Children’s / Teenage reference material
DK Historia aÃo a aÃo History Year by Year
Book SynopsisViaja en el tiempo y descubre las personas y los acontecimientos que han cambiado nuestro mundo.Una gran cronología con extraordinarias ilustraciones que recorre nuestra historia y revive el pasado, desde las primitivas herramientas de sílex hasta la tecnología digital más reciente.¿Sabes por qué los reyes de Francia fueron guillotinados?, ¿por qué Berlín estaba dividida por un muro?, ¿cómo era la vida en un castillomedieval? o ¿por qué unos aviones se estrellaron contra los rascacielos más altos de Nueva York? Encuentra respuestas a estas preguntas y sorpréndete al conocer cómo vivían los niños en otras épocas.Con más de 1,500 fotografías, ilustraciones y mapas, este libro imprescindible es la guía más completa para conocer la historia del mundo siglo a si
£23.74
DK The Secret World of Plants
Book SynopsisA timeless treasury of more than 100 stories from the incredible kingdom of plants, told by author and nature expert Ben Hoare.Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals.Children can discover the secrets of more than 100 amazing plants in this treasury of fascinating flora, as well as the essentials of plant science, including photosynthesis, pollination, and germination. Each species is shown with remarkable photography and beautiful illustrations, all brought to life by Ben Hoare’s writing, filled with charm and infectious enthusiasm. This nature book for children ages 7+ feature
£22.49
DK How Everything Works
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£31.49
DK The Earth Atlas
Book SynopsisDelve beneath the surface of Earth with this pictorial atlas and discover the secrets of our planet.How did planet Earth form? What’s under the surface, and how can we see it? Why do volcanoes erupt? What do coasts and caves have in common? What’s so important about rocks and soil? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions and more, then this may be the book for you!Introducing The Earth Atlas – a lavishly illustrated guide to our planet. From oceans to ice regions to deserts, this book takes you on an exciting trip to discover more about the Earth’s features, explaining how they formed and what impact they have on us even today, supporting life and shaping the world with every tectonic movement!Ready for an adventure? Dive straight in to discover: - A strikingly visual guide to the innermost depths of our Earth- Exquisite hand-drawn illustrations and maps making the information
£17.00
DK The Oceans Atlas
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£17.00
DK The Childrens Book of Birdwatching
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£12.34
DK The Big Book of LEGO Facts
Book SynopsisAn updated edition of the must-have guide to trivia about the LEGOⓇ world, featuring the latest facts and images.Find out everything you ever wanted to know about bricks and minifigures with stacks of LEGOⓇ facts!Did you know that 68,000 LEGOⓇ pieces are created every minute? Or that The LEGO Group is one of the biggest manufacturers of tires in the world? This must-have guide for LEGO fans of every age is crammed full of fascinating LEGO trivia. From the first brick to the latest record-breaking build, discover everything there is to know about the LEGO world.©2022 The LEGO Group.
£22.49
DK Childrens Quick and Easy Cookbook
Book SynopsisA perfect first cookbook to start your kitchen adventure, with more than 60 recipes for young chefs to try.Feel right at home in the kitchen with this first cookbook for budding chefs! With over 60 recipes, there’s something for every occasion: super-fast snacks, speedy main meals, plus delicious desserts and sweet treats.Children’s Quick and Easy Cookbook is packed with simple but varied recipes, so young cooks aged 5-7 can enjoy discovering new dishes, learning new skills, and perfect great meals that the whole family will love. And for those already handy in the kitchen, there are more involved dishes, and ideas and advice about how to adapt the recipes for different tastes and diets. From triple-decker sandwiches and fruit smoothies to chicken curry and lemon cheesecake, each recipe includes a photographic step-by-step to show you exactly what you need to do and when. Put on your apron and get cooking, with: - Re
£16.99
DK Ask A Scientist New Edition
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£15.29
DK Eyewitness The Elements
Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness The Elements explores the building blocks of our universe.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of chemical elements, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of their many different properties and uses. Children will be mesmerized by where each element comes from and what it is used for, like how precious gold protects astronauts in space. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the concise history of chemistry, scientific pioneers, and the creation of the first table of elements. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover why nitrogen and oxygen are essential to our survival, what makes the metal mercury so unusual, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on chemical elements, you can expect to find:- A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness&rdquo
£9.49
DK Eyewitness The Elements
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£15.29
DK Eyewitness Planets
Book SynopsisTake a tour of Earth and its neighborhood with this spectacular planetary guide.Know more about the eight planets in the Solar System, from the small, rocky ones to the gas giants. Surf along the icy rings of Saturn and count the many moons of Jupiter. Explore the Asteroid Belt that lies between Mars and Jupiter and is filled with small pieces of rock that were left over when planets were forming. Then venture further out and find out why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, discover where comets come from, and much more.Filled with stunning computer-generated images and the most up-to-date images from NASA and ESA taken by probes, Eyewitness Planets takes you as close as you can get to the objects in our Solar System.Series Overview: Each revised Eyewitness book retains the stunning artwork and photography from the groundbreaking original series, but the text has been reduced and reworked to speak more clearly to yoTrade ReviewPast praise for the DK Eyewitness Books series:"The folks at DK have almost single-handedly rejuvenated if not reinvented the often moribund world of non-fiction books for children." — Newsweek"A mini museum between the covers of a book." — The New York Times"These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers." — School Library Journal
£9.49
DK Eyewitness Planets
Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness Planets explores Earth’s neighborhood, space and the Solar System.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of outer space, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of Earth and its neighborhood with this spectacular planetary guide. Children will be mesmerized by this eyewitness view from Mercury to Neptune, of the rocky planets, gas giants, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other bodies that make up our Solar System.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the secrets of space, examining the latest space exploration equipment, and the scientists behind discoveries both ancient and new. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover where comets come from, learn why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on planets, you can expect to find: - A fresh nTrade ReviewPast praise for the DK Eyewitness Books series:"The folks at DK have almost single-handedly rejuvenated if not reinvented the often moribund world of non-fiction books for children." — Newsweek"A mini museum between the covers of a book." — The New York Times"These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers." — School Library Journal
£15.29
DK The Book of Mysteries Magic and the Unexplained
Book SynopsisA fascinating look into the secrets of the supernatural world for curious children obsessed with magic and mystery. Featuring bright and bold illustrations, Mysteries, Magic, and the Unexplained traces the story of myth and magic from ancient superstitions to medieval alchemy and divination to the modern-day fascination with UFOs. This book for children aged 7-9 explores every aspect of magic through the ages and across many cultures. It traces the history of magic ritual from spells and potions to alchemy and divination, as well as investigating other mysteries of the paranormal. While it’s a fun read, it takes its subject seriously – taking a historical approach to the supernatural world across all cultures.This book about magic for children aged 7-9 offers:- Beautifully illustrated, imaginative and informative reference pages on wizards, witches, ghosts, cryptids, and other supernatural beings.- A look in
£17.99
DK Eyewitness Crystal and Gem
Book SynopsisFrom the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of crystals and gems in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of precious stones. Children will be mesmerized by the many uses of rocks like quartz and understanding crystals – from dazzling jewellery to diamond cutting tools and the silicon chip in their phone.This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what exactly crystals and gems are, how they’re formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on precious stones, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statis
£9.49
DK Eyewitness Crystal and Gem
Book SynopsisFrom the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of crystals and gems in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of precious stones. Children will be mesmerized by the many uses of rocks like quartz and understanding crystals – from dazzling jewellery to diamond cutting tools and the silicon chip in their phone.This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what exactly crystals and gems are, how they’re formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on precious stones, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statis
£15.29
DK Eyewitness Insect
Book SynopsisBehold the brilliant bugs that lurk beneath every log and leaf - from bright butterflies to organized ants - in this illustrated guide.Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of insects in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of creepy-crawlies. Children will be mesmerized by their different varieties, body-structures, life cycles, and behaviors – from why bees make honey to which insects have ears on their knees.This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what the earliest insects looked like, how insects fly, and what a wasp's-eye-view looks like. Learn how insects – often seen as pests by humans – perform a vital role as pollinators of food crops. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on insects, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts,Trade ReviewPast praise for the DK Eyewitness Books series:"The folks at DK have almost single-handedly rejuvenated if not reinvented the often moribund world of non-fiction books for children." — Newsweek"A mini museum between the covers of a book." — The New York Times"These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers." — School Library Journal
£9.49
DK Eyewitness Insect
Book SynopsisBehold the brilliant bugs that lurk beneath every log and leaf - from bright butterflies to organized ants - in this illustrated guide.Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of insects in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of creepy-crawlies. Children will be mesmerized by their different varieties, body-structures, life cycles, and behaviors – from why bees make honey to which insects have ears on their knees.This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what the earliest insects looked like, how insects fly, and what a wasp's-eye-view looks like. Learn how insects – often seen as pests by humans – perform a vital role as pollinators of food crops. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on insects, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts,Trade ReviewPast praise for the DK Eyewitness Books series:"The folks at DK have almost single-handedly rejuvenated if not reinvented the often moribund world of non-fiction books for children." — Newsweek"A mini museum between the covers of a book." — The New York Times"These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers." — School Library Journal
£15.29
DK Lego Amazing Earth
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£17.99
DK LEGO Ideas on the Go Library Edition
Book SynopsisThis edition does not include a minifigure.Grab your LEGO collection and go on a great adventure!Play games around the campfire, build Rocky Mountains to climb, or imagine dense jungles to trek through. Be inspired by nature and build animals and ecosystems. Take your minifigures on an exploration to discover more about the world around you. Plus there are plenty of fun ideas and games for a stay-cation, too—no adventure is too small for a minifigure!With more than 50 new LEGO ideas, you’ll have everything you need for a LEGO adventure on the go!©2023 The LEGO Group.
£14.44
DK Our World in Pictures Human Body Flash Cards
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£15.29
DK Animal Talk
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£15.29
DK Childrens Book of Music
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£21.24
DK Pocket Genius Nature Collection 4Book Box Set
Book SynopsisDiscover what bugs eat, what rocks are made of, how fossils are formed, and what lives beneath the ocean in this compact nature box set.Pocket Genius Nature Collection combines four visually striking titles: Bugs, Ocean, Rocks and Minerals and Dinosaurs, in one exquisite slipcase that takes kids aged 8-12 through the fascinating world of all things nature! This boxset contains:Pocket Genius BugsAn introduction to the fastest, strongest, and most harmful species, profiling more than 200 insects and bugs. Find out what bugs eat, which are poisonous, which live the longest, and which can be found in your own backyard. Pocket Genius OceanFrom colossal whales to microscopic plankton, our vast oceans are teeming with a wide range of weird and wonderful plants and animals. This is a clear introduction to our oceans – what they are, what creatures they hold, how they affect climate, and how humans are changing
£22.37
DK Get to Know Philosophy
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£15.29
DK Star Wars The High Republic Character
Book SynopsisWant to dive into The High Republic era of the Star Wars galaxy, but don’t know where to start? Look no further! Centuries before the fall of Anakin Skywalker and rise of the Galactic Empire, the noble and wise Jedi Knights must face frightening new threats to themselves, the galaxy, and the Force itself! Meet the brave Jedi, ruthless Nihil marauders, cutthroat mercenaries, and evil monsters who call this era of the galaxy home. Featuring more than 250 characters from The High Republic publishing initiative, this character encyclopedia is a perfect introduction to an exciting new era of Star Wars storytelling.© AND ™ 2023 LUCASFILM LTD.
£18.69
DK Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything
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£26.99
DK Knowledge Encyclopedia Plants and Fungi
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£22.49
DK Eyewitness Universe
Book SynopsisWhether your child has a special interest in space exploration or the origins of the universe, or you want to supplement classroom curriculum about the universe by making more resources available to your child outside of school, Eyewitness: Universe is the ideal choice for learning more about the universe. DK's Eyewitness series is perfect for children. It engages both readers and visual learners by presenting information with a combination of photography, small nuggets of information, and fact-packed annotation so children can really dig into topics without becoming overwhelmed. One picture at a time, Eyewitness books teach big subjects in easy ways. We've revamped our Eyewitness series to be even better with solid facts, shorter texts, more emphasis on images, and fresh new learning sections, making Eyewitness books the perfect way to encourage curiosity in your child or to supplement classroom learning.
£9.49
DK Eyewitness Universe
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£15.29
DK LEGO Idea A Day
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£21.24
DK Amazing Oceans
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£22.49
DK Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook
Book SynopsisUnearth the wonderful world of marvelous minerals, spectacular stones, and glistening gems in this complete guide to Earth’s rocks and minerals.Introducing Rocks and Minerals Ultimate Handbook, the latest title in DK’s Ultimate Handbook series which takes you on the journey to discover some of the world’s most fascinating rocks, minerals and gemstones of the natural world.This geology book for kids includes must-know facts and stats about more than 200 rocks, minerals, and gems, teaching all about where these objects come from, what they are made of, their uses, and their unique characteristics. With stats about each featured rock or mineral, including its colors, crystal shapes, and the materials it’s made of, this book is ideal for budding geologistsThis fascinating geology book for kids offers: - Thematic pages introducing different topics, including: the rock cycle, fossils, space rocks, birthstones,
£13.49
DK StitchByStitch
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£12.34
DK El Mundo En Imágenes Our World in Pictures
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£26.99
DK Smart Senses Seeing Big Seeing Small
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£11.69
DK Pocket Genius Science 4Book Collection
Book SynopsisDiscover the natural and physical world, how our body works, the galaxies surrounding our planet, and the periodic table in this compact science box set.Pocket Genius Science Collection combines four visually striking titles: Science, Human Body, Space, and Elements, in one exquisite slipcase that takes kids aged 9-12 through the fascinating world of all things science! This boxset contains:Pocket Genius ScienceCovering the basic principles of science, including matter and materials, energy and forces, and the living world, what things are made of, how things move, and how life works.Pocket Genius Human BodyFocusing on bones and joints, blood and the heart, lungs and breathing, the digestive system, brain, nerves, senses, and the life cycle, this is a head-to-toe look at our body and how it works. Pocket Genius SpaceExploring the Big Dipper, Little Dipper and other cons
£20.97
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) Amazing Space
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£17.22
Pan Macmillan In Focus Tropical Lands
Book SynopsisWhere is the hottest place on the Earth? Which animals love the hot weather? Where would you see a mirage? In Focus: Tropical Lands has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary and index, plus front and end gatefold flaps on the cover.
£7.59
Kingfisher In Focus Reptiles
Book SynopsisWhich amazing animal can change the color of its skin? Which terrifying creature is so big it was confused for a dragon? Which tricksy reptile pretends to be a toad? In Focus: Reptiles has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that''s perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes, and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fascinating facts and stats, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary, and index.
£15.29
Capstone See and Say Tagalog
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£9.49
Workman Publishing Camp Out The Ultimate Kids Guide
Book Synopsis Bear bags, wilderness showers, and telling the temperature by counting the cricket chirps... Whether you''re planning an over night in the backyard or a weekend in the wilderness, this book is packed with stuff to know. The basics, from gearing up to choosing a site to building a tarp tent. Tasty outdoor recipes: Solar Oven Pizza, Chow Down Chili and s'' more''s of course—with 8 variations.Plus: how to keep a Field Journal, exploring the nighttime sky, creepy campfire stories, and when it''s time to go home, leaving no trace. It''s everything you need to pick up and head for the hills.For Ages 7 and up.
£13.29
Workman Publishing The Land of Dinosaurs
Book SynopsisOut of a giant egg as big as a basketball comes a baby dinosaur who wonders, what dinosaur will I become when I grow big and tall? A ferocious Velociraptor with his three sharp talons? A winged Pterosaur, the only dinosaur who could fly? A long-necked Diplodocus who eats only leafy vegetables? Or maybe the king of the dinosaurs Tyrannosaurus Rex?
£9.49
Bloomsbury U.S.A. Children's Books The Toolbox
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£7.59
Tuttle Publishing My First Japanese Kanji Book
Book SynopsisMy First Japanese Kanji Book is an inventive and unique introduction to kanji for children.Written by the mother-daughter team of Eriko and Anna Sato, this lovely book introduces 109 kanji characters to children with poems and illustrations. It includes all the Japanese Government-specified first-grade level kanji characters and a sprinkling of simple second to sixth-grade characters.The kanji are introduced in the context of 36 colorful paintings and poems by 14-year-old Anna Sato, herself a kanji learner. Each of the poems is presented in both Japanese and English, and all kanji are accompanied by furigana (small hiragana letters), stroke-order diagrams, sample vocabulary and boxes for writing practice.A charming and educational volume, My First Japanese Kanji Book can be used as a self-study text, a supplementary material in Japanese language schools or a gift book for family or friends. An MP3 audio CD reinforces learning and ensures cor
£10.99
Tuttle Publishing My First Book of Tagalog Words
Book SynopsisMy First Book of Tagalog introduces preschool children to the Tagalog language; the standardized national language of the Philippines which has been influenced by both Spanish and English.Trade Review"…a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young children to Filipino language and culture through everyday words." --PragmaticMom.com"The pictures are fun and colorful. The words are short and easy to read. It is a great introduction to the Tagalog language in a fun way, but also to the culture. The reader learns about animals, food, family, transportation and more." --Crafty Moms Share blog
£8.99
Beacon Press Rolling Warrior The Incredible Sometimes Awkward
Book SynopsisAs featured in the Oscar-nominated documentary Crip Camp, and for readers of I Am Malala, one of the most influential disability rights activists in US history tells her story of fighting to belong.“If I didn’t fight, who would?”Judy Heumann was only 5 years old when she was first denied her right to attend school. Paralyzed from polio and raised by her Holocaust-surviving parents in New York City, Judy had a drive for equality that was instilled early in life.In this young readers’ edition of her acclaimed memoir, Being Heumann, Judy shares her journey of battling for equal access in an unequal world—from fighting to attend grade school after being described as a “fire hazard” because of her wheelchair, to suing the New York City school system for denying her a teacher’s license because of her disability. Judy went on to lead 150 disabled people in the longest sit-in protest in U
£13.49
Beacon Press White Fragility
Book SynopsisA reimagining of the best-selling book that gives young adults the tools to ask questions, engage in dialogue, challenge their ways of thinking, and take action to create a more racially just world. “I was taught to treat everyone the same.” “I don’t see color.” “My parents voted for Obama.” When white people have the opportunity to think and talk about race and racism, they more often than not don’t know how. In this adaptation of Dr. Robin DiAngelo’s best-selling book White Fragility, anti-racist educators Toni Graves Williamson and Ali Michael explain the concept of systemic racism to young adult readers and how to recognize it in themselves and the world around them. Along the way, Williamson and Michael provide tools for taking action to challenge systems of inequity and racism as they move into adulthood. Throughout the book, readers will find the following:
£22.80
