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The Names: A Novel
by Florence KnappREAD WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK AS FEATURED ON TODAY <br> “Dazzling…The Names is startlingly joyful and paced like a thriller…Knapp tirelessly and beautifully replicates not just loss and grief but endless rebirth and delight.”—The Washington Post <br> “Elegant…this is a wholly original work.—People Magazine <br> “A magnificent novel, thrumming with life in all its pain and precariousness, yet suffused with the glorious possibilities of love and redemption.&” —Geraldine Brooks, Pulitzer Prize–winning author of Horse. <p> The extraordinary novel that asks: Can a name change the course of a life? In the wake of a catastrophic storm, Cora sets off with her nine-year-old daughter, Maia, to register her son's birth. Her husband, Gordon, a local doctor, respected in the community but a terrifying and controlling presence at home, intends for her to name the infant after him. But when the registrar asks what she'd like to call the child, Cora hesitates... <p> Spanning thirty-five years, what follows are three alternate and alternating versions of Cora's and her young son's lives, shaped by her choice of name. In richly layered prose, The Names explores the painful ripple effects of domestic abuse, the messy ties of family, and the possibilities of autonomy and healing. <p> With exceptional sensitivity and depth, Knapp draws us into the story of one family, told through a prism of what-ifs, causing us to consider the "one . . . precious life" we are given. The book’s brilliantly imaginative structure, propulsive storytelling, and emotional, gut-wrenching power are certain to make The Names a modern classic. <b>New York Times Bestseller</b>
Tooth and Claw: A Longmire Story (A Longmire Mystery)
by Craig JohnsonIn the tradition of Wait for Signs and The Highwayman, Craig Johnson is back with a short novel set in the Alaska tundra where a young Walt Longmire and Henry Standing Bear face off with powerful enemies who will do anything to get what they want.Tooth and Claw follows Walt and Henry up to Alaska as they look for work after they both returned from serving in Vietnam. While working for an oil company in the bitter cold of winter, they soon encounter a ferocious polar bear who seems hell-bent on their destruction. But it&’s not too long until they realize the danger does not lurk outside in the frozen Alaskan tundra, but with their co-workers who are after priceless treasure and will stop at nothing to get it.Fans of Longmire will thrill to this pulse-pounding and bone-chilling novel of extreme adventure that adds another indelible chapter to the great story of Walt Longmire.
The Frozen People: A Mystery
by Elly Griffiths&“A pleasure from finish to start.&” —Anthony Horowitz &“Fresh and exciting, with both humor and thrills, Griffiths&’ first book in her new series knocks it out of the park!&” —Shari Lapena Some murders can&’t be solved in just one lifetime.Ali Dawson and her cold case team investigate crimes so old, they're frozen—or so their inside joke goes. Nobody knows that her team has a secret: they can travel back in time to look for evidence.The latest assignment sees Ali venture back farther than they have dared before: to 1850s London to clear the name of Cain Templeton, an eccentric patron of the arts. Rumor has it that Cain is part of a sinister group called The Collectors. Ali arrives in the Victorian era to another dead woman at her feet and far too many unanswered questions.As the clock counts down, Ali becomes more entangled in the mystery, yet danger lurks around every corner. She soon finds herself trapped, unable to make her way back to her beloved son, Finn, who is battling his own accusations in the present day.Could the two cases be connected? In a race through and against time, Ali must find out before it&’s too late.
Heart, Be at Peace: A Novel
by Donal RyanWinner of the Irish Book of the Year Shortlisted for the Nero Novel of the YearFrom one of the most acclaimed Irish writers today, a new novel about smalltown Ireland that explores a community on the mend and the power of love and trauma to both bring people together and divide them&“I said it before. Madness comes circling around. Ten-year cycles, as true as the sun will rise. . .&”In a small town in Ireland, the local people have weathered the storm of economic collapse and now look to the future: The jobs are back, the dramas of the past seemingly lulled, and although the town bears the scars of its history, new stories have begun to unfold.But an insidious menace now creeps through back-alley shadows and into the lives of the townspeople. Old grudges fester and new ones arise. Young people are lured by the promise of fast money while the generation above them tries to hold back the tide of an enemy beyond their control. And the peace of this town is about to be shattered in an unimaginable way.A stunning, lyrical novel told in twenty-one voices, Heart, Be at Peace reveals a community that together looks to overcome the betrayals, secrets, and grudges that can divide families, neighbors, and entire generations.
Bug Hollow: A Novel
by Michelle Huneven&“Instantly seduces even the most news-addled reader with its lovely, lucid prose, its spot-on period details (those pay phones!) and superb gift for description . . . The novel evolves from its innocent opening into something more intriguing . . . [L]ike a narrative love child of Alice Munro . . . and Elizabeth Strout . . . Huneven is exceptionally generous with all of her characters and remains a compassionate guide through the secrets and lies, betrayals and chance encounters, losses and disappointments that buffet this broken and remade family over time.&” —Helen Schulman, New York Times Book Review&“Perfectly captures the unpredictability of life . . . Huneven knows just how to seduce us with this family&’s adventures . . . With extraordinary candor and tenderness, Huneven shuffles through those raw months when hope feels like a cheat as the Samuelsons are unmade and remade by tragedy . . . Right down to its final moments, Huneven casually offers up little revelations that crunch as sweet and tart as pomegranate seeds.&” —Ron Charles, Washington PostA decades-spanning family saga featuring the messy but loving Samuelson clan trying to make sense of the world after the loss of their son EllisWhen Sally Samuelson was eight years old, her golden boy brother Ellis went missing the summer he graduated high school. Ellis finally turned up at the bucolic Bug Hollow, a last gasp of the beautiful Northern California counterculture in the seventies. He had found joy in the communal life there, but died in a freak accident weeks later.From that point, the world of the Samuelsons never spins on the same axis, especially after Julia, Ellis&’s girlfriend from Bug Hollow, shows up pregnant on their doorstep. Each Samuelson has sought their own solace: Sybil Samuelson pours herself into teaching and numbing her pain after the loss of her beloved son; her husband, Phil, had found respite in a love that developed while he was working as an engineer in Saudi Arabia; Katie, the high achieving middle Samuelson, comes home to try and make peace with her mother after a cancer diagnosis. And Sally has become the de facto caretaker to Eva, the child Ellis never knew.Michelle Huneven is &“known for five enthralling novels, which chronicle the lives of middle-class Americans in her lushly conjured native California, as her characters struggle with addiction, excruciating romances, and resounding losses as they continue to seek meaning and a way to be good&” (American Academy of Arts and Letters). She captures the Samuelson clan with glorious precision and the deepest empathy as they fracture and rebuild again and again.
Puzzle Sleuth: Mindbending Murder Puzzle Mysteries [An Interactive Book]
by Paul WestmorelandChoose your path, solve the puzzles, and catch the killer in this collection of three ingenious murder mysteries that challenge middle grade readers with logic problems, visual games, and a Choose Your Own Adventure hook.When Arlo Banks solves a difficult puzzle in The Times, devised by an elderly Oxford professor, he wins a vast fortune. There's just one catch: he has to travel the world and write to the professor about his adventures. But enemies and killers lurk at every turn. From the Orient Express to the Nile River to British spy headquarters, join Arlo as he fights to find answers—and fights for his life!As Arlo Banks, you choose what path to take and what puzzles to answer to solve each mystery. On the trail of a ruthless mafia godfather determined to evade capture...on a pleasure cruise where a passenger's death has a killing effect on the others on board...behind the scenes at British intelligence, where a dangerous traitor is stealing government secrets.From breaking codes to defusing bombs, navigating mazes to sifting through evidence, Puzzle Sleuth is an addictive brain-teasing mix of story, game, and adventure. Just remember to choose wisely. Your next move could catch the killer—or be your last!
Phonic Books Dandelion Launchers Stages 1-7 Sam, Tam, Tim: Decodable Books for Beginner Readers Sounds of the Alphabet (Phonic Books Beginner Decodable)
by Phonic BooksPhonic Books Dandelion Launchers Stages 1-7 Sam, Tam, Tim (alphabet code) comprises 14 books and runs parallel to Dandelion Launchers Extra Stages 1-7 I Am Sam. Dandelion Launchers Stages 1-7 Sam, Tam, Tim is aimed at children in Pre-K and Kindergarten, each book introduces only a few letters and sounds at a time, allowing independent reading from the outset.Two books in each stage provide practice while offering different stories. Each stage introduces new letters/sounds while supporting previously taught phonic letters/sounds and high-frequency words, or sight words.Book 1a: Sam, Tam, Tim (Stage 1: s, a, t, i, m)Book 1b: Is it Sam? (Stage 1: s, a, t, i, m)Book 2a: Pam (Stage 2: n, o, p)Book 2b: The Pot (Stage 2: n, o, p)Book 3a: Sam's Bag (Stage 3: b, c, g, h)Book 3b: Pip and the Bat (Stage 3: b, c, g, h)Book 4a: Ted (Stage 4: d, e, f, v)Book 4b: Meg and Ted (Stage 4: d, e, f, v)Book 5a: Ken, the Rat (Stage 5: k, l, r, u)Book 5b: Kim, the Bug (Stage 5: k, l, r, u)Book 6a: Jim and Jam (Stage 6: j, w, z)Book 6b: Ken Gets Wet (Stage 6: j, w, z)Book 7a: Rex Yells (Stage 7: x, y, ff, ll, ss, zz)Book 7b: Rex Will Not Sit (Stage 7: x, y, ff, ll, ss, zz)The accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, writing, comprehension and spelling can be found in Reading and Writing Activities for Dandelion Launchers Stages 1-7.
Phonic Books Dandelion Launchers Stages 8-15 Junk: Decodable Books for Beginner Readers Words with Four Sounds CVCC (Phonic Books Beginner Decodable)
by Phonic BooksPhonic Books Dandelion Launchers Stages 8-15 comprises 16 books. Dandelion Launchers Stages 8-15 is aimed at children in Pre-K and Kindergarten and each book introduces words with consonant blends and consonant teams. Two books in each stage provide practice while offering different stories. Each stage introduces new letters/sounds while supporting previously taught phonic letters/sounds and high-frequency words, or sight words. Book 8a: Junk (Stage 8: CVCC) Book 8b: The Gift (Stage 8: CVCC) Book 9a: Don't Spill (Stage 9: CCVC) Book 9b: Floss (Stage 9: CCVC) Book 10a: Stunt Rat (Stage 10: CCVCC) Book 10b: Frank Swims (Stage 10: CCVCC) Book 11a: Nuts for Lunch (Stage 11: ch) Book 11b: The Champ (Stage 11: ch) Book 12a: Shep and Tosh (Stage 12: sh) Book 12b: Fresh Fish (Stage 12: sh) Book 13a: This and That (Stage 13: th) Book 13b: Will This Fit? (Stage 13: th) Book 14a: The Back Pack (Stage 14: ck) Book 14b: Which Shall I Pick? (Stage 14: ck wh) Book 15a: Ding Dong! (Stage 15: ng) Book 15b: The Strong Wind (Stage 15: ng qu) The accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, writing, comprehension and spelling can be found in Reading and Writing Activities for Dandelion Launchers Stages 8-15.
El Libro de la literatura (DK Big Ideas)
by DKGrandes ideas, explicaciones sencillasCon un lenguaje claro, sencillos esquemas e ingeniosas ilustraciones, El libro de la literatura es el manual perfecto para introducirse en la historia de la literatura universal, desde las epopeyas antiguas como la Ilíada o el Mahabharata hasta la obra de autores contemporáneos como Gabriel García Márquez o Margaret Atwood.¿Qué simboliza la gran ballena blanca en Moby Dick? ¿Qué es el monólogo interior? ¿Y qué tienen en común Lolita y La naranja mecánica? Descúbrelo en este libro de literatura, que explora los temas, estilos y movimientos literarios clave a través de más de 250 obras.Tanto el estudiante como el ávido lector hallarán en este libro de literatura en español abundantes sugerencias para sus lecturas.Las grandes obras de la historia de la literatura explicadas de forma sencillaEl libro de la literatura nos adentra en el maravilloso mundo de la humanidades a través de un apasionante viaje a lo largo de los siglos. Recopilatorio de las grandes obras de la historia, así como los autores que han marcado un antes y un después en la literatura tales como Shakespeare, Geoffrey Chaucer, Margaret Atwood, Miguel de Cervantes, Gabriel García Marquez, Jose Luis Borges, en este apasionante libro de literatura.Sumérgete en este libro de poesía y literatura en español y descubre más de 100 fascinantes lecturas y los escritores que hay detrás, a lo largo de los siguientes capítulos: - Héroes y leyendas - Del Renacimiento a la Ilustración - El Romanticismo y el auge de la novela - Representar la vida real - Ruptura con la tradición - Literatura de posguerra - Literatura contemporánea El libro de la literatura pertenece a la galardonada serie Grandes Ideas explica temas complejos de un modo fácil de entender mediante explicaciones claras y alejándose del academicismo tradicional. Su creativo diseño y los gráficos innovadores que acompañan al texto hacen de esta serie una introducción perfecta a una gran diversidad de materias para toda la familia.
El Libro de Shakespeare (DK Big Ideas)
by DKEl libro de Shakespeare trae las obras de William Shakespeare a la vida con fotografías a todo color, imágenes, nubes de ideas, cronologías y citas que ayudarán al lector a comprender el contexto de las piezas y poemas de Shakespeare.Desde las obras más famosas de Shakespeare, como Romeo y Julieta y Julio César, hasta piezas menos representadas, como El rey Juan y Enrique VIII, cada obra del canon shakespeariano está recogida en esta completa guía, junto a sus principales poemas y más aclamados sonetos.En El libro de Shakespeare cada obra incluye una guía visual cronológica de la trama para que el lector pueda situarse en caso de perderse en el lenguaje de Shakespeare. Las guías de personajes proveen una referencia útil para lectores ocasionales y un valioso recurso para estudiantes y para aquellos que van a ver las obras representadas.Repleto de gráficas y explicaciones de las tramas, además de una introducción a la vida y la época de Shakespeare, El libro de Shakespeare es la guía definitiva para entender sus obras completas.Edición también disponible en inglés.El libro de Shakespeare brings the work of William Shakespeare to life with full-color photography, images, idea webs, timelines, and quotes that help you understand the context n of Shakespeare's plays and poems.From Shakespeare's most-famous plays, such as Romeo and Juliet and Julius Caesar, to less-frequently performed works such as King John and Henry VIII, every play of the Shakespearean canon is collected in this comprehensive guide, along with his major poems and best-loved sonnets.In El libro de Shakespeare each play includes an at-a-glance guide to story chronology, so you can easily get back on track if you get lost in Shakespeare's language. Character guides provide a handy reference for casual readers and an invaluable resource for playgoers, and students writing reports on Shakespeare.Packed with infographics and explanations of plots and including an introduction to Shakespeare's life and times, El libro de Shakespeare is the ultimate guide to understanding the work of William Shakespeare.Also available in English edition.
The Timekeepers: Eiffel Tower Emergency (Timekeepers )
by SJ KingTag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories to discover amazing people and events that shaped our world.Meet the Timekeepers, a secret organization of kids who keep the course of history on track – and history needs them! A villain called DeLay is set on causing chaos… When the hands on their special watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it&’s up to them to put things right. In this instalment, The Timekeepers are transported back in time to 1889 to visit the World's Fair and the unveiling of the newly-built Eiffel Tower. But shortly after arrival, DeLay steals the blueprints for the building! It's up to the Timekeepers to track down the plans for the building, stop DeLay and save the day.This children&’s chapter book series offers:- An introduction to history in a way that blends a fun story with real facts, and also includes a non-fiction section with additional information such as, timelines, quizzes, and a glossary.- Beautifully illustrated art accompanied by expertly written text.- An insight into different historical time periods, showing children the connection between past and present.Tag along with the Timekeepers in these history-themed adventure stories for 7 to 9 year-olds that will help readers discover the amazing people and events that shaped our world. With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is the ideal chapter book for any adventure lover.More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like The Timekeepers: Eiffel Tower Emergency, then you&’ll love other titles in the series. Why not try The Timekeepers: Ancient Olympics to learn about the first ever Olympic Games, or First Flight and discover the events of the first successful airplane flight?
Kindness Club Squirrel Learns to Forgive (Kindness Club)
by Ella LawGet to know the animals of the Kindness Club and discover how Squirrel learns the importance of forgiving others and showing them kindness.This heartwarming story encourages children ages 3-5 to always be kind to one another, through beautiful illustrations and a playful story with an important underlying message.Rainbow Island is having a baking competition! Squirrel sets off with his famous chocolate cake, but when Goat crashes into him, the cake goes flying. Squirrel is inconsolable. However, he later finds out that it was an accident. Will Squirrel learn to forgive Goat's actions? Will Goat accept Squirrel's kindness? This charming book for children features: - A strong underlying message encouraging children to do kind deeds and continue to be kind.- Teaches the idea that being kind is not a one-off action; it is a way of being, in order to be a member of the Kindness Club.- Whimsical illustrations that sit alongside a heart-warming story about kindness.- Parent/carer notes to promote discussion between adults and children, questions that encourage understanding of the topic, and two activities: making a Kindness Club Badge and making a Peacock Fan that will track your kind deeds. Children will love the animal characters, and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, from questions about the story to activities showing you how to make your own Kindness Badge to notes for parents and carers to extend learning and reinforce positive behavior.In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, &“When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good.&”At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here!There&’s so much more to explore and love with DK&’s Kindness Club series. If you enjoyed Squirrel Learns to Forgive, why not try the other books in the series, Rabbit Says Sorry, and Mouse Tells the Truth?
Adventures with Finn and Skip: Arctic (Adventures with Finn and Skip )
by Brendan KearneyFrom award-winning author Brendan Kearney comes the fifth action-packed adventure for Finn and his dog, Skip, that teaches them all about the Arctic and what they can do to protect it.A trip to the Arctic sounds like a winter wonderland dream for Finn and Skip! As they journey to their icy destination through melting ice caps and past hungry polar bears, they soon realize that things are not as they had imagined. Things go from bad to worse when they find themselves floating away on an iceberg! Can they find their way back and uncover what's happening? Offering a gentle, but richly imagined introduction to the environmental concerns facing the Arctic, grown-ups and children will enjoy following the story of Finn and Skip, with its ups and downs, and together, pointing out all the different ways they can help look after one of our planet's most precious environments. With its fun, quirky illustrations and uplifting message about conservation, Adventures with Finn and Skip: Arctic will empower young readers and will leave them with the thought that there is hope after all.
Adventures with The Secret Explorers: 4-Book Box Set of Educational Fiction Chapter Books Books (The Secret Explorers)
by SJ KingDive into the world of the Secret Explorers and join them on their action-packed adventures in this four-book boxset collection.Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world, here to take young readers on a series of fact-filled fictional adventures! Each with their own specialty, from outer space to dinosaurs, these young globetrotters will teach kids that learning can be fun, encouraging them to become experts in something they are passionate about.With thrilling narratives and plenty of humour, children will love the first four books in the fact-filled series are included in this collection: The Secret Explorers and the Lost Whales, The Secret Explorers and the Comet Collision, The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers, and The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue. Join marine-life expert Connor on an undersea adventure, space brainiac Roshni on a mission to fix a space probe, history nerd Gustavo in a battle against tomb robbers, and dinosaur expert Tamiko as she races to save a dinosaur egg!This epic adventure is packed with:- Four thrilling adventure books for young readers- Fun facts and illustrations about marine life, outer space, ancient Egypt and dinosaurs- Simple and informative diagrams telling kids all they need to know about different subjects- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitionsEach story fast-paced, fun, and full of facts, The Secret Explorers books by SJ King are perfect for children aged 7-9 who are into all things nature, science, technology, and adventure. This four-book collection is the perfect gift for boys and girls who are naturally curious and care about the planet, is packed with lots of information that provides a magical introduction to STEM subjects. At the end of this adventure series, the "Mission Notes" provides a useful summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With fun illustrations, quizzes, and a vocabulary list, the educational value of this book is outstanding and great for a classroom read!
DK Super Readers Level 3 Marvel Captain America Meet Sam Wilson! (DK Super Readers)
by DKSam Wilson is Captain America!Join him as he takes up the legacy of Captain America's shield and fights as the new Sentinel of Liberty against enemies of peace and justice!Learn to read and join in the action as this brave hero and his allies save the world!Step into this amazing world in this thrilling Level 3 DK Reader. Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Superhero fans and help them build confidence in reading.
Phonic Books Moon Dogs Extras Set 2: Decodable Phonic Books for Older Readers (CVC Level, Alternative Consonants and Consonant Diagraphs) (Phonic Books Catch-Up Decodable Readers)
by Phonic BooksLearn how to read with these decodable Phonic Book activities for older readers. Moon Dogs Extras Set 2 Activities are older reader books which introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. The activity book accompanies Moon Dog Extras Set 2 and is perfect for older children in the very early stages of reading and in need of support, teaching different letter patterns through a series of activities. Three books in each stage provide phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start. It starts at CVC level and introduces adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs, with gentle progression throughout the set. For example: Books 1a, 1b and 1c: CVC Books 2a, 2b and 2c: VCC, CVCC Books 3a, 3b and 3c: CCVC Books 4a, 4b and 4c: CCVCC This catch-up reader series features: - Activities to practice previously taught letter patterns in Moon Dogs Extras Set 2. - Reading material aimed at older children who need support with their reading. - CVC, VCC, CVCC, CCVC, and CCVCC words, introducing adjacent consonants and consonant diagraphs. Each 12-page book contains: - Introduction to the activity book. - A variety of activities to practice phonics materials taught in the accompanying book Moon Dogs Extras Set 2. - Photocopiable pages. What is phonics? Phonics is a way of teaching children to read through understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specializes in publishing decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction.
Los Exploradores Secretos y la caída del cometa (The Secret Explorers)
by SJ KingEste libro bellamente ilustrado destaca a animales de todas las épocas de la historia: animales perdidos por la extinción, animales que pensamos que habíamos perdido pero que hemos recuperado, y animales que son el foco de los esfuerzos de conservación en todo el mundo.'El libro de los animales insólitos' proporciona información sobre eventos de extinción y las diferentes posibles causas (tanto naturales como provocadas por la presencia humana), y analiza cómo puede relacionarse con el mundo de hoy de una manera fácilmente entendida. El libro también incluye información sobre todo el increíble trabajo que se está haciendo en todo el mundo para evitar una pérdida adicional de especies (tanto de flora como de fauna), especies que se han salvado de la extinción, historias increíbles de especies descubiertas que se pensó durante mucho tiempo que estaban perdidas, historias positivas de reintroducción y lo que nosotros como humanos estamos haciendo y podemos seguir haciendo.This beautifully illustrated book will shine a spotlight on animals throughout history and in the present—animals lost to extinction, animals we thought we&’d lost but have found, and animals that are the focus of conservation efforts all over the world.'El libro de los animales insólitos' gives information about extinction events and the different possible causes of extinction (natural as well as human-made), and discusses how it may relate to the world today in an easily understood way. The book also includes information on all the incredible work that is happening around the world to prevent any further loss of species (both flora and fauna), species that have been saved from extinction, incredible stories of uncovering species long thought to have been extinct, positive stories of reintroduction, and what we as humans are doing and can continue to do.
Los Exploradores Secretos y las ballenas perdidas (The Secret Explorers)
by SJ KingSumérgete en el mundo de los exploradores secretos y aprende sobre la vida oceánica en esta trepidante primera entrega de una nueva serie de ficción.¡Conoce a los exploradores secretos! Son un grupo de niños brillantes de alrededor del mundo dispuestos a solucionar problemas, resolver misterios y reunir conocimiento por todo el planeta... y más allá. Siempre que se necesite su ayuda, aparecerá un letrero especial en una puerta. Atraviesan la estación de exploración y reciben su misión...En Los Exploradores Secretos y las ballenas perdidas el experto en la vida marina, Connor, necesita usar su experiencia submarina para ayudar a salvar una manada de ballenas jorobadas que han perdido su rumbo. Junto con el experto en espacios Roshni, se aventuran en un submarino para encontrar un modo de ayudar a las ballenas a volver a su senda, pero por el camino se encuentra con obstáculos inesperados, como unas ballenas bebé que se han perdido o una flota de barcos. ¿Lograrán los Exploradores Secretos llevar a cabo su misión?Repleto de divertidas ilustraciones e información sobre las ballenas jorobadas, la vida marina y el impacto del cambio climático en los océanos, esta emocionante aventura es perfecta para primeros lectores. La narracción, llena de acción, atrapa la atención de los niños y les ayuda a aprender sobre lo divertido que es el mundo natural.Dive into the world of Los Exploradores Secretos and learn about ocean life in this action-packed first installment in a brand-new fiction series.Meet Los Exploradores Secretos! This group of brilliant kids comes together from all four corners of the globe to fix problems, solve mysteries, and gather knowledge all over the planet - and beyond. Whenever their help is needed, a special sign will appear on a door. They step through to the Exploration Station and receive their mission...Los Exploradores Secretos y las ballenas perdidas, marine life expert Connor needs to use his underwater expertise to help save a pod of humpback whales that have lost their way. Along with space expert Roshni, he sets out in a submarine to search for a way to steer the whales back on track, but encounters unexpected problems along the way, including lost baby whales and a fleet of boats. Will The Secret Explorers manage to succeed in their mission?Packed with fun illustrations and facts about humpback whales, marine life, and how climate change is affecting the oceans, this thrilling adventure is perfect for emerging readers. The action-packed narrative keeps kids engaged and makes learning about the natural world fun.
Peter and the Wolf: Wolves Come in Many Disguises
by Gavin FridayRelive the magic of Peter and the Wolf through this extraordinary modern retelling by award-winning musicians Gavin Friday and Bono. When a wolf is found roaming the woods, Peter&’s grandfather warns him to stay at home. But Peter, who is mourning the loss of a parent, decides to venture into the deep, dark woods in search of this creature…This incredible retelling of the well-loved classic story, Peter and the Wolf takes children aged 7-9 on an adventure while exploring themes of love and loss. With its spellbinding punk rock illustrations, this book is a beautiful reminder that there is hope after loss and those we love most are never truly gone. A timeless and magical gift book, Peter and the Wolf will be treasured by all. This modern retelling of Peter and the Wolf offers:- A dynamic new take on Prokofiev&’s tale about a young boy who captures a wolf, with magical graphic novel-esque illustrations.- An underlying theme of loss, told with sensitivity and warmth, helping children to understand and navigate the topic. - A treasured keepsake book based on a classic story beloved by generations of children and adults, with vivid illustrations and a red ribbon.- An enchanting story written by Gavin Friday and stunning visuals based on Bono&’s original illustrations - with an accompanying animated short film.In Prokofiev&’s original tale, Peter outsmarts the big, bad wolf, capturing him, and parading him victoriously around the town with the hunters. But this is not our ending and nothing is the way it seems…This extraordinary rendition of Peter and the Wolf echoes the message of courage that is so central to the famous classic, while gently introducing themes of loss, grief, and growing up and helping young readers to navigate them.
Time for Us
by Rebecca WalkerThe first ever children's book by bestselling writer, feminist, and activist Rebecca Walker tells an endearing story of mother and son set on the island of Maui in Hawai'i.Six-year-old Jackson is bored, but his mama is too busy working to play with him. Jackson is patient until his favorite time of day—when his mama spends time with him. They step outside their front door into a magical garden of delicious banana and mango trees, and lush purple jacarandas. They sample the fruit, look up at the clouds, and learn about the world around them together. The story is accompanied by facts to expand the reader's knowledge and bring the natural world to life, such as how many bananas a tree produces and how ants build their homes.Written by award-winning author Rebecca Walker, and drawing on her own personal experience of being a mother to her son, this charming story draws on the theory that just 20 minutes of quality time a day, between caregiver and child, nurtures and benefits their relationship in many different ways. The book will be fully illustrated by an artist who can bring to life the beautiful characters and luscious tropical setting of the book.
Writers Who Changed History (DK History Changers)
by DKExplore the fascinating lives and loves of the greatest novelists, poets, and playwrights.Lavishly illustrated with photographs and paintings of writers’ homes, studies, and personal artifacts—along with pages from original manuscripts, first editions, and their correspondence—Writers Who Changed History introduces the key ideas, themes, and literary techniques of each writer, revealing the imaginations and personalities behind some of the world’s greatest novels, short stories, poems, and plays.Introduced with a stunning portrait of each featured novelist, playwright, or poet, biographical entries trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired each individual and influenced their work, revealing insights into the larger-than-life characters, plots, and evocative settings that they created. Each entry explains how the person’s writing developed during their lifetime and sets it in context, conveying a powerful sense of the place and the period of history in which they lived.Covering an eclectic range of authors from the Middle Ages to the present day, Writers Who Changed History provides a compelling glimpse of the lives and loves of each great writer.
Kindness Club Fox Says Thank You (Kindness Club)
by Ella LawFollow Fox as she learns how important it is to show kindness and gratitude toward her friends.Fox is feeling grumpy. She doesn’t want to play with her friends and instead snatches away their ball and snacks. While her pals go on a boat trip, Fox runs off to her favorite place—the lighthouse— determined to have more fun on her own. However, when a storm breaks and Fox sees her friends’ boat battling with the waves, she realizes she needs to help. Will Fox be able to show how much she truly cares for her friends by saving the day?Children will love the myriad animal characters and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, including questions about the story, activities such as how to make your own Kindness Badge, and notes for parents and caregivers to extend learning and reinforce positive behavior.In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, "When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good."
Sparks of Imagination
by Stephen HogtunA stunning picture book about the power and wonder of your imagination.Every child has their own little figment of their imagination that is with them, no matter what comes their way. It is always with them and is a great listener that never judges. A figment can also be shared with others to encourage and help them feel strength and belonging.In this timely and important book, author and illustrator Stephen Hogtun shows young readers the inspiration and confidence that can be garnered from the figments of your imagination.
Immaculate Conception: A Novel
by Ling Ling HuangWhat if you could enter the mind of the person you love the most? Enka meets Mathilde in art school and is instantly drawn to her. Mathilde makes art that feels truly original, and Enka—trying hard to prove herself in this fiercely competitive world—pours everything into their friendship. But when Mathilde&’s fame and success cause her to begin drifting away, Enka becomes desperate to keep her close. Enter SCAFFOLD. Purported to enhance empathy, this cutting-edge technology could allow Enka to inhabit Mathilde&’s mind and access her memories, artistic inspirations, and deep-seated trauma. Undergoing this procedure would link Enka and Mathilde forever. But at what cost? Blisteringly smart, thought-provoking, and shocking, Immaculate Conception offers us a portrait of close friendship—achingly tender and twisted—that captures the tenuous line between love and possession that will haunt you long after you turn the final page.
Clean: A Novel
by Alia Trabucco ZeránINTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER!Shortlisted for Femina Etranger and Medicis Etranger Prizes"A masterclass in suspense … Extraordinary." – Paula Hawkins &“Terrifying, explosive and exhilarating&” – Katie Kitamura"A modern masterpiece." -LitHubFrom a global star and International Booker Prize finalist, a razor-sharp, unforgettable novel about a maid who&’s seen too much and a family at a breaking pointA young girl has died and the family&’s maid is being interrogated. She must tell the whole story before arriving at the girl&’s death.Estela came from the countryside, leaving her mother behind, to work for the señor and señora when their only child was born. They wanted a housemaid: &“smart appearance, full time,&” their ad said. She wanted to make enough money to support her mother and return home. For seven years, Estela cleaned their laundry, wiped their floors, made their meals, kept their secrets, witnessed their fights and frictions, raised their daughter. She heard the rats scrabbling in the ceiling, saw the looks the señor gave the señora; she knew about the poison in the cabinet, the gun, the daughter&’s rebellion as she grew up, the mother&’s coldness, the father&’s distance. She saw it all.After a series of shocking betrayals and revelations, Estela stops speaking, breaking her silence only now, to tell the story of how it all fell apart. Is this a story of revenge or a confession? Class warfare or a cautionary tale? Building tension with every page, Clean is a gripping, incisive exploration of power, domesticity, and betrayal from an international star at the height of her powers.