Being a teenager is both wonderful and challenging. In The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, author Sean Covey applies the timeless principles of the 7 Habits to teens and the tough issues and life-changing decisions they face. In an entertaining style, Covey provides a step-by-step guide to help teens improve self-image, build friendships, resist peer pressure, achieve their goals, get along with their parents, and much more. In addition, this book is stuffed with cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens will engage teenagers unlike any other book. An indispensable book for teens, as well as parents, grandparents, and any adult who influences young people, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is destined to become the last word on surviving and thriving as a teen and beyond. About the Author Sean Covey was born in Belfast, Ireland, and raised in Provo, Utah; he has lived in South Africa, Boston, and
At the end of summer when the nights begin to cool with the approach of autumn, look up at the night sky and you will see two bright stars sitting across from on another, one on each side of the Milky Way.
"The magic of C S Lewis's parallel universe never fades." The Times "When I was ten, I read fairy tales in secret. Now that I am fifty I read them openly. When I became a man I put away childish things, including the fear of childishness." C S Lewis --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
The cultural resilience of fairy tales is incontestable. Surviving over the centuries and thriving in a variety of media, fairy tales continue to enrich our imaginations and shape our lives. This Norton Critical Edition of The Classic Fairy Tales examines the genre, its cultural implications--and its critical history. The editor has gathered fairy tales from around the world to reveal the range and play of these stories over time. The Classic Fairy Tales focuses on six different tale types: "Little Red Riding Hood,' "Beauty and the Beast," "Snow White," "Cinderella," "Bluebeard," and "Hansel and Gretel." It includes multicultural variants of these tales, along with sophisticated literary re*ings. Each tale type is preceded by an introduction, and annotations are provided throughout. Also included in this collection of over forty stories are tales by Hans Christian Andersen and Oscar Wilde. "Criticism" collects twelve essays that interrogate different aspects of fairy tales by exploring their social origins, h
This four-story collection includes: Dragon of the Red Dawn Merlin the magician will not eator sleep or speak to anyone in Camelot. What can be done? Theenchantress Morgan knows who to ask for help: young Jack and Annieof Frog Creek, Pennsylvania! Monday with a Mad Genius They know they have to search forone of the four secrets of happiness to help Merlin the magicianfind joy in his life again. And so they head off in the magic treehouse for Florence, Italy, in the early 1500s to spend the day withone of the greatest artists and inventors of all time–Leonardo daVinci! Dark Day in the Deep Sea Jack and Annie have to find oneof the four secrets of happiness to help save Merlin the magician.But when the magic tree house whisks them off to a misty island inthe middle of nowhere, they wonder how they will find anything. Asthe fog lifts, they see a huge three-masted ship–could it be apirate ship? Eve of the Emperor Penguin Jack and Annie continue theirquest for the secrets of happiness–secrets th
Darkness falls…despair abounds…evil reigns… Eragon and his dragon, Saphira, have just saved the rebel state from destruction by the mighty forces of King Galbatorix, cruel ruler of the Empire. Now Eragon must travel to Ellesmera, land of the elves, for further training in the skills of the Dragon Rider: magic and swordsmanship. Soon he is on the journey of a lifetime, his eyes open to awe-inspring new places and people, his days filled with fresh adventure. But chaos and betrayal plague him at every turn, and nothing is what it seems. Before long, Eragon doesn’t know whom he can trust. Meanwhile, his cousin Roran must fight a new battle–one that might put Eragon in even graver danger. Will the king’s dark hand strangle all resistance? Eragon may not escape with even his life……
This treaury includes a story of rhyme for every day of the year.specially chasen for girls.with a fun combination of original characters and traditional favourites,girls will love reading this treasury of sharing it together and they will want to return to it again and again.
Harry Potter, along with his best friends, Ron and Hermione, is about to start his third year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Harry can't wait to get back to school after the summer holidays. But when Harry gets to Hogwarts, the atmosphere is tense.
LEGO Star Wars Small Scenes From A Big Galaxy brings LEGO sets and minifigures to life in this beautiful and fun photography book. Painstakingly created by Finnish photographer Vesa Lehtim ki using his son's favourite toys, this beautiful art book features hilarious new takes on classic Star Wars characters and themes. Breathtaking photography combines quirky LEGO art with the drama of the Star Wars universe, with stunning results. Plus Vesa Lehtim ki shares his secrets in behind-the-scenes insights which will inspire any photographer or LEGO builder. Every image is a technical tour de force and an evocation of childlike wonder. You've never seen Star Wars or LEGO sets look like this before! LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configuration and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. 2015 The LEGO Group. Produced by Dorling Kindersley under license (US) / licence (UK) from the LEGO Group. TM 2015 LUCASFILM LTD.
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Scholastic, the most trusted name in educational excellence, introduces 100 Words, the exciting new reading/workbook series that helps develop the vocabulary skills that make reading fluent and fun. AND IF READING IS FUN, KIDS WILL LOVE DOING IT! Vocabulary Development Builds Strong Readers To be a fluent reader, you need to learn new words and the vocabulary strategies that will help you build on the words you know. In fact, linguists estimate that for every new word children learn, they actually incorporate six or seven other words into their vocabulary in the process. The Scholastic 100 Words series helps children become skilled readers through vocabulary development. The 100 words in this workbook were carefully chosen by educational advisors. They are words that fifth graders encounter frequently. They are also words that help children expand their vocabularies through word-building. Each Scholastic 100 Words reading/workbook has nearly 500 full-color illustrations and photographs.
If laughter is what you're after, you'll love this masterpiece of mirth. Garfield's tenth collection of hilarious Sunday comics showcases the feisty fat cat in all his glory-and gluttony!
The ultimate reference guide to the world of dogs.Highly illustrated throughout with phototgraphs and graphics,complementing incisive and informative text. A comprehensive overview of the history and nature of the dog,and an accessible guide to all aspects of dog care. In-depth coverage of all the main dog breeds,including information on origins,appearance,and uses. Icons provide an at-a-glance overview of origins,size,breed registrations,exercise levels,and coat care for each breed,and show the most common colour variations. The essential guide for dog-lovers and dog-owners.
《Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince》It is Harry Potter's sixth year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. As Voldemort's sinister forces amass and a spirit of Gloom and fear sweeps the land, it becomes more and more clear to Harry that he will soon have to confront his destiny. But is he up to the challenges ahead of him? In her darkest and most breathtaking adventure yet, J.K.Rowling skilfully begins to unravel the complex web she has woven, as we discover more of the truth about Harry, Dumbledore, Snape and , of course, He Who Must Not Be Named... "Fast, dark, exciting and tightly plotted." Daily Mail. ‘A gripping story with its clues trailed through the text, chills, spills and some excellent, new comic characters, There is a measure of sadness too...one of the elements of Rowling's writing that I think entitles her to a seat in the pantheon.'Julian Fellowes, sunday Telegraph. ‘Everything in the series starts to come to fruition...This ingenious setting up is intriguin
Six well-loved fairy tales,can be discovered at the turn of awheel in this magtical changing-picture book from Alison Jay.
TO EAT, OR NOT TO EAT? That's a stupid question! The fat cat was born to binge, and while some might call it gluttony, Garfield prefers to think of it as eating proactively. Besides, someone needs to keep the surplus donut population under control. In this latest collection of comics, the heavyweight of humor tips the scales with a veritable metric ton of laughs.
