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DK Hurricane and Tornado
Become an eyewitness to nature’s most extreme weather phenomena. See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes. Discover a bridge that collapsed due to severe gusts of wind, and learn about a tree species in southwest Africa that can survive several years of drought. Along the way, you’ll uncover historical items that reveal how ancient civilizations predicted the weather as well as the weather-forecasting techniques that have developed over the centuries and how human activity can cause weather patterns to change.Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Hurricane & Tornado uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. With striking images, models, and illustrations, this visual guide offers a unique view of catastrophic weather conditions. From polar regions to the tropics, this storm book shows the effects of nature’s most extreme weather.Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field. A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next?Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or leave no stone left unturned with Eyewitness Rock & Mineral. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more extreme weather books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK weather books”.
£10.73
DK Eyewitness Dinosaur
Become an eyewitness to the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods and enjoy learning all there is to know about your favorite prehistoric creatures.Dig into the past and discover dinosaurs by examining the fossils they left behind. This essential guide to dinosaurs, from tiny, chicken-sized Compsognathus to the mighty, long-necked Brachiosaurus, this book unearths fascinating facts about these prehistoric creatures. This dinosaur book for kids looks closely at different types of dinosaurs and their body parts, diets, senses, evolution, and more. Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Dinosaur uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. With colorful and factual illustrations commissioned with expert guidance, informative labels, statistics, and fun-filled facts, this is the perfect all-around guide for dinosaur lovers and budding paleontologists.Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field. A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next?Leave no stone left unturned with Eyewitness Rock & Mineral, or come face-to-face with a pharaoh in Eyewitness Ancient Egypt. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more dinosaur books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK dinosaur books”.
£10.81
DK Eyewitness Rocks and Minerals
Become an eyewitness to the rocks and minerals beneath your feet, covering everything from volcanic rocks and shiny gemstones to ancient marble and fallen meteorites. Did you know that every rock is a combination of one or more minerals? Or that marble was first used in ancient Greece but still forms deep underground as you read this?Unearth the hidden treasures of the earth’s surface, and find out how they all came to be here. Almost 20,000 meteorites land on our planet every year, but what does a space rock actually look like? Find out how to spot and identify minerals and fossils, discover how crystals grow, and what you need to start your own collection.Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Rocks & Minerals uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. From rough rocks to glittering crystals and everything in between, this stunning collection of facts and photos leaves no stone unturned.Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!DK’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field.A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next?Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur. Do you think you’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more rocks and minerals books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for “DK rocks and minerals books”.
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DK German for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day
The easiest way for kids to learn their first 1,000 German words!This German vocabulary book will lay the foundations for your child’s journey to learn and understand German at school or home. It introduces vocabulary in bite-sized chunks every day to make learning a new language feel less intimidating. Discover the perfect introduction to German for children ages 6-9. It’s the ultimate German lesson for kids! It includes: • Beautifully illustrated scenes that teach and test five words at a time. New vocabulary is practiced again at the end of each week in two pages of exercises. • Clever flaps on the jacket that cover the scene so your child can practice what they have just learned. • Uses the effective rote-learning method to teach new vocabulary. • Teaches a range of nouns and verbs that are useful in everyday life. Audio is available online and via a handy app to help with pronunciation. Help your child learn GermanLearning a foreign language can be intimidating, but German for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day is designed to make learning a new language engaging and fun for children! This introduction to German includes a mix of nouns and verbs taught through fun illustrations of a wide range of everyday objects with new words clearly labeled. Over a year, your child will build up a vocabulary of more than 1,000 German words. Each week, 20 new words are introduced and learned over four days. At the end of the week, kids can test themselves using the cleverly designed flaps that hide the words they just learned to help ingrain them in their memory. This German teaching guide includes accompanying audio, so kids can also practice their pronunciation as many times as they want.More titles in the series!The colorful, clear and comprehensive 5 Words a Day series from DK lays the foundations for your child's journey in learning a foreign language, at school or home. Look out for other workbooks in the series! Help your child learn, practice and understand 1,000 French words in French for Everyone Junior: 5 Words a Day.
£17.83
DK The Botanist's Sticker Anthology: With More Than 1,000 Vintage Stickers
Get lost in the beauty of the natural world in this captivating collection of botanical stickers.Introducing The Botanist's Sticker Anthology – with over a thousand vintage illustrations, this sumptuous exploration of flora is packed full of beautiful imagery and stunning stickers! Page after page is packed with beautiful vintage drawings of ornamental flowers, tropical ferns, and other exotic plants and fungi.Adorn your personal items with stunning botanically themed images, create gorgeous collages and stationery, or simply enjoy this as an exquisite keepsake. This beautifully bound sticker book for adults in it’s hardback format featuring decorative foil on it’s frontcover, is the perfect gift for crafters, scrapbookers, plant lovers, and all who relish images of lush gardens and forests. Indulge in this sensational sticker book to discover: - A collection of over 1000 stickers- Beautiful vintage illustrations - Themed chapters based on ecosystems With 7 core chapters covering each environment, including Forests, Deserts, Grassland, Springs, Sill Water, Gardens, Oceans and Seas, there’s something for everyone to explore and love, and a diverse collection of stickers to choose from! This beautiful vintage sticker book is ideal for children aged 14+ and adults alike who enjoy arts, crafts and scrapbook making, as well as those seeking stress-relieving activities and boredom busters. Whether it’s a self-purchase, a gift, or a keepsake for the whole family to enjoy, The Botanist's Sticker Anthology is sure to delight.
£25.53
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Screen Traveller's Guide: Real-life Locations Behind Your Favourite Movies and TV Shows
Put yourself in the movie! Step inside dozens of real-life locations with this gloriously geeky, map-filled compendium.Locations are everything. They transport us to far-flung worlds and dystopian futures, and provide the backdrop to intergalactic battles and rampaging monsters. Our most obsessed-about stories would be nothing without them.Meticulously researched and compiled by self-proclaimed superfans and travel experts, The Screen Traveller's Guide maps the real-life locations behind your favourite shows and scenes. Follow the Avengers' battle of New York, discover the Croatian location for Game of Thrones' King's Landing, find out how New Zealand transformed into Lord of the Rings' Middle Earth, uncover exactly where the magical world of Harry Potter is set - and much more.So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - Thematic chapters - superheroes and villains (eg Marvel Cinematic Universe, Batman), fantasy (eg Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones), family favourites (eg Harry Potter, Back to the Future), horror (Wicker Man, The Shining), crime and punishment (Breaking Bad, Peaky Blinders), and action (Die Hard, Enter the Dragon).- Maps of real-life locations, key scenes and must-visits. Along the way, you'll discover the landmarks to avoid during an alien invasion, the coolest villain lairs, the most iconic road trip routes, and lots of travel inspiration from your pop culture cornerstones. Welcome to the ultimate travel guide for every screen geek.
£20.56
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DC Ultimate Character Guide New Edition
The definitive encyclopedia to DC Comics characters. Is Superman the World's Greatest Hero? Where is Wonder Woman from? Is Darkseid the baddest Super-Villain ever? Who is the Fastest Man Alive? Who are Batman's greatest foes?Written by a DC expert, this beautiful encyclopedia features more than 230 incredible DC characters, including Batman, Harley Quinn, Justice League, Aquaman, and so many more. Featuring the latest, updated material from the DC UniverseOver 230 DC character profiles, complete with facts and beautiful, official artwork. The perfect entry-level introduction to DC characters, written for younger readers and newcomers to the comics. Updated character profiles for popular Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Shazam, Superman, Amanda Waller, Black Adam, Titans, Harley Quinn and hundreds more. Now with even more of the most awesome Super Heroes and scariest Super-Villains!The epic, DC universe-changing Rebirth event was followed by the momentous Dawn of DC,
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Super Readers Level 2 Dog Dude
£7.16
Dorling Kindersley Ltd You Can Cook Everything
DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world's leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK publishes highly visual, photographic nonfiction for adults and children. DK's aim is to inform, enrich, and entertain readers of all ages. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. Our adult range spans travel, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery, and parenting.
£25.04
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Quiz Yourself Clever The Periodic Table
Get to grips with the periodic table with this fact-packed quiz book!Learn all the ingredients that make up the universe in this quiz book for children aged 9+ that breaks down the periodic table. Quiz Yourself Clever: The Periodic Table goes through all 118 elements in an accessible and kid-friendly way, showing the pure form of every element through an eye-catching image, surrounded by quiz-style questions.This periodic table quiz book for children offers: Fast and fun learning through the use of detailed images and interesting facts. Hundreds of quick-fire questions for children to quiz themselves and challenge friends and family. Information that has been endorsed and authenticated by experts. Vivid pictures and fast facts will allow children to gather a wealth of knowledge in a fun way! Turn the page to find the answers, contained in a handy dataset, from its atomic number and mass, to its
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Barbie Dream Car
Hit the road with Barbie and her friends with this push-along car-shaped board book with moving wheels part of DK's bestselling Wheelie books series. Roll the sturdy board book along on its moving wheels and ride anywhere your imagination can take you. Drive in style with Barbie as you go on an exciting car journey! Discover all there is to know about Barbie's pretty, pink, convertible Dream Car and the places it can take you. Are you ready to roll?Ride along with Barbie in her Dream Car:Push the board book on its spinning wheels to get rolling on an all-new adventure with Barbie and friends!Follow along with Barbie as she gets ready for her trip, hits the beach and enjoys a picnic with friends. The perfect board book gift for Barbie fans aged 3-5. Join Barbie for a fun adventure!2023 Mattel
£8.59
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Cosmos
£27.48
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Explore
This book of maps helps you navigate the big topics that explain the world: science, history, nature, and space.Maps can help you find your way around more than just places, and knowledge can be shared using more than just words. Using maps, children aged 7-9 will be introduced to need-to-know topics in an inviting and visual way.Explore is a new and exciting style of reference that's packed with diagrams and information to explain each map to inquisitive children. Inside, you'll find a whole collection of maps to pore over on subjects you'd never expect, from cells and our planet to amphibians and microscopic life.This all-encompassing maps book for children offers: An all-new visual approach to learning core subjects, as part of a brand new exciting reference series. A combination of maps and other diagrams that break down important topics, combined with stats, facts, figures, and explanations. Bright and stand-out
£17.89
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Our World in Pictures The Periodic Table Flash Cards
Get to grips with the periodic table through an array of guessing games and fun flashcards!This amazing deck of cards welcomes you to the periodic table of elements where you can familiarise yourself with all 118 elements, discovering atomic numbers, mass, melting points and more. The fast facts and intriguing pictures will allow you to grasp a wealth of knowledge in a fun and engaging way! Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:-One card for each of the 118 elements -The element's chemical symbol and image are on the front, with a data-set including the element's atomic number, -atomic mass, period, melting point, and when it was discovered are on the back.-Includes supporting information on the periodic table and how atoms and elements work.-A glossary contains definitions of the most relevant terms to do with the periodic table.-Visual aids, such as photos of the elements in their raw state or in use, promote faster learning.-Cards are two-sided, laminated, and packed in a durable cardboard carton.Each card contains snappy and accessible information, displaying an eye-catching image of each chemical element, whilst show-casing the element's uses and how it appears in nature. You can use the cards to test your own knowledge, or how about using them to play a guessing game, quiz, or even a competitive comparison game with a friend? The brightly coloured cards make learning easy and fun for students and chemistry enthusiasts alike. A must-have volume for young readers aged 9+ who love science and are seeking a fun and engaging exploration of the periodic table of elements. Our World in Pictures: The Periodic Table Flashcards breaks down information on each one of the 118 total elements into manageable chunks of memorable and fascinating facts that can keep the kids enthralled for hours on end!A jaw-dropping spectrum of atom types- from lithium to magnesium and more - this all-encompassing chemistry book for kids provides a learning experience like no other! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection? Our World in Pictures is back with an all-encompassing animal book for kids. Explore the animal kingdom like never before with Our World In Pictures: Animals of the World Flashcards and test your new-found knowledge with friends and family.
£9.54
Dorling Kindersley Ltd What's the Point of Maths?
Maths makes the world go around. An educational book that will give you surprising answers to everyday maths challenges. This book unpacks how maths is an essential part of our everyday life in ways that you never thought of. Crazy facts, magic tricks, mathematical brainteasers and beautiful illustrations show you that maths is interesting, fun, and unintimidating!Ever wondered where maths originated from? This fantastic educational book unpacks all the curious questions that your child has about mathematics including intriguing historical stories that explore the often-surprising origins of maths that we use in our daily lives.Learn about how the formation of number sequences began, to the origins of trigonometry and find out how to become a trillionaire! Maths in our daily lives is used in many things that might not even seem that obvious.Maths Controls Just About EverythingInspire your children with numbers and help bring mathematical explanations to life with this engaging educational book. Expand their knowledge in the complexity of understanding maths by using simple illustrative examples. To make these topics more exciting and impactful, the book is full of great puzzles, awesome games and interesting facts that will break barriers in their understanding. "Try it out" examples give mathematical explanations that are simple and easy to grasp. What's The Point Of Maths? will not only change your child's perception of numbers but give them the skills and understanding to apply the principles in their everyday life!This educational book explains the point of:- Numbers and counting - Shapes and measuring- Patterns and sequences- Probability and logic- Data and statistics
£14.31
DK Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family
Experience the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal family through rare, restricted, and exclusive photos.A stunning pictorial biography of Queen Elizabeth, recounting her childhood, succession to the throne, and her dutiful service as the reigning monarch of Britain. This biography of the Queen also includes the history of the royal family and the house of Windsor. Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family 3rd Edition features accounts of most of the royal household including the Queen and Prince Philip’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren! Inside the pages of her biography you’ll find: • The complete history of the Kings and Queens of Scotland and England, explaining the story of succession to the throne over more than 1,000 years • Special features profile royal residences, including Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle • Dazzling photographic galleries showcase royal regalia and artifacts • Visual timelines at the start of each chapter highlight the key milestones in the history of the monarchy For 70 years the Queen was beloved and admired by the British public, the Commonwealth, heads of states, and many others. Following her ascent to the throne at the age of 27, she’s spent her entire life in service of the public and state. This biography celebrates her life through photographs and profiles and provides the reader with insight into this remarkable woman. Teaming with dazzling galleries of royal artefacts, photographic tours, royal residences, and the Royals up close makes this the perfect book for fans of the royal family or anyone interested in the history of the British monarchy.Queen Elizabeth II and the Royal Family 3rd Edition This definitive memorial book 3rd Edition (published in 2021) is revised to include events and milestones, such as the retirement of the Duke of Edinburgh, the birth of Charlotte, Louis, Archie, and other family members, Harry and Meghan's wedding, and their decision to step back as senior members of the royal family. This is the perfect gift for fans of the Queen and royal family, followers of the Netflix series The Crown, or anyone interested in the history of the British monarchy.
£36.85
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Super Phonics Card Game
Help your child explore the world of phonics and reading with the DK Super Phonics Card Game.Make learning phonics fun with these beautifully designed playing cards for beginner readers which introduce 44 letter sounds.DK Super Phonics Card Game is a fun and educational way to learn phonics for beginner readers. Children aged 4-6 can practice letter sounds through interactive learning, with 42 phonic cards and 8 action cards, along with How to play' instructions.These fun phonics flash cards for children offers: - 42 letter sound cards, 8 action cards and How to play' instructions.- Material that supports the curriculum, to be used with any phonics reading curriculum or programme.- Support for home learning, providing practice and consolidation of reading skills through decodable games.- An ideal accompanying game for the DK Super Phonics workbooks and decodable stories.Make practising phonics fun with these 44
£5.98
Dorling Kindersley Ltd On Trial For Murder
The stakes are never higher when the charge is murder Explore the riveting twists and turns of some of the most notorious and controversial murder trials in history, such as the O. J. Simpson, Phil Spector, and Oscar Pistorius cases.Each of the trials detailed in this bookthe latest in DK''s highly successful series of true crime investigationsdominated the world''s news media and gripped public attention. After examining the evidence, if you had been a member of the jury, what would have been your verdict? Guilty? Or Not Guilty?
£10.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Horse
With more than 33 million copies sold globally, introduce kids to the world of horses with the groundbreaking Eyewitness series.The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations, with a fresh new look, the latest photography, information and a collectible poster with facts and photographs from the book. Sold in 88 countries and 36 languages, Eyewitness consists of more than 170 titles across a diverse range of topics.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on horses you can find: - An essential guide to horses, including the different breeds and their evolution and roles throughout history.- Photographs and facts about horses on every page.- A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Become the next equestrian with this picture-led encyclopedia and meet different horse breeds, from the tiny Shetland pony
£10.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Arctic and Antarctic
With more than 33 million copies sold globally, introduce kids to the world's icy polar regions with the groundbreaking Eyewitness series.The iconic Eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations, with a fresh new look, the latest photography, information and a collectible poster with facts and photographs from the book. Sold in 88 countries and 36 languages, Eyewitness consists of more than 170 titles across a diverse range of topics.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the Arctic and Antarctic, you can find: - An essential guide to the North and South poles, including the amazing wildlife and habitats and indigenous peoples that live here.- Photographs and facts about the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth on every page.- A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Become the next polar explorer with
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Babys First Christmas
An early learning board book that introduces babies and toddlers to the festival of Christmas.Perfect for story time, this is a first board book that takes a very first look at the magic of Christmas, from decorating Christmas trees and baking festive cookies to hanging up stockings and waiting for Santa.Baby's First Christmas is clear and easy to follow, with one main image per page and short accompanying text. Parents and toddlers can enjoy reading this aloud together and pointing at the pictures as they learn about festive holidays.This Christmas board book offers: - A padded board book format with 12 interior baby-tough pages and rounded edges for little hands to hold.- An early learning board book that's part of the Baby's First series, introducing 0-3 year olds to a diverse mix of religious holidays and festivals.- Easy-to-follow pictures and simple sentences promotes early learning for 0-3 year olds.Speciall
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Disney Christmas Ultimate Sticker Collection
Celebrate the season with over 1,000 festive stickers!Jump into a wintery adventure with your favourite Disney and Pixar characters! Build a snowman with Elsa, wrap gifts with Mickey Mouse, and deck the halls with Cinderella. Go sledding with Goofy, play games with Olaf, and make snow cones with the Yeti.Find stickers of festive friends from Frozen, Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Winnie the Pooh and many more. Decorate the pages and learn fun facts about the characters. With enchanting images and jolly captions, the Disney Christmas Ultimate Sticker Collection is a perfect gift for all young Disney and Pixar fans.Disney
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Food Book
Discover the origins, traditions, and use of the everyday foods served on our plates, from salt to sushi and rice to ravioli. A true celebration of food in all its forms, The Food Book follows the human quest for sustenance through the stories of individual ingredients. It examines our millennia-long relationship with nearly 200 foods - from nuts and seeds to noodles and meat - with the help of sumptuous illustrations and tales from all over the world.Food is the cornerstone of daily life, culture, and even religion. Staples like bread, beans, and cereal crops are part of our culinary history and are used in many different ways around the world. This fascinating reference covers: All food groups, including nuts and grains, fruit and vegetables, meat and fish, herbs and spices. Information on every aspect of food's origin, history, and place in world cuisine. Photographs that showcase culturally and historically
£25.04
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends Glow in the Dark Sticker Book
GLOW-WEBS-GLOW! Light up your world with more than 100 glow-in-the-dark stickers of Team Spidey, their best friends, and their fearsome foesCreate glowing action scenes with stickers of all your favourite heroes and villains from Spidey and His Amazing Friends, or even just stick them to your personal items to brighten up the place! Help Spidey catch the Green Goblin across New York City with the help of Black Panther, swing into action with Miles and Ghost-Spider back at WEB-quarters, or maybe even recreate your favourite moments from the show. Where will your imagination take you?Stopping bad guys and crawling walls - Team Spidey does it all in this ultimate sticker book! 2024 MARVEL
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd The LEGO Halloween Games Book
Build in some time for frightful fun with the whole family! With more than 50 ideas for Halloween-themed games, puzzles, challenges, and activities, there is something to keep everyone entertained this autumn. Grab your own LEGO bricks as well as this book and the pieces that come with it, and get ready for scarily good time with your friends and family! Challenge friends to complete the scary escape room puzzles. Mix up a brick-built potion. Make it through the monster trap board game and much more! Plus, use the pieces that come with the book to invent your own games.Comes with 40 Halloween-themed LEGO elements to add to your builds, including a skeleton minifigure!2024 The LEGO Group.
£14.91
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Mammoth Maths Workbook
Introducing an off-beat maths workbook to help you develop core number skills and more by award-winning author and illustrator David Macaulay. This interactive workbook, with mammoths as your guides, is a fun and light-hearted approach to improving maths skills for children aged 8-11. Macaulay's endearing mammoths and elephant shrews will take you on a joyful journey through the basics of numbers, counting, calculating, measuring, shapes, data, puzzles, codes, and more! Each maths idea is explained, then reinforced with practice questions and fun activities. The answers are at the back, so you can check you're getting things right. This fun maths workbook for children offers: - Fun-filled illustrations show Macaulay's mammoths exploring mathematical ideas demonstrating key mathematical principles in unusual and amusing ways. - An action-packed alternative to dry, unappealing maths textbooks. - Supporting panels contain diagrams and extra information to aid understanding. -
£12.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Ancient Worlds
Step back in time and witness how the greatest ancient cultures lived and thrived in this tour through history's civilisations.Ancient Worlds is a tour through history''s most influential civilisations between 3000 BCE and 750 CE, capturing moments that reveal the culture and technology that made them great.Children aged 7-11 will discover how deep knowledge of the Sun, sea, and stars enabled ancient seafarers to navigate the Pacific Ocean; witness the highs and lows of a thrilling chariot race in the Roman Empire''s greatest hippodrome, and marvel at the military might of the Mauryan Empire and its incredible war elephants.Dive straight into this book on ancient civilisations for kids, offering: - 12 impressive landscape pages capturing the daily life of different periods in time.- A fascinating world tour of history, covering civilisations from Ancient Egypt to the Maya.- A moment in time on each page, from battle action
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Why Encyclopedia
This exciting reference book uncovers the answers to the big questions across core topics, from science and history to space and the human body.This encyclopedia covers all the subjects children really want to know about, like what's inside a pyramid? What is an echo? Did cavemen live in caves? With over 650,000 copies sold worldwide, this refreshed edition of a bestseller brings the latest updates in ever-changing topics for curious kids.This exciting encyclopedia for kids offers:- Important information across a range of big topics, including space, animals and the human body.- Each double page that is presented around a question a child would ask, providing young readers with an engaging and accessible route into the subject.- Quiz boxes with additional questions for children, encouraging them to find the answers themselves on the page. Why? Encyclopedia combines 3D digital illustrations and an interactive question-and-a
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Slide and Seek First Words
A fun and colourful board book with sliders to help young children learn simple words. This exciting novelty board book of first words helps babies and toddlers develop early reading skills and expand their vocabulary. Part of the new DK Slide and Seek series, Slide and Seek First Words will stimulate early learning in a fun and interactive way. Young children will love the slide-and-seek elements and eye-catching illustrations, like an inquisitive worm peeking out of an apple. The easy and clear text makes this book an enjoyable introduction to first words, and the sliders create an exciting reveal on every page. This interactive and colourful first words book offers: - A safe and sturdy board book format with sliding surprises inside for little ones to move. - Full-colour illustrations, high-quality interactive elements, and easy-to-read text. - A learning tool for young children, encouraging them to name and point to objects in order to identify them. This bright, colour
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Very Hungry Caterpillars Very First Ocean Encyclopedia
Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn about ocean wonders, from sharks to seamounts.Take a tour of the blue planet and discover everything you need to know about ocean geography and the animals that live beneath the waves.Topics range from individual sea creatures and their habitats, to how tides work and the ways in which we can look after the oceans. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations in Eric Carle''s unique style, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about marine mammals, deep sea fish, ocean zones, currents, islands, exploration, pollution, and much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to oceans.For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have oceans encyclopedia.
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Pop-Up Peekaboo! Numbers
An interactive pop up book that inspires hands-on learning and teaches your children how to count! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes. Pop up Peekaboo: Numbers provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of animal entertainment. Learning to count is never easy, but it can be fun!Babies and toddlers will be enchanted by finding the surprises behind each flap. 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.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 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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Dorling Kindersley Ltd English for Everyone Course Book Level 2 Beginner: French language edition
Welcome to the most exciting English language learner around! Work your way up with the ultimate self-study course that is easy to use and quick to learn. The Level 2 beginner's book guarantees an engaging and entertaining experience for adults learning English as a foreign language.Budding beginners who already know the basics of English, this one is for you. Moving on from Level 1, this brilliant book goes into more depth and detail, including talking about yourself and your feelings, routines, choices, past events, future plans, achievements, and ambitions. Eye-catching illustrations and step-by-step explanations keep content simple and straightforward for easy learning. Packed with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises presented in bite-sized modules, you can follow the book from start to finish or dip in and out to boost your language skills, expand your vocabulary, and get to grips with grammar.Level 2 builds your confidence and knowledge on the way to advanced English. English for Everyone Course Book Level 2 Beginner covers the major global English-language exams, including TOEFL and IELTS.This book is part of DK's best-selling English for Everyone series, which is suitable for all levels of English language learners and provides the perfect reading companion for study, exams, work, or travel. With audio material available on the accompanying website and Android/iOS apps, there has never been a better time to learn English.
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd How Science Works: The Facts Visually Explained
This visual guide is packed with amazing diagrams and infographics to answer all your burning scientific head-scratchers - from gravity and black holes to earthquakes and gene therapy.In How Science Works you will find the most fascinating phenomena in the Universe visually explained, from pulleys to string theory, light to lasers, and chemical reactions to artificial intelligence. If you have ever wondered why the sky is blue, how a black hole works, or what happens in a tsunami, this indispensable guide is for you.Rather than long columns of text, How Science Works is filled with diagrams and infographics, to make even the most difficult concept fun and easy to grasp. Turn the pages to understand dark matter, radioactivity and so much more, and find answers to the really big questions including how life began, will the Universe end, and are we really alone?With hours of enthralling reading, How Science Works is the book you wished you'd had at school and it's the one you'll want for your family.
£17.16
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DKfindout! Ancient Rome
Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category.DKfindout! Ancient Rome takes kids back in time to discover what life was like in Ancient Rome. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more!For any kid that can't get enough Roman facts, DKfindout! Ancient Rome is packed with information, quizzes, fun facts and incredible images of every aspect of Roman life. Discover what Romans would have put in their shopping baskets, how to decode Roman numerals, and go into battle with the gladiators. Immerse yourself in Ancient Rome with DKfindout!
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd DKfindout! Ancient Egypt
What will you learn about Ancient Egypt today? Travel back in time to learn all about the pharaohs of Egypt, decode Egyptian hieroglyphs, and see how the Great Pyramid of Giza was built. See if you can survive the game of childhood, take a tour of an Egyptian home, and find out how a mummy was made. Packed with fun facts, amazing pictures, and quizzes, this book really will have children coming back for more!
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd My First Dictionary: 1,000 Words, Pictures and Definitions
Now in PDF. Make language come aliveA colourful and modern update of My First Dictionary, with 1000 words, bright colour pictures and clear definitions that will help your child perfect their As, Bs and Cs in no time. The perfect introduction for any young child, with big, bright letters taking your child from A to Z in clear steps and a colourful alphabet header - perfect for you to read with your child or for them to recognise letters on their own.From beautiful rainbows to a gorgeous green apple, each word is supported by carefully chosen photographs and images, plus a clear grid design makes everything easy to find. With new, up-to-date words, fun dictionary games and notes for parents, My First Dictionary will make learning fun for both you and your child.
£10.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd A Little Course in Yoga: Simply Everything You Need to Succeed
Do you want to learn yoga to boost your mind and body and banish stress? This book is your personal guide on the path to the physical and spiritual well-being that yoga brings. This ideal introduction to yoga for beginners takes you through all the basic yoga poses and breathing exercises to build your confidence, flexibility, and skills in a safe, structured, and easy-to-follow course. At each stage, you'll start simple by stretching your body, perfecting your breathing, and practicing yoga routines. When you're ready, you'll move on to mastering more challenging poses and improving your posture. As your skills increase, you can build up to more advanced poses and fine-tune your alignment for perfect harmony of mind, body, and spirit.As you progress, you'll find clear step-by step photos and instructions, tips, troubleshooting advice, and reminders to help you master the routines and move to the next level. A Little Course in Yoga is a perfect blend of exercise and relaxation. It really can help you strengthen your body, focus your mind, and manage the stress in your life.
£12.88
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Psychology Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
Learn about human nature, behaviour and how the mind works with The Psychology 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 Psychology in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Psychology 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 Psychology, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking ideas in this field of science- 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 Psychology Book is the perfect introduction to the science, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover key concepts by psychologists who have significantly enhanced our understanding of the human mind and behaviour. Learn about everyone who's contributed to the big ideas in psychology, incorporating the ideas of today's scientists as well those of the ancient philosophers and pioneers. Your Psychological Questions, Simply ExplainedIf you thought it was difficult to learn psychology and its many concepts, The Psychology Book presents the key ideas in a clear layout. Learn about the key personalities of the 19th and 20th centuries whose work has made significant contributions to our understanding of human behaviour. Superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries explain the line of thought clearly for students of psychology and for anyone with a general interest in understanding the human mind.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Psychology 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.
£21.11
DK DK Super Readers Level 1 Bilingual Explore the Coral Reef – Explora el arrecife de coral
Meet the sea creatures living on a coral reef! Make reading in English and Spanish your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your bilingual reading superpowers to learn all about a beautiful coral reef and the sea animals living there - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Explore the Coral Reef - Explora el arrecife de coral is a beautifully designed reader all about the fish and other sea animals living on a coral reef. 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 beautiful coral reef and all the sea animals that can be spotted on it.
£13.55
Dorling Kindersley Ltd English for Everyone Practice Book Level 2 Beginner
Start learning English as a second language with this visually stimulating practice book for adults. Accompanying the English for Everyone Course Book Level 2 Beginner, this illustrated workbook features abundant vocabulary and grammar exercises for adults learning English as a foreign language. When it comes to languages, practice does make perfect! This workbook guides linguistic learners through exercises and activities to consolidate what they've learned and build confidence in their skills. Using a range of familiar and new exercise mechanisms, this practice book is an invaluable research tool to test the vocabulary and grammar structures taught in the course book. Immerse yourself in this practical ESL learning material, which includes: Over 1,000 vocabulary and grammar exercises Lay-flat binding, making the book easier to write in Extensive accompanying audio resources that can be accessed via the
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Barbie Pocket Fashion Expert
Fashion fun, ideas, inspiration and facts with Barbie!For Barbie, fashion is something to have fun with. She loves to play around with fashion trends, experiment with colours and styles, and she''s never afraid to try out a new look. Fashion is about expressing her personality and being creative with her wardrobe. This handy guide for young Barbie and fashion fans is packed with images of inspirational Barbie outfits for every occasion. From cozy casual wear to fabulous party outfits, Barbie always knows what to wear so that she looks and feels her best. This is a must-have, pocket-sized, one-stop source of Barbie info, bursting with fashion tips and ideas, plus fabulous real-world fashion facts. Become a confident and creative fashion expert, just like Barbie!2024 Mattel.
£8.59
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Complete Air Fryer Cookbook: Over 100 Easy, Energy-efficient Recipes for Every Meal
Bringing together the very best triple-tested air fryer recipes, this book offers all the inspiration you need to make the most and more of this versatile kitchen appliance.The air fryer has taken household kitchens across the world by storm. This handy kitchen appliance makes cooking our favourite foods quicker, easier, cheaper and even healthier. From healthier versions of fried favourites to whole roast dinners, impressive vegetarian mains, crunchy snacks and baked treats, the air fryer will make your time in the kitchen a stress-free and mess-free experience. Now a popular trend on TikTok and social media, air fryer recipes continue to go viral - from cheesecakes to cheese toasties, corn on the cob to the quickest pakoras. Despite its name, the air fryer does not "fry" things; it bakes them, and it bakes them fast - the results are not only delicious but economical and energy-efficient.In this comprehensive cookbook, discover over 100 triple-tested recipes for light bites such as Leek and bacon frittatas to Sriracha Vegetable Tempura, to more substantial meals such as Fish Tacos, Herby Lamb Koftas, Bourbon Chicken Wings and Pepperoni Calzones - with this book you'll have all the inspiration you need to make the most and more of your air fryer.Featured inside The Complete Air Fryer Cookbook, readers can uncover: - Over 100 recipes (plus variations), all photographed and with a fresh, modern design.- Including a mixture of classic recipes and innovative ideas with recognisable ingredients readily available in all markets.This must-have cookbook proves ideal for the health-conscious cooks out there, as air fryers use significantly less oil than other cooking methods, as well as budget-conscious cooks as air fryers are cheaper to use than a conventional oven.
£15.74
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Cat Encyclopedia
Are you a feline fanatic? Could you tell the difference between a Housecat and an Ojos Azules? Do you want to know how to keep your kitty happy and healthy?The Cat Encyclopedia is a cat compendium with all the facts about cats and kittens. It''s packed with beautifully photographed profiles of different breeds, from the Maine Coon to the Khao Manee, and includes information on caring for your own cat. This book explores the cat''s place in cultures and includes famous cats in art and literature.In this encyclopedia, you will find: -A breed catalogue outlining all the cat breeds such as Shorthairs, Exotic Shorthair, Khao Manee, Korat, Chinese Li Hua, Asian (Burmilla, Smoke, Self, Tortie, Tabby) and more. -How to care for your cat, including how to Prepare for arrival, essential equipment, vet check-ups, food and feeding, Grooming and hygiene and training your cat. -Facts, images, labelled diagrams and more about cats! <
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Children's Book of Art: An Introduction to the World's Most Amazing Paintings and Sculptures
Go on an artistic journey around the world in this children's introduction.Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children's guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of art and celebrates different styles from every continent!Children aged 9+ can enjoy reading about early art right through to present day, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great artists and sculptors, from Leonardo da Vinci to Tracey Emin and Henry Moore. All the essential information about art is covered, including the major movements, artists from around the world and techniques.This art book for children offers: - Chapters which cover a huge range of artistic styles, from the very first cave paintings to contemporary art installations.- Profiles of influential artists from Katsushika Hokusai to Jackson Pollock.- A focus on key techniques and the famous artists who used them.- Fun activities to create frescoes and sculptures for yourself.Children's Book of Art is full of facts and photos highlighting artistic styles from across the globe, from the very earliest cave paintings through to Renaissance art and surrealism, via China's terracotta army and African sculptors.Plus, there are fun activities and projects so children can create their own works of art - making it the perfect gift for budding painters and sculptors.More in the seriesThe Children's Book of series inspires young learners to dive into their favourite topic and immerse themselves in the ins and outs, from fun facts to experts in the field. If you liked Children's Book of Art, then why not try the guide for budding musicians, Children's Book of Music?
£17.33
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Knowledge Encyclopedia Plants and Fungi!: Our Growing World as You've Never Seen It Before
Explore the wonderful world of plants and fungi, with everything from cacti and carnivorous plants to trees, flowers, and mushrooms.Why are flowers colourful and fruits sweet? How does a carnivorous plant kill its prey? Why do stinging nettles sting? How do trees turn light into food? This ultimate nature book for children will fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on the plant world. Children aged 9+ will find themselves totally absorbed in the complexities nature, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, vivid photographs, and striking 3D images. Knowledge Encyclopedia: Plants and Fungi! teaches kids all about plants and fungi by showing how they work with beautiful illustrations. Peer inside a leaf, watch a seed sprout, follow a root underground, and see how a flower becomes a fruit.This all-encompassing nature encyclopedia for kids offers:- A whole collection of facts, charts, timelines, and illustrations that cover a vast range of topics.- Plants and fungi from around the world shown using amazingly detailed CGIs that entice young readers to dive in and explore.- Important STEM topics covered in life sciences curricula.- A visual approach using illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.Knowledge Encyclopedia; Plants and Fungi! shows how plants and fungi form the foundations of every ecosystem, making our planet habitable. Life on Earth couldn't exist without plants and fungi. Plants create the food we eat and the oxygen we breathe. They regulate the climate, provide habitats for animals, and produce sustainable resources that we can use to make books, clothes, furniture and houses. Fungi are just as important.Every page is packed with incredible facts and statistics. Did you know that the seeds of the Australian snottygobble plant don't grow until they've been pooed out by emus? Or that the world's oldest tree began growing before the pyramids were built?More in the SeriesKnowledge Encyclopedia Plants and Fungi! is part of DK's visual and informative Knowledge Encyclopedia series. Complete the collection and dive into the deep with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean!, take a trip to the solar system with Knowledge Encyclopedia Space! and travel back to prehistoric times with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!
£19.48
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Football
Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness Football is the perfect guide for any football 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 football skills knowledge, and getting to grips with the science and technology behind the game.This fact-packed football 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 football historyThroughout the pages of this Football 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 Football introduces the ultimate guide for footie 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 football facts. This all-encompassing guide to football 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.
£9.79
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Periodic Table of DC
Discover the elemental properties and explosive reactions of iconic DC characters From Superman, whose powers are enhanced by Earth's yellow sun to The Flash, imbued with the Speed Force, and from Batman's superior human abilities to the mystically empowered Wonder Woman, not to mention the criminal genius of Lex Luthor and The Joker, the DC universe comprises a vast and varied array of heroes and villains. Whether Atlantean or Amazonian, magical or elemental, technologically augmented or genetically evolved, key and lesser known DC characters are expertly classified in The Periodic Table of DC to illuminate the properties that bind them, the catalysts that created them, the active agents that energize them, and the fundamental forces that underpin the DC Multiverse.With more than 130 character profiles written by a DC expert, beautiful comic book art, and DC's seal of approval, The Periodic Table of DC reveals the fascinating and astonishing connections between the most extraordinary heroes and villains ever created.All DC characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s23)
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Crystal and Gems: From Mythical Properties to Magical Stories
Discover the history of precious, semi-precious, and organic gemstones, their scientific properties, their mythical powers, and their traditional uses.Humans have been beguiled and fascinated by gemstones and crystals since prehistory, and made use of them for everything from currency and ceremonial decoration to tokens of love or power. But why have some been considered more significant than others - rare or otherwise? 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, and the various ways in which they have taken on powerful symbolic meanings. How did the Vikings use iolite to help them steer their ships, for example? Why did the Ancient Greeks and Romans believe that sardonyx could protect them in battle?Dive deep into the pages of this curated crystal book to discover:- A quirky and compelling angle on the subject of crystals and gems - combining science with culture and history.- Definitions for the key properties of precious, semi-precious, and organic stones, clearly and simply.- Explores their traditional uses in healing and manifesting, and the powers they have been ascribed through the centuries.Encounter the fascinating stories of some of the most famous or celebrated gemstones and jewels along the way - from a turquoise-studded pectoral worn during Aztec ceremonies, to the diamond necklace that helped to bring about the French Revolution - in this glorious celebration of precious, semi-precious, and organic stones in all their beauty and variety.
£12.88