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Created in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution, Ultimate Sticker Activity Collection: Dinosaurs introduces children six and up to the prehistoric world. With thirty-two pages of reusable dinosaur stickers as well as a full range of related exercises — mazes, jigsaws, mix-and-match, spotters, and fill-the-scene — Ultimate Sticker Activity Collection: Dinosaurs will keep children coming back time and again.

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This cleverly shaped board book featuring 3-D revolving wheels is guaranteed to appeal to little tots with an enthusiasm for transport and moving objects.Big Dump Truck shows you how the trucks are filled up, how they empty their loads, and what they are used to carry. Did you know that some dump trucks can carry a load as heavy as 15 elephants? And don't forget the fun you can have by rolling the book on its wheels! • Includes basic words and information on vehicles • Real action photos • Suitable for children aged 0-5, or for adults who are crazy about cars! Whether your little road-runners love school buses or sporty cars, hogs or 18-wheelers, there's a Wheelie book to take them speeding out of the store! Vroom, vroom, vroooooooooom!Toy SafetyWARNING! Not suitable for children under the age of 36 months due to small parts. Choking hazard.

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This fun book in the shape of a fire truck has four wheels so little drivers can race them anywhere. The big, tough wheels actually grip, and the beautiful, full color photographs inside are captioned with vehicle names to make learning fun. Whether your little road-runners love school buses or sporty cars, hogs or 18-wheelers, there's a Wheelie book to take them speeding out of the store! Vroom, vroom, vroooooooooom!

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This fun book in the shape of a motorcycle has wheels so little drivers can race them anywhere. The big, tough wheels actually grip, and the beautiful, full color photographs inside are captioned with names to make learning fun. Whether your little road-runners love school buses or sporty cars, hogs or 18-wheelers, there's a Wheelie book to take them speeding out of the store! Vroom, vroom, vroooooooooom!

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Featuring new colorful artwork and special gatefold pages to show dinosaurs at their biggest and best, Amazing Giant Dinosaurs will delight budding archeologists of all ages. From the tallest plant-eater Brachiosaurus to the sea monster Elasmosaurus and its air-bound flying friend Quetzalcoatlus, this dinosaur book has the largest animals of the Triassic through the Cretaceous periods covered. It also includes remarkable dinosaur records and a comprehensive glossary.

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DK's beloved bestselling series gets a fresh new look! With a sparkling new look, these bestselling DK classics are sure to become classics for a whole new generation of young readers. Babies and toddlers will be drawn to the captivating, tactile pages, and will want to touch, feel, and explore every one.

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Thank your lucky stars for this completely comprehensive guide to our Universe.From asteroids and constellations to galaxies and planets, this star-studded look at space is the perfect package for space cadets and amateur astronomers. Part of DK’s best-selling Nature Guide series, Stars and Planets takes you out of this world to experience the beautiful sights and intricate details of our incredible Solar System. Packed with stunning images and expert information, you’ll enjoy the whole world at your fingertips. You’ll visit each and every planet and fly past the Kuiper Belt on this intrepid, intergalactic adventure.Come back down to Earth to discover all the tools and techniques you need to observe the spectacular night skies. You’ll see all 88 constellations in their sparkling splendour and read the stories behind their amazing shapes and patterns. The monthly sky guide will keep your eyes on the skies all year round.

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An interactive touch and feel animal book for babies that inspires hands-on learning. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Baby Touch and Feel: Cuddly Animals is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colorful illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby’s attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for preschoolers and makes for an ideal baby gift.Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mom and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation.This charming board book for babies includes: • An amazing range of different textures to explore • Clearly labeled pictures and a simple, easy to follow design • Easy to read text to encourage early vocabulary building • A texture or eye-catching area on every page • Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth Learning to read should always be this fun. Kids will get hours of play from this sturdy board book for babies and toddlers, from making the noises and reading the names to feeling the different textures. Packed full of shiny objects and some bumps and grooves, this educational book will engage small children and stimulate early childhood development in different ways. This touchy feely book, with its strong, baby-safe jacket, makes for an ideal baby gift.Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Baby Touch and Feel range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books and includes titles like Baby Touch and Feel Animals, Baby Touch and Feel Bedtime, Baby Touch and Feel Colors and Shapes, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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Discover the amazing world of our cold-blooded friends in this book all about frogs and amphibians for kids.Embark on a fun, fact-filled dive into the world of frogs and amphibians with Everything You Need to Know About Frogs. Children will love to learn all the basics of reptile and amphibian anatomy in this beautiful and informative book on frogs.Packed with vibrant pictures and lots of fascinating facts, kids can enjoy learning all about a frog’s habitat and behavior. Discover how these amphibians survive in lakes and rivers, forests and deserts, and how these clever creatures have adapted to live in seemingly inhospitable habitats. Alongside, in between, and on top of all that, this riveting frog book also provides ideas for things to make, games to play, quizzes, and amazing facts to share with friends!Inside the pages of this frog book for children, you’ll find: A whole host of amphibians and reptiles including toads, snakes, lizards, salamanders, turtles, newts, tortoises and crocodiles. 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 how to survive a crocodile’s attack, how a frog’s legs influenced Frankenstein, or how to play snakes and ladders. Children aged 7+ can learn all about frogs and amphibians 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 frogs!. Complete the seriesThis delightful frog 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 Dinosaurs!

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Revised and updated, the Audubon Pocket Backyard Birdwatch is a portable, visually rich guide for beginning birdwatchers to use at home or in the field and includes a foldout chart that illustrates over 30 common garden birds. Produced in conjunction with the experts at Audubon, the book is packed with practical and achievable advice, from how to provide water, food, and nesting sites to creating a bird-friendly environment in your yard.

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An interactive touch and feel book for babies with a cosy bedtime theme and read-aloud text! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Bedtime is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colorful bedtime-inspired illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby’s attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for toddlers and makes for an ideal baby gift.It's time to put on our fluffy PJs, brush our teeth with the bumpy toothbrush and wrap ourselves in a cosy, cushioned duvet. Why? Because it's bedtime! Read all about an exciting selection of bedtime themes, from fluffy bedtime toys to shiny stars! Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mom and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. This charming board book for babies includes: - An amazing range of different textures to explore.- Cleary labeled pictures and a simple, easy to follow design.- Easy to read text to encourage early vocabulary building.- A texture or eye-catching area on every page.- Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth.Learning to read should always be this fun. Kids will get hours of play from this sturdy board book for babies and toddlers, from making the noises and reading the names to feeling the different textures, like cotton pyjamas, fluffy blankets and fuzzy slippers. This touchy-feely book, with its strong, baby-safe cover, makes for an ideal baby gift. Packed full of shiny objects and some bumps and grooves, this educational book will engage small children and stimulate early childhood development in different ways. Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Baby Touch and Feel range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books and includes titles like Baby Touch and Feel Things That Go, Baby Touch and Feel Trucks, Baby Touch and Feel Wild Animals, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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An interactive touch and feel book for babies with cute baby animals and read-aloud text! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Baby Animals is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colorful animal-inspired illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby’s attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for toddlers and makes for an ideal baby gift.Read all about cute and cuddly baby animals, including adorable puppies, furry seals, and small chicks! Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mom and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. This charming board book for babies includes: - An amazing range of different textures to explore.- Cleary labeled pictures and a simple, easy to follow design.- Easy to read text to encourage early vocabulary building.- A texture or eye-catching area on every page.- Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth.Learning to read should always be this fun. Kids will get hours of play from this sturdy board book for babies and toddlers, from making the noises and reading the names to feeling the different textures, like the fluffy tummy of the baby fox. This touchy-feely book, with its strong, baby-safe jacket, makes for an ideal baby gift. Packed full of shiny objects and some bumps and grooves, this educational book will engage small children and stimulate early childhood development in different ways. Complete the SeriesThis delightful book is part of the Baby Touch and Feel range of board books for babies and toddlers from DK Books and includes titles like Baby Touch and Feel I Love You, Baby Touch and Feel Bedtime, Baby Touch and Feel Colors and Shapes, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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A first word-and-picture board book that helps children develop essential vocabulary in two languages—English and SpanishYour child will learn all about the body and the things it can do - from eating breakfast to running and dancing - and willenjoy poring over familiar objects laid out on a simple white background.Ideal to introduce children to their first Spanish words both at home and at school. My First Board Books feature a simple point-and-say layout that builds confidence in children through repeatability and encourages preschool vocabulary and language skills. The board book format is durable and easy for young children to hold and carry on their own, and they're designed to hold up to the rough handling that comes with being a toddler's favorite book to "read" alone or with a parent.

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With this dazzling sticker book, kids will discover a fun and hands-on way to learn about trains. Discover powerful steam engines, underground railways, and super-fast bullet trains! Each Ultimate Sticker Book presents an array of colorful, photographic stickers of baby animals or dinosaurs, the US Presidents or the night sky–there's something for everyone. Young children will love working with these durable, reusable stickers, and they can have fun using the stickers to make picture books and projects on their own. These entertaining books provide a hands-on way to explore new subjects. (And some of the stickers even glow in the dark!) Includes over 60 full-color, self-adhesive stickers.

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With this adorable sticker book, kids will discover a fun and hands-on way to learn about dogs and puppies. Meet silky spaniels, lively Great Danes, playful terriers, and more! See them play, snuggle, and cuddle. Each Ultimate Sticker Book presents an array of colorful, photographic stickers of baby animals or dinosaurs, the US Presidents or the night sky–there's something for everyone. Young children will love working with these durable, reusable stickers, and they can have fun using the stickers to make picture books and projects on their own. These entertaining books provide a hands-on way to explore new subjects. (And some of the stickers even glow in the dark!) Includes over 60 full-color, self-adhesive stickers.

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A bilingual, English-Spanish board book for babiesThis delightful little book explores the everyday world of babies waking up, drinking juice, eating fruit, taking a bath, and getting dressed.With bilingual text throughout, the simple words and pictures are fun for babies and parents to read together over and over.Your baby will enjoy the simple design with brightly colored images and the baby photos.

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Count down to the festive season with this collection of 24 mini books, activities, and crafts!Packed with Pokémon story books, Alola-themed guides, fun puzzles, activities, riddles, and crafts, this is the perfect gift for fans of all ages. Create 3D Poké Balls, make your own decorations, and learn how to draw some of your favorite Pokémon.With 24 awesome surprises inside, there's something for each December day leading up to the festive season, making this the perfect calendar treat for all Pokémon Masters in training!

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More than 60 new recipes for this do-it-all multicooker, each accompanied by a beautiful photo.Multicooker appliances can sauté, slow cook, pressure cook, steam, roast, bake, air fry, dehydrate and cook rice. They streamline the process for a variety of cooking functions, with the reward of less hands-on cooking and less to clean up. All this time saved means you’ll get delicious meals on the table a lot more quickly. The Instant Pot multicooker has taken kitchens by storm with its time-saving, money-saving, and cost-efficient benefits. With more than 60 easy recipes designed to use all the functions of your multicooker, you’ll be preparing delicious, healthy, homemade meals every night with just the press of a button.The variety of recipes includes meaty, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes, covering a variety of instant-cooker methods.

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- Más de 1,000 imágenes a todo color en impresionantes galerías.- Incluye todas las formas de vida prehistórica, desde los primeros invertebrados primitivos hasta los primeros mamíferos.- Proporciona información esencial sobre los períodos geológicos, la evolución y la extinción y todos los aspectos de la ciencia de los dinosaurios.- Texto e imágenes completamente actualizados en línea con el consenso de la paleontología actual.Con más de 1,000 imágenes y datos interesantes, 'El libro de los dinosaurios' cubre absolutamente todas las formas de vida prehistórica. Los niños aprenderán sobre los descubrimientos científicos más recientes, que han cambiado la forma en que vemos a estas fascinantes criaturas prehistóricas: desde nuevos dinosaurios emplumados hasta cómo y dónde vivían.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ More than 1,000 fantastic full-color images in stunning galleries.- Covers all forms of prehistoric life, from the first primitive invertebrates to the earliest mammals.- Provides essential background information about the geological periods, evolution and extinction, and every aspect of dinosaur science.- Text and images will be fully updated in line with the latest thinking in the world of dinosaurs.With more than 1,000 images and interesting facts, all forms of prehistoric life are covered. Young readers can find out about the latest scientific discoveries that have changed the way we see these fascinating prehistoric animals—from new feathered dinosaurs to how and where they lived.

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- Diseño elegante y contemporáneo.- Ilustraciones simples y claras, especialmente creadas para este libro, que permiten una presentación con mucho detalle de las maravillas del planeta.- Título de referencia preciso y fiable, con un contenido totalmente verificado por expertos en la materia.Esta es una introducción informativa y visualmente cautivadora a nuestro planeta, repleta de fotografías impresionantes y detalladas. 'Tierra' propone un viaje imaginario que te lleva desde el centro hasta la superficie de la tierra explorando reinos vivos e inanimados. Las páginas dobles se enfocan en lugares icónicos, como la selva amazónica o el Mar Muerto, o en procesos ecológicos concretos, como la erosión glacial, verás muy de cerca los lugares más fascinantes e inaccesibles del mundo natural.—--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elegant, contemporary design.- Simple, clear illustrations, all of them new for this book add greater depth to the coverage.- Fully authenticated content makes for an accurate, reliable reference. This is an informative, visually arresting introduction to planet Earth. The core of the book features large, detailed photographs. It takes the reader from the inner core to Earth’s surface, both living and inanimate realms. This beautiful, informative book brings parts of the natural world beyond reach, up close and within our grasp.

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Celebrate Queen Elizabeth II and her family in this inspiring tribute to the historic life and reign of Britain’s longest-serving monarch.For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II showed an unwavering commitment to her country, and she will be remembered as not only Britain’s most beloved and longest-reigning monarch, but as a symbol of pride and inspiration everywhere. This book reflects on Elizabeth’s remarkable story, and looks at her years as princess, her war-time service, her Coronation, and her role as Queen both at home and across the world.Each page of this charming book will introduce young readers to something new and exciting about the Queen, from her love of horses to the palaces and castles she lived in. It will tell them about her relatives - the princes, princesses, dukes and duchesses that make up her family, making this a wonderful celebration of modern British history.Queen Elizabeth II and her Family has been revised to include 12 new pages that capture recent key events like the birth of Prince Louis, the Platinum Jubilee in 2022, and the Queen’s State funeral. With full-color photographs to complement the simple, age-appropriate text, this is simply the perfect gift to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II.

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An adorable introduction to friendship for pre-readers, this picture book follows the journey of an otter teaching little ones about courage and the true meaning of love.Nobody knows what it means to be alone more than Otto, the lonely otter. Otto is very shy, so some things are just harder for him to do… like making friends. When Otto spots another otter, all on her own, he thinks he’s finally found someone just like him. But can he pluck up the courage to swim across and meet her?This lovely, heartwarming book about being brave and daring to step out of the shadows reminds little ones that being alone doesn’t always mean you are lonely. This Valentine’s-inspired book for children aged 0-5 is from the bestselling series that includes The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer and The Sleepy Bunny and shows children the magic of friendship.This children’s book on friendship offers:- A sweet story for the love-liest time of the year, about a shy otter who finds joy in being alone, while also finding the courage to step out of his comfort zone and make room for others. - A gentle introduction to discussing emotions, boosting self-esteem, overcoming worries and building positive relationships.- Beautifully illustrated pages that accompany the charming narrative text.- A small format with sturdy pages that is suitable for small hands to hold.Dive into the sea and meet a lonely otter, who learns a lesson in love: loving himself and finding his place with others. Featuring whimsical illustrations and an exciting shiny cover, this book is sure to make its way into the hearts of adults and children alike, as they follow along to see if this lonely otter ever finds his perfect match!More in the SeriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like The Lonely Otter, then why not try other titles in this bestselling board book series? Go on a Halloween adventure with The Happy Pumpkin, or get ready for the festive season with The Grumpy Reindeer!

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This comprehensive, accessible, and authenticated guide to Islam is essential to understanding the world’s fastest-growing religion. This 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. Celebrating the scientific, literary, and artistic achievements of the Islamic Golden Age and the ideas of philosophers and theologians across the centuries, it opens a window on the Islamic world.Clear factual writing offers insight into terms like Sharia law, the Caliphate, and jihad; Sunni and Shia divisions; and Sufi poetry and music. Images of Islamic art, architecture, calligraphy, and historical artifacts illustrate the articles while the Big Ideas’ trademark diagrams and flowcharts explore and explain the central tenets of Islam, such as prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of religion, with:- A complete chapter to The Koran and its unchanging message.- Celebrates the scientific and literary achievements of the Islamic Golden Age.- Features a directory of eminent Islamic thinkers, writers, scientists, and clerics, and a glossary of key religious terms.Your Religion Questions, Simply Explained.Modern issues such as fundamentalism are discussed in context alongside the work of peaceful traditionalists, modernizers, and women's rights campaigners, among others. Packed with inspiring quotations and bold illustrations, The Islam Book is an invaluable source of information both for members of one of the world’s major religions and readers looking for a clear unbiased guide to the meaning of this faith. The Big Ideas SeriesThe 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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Teach yourself Japanese in just 12 weeks with this fun-filled language course. DK’s 15 Minute Language is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Japanese fast. The 12 themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons spanning a range of practical themes, including leisure, business, food and drink, travel, and shopping. Each lesson combines vocabulary and grammar essentials with attractive full-color images, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new Japanese vocabulary. There is no writing or homework – you simply use the cover flaps to hide the answers to exercises and test yourself as you learn. Each chapter ends with a review module, so you can track your progress and identify areas where you need further practice.Fancy becoming a pro at the language? Then get stuck in to discover: -Annotated photographic scenes and word lists make it easy to learn and remember new vocabulary.12 fun chapters, each designed to take a week to master, providing an easy-to-follow structure for new learners.-Easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word, plus a dictionary and menu guide at the back of the book.-Regular review modules to help you track progress and assess how well you have learned the vocabulary in each chapterThe course includes a free audio app that lets you hear Japanese words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book’s easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practice Japanese conversation in real-life situations. Whether you’re a complete beginner or just need a refresher course, there’s no easier way to learn Japanese than with 15 Minute X Japanese.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? Learn more languages with DK’s 15 minute guides to French, Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic, and more!

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Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness World War I explores one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century.Become an eyewitness to the first conflict fought on a global scale in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of World War One. Made in collaboration with The Imperial War Museum, children will be mesmerized by learning about the world-changing events that led to the start of the conflict.This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into life in the muddy trenches and what it was like to be a soldier, along with a broader picture of the events that took place causing the war to start. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations of warfare, weaponry, vehicles, maps, and secret documents, this is an eyewitness view of the conflict dubbed the “the war to end all wars”.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on the First World War, 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 World War I introduces the ultimate guide to the first global conflict, with more than 250 photographs illustrating the people, places and stories of the war. Children can learn all about military vehicles and tank warfare, the first ever gas attacks used during a war and Armistice and peace after four years of fighting. This all-encompassing guide to World War One is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, learn the incredible systems that keep your body functioning with Eyewitness Human Body, or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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Explore the wonderful world of plants and fungi, with everything from cacti and carnivorous plants to trees, flowers, and mushrooms.Why are flowers colorful 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!

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This edition does not include a minifigure nor accessories.Help a Rebel Trooper build her way back to the planet Hoth in this LEGO Star Wars adventure! Make a hoverboard to zip through the asteroid field. Escape the jaws of a sarlacc with a treat dispenser. Build a mech suit to make it through the bogs of Dagobah and much more as you help stranded Rebel Trooper Kori Zaran build her way back to the safety of the Rebel base on Hoth.It will take some quick thinking and creative LEGO building skills to get Zaran through space and across the different planets in the Star Wars galaxy. Get ready to grab your LEGO collection and build your way through this adventure. Including plenty of building tips and inspirational photos, build yourself an adventure as you save the day.©2023 The LEGO Group

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This lift-the-flap book encourages interactivity and introduces children to incredible facts about a variety of subjects.Little learners can discover fun facts and information about their favorite subject on every page with this interactive lift-the-flap book series. Simple, age-appropriate questions are accompanied by lift-the-flaps which reveal the answer.My Very Important Lift the Flap Book: Vehicles and Things That Go will transport children aged 3-5 to all sorts of wonderful locations, including cities, a park, a harbor, a construction site, and more. As they explore and lift the flaps on each page, little ones can reveal fun facts about cars, trucks, bikes, boats, trains, and much more!This exciting lift-the-flap book for kids offers:- Fun facts and information about different types of vehicles for children aged 3-5.- Visually exciting pages with fun, colorful illustrations and photographs that are appealing and age-appropriate for kids.- An interactive learning experience through lifting the flaps and revealing information and images.- Large and sturdy flaps which are safe for little hands to grab and lift.Children will love to lift and learn, developing their fine motor skills through tactile elements on every page whilst learning new facts about their favorite things. More than 75 flaps reveal the answers to facts that children can have fun guessing, or they can learn by lifting and revealing.

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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 favorite 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?

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Inspira jóvenes curiosos a explorar el impacto del gobierno a lo largo de la historia de la nación y cómo es la vida en EE. UU. hoy en día: Parte de una serie inspirante que apoya el aprendizaje acerca del gobierno y el civismo en un EE. UU. contemporáneo a través de eventos históricos y las personas que formaron los mismos. Crear leyes interconecta contexto,personalidades y eventos históricos y las experiencias de estadounidenses modernos. Ayudará los estudiantes a entender temas claves de estudios sociales, como los orígenes de instituciones y valores de EE. UU. y la relevancia que tienen a las vidas de jóvenes hoy. El libro explora el impacto del gobierno en la vida diaria, incluyendo cobrar impuestos, seguridad, proteger los derechos de ciudadanos, organizar y proveer servicios. La autora explica la función de otras entidades, como el gobierno estatal. Temas y eventos históricos incluyen ejemplos de varias funciones del gobierno: seguridad en tiempos de guerra, prestación de servicios y ayudando a los más necesitados.

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Discover the wonders of our incredible Universe.This fun, fact-filled book is brimming with exciting outdoor experiments to help budding astronomers aged 9+ explore the secrets of space. Using household items, combine astronomy with art and craft by launching your own rocket, build a moon lander to learn how astronauts touch down safely on the moon’s surface, and make a pinhole camera to observe a solar eclipse.Packed with photography, easy-to-follow instructions, and attention to detail, Space Activity Lab will make young astronomers excited from the get-go! Each of the super-fun make-and-do projects in this book comes with simple step-by-step photographs and instructions that will inspire children’s imagination and reveal some of the secrets of space.This children’s craft book on space offers: - 19 hands-on projects that appeals to kids aged 9+.- Materials easily found around the home with no specialist equipment needed.- Information boxes full of fascinating facts and panel stories that explain the science throughout the book.- A clear explanation how STEM is involved in creating the project or the results of the experiment.Perfect for kids who are interested in STEM, Space Activity Lab features projects that explore everything from the Solar System to meteorites and from the Milky Way to moon buggies. Design your own orrery to understand how planets orbit the Sun, create a cardboard model to explore the phases of the moon, and for when darkness falls, there’s a starfinder section that shows you how to spot incredible constellations in the night sky, from The Plough to Orion.More in the seriesThe Activity Lab series inspires children to get hands-on with learning by creating exciting STEM projects in their favorite subject. If you liked Space Activity Lab, then why not try Dinosaur Activity Lab for budding palaeontologists, Cardboard Activity Lab for eco-friendly recycling fun, or Great STEM Projects experiments for all budding scientists?

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Learn all the essential facts about bugs with over 100 mind-boggling activities that make learning easy and fun.How do some insects glow in the dark? Why do spiders spin webs? How do bees make honey? Brain Booster Bugs covers all these questions and more! Children will have fun learning through doing, with dozens of different activity types to fully engage with and explore the world of minibeasts.Kids aged 8–12 will be occupied for hours as they pore over the information-packed pages in this creepy crawlies book and tackle the wide range of puzzles and activities – including mazes and tangles, code-breakers, matching games, anagrams, word searches, logic games, classification and identification games, quizzes, sudoku, odd one out, drawing, and coloring. This exciting bug book for children includes: - Detailed, high-quality illustrations and photography alongside immersive text to engage children with learning.- Fascinating facts and information with write-in exercises and activities inspiring children to truly understand and interact with different types of insects.- Over 100 fun activities and puzzles to help children learn and test their knowledge.- In-depth information on pollination, habitats, and how it all works.This insect book for kids is filled with fascinating facts, detailed illustrations, and over 100 write-in activities and puzzles to keep budding entomologists busy, and to inspire children to engage with minibeasts. Designed to support teachers and educators around the world, these books are ideal for supplementing your child's education at home.About the seriesBrain Booster is a brand new series of interactive, educational activity books combining accessible information with engaging activities and puzzles. Designed to support teachers, educators, and parents around the world, Brain Booster books are ideal for supplementing your child’s education at home.

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This is the ultimate guide for any football fan who wants to know everything about the “beautiful game" – from World Cup winners to football skills and techniques.Whether you are a keen player, a lifelong supporter, or an armchair football manager, this book illustrates every aspect of the most popular sport in the world. The Soccer Book reveals the story behind the game – from the history of the sport to the results of the Qatar 2022 Men’s World Cup, and the build-up to the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.Discover everything there is to know on football with this fantastic guide, featuring:- A fresh graphic style illustrates everything from beach football to block tackles.- Stats and fact boxes profile players, managers, fans, national teams, and club.- Special features highlight great matches, stadiums, and football culture.- “Top 5” boxes provide an alternative look at the best and worst of the gameBold step-by-step artworks and jargon-free text profile the roles of players, equipment, team formations, strategies, and individual skills, while maps, quotes, and statistics give you all of the key facts on national teams, famous club sides, and iconic players, as well as the greatest competitions around the world.

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

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

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Packed with stunning photography, Eyewitness Planets explores Earth’s neighborhood, space and the Solar System.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of outer space, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of Earth and its neighborhood with this spectacular planetary guide. Children will be mesmerized by this eyewitness view from Mercury to Neptune, of the rocky planets, gas giants, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other bodies that make up our Solar System.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the secrets of space, examining the latest space exploration equipment, and the scientists behind discoveries both ancient and new. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover where comets come from, learn why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on planets, you can expect to find: - A fresh 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 Planets introduces the ultimate guide to our Earth’s neighbors, exploring the bodies that make up our Solar System. Children can learn about the Asteroid Belt that runs between Mars and Jupiter filled with small pieces of rock that were left over from when the planets were forming, the icy rings of Saturn and the many moons of Jupiter. This all-emcompassing Solar System guide 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. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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

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

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Learn vocabulary with 100 flash cards introducing animal words, perfect for children learning English as a first or second language.Make learning new vocabulary fun with this pack of 105 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Young learners of English will be captivated and engaged by the dynamic, visual approach that sets English for Everyone Junior apart from other language materials for children. English for Everyone Junior First Words Animals Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak English. Each beautifully illustrated card features animage plus an essential animal word, and on the reverse of the card, just the image is shownso children can test their knowledge.Interactive and engaging, these animal flash cards for kids include: - 105 beautifully illustrated flash cards for young children who are learning English either as a first or second language.- Essential words covering a range of creatures, from wild animals to farm animals, and sea animals to birds and bugs.- Five bonus cards with handy suggestions for fun, educational activities and games to play with the cards.- Words from the Cambridge Starters, Movers, and Flyers vocabulary syllabus.- A sturdy, laminated cardboard design, so these flash cards are suitable for young hands to play with again and again.The perfect accompaniment to English for Everyone Junior: My First English Dictionary, these first words flashcards are suitable for children who are learning English as a first or second language. They can be used at home with a parent or tutor, or by teachers looking to introduce new words, and are the perfect companion for children who have recently begun to learn or study English.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?If you like English for Everyone Junior: First Words Animals Flash Cards, then why not try English for Everyone Junior: My First English Dictionary and English for Everyone Junior: First Words, Colors, Shapes and Numbers, as part of the widely successful English for Everyone Junior series, which has sold more than two million copies in over 90 countries.

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More than 250 trivia questions for curious minds!What is the largest butterfly known in the world? What is the purpose of a shell? What is a monkey’s “fifth limb”? Find out in this quiz book, packed with questions and facts about animals. Challenge yourself, your family, and friends with awesome questions based on the award-winning online Kahoot! games. Answer the questions, keep score, and declare the winner. Scan the QR codes throughout the book to find more cool quizzes on the same topics within Kahoot! and test your knowledge further. Go for gold and make learning awesome!

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

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the four seasons with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Pre-Level: Seasons will introduce kids to each season in turn—including fun facts about the weather, the wildlife, and the activities within each—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:- Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.- Building knowledge while progressing key Grades Pre-K and K reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as seasons, weather, and nature.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the Common Core Standards. Children will love powering up their nonfiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Pre-level titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts, and introduce children to the wonderful world of nonfiction. Perfect to help children ages 3 to 5 (Grades Pre-K and K) who are ready to enter the world of reading.

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

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

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Learn how to help save our planet. Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about how we could help Earth by saving energy - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Save Energy, Save Earth is a beautifully designed reader all about where energy comes from and how we can use it more carefully - you will never leave a light on again! The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about what energy is and how they can change how they use it to help save Earth.

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

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Join a butterfly on her lifecycle, from egg to mother. Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the lifecycle of a beautiful butterfly - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Becoming a Butterfly is a beautifully designed reader all about a butterfly’s incredible lifecycle, from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis before emerging as a beautiful butterfly.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the amazing journey from egg to butterfly.

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Join a butterfly on her lifecycle, from egg to mother. Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the lifecycle of a beautiful butterfly - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Becoming a Butterfly is a beautifully designed reader all about a butterfly’s incredible lifecycle, from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis before emerging as a beautiful butterfly.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the amazing journey from egg to butterfly.

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