«Way Ahead» is a six-level course for primary school children who are learning English as a second language. The structures and functions of the English language are taught through a variety of child-centred activities, which have been carefully graded and are suitable for classes in a variety of cultural backgrounds. At the lower levels, the books introduce a cast of entertaining characters who contextualize the language and make learning fun. At the upper levels, the texts are topic-based, and introduce children to the study skills they need to pursue their studies to a higher level.»

«Tor Classics are affordably-priced editions designed to attract the young reader. Original dynamic cover art enthusiastically represents the excitement of each story. Appropriate «reader friendly» type sizes have been chosen for each title — offering clear, accurate, and readable text. All editions are complete and unabridged, and feature Introductions and Afterwords. This edition of Oliver Twist includes a Foreword, Biographical Note, and Afterword by Nancy Springer. Abandoned at an early age, Oliver Twist is forced to live in a dark and dismal London workhouse lorded over by awful Mr. Bumble who cheats the boys of their meager rations! Desperate but determined, Oliver makes his escape. But what he discovers in the harsh streets of London's underworld makes the workhouse look like a picnic. Penniless and alone, he is lured into a world of crime by the wily Fagin — the nefarious mastermind of a gang of pint-sized pickpockets. Will a life of crime pay off for young Oliver? Or will it earn him a one-way ticket to the gallows?»

«Triple» is the riveting story of the most successful espionage coup — and best-kept secret — of this century. It is 1968. Israeli intelligence has learned that Egypt, with Soviet help, will develop atomic bombs within months — an untimely end for the young nation unless a source of uranium for Israeli bombs can be had in complete secrecy. Impossible, of course, unless someone as improbable as the plan can be found to steal it... Working alone, Israeli agent Nat Dickstein concocts an ingenious scenario for the biggest, and quietest, hijacking in history. Against him are the Russian KGB, Egyptian Intelligence and the Arab extremist Fedayeen. With him is a half-English, half-Arab young woman of uncertain allegiance, who discovers Dickstein's Achilles heel.»

On the red moon will come the firestorm... Wielding the Sword of Truth, Richard Rahl has battled death itself and come to the defense of the D'Haran people. But now the power-mad Emperor Jagang confronts Richard with a swift and inexorable foe: a mystical plague cutting a deadly swath across the land and slaying thousands of innocent victims. To quench the inferno, he must seek remedy in the wind... To fight it Richard and his beloved Kahlan Amnell will risk everything to uncover the source of the terrible plague-the magic sealed away for three millennia in the Temple of the Winds. Lightning will find him on that path... But when prophecy throws the shadow of betrayal across their mission and threatens to destroy them, Richard must accept the Truth and find a way to pay the price the winds demand...or he and his world will perish.

Kit Fielding's patron, Princess Casilia, is in trouble. Her invalid husband is being threatened by a business partner. And to enforce the threat all the Princess's best runners are being wantonly destroyed — shot by a bolt. The only person she can turn to is Kit, but he has problems of his own. His fiance Danielle appears to have changed her mind. And the old Fielding-Allardeck feud has once again violently intensified. Wherever he goes, the champion jockey seems to attract bloodshed...

This is a collection of 20 amusing stories from around the world, with stories from the past and from the present, and both classic tales and those less familiar.

«Winner of the Hugo and Nebula Awards. In order to develop a secure defense against a hostile alien race's next attack, government agencies breed child geniuses and train them as soldiers. A brilliant young boy, Andrew «Ender» Wiggin lives with his kind but distant parents, his sadistic brother Peter, and the person he loves more than anyone else, his sister Valentine. Peter and Valentine were candidates for the soldier-training program but didn't make the cut—young Ender is the Wiggin drafted to the orbiting Battle School for rigorous military training. Ender's skills make him a leader in school and respected in the Battle Room, where children play at mock battles in zero gravity. Yet growing up in an artificial community of young soldiers Ender suffers greatly from isolation, rivalry from his peers, pressure from the adult teachers, and an unsettling fear of the alien invaders. His psychological battles include loneliness, fear that he is becoming like the cruel brother he remembers, and fanning the flames of devotion to his beloved sister. Is Ender the general Earth needs? But Ender is not the only result of the genetic experiments. The war with the Buggers has been raging for a hundred years, and the quest for the perfect general has been underway for almost as long. Ender's two older siblings are every bit as unusual as he is, but in very different ways. Between the three of them lie the abilities to remake a world. If, that is, the world survives.»

Aimed at senior school and college students this practical textbook offers clear guidance on using computers and how to access information technology. It is suitable for students who are beginning work in computers and information technology as well as those who are more experienced. It covers the course requirements for all the major examinations including the IGCSE syllabus. It provides step by step screen representations of a variety of common software packages from scratch. Also included are activities, questions and helpful hints on how to answer them, a key word section. This textbook covers all the theory and practice the student needs in one volume.

Part of a series that has been developed to recognise the need of practical, appropriate and up-to-date technical and vocational care texts, this text has been written for students studying plumbing courses. Including detailed, easy-to-follow information, illustrations and tips, this text presents advice on plumbing installation, maintenance and service.

Plays Three: A Separate Peace Teeth Another Moon Called Earth Neutral Ground Professional Foul Squaring the Circle Introduced by the author, this third collection of plays written by Tom Stoppard contains his television plays, written between 1965 and 1984. They show that Stoppard's writing for the small screen is comparable to his more celebrated stage work, as the masterly and timely Professional Foul demonstrates. In his introduction the author briefly describes how the pieces came to be written and the circumstances of their original production.

Much to the chagrin of his girlfriend, Gia, Repairman Jack doesn't deal with electronic appliances-he fixes situations for people, often putting himself in deadly danger. His latest project is recovering a stolen necklace, which carries with it an ancient curse that may unleash a horde of Bengali demons. Jack is used to danger, but this time Gia's daughter Vicky is threatened. Can Jack overcome the curse of the yellow necklace and bring Vicky safely back home?

«Repairman Jack isn't your average appliance repairman — he fixes «situations» for people, often risking his own life. Jack has no last name, no social security number, works only for cash, and has no qualms when it comes to seeing that the job gets done. Dr. Alicia Clayton, a pediatrician who treats children with AIDS, is full of secrets, and she has just inherited a house that holds another. Haunted by painful memories, Alicia wants the house destroyed — but somehow everyone she enlists to help ends up violently killed. The house holds a powerful secret, and Alicia's charmless brother Thomas seems willing to do anything to get his hands on that secret himself. But not if Repairman Jack can find it first!»

The authors bring together a diverse array of theoretical and empirical applications of quantitative genetics in this comprehensive work designed to be accessible to anyone with a rudimentary understanding of statistics and genetics. Central concepts are developed from first principles and are illustrated with examples. The book reflects the recent influx of quantitative-genetic thinking into evolutionary biology and includes the techniques for QTL (quantitative-trait loci) analysis. Although written as a general text in quantitative genetics, the book should also serve as a basic reference for the professional.

Reward is a multi-level course designed to take students from their first introduction to English up to a fully proficient use of the language. The cross-cultural contexts of Reward provide stimulating input and encourage discussion, making learning interesting and relevant to today's world. The Reward Grammar and Vocabulary Workbook consolidates the structures and vocabulary in the Student's Book. It contains a variety of stimulating exercises including extensive grammar revision, vocabulary building and both guided and creative writing activities. With its clear layout and simple instructions, the students will find the book motivating and easy to use.

Reward is a multi-level course designed to take students from their first introduction to English up to a fully proficient use of the language. Reward offers unique choice and flexibility in teaching and learning English. The 70-hour core syllabus in the Student's Book ensures swift progression with its essential grammar points, systematic vocabulary and skills development, and regular Progress checks. The Resource Packs contain optional communicative activities linked to the Student's Book, which can be used to supplement lessons, revise specific language and structures, and provide variety in class. The cross-cultural contexts of Reward provide stimulating input and encourage discussion, making learning interesting and relevant to today's world. The clear organisation, with each lesson on a double-page spread, means the book is easy and enjoyable to use.

Way Ahead — шестиуровневый курс английского языка для детей младшего и среднего школьного возраста. Основу курса составляют разнообразные задания, направленные на формирование языковых навыков и речевых умений учащихся. Содержание упражнений и типы заданий составлены с учетом интересов ребенка, его возрастных (физических и психологических) особенностей. Материал учебника позволяет учителю научить учащихся понимать иноязычную речь на слух, говорить читать и писать на английском языке, а также приобщить детей

Bravo! is an exciting course for children who are learning English. It is suitable for complete beginners as well as children who have done an introductory or pre-school course. Extensive research and piloting ensure that the materials are ideal for the language classroom and appropriate for different cultural backgrounds. Key Features: • Bravo! has cross-curricular activities which reflect what the children are learning in other subject areas, such as geography, maths and science. • Bravo! has a variety of motivating topics that reflect the growing maturity of the child. • Bravo! develops the children's vocabulary and gives practice in all four skills. • Bravo! has task-based activities and exercises which provide a meaningful context for spoken communication. • Bravo! is based on a carefully-graded structural and lexical syllabus. There are regular revision lessons which are used to mark the pupil's progress throughout the course. Bravo! 6 consists of Pupil's Book, Activity Book, Teacher's Book, Cassettes.