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The Book of Samuel contains some of the most memorable accounts of the Bible: Hannah's prayer for a son and trust in the coming Messiah, God's call to Samuel at night in the tabernacle, the capture of Yahweh's ark, and the death of the high priest Eli. Narratives tell of the anointing of Saul as Israel's first king and his subsequent apostasy, the battle of David and Goliath, the messianic promise of the Son of David who will build God's house, and David's adultery with Bathsheba followed by his confession and absolution by the prophet Nathan. The fifty-five chapters of this single Hebrew book (1 and 2 Samuel in English Bibles) trace Israel's transition from a tribal confederacy designed to live under God's rule to a monarchy established and supported by God. When Israel felt it could no longer defend itself against the Philistines, the nation asked for a king "like all the nations" (1 Samuel 8:5). Their vulnerability was not a sign of God's failure but of Israel's failure. They had abandoned Yahweh for the worship of the gods of the nations who lived in Canaan, and God, in turn, had given them over to the nations. Yet within this book, there is abundant hope. Throughout the narrative of David's life, the promise of the Son of David is proclaimed again and again. As the lowly shepherd from Bethlehem is anointed to be king of Israel, we are given a Christological type that foreshadows the life, ministry, and eternal reign of the crucified and risen Jesus. Even David's notorious sins serve to demonstrate the forgiveness God freely bestows on us through David's Son and Lord. Contains the author's original translation of 1 Samuel, a verse-by-verse analysis of the Hebrew text, and a theological exposition of its message, both in its original setting in ancient Israel and for the church today Provides extensive background information about the history, chronology, geography, archaeology, and culture that is needed to understand this biblical book. Features the best textual readings, discerned by comparing the Hebrew Masoretic Text to other ancient versions, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Greek Septuagint, and Josephus About the Series The Concordia Commentary series is designed to enable pastors, professors, and teachers of the Word to proclaim the Gospel with greater insight, clarity, and faithfulness to the divine intent of the biblical text. This landmark work will cover all the canonical books of the Old and New Testaments, interpreting Scripture as a harmonious unity centered in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Every passage bears witness to the Good News that God has reconciled the world to himself through our Lord's life, death, and resurrection. This scholarly commentary series fully affirms the divine inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of Scripture as it emphasizes "that which promotes Christ" in each pericope.

This commentary explores the history, theology, and politics of 1 Samuel 1-15. The narrative's rich literary detail lays the foundation for Davidic kingship before David enters the scene: from Shiloh, the ark begins its journey south to Jerusalem; the monarchy is established through political negotiation and compromise between kin; and Saul, a cipher for northern kingship, is rejected in favour of one whom God prefers. Tracing the text's composition through monarchic and post-monarchic periods, the portrait of patrimonial kingship in 1 Samuel 1-15 is punctuated by the theopolitics of its eventual loss. This commentary engages a range of contemporary interpretive methodologies, including ethical, disability, interspecies, gender, and trauma-informed readings, to place the emergence of Israel's monarchy within broader discussions of power, violence, and divine-human relationships.

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What happened before the Big Bang? What is dark matter made of? Is time travel possible? And are we really alone in the universe?This book takes you to the outermost limits of our knowledge - to the place where modern physics, cosmology, the quantum world, and humanity's greatest questions meet.In 1,000 Mysteries of the Universe, Dominik Mikulaschek explains the most fascinating secrets of the cosmos in a clear, exciting, and easy-to-understand way. Instead of dry technical language, you can expect a captivating journey through the greatest unsolved mysteries of science: from the Big Bang, the expansion of the universe, and dark energy to black holes, relativity, quantum physics, and the multiverse, all the way to exoplanets, extraterrestrial life, the Fermi paradox, and the limits of human knowledge.What makes this book special:This book does not just provide fascinating facts - it connects knowledge with real understanding. In 20 chapters and 1,000 astonishing mini-modules, it shows what science truly knows today, where only theories exist, and which questions remain unsolved to this day. The result is a book that not only inspires wonder, but also promotes genuine understanding.This book is ideal for anyone interested in:the cosmos, astronomy, outer space, the universe, black holes, dark matter, dark energy, time travel, quantum physics, relativity, the multiverse, aliens, exoplanets, the Big Bang, astrophysics, and the greatest mysteries of science.What awaits you in this book:- the most exciting unsolved questions of the universe- clear explanations of complex scientific topics- fascinating facts about space, time, life, and reality- a clear overview of current theories, models, and open mysteries- ideal knowledge for curious teenagers and adultsWhy this book is different:1,000 Mysteries of the Universe is not an ordinary nonfiction book. It is a gripping journey through the greatest secrets of space, time, matter, and consciousness - written in an accessible way, logically structured, and full of aha moments. Perfect for anyone who does not just want to read about science, but truly understand it.

What happened before the Big Bang? What is dark matter made of? Is time travel possible? And are we really alone in the universe?This book takes you to the outermost limits of our knowledge - to the place where modern physics, cosmology, the quantum world, and humanity's greatest questions meet.In 1,000 Mysteries of the Universe, Dominik Mikulaschek explains the most fascinating secrets of the cosmos in a clear, exciting, and easy-to-understand way. Instead of dry technical language, you can expect a captivating journey through the greatest unsolved mysteries of science: from the Big Bang, the expansion of the universe, and dark energy to black holes, relativity, quantum physics, and the multiverse, all the way to exoplanets, extraterrestrial life, the Fermi paradox, and the limits of human knowledge.What makes this book special:This book does not just provide fascinating facts - it connects knowledge with real understanding. In 20 chapters and 1,000 astonishing mini-modules, it shows what science truly knows today, where only theories exist, and which questions remain unsolved to this day. The result is a book that not only inspires wonder, but also promotes genuine understanding.This book is ideal for anyone interested in:the cosmos, astronomy, outer space, the universe, black holes, dark matter, dark energy, time travel, quantum physics, relativity, the multiverse, aliens, exoplanets, the Big Bang, astrophysics, and the greatest mysteries of science.What awaits you in this book:- the most exciting unsolved questions of the universe- clear explanations of complex scientific topics- fascinating facts about space, time, life, and reality- a clear overview of current theories, models, and open mysteries- ideal knowledge for curious teenagers and adultsWhy this book is different:1,000 Mysteries of the Universe is not an ordinary nonfiction book. It is a gripping journey through the greatest secrets of space, time, matter, and consciousness - written in an accessible way, logically structured, and full of aha moments. Perfect for anyone who does not just want to read about science, but truly understand it.

Named a Best Gift Book/Best Travel Book of the Year by the New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, Associated Press, House Beautiful, Business Insider, The Daily Beast, Forbes, Fodor’s, The Points Guy, Seattle Times, and more<BR><BR>“This is the comfort food of travel books. . . . This book will sweep you off your feet.”—New York Times Book Review<BR>  <BR>“Gorgeous . . . breathtaking . . . spectacular.”—Publishers Weekly<BR><BR> Patricia Schultz curates the world. When she published the original 1,000 Places to See Before You Die, she created not only a new kind of travel book but also a new way of thinking about our experiences and interests.<BR>  <BR> Now Schultz captivates our hearts in the same compelling way her original book spoke to our minds. Moving from eloquent word to breathtaking image, she takes us on a visual journey of the best the world has to offer, and as we turn the pages and pore over these images, we feel it all: joy, curiosity, awe, passion, nostalgia (if we’ve been there), inspiration (because we want to go), and a profound and transforming sense of how lucky we are to live in a world filled with such beauty and wonder—to see tributaries of mist curling over the Great Wall, elephants grazing on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, the sun setting on the wild coast of Donegal, masked whirling dancers at a festival in Bhutan.<BR>  <BR> The book itself is a thing of beauty, an oversize feast of more than 1,000 all-new photographs and 544 pages, every spread and page designed to showcase these mesmerizing photographs and hold just enough of Schultz’s lively text that we know why it is we’re looking at them. It is a perfect gift for every traveler, every fan of the original, every dreamer whose Instagram feed is filled with pictures of places near and far.

The world is calling. Time to answer.<BR>  <BR> The world’s wonders, continent by continent: A trek through Morocco’s Atlas Mountains. Sri Lanka’s Hill Country. A sunrise balloon safari over the Masai Mara. Canyon de Chelly. The sacred festivals of Bhutan. The Amalfi Coast. Sailing the Mekong River.<BR>  <BR> In all, 1,000 places guaranteed to give travelers the shivers: sacred ruins, coral reefs, hilltop villages, deserted beaches, wine trails, hidden islands, opera houses, wildlife preserves, castles, museums, and more. Each entry tells why it’s essential to visit and includes hotels, restaurants, and festivals to check out. Then come the completely updated nuts and bolts: websites, phone numbers, prices, best times to visit.<BR><BR>1,000 Places to See Before You Die is the world’s bestselling travel book and a #1 New York Times bestseller. 1,000 Places reinvented the idea of travel book as both wish list and practical guide. As Newsweek wrote, it “tells you what’s beautiful, what’s fun, and what’s just unforgettable—everywhere on earth.” Second edition includes 600 full-color photographs, over 200 entirely new entries. More suggestions for places to stay, restaurants to visit, festivals to check out. And along with starred restaurants and historic hotels, you'll also find moderately priced gems that don’t compromise on atmosphere or charm.

Written for anaesthesia trainees, this comprehensive text covers all the MCQ preparation required for both the Primary and Final FRCA exams. Broken down into five sections, there are 150 questions for each of the physics, pharmacology, anatomy, and physiology sections, and a fifth section of 400 questions covering clinical anaesthesia. The first four sections of 150 questions match the Primary exam and are laid out to follow its format. The fifth clinical section covers the entire clinical syllabus. The authors are educators in anaesthesia and surgery and their wealth of experience has been brought together in this text to benefit the next generation of anaesthetists. Covering the entire syllabus, with 1,000 expertly distributed questions, this is the most comprehensive text available for MCQ preparation for both parts of the FRCA.

In einem bewusst vielstimmigen Ansatz regt die Ausstellung und der sie begleitende Katalog 1,5 Grad dazu an, neugierig und innovativ, anteilnehmend und handelnd der Klimakrise zu begegnen. Mehr als 30 internationale Künstler*innen, darunter melanie bonajo, Julian Charrière, Olaf Holzapfel, Ernesto Neto, Otobong Nkanga, Laure Prouvost und Marianna Simnett untersuchen das komplexe Zusammenwirken von Mensch, Natur und Technik und formulieren Lösungsansätze: von der Speicherung großer Datenmengen in der DNA von Pflanzen, zu Algen als Energieträgern und Kleinstlebewesen als empathischen Gesprächspartnern. Unter Einbeziehung aller Sammlungsbereiche der Mannheimer Kunsthalle sowie neuer Außen-Installationen auf dem Gelände der Bundesgartenschau in Mannheim stellt das Buch Ansätze vor, die mit Mitteln der Kunst die Koexistenz der Spezies neu denken und Hoffnung in einer beschädigten Welt spenden lässt.

Informationen zum Titel: Sally's Dictionary ist das Wörterbuch für Ihren Englischunterricht mit Sally . Die Anlehnung an die Unit-Struktur des Lehrwerks erleichtert dabei den Kindern die Orientierung. Informationen zur Reihenausgabe: Vokabeltrainer-App: Wortschatztraining Ob nachhaltiges Lernen oder schnelles Pauken: Mit der App passend zum Lehrwerk effektiv zu Hause oder unterwegs per Smartphone oder Tablet üben. Das Vokabeltraining ist genau auf das jeweilige Schulbuch ausgerichtet. Einzelne Wortschatzpakete können kostenlos als Testversion ausprobiert werden. Informationen zur Reihe: Sally, das lustige Känguru, begleitet die Kinder auf ihren ersten Schritten in der englischen Sprache. Mit Sally lernen sie in realitätsnahen Situationen englische Sprechmuster kennen und bauen stetig kommunikative Kompetenz auf. Sally steht auch für die Grundideen des Lehrwerks: S - Stories: Geschichten aus der Kinderliteratur, Hörgeschichten und Comics A - Activities: authentische Reime und Lieder, Spiele, TPR-Übungen und Raps L - Language Awareness: Schulung des Sprachbewusstseins L - Life and Culture: Alltagsleben, Feste und Landeskunde Y - Young Learner Orientation: motivierende, handlungsorientierte Aufgaben Das Activity Book ist voller Übungen zum Erarbeiten des produktiven Wortschatzes und kleiner Schreibaufgaben. Mit der Audio-CD hören die Kinder auch zu Hause englische Lieder und Reime. Das Activity Book - Förderheft (ab Klasse 3) bietet Aufgaben mit reduziertem Anforderungsniveau. Das Pupil's Book (ab Klasse 3) enthält Geschichten, die das Hörverstehen schulen. Die Lieder und Reime fordern zum Mitsingen und Mitsprechen auf. Fotos und kindgerechte Illustrationen bieten weitere Sprechanlässe. Die Lehrermaterialien enthalten die Lösungen zum Activity Book, konkrete Stundenvorschläge, zusätzliche editierbare Kopiervorlagen, Wortschatzspiele, einen Stoffverteilungsplan und weitere Planungshilfen. Alle Hörmaterialien des Lehrwerks finden Sie auf den beiden Audio-CDs. Sally's Dictionary ist das Wörterbuch für Ihren Englischunterricht mit Sally . Die Anlehnung an die Unit-Struktur des Lehrwerks erleichtert dabei den Kindern die Orientierung. Die Bild-Wort-Kartei mit BOOKii-Funktion enthält den wichtigsten Wortschatz der Lehrwerk-Units. Mit dem beiliegenden Wortschatzheft sichern die Kinder das Schriftbild und wiederholen Redemittel. Fit for five - ergänzendes Übungsheft: Lassen Sie die Kinder gegen Ende der 4. Klasse zeigen, was sie im Englischunterricht gelernt haben. Die Aufgaben sind abgestimmt auf die Einstiegsthemen der 5. Klasse. Mit Lösungsteil. Die Freiarbeitsbox enthält viele Wortschatz- und Sprachlernspiele wie Bingo, Domino, Klammerkarten und Brettspiele auf verschiedenen Niveaus. Bild- und Geschichtenkarten veranschaulichen Wortschatz und Hörgeschichten. Wortkarten zeigen die Wörter der einzelnen Unterrichtseinheiten (Darstellung als Patchword auf der Rückseite). Sally's English Tests: Fertige Lernstandskontrollen zu den grundlegenden Unterrichtseinheiten des Lehrwerks - mit Audio-CD bzw. CD-Extra, die neben dem Audio-Material alle Lernstandskontrollen als veränderbare Kopiervorlagen enthält. Interaktive Tafelbilder: Interaktive Übungen zur Wortschatzarbeit für die 3. und 4. Klasse. Einfach zu bedienen und unabhängig von einer Boardsoftware.

THE 1.6v STARDEW VALLEY ORIGINAL FANMADE GAMING GUIDE, PLANNER, AND CHECKLIST IS HERE! Take your Stardew Valley strategy gaming to the next level with this 5-year planner. Track your farm progress, answer fun Q and A questions, and achieve end-game content with complete walkthroughs and tips.

The inspiration for the electrifying live-action film streaming now on Netflix!<BR><BR>Looking for another sweaty, sporty, rivals-to-lovers romance? Dip into your new obsession with this ballroom sensation! The beautifully-detailed, lithe bodies of the two "kings of the ballroom" fly across the dance floor as rivals build a volatile bond in this red-hot romance!<BR> <BR>IT TAKES TWO<BR><BR>Shinya Sugiki, the dashing lord of Standard Ballroom, and Shinya Suzuki, passionate king of Latin Dance: The two share more than just a first name and a love of the sport. They each want to become champion of the 10-Dance Competition, which means they'll need to learn the other's specialty dances, and who better to learn from than the best? But old rivalries die hard, and things get complicated even further when they realize there might be more between them than an uneasy partnership...

Yaoi fans, dip into your new obsession! The beautifully-detailed, lithe bodies of the two "kings of the ballroom" fly across the dance floor as rivals build a volatile bond in this red-hot romance!<BR><BR>TO THE TUNE OF ANOTHER<BR><BR>While Shinya Sugiki's learning to move to the sensual beats of Latin Ballroom, Shinya Suzuki's finding it tough to master the waltz, especially without the help of music. Suzuki can't help but resent Sugiki's passionless, critical training; but when he flies out to England to watch Sugiki compete on the international stage, he realizes there might be more to that stoic demeanor. What's more, when their eyes meet in the final dance, a feeling settles in Suzuki that he doesn't understand, and can't easily shake...

Yaoi fans, dip into your new obsession! The beautifully-detailed, lithe bodies of the two "kings of the ballroom" fly across the dance floor as rivals build a volatile bond in this red-hot romance!Kiss Me MoreSuzuki is so conflicted by his feelings for Sugiki that it's affecting his Latin dancing. But when Sugiki tries to teach him how to connect better with his female partner, he ends up strengthening the connection between the two men instead. As they grapple with their feelings for each other, an unexpected rival steps into view. Suzuki begins to realize what dancing truly means to him, but if he pursues his dream, will it cost him his relationship with Sugiki?

Dip into your new obsession in this steamy gay ballroom romance! The beautifully-detailed, lithe bodies of the two "kings of the ballroom" fly across the dance floor as rivals build a volatile bond in this red-hot romance!<BR><BR>IT TAKES TWO<BR> <BR>Shinya Sugiki, the dashing lord of Standard Ballroom, and Shinya Suzuki, passionate king of Latin Dance: The two share more than just a first name and a love of the sport. They each want to become champion of the 10-Dance Competition, which means they'll need to learn the other's specialty dances, and who better to learn from than the best? But old rivalries die hard, and things get complicated even further when they realize there might be more between them than an uneasy partnership...

Fans of airplanes can count down from ten to one as they follow ten different planes soaring through the air.<BR><BR>Ten little airplanes pass their preflight check. All clear to go—Yay! Time to start their trek.<BR><BR>Get ready to fly! On each page of this sturdy, action-packed board book, young readers can count down their favorite airplanes from ten to one. Along the way, flight fans will spot a glider, a firefighting plane, a vintage Boeing Super Stearman, a sea plane, and many more. With noisy words on every page, this is the perfect book to read aloud with your little aviator.<BR><BR>Also available:<BR>10 Little Tractors<BR>10 Little Excavators<BR>10 Little Construction Trucks<BR>10 Little Race Cars<BR>10 Little Monster Trucks

Fans of monster trucks can count down from ten to one as they follow ten different crunching, munching, roaring trucks!<BR><BR>Ten little monster trucks geared up for a show. Crowd gives a cheer—Roar! Ready, set . . . go! <BR><BR>Get ready to rumble! On each page of this sturdy, action-packed board book, young readers can count down their favorite monster trucks from ten to one. Truck lovers will spot a shark truck, a school bus truck, even a unicorn truck, all performing stunts as they race around the arena. With noisy words on every page, this is the perfect book to read aloud—REALLY LOUD!—with your little monster truck fan.<BR><BR>Also available:<BR>10 Little Tractors<BR>10 Little Excavators<BR>10 Little Construction Trucks<BR>10 Little Race Cars<BR>10 Little Airplanes<BR>

A WATERSTONES CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR<BR>'Warmth and acerbic wit ... deeply enjoyable' TELEGRAPH BEST CRIME BOOKS OF THE YEAR<BR>'Cosy and classy in equal measure' JANICE HALLETT, author of THE APPEAL<BR>'Oozes charm, wit and bloody murder' JONATHAN WHITELAW, author of THE BINGO HALL DETECTIVES<BR>'Beautifully unguessable ... bursting with life ... brilliant!' ALEX HAY, author of THE HOUSEKEEPERS<BR><BR>Audrey Brooks loves people. She even loves clearing up their messes - which is lucky, as she works as a cleaner. The only thing more satisfying than making a new acquaintance smile is shifting a particularly stubborn stain.<BR><BR>Lewis McLennon finds people irritating. Especially people like Audrey. His writing career is in the toilet and he hates his day job. His closest relationship is with his coffee machine and, frankly, he likes it that way.<BR><BR>The only thing they have in common is that they both live in the smallest square in London. And that one of their neighbours is currently lying dead on his kitchen floor.<BR><BR>The police think the victim's wife did it. Their landlady, Celeste, is having none of that. And so a very unwilling detective duo is born. In theory they have the skills to find the real killer - if they don't kill each other first. But should they be looking closer to home?<BR><BR>The perfect mystery for fans of Tom Hindle, Janice Hallett and Kristen Perrin.<BR><BR>**Audrey, Lewis and Celeste return in MURDER LIKE CLOCKWORK - available to pre-order now!**

Preface: How we think about the impact of what we do is more important than what we do Chapter 1: I am an evaluator of my impact on student learningChapter 2: I see assessment as informing my impact and next steps Chapter 3: I collaborate with my peers and my students about my conceptions of progress and my impact Chapter 4: I am a change agent and believe all students can improveChapter 5: I strive for challenge and not merely 'doing my best' Chapter 6: I give and help students understand feedback and I interpret and act on feedback given to me Chapter 7: I engage as much in dialogue as monologue Chapter 8: I explicitly inform students what successful impact looks like from the outsetChapter 9: I build relationships and trust so that learning can occur in a place where it is safe to make mistakes and learn from others Chapter 10: I focus on the learning and the language of learning Chapter 11: Visible Learning: a vision

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2019<BR><BR>'Expect vibrant, vivid and eye-opening descriptions of Middle Eastern life propelled by a tender storyline, all in Shafak's haunting, beautiful and considered prose' Vanity Fair<BR><BR>'Incredibly sensuous and poetic and evocative' Pandora Sykes<BR> 'In the first minute following her death, Tequila Leila's consciousness began to ebb, slowly and steadily, like a tide receding from the shore. Her brain cells, having run out of blood, were now completely deprived of oxygen. But they did not shut down. Not right away...'<BR><BR>For Leila, each minute after her death brings a sensuous memory: the taste of spiced goat stew, sacrificed by her father to celebrate the long-awaited birth of a son; the sight of bubbling vats of lemon and sugar which women use to wax their legs while men attend mosque; the scent of cardamom coffee that she shares with a handsome student in the brothel where she works. Each memory, too, recalls the friends Leila made at each key moment in her life - friends who are now desperately trying to find her. . .<BR><BR>'Simply magnificent, a truly captivating work of immense power and beauty, on the essence of life and its end' Philippe Sands<BR><BR>'Elif Shafak brings into the written realm what so many others want to leave outside. Spend more than ten minutes and 38 seconds in this world of the estranged. Shafak makes a new home for us in words' Colum McCann <BR><BR>'A rich, sensual novel... This is a novel that gives voice to the invisible, the untouchable, the abused and the damaged, weaving their painful songs into a thing of beauty.' Financial Times<BR><BR>'One of the best writers in the world today' Hanif Kureishi <BR><BR>*** PRE-ORDER ELIF SHAFAK'S NEW NOVEL IN ONE BRIEF MOMENT ALL ETERNITY NOW ***

Shortlisted for the 2019 Booker Prize Named a Best Book of the Year by Bookpage, NPR, Washington Post, and The EconomistA moving novel on the power of friendship in our darkest times, from internationally renowned writer and speaker Elif Shafak.In the pulsating moments after she has been murdered and left in a dumpster outside Istanbul, Tequila Leila enters a state of heightened awareness. Her heart has stopped beating but her brain is still active-for 10 minutes 38 seconds. While the Turkish sun rises and her friends sleep soundly nearby, she remembers her life-and the lives of others, outcasts like her. Tequila Leila's memories bring us back to her childhood in the provinces, a highly oppressive milieu with religion and traditions, shaped by a polygamous family with two mothers and an increasingly authoritarian father. Escaping to Istanbul, Leila makes her way into the sordid industry of sex trafficking, finding a home in the city's historic Street of Brothels. This is a dark, violent world, but Leila is tough and open to beauty, light, and the essential bonds of friendship. In Tequila Leila's death, the secrets and wonders of modern Istanbul come to life, painted vividly by the captivating tales of how Leila came to know and be loved by her friends. As her epic journey to the afterlife comes to an end, it is her chosen family who brings her story to a buoyant and breathtaking conclusion.

This bright and colourful CGP Activity Book is full to the brim with English practice for ages 5-7, as well as over 100 fantastic stickers. It's carefully matched to the National Curriculum, and covers spelling, punctuation, grammar and reading comprehension - ideal for quick and engaging practice. Answers are included at the back. Each page takes around 10 minutes to complete, and at the end of every one, pupils can reward themselves with a fun sticker! There are charming characters throughout, as well as a puzzle page. Stickers, colourful characters, puzzles... what's not to love? We also have sticker Activity Books for KS1 Spelling, Phonics and Handwriting - don't miss out!

- 1: Long vowel sounds- 2: Short vowel sounds- 3: The letter y- 4: Long "a" spelling patterns- 5: Long "e" spelling patterns- 6: Long "i" spelling patterns- 7: Long "o" spelling patterns- 8: Long "u" spelling patterns- 9: Useful word list 1- 10: The vowel pair oo- 11: Other vowel sounds- 12: More vowel sounds- 13: Vowels with r- 14: Letter blends- 15: Syllables- 16: More syllables- 17: Double consonants- 18: Compound words- 19: Plural endings- 20: Prefix power- 21: Useful word list 2- 22: Suffixes- 23: Homophones- 24: Antonyms- 25: Synonyms- 26: Verb endings- 27: The letters c and g- 28: Which word?- 29: Sentence sense- 30: Spelling sense- 31: Useful word list 3- 32: Parents' notes and answers

Practise makes perfect in just ten minutes a day!There is nothing more important than your child's education, but sometimes it's difficult to find the time to squeeze everything in. Part of the best-selling Carol Vorderman "Made Easy" home-learning workbooks, the 10 Minutes a Day series fits in around busy lives. Aimed at ages 7 to 11, Spelling covers a range of subjects, from prefixes and syllables through nouns and verbs to apostrophes and common endings. Every subject is clearly introduced so children can complete the exercises on their own or under guidance. For the eager student, there are extra challenges on every page if they finish the questions within 10 minutes, or if they want to carry on practising. Answers are also provided so there's no need to worry if you don't know your "ei" from your "ie" or your hyphens from your homophones - everyone can learn at home together!

From breakups that ended empires to naps that sank ships, 10 Mistakes That Changed History reveals how overlooked historical errors are responsible for some of the most era-defining events of the past.Featuring many of the most recognisable characters and episodes in history, from Cleopatra to the sinking of the Titanic, comedian and historian Paul Coulter reframes our understanding of these pivotal moments, revealing how human errors and their unintended outcomes have governed our world - and will likely determine our future.Packed full of surprising facts and funny stories, 10 Mistakes That Changed History is a greatest hits of bad leadership decisions, misguided acts of heroism and mankind's most catastrophic lapses of judgement. These are the very human stories that have shaped our world, all with monumental consequences.**************Praise for the hit live show:Top pick of the Edinburgh Fringe 2024, credited as one of the best shows by Scottish Herald, Mervyn Stutter and the Edinburgh Reporter.'So engaging and entertaining that forgot I was there to review it.' Theatre Weekly 'Entertaining and informative.' Edinburgh Reporter'The perfect balance between entertaining and educating.' Corr Blimey'Coulter cleverly weaves the well-researched facts with modern day parallels; turning historical figures into relatable misfits.' Glam Adelaide 'Coulter's storytelling unmatched, and his references to current pop culture relevant and hilarious.' Edinburgh Fringe Review 'Infectiously charming.' LondonTheatre1'A hilarious blend of storytelling, facts and comedy.' On the Record

A new collection of stories, perfect for bedtime reading. Full colour throughout. Ages: 4+

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Follow the yellow brick road into Oz, explore the Snow Queen's icy palace and join Alice in Wonderland in this collection of much-loved stories, including classic fairytales Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. Each beautifully illustrated tale in this hardback book takes just ten minutes to read - perfect for dipping into at bedtime.<BR><BR>Chapters in this book include:<BR>- Cinderella (Charles Perrault)<BR>- The Golden Goose (The Brothers Grimm)<BR>- The Wizard of Oz (L. Frank Baum)<BR>- The Wind in the Willows (Kenneth Grahame)<BR>- The Snow Queen (Hans Christian Andersen)<BR>- The Magic Pear Tree (a folk tale from China)<BR>- Sleeping Beauty (Charles Perrault)<BR>- The Magic Porridge Pot (The Brothers Grimm)<BR>- The Nutcracker (E.T.A. Hoffman)<BR>- Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (Lewis Carroll)

'laugh-out-loud moments with plenty of zombie chaos...the banter was brilliant, the pacing never let up... I flew through it.'Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿When life takes an apocalyptic turn, Zoey and Nick find out if their love story can survive a little bite...Smoothie shop owner Zoey has always had a thing for men with brains. So, when she meets the brilliant and stunningly handsome local mushroom farmer, Nick she's instantly drawn to him.Wanting a reason to call her new crush, Zoey enlists Nick help (and his mushrooms) with her latest brain-boosting smoothie recipe. Before long, they have a viral sensation on their hands.Sparks fly as Zoey and Nick grow closer, but when the locals start behaving weirdly-with strange mumblings and a fondness for biting-they wonder just how viralthe side effects might be for their brand-new drink.Can they find an antidote to the zombie apocalypse they may have unwittingly started before everything falls apart... literally?PRAISE FOR 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT ZOMBIES:'A must read if you like your apocalypse lighthearted, with plenty of cozy romcom chaos amidst the zombie shenanigans.' Mira González, author of Strange Lights'Need more asap!.' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿'I was hooked!' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿'Blooming marvellous.' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿

A man’s birthday bucket list could lead him to a brand-new love in this sweet Boys’ Love story. From the creator of Wanna Be My Dress-Up Lover? and Natsume Wants to be Trained—both also available from Seven Seas. And don't miss the live action adaptation!<BR><BR>Suzume Tōjō is just three months away from turning forty and realizes there’s so much he hasn’t done with his life! So, he makes a plan: create a private list of things he’s always wanted to do and check them off before turning the big four-oh. It’s a rather simple list, filled with goals that should be easy to accomplish, like a takoyaki party, enjoying a parfait out in a cafe, and spending his birthday with a lover. Except, that last one comes with a major problem—Tōjō hasn’t had a lover in ten years! But when Keishi Tanaka, Tōjō’s handsome junior at the company, discovers the secret list, he’s determined to help Tōjō check off every single item—starting with the “lover” part!<BR><BR>A fun, sexy BL romp between an assertive junior colleague and a senior past his prime!

ROMANCE RULES WERE MADE TO BE BROKEN!<BR><BR>Suzume Tōjō, freshly forty, has done the impossible—found love again after a decade-long dry spell! His new boyfriend is none other than his handsome junior at work, the ten years younger Keishi Tanaka. Now the real challenge begins: keeping their professional and private lives from crashing into each other!<BR><BR>Their relationship rules are simple:<BR>1. Maintain the same distance at the office.<BR>2. No pet names on the clock!<BR>3. Don’t spend the whole day staring at Keishi.<BR>4. Good behavior earns a special reward…<BR><BR>Can Suzume survive the temptation of a gorgeous younger partner at the office? The smash-hit, high-heat romance continues!

A man’s birthday bucket list could lead him to a brand-new love in this sweet Boys’ Love story. From the creator of Wanna Be My Dress-Up Lover? and Natsume Wants to be Trained—both also available from Seven Seas!<BR><BR>Suzume Tōjō is just three months away from turning forty and realizes there’s so much he hasn’t done with his life! So, he makes a plan: create a private list of things he’s always wanted to do and check them off before turning the big four-oh. It’s a rather simple list, filled with goals that should be easy to accomplish, like a takoyaki party, enjoying a parfait out in a cafe, and spending his birthday with a lover. Except, that last one comes with a major problem—Tōjō hasn’t had a lover in ten years! But when Keishi Tanaka, Tōjō’s handsome junior at the company, discovers the secret list, he’s determined to help Tōjō check off every single item—starting with the “lover” part!<BR><BR>A fun, sexy BL romp between an assertive junior colleague and a senior past his prime!

"Brilliance on every single page."-CHRISTINA LAUREN, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, for Boyfriend MaterialWhat if one impulsive lie gave you the second chance you never knew you needed?From USA Today bestseller Alexis Hall, 10 Things That Never Happened is a laugh-out-loud, slow-burn queer rom-com brimming with British wit, workplace tension, and unexpected heart.Sam Becker's job isn't glamorous, but the quirky team he manages feels like home. Even his boss, the cold and calculating Jonathan Forest, has become a part of his strange little routine. Then comes a clumsy accident, a panicked lie about amnesia, and one very guilty billionaire whose icy exterior starts to thaw.Jonathan shows up with soup, softness, and something dangerously close to care. As Sam fakes forgetfulness to keep the peace, their chemistry becomes impossible to ignore. But a relationship built on a lie can only last so long and Sam's running out of time to tell the truth.A delightfully fun spinoff to the bestselling London Calling series, this witty, emotionally layered romance delivers on the tension of enemies-to-lovers, the comfort of found family, and the quiet thrill of discovering someone might actually see you."The apotheosis of the rom-com."-Entertainment Weekly, A+ Review, for Boyfriend Material"Delicious, ridiculous, and often poignant." -Talia Hibbert, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, for Husband Material"Every once in a while you read a book that you want to SCREAM FROM ROOFTOPS about. I'm screaming, people!"-Sonali Dev, award-winning author, for Boyfriend Material

The Ten Thresholds of Inner Transformation<BR><BR>10 Things to Learn: Ancient Wisdom for the Modern Soul explores what it means to remain fully human in an age increasingly defined by technology, optimization, and artificial intelligence. While modern civilization has expanded humanity’s power and capability, it has not eliminated suffering, grief, fear, or the need for purpose. This book argues that the deepest dimensions of life cannot be solved through efficiency or control. Instead, human growth emerges through a series of necessary initiations—moments of collapse, surrender, loss, rest, and devotion that shape the soul. Blending mythology, philosophy, memoir, and poetic reflection, the book offers readers a timeless framework for navigating modern emotional and spiritual disorientation.<BR><BR>Structured around ten symbolic “gates,” Sean Stone's book reframes life as a cyclical journey of awakening rather than a linear pursuit of success. These gates—Falling, Surrendering, Crying, Caring, Hating, Creating, Sharing, Loving, Breathing, and Laughing—each represent a threshold of psychological and spiritual transformation. Drawing from traditions ranging from Greek mythology and Biblical narratives to Eastern philosophy and archetypal storytelling, the work creates a unified map of human development. The tone combines lyrical prose with intellectual depth, positioning the book at the intersection of Joseph Campbell’s mythological interpretation, Alan Watts’s spiritual inquiry, and the literary introspection of Hermann Hesse.<BR><BR>At a time of accelerating change, rising anxiety, and the collapse of traditional structures of meaning, 10 Things to Learn offers something increasingly rare: not merely insight, but initiation. It speaks to readers seeking coherence in a fragmented world as it restores a sense of passage through the defining ordeals of human life.

Wingman 101: Make him fall head over heels in love.BradWhat's a straight guy to do when he accidentally goes on a date with his brand new gym-bro? Offer to be the best wingman ever, of course! It's foolproof.Joey needs a man? I'll find him one.He wants someone who looks, well, kind of like me? No problem!Not into watersports? I've got him covered.The issue is, going on all these dates with Joey makes me realize I want more of his time to be spent with me. I like the guy. And his smile. And the way he makes me feel like anything is possible.Except... I can't possibly be who Joey needs. He wants his forever person. His great big love.And no matter how perfect the dude's abs are or how skilled he is as a cuddle-bro, the two of us will never be more than friends. Because I'm straight.Right?10 Ways to Accidentally Fall in Love is a lighthearted romantic comedy with disastrous dates, more innuendo than is probably healthy, an oblivious sweetheart, the gym-dude who falls for him swiftly, and a HEA loaded with firsts. It has characters who originally appeared in Himbo (Elite 8 Studios Book 4) but is set as a standalone.

In celebration of its 10th anniversary, a revised and updated edition of the award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller that changed the way we look at meditation and mindfulness, expanded with new material by Dan Harris.After having a nationally televised panic attack on Good Morning America, Dan Harris knew he had to make some changes for his anxiety. A lifelong nonbeliever, he found himself on a bizarre adventure involving a disgraced pastor, a mysterious self-help guru, and a gaggle of brain scientists. Eventually, Harris realized that the source of his problems was the very thing he always thought was his greatest asset: the incessant, insatiable voice in his head.We all have an inner narrator. It's what has us losing our temper unnecessarily, checking our email compulsively, eating when we're not hungry, and fixating on the past and the future at the expense of the present. Most of us assume we're stuck with this voice-that there's nothing we can do to rein it in-but Harris stumbled upon an effective, science-backed way to do just that.10% Happier 10th Anniversary is now considered a classic text on the power of meditation, a practical introduction to the practice that can convert even the most hardened skeptic. With over a million copies sold, this popular personal growth memoir is the go-to guide, and with meditation now a widely accepted and encouraged practice, Dan Harris is a pivotal and approachable figure in the field who has built a thriving platform based on the ideas he first presented in this book.In this 10th Anniversary Edition, Harris offers a new preface reflecting on how much has changed-for him and for the public perceptions of meditation, plus a revised and expanded appendix, filled with guided meditations and practical advice for anyone looking for stress management tools and how to boot up a habit.In this no-nonsense guide to taming the inner critic, you'll discover:- A Skeptic's Guide to Meditation: Follow a cynical news anchor on his bizarre and hilarious journey as he discovers a practical, science-backed way to manage the voice in his head.- Evidence-Based Anxiety Relief: Learn how to reduce stress without losing your edge, based on insights from brain scientists and Harris's own reluctant experimentation after a televised panic attack.- Taming Your Inner Critic: Understand the source of the incessant inner narrator that fuels bad habits and learn a simple, effective exercise to rein it in.- New 10th Anniversary Edition: Explore an all-new preface on the evolution of meditation and an expanded appendix of guided practices to help you start-and stick with-the habit.

Dark Horse Books proudly presents this hardcover memoir collection showcasing the work of the legendary Eisner Award-winning comic book creator Jeff Lemire, who has created some of the most iconic stories in modern comics.<BR><BR>Featuring his brilliant work from Sweet Tooth, Essex County, Black Hammer, Descender, and so much more. Lemire takes the reader book-by-book, writing essays about the making of each project, showcasing artwork from all of them, details about his personal life during the creation of each book, sharing some never-before-seen process material on each book, and unpublished stories as well. This is the ultimate book for Jeff Lemire and modern comic book fans.<BR><BR><BR>“A gorgeous, helpful memoir/visual journey of how Jeff Lemire found his voice, his vision, and all of the messiness that entailed. Essential reading for any up-and-coming comics creator!”—Patton Oswalt<BR><BR>"A deeply reflective and visually rich memoir that offers an inside look at the creative evolution of one of modern comics’ most influential and prolific figures...An astoundingly candid chronicle of Lemire’s artistic process and evolution as a person, with strong appeal for fans and aspiring creators."—Library Journal Starred Review

10,000 Knitted Hats is a fun and clever flip-page instruction book for designing and building your own unique headwear creations. This interactive knitting book contains photographs of different hat brims, bodies and crowns that can be combined in a total of 10,626 ways to create unique hat patterns. Once you've chosen your design, turn over the pages for the correct written pattern for that combination of parts. You can then use the handy embellishments section to add any extra features to the basic design. The hat brims, bodies and crowns use many stitches, some familiar and others new. Find colour work, both easy and more challenging, along with slipped-stitch patterns, cables, lace and texture, all explained clearly in the handy techniques section. Aimed at all ability levels, there is something for everyone. You'll never need another hat book!

Little ones will love pushing the sound buttons and singing along with this cute and colorful nursery rhyme book with 10 songs!Press the 10 colorful sound buttons to hear instrumental nursery rhyme favorites including “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star,” and more. The sturdy picture tabs make it easy for young children to turn the pages to find their favorite nursery rhymes. Kids can then press the corresponding buttons to hear the instrumental versions of classic nursery rhymes and read along with the lyrics. With bright and adorable illustrations and 10 popular nursery rhyme songs to listen to, kids will love pressing the buttons and singing along in this interactive book.Included nursery rhymes: “The Wheels on the Bus” “The Itsy Bitsy Spider” “Old MacDonald” “Pat-a-Cake” “Mary Had a Little Lamb” “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” “Happy Birthday” “Little Miss Muffet” “Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes” “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star”

Are you ready to reclaim your mobility? You don't need to endure grueling workouts or risk falling to feel energetic and pain-free again. In this practical, 28-day guide, you will discover the healing art of Tai Chi adapted entirely for the safety and comfort of your favorite chair.In just 10 minutes a day, you can gently unlock stiff joints, rebuild your core balance, and melt away daily stress. This book is specifically crafted for seniors and those with limited mobility, offering an accessible path to reclaiming independence from the comfort of home.Inside this 28-day program, you will find:The Foundations of Seated Tai Chi: Principles to enhance joint health.Safe Posture & Space: How to set up a secure, slip-free practice environment.Weekly Progression: Moving from gentle joint awakenings to core stability and mastering the seated flow.Stress Relief: Breathing techniques like the 4-7-8 method to calm the mind and reduce anxiety.Adaptability: Specific strategies for handling flare-ups and chronic stiffness.This is more than an exercise routine; it is a holistic approach to enhancing your well-being and maintaining your mobility journey for life.

Train yourself for real Korean interactions in 10-minute chunks! You'll reach a lower intermediate level after just 50 days. How You'll Learn: - Study in chunks short enough for any schedule - Learn through natural conversation - Pick up practical grammar you can apply anywhere - Listen, repeat, and role-play with audio read by native speakers Not all of us can study for 30 minutes or more each day. Life is crazy - we understand! That's why we've created a book for beginners that fits right into your schedule. Reach a lower intermediate level in just 50 days. 10 Minutes A Day - Find all your study material on just two pages every day. Read, listen, repeat, and practice in 10 minutes - you won't find a Korean textbook easier to follow. Real-Life Conversations - Learn with natural conversations that touch on daily life in Korea and elsewhere. After 50 days, you'll be able to hold your own in a variety of real situations. Practical Grammar, Learn Naturally - Pick up handy grammar points and vocabulary in context. Stay on track with helpful explanations. Each lesson helps build a base you can use to keep studying later. Listen and Repeat - Use our audio track to check comprehension, model pronunciation, and practice speaking your part. Get immersed with ambient sound recorded in Korea. If you're looking for a fun and easy start to your studies, 10-Minute Korean is the book for you.

This brand-new book in the Clever Kids® series contains over 100 quick-fire number puzzles to exercise young minds.From number chains and simple calculations to target sums and times-table challenges, it's packed with activities designed to test maths skills in 10 minutes or less. Written by bestselling puzzle book author Gareth Moore, this book is guaranteed to keep children's brains busy and provide hours of fun as they try to beat the clock.