A Curated Collection for Reading Enthusiasts Set

A World Classic That Shapes a Child's Life: The Good Soldier Švejk, honored in the 74th "Good Books, Everyone!" literary selections, Group B. A Masterpiece: Little House on the Prairie: A Pioneer Childhood Among Nature, recognized in the 43rd selection of recommended books for elementary school students. Creative Toolbox: Maker Tools, Book One, a recipient of the 83rd "Good Books, Everyone!" knowledge-based selections. ★ Endorsed by Lin Teng-jiao, former Vice Minister of Education, and Chang Ming-wen, Director-General of the New Taipei City Department of Education. ★ Specifically recommended by Hung Jung-chao, Professor at National Taiwan Normal University. ★ Professionally reviewed by Chang Yu-shan, Professor at National Taiwan Normal University, and Ho Hui-ying, Professor at National Taipei University of Education. ※ Content Introduction A World Classic That Shapes a Child's Life: The Good Soldier Švejk Even in the face of harsh injustice, laughter can replace anger! Švejk, a demobilized soldier, finds himself in trouble time and again due to his straightforward, boisterous personality, yet he never seems to mind. When speaking with secret police, unlike other quiet citizens, Švejk nonsensically rambles, half-understanding. Even if accused of treason and imprisoned, he remains nonchalant. Faced with absurd events that could cost him his life, while others feel fear and despair, he laughs at it all. Let's join Švejk and see how he uses humor to confront societal injustice and suffering. Little House on the Prairie: A Pioneer Childhood Among Nature Laura's family lives in the vast wilderness. They must work diligently, bartering animal hides for necessities, just to survive. They also need to remain constantly vigilant against wild animals, lest they be attacked. While such a life may seem arduous to outsiders, through the eyes of five-year-old Laura, everything is novel and fascinating. They experience the changing seasons together. Now, quickly open the book and join Laura in experiencing the colorful life of a pioneer! Creative Toolbox: Maker Tools, Book One Craft knife, screwdriver, needle-nose pliers, wire cutters, hammer... These are tools we see every day. Do you know how to use them correctly? Why do we choose a craft knife or scissors to open packages, rather than other tools? This book introduces 10 common tools that children can find at home, detailing their usage. It also includes hands-on activities, allowing children to understand how tools work and how to use the right tool for the right task, achieving twice the result with half the effort! Beyond introducing tools, this book integrates STEAM education and cross-disciplinary teaching methods, combining Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics. It enables children to learn the essence of science and technology through hands-on engineering construction and artistic aesthetics, building upon a foundation of mathematical logic. ※ Author Introduction Jaroslav Hašek A master of humor, a satirical writer, and a social anarchist. Due to a difficult family situation, he moved more than ten times in his childhood, never experiencing a truly stable life. Hašek tried a myriad of jobs, spent time in prison, and wandered extensively; these experiences are all reflected in his works. His unrestrained nature, filled with humor and sharp satire, has earned him the title "Father of Czech Prose." He is a prolific anti-war writer, with approximately 1,500 short stories to his name. Laura Ingalls Wilder A renowned American children's literature author of the 20th century. Laura was born in Wisconsin, USA, and lived a pioneer life with her family in her childhood, residing in places like Minnesota, South Dakota, and Iowa. During the winter of 1880-1881, they experienced the coldest winter in South Dakota's history, a story that later became the basis for Laura's book, "The Long Winter." Mùchuǎn Culture Editorial Team A group of professional editors who love to savor words and discover endless joy within books. Their goal is to dedicate their utmost effort to producing excellent books, allowing future generations to immerse themselves in a splendid world of literature.