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Meet your favourite monsters, fairies, heroes, and tricksters from all around the world!Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully-illustrated Greek mythology book for children aged 5-9. You’ll meet an incredible cast of mind-boggling fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Bigfoot in the forests of North America and learn about the Native American traditions that inspired its story. Voyage to Japan to meet kitsune, supernatural nine-tailed foxes that can turn into humans. Then jump onboard an ancient storm-battered ship to learn why mermaids were the last thing a sailor wanted to see! Learn about the societies that spawned these legendary creatures, from Ancient Greece to the indigenous tribes of Australia, and find out what the beasts tell us about the people who created them.With magic and mystery in every page, your child can discover: - Facts behind the myths- Insights into cultures from around the world and their creation stories- Stunning full-colour illustrations by Pham Quang PhucMythical Beasts and Magical Creatures tells you everything you need to know about supernatural animals great and small. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter and other fantasy tales, this mythology book for children is the only kids’ guide to magical creatures that explores the history behind the mythology in both an engaging and educational way. A must-have volume for children aged 5-9 with an interes in fantasy tale, Mythical Beasts and Magical Creatures is filled with supernatural stories that brings the history of mythology and magical creatures to life, and explores the societies that birthed these legendary creatures found in narratives from Ancient Greek mythology, Australian and Native American folktales.From narwhal tusks inspiring the legend of unicorns, to dinosaur bones creating rumours of dragons, there is an interesting story behind every magical beast. This beautifully-illustrated fantasy book for kids is wonderful for children who like to delve into enchanting stories and magical creatures.

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This picture book is an adorable introduction to Easter for pre-readers. Meet a sleepy bunny with an unlikely talent, that will remind little ones their differences can also be their superpower.Benji snoozes all day long, while the other animals bounce about and have the best Easter fun together. They laugh at him for this, but when it's time to set up the annual secret egg hunt, who could be more perfect for this night-time job?From the bestselling book, The Happy Pumpkin, comes a new springtime adventure for Easter! Grown-ups and children can enjoy this exciting Easter book about a sleepy little bunny that does things differently, teaching little ones to embrace and celebrate their differences. This heartwarming picture book for 0-5 year olds: - Has an exciting storyline that's easy for young children to follow along.- Promotes social and emotional learning (SEL) themes, as it teaches children to develop healthy, positive identities, as well as showing compassion to others.- Includes beautiful illustrations that accompany charming narrative text.- Features sturdy pages in a small format making it perfect for adults to share with little ones.With playful springtime illustrations in full bloom, adults and children will love to read aloud and follow the story of this bunny to see if she ever gets her hop back! The Sleepy Bunny will inspire young readers to be bold and proud of their individuality while encouraging others to appreciate these differences.

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A fun-filled book to teach children all about the inner-workings of the body!Your body is awe-inspiring, amazing and miraculous. Your heart pumps blood all around your body to keep you alive and carry you around every single day. It keeps you alive and carries you around every day. But how much do you really know about what's going on beneath the surface? Jump on board as DK takes you on a fun-filled journey under your skin, through your insides, and back in time to explore milestones in medicine and the latest scientific discoveries about the human body. Are you coming?Dive deep into the pages of this incredible human body book to discover:-Each page has engaging photographs and artworks with accessible text ideal for 7-9 year olds-Split into structured chapters comprising What makes Me Me?, Your Insides, On The Surface, and Healthy Humans-Includes simple cross-sections, fun human body characters, fascinating close-up photography, and timelines of medical subjects-Assumes no previous knowledge about the human body and encourages a life-long fascination with biology, medicine, and science-Real-world photographs combined with diagrams and playful character illustrations to engage young scientistsJam-packed full of disgusting and delightful facts, this book contains the amazing answers to every question you've ever had on the human body and more! If you've ever wondered why snot is green, how many bones are inside the body, or even why the Ancient Romans used their wee to try and whiten their teeth, then this is the book for you!Filled with bite-sized chunks of information, The Body Book covers everything from the brain, skull, and mental health, through to how your body protects itself and how surgery has evolved through the ages. Immerse yourself in a timeline of pandemics through history, and amazing recent medical advances such as 3D-printed prosthetic limbs. Proving an idea introduction to human anatomy and the history of medical advances, The Body Book is a must-have volume for budding young scientists, doctors, and nurses, or any child with a niche for knowledge!Reveal the science behind the human body, with this all-encompassing fact book ideal for 7-9 year olds. Learning has never been more fun!At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Body Book is the fourth in the series, following on from The Bacteria Book, The DNA Book and The Brain Book. In fact, The Bacteria Book, written by British TV science presenter Steve Mould, was shortlisted for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2019!

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Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. Every day, an old woman fetches water from the river using two pots. One of the pots leaks, but the old woman sees the good that the leaking pot brings to the world. This charming re-telling of the Chinese tale is the perfect length for bedtime reading and Maja Andersen's colourful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. It is sure to be a storybook that little ones will treasure forever.

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Get ready to take a deep dive into all the world's waters!Embark on a captivating tour of the waters that cover 70 percent of our planet! See our oceans come to life in mind-blowing detail. This is the ultimate children's visual encyclopedia about the awe-inspiring blue planet! Explore every aspect of ocean life! It's the perfect ocean book for children aged 9-12 years. Here's what you'll find inside:- Annotated artworks and step-by-step sequences help explain key processes- Look closer, "wow" facts, and data boxes provide additional information about each topic- Catalogue pages give succinct profiles of animals and geographical features- Stunning double-page images show Earth's ocean at its most astonishingThis children's educational book is packed with informative text and incredible facts about the ocean - from animals and habitats to ocean exploration and climate change. The innovative design combined with high-quality images and graphics demonstrate key concepts beautifully and make complex subjects easy to understand. See what happens underwater! Based on the latest research and up-to-date information, you'll find everything from tiny plankton and giant whales to coral reefs and depth zones. This ocean encyclopedia for kids is the perfect reference resource for school projects or at-home learning.Ocean: A Children's Encyclopedia is part of the series of award-winning, best-selling DK children encyclopedias that have been completely revised. More than just a catalogue of facts and photos - it's a visual celebration of the history of all life on Earth.

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This exciting introduction to oceans will take curious young minds on incredible adventures across the seas! A charming children's encyclopedia, brimming with fascinating facts about life on and under the waves. Little learners can dive in and learn the most important things about the curious creatures that call the oceans home, their habitats and how to conserve them.

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Dive into this uniquely elegant visual exploration of the sea An informative and utterly beautiful introduction to marine life and the ocean environment, The Science of the Ocean book brings the riches of the underwater world onto the printed page.Astounding photography reveals an abundance of life, from microscopic plankton to great whales, seaweed to starfish. Published in association with the Natural History Museum, the book explores every corner of the oceans, from coral reefs and mangrove swamps to deep ocean trenches.Along the way, and with the help of clear, simple illustrations, it explains how life has adapted to the marine environment, revealing for example how a stonefish delivers its lethal venom and how a sponge sustains itself by sifting food from passing currents. It also examines the physical forces and processes that shape the oceans, from global circulation systems and tides to undersea volcanoes and tsunamis.To most of us, the marine world is out of reach. But with the help of photography and the latest technology, The Science of the Ocean brings us up close to animals, plants, and other living things that inhabit a fantastic and almost incomprehensibly beautiful other dimension.

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Combining stunning photographs with expert knowledge, this book is a dazzling guide to precious stones, organic gems, and precious metals.Discover the intriguing stories of the world's most famous and fabulous gems, including the mysterious Hope Diamond, the stunning Koh-i-Noor of the Crown Jewels, and exquisite Fabergé eggs. Trace the history of gemmology, learn all about the key characteristics of precious and semi-precious stones, and discover the science behind some of their more unusual and mysterious properties.With a foreword by antiques expert Judith Miller, co-founder of Miller's Antiques Price Guide, and a regular presenter on BBC's The Antiques Roadshow, this sumptuous celebration of gems and jewels is guaranteed to bring sparkle to both your life and your library.Dive deep into the pages of this dazzling book on jewels to discover: - Hundreds of specially commissioned, spectacular photographs.- Intriguing features on the history of gemstones, and the fascinating real-life stories behind them.- Stunning photography showcases the brilliance of semi-precious and precious stones, minerals, and metals.- Fascinating features on the most famous (and infamous) gems, and on the history of gemmology.- Optional 80-page directory sectionJewel is the ultimate guide to gemstones, jewels, and jewellery - combining mineralogy with culture, history, and symbolism, and proves the perfect addition to the library of jewel lovers of any ages. Whether you're interested in gems, jewellery, and making jewellery, or a student of gemmology or geology, this gorgeous gem gift book is sure to delight.

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Celebrate Pride with DC's LGBTQIA+ Super Heroes. Written and curated by DC expert Jadzia Axelrod, The DC Book of Pride profiles more than 50 LGBTQIA+ characters in detail, including Harley Quinn, Superman, Nubia, Robin, Batwoman, Aqualad, Dreamer, Green Lantern, and many more. Discover their fascinating origins, amazing superpowers, and key storylines. This title is an indispensable and celebratory companion to the DC Pride comic books. With stunning comic book artwork and an exclusive cover artwork by renowned DC comics illustrator Paulina Ganucheau, this book is a perfect addition to the collection of any DC fan.All DC characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s23)

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Delve beneath the world's oceans to discover their physical features, wildlife, and threats to their future.How do waves form? Where is the deepest part of the ocean? What is a black smoker? What would the ocean floor look like without water? What lives in a coral reef? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you!Introducing The Oceans Atlas - a beautifully illustrated guide to Earth's oceans for children aged 9-12. Explore key features of the oceans from seafloor to surf, including tides and trenches, currents and coastline, volcanoes and vents. Discover the variety of marine life from the biggest sharks and whales to the tiniest invertebrates and polyps. Find out the human impact on our seas and how we can create a healthier and cleaner future.Dive straight into this ocean book for kids, offering: - An illustrated guide to the innermost depths of our oceans that shows details not visible in photographs.- A variety of maps from seafloor topography and cross-sections to shipping routes and ocean resources.- Original and retro-feel illustration style combined with modern fonts which creates a different approach compared to photographic or CGI-based books.From coral reefs to hazardous seas, The Oceans Atlas is an engaging, fact-packed guide for children aged 9-12, especially those interested in natural science, geography, or ecology. So whether you're a budding young geographer, or a teacher looking for an engaging resource to use in your classroom, this oceans encyclopedia is full of fascinating facts to impress young readers time and time again.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like The Oceans Atlas, then why not complete the collection? Take a peek inside the beautiful and absorbing world of birds with The Bird Atlas, explore the complex animal kingdom with The Animal Atlas, reveal the inner workings of the human body with The Body Atlas and take a trip around the globe with The Earth Atlas.

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Learn all about one of the most unique places on the planet, the Galápagos islands, in this beautifully illustrated children's book.This is the ultimate book about the Galápagos for kids, covering the formation of the islands, the fascinating animals that live there, the evolutionary traits of the flora, the diverse climates, the brilliant conservation efforts and much more!This beautifully illustrated and photographic book provides a fascinating tour of the flora, fauna, and geology of the Galapágos islands. Children can learn about the unique and incredible wildlife, volcanoes, climate and Darwin's theory of evolution from his visit to the Galápagos. This educational book for children aged 7-11 features:- Pages on geology, evolution, flora and fauna - everything that makes the Galápagos islands incredible and unique- Educational content surrounding the Galapagos islands' conservation efforts, endemic species, incredible animals, evolution, geology, migration and much more- Beautiful and unique illustrations paired with expert-written textThe Galapágos islands is one of the most stunning, biologically diverse, nature-rich places on Earth - and this book covers everything that makes them one of the most unique places on the planet.

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Some superheroes have capes and trusty sidekicks too, but how many of these superheroes have ever rescued you?A heartwarming thank you to the essential workers who help us every day. From supermarket staff and firefighters to doctors and nurses, this charming picture book celebrates the brave, everyday heroes who keep our world turning through difficult times. Who are the real superheroes that keep our world safe?- A charming picture book by author-illustrator Julia Seal celebrating the brave, everyday heroes who keep our world turning- Simple, rhyming text to share and read aloud with young children- A beautiful celebration of key workers, and the important roles they play every single day and night Some superheroes have shiny capes, super-strength, and trusty sidekicks, but how many of these superheroes have ever rescued you? Perfect for children aged 3-7 years, this wonderful picture book is dedicated to brave front-line workers - the real heroes who look after us! Covering a diverse range of professions and characters, Real Superheroes pays tribute to the incredible jobs that key workers are doing around the world so we can stay home and stay safe. Little ones will love seeing pictures of other children dressed up to do different jobs, including a teacher, a delivery worker, and a shopkeeper!

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Learn about the history and traditions of the Islamic faith in The Islam 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 Islam in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Islam 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 Islam, with:- Images of Islamic art, architecture, calligraphy, and historical artefacts- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Straightforward text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Islam Book is a comprehensive guide essential to understanding the world's fastest-growing religion - aimed at self-educators after a trustworthy account and religious studies students wanting to gain an overview. Here you'll find clear factual writing offering insight into terms like Sharia law, the Caliphate, and jihad; Sunni and Shia divisions; and Sufi poetry and music.Your Islam Questions, Simply ExplainedThis essential guide to Islam covers every aspect of the Muslim faith and its history - from the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the teachings of the Koran to Islam in the 21st century. If you thought it was difficult to learn about one of the world's major religions, The Islam Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Find out about modern issues such as fundamentalism, the work of peaceful traditionalists, modernisers, and women's rights campaigners, as well as the central tenets of Islam, such as prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Islam 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.

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See the animal kingdom in all its glory, from jellyfish to polar bears, with up-close details of their unique features from head to toe. Filled with magnificent photographs that were specially commissioned for this book and cannot be seen anywhere else. Written in association with the Natural History Museum.This visual reference book starts with the question "what is an animal?" and takes you through the animal kingdom - mammals, reptiles, birds, and sea creatures. It uses a unique head to toe approach that showcases in spectacular detail special features such as the flight feathers of a parrot, the antenna of a moth, or the tentacles of coral.This visual encyclopedia is filled with clear and fascinating information on everything about the social lives of animals. Read exciting stories, like how animals communicate, defend their territories, and attract mates.Learn how evolution has helped wildlife to adapt to their unique environments, whether it is the ability to live in difficult habitats, adjust to specific diets or how they work physically.Humans have drawn and painted animals for thousands of years. The Science of Animals has included some of these, such as early rock art that depicts our awe of the animal kingdom, or natural history artworks such as the ones commissioned by the Mughal Courts in the 1600s.Dramatic Wildlife PhotographySpectacular, never seen before, photographs that will bring you close to many of the world's most captivating and intriguing inhabitants. This book offers an extraordinary introduction to the animal world by taking you through chapters that details their diversity.Go from head to toe in The Science of Animals: - The animal kingdom- Shape and size- Skeletons - Skins, coats, and armour- Senses- Mouth and jaws- Legs, arms, tentacles, and tails- Fins, flippers, and paddles- Wings and parachutes- Eggs and offspring

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Be the hero of this book and choose where to go in the LEGO® Star Wars™ galaxy. Choose how to battle, who to team up with, which side of the Force to join and much, much more!Read the page, then decide where to go next by selecting one of two options on every page. Do you want to travel around Jakku by speedy quadjumper or by four-legged luggabeast? Will you choose to join the rebels over Scarif, or to fly after the Inquisitor? On Mustafar, do you dare to battle Anakin or will you join him on the dark side of the Force?! Navigate the book and learn all about key LEGO Star Wars characters, creatures, vehicles and locations. Every page is packed full of facts, stats and stunning photographs of LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures. Once you reach an ending, go back and see where the paths will take you next time! LEGO Star Wars Choose Your Path comes with a cool LEGO Star Wars minifigure to join you on your adventures through the galaxy.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2018 The LEGO Group. Manufactured by Dorling Kindersley, 80 Strand, London, WC2R 0RL, UK under license from the LEGO Group.© & TM 2018 Lucasfilm Ltd.

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The ideal gift for gardeners - discover more than 15,000 beautiful plants and learn how to successfully grow each one with this definitive planting guide now in its fully updated 4th edition. The RHS A-Z Encyclopedia of Garden Plants has been compiled by an unrivalled team of over 70 plant experts led by Chris Brickell, the former Director General of the Royal Horticultural Society and a globally renowned plantsman. This latest edition of the world's most comprehensive garden plant encyclopedia has undergone the greatest update since its first publication, with more than 5,000 new entries added and 6,000 superb images featuring fresh new photography. Whether you're looking for inspiration for an unusual new flowering plant to grow, want to identify an amazing orchid you've seen, or need to find out how to keep alive the cactus you've been gifted - the A-Z is bound to have the answer.

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The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to over 500 invertebrate, vertebrate, and plant fossils from around the world. This comprehensive pocket guide is the perfect introduction to finding, identifying, and collecting fossils. It features more than 500 species of plant and animal fossils, from trilobites and megafauna to dinosaurs and ancient trees. This handbook cuts through the complicated identification process with expertly written and thoroughly vetted text that features precise description, enabling you to recognize a species instantly. Over 1,000 photographs, with illuminating annotations, help you to pick out a fossil's chief characteristics and distinguishing features, while a colour illustration shows the fossil as a living plant or animal. The detailed introduction explains what a fossil is and how they are classified. Start building your own collection with advice on where to look for fossils, what tools and safety equipment are needed for collecting, and how best to organize a fossil collection. To help you in the initial stages of identification, this book provides a visual identification key that makes it easy to recognize a fossil and place it in its correct group. Finally, a concise glossary gives instant understanding of technical and scientific terms.

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A seek-and-find board book for young learners with entertaining characters to follow and fun farmyard things 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 farmyard animals, and have an exciting i-spy adventure. A perfect interactive book to share with pre-reading toddlers or older children who are just beginning to read, every scene has "Can you spot?" questions, farm-related things to find, and prompts to encourage observation, exploration, and conversation. From a cosy barn and a muddy farmyard walk, to a beautiful field and busy farm stalls, little ones will build their vocabulary by visiting this fun farm, searching through the engaging scenes, then pointing to and identifying a variety of different farmyard animals, objects, and vehicles. Children will count playful lambs, mucky tractors, waddling ducks, and much more. Plus there are delightful countryside scenes to admire, and the cutest mouse hiding somewhere on each page!Inside the pages of this search-and-find board book, you'll find:- Search-and-find activities that are highly interactive, accessible, and fun - following entertaining characters and spotting lots of farmyard favourites.- 5 busy, search-and-find artwork scenes - at the entrance, in the barn, on the farm walk, in the field, at the end of the day.- A sturdy board book format that is perfect for little hands to hold.- A mix of accessible and some more challenging search-and-find activities, encouraging concentration, observation and cognitive skills.Find my Favourite Things Farm has so many exciting farm 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!This imaginative I-spy book for 3-5 year olds encourages observation, concentration, and cognitive skills, as well as stimulating talking and storytelling, supporting counting and colour recognition, and building language skills.

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Take a look into the circle of life through the life cycles of the planet and everything on it!Everything begins and everything ends — but what happens in between? Find out in this stunning nature book. Learn about human life and development, processes in nature, how animals change over time, how the universe was formed and so much more. This illustrated children’s book for ages 7-11 includes: • More than 60 life cycles featured • Stunning photographs that capture key moments during a life cycle, like penguin chicks huddling together to keep warm and the beauty of an orchid in full bloom • Bite-size facts and stats about every animal, plant, planet and habitat featured • A great new angle on the world, the universe and our place in it If you’re looking for facts about the universe then this is the book for you! Based on key concepts found in the STEM learning curriculum, Life Cycles captures life on the planet through captivating illustrations and photography, amazing facts and easy-to-read text. You’ll take a closer look at the life cycles of environments, and extinct animals like the dinosaurs, too! The life cycles in this reference book have been carefully chosen to give you an amazing overview of the universe, and how everything is linked. Discover a new life cycle every time you turn the page: how a river forms and changes over time, how a tree grows, see how coral reefs form. Follow the life cycles of weather — from the water cycle to ice ages, to give you a better idea of the climate change we find ourselves in now.From the single-celled amoeba, mountains, and volcanoes to continents, oceans and the solar system — take a deeper look into life on earth and all its intricacies!

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Discover the beguiling history of witchcraft, magic, and superstition through the centuries in this stunningly illustrated title. A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult charts the extraordinary narrative of one of the most interesting and often controversial subjects in the world, covering everything from ancient animal worship and shamanism, through alchemy and divination to modern Wicca and the resurgence of the occult in 21st-century literature, cinema, and television. Providing readers with a comprehensive account of everything from Japanese folklore and Indian witchcraft to the differences between black and white magic, and dispelling myths such as those surrounding the voodoo doll and Ouija, the book explores the common human fascination with spells, superstition, and the supernatural. This riveting read on witchcraft further includes: - Engaging text and lavish illustrations with over 500 full-color images that bring the subject to life.- Special features on aspects of magic, such as oracle bones of ancient China, the Knights Templar, and magic at the movies, and “plants and potions”, such as mandrake and belladonna examine topics in great detail.- Quick-fact panels explore magic origins, key figures, key deities, uses in spells, structures of religions, and more.The perfect introduction to magic and the occult, it explores forms of divination from astrology and palmistry to the Tarot and runestones and offers key insights into the ways in which magic has interacted with religion. The most comprehensive illustrated history of witchcraft available, A History of Magic, Witchcraft and the Occult will enthral and fascinate anyone interested in spiritualism and the occult.

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A beautifully-illustrated book filled with over 30 Ancient Greek Myths for children aged 7-9.Journey into a world of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, extraordinary creatures and fantastic monsters with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Ancient Greek mythology. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings of favourite Greek myths as well as some you might not have heard before.Including ‘Theseus and the Minotaur’, ‘The 12 Labours of Herakles’, and the escapades of ‘Jason and the Argonauts’, each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales. Encourage your children to explore: - Over 30 fascinating Greek myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories- Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder- Stunning gold foil on the cover - A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader’s convenience- Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference informationA must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in Greek mythology and history, the additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the gods and a map detailing Odysseus’ long voyage home from the Trojan War. The reference section provides key background information, such as Ancient Greek storytelling and the incredible beasts of the myths, and a handy pronunciation guide. Greek Myths is the perfect gift, featuring stunning gold foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Quench your child’s curiosity and thirst for knowledge, as they explore the enthralling tales, whether by themselves or to equally be enjoyed as bedtime stories alongside parents.

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Reveal the inner workings of the human body with this illustrated atlas.How well do you know your body? What happens under your skin? Where exactly is your stomach? What does your liver do? How can ears help your balance? The Body Atlas answers all these questions and many more. This unique visual guide approaches a body as if it were a map, divided into "continents" (such as parts of the body) and "countries" (such as organs). You can see inside your body and examine it region by region - for example, the head and neck or the upper torso. These regions enclose vital structures, such as the brain, lungs, and heart, just as continents contain countries. Body systems such as the circulatory system (blood) and nervous system, link the body regions just like mountains and rivers range across countries.The detailed illustrations carefully pull back the layers of the body so you can see inside the hidden interior. All bones, muscles, and organs are clearly labeled with scientific and common names; and there are photos of parts you wouldn't normally be able to see, such as your vocal cords.Packed with amazing facts and illustrations, The Body Atlas takes you on a top-to-toe tour through your own anatomy. Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, this book has been refreshed for a new generation of budding biologists and doctors-in-the-making.

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Grandes ideas, explicaciones sencillasEl libro de la ecología contiene explicaciones sobre más de noventa ideas clave, esquemas que desenmarañan complejas teorías, citas e ilustraciones que juegan con nuestra comprensión de la ciencia. Este libro revela todos los detalles sobre la ecología y su constante evolución. Hay unos cuatro millones de especies animales y vegetales en el mundo. Esto se traduce en cuatro millones de soluciones diferentes a los problemas de mantenerse con vida. Un libro para conocer los detalles de la historia de la ecología, los procesos que existen, aprender a distinguir entre los distintos ecosistemas y cómo el factor humano impacta sobre el planeta Tierra.Tanto el neófito en la materia como el ávido estudiante de ciencias, hallarán en este libro de ecología en español abundante material para satisfacer su curiosidad.Descubre el impacto de la ecología en el mundo actual y futuroIndaga sobre cómo está la ecología relacionada con otras ciencias como la zoología, la botánica, la geología, la geomorfología, la climatología, la química, la física, la genética, la sociología y otras materias. La ecología moderna ha recorrido un largo camino desde su reconocimiento como ciencia, y en la actualidad se nutre de muchas otras disciplinas. Además, este libro relaciona de forma didáctica cómo la ecología influye en las decisiones de gobiernos locales y nacionales sobre urbanismo, transporte, industria y crecimiento económico. Descubre cuán importante es y será la ecología en el marco actual y venidero. Los desafíos del cambio climático, el medioambiente, la subida del nivel del mar, la destrucción de hábitats, la extinción de especies, el plástico y otras formas de contaminación, así como la amenaza de una crisis del agua. Son amenazas graves para la civilización humana y exigen respuestas políticas radicales basadas en una ciencia cabal. Este libro del medioambiente y la ecología proporcionará las respuestas. Prepárate para adentrarte en uno de los temas más apasionantes y de más impacto en nuestro planeta en la actualidad.Explora cada uno de estos capítulos sobre la ciencia de la ecología: • Historia de la evolución • Procesos ecológicos • Ordenando el mundo natural • La diversidad de la vida • Ecosistemas • Organismos en un entorno cambiante • La Tierra viva • El factor humano • Ecologismo y conservación El libro de la ecología pertenece a la galardonada serie Grandes Ideas explica temas complejos de un modo fácil de entender mediante explicaciones claras y alejándose del academicismo tradicional. Su creativo diseño y los gráficos innovadores que acompañan al texto hacen de esta serie una introducción perfecta a una gran diversidad de materias para toda la familia.

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The Marvel Book is an exhilarating journey through the endlessly fascinating, ever-dynamic, and awe-inspiring Marvel Comics universe.One Marvel book to guide them all. If you want to understand the Marvel Comics Universe in all its complex glory, The Marvel Book is the only book you need. It is a unique exploration of the vast, interconnected Marvel Comics Multiverse from its birth to the end of everything and beyond. Meticulously researched and expertly written, The Marvel Book is packed with vivid, carefully sourced artwork, illuminating infographics, and incisive, specially curated essays that shed new light on the myriad wonders of the Marvel Comics universe. From iconic Super Heroes such as the Avengers, Spider-Man, and the Black Panther, to revolutionary technology like Iron Man's armors and S.H.I.E.L.D.'s Helicarriers, to enduring villains such as Thanos and Loki, The Marvel Bookexplores the key concepts, characters, and events that have defined and shaped Marvel Comics over the past 80 years. The book's content is divided into key subject areas-The Multiverse, Science and Technology, War and Peace, Cosmic Forces, Magic and the Supernatural, and Alternate Realities-that form the foundations of Marvel Comics. The Marvel Bookis a revealing and invaluable roadmap to a boundless comics universe that no Marvel fan will want to miss!© 2019 MARVEL

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Learn about the world’s most notorious cons, heists, and murders in The Crime 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 Crime in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and true crime experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Crime 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 Crime, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking accounts of true crime- 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 Crime Book is a captivating introduction to the world’s most notorious criminal cases, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 100 sinister accounts of true crime through exciting text and bold graphics.Your Crime Questions, Simply ExplainedThis fresh new guide explores the most twisted accounts of crime and criminology in history. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the most prolific wrongdoings and the criminals behind them, The Crime Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. From outlaws like pirates, bandits, and highwaymen, to serial killers and the cyber criminals of the 21st century, discover the worst felonies through fantastic mind maps and step-by-step summaries.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Crime 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.

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Get ready to take a deep dive into all the world’s waters!Embark on a captivating tour of the waters that cover 70 percent of our planet! See our oceans come to life in mind-blowing detail. This is the ultimate children’s visual encyclopedia about the awe-inspiring blue planet! Explore every aspect of ocean life! It’s the perfect ocean book for children ages 9-12. Here’s what you’ll find inside: • Annotated artwork and step-by-step sequences help explain key processes • Look closer, “wow” facts, and data boxes provide additional information about each topic • Catalog pages give succinct profiles of animals and geographical features • Stunning double-page images show Earth’s ocean at its most astonishing This children’s educational book is packed with informative text and incredible facts about the ocean — from animals and habitats to ocean exploration and climate change. The innovative design combined with high-quality images and graphics demonstrate key concepts beautifully and make complex subjects easy to understand. See what happens underwater! Based on the latest research and up-to-date information, you’ll find everything from tiny plankton and giant whales to coral reefs and depth zones. This ocean encyclopedia for kids is the perfect reference resource for school projects or at-home learning.Ocean: A Visual Encyclopedia is part of the series of award-winning, best-selling DK children encyclopedias that have been completely revised. More than just a catalog of facts and photos — it’s a visual celebration of the history of all life on Earth.

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Discover the amazing world of prehistoric reptiles in this book all about dinosaurs for kids.Embark on a fun, fact-filled dive into the prehistoric world with Everything You Need to Know About Dinosaurs. Children will love going back in time and learning about these cold-blooded creatures.Packed with vibrant pictures and lots of fascinating facts, kids can enjoy learning about how dinosaurs survived all over the world and how they adapted to their ancient habitats. Discover the anatomy, habitat and behavior of these prehistoric creatures through fascinating facts that children aged 7+ will love reading about. Alongside, in between, and on top of all that, this riveting dinosaur book also provides ideas for things to make, games to play, quizzes, and amazing facts to share with friends!This dinosaur book for children offers:- An introduction to a whole host of dinosaurs including Stegosaurus, Velociraptor, Pterodactylus and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex.- Close-ups, quizzes, and games with an exciting take on the amazing world of our cold-blooded friends.- A look at these creatures from all angles – information on habitat and breeding habits, as well as oddities such as which dinosaurs would win in a race, why some dinosaurs were “boneheads”, and how scientists uncover the colors of dinosaur feathers. Children aged 7+ can learn all about prehistoric creatures from the very first page of this book, which combines little-known information with engaging text and an exciting design. Each page contains everything kids need to know, and everything they WANT to find out about dinosaurs!Complete the SeriesThis delightful dinosaur book is part of the Everything You Need to Know series of educational books for children and also includes Everything You Need to Know About Snakes and Everything You Need to Know About Frogs!

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Explore the miracles of the microscopic world.Find out all about the unique and beautiful kingdoms of life at a microscopic scale and how every organism meets the challenges of survival no matter its size. The perfect book for people who enjoy photography, nature and biology.Inside the pages of this exciting educational nature book, you’ll find: • Microscopic life-forms (often neglected), and their life-forms in extreme close-ups, revealing details such as nerve cells and hair follicles. • Artworks support the beautiful images, providing a deeper insight into structure and function and building a picture of how living organisms work at a microscopic level. • Comprehensive coverage of the natural world, including all the main groups of living things. • Explores overlooked groups that have a huge role in the natural world: insects, which make up 80% of the world’s animal species, and bacteria — of which there are more in a human mouth than there are people in the world. • The book is organized according to the main functions of life: movement, reproduction, energy and feeding, sensing the surroundings, defense, etc. • Optional 80-page section containing a catalog of the major kingdoms of life. The beauty of nature under a microscopeExplore the inhabitants of an invisible world in incredible detail with this book, which contains macro photography and spectacular microscope imagery. You'll have so much information about the hidden world of intricate structures beyond the naked eye. From the tiniest spiders and insects to even microscopic creatures like bacteria and viruses, this book contains it all!See the beauty of a pollen grain, a butterfly egg, the spore of a fungus and a human’s nerve cell in extreme close up. The amazing imagery in Micro Life contains focus-stacked macro photographs and micrographs (microscope images), including scanning electron micrographs. Illustrations in this book explain the science — from the workings of an insect’s eye to how a plant “breathes” through its leaves. Micro Life is an unexpectedly breathtaking look at the natural world. Find out how life works and how organisms solve the fundamental problems of movement, reproduction, energy, communication and defense. This book belongs on the bookshelves of schools, libraries and homes for those interested in photography, nature or biology.

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A comprehensive pocket guide to dinosaurs and prehistoric animals and the world they inhabited millions of years ago. Packed with more than seven hundred full-color illustrations, this definitive pocket guide paints a vivid portrait of extraordinary dinosaurs and prehistoric animals, and the ecosystems they lived in millions of years ago. This guide features authoritative text, crystal-clear illustrations, and a straightforward approach to revealing the fascinating lives and habitats of dinosaurs, pterosaurs, marine reptiles, and prehistoric beasts. The introductory section explains classification systems, geological timelines, the evolution of the dinosaurs, and how fossils form and are discovered by paleontologists. For ease of reference, the main body of the book is divided into three sections: the Precambrian and Paleozoic eras, when animals first began evolving; the Mesozoic era, which saw the flourishing and eventual extinction of the dinosaurs; and the Cenozoic era, when giant mammals walked the Earth. Each section is broken down into its geological time periods, and, within these, the species are organized according to habitat--whether they lived on land, in the water, or in the air.There are detailed profiles of 200 dinosaurs and other ancestors of modern animals. Each entry combines a precise, jargon-free description with full-color illustrations, skeletons, and replica models, annotated to showcase the unique features of the species. Maps show where each animal's fossils have been found, and many profiles are supported by photographs to show actual excavation sites.

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Have you ever wondered what your street was like thousands of years ago? This illustrated history book for children takes you on a 12,000-year journey to find out the story of a single street.Think of the street you live on. Now think of how it may have looked in the Stone Age in 10,000 BCE, or in Victorian times during the Industrial Revolution, or how it may look 50 years from now. A Street Through Time takes you on a time-traveling journey that you won't forget. Highly detailed illustrations bring 15 key periods in time to life. You will see magnificent buildings go up and come down, new churches built on the site of ancient temples, wooden bridges destroyed and then remade in stone, and statues demolished then unearthed many years later. You'll find out how people lived long ago - the tools they used, what they wore, and what they did all day. Revised and updated for a new generation, A Street Through Time now includes a look at the street 50 years in the future.

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From the first cities of Sumer to the empire of the Incas, travel around the world and through 5,000 years of history in this illustrated guide to see where and how ancient peoples lived.From North America to New Zealand, this book takes you on a trip around the world and through history to visit ancient cities and empires, showing who lived where and explaining the unique features of each civilization.The Ancient Worlds Atlas is a pictorial guide to past civilizations, covering big history topics for curious kids aged 9-12 years. What was it like to live in the crowded city of Rome? Why did the Egyptians build pyramids? When did Samurai warriors first ride into battle? How did sailors first navigate the Pacific Ocean? Which Chinese emperor has a palace with 1,000 bedrooms? Find out the answers to these fascinating questions and much more in this lavishly illustrated guide to past civilizations. This fascinating children’s book about ancient civilizations contains: - A visual guide to where our forebears lived, putting their lifestyles into context of where they lived and at what time.- An engaging, fact-packed, and educational book for children - especially those interested in history, ethnography, archaeology, and classics.- A timeline at the end of the book which traces the major events, battles, people, and inventions covered in the guide.- A stunning, retro illustration style combined with modern fonts that creates a fun and unique approach to this topic.Russell Barnett’s hand-drawn illustrations literally put the past on map, showing where and why the world’s great cities grew and how archaeological evidence has provided clues to the past. With stunning illustrations throughout, this large format book makes an appealing gift for young historians that will take pride of place on any bookshelf.

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An interactive pop up book that inspires hands-on learning with the help of some incredible ocean habitats! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Bold, brightly colored pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes. Pop up Peekaboo: Ocean provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of underwater exploration. Journey through the ocean and discover different habitats teeming with life. Babies and toddlers will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: a tiny turtle living in a seagrass meadow, three friendly clownfish in a colourful coral reef, a sleek otter diving for sea urchins in a kelp forest, a jellyfish glowing in the depths of the open ocean, and a huge Humpback whale and her calf leaping from frozen waters. Vocabulary about habitats and animal life are carefully woven throughout the book, making this book a fun and easy introduction to the topic of the Earth’s precious underwater habitats. Inside the pages of this pop-up adventure book, you’ll find: Hands-on play that builds confident book skills Look-and-find peekaboo games that reward curiosity Rhythmic, read-aloud text that aids language development Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babys and their growing teeth! This interactive toddler book for 2 year olds 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 pop up 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. Complete the Pop up book series!Surprise! 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!

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125 comprehensive, easy-to-use cards for exam preparation A fantastic aid for exam preparation, these flash cards make chemistry crystal clear and will have you exam-ready in no time.Make chemistry super simple! These handy revision cards condense everything you need to know about chemistry into bitesize key facts and crystal clear diagrams. Studying for exams has never been so easy. Chemistry is explained in simple, user-friendly language, with colorful illustrations to help you grasp difficult concepts at a glance. Whether you’re catching up on lessons, doing homework, or revising for exams, these super simple cards will make you a chemistry expert in no time.

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Learn about the world’s most notorious cons, heists, and murders in The Crime 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 Crime in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and true crime experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Crime 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 Crime, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking accounts of true crime- 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 understanding The Crime Book is a captivating introduction to the world’s most notorious criminal cases, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you’ll discover more than 100 sinister accounts of true crime through exciting text and bold graphics.Your Crime Questions, Simply ExplainedThis fresh new guide explores the most twisted accounts of crime and criminology in history. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the most prolific wrongdoings and the criminals behind them, The Crime Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. From outlaws like pirates, bandits, and highwaymen, to serial killers and the cyber criminals of the 21st century, discover the worst felonies through superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Crime 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.

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Bring the Stone Age back to life with DKfindout! Find out how early humans hunted a woolly mammoth, made fire, and created cave paintings in this fascinating book for children about the Stone Age.DKfindout! Stone Age is a fun, trivia and activity-filled book that teaches children between 6 and 9 years old all about the Iron Age, Bronze Age, and the Ice Ages, too. Step into the Stone Age and discover:- Content suitable for ages 6-9, and a great learning resource for KS2 History- Covering everything from the clothes they wore, the tools they would use, and the foods they would eat to give kids an understanding of how life would have been in the Stone Age- Easy to read texts, and stunning visual elements available on every page- Includes a fun quiz and additional activities to help children absorb key facts in an engaging way- Written in conjunction with educational experts to make sure the information is trustworthy and age-appropriateFrom the award-winning DKfindout! seriesThe DKfindout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert, this is not only a source of information you can trust but one that is age-appropriate and supports your child's schoolwork. Other titles include DKfindout! Science, DKfindout Animals, and DKfindout! Ancient Egypt.DKfindout! won Silver in the MadeForMums Awards 2017.

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Explore the human body as you’ve never known before with this ultimate kid’s guide to what goes on under our skin. Forming part of a fantastic series of kid's educational books, this bold and brilliant kid's encyclopedia uses ground-breaking CGI imagery to reveal the human body as you've never seen it before. Informative, diverse in subject matter, easy-to-read and brimming with beautiful graphics, young learners can explore the incredibly detailed cross-sections and cutaways that reveal the inner workings of these fascinating and complex machines we know as our bodies!This charming children’s encyclopedia opens the world in new ways, with: - Packed with facts, charts, infographics and illustrations that cover the human body head to toe- Encompassing a visual approach with illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images- Crystal clear text distills the key information.- DK's encyclopedias are fact-checked by subject experts to offer accuracy beyond online sources of information.This fully-updated edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! is the perfect encyclopedia for children aged 9-12, ideal for inquisitive minds, with a unique head-to-toe approach that makes the complex structure of the human body both appealing and accessible for curious young readers. Jam-packed with fun facts about the human body, including creative CGI artworks that can be rotated and animated to bring the aspects of this body book to life! Curious children can take a look at the life of a cell, discover the digestive system, and learn all about record-breaking bodies!Explore, Discover And Learn!DK's Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! uncovers the marvels of our body in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Encompassing engaging facts about the human body, including a closer look at each bodily system, such as the nervous system, muscle system and more, and exploring a timeline of medical milestones, you can spend quality time exploring the wonders of the human body with children, accompanied by impressive visuals to engage their senses. A must-have volume for curious kids with a thirst for knowledge, this enthralling encyclopedia is structured in such a way that your child can read a bit at a time, and feel comfortable to pause and ask questions. Doubling up as the perfect gift for young readers, who are always asking questions about our planet! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. This thrilling kid’s encyclopedia is part of the Knowledge Encyclopedia educational series. Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they complete the collection and discover diverse facts about the world around them. Dive into the deep blue with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean! Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur! And hone your knowledge on how the human body works with Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! Whatever topic takes their fancy, there’s an encyclopedia for everyone!

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Take a look through the lens and discover the beauty and science of the magnificent nightsky - and beyond! This stunningly-illustrated space book is split into eight sections that cover every aspectof astronomy. Learn about the history of discoveries in the field and astronomical phenomena, from the earliest human civilizations to the present day, and then take a lavish visual tour of the Solar System, complete with the most spectacular photographs of the planets.A magnificent month-by-month guide to the night sky, with profiles of all 88 constellations, over 100 star charts covering both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and an almanac of astronomical events over the next decade, Astronomy: A Visual Guide will help you to navigate your way around the night sky, and locate stars, galaxies, and other objects.Soar into the pages of this spectacular space book to reveal: - All 88 constellations with over 100 star charts and a guide to the latest space-observing equipment.- Groundbreaking discoveries and the most awe-inspiring images of the universe.- Written by Ian Ridpath, the editor of Norton's Star Atlas.- Includes a 10-year calendar of celestial events such as eclipses and comet appearances.Also featuring no-nonsense advice on how to observe the skies using the naked eye, binoculars, and telescopes, Astronomy: A Visual Guide is the perfect guide for keen amateur astronomers, as well as a great reference book for the whole family.

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Astonishing, studio-quality photographs of beautiful objects and specimens bring every corner of the planet, from core to atmosphere, to the printed page Elegant design combined with beautiful images to explore and explain Earth's natural riches. This is an informative, visually arresting introduction to planet Earth. The core of the book features large, detailed photographs of single objects, many of them small enough to be held in the hand, that each speak volumes about an aspect of Earth's environments and how they work. For example, bubbles of ancient air trapped inside an Antarctic ice core reveal how Earth's climate has changed over time. A piece of pumice thrown several miles into the air by a volcano helps to explain what happens when tectonic plates collide. The book is structured around an imaginary journey that takes the reader from the inner core to Earth's surface (including both land and oceans) and up to the top of the atmosphere. Taking in environments such as grasslands, forests, and reefs, the coverage includes both living and inanimate realms. Feature spreads each throw a spotlight on an iconic place, such as the Amazon Rainforest or the Dead Sea, or a particular process, such as glacial erosion. Many of the most fascinating parts of the natural world are beyond reach. This beautiful, informative book brings them up-close and within our grasp.

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Take an exclusive tour of the world's most exciting museums and discover their hidden treasures.This behind-the-scenes guide showcases a huge range of incredible artefacts from history and reveals the hard work, care, and effort that goes into collecting, preserving, and storing them. Ever wondered what happens to an astronaut's space suit after it's been worn on the Moon? Or how the world's most valuable diamond is looked after? Find out all about how museums work and the people that make it happen - from how historians care for Anne Frank's diary to what it takes to excavate and exhibit a wooly mammoth skeleton. Behind the Scenes at the Museum gives you exclusive access to hidden objects that aren't normally on public display. It lets you into a world of animal specimens pickled in jars, priceless jewellery too valuable to be on display, and fragile papers that must be kept in carefully controlled conditions. Filled with incredible images, step-by-step explanations of exciting techniques, and job profiles of the people that make it happen, Behind the Scenes at the Museum offers unique, behind-the-curtain access to the secret delights of the world's most interesting museums.

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Explore the world's most famous battles by their geography as you uncover the most ancient, medieval and modern combats in history.If you're interested in finding out more about the biggest battles fought throughout the ages, then this war book is perfect for you. Battles Map by Map puts you in the seat of famous generals and commanders such as Rameses II, Napoleon, and Alexander the Great who expertly planned their attacks by studying the plains on which they would take place. So what are you waiting for? Journey back in time to learn more about wars such as the Battle of Alesia, Napoleonic Wars, and World War II and follow the geography of these epic battles in this brilliant book on the history of the world. Journey into past like never before as you explore: - 80 easy-to-follow maps showcasing the most famous battles in history- Timelines that showcase battles in chronological order, ideal for visual learners- Informative easy-to-read text explains the events of the battles- Features provide additional contextual information on key technologies, leaders, armies, and moreBursting with striking illustrations and full of fascinating detail, this history book is the ultimate gift for map lovers, military history enthusiasts, and armchair generals everywhere. Battles Map by Map takes you right to the heart of the action, where you can discover the profiles of famous commanders and military leaders and reveal the impact of groundbreaking weapons and battlefield innovations. Additionally, historic maps, paintings, photographs, and objects take you to the heart of the action whereby the impact of groundbreaking weapons and battlefield innovations is revealed. Broadcasting journalist and historian, Peter Snow, provides a foreword for this marvellous history book for adults. From ancient to modern battles, he provides context for the world's most famous wars, both won and lost. See for yourself how tactics, technology, vision, and luck have all played a part in the outcome of wars throughout history.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? The Map by Map series includes other titles such as History of the World Map by Map and World War II Map by Map, each detailing historical events and placing them in the context of geography. DK's luxurious Map by Map books are fantastic history gifts, packed with fascinating facts, high-quality photography, and detailed profiles and descriptions of people and events.

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SBWRIEL. Wyt ti wedi meddwl erioed i ble mae'r sbwriel rwyt ti'n ei daflu i ffwrdd yn mynd? Beth am gael cegin heb sbwriel? Mae Darganfod! Sbwriel yn orlawn o ffeithiau diddorol a lluniau anhygoel o reoli gwastraff. Dyma lyfr bach sy'n llawn syniadau mawr.

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DK brings you a beautifully illustrated and engaging book to introduce your toddler to all the different wonders of the park.Introducing Spin and Spot: At the Park, a wonderfully engaging and interactive storybook. This baby board book is complete with simple read-aloud text and an interactive wheel to spin and learn about all the exciting things at the park. Head down to the playground and have a go on the swings, open the picnic basket to reveal some yummy treats and see what animals you can spot in the trees!Celebrate your child's curiosity as they navigate through this perfect picture book to discover colourful illustrations and a wheel for tiny hands to spin. Little ones will love learning about the animals and activities at the park and pointing to their favourite parts! This interactive element promotes the development of fine motor skills in toddlers and reinforces their understanding of what they are discovering, alongside simple but charming text for a fun early reading experience.Catch your toddler's eye and shape their learning experience, with: - 12 engaging pages within a chunky and easy-to-hold board book.- Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key climates to life.- Simple read-aloud text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning.- An interactive spin-the-wheel that children can turn throughout the book.Between 0-3 years old, curious children begin asking questions about the world around them, and all the things they observe within day-to-day life at the park! Spin and Spot: At the Park is the perfect book to satisfy their curiosity and teach children about the different surprises at the park, whilst ensuring they stay engaged and inspired with each and every page.Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Spin and Spot range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK. This series includes titles like Spin and Spot: Moon and Stars, Spin and Spot: Weather and Spin and Spot: Things That Go for your little one to enjoy!

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Do you long to create the garden of your dreams? Turn ideas into reality with this brand new edition of the classic design bible. Whatever the size of your garden space, and whether starting with a blank canvas or renewing an existing garden, this in-depth manual offers fresh, achievable ideas.Produced to the Royal Horticultural Society gold standard by a team of award-winning garden designers, this book will guide you through every stage of the creative and practical process. Learn you to visualize your ideas, develop plans, plot out, build and landscape, select the right plants, and apply the finishing touches to make your garden the ideal reflection of your tastes and creativity.With a refreshed look and extensive new content reflecting current trends, including wildlife-friendly and sustainable practices, this 5th edition of the RHS Encyclopedia of Garden Design combines style with substance and responsibility to help transform your outdoor space.

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Snuggle up and share this magical Christmas story that teaches little ones about the importance of friendship and why we should always be kind.Teach little ones about the power of kindness in The Grumpy Reindeer, through a journey to the North Pole to meet the grumpiest reindeer there ever was.It's the most wonderful time of the year! But not for one grumpy reindeer. He huffs and puffs and scares all the other reindeer off. But when Santa asks for his help, grumpy reindeer soon realises that sometimes being on your own isn't fun after all... With the most festive illustrations, adults and children will love to read aloud and follow the story of this reindeer to see if his frown turns upside down!This heartwarming picture book for 0-5 year olds: - Promotes children's social interaction, helping to build friendships and social skills from a young age- Is full of adorable illustrations that bring Christmas animals to life, alongside an engaging story- Has a small format with sturdy pages, making it perfect for adults to share with their children- Spreads an important message about acceptance and the power of being kind to others - Makes the perfect Christmas gift for little ones to enjoy during the festive seasonFrom the bestselling book, The Happy Pumpkin, comes an enchanting Christmas book for kids about making room for others and what it means to be good-hearted. Little ones will begin to understand that while everyone should have a shoulder to lean on, first we need to show kindness in order to get it back.

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DK brings you a beautifully illustrated and engaging book to introduce your toddler to all the different transport in our world.Introducing Spin and Spot: Things That Go, a wonderfully engaging and interactive storybook. This board book is complete with simple read-aloud text and an interactive wheel to spin and learn about all the amazing things that go. Jump aboard the train before it leaves the station and see where it's headed, look up at the sky and spot the helicopter coming to the rescue, and help the rocket land safely on the moon!Celebrate your child's curiosity as they navigate through this perfect picture book to discover colourful illustrations and a wheel for tiny hands to spin. Little ones will love learning about different vehicles, some new and some familiar, and pointing to their favourites! This interactive element promotes the development of fine motor skills in toddlers and reinforces their understanding of what they are discovering, alongside simple but charming text for a fun early reading experience.Catch your toddler's eye and shape their learning experience, with: - 12 engaging pages within a chunky and easy-to-hold board book- Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key climates to life- Simple read-aloud text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning - An interactive spin-the-wheel that children can turn throughout the bookBetween 2-4 years old, curious children begin asking questions about the world around them, and all the things they observe within day-to-day life, including vehicles! Spin and Spot: Things That Go is the perfect book to satisfy their curiosity and teach children about the different transport all around us, whilst ensuring they stay engaged and inspired with each and every page!Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Spin and Spot range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK. Books and includes titles like Spin and Spot: Moon and Stars and Spin and Spot: Weather for your little one to enjoy!

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DK brings you an all-encompassing and illustrated guide to your pregnancy journey, from the moment of conception to the first two weeks of your newborn's life.Becoming pregnant is a beautiful moment in any person's life, and with this one-stop pregnancy guide by your side, you will be fully-equipped from beginning to end of your joyful journey.With day-by-day artworks and fetal images showcasing your baby's development, this comprehensive pregnancy book is perfect for both first-time mums and experienced parents alike. Dive right in to discover: - A day-by-day structure with unmatched detail for every step of the journey.- The day-by-day format is continued for the first two weeks of life with a new-born baby.- An hour-by-hour account of the crucial 12 hours post-delivery.- Illustrated artwork to show fetal development throughout the stages of pregnancy.As your due date approaches, this baby development book explores all the options available for your labour and birth so you can make the right choice with confidence, and also breaks down your delivery and the first 12 hours after childbirth. The day-by-day format continues for the first two weeks postpartum as you embark on life with your newborn.All the latest medical advice for mums-to-be is covered, including guidance on nutrition and exercise, so you'll understand how to keep you and your baby happy and healthy throughout pregnancy. Featuring Q&As with both experts and mums also provides extra support, answering common questions and offering reassurance for any questions or concerns you may have about pregnancy, from your pregnancy diet, to the first 40 days, this baby parenting book truly does have it all.The ideal gift for expectant mothers who are seeking a healthy and happy pregnancy every step of the way, and a must-have parenting book for those who seek a detailed account of labour, birth, and exploring all the options available during pregnancy care.With The Day By Day Pregnancy Book by your side, we assure you will feel safe and supported during this special time in your life, as you count down the days to your new arrival!

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