They say money makes the world go ’round, and while that’s not exactly true, it’s pretty close. Economics For Dummies is your layman’s guide to unraveling the mysteries of economic theory, policy-making, and market behaviors. Inside, you’ll find jargon-free explanations of supply and demand, inflation, consumer behavior, financial crises, fiscal policy, and beyond. With online quizzes…
One of the most important prophets for Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike, Moses demonstrated how faith can overcome even the greatest obstacles. His life was a wonderful tale of miracles and mishaps, bravery and magic, and common sense and daring. This version is based on the story as it is told in the Quran.
For something that all humans do for hours every night, sleep is not that well understood. One thing we do know, though, is that sleep is crucial for our health and happiness. Here’s a highly readable and fascinating look at why sleep is so important, what’s happening in our bodies while we’re sleeping (it’s a lot more than you think!), and how the science of sleep research has evolved.…
Johanna Spyri's Heidi is beautifully retold, following the exploits of the orphaned girl sent to live in the Alps with her grumpy grandfather. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence, with clear, engaging text and stunning original illustrations. Developed in conjunction with reading experts from Roehampton University. Also available with an audio CD with a dramatic lis…
Taking the form of a chronological diary from 1600 to the present, this book leads the reader through the centuries, year by year, following the musicians' overlapping and interweaving lives. The composers' own worlds, public and private, spring to life in extracts from contemporary letters and journals, and in hundreds of illustrations, many in full color. An informative introduction traces…
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Poor Hermit Crab! He's outgrown his snug little shell, so he finds himself a larger one -- and many new friends to decorate and protect his new house. But what will happen when he outgrows this shell, and has to say good-bye to all the sea creatures who have made Hermit Crab's house a home? Children facing change in their own lives will relate to Hermit Crab's story -- and learn a lot about th…
Everybody knows the story of Peter Pan, the boy who never grows up. Peter Pan spends his never-ending childhood adventuring on the small island on Neverland. Retold in two languages, classic fairytales provide young readers with a fun way to learn to recognise words in both languages.