Claude Going For Gold
Grade Level：G1-G9
Author： Alex T. Smith
Publisher：中信出版社
ISBN：9787521725858
Shelf Number：1F-0640
Claude, a plump little dog donning a beret and a red jacket, revels in adventures and confronts challenges, though his scatterbrained nature surfaces at times. Despite occasional mischief, he embodies kindness, justice, and an unwavering optimism.
Sir Bobblysock, a grimy, malodorous sock who happens to be Claude’s steadfast best friend. Despite his delicate and timid disposition, Sir Bobblysock remains faithfully by Claude’s side through ‘thick and thin’.
One particular day, Claude and Sir Bobblysock were roaming the streets tirelessly, yet adventure was eluding them. Then, a sudden mishap occurred when Claude tripped over his shoelaces, catapulting him into a group of athletes recruiting for a sports competition. Despite losing every game, Claude uncovered a villain absconding with gold medals and heroically reclaimed them. Though thoroughly exhausted, Claude and Sir Bobblysock cherished the day, brimming with unexpected surprises!
Our 1st Floor Learning Resource Center (LRC) sounds like the perfect place for young readers to dive into Claude’s world of adventures. The consistency in delivering positive messages throughout the series makes it not only an enjoyable read but also a valuable resource for teaching important life lessons.
Overall, Claude’s stories appear to be a fantastic addition to children’s literature, offering a blend of entertainment and positive values that can leave a lasting impact on young readers
ISBN：9781452161365
Shelf Number：1F-1667
The vegetable garden is a lively spectacle, adorned with abundant lush green leaves and delicate shoots. A vibrant scene unfolds, filled with vegetables brimming with life and fruits ripening. Yet, beneath the soil, a thriving world exists; earthworms diligently till the loose soil, snakes stealthily navigate, skunks excavate holes, and various small creatures industriously build their nests. Swiftly open this book and accompany the author on a journey into the vegetable garden, unraveling secrets concealed among the flowers, stems, and soil beneath the leaves!
ISBN: 9787223068437
Shelf Number: 2F-0061
Chen Renjie intricately captures the realities of life in Tibetan areas, etching poetry onto the landscape. Between Mountains and Seas features 116 of his poems, including three long poems and three group poems. Within this collection, readers can immerse themselves not just in the lofty mountains, valleys, glaciers, rivers, wetlands, and starry skies of Tibet, but also in the lives of its inhabitants – herders, Sherpas, plateau road builders, yaks, Tibetan antelopes, and even elements reminiscent of southern China, like roof tiles. Chen Renjie marvels at the analogy that he and successive groups of Tibet volunteers are akin to pieces of roof tiles, choosing to build their lives on the world’s rooftop.
In 2022, this book received the Poetry Award at the 8th Lu Xun Literature Prize. During his acceptance speech, Chen Renjie remarked, “The footprints I left in the snowy land are a tribute of individual life to the vast world. These poems are the connections I have established with the earth and all things.” Between Mountains and Seas serves as a representation of the Tibetan landscape, the geographical and emotional distance separating Chen Renjie from his family in southern China, and, most significantly, an expression of an individual’s reverence and awe towards the vast world.
ISBN：9781416987321
Shelf Number：2F-0359
AR Level/ Lexile measure: 5.6MG/820L
Hippo Creek is on high alert as news circulates about the demise of Henry, the beloved hippopotamus mascot from the “FunJungle” zoo. Faced with reluctance from the zoo staff to delve deeper into the matter, and fearing potential complications and job risks, the situation remains shrouded in mystery.
Teddy Fitzroy, the animal-loving protagonist, who stands apart from the rest. Despite doctors concealing evidence, police dismissing the incident as a prank, and unhelpful responses from gatekeepers and administrators, Teddy is resolute in his determination to uncover the truth surrounding Henry’s death. Undeterred by people’s indifference, he embarks on an adventurous quest to unravel the mystery. Who is responsible for the demise of Henry the hippopotamus, and what secrets does “FunJungle” conceal? These questions beckon your discovery within the pages of the book.
Belly Up marks the inception of the “FunJungle” series, crafted by Stuart Gibbs, an environmentalist and animal conservationist with a background in biology and experience as a capybara researcher in a zoo. The series revolves around zoo cases, featuring meticulous detective work intertwined with a wealth of animal knowledge. It endeavours to help children comprehend and respect the natural behaviours of various animals, including hippos, capybaras, koalas, elephants, rhinoceroses, and more. While encouraging exploration, the books subtly advocate against poaching and champion peaceful coexistence with animals.
With AR reading levels ranging from 5.1 to 5.8, this series is tailored for students intrigued by animals, mysteries, and those seeking to enhance their English vocabulary.