'His hand closed automatically around the fake Horcrux, but in spite of everything, in spite of the dark and twisting path he saw stretching ahead for himself, in spite of the final meeting with Voldemort he knew must come, whether in a month, in a year, or in ten, he felt his heart lift at the thought that there was still one last golden day of peace left to enjoy with Ron and Hermione.' With these words "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" draws to a close. And here, in this seventh and final book, Harry discovers what fate truly has in store for him as he inexorably makes his way to that final meeting with Voldemort. In this thrilling climax to the phenomenally bestselling series, J.K. Rowling reveals all to her eagerly waiting readers.

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.

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 Spartan-II program has gone public. Tales of super-soldiers fending off thousands of Covenant attacks have become the stuff of legend. But just how many Spartans are left? While the Master Chief defends a besieged Earth, and the myriad factions of the Covenant continue their crusade to eliminate humanity, an ultrasecret cell of the Office of Naval Intelligence known as Section Three devises a plan to buy the UNSC vital time. They're going to need hundreds of willing soldiers, though ...and one more Spartan to get the job done. The planet Onyx is virtually abandoned and the perfect place to set this new plan in motion. But when the Master Chief destroys Halo, something is triggered deep within Onyx: Ancient Forerunner technology stirs, and fleets of UNSC and Covenant race to claim it to change the course of the Human-Covenant War. But this reawakened and ancient force may have plans of its own ...

This beautifully i[tustrated book takes the reader on a remarkable journey through the rainforests of the wortd. It explores these vibrant, lush habitats and reveals the myriad animats, birds and insects that ftourish in their tropicat richness. More than 250 superb colour photographs celebrate the amazing variety of the rainforest environment and capture the elusive spirit of this hot and humid wortd. Discover the vital role that the rainforests play in regulating the world's climate-the Amazon rainforest alone pumps more than 20 billion tonnes of fresh water into the atmosphere every day. The different rainforests and jungtes of Central and South America, Africa, Asia and Austratasia are brought dazztingty to tile in a stunning combination of words and pictures.

This is his tenth book--and Garfield and the gang want tocelebrate. Millions of fans just can't get enough of Garfield andcompany, so join them for an old-fashioned hoe-down and then sitdown so you can read all about the fun!

Discover everything there is to know about the dark side of the Force with LEGO Star Wars Step into the LEGO Star Wars galaxy and discover everything there is to know about the dark side of the Force. The book comes with a new and exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure that you won't want to miss! LEGO Star Wars: The Dark Side is created in collaboration with the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm. Lively photography shows the evil Sith Lords in action, battling the Jedi and terrorizing the galaxy. Learn all about Darth Vader, Darth Maul, and evil Emperor Palpatine and all their allies, plus discover the history, legends and deadly secrets of the dark side. LEGO Star Wars books with a new, dynamic, action-packed visual approach. With themed colourful pages and specially commissioned photography, LEGO Star Wars: The Dark Side shows minifigures and vehicles in action.

Enjoy Garfield in beautiful, colorful splendor in this fourth treasury of his Sunday comic antics. He eats, he teases, he sleeps. It's the life of Garfield, and you won't want to be without it.

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

When a liquid changes to gas, does it condense or evaporate? Spell the plural of “leaf.” If a truck weighs 3 tons, how many pounds does it weigh? Plus decimals, synonyms and antonyms, plants and animals, the human body, root words, number patterns, Grab Bag, and government: What do we call the highest court of law in the United States? Brain Quest Grade 4 quizzes kids on the stuff they need to know when they need to know it, with 1,500 curriculum-based questions and answers reflecting the latest school standards. Vetted by a panel of America’s highest award-winning teachers, and embraced by kids and parents because it flat-out works, Brain Quest opens a world of information and education with its fast-paced question-and-answer format, bright full-color illustrations, and lively attitude.

Matilda’s parents have called her some terrible things。The truth is，she’s a genius and they’re the stupid ones.Matilda is determined to get her own back and soon discovers she has a very special power.A classic form the most popular children’s writer.

Spend "A Day on the farm" with new friends. Join the happy menagerie of animals as they frolic on the farm from sourise to sunset. Watch their antics come to life in this colourfully illustrated pop-up book.

The latest edition to our storybook collection series is a follow-up to the best-selling Disney's Princess Collection: Love Friendship Stories. Join everyone's favorite Disney Princesses, including Belle, Ariel, Snow White, and Cinderella, as they embark on royal adventures and live happily ever after. This beautifully illustrated storybook collection will keep little princesses entertained for hours.

Count the marbles. What’s the opposite of fast? How many pennies make one nickel? Suppose you mix red and blue. What color will you get? Plus patterns, shapes, mazes, opposites, rhymes, "What's Wrong With This Picture?" pictures—and don't forget the Genius Points! Here are 300 questions and answers to build essential learning skills as parents and children work together. Vetted by a panel of America’s highest award-winning teachers, and embraced by kids and parents because it flat-out works, Brain Quest opens a world of information and education with its fast-paced question-and-answer format, bright full-color illustrations, and lively attitude 作者简介：

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.

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!