A swim in a pond in the rain: In which four russians give a master class on w…

For the last twenty years, George Saunders has been teaching a class on the Russian short story to his MFA students at Syracuse University. In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, he shares a version of that class with us, offering some of what he and his students have discovered together over the years. Paired with iconic short stories by Chekhov, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Gogol, the seven essays in thi…

Hippo Owns Up: A book about telling the truth (Behaviour Matters)

Hippo is having a bad day. It all started when he missed his breakfast. He can’t concentrate in class and his tummy won’t stop rumbling. And when he sees Mrs Croc’s special chocolate cake, he can’t resist. Now somebody else is getting the blame for eating it. Will Hippo do the right thing and tell the truth and make amends for what he’s done?

Flamingo is Brave: A Book about Feeling Scared

This new series of picture books provide a great introduction to discussing emotions for preschoolers. Each book in this series is perfect for talking about emotions, boosting self-esteem, and reinforcing good behavior for preschoolers. This vibrant set with illustrated animals is designed for sharing in a classroom, or at home, with key discussion words that pop in bold type. Key features: …

Behaviour Matters Giraffe Is Left Out

Feeling bullied is a common concern among young people. Readers will discover constructive ways to deal with feeling left out and bullied as they explore what happens when both Giraffe and Leopard exclude each other. This relatable fictional story told through entertaining animal characters is meant to help readers discover healthy ways to handle their feelings. Bright illustrations provide a f…

1984

Winston Smith berusaha menjalani hidupnya sebagai warga negara yang patuh terhadap aturan-aturan Partai, walaupun hati dan pikirannya memberontak. Winston tidak berani melawan terang-terangan, sebab Big Brother senantiasa mengawasi semua orang. Tak ada privasi bagi siapa pun. Segalanya diatur oleh Negara, bahkan sejarah pun ditulis ulang sesuai kebutuhan. Big Brother menuntut kepatuhan dan kese…

Animal farm

Suatu malam, Major, si babi tua yang bijaksana, mengumpulkan para binatang di peternakan untuk bercerita tentang mimpinya. Setelah sekian lama hidup di bawah tirani manusia, Major mendapat visi bahwa kelak sebuah pemberontakan akan dilakukan binatang terhadap manusia; menciptakan sebuah dunia di mana binatang akan berkuasa atas dirinya sendiri. Tak lama, pemberontakan benar-benar terjadi. Ke…

Down and out in Paris and London

Down and Out in Paris and London is a work that explores the gritty underbelly of two of Europe's most iconic cities, offering an unflinching portrayal of poverty, hardship, and the resilience of the human spirit. Written by the esteemed author George Orwell, this seminal piece of literature delves into the experiences of those who exist on the margins of society, shedding light on the often…

Animal farm (super-readable edition)

Orwell's powerfully unnerving and enduring allegory of oppression and rebellion, brought to life for a new age of readers in a stunning dyslexia-friendly edition. "All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others ..." When the lazy and drunken Mr Jones of Manor Farm forgets to feed his livestock the down-trodden and over-worked animals unite to take back their freedom. Led by …

Major Barbara

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9780486421261

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82 pages

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Powwow

beautiful photograph about celebration of Native American pride called a powwow.'