats in country and city environments.Designs by Marjorie Sarnat, known for her intricate and beloved artistic style.Perforated pagesfor easy removal, framing, or sharing of completed artwork.Single-sided illustrationsto prevent bleed-through and enhance versatility.Compatible with a variety of coloring tools, including pencils, gel pens, and markers.Perfectly themed for cat lovers, gifting occasions, and stress-reli

★ 營造睡前親子說故事溫馨柔和的氣氛，陪伴孩子進入甜美的夢鄉。★ 本書內容中英對照，親子共讀增進全方位閱讀素養。一起閱讀孩子最愛的聖經故事，享受美好的親子時光！《彩繪小聖經》文字生動易讀，圖畫色彩豐富，為孩子述說關於上帝的故事。Reading favourite Bible stories with your children is the most precious time.The stories in are told in simple language with delightful and engaging illustrations.適讀年齡：․ ３歲以上，學齡前․ 適合親子共讀本書特色：․ 本書內容中英對照，增添英語學習樂趣，培養孩子雙語能力。․ 插圖精美，色彩斑斕，更巧妙運用圖案花紋來作畫，增添畫面趣味與藝術感。․ 精心挑選20個重點故事，從上帝創造天地，到耶穌出生、地上工作及復活升天，是孩子輕鬆愉快地認識《聖經》的好幫手。

A human body book with a twist – discover the science behind the weird and unusual stuff our bodies can do from Dr Azmain Chowdhury, with illustrations from Daniel Nelson.You know your heart is always beating, your intestines digest your food, and even that your brain is still awake when you’re asleep – that’s no mystery. But why do we get "brain freeze" if we eat ice cream too quickly? And why on earth do we get butterflies in our stomach when we’re nervous? And is it true we can squirt milk from our eyes?!This book focuses on the bizarre things all of our bodies do – including things we don’t understand (looking at you, appendix). Dr Azmain also asks the burning medical questions we’ve all been wondering about:Why does coriander taste like soap to some people? How long can we stay awake for? Can our hearts actually break after a romantic break-up? (Asking for a friend).Filled with gross, surprising, and downright terrifying facts, it’s bloated with cool science to impress your friend

Created by bestselling author Camilla Reid, an interactive hide-and-seek book with tabs to push and pull, eye-catching neon details, a surprise mirror ending and an adorable animal character, Dot!From the range of joyful preschool books created by bestselling author Camilla Reid, and with distinctive and stylish illustrations by Carly Gledhill, Is Dot in the Tree? is perfect for toddlers.Little children will love sliding the easy-to-use tabs to discover where Dot is hiding, and then finding themselves in the mirror at the end.Look out for Is Dot in the House?

Discover the fascinating world of the Aztecs through 99 questions and answersWhy were the Aztecs mad for maize? What were chinampas? And did the Aztecs really make towers of skulls?! Find out the answers to all these questions and many, many more in this high-interest romp through the world of the Aztec Empire.99 Questions About... makes historical civilisations come alive with interest, humour and occasional weirdness. The core information is excellent support for curriculum topics, while the dip-in structure and light amounts of text will entice even reluctant readers who enjoy the light-hearted Horrible Histories approach to learning. The high-interest approach is complimented by a striking, two-colour design, featuring simple but eye-catching graphics.Fun reading for children aged 8 and up.

“Dr. Cohen relinquished his role as president several years ago. Even in the final months of his life, he remained engaged and active, not ready to retire. His final book, ‘Be All You Can Be and Get Ready for the Future,’ is a testament to his enduring contribution.” Minglo Shao, Co-founder of CIAM“Bill’s monthly letter always contributed thoughts that were practical and served as reminders to management artisans.”Len Kwiatkowski, Chairman, Board of Trustees, CIAM“In addition to his record of service, Bill Cohen was a mentor, interpreting the teachings of Peter Drucker by sharing anecdotes that guided his subordinates and students while instilling the values of integrity, courage and resilience.”Ron Fogleman, General, USAF. Retired 15th Chief of StaffThis book is a collection of management essays written by Dr. William A. Cohen, Major General, USAF (Ret.), in the final years of his life. Drawing on his military background, professional experience, and education under Peter F. Drucker a

Chip, the little penguin, tries to get out of swim lessons in this hilarious Level Two I Can Read Comic by Maddie Frost.Chip is starting swim school and he really isn’t looking forward to it.When Mom persuades Chip to go and watch, he bonds with new friend Lucy who has the swimmer shivers too. They enjoy themselves at the side of the pool, but when it’s time for the dance party swim—with bubbles and a disco ball—Chip and Lucy wonder if they’re missing out!Join Chip as he navigates this first-time experience with imagination and humor. This Level Two I Can Read Comics title, by Maddie Frost, is illustrated with comic panels and is perfect for children eager to read on their own.

Unleash the Power of Storytelling offers a practical roadmap to crafting and delivering more powerful, persuasive stories that you can use to get more of what you want out of your career and your life.“In this engaging, no-nonsense, and often extremely funny handbook on the craft behind great stories, Rob Biesenbach shares his own storytelling roadmap without hesitation, giving you precisely what you need to raise your business storytelling to an art form."Shonali Burke, ABC, President & CEO, Shonali Burke Consulting"There is no greater skill that will positively impact your career as much as becoming a masterful storyteller. Well-told stories have the power to teach, clarify, and inspire. Rob's experience and unique point of view makes him a go-to authority for ambitious leaders."Patricia Fripp, Past President, National Speakers Association"All the experts suggest you tell stories — but no one tells you how. That's where Unleash the Power of Storytelling comes in. Rob Biesenbach p

An official Minecraft manga adventure! Peaceful life in a perfectly constructed town bores ten-year-old Nico into mischief. Riding Creepers while they explode is fun and all, but what he really wants is to escape the blocky confines of his home and take his crafting skills on an adventure to the ends of the Overworld. Just how big is the world, anyway, and what could possibly stand in his way? Nico has set off on an adventure to the ends of the Overworld! He now has what every great adventurer needs--an adventuring party. Turns out it's good he has friends with him, because he's about to face a spider larger than his whole party combined!

Welcome toMiniTouch: On the Go! A gorgeous, giftable touch-and-feel book for little ones from birth upwards. Introduce vehicles and first words, and boost motor skills with sensory touch-and-feel fabrics.The MiniTouch series for babies aged 0–3 is packed full of developmental benefits. Fresh, stylish and playful with gently rhyming text, each book makes a beautiful addition to your child's playspace or bookshelf,forming an eye-catching collection.The content of each book covers core early learning concepts. There are two layers of learning: the first being topic-themed, such as vehicles, and the second being learning-based, such as first words. Theplayful rhyming text is perfect for engaging your childand will help develop their rhythm and rhyme as well as bringing added context to each new word.Each book in the series features a unique range of touch-and-feel areas, which are ideal for developing your child's motor skills as well as aiding sensory development. Fabrics such as corduroy

Who wants to join the marching band? EVERYONE is welcome in this energetic, anarchic adventure with artwork by award-winning Littlest Yak illustrator Kate Hindley. Kate Hindley's picture books have sold over 180,000 copies and have won awards including the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award, and Oscar's Book Prize. This band gets bigger and louder on every page! Watch out for wrecking balls on the building site, tigers roaring in the jungle and yetis on the mountain.Everyone wants to join the fun . . .even aliens in outer space! Then it's time to zoom back home, wishing everyone goodnight, one by one. Addictive rhyming text and fun repeated words. Wind-down to bedtime at the end of the story.Funny detailed scenes including a building site, a beach, a jungle and outer space. Encourages counting skills - count all 10 members of the marching band!Get ready to stomp your feet and march along in time with the band, and have lots of adventures and laughs along the way!

An exciting activity book with lots of space for fingerprinting.This colourful book is bursting with ideas for fingerprinting lots of summer fun! Create your ideal ice cream, print crabs and fish in a rock pool, decorate a surfboard and print picnic food. There's no need to buy paints or inks, just use the seven bright colours on the inkpad that are attached to the back cover to fill the space with your very own fingerprint pictures.

For bear-lovers and brave hunters everywhere, the classic chant-aloud story by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury is available for young readers as a new interactive board book with easy-to-use pull, slide and play tabs on every page.We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too?Join in all the fun of the bear hunt in this ingenious interactive board book for young readers. With super-sturdy tabs to pull, sliders to push and wheels to turn, little fingers will love playing along with the classic story of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, revealing surprises on every page. Entertaining and engaging in equal measure, children can swish swash their way through the long wavy grass; stumble trip through the forest; whirl their way through the swirling snow storm and tiptoe through the gloomy cave to find the bear! Perfect for 2- to 4-year-olds and their grown-ups everywhere.

一起跟恐龍大吼、用力踩踏、享受書中帶來的各種關於恐龍的有趣韻腳吧！和青蛙、貓咪、狗狗一起，投入滿滿的史前韻律歡樂：恐龍、猛獁象，當然還有可愛的史前青蛙大軍登場！由暢銷作家 Kes Gray 和插畫家 Jim Field 聯手打造的《Oi Frog and Friends》系列已累計熱銷超過 300 萬冊！這本押韻趣味繪本絕對可以讓小小恐龍迷們咯咯笑不停。Everyone will want to get their hands on this roaring, stomping, dino-packed new title in the award-winning, bestselling Oi Frog and Friends series.The laughter never ends with Oi Frog and Friends!Get your hands on this roaring, stomping, dino-packed new title in the award-winning, bestselling Oi Frog and Friends series!According to Frog, in dinosaur times sitting down hadn't been invented. So . . .Pterosaurs didn't sit on bendy straws?Velociraptors didn't sit on plug adaptors?And Triceratops didn't sit on lollipops?Join Frog, Cat and Dog for oodles of prehistoric rhyming fun packed with dinosaurs, mammoths and - of course - prehistoric frogs! With over 3 million copies sold across this beloved series, this hilarious new rhyming story from Kes Gray and Jim Field is the perfect picture book to share together. Gu

Created by a teacher, Bob Books have been helping children learn to read for more than forty years! This set gives children who are just beginning to read practice with their early phonics skills, setting them up for success on their reading journeys!With playful stories, silly illustrations, and a phonics approach based on Science of Reading research, Bob Books keep young readers'' confidence high, leading to continued success and a love of reading. Your child will soon join the millions of happy kids who say, "I read the whole book!"®Science of Reading research proves that mastering phonics is key to a child''s success in learning to read. Like all Stage 1 Bob Books, these 12 storybooks feature simple words with consistent short vowel sounds. Early readers get lots of practice with foundational phonics skills while giggling at the playful stories and pictures!This set is perfect for children who have never read Bob Books, or for children who have read Bob Books Beginning Readers or B

‘Joyful and truly original’ – Katherine Rundell, author of Impossible CreaturesWARNING: DO NOT JUMP ON THIS BOOK!Have you ever jumped on a book? Perhaps not. Most people would think it was a rather unusual thing to do. Ten-year-old Mayowa has always thought that her Grandpa Edward, who dyes his beard emerald green and jumps on books in private, is rather unusual too.Until one day she jumps on a book for herself, and uncovers a huge family secret …Mayowa can book jump. By jumping on a book, she can harness the emotions inside it and channel them directly into other people. And when the opportunity to use her power to save the lives of countless refugees presents itself, Mayowa wants to jump in with both feet.But Mayowa and her grandpa aren’t the only book jumpers in existence. And not everybody wants to use this power for good …The first title in a dazzlingly imaginative adventure trilogy about one girl's power to change the world through the magic of book-jumping. Brimming with heart,

Step into Nikki Maxwell's aDORKable world this summer with the BRAND NEW ADVENTURE in the mega-selling Dork Diaries series – now with over 60 million copies in print worldwide! Lately, Nikki’s little sister has been a TOTAL BRAT! But while Brianna is busy raiding her closet and taping a HIDEOUS drawing of Nikki on her bedroom door, Nikki has more important things to think out. It’s the end of summer and she has only 72 hours to completely reinvent herself before starting at Westchester Prep… SQUEEEEEEE!! Nikki is determined to be the COOLEST, CUTEST, SMARTEST, MOST INTRIGUING girl at school. But when disaster strikes and Brianna gets hold of Nikki’s most cherished items… her phone AND her diary, her world is turned upside down.Will an unexpected emergency ruin Nikki’s fabulous start to the new school year or, worse, ruin her relationship with wacky BFFs, Chloe and Zoey, and cute crush Brandon? With a HUGE global fanbase, Dork Diaries is the perfect series for fans of Lottie Brooks, Dia

The second book in the absurdly funny Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody series by multi-award-winning author Patrick Ness.When Daniel arrives at the school bus stop sporting a salmon-coloured hat, Zeke is shocked. Don’t only birds wear hats? As if this isn’t strange enough, the school suddenly has a new student – a fish of all things – and a mysterious new Guidance Counsellor. Meanwhile, Zeke’s friends seem to have ditched him, and even his old nemesis won't give him the time of day. So when somebody melts his house with the Death Ray of Death – twice – Zeke has had enough. Just who is sabotaging his life – and why?

本書以英國海邊小鎮的中餐外賣店為舞台，描寫Felix與朋友Isaac的第一次偵探行動。從店裡怪事頻傳，到發現一枚神秘銅幣、牽出古老的香港連結，故事不僅有懸疑與幽默，也細膩描寫孩子在友情與競爭中成長的心情。畫風溫暖、節奏明快，是兼具趣味與文化探索的中階小說。Mystery with a side order of friendship!The first in this cosy crime middle-grade series set in a Chinese takeaway, created in partnership with Storymix and author Lui Sit. With black-and-white internal artwork.Felix and his best friend Isaac love mysteries – chasing clues, identifying suspects, catching criminals – they can’t wait to open their own detective agency. So when Felix’s parents’ Lucky House takeaway is cursed with a spate of bad luck, Felix is determined to find the culprit.The boys’ investigations lead them to a clue: an ancient coin with a square hole at its centre. Could this lead them to secret treasure? (Un) fortunately, ‘Nosy’ Nina Ding, Felix’s sworn enemy, may have the answers. While volunteering at the local museum, Nina spotted an old Chinese jewellery box with an indentation in the same shape as the mysterious coin. Does Leighton-on-Sea

THE INTOXICATING INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER ABOUT LOVE, COOKING AND MAGIC. PERFECT FOR FANS OF JOANNE HARRIS AND ISABEL ALLENDE.''This magical, mythical, moving story of love, sacrifice and summering sensuality is something I will savour for a long time'' MAUREEN LIPMANLike Water For Chocolate tells the captivating story of the De la Garza family. As the youngest daughter, Tita is forbidden by Mexican tradition to marry. Instead, she pours all of her emotions into her delicious recipes, which she shares with readers along the way. When Tita falls in love with Pedro, he is seduced by the magical food she cooks. Unfortunately, he''s married to her sister...Filled with recipes, longing and bittersweet humour, this charming story of one family''s life in turn-of-the-century Mexico has captivated readers all over the world and was made into an award-winning film.''A joy... Has an energetic charm that''s quite impossible to resist'' LITERARY REVIEW''An epic love story with recipes and a sprink