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Support students' phonetic development as they practice key first grade phonics skills. Focus on phonics with fun and engaging activity pages that are research based and support current standards. Thi

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DK's award winning Eyewitness Video series, now on DVD! Life goes back billions of years to the bubbling cauldron of the early Earth and life's primitive beginnings, chronicling the development of org

Exploring Traditional Chinese Festivals in China traces the history and development of various festivals celebrated in China. Many of these festivals have evolved into modern variations practiced in p

本書前三章是建築設計繪圖技巧的基礎，同時也提供了二度與三次空間繪圖的基本結構。其後五章，Orthorgraphic and Paraline Drawing、Representational Sketching、Linear Perspective Drawing、Perspective View Development與Light、Shade、and Shadow則是建立圖溝通的重要部分。 徒

Pete the Cat Big Lunch Card Game TinSandwich Stacking Fun​Pete the Cat is the coolest cat ever! Based on the best-selling book series, our Pete the Cat games introduce kids to simple learning concepts wrapped up in fun games. Kids develop color recognition, counting and decision-making skills. Keep on movin' and groovin' with Pete the Cat.​In Big Lunch Card Game, kids collect different cards to create a giant groovy sandwich using different colored food cards to win.​Reinforces color recognition and collaborative playFeatures characters and images from Pete's Big LunchContents:34 Food Cards18 Action CardsInstructionsPlayers: 2 to 4Ages: 4 and up

Play cubby with Bluey and Bingo in this board book with flaps.Bluey and Bingo are building a cubby for their toy, Kimjim. It includes an art room, a library and even an alpaca farm. Soon it’s so big, it’s easy to get lost in! What will Bluey and Bingo do when Kimjim goes missing? Lift the flaps in this board book to help find Kimjim!“It’s too many rooms!”Join Bluey and Bingo in this colourful board book with flaps and get lost in the cubby!Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: GrandadBluey: Hide and SeekBluey: The WeekendBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It’s currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun collection of story, activity and novelty books that celebrate play.

Draw, stick, find, smell, colour, rip, dip, roll, throw and make . . . go outside, play, and get back to nature with National Trust: Rewild This Book!An interactive activity book with a difference, Rewild This Book encourages creative, messy play out in nature.What happens if you dip a page of this book in a puddle or roll the book down the hill? Can you turn mud into mud creatures or make a masterpiece using only a twig? Try, create and see what happens!There are over 60 activities and prompts to help spark your imagination - and remember, you can't rewild this book without getting a little bit WILD!Explore more interactive books from our publishing partnership with the National Trust today!National Trust: Where's Mrs Bee? (for ages 0-2 years)National Trust: Wonder World: Earth (for ages 2-5 years)National Trust: Butterfly Skies (for ages 5-7 years)National Trust: Blossom Origami (for ages 9+)

Ren's quest to dismantle Kathor's corrupt system comes to a head as political machinations and a mysterious disease take hold of the city in this edge-of-your-seat conclusion to the "pulse-pounding" (Publishers Weekly, on A Door in the Dark) New York Times bestselling Waxways series. After taking control of House Brood, Ren and Theo dreamed of using their newfound influence to change the rest of Kathor, but now they find their efforts being countered by the other great houses, who have no interest in a world where they enjoy less power. No one understands that better than the Tin'Vori siblings. The return of their ancestral home was a decade in the making, but they're eager to keep rising from the ashes. Nevelyn begins researching House Brood--and ends up face-to-face with an enemy that's already slouching toward the gates of the city. The one enemy no one can avoid: a plague. The victims experience strange bruising, an unquenchable thirst, and a temporary disruption in magic. When doc

臨床療效是醫學的生命。離開臨床無醫學。了解醫學之演變與應用，對於臨床診療的實際，將有更深入的理解。 本書《臨床與基礎醫學交會之今昔》，由陳麒方、皮國立兩位教授學者主編，共收錄8篇文章以及1篇中醫臨床醫學雜誌論文總清單。文章作者群涵蓋醫藥衛生領域16位專家學者，文章主題包含：中醫癌症診治分析、婦幼醫學孕產用藥與轉骨探討、台灣系統化醫療肇始（日本時代的醫生免許規則等）、傳統醫藥領域的新技術肌筋膜脈學治療及其醫案、醫學書翻譯的研討等。另有目前發行時間最長的台灣中醫藥期刊《中臨醫誌》論文總清單920篇完整書目。本書對臨床醫學以及基礎醫學從治療、藥品、醫學演變、技術、文化發展等面向，都有論述，是一部相當有意義的中醫學術書。 This book ""On the Interaction of Clinical and Basic Medicine"" is edited by two scholars, Prof./Dr. CHEN Chi-Fang and Prof. PI Kuo-Li. It contains a total of 8 articles and a comprehensive list of articles in Taiwan Journal of Clinical Chinese Medicine (TJCCM). Group of the article covers 16 experts and scholars in the field of health from whole Taiwan. The topics of the article including: Exploring the Relationship between Dysfunction of the Four Major Functions of the Human Body from the Perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the Occurrence of Cancer, Research on the Safety of CM usage during Pregnancy, Development of CM Bone-Strengthening Formulae, Japanese-Ruled

Keep your eyes peeled for the kiddos! Spot Bluey in the collapsed cubby and join the search for Bingo and Coco at the chemist! Reckon you can help the grannies find the hidden bargains at the garage sale?With 14 terrific scenes and over 180 items to spot, it’s packed full of search-and-find fun!Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: Where's Bluey?: A Search-and-Find BookBluey: Where’s Bluey at Christmas?: A Search-and-Find BookBluey: Where’s the Easter Egg?: A Shaped Tabbed Board BookBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It’s currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun collection of story, activity and novelty books that celebrate play.

在團隊推動敏捷，卻總覺得哪裡怪怪的？ 不是你不夠努力、也不是團隊不配合，而是你需要正確的實踐知識！ 導入敏捷流程，成效卻不明顯？ 試試「循序導入」的實踐建議 開發期待不一、合作卡卡？ 看看怎麼建立團隊共識 技術實踐只靠直覺？ 系統性解說技術實踐知識×具體案例，用科學化推進開發進度！ 本書一次收錄116種團隊實踐手法，從開發、測試、自動化部署到跨部門合作，提供最具實戰溫度的敏捷導入經驗談！透過漫畫情境，分享如何依實際需求選擇適合的技術方法，避免團隊誤將實踐本身視為目標而忘了最初的目的，協助團隊達成有效的合作。 ? 橫跨全流程的116種實踐手法，從開發現場到維運支援全面覆蓋 ? 漫畫×實例×技術建議，輕鬆理解又能快速上手 ? 根據情境分類手法，讓你找得到、用得上、推得動 ? 由資深敏捷教練團隊聯手打造，讓團隊取得亮麗成果不再是空談！ ? 適合工程師、Scrum Master、PM、技術主管，或任何希望打造「行得通的敏捷」的你！ ---------------------------------------------------------------- 在團隊進行敏捷開發時，善用各項開發技術及工具等『技術實踐』至關重要。 唯有充分理解每項實踐的目的與功用才能發揮效果。 可是，在狀況瞬息萬變的開發過程中，有不少團隊卻往往忘記最初的目的，將實踐本身誤當成了最終目標。 本書作者在敏捷開發的團隊與組織中累積了豐富的實戰經驗，並將這些寶貴經驗整理成為這本實踐指南。 這本書以虛構的開發情境為基礎，透過漫畫形式，簡單明瞭地解說如何根據實際狀況選擇、運用有效的實踐方法。 ．採取敏捷開發卻未見預期效果 ．希望深入了解技術實踐的背景與目的 ．不確定如何根據情況選擇並導入合適的實踐 ．雖然展開實踐，卻無法確定當前作法是否適當 如果您的團隊面臨上述困擾，本書將成為協助您導入、優化技術實踐，並提供具體應用途徑的指南。

Technology is everywhere these days. It's how we entertain ourselves, communicate, do work, and even order food and clothes. How can tech-savvy teens stay safe and protect themselves online? With relevant tips and topics in a Q&A format, this hi-lo series provides middle graders and high schoolers with the basics needed be a smart consumer of media and technology. What is artificial intelligence and how does it work? With relevant tips and resources on this timely topic, tech-savvy teens learn how businesses and everyday people are using AI as a tool, including pros and cons and how AI may be utilized in the future. A question-and-answer format, plus chapters designed to be read in any order, allow middle graders and high schoolers to easily search and find the information they are looking for to become smart consumers of media and technology. A hi-lo reading format pairs easy-to-read, insightful text with a stylish layout to keep readers informed and engaged. Includes a table of c

本書是《金魚男孩》作者莉莎・湯普森深受喜愛的人物再登場，帶來一段關於謎團與友誼的感人故事。梅樂蒂在墓園的一角發現一間被遺忘的小屋，還有一位神秘的少年藏身其中。對方自稱是見習間諜，正在監視一名當地罪犯。但這一切聽起來太不可思議，於是梅樂蒂與朋友馬修、傑克開始調查真相。在追查過程中，孩子們不只發現隱藏的祕密，也一步步學習什麼是信任、勇氣，和面對現實的力量。一部結合懸疑與情感的成長小說，適合喜歡解謎與思考的中高年級讀者，是一趟令人難忘的閱讀旅程。Return to the wonderful characters of beloved, bestselling, award-winning The Goldfish Boy, one of the most talked-about debut children's books of recent years. The Magpie Riddle was previously published as The Graveyard Riddle. Melody Bird has discovered an old abandoned house in the corner of the graveyard, and a mysterious boy hiding out there...Hal tells her that he's a spy-in-training, using the house as a base for his undercover surveillance of a known local criminal. Her friends Matthew and Jake don't believe that a teenager would be entrusted with this mission and turn the tables to spy on him, uncovering secrets and unravelling a mystery as they go. A clever, very moving mystery for young readers to help solve "One of our most inventive writers for children"

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.

Return to the opulent world of Elfhame, filled with intrigue, betrayal, and dangerous desires, with the first book of the #1 New York Times bestselling duology from Holly Black. A runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both. Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There, she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge. Suren, child queen of the Court of Teeth, and the one person with power over her mother, fled to the human world. There, she lives feral in the woods. Lonely, and still haunted by the merciless torments she endured in the Court of Teeth, she bides her time by releasing mortals from foolish bargains. She believes herself forgotten until the storm hag, Bogdana chases her through the night streets. Suren is saved by none other than Prince Oak, heir to Elfhame, to whom she w

Jeffrey Brown brings his irresistible comic spin to the X-Men, one of the most beloved and popular teams of the Marvel Universe.Welcome to Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, where Professor X has his hands full supervising an unruly gaggle of elementary school aged mutants! From the creator of Thor and Loki: Midgard Family Mayhem and the bestselling Darth Vader and Son series, this fun collection sees Wolverine using his claws to roast marshmallows, Nightcrawler playing teleport tag, Danger Room practice hijinks, babysitting duty with the New Mutants, Magneto as a surprise substitute teacher, young Cyclops and Phoenix as sweethearts, Sentinels turned into playground equipment, and much more. Full of warm humor and inside jokes hatched from true fandom, Jeffrey Brown’s adorable interpretations of a classic era for the team will delight fans of all ages.© 2024 MARVELPerfect for:Kids and grown-up Marvel fans alikeFamilies who enjoy sharing funny booksSchool libraries and teacher appre

台灣推理小説的發展，具有與台灣文學史相同共存的現代性特質。台灣的推理小説，從日治時期開始至今，不論是理論或創作，都深受日本的影響，尤其是關於「本格」的探索。關於台灣推理小説的發展和流派，陳國偉教授屢有論述。為這一專輯而寫的導言，簡要概述之外，推陳出新，提出台灣推理小説作爲「文學現代性的起點」的新觀點，將上世紀六〇年代台灣現代主義風潮，提前到日治時期引進偵探小説的19世紀後半，當台灣第一部偵探小説於1898年1月7日首次出現之時。The development of Taiwan’s mystery novels shares modernist characteristics and co-exists with the mainstream history of Tai-wan literature. Taiwan’s mystery novels, from the Japanese colonial period to the present, have been deeply influenced by Japan, both in theory and creation, especially in the exploration of so-called “original style.” Professor Kuo-wei Chen has discussed the development and genre of mystery novels in Taiwan in different fora. The introduction written for this issue, in addition to including a brief overview, breaks new ground and puts forward a new perspective on Taiwanese mystery novels as “the starting point of literary modernity.” He argues that the origins of Taiwanese modernism should be found not in the 1960s but with the introduction of detect

《語言小史》由國際知名語言學家大衛・克里斯多撰寫，以輕鬆易懂的筆調，帶領讀者從嬰兒發聲、語言起源到網路用語與表情符號，深入探索語言的演變與魅力。全書篇幅短小、主題豐富，適合語文教學延伸閱讀，也是對語言有興趣讀者的入門之選，啟發我們重新思考日常溝通的本質與價值。A lively journey through the story of language, from an infant's first word to the languages of the internetLanguage never leaves you alone. It’s there in your head, helping you think. It’s there to help you make relationships – and to break them. It’s there to remind you who you are and where you come from.From the first words of an infant to texting and emojis, languages are full of mysteries and quirks. In this entertaining book, renowned author David Crystal sheds light on the development of unique linguistic styles, the origins of obscure accents, and the search for the first written word.Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds---------------------"Demotic, lively, rigorous but unabashedly unpedantic David Crystal remind[s] us that living languages know no boundaries, that they adapt themselves joyously to new conditions. Here he indulges

小小的改變，也能讓世界更美好。《Small Steps, Big Change》以簡單語言與俏皮插畫，引導孩子從日常生活出發：用舊襪子做偶、節水、關心海洋……這些看似微不足道的行動，其實正是永續未來的起點。靈感來自聯合國永續發展目標，是一本適合親子共讀、幫助孩子理解環境與社會責任的指南。A book on sustainable living, inspired by The Sustainable Development Goals (formulated by the United Nations). Small Steps, Big Change explores small, everyday goals kids can aim for to engender positive change in our world. With a simple, upbeat language that children will understand, and illustrated in a bold and quirky style by James Jones (One More Try, The Perfect Fit), this is the ideal guide to inspire children to help build a better tomorrow.From making puppets out of old socks, to spreading kindness and protecting our oceans, kids will love getting involved in all the ways we can make a difference to the world. Just like other books about climate change and environmentalism for kids such as Thank You, Earth by April Pulley Sayre, What a Waste by Jess French and Somebody Swallowed Stanley by Sarah Roberts and Hannah Peck, Small Steps,

This hands-on (and marker-on!) curriculum-based workbook provides reinforcement, practice, and review opportunities of foundational pre-math and pre-reading concepts plus motor skill work for the youngest learners. The ultimate write and erase workbook, with tons of curriculum-based activities and exercises focusing on letters, numbers, colors, and shapes. Includes a removable double sided white board and dry erase marker (attached in spiral binding). It's fun to be smart! From the brand that's loved by kids, teacher approved, and parent trusted, Brain Quest Write and Erase: Preschool Skills is packed with hands-on activities that introduce and reinforce concepts students need to prepare for school. Bonus questions on each page extend the learning and give parents ample opportunities for engaging conversations and language development. Aligned with early learning standards and expertly vetted by award-winning teachers, each page is designed to set students and parents

Jess和Nat原本是無話不談的好朋友，直到新同學Amelia出現，一切全變了。被排擠的Jess決定靠她的祕密武器──一枝鉛筆與滿滿的幽默感，反擊校園惡霸。這是一段關於友情、失落與勇氣的爆笑旅程，完美呈現少女心事與轉變。The first book in the hilarious Jess Jackson series from much-loved author and comedian Catherine Wilkins, with a new cover illustrated by Katie Abey - perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks!JESS and NAT are best friends. They've had some of the most HILARIOUS times ever and nothing can change that, not even the arrival of NEW GIRL, Amelia. Except it changes EVERYTHING.Amelia is MEAN, and soon she and Natalie behave as if Jess doesn't exist. But Jess has a plan, and a SECRET WEAPON - her HB pencil... A funny, relatable story that will touch a nerve with everyone who reads it as Jess Jackson takes on the mean girl at school, using only her pencil and her sense of humour, and makes all new friends along the way.Look out for these the laugh-out-loud funny books by Catherine Wilkins: Café Chaos: My Family Is Not a Piece of Cake You're Not the Boss of Me! (WINNER Lollies 2024, Teen) My B

PULITZER PRIZE WINNER • #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • A brilliant, action-packed reimagining of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, both harrowing and darkly humorous, told from the enslaved Jim's point of viewNATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FINALIST • ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW'S 10 BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR • SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE • KIRKUS PRIZE WINNER • A LOS ANGELES TIMES BEST FICTION BOOK OF THE LAST 30 YEARSIn development as a feature film to be produced by Steven Spielberg • A Best Book of the Year: The New York Times Book Review, LA Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic, The Economist, TIME, and more."Genius"—The Atlantic • "A masterpiece that will help redefine one of the classics of American literature, while also being a major achievement on its own."—Chicago Tribune • "A provocative, enlightening literary work of art."—The Boston Globe • "Everett’s most thrilling novel, but also his most soulful."—The New York TimesWhen Jim over

A hilarious novelty book about a quick-thinking child and a soft-hearted beast, with funny letters and comically disgusting recipes to open.Beast has found a tasty dinner, and he's written to all his friends to invite them to a feast. Unfortunately, Dinner is a child who very much does not want to be eaten. As Beast's friends send their instructions for cooking Dinner, is there any way Dinner can convince Beast to change his menu? A vibrant and charming interactive book with hilarious letters to open.PRAISE FOR BEAST FEAST"Letter-flaps to lift, delicious and disgusting dishes, and the development of an unlikely friendship combine to create a riotous picture book party." The Guardian Review"This contribution to the genre, with RSVPs from Sir Gutguzzler and co, is a hoot. Independent readers should also enjoy the gruesome recipes on the endsheets." The Observer"Those dreading seasonal overindulgence can enjoy Emma Yarlett’s deliciously funny, brightly comic Beast Feast, in which a child

Adèle迎來人生轉變：第一次月經讓她獲得與幽靈溝通的能力，也揭開家族中不為人知的祕密。她本想平靜度過假期，卻因此展開一段穿越城市、認識幽靈、也重新看見自己的旅程。本書幽默之中帶著真誠，探索青春、文化與身分，是一部感性與奇幻交織的圖像小說。A Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List SelectionIn this hilarious and heartwarming graphic novel, a young girl's first period brings an unexpected gift: the ability to see ghosts! As she meets these spectral visitors, she uncovers her family's secret lineage of mediums, while learning about the power of compassion and community.Adèle just wants to spend her winter break at the library, cozied up with her favorite books, and completely forgetting abut her friends who are all traveling to warmer climates. Unfortunately, life has other plans...not only does Adèle get her first period...but she learns she comes from a long line of mediums!And if seeing ghosts wasn't enough of a surprise, Adèle learns that not only can she interact with them, but apparently, they've been using her sister's car to get around the city for years! When the ghosts won't leave her alone Ad

Funniest children’s graphic novel of 2024 for readers aged 5+ in the much-loved Narwhal & Jelly series!Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do love waffles, parties and adventures.In the hilarious ninth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series, Narwhal's sweet tooth leads to some very funny feelings!Dive into four new stories so sweet they'll make your teeth tingle!Everyone knows that Narwhal is a big fan of sugary treats — but Jelly is shocked when Narwhal's tusk-tooth isn't looking so pearly white anymore and is feeling a little funny.It turns out, Narwhal has been using it as a "snack saver"! Thankfully, no one knows more about dental hygiene than Shark — she has seven rows of teeth, after all!Meanwhile, Jelly and Crab try to show Narwhal that it's fine to frown if you're feeling down. Can Narwhal's friends convince the happiest creature in the ocean that it's okay to have a bad day?

各章節主題如下：第一章至第三章：全球環境困境、永續發展議題之緣起、願景與脈絡，以及永續發展目標。第四章至第六章：永續發展之環境議題（氣候議題、生態保育與環境污染及生產與消費）。第七章至第九章：永續發展之社會議題（貧窮、飢餓與教育、健康醫療、性別平等與多元共融）。第十章至第十二章：永續發展之經濟議題（就業與經濟、工業與創新、能資源使用）。第十三章至第十四章：永續發展之治理議題（和平與正義、全球夥伴關係）。第十五章：結論──挑戰與展望。本書特色自工業革命以來，由於社會發展所導致的全球暖化及氣候變遷問題，已成為人類存續的關鍵議題。為面對全球性的氣候危機與永續浪潮，聯合國提出了「永續發展目標」(Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs)，訂定世界各國推動全球永續發展的努力目標。我國亦根據國內現況及需求，配合提出「2050淨零排放」，宣示推動永續發展的決心，希望藉由政府、企業、民眾團結合作，共同努力翻轉目前的困境。台灣永續能源基金會多年來關注聯合國永續發展目標之氣候變遷、永續能源、生物多樣性等核心議題，期望藉由本書能強化國內產業針對永續能源相關議題之關切，使大專院校學生增進認識能源永續發展的概念，共同為推動永續能源研究之發展貢獻心力。

The GNH ideology of Bhutan acts as a catalyst for happiness, challenging the dominant paradigm of economic development as the sole metric of progress and prompting individuals to reassess the true essence of happiness in life. It calls upon governments to integrate happiness into policy planning. We believe that Bhutan's Gross National Happiness concept is not only relevant to Bhutan but also serves as an important reference for every country and the entire world to pursue happiness and well-being.Moving ahead, there is anticipation that alongside national happiness indices, a collective "Gross Earth Happiness" index could emerge, enhancing the overall well-being of humanity and nurturing a more harmonious cosmic civilization within the galaxy!不丹的GNH思想，宛如幸福的火種，改變人類以經濟為發展單一量尺的價值觀，啟發人們重新省思生命的幸福，促使政府將幸福納入政策規劃。我們認為不丹的國家幸福力思想，不只針對不丹，更能作為世界上的每一個國家及全體地球創發幸福的重要參考。期待在未來，除了各國的幸福力，更能成全地球加總的「地球幸福力」，形成整體文明的幸福指數，在銀河中創造更美好的宇宙文明！

In this thrilling conclusion to the Book of Tea YA duology, a young tea-maker may be the only one who can stop an evil darkness from spreading throughout her homeland.A great evil has come to the kingdom of Dàxi. The Banished Prince has returned to seize power, his rise to the dragon throne aided by the mass poisonings that have kept the people bound in fear and distrust.Ning, a young but powerful shénnóng-shi—a wielder of magic using the ancient and delicate art of tea-making—has escorted Princess Zhen into exile. Joining them is the princess's loyal bodyguard Ruyi and Ning's newly healed sister, Shu. Together the four young women travel throughout the kingdom in search of allies to help take back Zhen's rightful throne.But the golden serpent still haunts Ning's nightmares with visions of war. An evil far more ancient than the petty conflicts of men has awoken, and all the magic in the land may not be enough to stop it.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From world-renowned historian and philosopher Yuval Noah Harari, the bestselling author of Sapiens, comes an exciting, illustrated book for middle school readers that looks at the early history of humankind. A New York Times Best Book of the Year"Gripping and thought-provoking." --The New York TimesEven though we'll never outrun a hungry lion or outswim an angry shark, humans are pretty impressive--and we're the most dominant species on the planet. So how exactly did we become "unstoppable"? The answer to that is one of the strangest tales you'll ever hear. And it's a true story! From learning to make fire and using the stars as guides to cooking meals in microwaves and landing on the moon, prepare to uncover the secrets and superpowers of how we evolved from our first appearances on Earth millions of years ago. Acclaimed author Yuval Noah Harari has expertly crafted an extraordinary story of how humans learned to not only survive but also thrive on Earth, c

A runaway queen. A reluctant prince. And a quest that may destroy them both.Eight years have passed since the Battle of the Serpent. But in the icy north, Lady Nore of the Court of Teeth has reclaimed the Ice Needle Citadel. There she is using an ancient relic to create monsters of stick and snow who will do her bidding and exact her revenge.Suren, child queen of the Court of Teeth, and the one person with power over her mother, fled to the human world, where she lives feral in the woods. Lonely, and still haunted by the merciless torments she endured in the Court of Teeth, she bides her time by releasing mortals from foolish bargains. She believes herself forgotten until the storm hag Bogdana chases her through the night streets.Suren is saved by none other than Prince Oak, heir to Elfhame, to whom she was once promised in marriage and who she has resented for years. Now seventeen, Oak is charming, beautiful and manipulative. He's on a mission that will lead him into the north, and he

美樂蒂是個勤奮的好學生。每個人都認為她在即將到來的考試中會表現得很好，但每天晚上考試前，一個巨大的考試怪物都會出現在她的噩夢中！美樂蒂能否應對自如，還是注定會一再失敗？《我很健康》系列由兒童圖畫書組成，旨在解決當今兒童面臨的緊迫問題，正如新加坡心理健康研究所兒童指導診所的醫療保健專業人員所指出的那樣。每本書都藉鑒了精神科醫生、心理學家和諮商師的經驗，他們為無數兒童提供了從數位成癮到飲食失調等各種問題的諮商。每本書都採用基於故事的方法，包含一個相關的故事，幫助孩子更了解自己，並能夠採取實際步驟來成長、發展和改變。這些書可供學校的教育工作者、諮詢課程中的輔導員和醫生以及幫助孩子應對情緒和掙扎的父母使用。在本系列中：引人入勝的基於故事的方法由經驗豐富的專家撰寫包括給家長和教育工作者的提示和建議Melody is a good and hardworking student. Everyone thinks she will do just fine in her upcoming exams, but each night before an exam, a mega exam monster visits her nightmares! Can Melody cope, or is she doomed to fail again and again?The I Am Healthy series comprises children's picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using

溫柔和仁慈的規則在 Leo利奧 和 Layla萊拉 的家庭中發揮著重要作用。但有一天，利奧和萊拉的媽媽和爸爸開始違反這些規則。利奧和萊拉會做什麼？誰能幫助他們再次感到安全？《我很健康》系列由兒童圖畫書組成，旨在解決當今兒童面臨的緊迫問題，正如新加坡心理健康研究所兒童指導診所的醫療保健專業人員所指出的那樣。每本書都藉鑒了精神科醫生、心理學家和諮商師的經驗，他們為無數兒童提供了從數位成癮到飲食失調等各種問題的諮商。每本書都採用基於故事的方法，包含一個相關的故事，幫助孩子更了解自己，並能夠採取實際步驟來成長、發展和改變。這些書可供學校的教育工作者、諮詢課程中的輔導員和醫生以及幫助孩子應對情緒和掙扎的父母使用。在本系列中：引人入勝的基於故事的方法由經驗豐富的專家撰寫包括給家長和教育工作者的提示和建議Rules of gentleness and kindness play an important role in Leo and Layla's family. But one day, Leo and Layla's Mummy and Daddy start breaking these rules. What will Leo and Layla do? Who will help them feel safe again?The I Am Healthy series comprises children's picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based

Hong Bao''s father is the biggest hippo in the clan. Her entire family is heavily built, with rounded trunks and thick limbs. Fed up with being so large, Hong Bao decides to go on a diet. As she strives to achieve her ideal body shape, Hong Bao learns that losing too much weight can lead to many undesirable consequences. With the help of her family and friends, can she learn to accept and love herself just the way she is?The I Am Healthy series comprises children''s picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based approach, each book contains a relatable story that will help children understand themselves better, and be able to take practical steps to gr

Cleo and Chad are twins who have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Cleo needs to repeatedly clean herself, while Chad needs to repeatedly check his things. But this is getting in the way of everyday life! Can they overcome their compulsions and get better?The I Am Healthy series comprises children''s picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based approach, each book contains a relatable story that will help children understand themselves better, and be able to take practical steps to grow, develop and change. These books can be used by educators in schools, by counsellors and doctors in counselling sessions, and by parents who are helping their chil

When Wilson receives a laptop to help with his schoolwork, he''s obsessed! The Internet is an amazing place. In seconds, he can find answers to any question he asks. But soon, the screen becomes too all-consuming and Wilson doesn''t spend any time off of it! It''s almost like he isn''t there anymore. Can Wilson go back to life before screens?The I Am Healthy series comprises children''s picture books that tackle pressing issues facing children today, as identified by healthcare professionals from the Child Guidance Clinic, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore. Each book draws from the experiences of psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors who have counselled countless children regarding everything from digital addiction to eating disorders. Using a story-based approach, each book contains a relatable story that will help children understand themselves better, and be able to take practical steps to grow, develop and change. These books can be used by educators in schools, by couns

The best dog-walkers in town are back in the third book of this heartwarming graphic novel series that is the Baby-Sitters Club for pets! Perfect for fans of Real Friends and Allergic! The holidays have arrived for the PAWS team! And the girls are about to discover that not all surprises are necessarily good ones....Gabby's parents finally get her a cell phone for Christmas, but instead of only using it for emergencies, she soon gets swept up in posting about PAWS online. And when one of her cute doggo videos goes viral, she becomes obsessed with becoming internet famous. Meanwhile, Priya receives some awful news: her family is being evicted! And although their new home is in a nice neighborhood ripe with possibilities, it's also all the way across town, so Priya is reluctant to give the change a chance. Instead, she resorts to long rides on the bus to her old school so she can continue being a part of PAWS with her friends. But when a big storm hits, burying the city in snow, the girl

★ 互動漫畫，顛覆閱讀體驗★ 中年級讀者最愛冒險＋解謎元素★ 每次閱讀都能探索不同結局《Adventuregame Comics》系列第二彈《The Beyond》，帶領讀者進入一場關於「來世」的奇想實驗。故事一開始，你已身處某種未知的死後世界。沒有說明、沒有提示，只有空間與選擇。透過精巧設計的連接管道與分歧路線，讀者從格子跳到格子，親手決定角色行動與劇情方向。每個選擇都可能帶來截然不同的結果——逃脫成功、陷入循環，或發現隱藏真相。作者Jason Shiga以擅長的數學迷宮與非線性敘事技巧，打造出充滿「如果……會怎樣？」的閱讀宇宙。首集《Leviathan》曾入選《紐約時報》禮物書單並獲多家星級評論，本作更進一步擴張想像疆界。Kirkus書評：「機智假設與閱讀謎題的最佳解答，就在這裡。」這是一部真正讓孩子「動起來」的漫畫。Make decisions and pick your path to the perfect afterlife in this new addition to the innovative, interactive graphic novel series from the award-winning creator of Meanwhile Adventuregame Comics is a new series of interactive graphic novels in the vein of Jason Shiga's hit graphic novel Meanwhile. Readers follow the story from panel to panel, using tubes that connect them, and sometimes the path will split, giving readers the chance to choose how the story unfolds. The Beyond takes place in some sort of afterlife. You don't know much when you begin, save that you're dead and that you've ended up in a room that includes a doo

軟體開發者、設計者、管理者，以及常與這些人打交道的其他人等(不知是有幸還是不幸)，大家三不五時總會遇到的各種有趣問題。 榮獲2005 JOLT生產力獎 「Spolsky真的很懂呀！」 ―Thomas Duff 失敗的軟體專案，實在太多了！有些團隊花了太長時間去製作產品；有些團隊製作的產品根本沒人要；有些團隊甚至連產品都做不出來！軟體開發者似乎太常花力氣去重新包裝一些失敗的舊想法，或是太常提出一些沒有用的新想法。結果我們一次又一次看到的是，新浪不斷推舊浪，舊浪死在沙灘上。 大家只聽到各種重複的口號：「我們有架構！哦不，我們有物件導向！哦不，我們既統一又敏捷！」遺憾的是，結局都一樣，寫程式的人依然很不快樂，甚至怨恨自己寫程式的每一分鐘；開發團隊依然不懂得如何打造成功的軟體。這實在太扯了！你能想像嗎？這就好像一群木匠想製作家具，卻連螺絲都沒聽過，只知道用釘子，卻又不會用鐵錘，最後只好拿著踢踏舞鞋，硬是把釘子敲進木頭中。我們真的很需要有個人，來撥開層層迷霧，讓大家看個明白。 有人曾說過，作家的任務就是「把大家熟悉的東西變成新的東西；把新的東西變成大家熟悉的東西」。多年來，Joel Spolsky一直在www.joelonsoftware.com做的就是這件事。他不斷教育我們、娛樂我們，有時還會故意激怒我們，但他總是會讓我們去思考，我們整天坐在電腦前究竟是在幹嘛？這就是Joel on Software這個網站之所以成為全世界最受歡迎的開發網站其中的一個理由。現在，你終於可以擁有他網站裡最重要的精選文章，好好收藏這些來自Joel的獨家評論與最新洞見了。

Mastercam 是美國CNC Software, INC.研發的CAD/CAM系統，是最經濟有效率的全方位軟體系統，其廣泛應用在機械、汽車、航空航太、造船、模具、電子和家電等領域，作為設計與加工製造的標準Mastercam全球銷售量第一名，是業界及學校廣泛採用的CAD/CAM系統。全書共十一章，內容主要分為Mastercam的基礎知識、CAD和CAM三個部分，分別介紹了Mastercam的基本概念與操作，繪製與編輯2D圖形，3D曲面實體設計的基本概念、創建與編輯，以及數控加工等主題。從Mastercam在機械設計方面的基本命令應用到數控加工方面的實務應用都採用範例引導教學，讓讀者在實戰演練中迅速掌握Mastercam的操作技巧。本書內容淺顯易懂，適合初學者或具有機械軟體基礎者，能幫助讀者快速上手、輕鬆學習。本書特色1.特別整理Mastercam精選範例，透過步驟式引導教學，讓讀者學習軟體零障礙。2.循序漸進的課程安排，由基礎建模到曲面加工的操作教學，讓您學習充滿成就感！3.內容詳實完整，針對業界實務應用方向彙整編排，提供完整的訓練課程。