Parent-Child Reading II Set

※ Book Set Features Parent-Child Reading II Set Timeless and passed down through generations, classic for a reason. A journey from the earth's core back to the surface, an adventurous tour around the world. The charm of nature comes alive on the page, with changing seasons along the riverbanks. Cultivating character through picture books, sweet moments shared between parents and children. [Collector's Literature] Series ◆ Two classic adventure novels by the father of science fiction—*Journey to the Center of the Earth* and *Around the World in Eighty Days*. ◆ *Journey to the Center of the Earth* has been adapted into film multiple times, with the earliest being *Journey to the Center of the Earth* in 1959. ◆ *Around the World in Eighty Days* has been adapted into animation and film multiple times, with the earliest being the Japanese animated series of the same name in 1980. ◆ From *The Forest Chronicle*, which introduces nature from a natural perspective, to *The Wind in the Willows* featuring anthropomorphic animals, this series combines scientific knowledge with adventure stories. ◆ Two literary masters will guide you through forests, observe nature, and embark on world adventures with animals! ◆ Includes study guides to review the story content and encourage further reflection, connecting with the inner world of the characters. [Le Le Bei Bei's Fantastical World] Series Inspired by core values such as gratitude, contentment, self-confidence, and perseverance, this series goes beyond "reading" to emphasize "enjoyable reading." Classic fairy tales are carefully selected, and while maintaining the original story structure, a young brother and sister, Le Le and Bei Bei, travel through time and space into the stories. They have adventures with the characters, and put the lessons learned into practice in their real lives. Let these adorable and lively siblings lead the listening children on a journey through a colorful, imaginative world! ※ Content Introduction Jules Gabriel Verne: Journey to the Center of the Earth & Around the World in Eighty Days *Journey to the Center of the Earth* Professor Lidenbrock, a German geologist, accidentally obtains an ancient book containing runic ciphers. His nephew Axel deciphers the contents, discovering a world-shattering event: someone has been to the center of the Earth and returned safely! What lies within the Earth's core? Driven by intense curiosity and a thirst for knowledge, the uncle and nephew travel to Iceland, guided by the clues, where they meet the intelligent and brave guide, Hans. The dangers of Iceland's steep mountains, the intricate tunnels within volcanic craters, the near-death experience of lacking water, the panic of being separated, the grandeur of the subterranean sea, the fierce battles of marine beasts… How many surprises and excitements will this journey bring? Will they successfully reach the Earth's core? What difficult predicaments will they encounter along the way? How will the three of them safely return to the surface? *Around the World in Eighty Days* Mr. Phileas Fogg, a meticulous English gentleman, controls his time with the precision of a clock. But this time, Mr. Fogg wagers his entire fortune at his club, betting that he can circumnavigate the globe in eighty days! In the 19th century, without airplanes, Mr. Fogg must rely on his precise timekeeping to meticulously plan his journey, utilizing trains, steamships, tugboats, and even elephants! Various modes of transportation are used in succession. However, not everything goes according to plan. There are storms at sea, a daring rescue of a lady from a funeral pyre, accusations in an Indian court, an attack by Native Americans on a train, and the mysterious disappearance of his servant Passepartout... Will Mr. Fogg be able to overcome all obstacles and successfully cross the four continents of Europe, Asia, Africa, and America? Or will he exceed the eighty-day limit, lose all his assets, and end in regretful failure? Vitaly Bianki: The Forest Chronicle & The Wind in the Willows *The Forest Chronicle* What we don't notice, he has written down for us. Russian author Vitaly Bianki, with his keen observational skills and gentle writing style, brings the changes of seasons in the forest—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—to life, presenting an engaging natural ecosystem. How does the domineering and cunning cuckoo monopolize the love of its foster parents? What natural wonder is the elephant in the sky? Why does Mama Rabbit always feed other animals' young? There are many more fascinating pieces of natural knowledge waiting for you to discover here! *The Wind in the Willows* Summoned by nature, the mole leaves home for the first time to travel. He meets his dear friend Ratty, his gentle elder brother Badger, and the fiery Toad. The mole and his friends spend seasons along the riverbanks of Willow Creek, venturing into the eerie and terrifying Wild Wood, embarking on exciting prison breaks, and encountering the mysterious and benevolent Pan... Every day brings new wonders. What exciting adventures await them tomorrow? Le Le Bei Bei's Fantastical World: Who Should Ride the Donkey Uncle Mu and his son walk the donkey to town. Along the way, they meet many people. Some say it's foolish not to ride a donkey, others say the father should ride, some say he shouldn't, and still others accuse them of animal cruelty… So, who should ride the donkey? Le Le Bei Bei's Fantastical World: The Woodcutter's Wish A poor woodcutter saves a tree spirit and is granted three wishes. Now he can get rich! What should he wish for? A lot of money, a big house, or endless snacks? However, he doesn't really want to tell his wife about the wishes and asks Le Le and Bei Bei to keep it a secret. But he forgets something more important than keeping a secret… Le Le Bei Bei's Fantastical World: The Tortoise and the Hare What!!! The rabbit is going to race the tortoise? And Le Le and Bei Bei are invited to be the referees? The rabbit runs so fast, isn't the tortoise destined to lose? Le Le and Bei Bei are so worried for the tortoise! Unexpectedly, the outcome is surprising! What's going on? Le Le Bei Bei's Fantastical World: The Lion and the Mouse Oh no! The little mouse has been caught by the big lion! The little mouse begs the lion not to eat him, and the lion lets him go. The little mouse gratefully says, "I will surely repay you!" But Le Le, Bei Bei, and the lion all think that the mouse is too small to possibly repay the lion. How will this little mouse express his gratitude to the lion? ※ Author Introduction Jules Gabriel Verne (1828~1905) Jules Verne was a French novelist, naturalist, and science writer. He authored over sixty science fiction novels in his lifetime and is hailed as the "father of science fiction." In France, 2005 was designated as Verne Year to commemorate the centenary of his death. Verne was passionate about research, dedicated to pursuing scientific truth, enjoyed traveling, and possessed a romantic imagination. His writing is fluid, his plots are humorous and engaging, and he excelled at creating tense and thrilling adventure narratives. He is the most translated French author. His representative works include *Journey to the Center of the Earth*, *Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea*, and *Around the World in Eighty Days*. Vitaly Bianki (1894~1959) Only someone like Bianki, who deeply loved nature, could bring such vivid natural literature to readers. His father was a biologist, and Bianki, influenced by him, loved nature from a young age and developed a strong interest in animal knowledge and the mysteries of the natural world. In addition to majoring in ornithology in college, he also studied the art of drawing plants and animals. With a strong desire to explore nature, he often interacted with forest rangers and hunters during scientific expeditions or travels, absorbing their experiences and insights into natural ecosystems, and paying close attention to the differences in the environment across the seasons. Years of research provided him with abundant material, laying a solid foundation for his future literary creations and resulting in his writing that immerses readers in natural scenery as if they were there. Bianki is thus known as the "First Discoverer of the Forest" and the "Translator of Forest Silence." Bianki dedicated over thirty years to his writing, producing a large number of popular science works, fairy tales, and short stories. His representative works include *The Forest Chronicle*, *Young Columbus*, and *Written on the Snow*, with *The Forest Chronicle* being the most famous. *The Forest Chronicle* uses a unique news report style to describe ordinary, often overlooked phenomena, weaving in imaginative poetry and natural science to unveil the mysteries of the forest and nature. Its content, differing from typical children's books, has earned it the reputation of an "Encyclopedia of Nature" and it is beloved by readers of all ages. Kenneth Grahame (1859~1932) Grahame was a British author of children's literature. While working diligently at a bank by day, he dedicated his evenings to writing. His prose is delicate and warm. He published short works in magazines before collecting them into *Pagan Papers*, *The Golden Age*, and *Dream Days*. His most famous work is *The Wind in the Willows*, featuring anthropomorphic animals. Originally conceived by Grahame as bedtime stories for his children, it includes dreamlike, heartwarming natural scenes and four distinct animal characters: the shy Mole, the gentle Ratty, the impulsive Toad, and the steady Badger. The world view, blending childlike wonder with poetic sensibility, stems not only from a father's love for his children but also from his childhood experiences living with his grandmother in the picturesque environs of the River Thames, where he explored natural beauty and interacted with various small animals. Mugunghwa Publishing Editorial Team A group of professional editors who love to savor words and discover endless joy in books. Their life goal is to pour all their energy into creating excellent books, allowing future generations to immerse themselves in the wonderful world of literature.