Children’s / Teenage reference: Encyclopaedias, general reference

Book SynopsisHow hot was the big bang? Which animal sleeps the longest? What causes sound to echo? How do big ships manage to stay afloat?From the Universe to Ancient Greece and everywhere in between! Explore through hundreds of mind-blowing images and exciting facts about the world we know and beyond! This fun-filled book is packed with facts and information about absolutely everything. This would make the perfect gift for kids that are curious to learn more about the world we live in.

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Book SynopsisExplore the incredible world of animals with this beautifully illustrated full-colour encyclopedia for curious young readers. Inside you''ll find a wide-ranging overview of animal life, alongside fascinating facts that are sure to surprise and delight.Based on the latest understanding of natural history, this is a definitive guide to the habitats of the world and the animals that live in them. You will discover why wolves live in a pack, what noise a meerkat makes, how an alligator hunts, and many other intriguing animal facts.Includes:• Profiles of fascinating animals, including polar bears, penguins, red pandas, and sea turtles.• Habitat breakdowns and the animals that live there• Fact boxes, pulling out interesting facts and stats• Beautiful, full-colour illustrations by Marc PattendenThis book supports the key stage 2 (KS2) curriculum and is great for home learning. Ideal for children aged 8+.AB

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Book SynopsisBecome the most amazing, awe-inspiring genius in the world in just one year*! (*No refunds given)This book will take you from a clever (but rather ordinary) kid to an absurdly intelligent, super-brained, hyper-genius capable of anything in just twelve magnificent months.From fun facts about dinosaurs to everything you need to know about spiders, plus silly Shakespearean names and a deep dive into poo and snot. Have you ever wondered about the world's pooiest places? Or which came first, the duck-billed platyupus or the duck? This book has all the answers.Imagine what I could have achieved if I''d read this Albert Einstein*I''m glad this wasn''t published when I was alive, because everyone who read it would have ended up cleverer than me Leonardo Da Vinci*I like the picture of the dog in the space helmet Marie Curie**(These are real reviews, I promise!)

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Book SynopsisThe first-ever Britannica Encyclopedia for children under three, in a beautifully illustrated, large-format board book.

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift to entertain kids all year round!Be amazed and astounded with a new fact every single day of the year.With 365 fascinating facts on everything from animals and nature to science, space, the world and more.Did you know that red-eyed tree frogs have three eyelids?That candy floss was actually invented by a dentist?Or that on the 4th November 1922, Ancient Egypt's most famous pharaoh was discovered?You'll find a perfect mix of random trivia and on this day' facts, plus tons of colourful photos to entertain all year round.

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Book SynopsisClaudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, with an exceptional talent for making complex ideas accessible. She specializes in the subjects of health, science and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages. She lives in London. Clare Hibbert specializes in non-fiction books for children of primary school age. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious Aventis Junior Science Prize, and won a dozen Practical Pre-School Gold Awards.

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Book SynopsisThe Great Big Book of Families introduces children to the fact that not all families look the same. Featuring funny artwork and wonderfully accessible text this book celebrates each family in its own unique and wonderful way. What is a family? Once, it was said to be a father, mother, boy, girl, cat and dog living in a house with a garden. But as times have changed, families have changed too, and now there are almost as many kinds of families as colours of the rainbow. From a mum and dad or single parent to two mums or two dads, from a mixed-race family to children with different mums and dads, to families with a disabled member. This is a fresh, optimistic look through children's eyes at today's wide variety of family life: from homes, food, ways of celebrating, schools and holidays to getting around, jobs and housework, from extended families, languages and hobbies to pets and family trees.The Great Big Book of Families is a brilliant introduction for children to all family types great and small.Trade Review"This clever book is taking a truly 21st Century look at family life… In spite of managing to reflect the reality of life for all families, the book refrains from making value judgements. No family is depicted as better or worse than any other – just different."'Useful, funny and truthful''It’s a book packed with detail, humour and interest, reminding us that there is no such thing as ‘normal’ or ‘abnormal’ – we are all equal. ..In terms of diversity in its widest sense, books simply don’t get much more inclusive than this.''Useful, funny and truthful' 'A wonderfully entertaining celebration of the huge diversity found within contemporary families.''It’s a book packed with detail, humour and interest, reminding us that there is no such thing as ‘normal’ or ‘abnormal’ – we are all equal. ..In terms of diversity in its widest sense, books simply don’t get much more inclusive than this.'"This clever book is taking a truly 21st Century look at family life… In spite of managing to reflect the reality of life for all families, the book refrains from making value judgements. No family is depicted as better or worse than any other – just different."

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Book SynopsisThis exciting introduction to the world is brimming with facts about our planet and the incredible people and animals who live on it.From the Arctic to the Antarctic, get ready to explore the continents. Learn about legends and folklore, world history, and how people live around the globe. Read about creatures from the land, sea, and skies, and delve into the world of the prehistoric dinosaurs.Find out about the impressive planets far away and the amazing features on Earth, from fiery volcanoes to dry deserts. Discover who''s who in the animal kingdom. Learn about amazing art and marvellous music. Then say hello in lots of languages!Packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge

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Book SynopsisClaudia Martin is the author of many books and online articles for children and young adults. Her favourite subjects are history, current affairs, geography, the natural world and technology. Marc Pattenden is a self-taught illustrator from Lewes, in the UK. He works digitally with the aim of creating colourful engaging work, full of texture and atmosphere.

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Book SynopsisThis authoritative encyclopedia is perfect for visual learners: it reveals astonishing information about space, Earth, animals, humans and technology through 200 infographics, including maps, charts, timelines and more! Grasp facts at a glance as you turn every page: discover the size of our Sun in comparison to the largest star in the universe; find out which animal can leap 200 times its body length; learn how many cups of snot your body makes a day; compare the sizes of the biggest beasts that have ever lived; witness what happens in a single second across the world. With stunning infographics by internationally renowned data designer Valentina D'Efilippo, along with beautiful colour photography, as well as interviews with leading expert consultants for every chapter, this ravishing book from Britannica offers an exhilarating visual way to understand the world around us.Trade Review"A treasure trove of sparkling facts… absorbingly informative." * Daily Telegraph *"This is an utterly wonderful book. A real page-turner, with one 'wow' after another, whether it's about the lengths of animals' tongues and tails, or the seven types of poo. And for a statistician, it's great to read a book that deals with magnitudes and comparisons, with the bonus of imaginative and engaging graphics." -- Professor David Speigelhalter"The perfect antidote to tablets and TV! My kids sit down with this captivating book for hours (usually with me peering over their shoulders)." -- Dan Snow"Numbers have never been so illuminating! In this unique and gorgeous encyclopaedia, children will be able to engage with data and see how it explains the world." -- Alex Bellos, author of 'Alex’s Adventures in Numberland' and 'Football School'"Endlessly fascinating and exciting... A brilliant family resource." * Juno magazine *"This is an engaging children’s reference book with a visual approach to information...As you would expect from a children’s encyclopaedia, there will be something of interest for everyone, and this book also exposes young readers to useful data literacy skills." -- Five Books"Through clever infographics and colourful charts and maps, kids will learn a treasure trove of facts and figures about the world." -- Good HousekeepingSelected as one of the best kids books of 2023 -- Five Books"A new infographic-style, visual encyclopedia that covers astonishing information about space, Earth, animals, humans and technology this is really a feast of information." -- WRD Magazine"There could be no more exhilarating and visually stunning way to understand and marvel at the world around us." -- Lancashire Evening Post“Infographics are highly visual and make information easy to understand”. -- Sunday Telegraph"I was one of those children who is a visual learner and there is so much brilliant content" -- Martin Chilton * Independent *"This visual book is ideal to give to children who want to learn about the world around them." -- Zoe West * Women's Weekly Magazine *The mind-boggling facts are parcelled into luminous infographics that put size, scale, timeline and more into a clear perspective. Accessible, amazing and awesome." -- Juliette Saumande * Irish Independent *"This beautiful encyclopedia is fantastic for visual learners or for anyone who gets overwhelmed by too much text." * Sun *"Britannica’s Encyclopedia Infographica is a delightfully densely packed joy of visual understanding." -- Andy Kirk * visualisingdata.com *

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Book SynopsisPacked with facts, this miniature encyclopaedia is designed to be both fascinating and fun to use and covers a vast scope of information, from the Earth, its plants and animals, to its people and discoveries.

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Book SynopsisYou've never seen a dinosaur book like this before! The Ultimate Dinosaur Encyclopedia is a whole new type of encyclopedia, developed in conjunction with cutting-edge 3D-art and science. Using groundbreaking recent research, palaeontologist Chris Barker recreates the world of prehistoric giants with photorealistic images more life-like than any you've seen before.The book explores every era of prehistoric life, beginning with the origins of life in the world's oceans, moving to the first land-based vertebrates, and on to the reign of the dinosaurs and beyond. Based on only the most modern and authentic science, some familiar dinosaurs take on a whole new appearance. See these majestic creatures in their natural habitat, understand their parallels with modern animals, and learn everything about how they moved, ate, fought and hunted.This brand-new updated paperback edition also includes brand new carnivorous dinosaurs discovered by the author himself, which have never before been seen in print. Please note that this edition does not include augmented reality elements.Table of ContentsEarly Life: First Tetrapods; Stethacancthus; Eurypterids • First Vertebrates • Triassic: Gorgonopsia; Dimetrodon; Lystrosaurus; Hylonomus; Prionosuchus; Timeline; Eoraptor; Plateosaurus; Herrerasaurus; What is a dinosaur?; Rise of the Dinosaurs; Pseudosuchians; Desmatosuchus; Postosuchus; Other Triassic Reptiles; Tanystropheus; Euparkeria; Marine Reptiles; Guanlong; Tianyulong; Scelidosaurus; Leedsichthys; Kulindadromeus; Dilophosaurus • Jurassic: Marine Crocodylomorphs; Ichthyosaurs; Plesiosaurs; Ammonites; Diplodocus; Ceratosaurus; Stegosaurus; Pterosaurs; Allosaurus • Cretaceous: Iguanodon; Archaeopteryx; Sarchosuchus; Amargasaurus; Spinosaurus; Carcharadontosaurus; Protoceratops; Borealopelta; Argentinosaurus; Pteranodon; Citipati; Parasaurolophus; Carnotaurus; Majungasaurus; Edmontosaurus; Pachycephalosaurus; Therizinosaurus; Ankylosaurus; Mosasaurs; Dakotaraptor; Triceratops; Quetzalcoatlus; Tyrannosaurus • After the dinosaurs/Cenozoic: Titanoboa; Phorusrhaocos; Basilosaurus; Megalodon; Elasmotherium; Smilodon.

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Book SynopsisDescribing the most intriguing creatures on the planet, from the big cats of Africa to the apes that are our closest evolutionary ancestors and the whales and dolphins that roam the world?s oceans, Animals profiles over 400 of the world?s most fascinating species, offering a truly comprehensive overview of animals from every continent and giving a sense of the incredible diversity of animal types. Featured animals are grouped by order, then within each order by family; each family section contains examples of the key species, which are illustrated with beautifully detailed, full-colour artworks. For easy reference, each entry includes a table of information on scientific name, order and family, features, habitats, distribution, diet and breeding, as well as informative maps and detailed box features. Packed full of information and colour, Animals is guaranteed to appeal to any budding zoologist or animal enthusiast. Easy-to-read and informative features on more than 400 animals from around the world, arranged in an accessible spread-by-spread format A handy reference guide for students as well as general readers, as it includes colourful and striking examples from all of the world''s major animal families Illustrates each animal?s anatomy, habits and geographical spread with a total of more than 2000 photographs and artworks

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Book SynopsisErased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. From Frederick Douglass to Oprah Winfrey, and the achievements of ancient African kingdoms to those of the US Civil Rights Movement, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies takes kids on an exceptional journey from prehistory to modern times. This DK children''s book boasts more than 30 visual timelines, which explore the biographies of the famous and the not-so-famous - from royalty to activists, and writers to scientists, and much, much more. Stunning thematic timelines also explain the development of Black history - from the experiences of black people in the US, to the story of postcolonial Africa.Did you know that the richest person ever to have lived was a West African? Or that the technology that made the lightbulb possible was developed by African American inventor, and not Thomas Edison? How about the fact that Ethiopia was the only African country to avoid colonization, thanks to the leadership of a brave queen? Stacked with facts and visually vibrant, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legacies, Legends is an unforgettable and accessible hive of information on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history. Includes content previously published in Timelines of Everything and Timelines of Everyone.

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Book SynopsisDive into an encyclopedic collection of burning questions asked by children and discover all the fascinating answers.This timeless encyclopedia for children aged 9+ covers all their favourite topics in a friendly, easy-to-read Q&A format, perfect to dip into and browse.Find the answers to big questions like How do aeroplanes fly? Why do tigers have stripes? What''s inside a black hole? and much more! Alongside the children''s questions and the expert answers are beautiful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams to bring every topic to life in rich detail and with perfect clarity.This children's encyclopedia of questions offers: 1,000 curious questions and answers that will be sure to wow family and friends. Striking CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand. Science boxes that are illustrated with engaging diagrams to explain information. Simple and easy-to-understand images explaining the science behind weird and wonderful facts. 1,000 Curious Questions is essential reading to encourage curious kids to keep questioning the world around them. Shaped by children''s interests and their insatiable curiosity, this is a book that children will read again and again.

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Book SynopsisAll the most important science topics for kids, from magnets and sound waves to flight and search engines, are simply explained in this fun and informative illustrated STEM book for children studying KS1 and KS2 subjects. First How Things Work Encyclopedia covers everything children aged 5-9 need to know. What makes rockets go? How does electricity work? Why do we sometimes see rainbows in the sky? This book follows the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 and provides a strong foundation for science and STEM learning through the rest of the school years. This is the perfect homework help book to support children as they begin to learn about the inner workings of the world around them. It introduces exciting areas of science that will get kids hooked on learning about how things work, including levers, light bulbs, engines, and roller-coasters. This book sits in DK''s popular First Reference series, which is perfect for kids who want to explore the

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Book SynopsisThe Great Big Book of Feelings allows children to explore how they’re feeling in a safe and judgement free environment. Featuring funny artwork and wonderfully sensitive and accessible text this book celebrates each emotion for what it is and encourages children to discuss how they’re feeling instead of bottling it all up. How are you feeling today? Happy? Sad? Excited? Scared? We all experience lots of different emotions. Sometimes we can feel angry or silly, and sometimes we might feel jealous or upset. There are even times when we might feel lonely or worried. However you feel, sharing and talking about your feelings will make you feel better. This fresh, optimistic look at all the feelings we experience explores feelings in family life, at school and everywhere with warmth, wit and sensitivity. Featuring lots of different children in various situations, brief text captions and questions and plenty of humour, this is the go to book to learn about feelings.Trade Review 'Everything about this book is so thoughtfully done; even the topic headings are each given a different and highly appropriate look. A great book for encouraging children to explore and reflect upon a whole range of feelings. It is a must to have in an infant or nursery class as well as being excellent for family browsing.'— Parents' Lounge feature - 5 positive reviews by parents. Quotes include :'Easy-to-read yet thought-provoking.' I enjoyed the jovial format that kept my five year olds's attention. Some feelings are hard to describe yet this book captures them beautifully.' 'My son adored this book .When he felt angry the day after reading the book, he went off and drew some pictures of steam coming out of his ears.' 'We had a great discussion around what you can do when you feel angry, instead of hurting other people. Helpful as my three year old struggles with her emotions towards her newborn baby sister.''There are lots of things to like about this book not east the illustrations which fill each page.' 'A terrific book, complemented by quirky and humorous illustrations from Ros Asquith. €¦ This is an essential book for schools as well as being perfect for families.''A terrific book, complemented by quirky and humorous illustrations from Ros Asquith. … This is an essential book for schools as well as being perfect for families.''If it is anywhere as useful, funny and truthful as primary school stalwart the Great Big Book of Families, it will be worth the wait.'‘Sensitive and thought-provoking.’Book of the month: 'Mary Hoffman's simple, sensitive text provides an engaging way in to thinking and talking about our feelings, whilst Ros Asquith's wacky, witty illustrations brilliantly convey each of the different emotions discussed.'A book of the month: 'With imaginative and seemingly endless variety, Roz Asquith’s illustrations convey how people look while experiencing different emotions while Mary Hoffman’s text provides a thoughtful commentary on the feelings that might lie behind the looks. Perfect for children to absorb on their own, this is also a useful as a spur to discussion.''There is so much to like about this important picture book which tackles challenging subjects in such an entertaining way. .. the book also celebrates diversity, showing lots of different children in different situations, and feels very in tune with modern family lifestyles.''Should be in every primary school, every library, every home.'Selected as a top Easter book: 'This well-conceived reminder of how minutely our faces give us away is part portrait gallery, part guided tour. “Interested” is illustrated by little figures asking questions such as: “Where do babies come from?” followed by the urgent enquiry: “Why do we need them?” posed by an indignant toddler. “Silliness” turns out to be a contagion (I adored the leaping granny with the slogan “I feel silly” on her T-shirt). And there is wisdom here too in the Swedish proverb: “A worry often gives a small thing a big shadow.”’ 'Everything about this book is so thoughtfully done; even the topic headings are each given a different and highly appropriate look. A great book for encouraging children to explore and reflect upon a whole range of feelings. It is a must to have in an infant or nursery class as well as being excellent for family browsing.'? Parents' Lounge feature - 5 positive reviews by parents. Quotes include :'Easy-to-read yet thought-provoking.' I enjoyed the jovial format that kept my five year olds's attention. Some feelings are hard to describe yet this book captures them beautifully.' 'My son adored this book .When he felt angry the day after reading the book, he went off and drew some pictures of steam coming out of his ears.' 'We had a great discussion around what you can do when you feel angry, instead of hurting other people. Helpful as my three year old struggles with her emotions towards her newborn baby sister.''There are lots of things to like about this book not east the illustrations which fill each page.' 'Whether describing positive feelings – excitement, happiness and curiosity – or more problematic ones-loneliness, fear and boredom, the written text and lively illustrations are in perfect harmony.'‘Heart-warming and funny. . . It’s a wonderful book to share at home or at school. . . Mary Hoffman’s sensitive, caring text engages the reader while Ros Asquith’s funny illustrations capture the emotions beautifully.’'A great book to help children understand and express their emotions … There are characterful illustrations and wonderful humour, making this a fun but informative book.’'Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith’s creative collaboration in words and pictures bring this book to exuberant and colourful life. It is a vibrant and engagingly inventive exploration of feelings, situations, individuals, family, friends and school.'‘Delightfully attractive. . . An excellent resource.’

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Book SynopsisAfricana is a beautiful, illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia which takes young readers on a journey around the brilliantly diverse continent.Trade Review"This Wide Eyed encyclopaedia celebrates the cultures, history and landscapes of Africa." * The Bookseller *“A beautifully illustrated and fact-filled encyclopedia showcasing the history and diversity of the African continent.” * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisYou''ll be firing on all cylinders with this science spectacular! The exciting exploration of biology, chemistry, and physics is vital reading for curious minds. ??Science becomes simple and straightforward, so you never get your wires crossed again. Hundreds of pages feature stunning images, simple graphics, and crystal-clear text. What makes a firework go bang? How do plants make food from sunlight? What makes a robot clever? Find the answers to all these questions and much, much more. Biology is all about you, living things, and the rest of the natural world. Learn all about your amazing body and more than 1,000 parts that keep it going. Chemistry presents an explosive look at the tiny atoms that build together to create all the brilliant things in the world today. Physics introduces the full force of everything, from electricity and energy to magnetism and machines. ??All three subjects are examined in extraordinary detail, making Science A ChilTrade ReviewThis fact-filled encyclopedia is the perfect guide for any budding scientists in the family. Principles are explained clearly with bite-sized chunks of text and easy-to-follow diagrams * How it Works *

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Book SynopsisDo you know your Algorithms from your Brownian motion? How about your Coprolites? (That means dinosaur poo!) Discover these words and more in this illustrated STEM encyclopedia. Organised in alphabetical order and each term beautifully illustrated with humour and charm, these 100 essential concepts will fascinate scientifically minded young readers, from those ABCs all the way down to X-rays, the terrifying Yangchuanosaurus and even the true definition of Zero! There is a contents list at the front and a full index at the back, plenty of extra words and definitions … plus mind-boggling facts too. This is the book for STEM fans!

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Book SynopsisStep into the scintillating world of science with this eye-opening hardback encyclopedia, brimming with full-colour illustrations that bring subjects to life! From brain cells and birds to energy and elements, this ultimate guide brings together cutting-edge knowledge, awe-inspiring ideas, and intriguing imagery. Inside readers will uncover key ideas about physics, chemistry and biology - including answers to questions that young readers most want answered. Topics include: • Matter, Atoms and Elements • Life, Evolution and Habitats • The Human Body • Forces and Energy • Earth and Space Featuring a quiz section and a useful glossary, this memorable book is your complete guide to understanding the key concepts in science for children aged 8+.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Illustrated Encyclopedia series brings together beautifully illustrated, fact-packed encyclopedias for children. Ente

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Book SynopsisGet closer to nature than you''ve ever been before with this guide to our wonderful world.Marvel at the breathtaking photography showcasing flora and fauna in the most incredible, intricate detail in this nature-packed guide for children aged 9+. This unputdownable book is a guaranteed favourite for animal lovers, nature enthusiasts, and budding wildlife experts everywhere.This impressive nature book for kids offers:- An exciting nature guide, organised by the different types; the basics of life, micro-organisms and fungi, plants, simple animals, invertebrates, reptiles, birds, mammals and entire ecosystems.- A focus on bright and annotated images, with text completely stripped back.- A breakdown of how nature and wildlife works, with exciting facts and detailed diagrams.From ants to elephants, the animal kingdom is explored and explained in this extraordinary encyclopedia that puts you at the heart of the action. See the tiny spines on a stinging nettle, and observe the secret suckers on an iguana''s feet. The mysteries of the natural world are displayed with cross-sections, macro, and electron microscope images.

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