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Learn all about reptiles with this fact-filled sticker book. Create your own reptile collection–everything from snakes and tortoises to lizards and gators! Kids can’t resist using and reusing these colorful, photographic reptile stickers. Each Ultimate Sticker Book presents an array of colorful, photographic stickers of baby animals or dinosaurs, the US Presidents or the night sky–there's something for everyone. Young children will love working with these durable, reusable stickers, and they can have fun using the stickers to make picture books and projects on their own. These entertaining books provide a hands-on way to explore new subjects. (And some of the stickers even glow in the dark!) Includes over 60 full-color, self-adhesive stickers.

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Celebrate Passover with this delightful baby board book teaching little ones all about this popular Jewish festival.Bold, brightly colored pictures, and short and snappy text is the perfect way to discover Passover together in this delightful book! From assembling the seder plate to making matzah soup, Baby’s First Passover features all the familiar favorites associated with the springtime Jewish festival.This board book is perfect for children aged 2-4 years to develop early learning skills, with simple and vibrant pictures and sentences that promote language skills. The small, padded format of this book is perfect for little hands to hold, and babies and toddlers will enjoy turning the pages by themselves, helping with early reading development and fine motor skills.This charming board book features:- Bright images that are exciting for little ones to focus on- A small, sturdy, and padded design making it easy for babies to hold by themselves- A gentle introduction to Passover, with clear text for little ones to understand - A simple and clear design that’s easy for little ones to follow alongLearn all about this popular Jewish holiday with your little one! Baby’s First Passover perfectly captures the joy of this special celebration and is an ideal preschool learning introduction to the traditions of the holiday.Complete the series!This delightful book is part of the Baby’s First Holidays range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books. This educational and exciting collection includes Baby's First Hanukkah, Baby's First Diwali, and Baby's First Thanksgiving.

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A seek-and-find board book for young learners with entertaining characters to follow and fun prehistoric creatures to spot.Let your child’s imagination run wild in this busy, search-and-find board book! Little ones can follow fun characters, spot and count different dinosaur species, and have an exciting i-spy adventure. A perfect interactive book to share with pre-reading toddlers or older children aged 3-5 who are just beginning to read, every scene has “Can you spot?” questions, prehistoric things to find, and prompts to encourage observation, exploration, and conversation. This interactive dinosaur board book offers:- Search-and-find activities that are hands-on, accessible, and fun – spotting lots of dinosaur favorites.- A mix of interactive scenes to search through, encouraging children and parents to play together.- A sturdy board book format that is ideal for little hands to hold.- I-Spy activities that encourage concentration, observation and cognitive skills.This adventure starts in a museum, where there are intriguing exhibits to spot, including a T. rex skeleton, dinosaur egg fossils, and a model of three-horned Triceratops. Children will then be whisked back in time to the Jurassic and Cretaceous worlds through a magic door, discovering favorite dinosaurs such as plated Stegosaurus and mighty Neovenator. Plus there hidden objects in the scenes including prehistoric insects, pterosaurs, hatching dinosaurs, and dinosaur poo!Find my Favorite Things Dinosaurs has so many exciting prehistoric things to talk about and characters to follow from page to page, children can use their imaginations to tell their own stories while learning important farm words along the way. Perhaps they will even continue the story after they have finished the book!Complete the seriesIf you enjoyed spotting all the prehistoric creatures in this search-and-find book, why not try other i-spy books in the series? Find my Favorite Things Farm will take you on a barnyard adventure to spot fluffy chicks and playful lambs, Find my Favorite Animals introduces many different habitats and wildlife, and Find my Favorite Things features a collection of busy scenes like the beach and the toyshop.

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- Ilustrado con más de 1,000 imágenes.- Formato original cronológicamente presentado.- Un regalo perfecto para la biblioteca familiar.Este excelente libro presenta de principio a fin, en una recta cronológica, desde las pinturas rupestres hasta el arte callejero y mucho más, creando una fantástica galería de arte a través de la historia.Se exploran y explican movimientos artísticos como el Renacimiento, el Impresionismo, el Surrealismo y el Pop Art. Se incluyen biografías de las figuras clave tras algunas de las obras de arte más conocidas del mundo.Con más de 1,000 imágenes de pinturas, dibujos, fotografías y esculturas, esta es la mejor guía visual de la historia del arte, siglo a siglo, año tras año.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lavishly illustrated, with more than 1,000 images.- Unique timeline format.- A perfect gift for the family library.It has a timeline running through it, a glorious gallery of art through history, from prehistoric cave paintings to street art, and everything in between.Art movements are explored and explained. There are biographies of key figures behind some of the world’s best-known artworks.With more than 1,000 images of paintings, drawings, photographs, and sculptures, this is the ultimate visual guide to the history of art.

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- Nueva edición completamente revisada, con su enfoque totalmente ilustrado de la historia del mundo.- Incluye 8 páginas de cronologías inéditas.- Un enfoque verdaderamente global.- Creado en colaboración con el Smithsonian.Desde los dinosaurios y los vikingos hasta la historia de los robots y el espionaje, descubre la increíble historia del mundo con esta espectacular colección de cronologías.Repleto de datos y detalles sorprendentes, 'A través del tiempo' te llevará a un viaje por la historia ilustrada del tiempo, desde el Big Bang hasta nuestro mundo moderno. Más de 120 rectas cronológicas te mostrarán todo el conocimiento general que necesitas. Esta es una edición revisada elaborada en conjunto con expertos con el fin de garantizar que siga siendo una referencia esencial.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fully revised reissue edition, with its heavily illustrated take on history and truly wide-ranging content.- 8 pages of brand-new timelines.- A truly global approach.- Published in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution.From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of robots and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines, has been fully updated with new information.More than 120 timelines give you all the general knowledge you need.

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- Bilingual English-Spanish: Great resource to promote bilingualism at an early age, a large-type word label, and fun annotation to read aloud. - Exciting images: Twelve vibrant interior pages, each with one bright, bold, engaging image.- Tactile learning: Promotes fine motor skills with soft, shiny, bumpy textures that stimulate senses.Introduce babies to English and Spanish terms about cats, kittens, and other cute animals.Babies can explore the different textures and start their bilingual journey with their favorite animals while expanding their senses as they discover this padded board book’s tactile elements. Promote sensory development and early bilingual language skills. These adorable books with simple images that are clearly labeled are the perfect size for small hands to hold and experience an amazing range of novelty textures.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bilingüe Español-Inglés: recurso esencial para estimular el bilingüismo a temprana edad con letras de tamaño adecuado y notas divertidas ideales para leer en voz alta.- Imágenes llamativas: doce páginas interiores, con una imagen interesante, clara y atractiva en cada una.- Promueve habilidades psicomotrices: las texturas suaves y brillantes estimulan el desarrollo físico.Es la introducción perfecta al español y el inglés, los bebés aprenderán sobre conejos, gatos y otros animales tiernos y graciosos.Explorarán diferentes texturas y al mismo tiempo iniciarán el camino al bilingüismo. Promueve el desarrollo sensorial y las habilidades lingüísticas bilingües a temprana edad y tiene el tamaño perfecto para que los más pequeños puedan jugar y aprender.

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Complementa el plan de estudios escolar.- Incluye más de 50 mapas del mundo con países y continentes detallados y a todo color.- Datos y cifras breves y directos sobre cada país, fáciles de entender para los niños.- Incluye un mapa del mundo ilustrado que puede utilizarse como póster facilitando así el aprendizaje de todos los países.¡Descubre el mundo con este emocionante atlas, que incluye más de 50 mapas! Cada página está llena de información fascinante y espectaculares ilustraciones.Embárcate en un emocionante viaje alrededor del mundo y apréndelo todo sobre los países, culturas, personas y animales de nuestro planeta. El libro también incluye un mapa político de cada continente. ¡Aprenderás cómo leer un mapa y cómo usar una brújula y una escala!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ - Supports the classroom curriculum.- Includes more than 50 maps of the world, featuring countries and continents in full color detail.- Bite-sized facts and figures about each country are easy for a child to understand.- Includes a map of the world, an excellent resource that will help learning all the countries.It brings the world to life with colorful maps and fascinating facts about the countries of the world.Each map is bursting with information, combining colorful icons with photographs representing key points about each country. Includes a world map, with a political map for each continent.

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- Fotografías increíbles e ilustraciones digitales en 3D.- Formato dinámico que permite descubrir y aprender todos los hechos sorprendentes sobre la Tierra, ayudando a fomentar el aprendizaje y las habilidades de investigación.- Textos entretenidos, informativos y accesibles basados en los últimos avances científicos- Serie de éxito reconocido, casi 100,000 ejemplares vendidos de esta serie en Estados Unidos desde 2012.- Creado en colaboración con el prestigioso Instituto Smithsonian.Con fotografías sorprendentes, imágenes computarizadas únicas y datos y estadísticas increíbles, la enciclopedia 'Super Planeta' muestra las maravillas de nuestro mundo como los niños nunca las han visto antes.Podrán explorar 100 estructuras naturales increíbles, patrones climáticos, fenómenos oceánicos y características constantemente cambiantes de la Tierra. Los textos interesantes e informativos se basan en los últimos descubrimientos científicos y se complementan con tablas prácticas que proporcionan información en un vistazo.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mind-blowing photography and brand-new CGI artworks.- Dynamic format that enables the desire to learn all the amazing facts about Earth and teaches valuable research skills.- This book has lively, informative, and easy-to-access text based on the latest discoveries and scientific research.- Successful series, with nearly 100,000 books sold in the United States since 2012.- Created in association with the Smithsonian Institution.With mind-blowing photography, brand-new CGI artworks, and incredible facts and stats, Super Planeta showcases the wonders of our world as kids have never seen them before.Kids can explore 100 amazing natural structures, incredible weather patterns, ocean phenomena, and constantly changing features of Earth.

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- Una guía de la historia de la ciencia completamente accesible y visualmente atractiva.- La ciencia cobra vida con decenas de pinturas históricas, fotografías, dibujos, mapas y mucho más.- Un enfoque verdaderamente global.- El formato en cronología hace que el tema sea accesible y agradable de seguir.Explora el mundo de la ciencia como nunca antes en esta guía completamente ilustrada.Descubre cómo nuestros antepasados ​​aprendieron a usar herramientas y fuego y resigue la historia del progreso científico hasta los avances modernos. Con un enfoque único, visual y accesible, este libro muestra como nunca antes los orígenes de las ideas científicas clave que han dado forma a nuestras vidas.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A completely accessible and visually engaging guide to the history of science.- Brings science to life with historic paintings, photographs, drawings, maps, and more.- Truly global coverage gives the reader the big picture.- Timeline format makes the subject easy to grasp and enjoyable to browseDiscover the world of science as never before in this richly illustrated guide.Find out more about our distant ancestors learning to use tools and fire for the first time, to the modern breakthroughs. Using beautiful illustrations and clear, easy-to-read text explains the history of science as it unfolded around the world, and delves into the story of scientific ideas, practice, and progress one step at a time.

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The ultimate complete drawing course to help you take your sketches to a higher level.Packed with inspiring workshops and advice from practicing artists, this art lesson book will help you sharpen your drawing skills in a range of media. Here’s what you’ll find inside the pages of this artist’s guide to drawing: • Includes more than 90 detailed step-by-step workshops for pencil, charcoal, pen and pastel techniques • A comprehensive range of techniques makes it suitable for beginners or more experienced artists • Techniques are approached with progression in mind, so readers can learn the basics then move on to new creative challenges Every aspect of drawing is explained in incredible detail in this drawing reference guide. It starts with the basics of drawing — like learning how to draw and choosing a subject — and works all the way through to mounting your finished masterpiece. Learn more than 80 drawing techniques, from cross-hatching and stippling to blending and using colored pencils. Develop your own artistic style and grow as an artist by following the step-by-step drawing tutorials through beginner, intermediate and advanced art projects. Artist's Drawing Techniques will help you tap into your creative potential and unlock new talents, whether you’re a complete beginner or seasoned artist.

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A comprehensive, illustrated guide for new parents of the extraordinary first year of a baby’s lifeThe only book new parents need for the extraordinary first year of their baby’s life.Covering every moment of the first 12 months and all aspects of baby care and development—from coming home, breast and bottle feeding, and sleeping arrangements to traveling, building body strength, and starting solids—this book has unrivaled detail on everything to expect, all provided by a team of experts, including pediatricians, midwives, psychologists, and nutritionists. Complementing the best-selling The Day-by-Day Pregnancy Book, this updated edition has all the latest medical advice for new parents, Q&As with experts and other parents to provide extra support, and answers to common questions offering reassurance for any concerns. The Month-by-Month Baby Book is the perfect companion to have throughout your baby’s first year.

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Teach yourself Arabic in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK’s 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Arabic fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons spanning a range of practical themes, including leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping. Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-color images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new Arabic vocabulary. There is no writing or homework – you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover: -Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary.12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners.-Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book.-Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapterThe course includes a free audio app that enables you to hear Arabic words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book’s easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practice Arabic conversation in real-life situations. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just needing a refresher course, there’s no easier way to learn Arabic than with 15 Minute Arabic.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Learn more languages with DK’s 15 minute guides to French, Spanish, Mandarin and more!

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Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Universe explores the incredible celestial bodies in our Solar System.Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the Universe. Children will be mesmerized by how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars.This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes. Striking photographs and detailed illustrations help you learn the secrets of pulsars and black holes, and how they are created by dead stars. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on fossils, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Eyewitness Universe introduces the ultimate guide to incredible celestial bodies and our Solar System. Children can find out how the Universe started with a Big Bang and what scientists think will eventually happen to it. This all-encompassing guide to the Universe is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic, explore one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century with Eyewitness World War I, or explore the creatures and plants that lived long ago with Eyewitness Fossil.

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Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Reptile explores one of nature’s most fascinating animal species.Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will be mesmerized by the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles.This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how crocodiles look after their young, how lizards store fat in their tails, and how chameleons swivel their eyes. Using striking full-color photographs of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and turtles, this book offers a unique eyewitness view of these amazing creatures.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on reptiles, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Eyewitness Reptile introduces the ultimate guide to these cold-blooded creatures, where you can find out how snakes are charmed, how geckos walk upside down, why crocodiles swallow stones, and how a snake is milked of venom. Children can learn all about how an anole lizard frightens its enemies by displaying its bright red beard and watch a boa constrictor swallowing its prey whole. This all-encompassing guide to reptiles is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic, or explore one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century with Eyewitness World War I.

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An exquisite collection of artifacts, sculptures, and historically significant treasures from across India. If the captivating bronze dancing girl of Harappa denoted sophisticated early civilization, the stunning Sanchi Stupa symbolized the peak of Buddhist religion in India. If the world-renowned Taj Mahal was a testament to the wealth of the Mughal empire, Tipu’s Tiger, an intricate, almost life-sized mechanical toy, represented the king of Mysore’s resistance against the East India Company. Whether it is the striking sculptures of the famed city of Hampi, the beautiful folios from religious texts, the breathtaking Konark wheel, the famous Koh-i-Noor, or the elegant paintings of Raja Ravi Varma, these artifacts, monuments and artworks are intimately woven into the history and culture of India and revered for their beauty and artistry. Dive deep into the culturally rich history of India to explore:- A curated showcase of more than 100 of India’s treasures, from the very popular ones that are housed in museums across the world to those hidden away in different corners of India.- Timelines take the reader through the various eras and dynasties.- Something new on every page and features a wide range of artifacts, from paintings and sculptures, to jewelery and sacred objects.- Key events, people, and dynasties from the ancient and medieval age to the colonial period and independent, contemporary India.- Themed double page features to give the reader a broader context of the object and its place in Indian history.- A selection of gallery pages to give readers an idea of the treasure troves that exist in India.Ranging from the extraordinary to the ordinary, from the remarkable to the traditional, these objects capture moments, reflect changes, and remain grounded in the many lived realities of India. The richly illustrated Treasures of India navigates the history of India, through the early civilizations, formation of kingdoms, religious movements, the establishment of empires, the struggle for Independence, and the emergence of a democracy and republic through more than 100 objects and monuments, exploring the fascinating and unique stories behind each of them.

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A day in the life of a Triceratops! Make reading in Spanish and English your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your bilingual reading superpowers to learn all about what happens to a Triceratops when he meets a fierce Tyrannosaurus - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Dinosaur’s Day - El día de un dinosaurio is a beautifully designed reader all about a day in the life of a Triceratops - and its scary encounter with a deadly Tyrannosaurus!The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills in Spanish and English. Children will love to find out about the Triceratops, the Tyrannosaurus, and other dinosaurs.

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Everyone loves dinosaurs! Make reading in English and Spanish your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled bilingual nonfiction.Use your bilingual reading superpowers to learn all about dinosaurs - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Meet the Dinosaurs — Conoce los dinosaurios is a beautifully designed reader about everyone’s favorite fascinating animals. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills in Spanish and English. Children will love to find out about the biggest, the noisiest, the fastest and the funniest dinosaurs, and impress their friends with fun-to-say dinosaur names.

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Inspira jóvenes curiosos a explorar cómo los estadounidenses se aliaron en la campaña por el cambio a lo largo de la historia y cómo es la vida en EE. UU. hoy en díaParte de una serie inspirante que apoya el aprendizaje acerca del gobierno y el civismo en un EE. UU. contemporáneo a través de eventos históricos y las personas que formaron los mismos. Hacer que nos escuchen interconecta contexto, personalidades y eventos históricos y las experiencias de estadounidenses modernos. Ayudará los estudiantes a entender temas claves de estudios sociales, como los orígenes de instituciones y valores de EE. UU. y la relevancia que tienen a las vidas de jóvenes hoy. El libro explora el civismo a lo largo de la historia de EE. UU., tanto en movimientos comunitarios como en campañas para el derecho al voto y derechos civiles. Temas y eventos históricos incluyen la Revolución estadounidense, la lucha para abolir la esclavitud, y campañas por el derecho al voto de la mujer y derechos laborales y civiles.

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From tiny theropods to massive mammoths, journey through the past with these dinosaur flash cards.Meet more than 100 species of dinosaurs in this colorful deck of flash cards, designed to help kids learn and memorize different types of prehistoric creatures. Take children aged 9+ back in time to the age of the dinosaurs, where they can learn about the colossal Argentinosaurus, the tiny Megazostrodon, and everything in between. See familiar dinosaurs, such as Tyrannosaurus and Stegosaurus, and also discover some of the strangest creatures to roam the planet, such as the Austroraptor and the Doedicurus! Our World in Pictures: Dinosaurs Flash Cards breaks down information on dinosaurs and prehistoric life into manageable chunks of memorable and fascinating facts.These dinosaur flash cards for children offer:- A pack showing 125 dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, including a variety of herbivores and carnivores.- Stats on each card, featuring the time period, habitat, weight, length, and diet.- Bold and eye-catching images that capture the essence of each dinosaur, highlighting their behavior and habitat.- Two-sided, laminated cards, packed in a durable cardboard carton.These engaging cards are designed to help learn and memorize different types of dinosaur. The front of the card shows the dinosaur with a clue of what it is. Turn it over and the back reveals the answer, with images displaying the dinosaur in amazing detail, and accessible information, including fast facts showing diet, size, habitat, and where its fossils have been found. You can use the cards to test your own knowledge, or how about using them to play a guessing game, quiz, or a competitive comparison game with a friend? A jaw-dropping spectrum of dinosaurs – from stealthy hunters to plant-loving giants – provides a learning experience like no other!Learn all about a topic, one flash card at a time!If you like Our World in Pictures: Dinosaur Flash Cards, then why not complete the collection? Explore the new Our World In Pictures: Flash Cards series and learn about how anatomy works with Our World in Pictures: Human Body Flash Cards.

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Inspira jóvenes curiosos a explorar los derechos y las responsabilidades de ciudadanos a lo largo de la historia y cómo es la vida en EE. UU. hoy en díaParte de una serie inspirante que apoya el aprendizaje acerca del gobierno y el civismo en un EE. UU. contemporáneo a través de eventos históricos y las personas que formaron los mismos. Cuentan con mi voto interconecta contexto,personalidades y eventos históricos y las experiencias de estadounidenses modernos. Ayudará los estudiantes a entender temas claves de estudios sociales, como los orígenes de instituciones y valores de EE. UU. y la relevancia que tienen a las vidas de jóvenes hoy. El libro explora lo que significa ser un ciudadano de EE. UU., y se enfoca en los derechos y las responsabilidades de ciudadanos, participación política y cómo obtener la ciudadanía. Temas y eventos históricos incluyen: la era colonial, la Carta de Derechos (igualdad de derechos para ciudadanos), la esclavitud, la Guerra Civil y emancipación, participación en elecciones e inmigración.

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Discover the fascinating history of our planet with this unique collection of visual timelines. Full of exciting visual timelines covering minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, and years, Timelines of Nature reveals our planet’s natural history and its life cycles in an entirely new way. Beginning at our world’s existence; children aged 9+ will learn how many years it took the Moon to form and witness Earth’s continents collide. Discover the history of Earth’s most spectacular features – from the Grand Canyon to the Sahara desert. See how life evolved, from the first single-celled organisms to the extraordinary variety of creatures living today. Then we look at life on Earth today. Every species on Earth has its own unique story – Timelines of Nature reveals these weird and wonderful life cycles through fascinating visual timelines. It tells you what’s really happening on Earth each minute of every day. This beautiful nature book for children features: - Beautiful timelines teach young readers all about geology, plants, and animals.- Each timeline is unique and depicts a different topic, such as the story of how whales evolved, how the Moon was formed, or how a tiger spends its day.- Feature pages highlight climactic moments in nature, for example, the butterfly finally emerging from its chrysalis.- Supporting educational boxes on each page explain key points about nature, helping kids to discover more about the world around them.Children can marvel at a variety of different timeframes in nature, like geological timelines spanning thousands of years; a year in the life of a habitat, a day in the life of an animal, and complete plant life cycles. Ever wondered what the mayfly does with its short life? In this book, you’ll find out how it lives as a nymph for two weeks, before flying out of the water for just a day in the sky as a mayfly. If you’ve ever thought about how a chimpanzee spends its day, how the rainforest changes over 24 hours, or how long a kangaroo’s pregnancy lasts, then this is the book for you! Explore the series!If you like Timelines of Nature, why not check out other our exciting titles in the Timelines series? Explore the unique collection of visual timelines which bring big topics to life. Discover leaders, legends and legacies in Timelines of Black History, uncover the past from woolly mammoths to World Wars in Timelines of Everything and explore key milestones and breakthroughs with Timelines of Science.

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Dive into a world of gross facts and discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky. This irresistibly disgusting book for children will teach you all you need to know about all kinds of animal and human waste and goo – what it’s for, how it’s made, where it goes, and lots more. Did you know that the global population produces more than a million tons of poo every day? Or that the ancient Egyptians used animal excrement in their medicine? That sea cucumbers can vomit their sticky insides when threatened, yet still survive? Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography – plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- 1,000 jaw-dropping, mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. - Stunning 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 the weird and wonderful facts.This book of gross, mind-blowing facts will make the ideal gift for kids who love all things weird and wonderful - especially slime and goo! With endlessly interesting information and incredible visuals, 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts is the perfect way to entertain and amuse your friends, family, and yourself. In fact, you’ll never look at poo, goop, and gunk in the same way again!More in the SeriesIf you like 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts then why not complete the collection? Journey to the Jurassic era with 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts and learn mind-boggling facts about the scariest animals ever to walk the Earth!

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Teach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK’s 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range of practical themes, including: leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping. Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-colour images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new German. There is no writing or homework – you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover: - Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary.- 12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners.- Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book.- Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapter.The course includes a free audio app that enables you to hear German words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book’s easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practise German conversation in real-life situations. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just in need of a refresher course, there’s no easier way to learn German than with 15 Minute German.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Learn more languages with DK’s 15 minute guides to French, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic and more!

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Help your kids to be the best in their geography class. This book will help you to understand what they’re being taught so you can answer all their geography questions. This book is what every frustrated parent needs. Its innovative approach combines colorful diagrams and illustrations with step-by-step explanations, making geography easier to understand than ever before. Covering all the core subjects for 10–16 year olds, from oceans and volcanoes to climate change and population growth, this invaluable guide allows parents and kids to work together to understand even the trickiest topics. You will both soon be experts in map reading, plate tectonics, data handling, and much more.Explore the pages of this great geography book for kids to find:- Concepts of human and physical geography, including fieldwork skills, are made simple, with clear text and step-by-step explanations.- Covers not just aspects of physical geography and human geography, but presents practical skills necessary for succeeding in the subject.- Stimulates children’s interest in geography, maps, geological features, and human interaction- All content reviewed by educational consultants.- Provides key support for developing geography skills at home alongside school studiesFully revised and updated for 2023, Help Your Kids with Geography is guaranteed to build confidence, reduce stress, and make even the most difficult aspects of this subject simple, clear, and accessible.

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Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in Italian with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for Italian-language students. Building on the success of the English for Everyone course books and the Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, the Italian English Illustrated Dictionary uses crystal-clear illustrations to show the meaning of over 10,000 words of Italian vocabulary. The words are shown in a visual context in themed sections covering practical or everyday topics (such as shopping, food, or study), providing learners with all the vocabulary they need for work, travel, and leisure. Fancy becoming an expert in the language? Then open the pages of this Italian dictionary to discover:- A comprehensive guide to a wide range of useful Italian words and expressions.- Structured in clear sections based around a theme (e.g. sports, food and drink, transport).- Clear, attractive illustrations make the vocabulary easy to understand and remember.- Includes a beautiful illustration at the start of the section that sets the theme in context.Italian English Illustrated Dictionary is incredibly easy to use and can be used for self-study or as a reference in the classroom, and is suitable for learners at all levels, from beginner to advanced.Learning Italian vocabulary has never been easier with this visually stunning dictionary!

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Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness Soccer is the perfect guide for any soccer fan who wants to know everything about the “beautiful game”. Become an eyewitness to world cup winners and champions past and present in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a tour of the beautiful game. Children will love reading about tricky tactics, freshening up on soccer skills knowledge, and getting to grips with the science and technology behind the game.This fact-packed soccer guide for children aged 9+ includes bite-sized biographies of well-known players – from Lionel Messi to Zinedine Zidane – to fill you in on those important details needed to impress, as well as club shirts and memorabilia pictured from years gone by and the shining trophies you still see today. Action-packed photographs help you relive moments of glory, while record breakers and national team profiles are listed for quick-fire mastery of famous soccer history.Throughout the pages of this soccer guide, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Eyewitness Soccer introduces the ultimate guide for soccer fans everywhere. Stay up to date with results from recent tournaments, including the UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 and the FIFA Men’s World Cup 2022, bringing you up to speed with impressive soccer facts. This all-encompassing guide to soccer is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Learn about one of the most important events in US history with Eyewitness American Civil War, understand the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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¡Conoce los dioses y diosas, héroes y heroínas, criaturas extraordinarias y monstruos fantásticos de la mitología de la Antigua Grecia!Las leyendas mitológicas brindan lecciones de valentía, coraje, amistad o amor y son una herramienta divertida para estimular la imaginación de los niños. Este libro recoge los mitos griegos más conocidos, así como algunos que quizás no te sean tan familiares, adaptados para ellos.- Incluye más de 30 mitos que abarcan clásicos famosos e historias menos conocidas: Teseo y el Minotauro, las escapadas de Jasón y los argonautas, los 12 trabajos de Hércules…- Lenguaje sencillo y fácil de entender- Relatos que conservan el humor y la intriga de los originales- Ilustraciones modernas de la artista ganadora de múltiples premios Katie Ponder- Con una práctica guía que enumera los nombres de los personajes griegos y su pronunciaciónA medida que recorran las páginas de este libro infantil, los niños aprenderán cómo la humanidad descubrió el fuego con Prometeo, se adentrarán en el famoso caballo de Troya con Ulises, y descubrirán la mayor debilidad humana con la caja de Pandora: la curiosidad. Un libro perfecto para profesores, padres y por supuesto, niños interesados en la mitología y la historia.

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Inspires young learners to explore America’s government institutions through the nation’s history and the experience of modern AmericansPart of an inspiring series of books that will support students to understand government and civics in modern America through the historical events and people that have shaped them, Power for the People will interweave historical context, events and personalities with the experiences of modern Americans to help students understand key social studies topics including the origins of American institutions and values and their relevance to young people’s lives today.The book explores the institutions and systems of American government as a constitutional republic, and the reasons for them, including roles of President, Congress, Supreme Court, state government and other national and international bodies. Historical topics / events covered include: US Constitution and amendments, elections, and key historical Presidents.

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Inspires young learners to explore rights and responsibilities of citizens through the nation’s history and the experience of modern AmericansPart of an inspiring series of books that will support students to understand government and civics in modern America through the historical events and people that have shaped them, My Vote Counts will interweave historical context, events and personalities with the experiences of modern Americans to help students understand key social studies topics including the origins of American institutions and values and their relevance to young people’s lives today.The book explores what it means to be a citizen of the USA, with a focus on both rights and responsibilities of citizens and political involvement, ways of obtaining citizenship. Historical topics / events covered include Colonial era, Bill of Rights (equal rights of citizens), slavery, Civil War and emancipation, participation in elections, immigration.

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Dive into the history, philosophy, and essence of the Sikh faith, and trace its evolution. At the turn of the 15th century, Guru Nanak embarked on a series of journeys across the Indian subcontinent and instituted an equitable community and an egalitarian religion, built upon the values of inclusion, service, and kindness. Sikhs shines a spotlight on this incredible faith that places service before self. Today, it is the fifth largest religion in the world with more than 30 million Sikhs around the globe.The book explores the gurus, the scriptures, the philosophy, and the stories and legends. It explains how a faith led to the birth of a historic empire of immense military and political might, maps the emergence of a distinct identity, looks at its impact on the world, and celebrates the contributions of this illustrious community.

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More than 250 trivia questions for curious minds!What is the nearest neighbor to Earth? Do astronauts wear heated gloves? What is the force that pushes a rocket called? Find out in this quiz book, packed with questions and facts about space. Challenge yourself, your family, and friends with awesome questions based on the award-winning online Kahoot! games. Answer the questions, keep score, and declare the winner. Scan the QR codes throughout the book to find more cool quizzes on the same topics within Kahoot! and test your knowledge further. Go for gold and make learning awesome!

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This busy board book with tabs gets little ones thinking, talking, and learning new words!Let’s discover things that travel through the air and across land and sea!What vehicles can you find on the building site? What is your favorite car? From diggers and bulldozers to monster machines and sailing boats, babies and toddlers will love learning about vehicles of every shape and size.Each section of this engaging and educational book is dedicated to a different type of transportation. Bright, colorful photographs illustrate each word, with easy-to-read labels so your little one can sound out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to count the cars, name the colors, and answer questions about each mode of transportation. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience, and helps your little one develops early speaking, listening, and observation skills. The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs along the top and side are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Preschoolers will quickly recognize the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favorite vehicle.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about these powerful predators in their ocean home with this engaging nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 2: Great White Sharks will introduce kids to the life of this fascinating predator—including facts about their environment, how they bring up their shark pups, and their super senses—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 2 and 3 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as sharks, sea creatures, and ocean life.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 2 are visually engaging and expand subject knowledge and vocabulary for young readers who want to learn more about the world around them. Perfect to help children ages 7 to 9 (Grades 2 and 3) beginning to read independently.

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Shine a light on bioluminescent creatures! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about why some animals light up, from fireflies to glow worms, and bacteria to sharks - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Bioluminescent Animals is a beautifully designed reader all about how and why some animals light up their different worlds. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about fireflies flashing to communicate, bacteria lighting up to be eaten, and animals using light for camouflage.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about these powerful predators in their ocean home with this engaging nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 2: Great White Sharks will introduce kids to the life of this fascinating predator—including facts about their environment, how they bring up their shark pups, and their super senses—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 2 and 3 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as sharks, sea creatures, and ocean life.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 2 are visually engaging and expand subject knowledge and vocabulary for young readers who want to learn more about the world around them. Perfect to help children ages 7 to 9 (Grades 2 and 3) beginning to read independently.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about liquids, solids, gases, and plasma with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: States of Matter will assist kids in their learning about states of matter and how they can change—including fun facts about what they and other things are made of—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 1 and 2 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as states of matter, science, and mass.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a nonfiction world of amazing facts. Perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Grades 1 and 2) who are beginning to read with help.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the water on our planet with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Rivers, Lakes and Marshes will introduce kids to everything they need to know about the water they use—including where it comes from, why we need it, and what lives in watery environments—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 4 and 5 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as water, the environment, and life on Earth.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 4 titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts, and challenge young readers to broaden their subject knowledge while practising nonfiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 9 to 11 (Grades 4 and 5) who are confident readers ready for a challenge.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about how and why wild animals live in groups with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 3: Wild Animal Groups will introduce kids to a parade of animal groups and the unusual words for them—including packs, swarms, herds, towers, and prides—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 3 and 4 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as wild animals, animal groups, and environments.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 3 titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts about exciting topics, and motivate children to improve their nonfiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 8 to 10 (Grades 3 and 4) who are newly independent readers ready to advance.

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What pet would you choose? Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about pets, from dogs and cats to fish and crabs - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Pets is a beautifully designed reader all about all kinds of pets, from cute hamsters and tiny kittens, to singing birds and playful dogs.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about all kinds of different pets.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about tigers with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 2: Save the Tigers will introduce kids to these amazing big cats—including fun facts about where they live, how they use their senses, and how we can help to protect them—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 2 and 3 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as big cats, endangered species, and other animals- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 2 are visually engaging and expand subject knowledge and vocabulary for young readers who want to learn more about the world around them. Perfect to help children ages 7 to 9 (Grades 2 and 3) beginning to read independently.

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When can a leaf walk? When it’s an insect… Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about amazing bugs that disguise themselves as something else - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Bugs Hide-and-Seek is a beautifully designed reader all about insects that look like sticks, sand, grass, and rocks! Spot them if you can! The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about incredible insect camouflage, and search the pictures to find the hiding bugs.

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Have fun while finding out about forces! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the forces that make amusement park rides go - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Amusement Park is a beautifully designed reader introducing forces and motion through the rides at an amusement park - all the fun of the fair, and forces! The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about what makes their favorite rides go.

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Have fun while finding out about forces! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the forces that make amusement park rides go - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Amusement Park is a beautifully designed reader introducing forces and motion through the rides at an amusement park - all the fun of the fair, and forces! The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about what makes their favorite rides go.

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The ultimate pocket-sized guide to more than 300 feathered residents of North America’s Eastern Region. Whether you are a budding bird-watcher hoping to find species in woodland or someone curious about the feathered visitors in your own backyard, find out everything there is to know about your favorite feathered friends, with this pocket-sized guide to many of the birds found in North America’s Eastern Region.Compact and easy-to-use, this stunning field guide is perfect for any bird and birding enthusiast, regardless of age or level of experience. High-quality photographs bring the bird species most commonly seen west of the Great Plains to life on the page, capturing their beauty and making identification quick and effortless. Significant differences in plumage variation between juvenile and adult, male and female, and winter and summer are clearly pictured.Soar into the pages of this beloved book on birds to discover:- Detailed bird profiles include information on behavior, habits, and flight patterns to ensure accurate identification.- Covers 370 species commonly seen in the Eestern region of North America.- Full-color photographs show the adult bird in typical plumage, with male/female, juvenile, and seasonal variations included as appropriate.- Detailed illustrations show typical plumage and posture in flight.- Maps accurately locate where the bird can be seen in summer, in winter, all year round, and on migration.- Includes free access to audio recordings of bird songs and calls to aid identification. Ideal for the dedicated bird-watcher, this beautiful bird-watching book includes stunning full-color photographs of over birds, revealing each species with unrivaled clarity. The reference pages pack in more data with lists of record breakers and endangered species, as well as many other fun facts. The Pocket Genius series is perfect for all children, whether they are learning about birds or are amateur bird spotters already! Produced in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History, Pocket Birds of North America Eastern Region is an essential field guide for identifying birds in North America.

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Meet the quokkas, the happiest-looking animals! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about quokkas on their island home - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Quokkas is a beautifully designed reader all about these cute marsupials, and how they eat, live, and bring up their baby joeys. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about cute quokkas and their lives in Australia.

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