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Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Family Guide Rome
Perfect for planning and enjoying a stress-free family holiday, this easy-to-use guide book is packed with insider tips and information on Rome's best family-friendly activities and attractions.Marvel at the stunning ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, admire the art treasures in the Vatican museums, make a wish and throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain or follow in the footsteps of the Romans at the Colosseum. From recommendations of child-friendly restaurants to suggestions for rainy-day activities, this guide book takes the work out of planning a family trip to Rome.Inside Family Guide Rome:- Each major listing includes details of the nearest places to grab a snack or meal, what do if it rains, the closest toilets, and where kids can play and let off steam- Contains cartoons, quizzes and games to keep young travellers happy all day long- Detailed coloured maps of all the major attractions and areas help you navigate with ease- Colour-coded area guides make it easy to find information- At-a-glance pages highlight all the best sights and activities in each area so you can plan your day quickly- Features expert suggestions for the best places for families to stay, eat and shop - Gives essential travel information, including transport, visa and health information- Covers Ancient Rome, Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, Piazza di Spagna, Trevi Fountain, Villa Borghese, Northern Rome, Trastevere, Janiculum Hill, The Vatican and moreLooking for a comprehensive guide to Rome? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Rome. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's Family Guides are designed to help families make the most of their holiday, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and information to enrich your journey. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
£12.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Madrid Pocket Map and Guide
This handy pocket-sized guide is packed with ideas for things to do in Madrid, and includes a sturdy pull-out map to help you navigate with ease: everything you need for a perfect day out.From people-watching on Plaza Mayor to exploring world-class art in the magnificent Museo del Prado - discover the essential sights of Madrid with this great-value, concise travel guide and map.Inside Madrid Pocket Map and Guide:- Compact format - about the size of a mobile phone - means you can slip it in your pocket on a day trip or short stay- Easy-to-use pull-out map shows Madrid in detail, and includes a Metro map- Colour-coded area guide makes it easy to find information quickly and plan your day- Illustrations show the inside of Toledo Cathedral, El Escorial and Palacio Real- Colour photographs of Madrid's museums, architecture, shops, cathedrals and more- Covers Old Madrid, Bourbon Madrid, Around La Castellana and moreOn a longer break? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Madrid for a more in-depth guide to the city. About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Family Guide Washington, DC
Perfect for planning and enjoying a stress-free family holiday, this easy-to-use guide book is packed with insider tips and information on the best family-friendly activities and attractions.Take a tour of the White House, admire the monuments and memorials of the National Mall or visit the National Air and Space Museum. From recommendations of child-friendly restaurants to suggestions for rainy-day activities, this guide book takes the work out of planning a family trip to Washington, DC.Inside Family Guide Washington, DC:- Each major listing includes details of the closest toilets, the nearest places to grab a snack or meal, what do if it rains, and where kids can play and let off steam- Contains cartoons, quizzes and games to keep young travellers happy all day long- Detailed coloured maps of all the major attractions and areas help you navigate with ease- Colour-coded area guides make it easy to find information - At-a-glance pages highlight all the best sights and activities in each area so you can plan your day quickly- Features expert suggestions for the best places for families to stay, eat and shop - Gives essential travel information, including transport, visa and health information- Covers National Air and Space Museum, National Gallery of Art, Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, United States Capitol, the White House, Smithsonian American Art Museum and National Portrait Gallery, Georgetown, George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, Jamestown, Busch GardensTM and moreLooking for a comprehensive guide to Washington? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Washington, DC. On a shorter trip and want to see the highlights? Try our Top 10 Washington, DC travel guide.
£12.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Hungary
The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring Hungary.Experience luxurious spas, wander the historic Castle District in Budapest or explore the immense Hortobágy National Park: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Hungary with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Hungary:- Over 30 colour maps help you navigate with ease- Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need- Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Hungary, designed for every interest and budget- Illustrations and floorplans show the inside of the Royal Palace of Gödölló, St Stephen's Basilica, Esztergom Basilica, Pannonhalma Abbey, Budapest's striking Memento Park and more- Colour photographs of vibrant cities, historic churches and castles, pretty rural towns, spectacular architecture, serene countryside and more- Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Budapest, Szentendre, Esztergom, Northern Transdanubia, Székesfehérvár, the Bakony, Sopron, Pécs, Southern Transdanubia and the Northern Highlands - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about Hungary's history, way of life, architecture, diverse cuisine, festivals and events, thermal springs and baths, winemaking tradition and more- Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases, and transport, visa and health information DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Hungary is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Hungary.DK Eyewitness: winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2017. "No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The IndependentPlanning a city break? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Budapest.About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
£14.31
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Stockholm
The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this fascinating city.Stroll around picturesque Gamla Stan, marvel at a 400-year-old royal warship at the Vasamuseet, or explore the majestic rooms of the Kungliga Slottet (Royal Palace): everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Stockholm with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Stockholm:- Over 20 colour maps help you navigate with ease- Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need- Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Stockholm, designed for every interest and budget- Illustrations and floorplans show in detail the Royal Palace (Kungliga Slottet), Moderna Museet, Nationalmuseum, Nordiska museet, Vasamuseet, Skansen, Historiska museet, Drottningholm and more- Colour photographs of historic buildings, fascinating museums, parks and gardens, picturesque streets, royal palaces and more- Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Gamla Stan, the City, Blaiseholmen and Skeppsolmen, and Djurgården- Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: discover the festivals that take place throughout the year, and learn about Stockholm's history, art, architecture and more - Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful phrases, and transport, visa and health information DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Stockholm is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Stockholm.DK Eyewitness: winner of the Top Guidebook Series in the Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards 2017. "No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The IndependentPlanning a longer break in Sweden? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Sweden.About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
£12.16
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Eyewitness Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza
The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring the Balearic Islands.Explore Mallorca's historic towns and villages, relax on Menorca's pristine beaches, or dance the night away in Ibiza: everything you need to know is clearly laid out in colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza:- Over 10 colour maps help you navigate with ease - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need- Comprehensive tours and itineraries of Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza, designed for every interest and budget- Illustrations and floorplans show in detail Palma's cathedral La Seu, La Granja, the prehistoric monuments of Menorca and more- Colour photographs of the historic towns and villages, stunning coastline and spectacular landscapes in the Balearic Islands- Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera- Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about the turbulent history, rich architectural heritage and vibrant festivals of the Balearic Islands - Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus how to get around, useful phrases, and visa and health information DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza."No other guide whets your appetite quite like this one" - The IndependentPlanning a shorter break in Mallorca? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Mallorca guide.About DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips, and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
£12.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Star Wars Young Jedi Adventures Ultimate Sticker Collection
£9.31
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Collectors Sticker Anthology
Level up craft time with this exclusive collection of stickers featuring famous artworks and objects from The Metropolitan Museum of Art's incredible collection.More than 800 matte stickers feature the museum's highlights, from European paintings, to modern American artworks via Ancient Greek and Roman amphoras, medieval tapestries, and suits of armour.This inspiring collection includes more than 190 of The Met's most famous artworks. With something for everyone, The Met Collector's Sticker Anthology is perfect for crafting, decorating, journaling, school projects, or reliving your museum visit at home.
£17.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Vietnam War
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Babys First Valentines Day
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Super Phonics My First Decodable Stories FixIt Foxes
Help your child take their first steps into the world of phonics and reading with this bumper phonics workbook!DK Super Phonics My First Decodable Stories is a collection of first reader books that introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. This phonics book is perfect for children aged 4-5 who are learning to read, teaching different letter patterns through activities and games.This set of eight books introduces different letter patterns in stages which encourages independent reading from the outset. Each book gives the opportunity to practice and build upon phonics skills learnt at school, with a word list for blending practice and a game to enjoy together.This beginner reader series offers: A set of 8 books broken down into different letter patterns (adjacent consonants) to decode new words. New letters and sounds that are introduced through activities and games. Easy-to-use home learning mat
£11.43
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Planisphere and Starfinder
£15.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Human Body A Childrens Encyclopedia
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Mandarin Chinese English Bilingual Visual Dictionary
With over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Mandarin Chinese and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, DK''s Mandarin Chinese-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary is your essential companion to learning Mandarin Chinese.You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education, visit the doctor, go to the bank, use public transport, and much more.Fancy becoming an expert in the language? Then open the pages of this Mandarin dictionary to discover: A guide to a wide range of useful Mandarin words and expressions. Structured sections around a theme (e.g. sports, food and drink, transport). Clear, attractive illustrations make the vocabulary easy to understand and remember. Whether you are brushing up on your skills or learning the language from scratch, this dictionary makes learning and understanding Mandarin easy. The words are shown visual
£10.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Simply Science
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Countries of the World
Packed with striking photography, this compact Countries of the World guide explores over 200 countries and territories from around the world.Explore the planet and journey across the world to discover what makes it special in this fact-filled Pocket Eyewitness book for children aged 9-12.This country guide is divided into continental chapters, featuring each nation''s geography, climate and economics, supplemented by stats and data. Children will learn the national flags, official names, capital cities, populations, total area, population density, languages, literacy rate, type of government, and currency, all meticulously researched from the latest sources.This condensed children's Countries of the World guide offers: - A pocket-sized but detailed guide, fitting all the important information into one small package.- Up to 200 country profiles, each featuring a map, flag and keynote statistics.- Easy-to-navi
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Animal
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DK Music and How it Works: The Complete Guide for Kids
Take a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it, too.Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to Bowie and pop, as well as finding out how music is created and what links it all together.The book looks at music throughout history, beginning with the first known melody from the Fertile Crescent and covering modern music phenomena, from K Pop to hip-hop. Instruments and genres from across the world are featured, with "playlists" of key pieces encouraging kids to look up pieces to hear for themselves. STEAM spreads delve into the psychology and math behind music, from how it affects our mood to how it can improve our minds. Covering India's Ragas, Indonesia's Gamelan, Japan's city pop, and more, this book will help children discover a love of music.
£16.35
DK DK Reader Level 2: What Is an Election?
Packed with facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power.With this nonfiction politics book, children will learn about where and how democracy began and how it has developed over the years.What is an Election? is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four-level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are beginning to learn to read. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they learn to read.DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read while building general knowledge. What is an Election? explores a topic that will inspire and educate children, encouraging reading for pleasure which is linked with improved reading and writing abilities, as well as a wider vocabulary and greater self-confidence.
£7.13
DK My First Bilingual Words
¡La serie de libros para niños más exitosa de la editorial DK disponible ahora en formato bilingüe!Un entrañable libro ideal para las primeras lecturas de los más pequeños de la casa. Se trata de un libro para ayudar a nuestros hijos a expandir su vocabulario en español e inglés. Fomenta su aprendizaje mientras leen y se divierten con sus libros repletos de entrañables imágenes. Este magnífico libro para bebés en español e inglés es ideal para leerlo junto a los más pequeños de la casa. Todas las palabras que encontrarán en este libro les resultará totalmente familiar ya que es vocabulario muy básico de la vida cotidiana tal como la casa, el jardín, los animales, la granja y mucho más.Para que los más "peques" descubran el mundo que les rodea en inglés y españolEste cuento para bebés es ideal para que aprendan y amplíen nuevo vocabulario mientras se divierten y descubren el mundo que les rodea. Repite con ellos las diferentes palabras mostradas en este libro en español e inglés para que poco a poco se vayan familiarizando con ambos lenguajes.Este cuento para bebés en español e inglés, My First Bilingual Words, enseña a los niños a aprender las dos lenguas de forma simultánea a través de imágenes y palabras sobre los siguientes temas como los juguetes, la comida, la casa, la cocina, el dormitorio, el baño, el jardín, la playa, la granja, la naturaleza, los transportes y muchos más.My first bilingual Words, pertenece a la serie My First (primeras lecturas) de libros infantiles de 0 a 9 años, la colección de libros ideal para niños en edad preescolar. Incluye fotografías, ilustraciones encantadoras, rótulos fáciles de entender, y una amplia variedad de temas. Estos primeros libros de aprendizaje animan a los niños a desarrollar el vocabulario y las habilidades lingüísticas que forman la base de la educación temprana. Además, ahora están disponibles en la edición bilingüe, en inglés y español. Ideal para el aprendizaje simultáneo de dos lenguas.English descriptionTeach your preschool child numbers and encourage learning while reading and having fun together with your My First: Words board book, designed to be a toddler favorite and withstand wear and tear from a preschooler. My First: Words includes objects illustrating common first words that will be familiar to toddlers and preschool age children, building on familiarity to encourage further learning. Topics in My First: Words range from Around the House, Food, In the Bathroom, In the Kitchen, In the Garden, In the Garage, All about Me and My Body, Animals, Shopping, Things that Go, On the Farm, Seashore, Toys, Shapes, and Feelings.About the series: DK's most successful board book series for babies includes fresh photography, contemporary design, and an insightful approach to engaging preschoolers. With charming, bold design, clear labels, and a wide variety of topics, these first learning books encourage children to build the vocabulary and language skills that form the foundation of early education, and are now available in bilingual editions.
£8.76
DK Historia (Knowledge Encyclopedia History!): El pasado como nunca lo has visto antes
¡La historia como nunca antes la has visto!Esta fascinante enciclopedia infantil inspirará a los lectores más jóvenes con sus detalladas imágenes generadas por ordenador y sus vívidas descripciones.Viaja a través del tiempo y participa en la cacería del mamut, desfila junto a un soldado romano y vuela con los hermanos Wright. Asómate a antiguas construcciones, maravíllate ante las vestimentas de la época y acércate a las batallas más importantes de la historia. Descubre cómo era el día a día de las culturas medievales, cómo cambiaron el mundo inventos como la imprenta, ¡y mucho más! Desde feroces guerreros samuráis a la Segunda Guerra Mundial o las innovaciones ecológicas, cada evento puede visualizarse con increíble detalle, aportando un primer acercamiento fascinante a la historia. Historia es el regalo perfecto para niños de 9 a 12 años, tanto como apoyo para sus tareas escolares como para que aprendan en su tiempo libre lo fascinante que es la historia.
£26.05
DK Baby Touch and Feel Flamingo
An interactive touch and feel book for babies featuring the instantly recognizable - and always pink - Flamingo. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Baby Touch and Feel: Flamingo is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colorful illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby’s attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for preschoolers and makes for an ideal baby gift.Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mom and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation.This charming board book for babies includes: • An amazing range of different textures to explore • Clearly labeled pictures and a simple, easy to follow design • Easy to read text to encourage early vocabulary building • A texture or eye-catching area on every page • Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth Learning to read should always be this fun. Kids will get hours of play from this sturdy board book for babies and toddlers, from making the noises and reading the names to feeling the different textures. Packed full of shiny objects and some bumps and grooves, this educational book will engage small children and stimulate early childhood development in different ways. This touchy feely book, with its strong, baby-safe jacket, makes for an ideal baby gift.Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Baby Touch and Feel range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books and includes titles like Baby Touch and Feel Animals, Baby Touch and Feel Bedtime, Baby Touch and Feel Colors and Shapes, and more for your little one to enjoy!
£9.24
DK The Little Book of Economics
This book is the perfect introduction to the subject of economics and economic ideas throughout history.From the earliest forms of currency to the Industrial Revolution, and from the birth of the stock market to free-market capitalism and globalized trade, The Little Book of Economics brings economic theory and the work of key economists to life. Journeying through centuries of economic thought, it is the perfect pocket-sized guide to the subject.Packed with infographics and flowcharts that explain complex concepts clearly and simply, The Little Book of Economics offers you the same combination of clear text and hard-working infographics in a portable format that is perfect for reading on the go.
£12.01
DK My Book of Gymnastics
Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians.Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.
£14.76
DK Super Dinosaur Encyclopedia: The Biggest, Fastest, Coolest Prehistoric Creatures
Travel back in time and get up close and personal with the biggest, fastest, and strangest creatures that ever roamed the earth.Take a dip with the plesiosaur that’s bigger than a bus, race the dinosaur that’s faster than a galloping horse, and grin at the big cat with teeth that are longer than daggers. Prepare to be amazed as more than 40 incredible prehistoric creatures come roaring back to life in stunning CGI reconstructions. Alongside the amazing images, Super Dinosaur is packed with incredible facts about these extraordinary creatures. Did you know that the fearsome Tyrannosaurus has the most powerful bite of any land animal that has ever lived? Or that the bizarre Amargasaurus had spines that stuck out 60 cm (24 in) from its neck? Or perhaps you fancy your chances in a staring competition with Temnodontosaurus – just be warned, its eyes are 25 cm (9.8 in) wide! Features on fascinating fossils and the latest scientific techniques will show you exactly how paleontologists piece together information about how dinosaurs would have looked and lived.The perfect read for children aged 9 and over, this brilliant and informative guide will appeal to budding dinosaur experts of all ages.
£26.00
DK The History Book
Learn about the origins of our species and all things revolution in The History Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about History in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The History Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of History, with:- Easy to navigate step-by-step summaries that explain each historical theme - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe History Book is a captivating introduction to the key events that have shaped society, from the dawn of civilization to the modern culture of today. Here you’ll discover the stories of important historical events and turning points, and the leaders, thinkers, and heroes involved, through exciting text and bold graphics.Your History Questions, Simply ExplainedThis book will outline big ideas, themes and events of world history, from the founding of Baghdad and the colonization of the Americas, to the inception of Buddhism. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the milestones that have shaped civilization, The History Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Here you’ll learn about early humans, the empires of ancient history, the voyages of discovery to the tumultuous birth of nationalism, and the violence of two world wars. The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The History Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
£20.91
DK Pop-Up Peekaboo! Baby Animals
Come join a hide-and-seek adventure in the rainforest! Search the branches and leaves to find where all the baby animals are hiding.There's a little elephant splashing in the lake and a sleepy sloth in the vines, just lift the flaps for a pop-up surprise! Read the lively rhymes and make story time fun!Follow the beautifully illustrated animal escapades through the rainforest with parents and their babies. This lift-the-flap board book is packed with adorable photos of stuffed toys that you'll just want to cuddle. Find the silly monkey and the lively tree frog.Babies and toddlers will be enchanted by finding the surprises behind each flap. This interactive book helps teach young children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups help toddlers learn motor control for improved dexterity.This book has been designed as an all-round activity learning experience, to get the most out of story time. Read aloud the lively rhymes that create the amusing story for your kids to follow, and play a guessing game of who is behind the flap! The rhymes and the easy-to-read text help preschoolers remember the new words they are learning for early language development. Peekaboo!Bold, brightly colored pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes. This book provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of animal entertainment. It's a fantastic gift for birthdays.Inside the pages of this pop-up adventure book, you'll find: Hands-on play that builds confident book skillsLook-and-find peekaboo games that reward curiosity Rhythmic, read-aloud text that aids language developmentSurprise! The peekaboo fun doesn't stop here! Your little one will enjoy hours of hide-and-seek surprises with The My Pop-Up Series. Find your farmyard friends with Pop-Up Peekaboo! Farm, search the oceans in Pop-Up Peekaboo! Under the Sea and travel back in time to find dinosaurs in Pop-up Peekaboo! Baby Dinosaur and more!DK Book's Pop-up Peekaboo! series has been shortlisted for the Best Preschool Reading Range in The Progressive Preschool Awards 2018.
£13.79
DK The Vegetarian Cookbook: More than 50 Recipes for Young Cooks
Full of tasty and filling recipes, this vegetarian cookbook for kids offers up a range of more than 60 dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacktime.Budding young cooks will be excited by the variety of healthy and fun vegetarian meals that are incredibly easy to make. Each recipe is carefully put together by an expert author and there is a nutritionist on board to check there's a balance of vitamins, minerals, protein, and carbohydrates throughout the book. Studies have shown that lowering your meat intake can be incredibly beneficial for you and your child's health as well as helping the environment. Food fact files and helpful tips throughout the book give advice on how to achieve a balanced diet, ensuring every nutritional need is covered for growing young minds and bodies. The pre-teen and teenager categories are often forgotten, but this all-encompassing vegetarian cookbook fills that gap by suggesting foods that will help with concentration, developing hormones, and overall mental well-being.
£17.59
DK My First Bilingual A B C
¡La serie de libros para niños más exitosa de la editorial DK disponible ahora en formato bilingüe!Un libro cautivador ideal para las primeras lecturas de los más pequeños de la casa. Se trata de un libro para enseñar el abecedario a nuestros hijos que se encuentran en edad preescolar. Fomenta su aprendizaje mientras leen y se divierten con su primer libro. My First Bilingual ABC, es un cuento para bebés en español e inglés, diseñado de forma resistente gracias a las páginas de cartón. ¡Será el favorito de los “peques”! Promueve el interés de tus hijos por las letras con este divertido libro con entrañables imágenes. ¡De la A a la Z! From A to Z!Acompáñalos a nombrar objetos que empiezan con cada letra del abecedario para ayudarles a desarrollar sus habilidades lingüísticas y a adquirir el conocimiento sobre el pequeño mundo que van descubriendo a su alrededor. Leed el libro juntos, ayúdale a pasar las páginas, y practicad nombrando los objetos de las imágenes y fotografías.Este libro infantil My First Bilingual ABC, enseña a los niños a: • Recitar el abecedario, adquiriendo habilidades lingüísticas básicas. • Aprender dos idiomas con el texto bilingüe, familiarizándose con las palabras en ambos. • Nombrar los objetos, ayudándoles a desarrollar las habilidades de la observación. • Ampliar el conocimiento que tienen del mundo que van descubriendo a su alrededor con la ayuda de contenido fotográfico e ilustraciones. My first bilingual ABC, pertenece a la serie My First (primeras lecturas) de libros infantiles de 0 a 9 años, la colección de libros ideal para niños en edad preescolar. Incluye fotografías, ilustraciones encantadoras, rótulos fáciles de entender, y una amplia variedad de temas. Estos primeros libros de aprendizaje animan a los niños a desarrollar el vocabulario y las habilidades lingüísticas y matemáticas que forman la base de la educación temprana. Además, ahora están disponibles en la edición bilingüe, en inglés y español. Ideal para el aprendizaje simultáneo de dos lenguas.English descriptionDK’s most successful board book series is now bilingualWith its simple point-and-say layout, My First Bilingual ABC builds confidence through repetition and encourages preschool vocabulary and language skills in Spanish and English.Designed to withstand wear and tear from your toddler, this board book is specially designed to captivate young readers. With bright, bold, and colorful photographs on white backgrounds, this book creates a foundation for learning:- Your child will learn the alphabet and letter sounds, which promotes reading readiness.- Bilingual text promotes familiarity in both languages.- Naming pictures develops key observational skills.- Photographic content builds knowledge of the world.About the series: DK's most successful board book series includes fresh photography, contemporary design, and an insightful approach to engaging preschoolers. With charming, bold design, clear labels, and a wide variety of topics, these first learning books encourage children to build the vocabulary and language skills that form the foundation of early education, and are now available in bilingual editions.
£8.76
DK LEGO Holiday Ideas: More than 50 Festive Builds (Library Edition)
More than 50 festive building ideasNeed to keep a little LEGO® fan entertained over the holiday season? Packed full of original, inspirational build ideas for LEGO holiday decorations, gifts and games, this is perfect for LEGO fans and children who enjoy building and crafting. From fun tree decorations, a cute family of penguins, and a snowflake garland to quick LEGO building challenges suitable for the whole family, you won't run out of ideas with this book over the holiday season. 50 winter holiday-themed activities will keep kids busy counting down to the holidays and throughout the winter holidays.©2019 The LEGO Group
£14.86
DK Disney Pixar Ultimate Sticker Book, New Edition
Contains more than 100 stickers.Take a trip into the magical world of Disney Pixar! The Disney Pixar Ultimate Sticker Book contains more than 100 colorful stickers and fun facts about your favorite Pixar characters and their exciting adventures. Read about Buzz Lightyear, Sully, Elastigirl, Joy, Hector, and more, and meet exciting new characters from Pixar's latest movie, Toy Story 4. The Disney Pixar Ultimate Sticker Book is a must-have for any young Disney Pixar fan.
£8.28
DK Antología de animales extraordinarios (An Anthology of Intriguing Animals)
Descubre increíbles y fascinantes historias sobre tus animales favoritos y conoce otros nuevos que pueden sorprenderte. El reino animal cobra vida en esta preciosarecopilación de más de 100 especies: desde orcas a ornitorrincos, leones o lémures. Con los animales ordenados de mayor a menor, la fauna del mundo se revelacon un detalle fabuloso a travésde fotografías espectacularesy magníficas ilustraciones.
£24.21
DK The Soup Book: 200 Recipes, Season by Season
Make the most of fresh produce all year round with more than 200 homemade soup recipes organized by season, then by ingredient. The Soup Book is packed with nourishing recipes for every season. Try winter warmers such as parsnip and apple soup or French onion soup, enjoy a light summer lunch of chilled cucumber soup with dill, and make a hearty borscht or pumpkin soup in autumn. The recipes are organized first by season, and then by ingredient, so you can easily find the ideal soup to suit the fresh ingredients you have to hand. Featuring recipes from Raymond Blanc, Dan Barber, Alice Waters, and other supporters of The Soil Association, The Soup Book offers plenty of recipe ideas and inspiration to fill your bowl. Sure to get your tastebuds tingling, you can discover:- 200 tried-and-tested recipes organized by first by season, then by ingredient.- Every recipe is accompanied by advice on freezing.- Includes a chapter of bread recipes that can be baked to accompany the soups.Each recipe is accompanied by freezing times so that you can prepare your favorite recipes to enjoy later. This updated edition features more photographs to accompany the book’s refreshed design, along with a brand-new foreword from The Soil Association. A must-have cookbook for cooks looking for inventive ways to avoid waste and use up vegetables or pantry items and budget-conscious cooks looking for nutritious, filling recipes as well as health-conscious cooks looking for recipes that will help them reduce their calorie intake. Make hearty, wholesome, and healthy soups all year round with The Soup Book.
£22.23
DK 100 First Dinosaur Words
Help little dinosaur fans spot all their favorite prehistoric friends! Meet mighty Tyrannosaurus, Giganotosaurus, Triceratops, and more... More than 40 amazing dinosaurs are clearly labeled, with helpful pronunciation guides for their names, as well as other prehistoric creatures, dinosaur body parts, their eggs and babies, habitats, and skeletons. From the biggest and smallest dinosaurs to meat eaters and plant eaters, from spiky, armored dinosaurs to flying pterosaurs, giant fossil finds, and incredible prehistoric lands, 100 First Dinosaur Words covers everything little ones love about these awesome creatures. The mix of impressive, computer-generated dinosaurs and humorous, cartoon-style pictures provides lots to talk, learn, and smile about, making this colorful dinosaur board book great for sharing, and an attractive baby, toddler, or preschool gift. Part of a beautiful picture word book series, which includes the award-winning 100 First Words and 100 First Animals, the big board book pages are toddler tough, and every one is a visual treat, filled with lots to see - from huge stompy dinosaur feet and a fiery volcano to a baby dinosaur hatching and enormous Diplodocus eating the top of a very tall tree! Word labels and pronunciation guides encourage naming and picture-and-word association, building language and reading readiness, while the inviting, look-and-point pictures stimulate talking. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Dinosaur Words takes your little one on an exciting learning adventure.
£13.36
DK Robot (Spanish Edition): Descubre las máquinas del futuro
Desde los grandes robots soldado hasta los modernos androides, los animales robot y los nanobots que pueden trabajar dentro de nuestro cuerpo, este libro infantil en español explora la tecnología que está transformando el mundo.Con el estallido de la inteligencia artificial (IA), asistimos a un fascinante cambio de paradigma tecnológico ilustrado en este libro para niños de 9 a 11 años.La creciente aparición de la automatización de procesos industriales y cotidianos hace de este libro una cita obligada para comprender el estado actual y el futuro en relación a la disrupción digital. ¡La revolución robótica ha llegado para quedarse! La robótica y la inteligencia artificial forman cada vez más parte de la vida diaria: desde los drones de combate hasta los robots que ayudan a cuidar de los pacientes en los hospitales y desde los robots de servicio que empaquetan alimentos hasta los de rescate que ayudan a encontrar a las personas desaparecidas tras una catástrofe. Robot. Descubre las máquinas del futuro, nos explica cómo funcionan estas máquinas, cómo están hechas, y nos pone al día sobre lo más avanzado de la ciencia, la tecnología y la ingeniería mecánica.¡La revolución robótica ha llegado para quedarse!Este libro en español para niños y jóvenes ayuda a explicar de forma clara muchas funciones que los robots realizan hoy en día para nosotros. Pueden ser desde exoesqueletos que nos ayudan a caminar hasta máquinas que hacen que trabajos peligrosos o ingratos sean más seguros. Este libro para niños es una guía completa de la variedad de robots que existe en la actualidad: en tamaño, complejidad y funcionamiento. Pero no es solo un catálogo de tipos de robots. También proporciona una buena comprensión acerca de cómo funcionan, perciben, se mueven y piensan los robots. Esta obra infantil nos muestra más de 100 robots que representan las últimas y mayores innovaciones en inteligencia artificial por medio de extraordinarios gráficos y asombrosas fotografías. Una serie de cuadros técnicos nos ofrecen datos fascinantes sobre el diseño de cada robot, su producción y sus capacidades. El capítulo final afronta el futuro de la robótica y el modo en que los niños de un mañana no muy lejano podrían tener sus propios amigos androides.Robot es una interesante referencia para comprender el estado actual y futuro del apasionante mundo de la robótica. A través de los siguientes capítulos las mentes jóvenes inquietas aprenderán sobre los tipos de robots existentes en cada ámbito de aplicación: • El auge de los robots • En casa • En el trabajo • Robots cotidianos • Robots extremos • Héroes robóticosRobot es una enciclopedia infantil que forma parte de la colección de aprendizaje y desarrollo de la editorial DK, donde destacan grandes libros en español para niños y jóvenes.
£19.46
DK History of Britain and Ireland: The Definitive Visual Guide
Discover the pivotal political, military, and cultural events that shaped British and Irish history, from Stone Age Britain to the present day, in this revised and updated ebook.Combining over 700 photographs, maps, and artworks with accessible text, the History of Britain and Ireland is an invaluable resource for families, students, and anyone seeking to learn more about the fascinating story of the England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. Spanning six distinct periods of British and Irish history, this ebook is the best way to find out how Britain transformed with the Norman rule, fought two world wars in the 20th century, and faced new economic challenges in the 21st century.DK's visual guide places key figures - from Alfred the Great to Winston Churchill - and major events - from Roman invasion to the Battle of Britain - in their wider context, making it easier than ever before to learn how they influenced Britain and Ireland's development through the age of empire into the modern era.
£31.89
DK How Philosophy Works: The Concepts Visually Explained
What is the meaning of life? Are we truly free? How can we make ethical choices? Discover the answers to life's greatest questions.Demystifying the key ideas of the world's greatest philosophers, and exploring all of the most important branches of philosophical thought in a uniquely visual way, this book is the perfect introduction to the history of philosophy. How Philosophy Works combines bold infographics and jargon-free text to demystify fundamental concepts about the nature of reality. Covering everything from ethics to epistemology and phenomenology, the book presents the ideas and theories of key philosophical traditions and philosophers - from Plato and Socrates to Nietzsche and Wittgenstein via Kant - in a novel, easy-to-understand way. Its infographics will help you to understand the elements of philosophy on a conceptual level and, by tackling life's "big questions", it will help you to look at the world in an entirely new way. With its unique graphic approach and clear, authoritative text, How Philosophy Works is the perfect introduction to philosophy, and the ideal companion to DK's The Philosophy Book in the "Big Ideas" series.
£20.80
DK Sticker Encyclopedia Dinosaurs
A children's sticker book covering everything you need to know about all the different dinosaurs, from Diplodocus to Tyrannosaurus Rex, with more than 600 dinosaur stickers for kids to enjoy!Every page of this book is filled with dinosaur related activities, quizzes and interesting dinosaur facts. Hunt for stickers, learn about all of the creatures that roamed the Earth millions of years ago and create amazing prehistoric scenes. Take a trip back in time with the Dinosaurs Sticker Encyclopedia, the perfect gift for every budding paleontologist!
£13.45
DK Knowledge Genius!: A Quiz Encyclopedia to Boost Your Brain
A brilliant book that puts your general knowledge to the test: pick your subject, look at the pictures, and see if you can name them all.A brilliant quiz book for clever kids - put your general knowledge to the test and boggle your family and friends with your brainpower!Can you name the longest river in Europe? Do you know your skull from your sternum? Can you identify an archaeopteryx and an allosaurus? Can you recognise the flags of India and Italy? You can! Then what are you waiting for? Open the pages of Knowledge Genius! to find out what you know, and challenge yourself to learn even more!With more than 60 topics, from across the encyclopedia, there's something for everyone. The pages are packed with eye-popping pictures - but do you know what they show? To help you, "Test Yourself" panels list what you're looking for. With three levels of difficulty, the challenge gets harder as you work your way from Starter, to Challenger, and finally the truly tricky Genius category. If you need it, there's a fun fact with every picture to give a helpful clue.Take on the Knowledge Genius! brain-busting challenge!
£22.74
DK First History Encyclopedia
Key history topics are simply explained in this friendly and informative reference book.First History Encyclopedia covers everything a child needs to know about historical events. It follows the curriculum for grades 1 through 6 and provides a strong foundation for history learning through the rest of the school years. It's the perfect homework help book to support children as they begin to learn about history.This history book is part of DK's best-selling First Reference series. It introduces exciting areas of history that will get kids hooked on learning about the past, including the Romans, Ancient Egypt, the Vikings, World War I, and World War II.
£17.31
DK 1000 Bilingual Words: Build vocabulary and literacy skills
This exciting collection of 1,000 words will broaden young children's vocabulary, and strengthen their early reading and writing skills.Arranged thematically, topics include Me and My Family, Animals, How We Look and Feel, Around the World, and I know... Colors, Shapes, Numbers, Weather, and Seasons. There are also four "story style" spreads that tell a simple narrative and inspire storytelling skills: for example, All in a Day is about a young child's typical day, and "If I Were a Pet" looks at a dog, cat, rabbit, fish, and pony, and imagines what these different animals might like to do.The book is packed with clearly labeled pictures, encouraging picture-and-word association, which helps early reading, and every page features short sentences for children to finish that reinforce grammar and encourage early writing skills. The words have been chosen with the help of a leading educational consultant, Penny Coltman, and include a combination of useful and imaginative nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Young children will be amazed and delighted by all the fascinating real-world photos, things to spot, entertaining artworks to talk about, and incredibly useful words! This fun and educational picture word book is a must-have first reference title for parents who are keen to develop their child's language and literacy skills.Fomente el lenguaje y la lectoescritura de los niños con este entretenido libro de palabras lleno de ilustraciones. Repleto de sustantivos útiles, además de algunos verbos y adjetivos: hay muchas cosas por descubrir en cada página y una gran variedad de temas interesantes, como, por ejemplo, Animales salvajes, En qué trabajan las personas, La hora de los cuentos, En la granja o Colores, formas y números. Contiene cinco cuentos sencillos y entretenidos que presentan más palabras útiles y ayudan a adquirir las primeras habilidades narrativas.
£14.76
DK Concise World Atlas, Eighth Edition
The atlas of everything you need to know about our planet today.This encyclopedic view of our planet, fully revised and updated for the 8th edition, sets new standards in cartographic excellence. Created using the latest digital techniques and satellite data, high-definition maps of the whole world are complemented by superb photographs, diagrams, and topic maps.First published in 2001, this extensive atlas is an invaluable reference for home, school, and office. The opening section is a fascinating introduction to our world with a series of maps that illustrate its physical, political, economic, and demographic geography.The main section is a series of beautifully clear and concise maps that give a superb overview of the world's continents. Each page contains a wealth of extra information that helps to separate this atlas from so many others, including inset maps, photographs, and text to help give a real flavor of the geography and culture of a region. New information in this edition includes everything from revised country names, such as Eswatini for Swaziland, to updated country statistics and population numbers.Linking all of this together is a fully cross-referenced index containing 80,000 place names, making Concise World Atlas a truly in-depth portrait of our planet.
£44.69
DK 100 First Things That Go
Jump aboard and point to the busy vehicles in this things that go baby book. Filled with cars, trucks, planes, boats, tractors, and diggers, it helps little ones learn first words and build vocabulary. Favorite vehicles are labeled on every page, and the exciting photos combined with fun illustrations provide lots to talk about, learn about, and smile about, making this colorful picture book great for sharing, and an attractive baby gift. Part of a beautiful, first word book series, which includes the award-winning 100 First Words and 100 First Animals, the big board book pages are toddler tough, and cover everything from cool cars, terrific trucks, and awesome fire engines, to vehicle colors and kids’ own ride-on toys. There are even some entertaining make-believe things that go, such as a fantastic pirate ship and a magic broomstick. Every page is a visual treat, and little ones will love all the amazing machines, and be captivated by the delightful illustrations, from a digger unearthing a dinosaur skeleton to a fire engine pulling up by a tree to rescue a cat. Word labels encourage naming and picture-and-word association, building language and reading readiness, while the inviting, look-and-point pictures stimulate talking. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Things That Go takes your baby on an exciting learning adventure.
£13.48
DK DK Workbooks: Computer Coding with Scratch 3.0 Workbook
Kids will easily learn to code games and projects using Scratch 3.0 with this coding workbook, perfect for school projects or just for fun.Download Scratch, a simple and free programming language, and get programming quickly with DK Workbooks: Computer Coding with Scratch 3.0. It's the perfect coding book for beginners or Scratch enthusiasts who want to find out how to use all the exciting new features, such as new types of blocks and sound effects, of Scratch 3.0. This new version of Scratch will also let you code and play games on tablets, and play the games you create on smart phones.In DK Workbooks: Computer Coding with Scratch 3.0, programming for kids is broken down clearly and simply, so children will easily learn how to create their own games, projects, and much more on the screen.
£8.36
DK How Does a Butterfly Grow?
From egg to hungry caterpillar to beautiful butterfly, this picture book with flaps follows the complete life cycle of a swallowtail. With sturdy board book pages and exciting flaps to lift, it's the perfect life cycle book for young children.How Does a Butterfly Grow? will entertain and educate preschoolers. They'll love finding out about each life cycle stage of the swallowtail butterfly, as they follow the fascinating pictures and listen to the fun and friendly text. Close-up photos show the mommy swallowtail laying her eggs, the tiny caterpillar hatching and growing, and the pretty butterfly emerging from its chrysalis. The fully grown swallowtail's scaly, brightly patterned wings lift up from the page as fluttery flaps, and more flaps reveal three other caterpillars transforming into incredible butterflies and an amazing moth. Kids will also learn other butterfly facts, such as how they feed, how they spread pollen, and how they are similar and different to moths. Perfect for reading aloud, How Does a Butterfly Grow? is a charming and informative picture book to share and enjoy.
£13.56
DK Great Paintings
From works by Botticelli and Raphael to Salvador Dali and Frida Kahlo, discover the paintings that have shaken the art world through the centuries and across continents. Great Paintings presents over 60 amazing paintings - both familiar and new. It not only lists some of the greatest works of art but brings them to life with the help of more than 700 photographs and descriptive text. Understand the key features, composition, and techniques that have made these paintings stand out. The book also includes brief biographies of the artists, which provides the background to each artwork and helps readers paint their own picture of the historical and social context behind each masterpiece.Whether you are young or old, an art student or a fan, simply turn the pages of Great Paintings to go on your personal gallery tour of some of the world's best-loved paintings.
£22.59
DK El Libro de la historia (The History Book)
Grandes ideas, explicaciones sencillas¿Qué permitió el surgimiento de la democracia en la antigua Grecia? ¿Cómo conquistó España América Central y del Sur? ¿Qué provocó la caída del Muro de Berlín?Este libro responde a estas y otras muchas cuestiones revisando las civilizaciones, las revoluciones y los avances tecnológicos que han hecho nuestro mundo irreconocible para nuestros ancestros.Con un lenguaje claro, El libro de la historia ofrece breves y sencillas explicaciones de las ideas que subyacen a los eventos que han configurado nuestro mundo, esquemas que simplifican conceptos complejos e ingeniosas ilustraciones que juegan con nuestras ideas sobre el pasado. Tanto el nuevo en la materia, como el ávido estudiante o el apasionado de la historia, hallarán en este libro mucha información interesante.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Your History Questions, Simply ExplainedThis book will outline big ideas, themes and events of world history, presenting key information in an easy to follow layout. Here you’ll learn about early humans, the empires of ancient history, the voyages of discovery to the tumultuous birth of nationalism, and the violence of two world wars.Learn about the origins of our species and all things revolution in The History Book.The History Book is a captivating introduction to the key events that have shaped society, from the dawn of civilization to the modern culture of today. Here you’ll discover the stories of important historical events and turning points, and the leaders, thinkers, and heroes involved, through exciting text and bold graphics.
£26.60
DK The Advanced Photography Guide: Expert Techniques to Take Your Digital Photography to the Next Level
Are you looking to improve your photography repertoire? Take your photography skills and technique to the next level with this inspiring and informative guide. Featuring a comprehensive range of topics from experimenting with lenses, exposure, and aperture to useful post-production techniques, the easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials show you how to master the functions on your cameras and develop exciting new techniques. As well as refreshing your existing knowledge, you will learn more advanced skills, such as how to freeze movement, use filters, and create brilliant images from multiple exposures. Flick through inspiring ideas for projects, exploring themes ranging from close-ups and portraits to street scenes, landscapes, and the night sky, while useful tips and hints help you to think creatively, and tackle "difficult" subjects. Packed with practical advice and beautiful images, The Advanced Photography Guide will give you the know-how and confidence to produce truly stunning images and develop a distinctive style of your own.
£18.13