One day Boy and Girl go out for a picnic. They meet all sorts of creatures along the way – some come with them and some chase them, but whatever happens, today will be a day for Adventure!
In Venice, the merchant Antonio borrows money so his friendcan woo a beautiful lady. He agrees that if he doesn't repayShylock the moneylender, Shylock can take a pound of his flesh.When Antonio's ships sink and he loses his fortune, Shylock insistson the gruesome payment...With Notes on Shakespeare and the GlobeTheatre and Love, Hate and Mercy in The Merchant of Venice.
Beekle，我们管它叫 小白 ：它是一团白乎乎的小家伙，头上顶着一个金色的小王冠。小白和他的伙伴们生活在幻想岛上，岛上的小精灵如果被现实中的孩子选中，就会到 现实的世界中。小白等啊等，等了很久，一直没有被选中。它做了一件不可思议的事情，向着现实世界出发了 在熙来攘往的城市中经历了一番不可思议的旅程，来到了闹哄哄的城市。在那里，他终于遇到他*完美的朋友，并获得了自己的名字：小白。 这个故事诠释了关于友谊、想象力的真谛，鼓励孩子们勇敢地去寻找自己在这个世界上的位置。
Kids everywhere are knowledgeable about the environment and climate change. Not only is composting becoming more common in households and residential gardens, but many school gardens feature compost piles, too. But how do you start a compost pile? What’s safe to include? Perfect for an Earth Day focus or year-round reference, this inviting book provides all the answers for kids and families looking for simple, child-friendly ways to help the planet. From the Hardcover edition.
Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners. Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language learners. These carefully adapted versions are shorter with the language targeted at upper-intermediate learners (CEF level B2). Each reader includes: * A CD with a reading of the adapted story * Helpful notes on characters * Cultural and historical notes relevant to the plot * A glossary of the more difficult words It is World War II and Britain's best secret agent has been murdered. The murderers are Nazi agents, known only as N and M, and could be anyone. The only clue points towards the sleepy seaside village of Leahampton and its busy guesthouse, Sans Souci. Tommy and Tuppence Beresford, Britain's most unlikely spies, accept the mission to find N and M. No one can be trusted...
Anthony Browne’s incomparable artwork illuminates the deeply satisfying story of a lonely girl, a friendly gorilla, and their enchanted night out. Hannah spends all of her time reading gorilla books, watching gorilla TV shows, and drawing gorilla pictures. She has gorillas on her bedside lamp and even on her box of cereal. Hannah loves gorillas and longs to see a real one, but her father is always too busy - or too tired - to take her to the zoo. Then, on the night before her birthday, something extraordinary happens - and Hannah’s wish comes gloriously true.
The first Captain Underpants adventure like you've never seen it before -- in FULL COLOR! Fourth-grade class clowns George Beard and Harold Hutchins have created the greatest superhero in the history of their elementary school -- and now they're going to bring him to life! Meet Captain Underpants! His true identity is SO secret, even HE doesn't know who he is! This special edition will include an all-new sixteen-page bonus section that will reveal the origin of Captain Underpants!
Dan Yaccarino’s great-grandfather arrived at Ellis Island with a small shovel and his parents’ good advice: “Work hard, but remember to enjoy life, and never forget your family.” With simple text and warm, colorful illustrations, Yaccarino recounts how the little shovel was passed down through four generations of this Italian-American family—along with the good advice. It’s a story that will have kids asking their parents and grandparents: Where did we come from? How did our family make the journey all the way to America? “A shovel is just a shovel, but in Dan Yaccarino’s hands it becomes a way to dig deep into the past and honor all those who helped make us who we are.” —Eric Rohmann, winner of the Caldecott Medal for My Friend Rabbit “All the Way to America is a charmer. Yaccarino’s heartwarming story rings clearly with truth, good cheer, and love.” —Tomie dePaola, winner of a Caldecott Honor Award for Strega Nona From the Hardcover edition.
Roald Dahl - the grand master of the short story - turns his pen to anything,twisting everyday life into powerful,and sometimes terrifying fantasies.Seven superb stories,full of Roald Dahl's usual magic,mystery and suspense: meet the boy who can talk to animals,the man who can see with his eyes closed,and find out about the treasure,buried deep underground on Thistley Green. These bizarre and unexpected tales will appeal to older readers who like the darker side of Dahl.Teens will also enjoy Skin and The Great Automatic Grammatizator,short stories also by Roald Dahl.
A thrilling retelling of this fantastic historical play.With Notes on Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre and Patriotism inHenry V.
