The Desert Race 沙漠冒險 「在遙遠的國度中，四位勇敢的女孩為了角逐成為國王的助手，進行了一場危險又激烈的比賽。誰能最快從沙漠中帶回綠洲之水，順利成為國王的左右手呢？」 ★思考點：有時看起來強大，不一定是真正的強大。每種動物跟每個人都有各自擅長的地方，只要放在對的位置，其實每個人都能發揮所長喔！ 單元介紹 Before Reading:提供與主
Be a Good Sport 運動員精神 「又高又有點笨拙的Jin，是個容易生氣的人。沒有朋友的他，意外加入了足球隊。沒想到在第一場比賽中，Jin就因為暴怒被請出場外，少了他的球隊有辦法獲勝嗎？」 ★ 思考點：無論是運動比賽或是交際互動，分享與合作總是成功的關鍵。透過足球比賽，了解融入團體、互相配合的重要性。 單元介紹 Before Reading:提供與主題相關的前導練習活動，含聽力、寫作、口說等多樣練習，帶領孩子進入故事。Story:(1) 原創故事配上可愛逗趣的全彩繪圖，以及全新錄製的音檔，讓孩子百聽不膩；在聽完故事後，孩子亦可跟著Story Echo重複朗誦故事，讓英語口說更流利、更道地。(2) 每一跨頁提供不同的活動引導，如看圖數數 (Count)、回答問題 (Speak)、想一想 (Think) 等，幫助孩子在閱讀過程中發展思考能力，並鼓勵與同伴討論、表達自己的想法。After Reading:提供與故事主題相關或延伸的全方面練習，螺旋式複習所學，給孩子更多反思機會並加深學習成效。Explore More:(1) 提供兩則與故事內容相關的短文，除了加深閱讀能力，更延伸孩子的學習觸角，對故事主題能有更深一層的了解。(2) 短文亦附有MP3音檔，英語聽力和閱讀能力一次養成。(3) Level C 短文字數約 50~60 字。Made and Do:提供簡易的手作活動，讓孩子在看完故事後根據活動而發揮創意，讓孩子將所學跟生活連結。
Minibeast fans will quickly become minibeast experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on an animal book! Do you know all there is to know about minibeasts? Bees die when they sting you, centipedes have 100 legs and cockroaches are indestructible, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, there are so many minibeasts out there it's impossible to know everything about all of them . . .So, let's uncover the truth! From incredible insect architects to eating spiders in your sleep, discover how everything you think you know about creepy-crawlies is actually untrue in this in-depth, ingenious book with debunks many common myths about all kinds of minibeasts. With fascinating, friendly and easy-to-understand text written by zoologist Dr. Nick Crumpton and amazingly detailed colour artwork on every page, this beautifully produced hardback gift book with an stunning tactile cover will impress insect fans of any age.Also available in thi
This comprehensive and beautifully illustrated introduction to trees and the important role they play is part of the essential Nature All Around series. The book first explores the parts of trees, their life cycles, the difference between deciduous and evergreen trees, leaf types and the processes of photosynthesis and respiration. Then it takes readers through a year in the life cycle of trees, describing what happens during each of the four seasons. Readers will discover the many ways trees are vital to the environment and how various animals can share one tree as a home.A two-page spread contains a map of forest regions across the United States and Canada. And there's even a section for "budding" tree-watchers, with fun questions to help identify trees in their neighborhoods.Combine bestselling author Pamela Hickman's child-friendly, informative text with Carolyn Gavin's whimsical, painterly illustrations and you get both a complete reference tool and a book that children will be dr
Dinosaur fans will quickly become dinosaur experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on a dinosaur book! Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? They're mean, green and not very smart, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, even the experts can't be right all the time . . .So, let's uncover the truth! From fossilised feathers to long-necked lookalikes, this ingenious book is packed with so many amazing dinosaur discoveries, you'll soon become a palaeontology pro. Including jaw-dropping research that will debunk many myths about all kinds of prehistoric creatures - you'll never look at a pigeon the same way again! With fascinating, friendly and easy-to-understand text written by zoologist Dr. Nick Crumpton and amazingly detailed colour artwork on every page, this beautifully produced hardback gift book with an incredible tactile cover will delight dinosaur fans of any age.
This award-winning collection of adapted classic literature and original stories develops reading skills for low-beginning through advanced students. Accessible language and carefully controlled vocab
