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What would Taylor do?Songwriting genius, poised performer, warm-hearted friend—we’d all love to be a bit more like Taylor Swift. This brilliant guide will show you how. Whether it is standing up for yourself and your friends, opening your heart to love, or refusing to let others write your reputation, these life lessons will help you shake off your troubles and become folklore for Swifties everywhere.Containing advice on love, friendship, overcoming fears, being yourself, and finding creative inspiration, Be More Taylor Swift is the perfect gift for Taylor Swift fans.

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Explore spectacular visual timelines that tell the story of science, from fossils to quantum physics, and discover exactly how science has changed the world - one discovery at a time.SI Timelines of Science takes you on an astonishing journey through history, showing how dedication, disasters, and eureka moments have brought us antibiotics, electricity, space exploration, and so much more!Packed with fascinating facts, amazing images, and some seriously staggering science, this science history book shows how thousands of years of human endeavor have expanded our knowledge and shaped our lives. Find out why the fruitless search for a potion of eternal life led to the birth to chemistry. See how the invention of magnifying lenses opened new windows into the cosmos and microcosmos. And learn how happy accidents led to the discovery of X-rays, batteries, pulsars, and even the big bang.Dive deep into the pages of this sublime science book to discover: Timeline features show how scientific ideas developed over time Easy-to-read explanations of general science topics, such as the life cycle of a star or the history of Earth’s changing climate Supporting boxes explain modern scientific concepts, adding educational value and aiding understanding Feature spreads highlight specific breakthroughs, with the story presented as running text in a newspaper-style layout Biographies showcase the lives of key men and women who reshaped scientific thought SI Timelines of Science is not just about science – it’s also a book about people! The stories of discovery are told through the lives of extraordinary men and women who often dared to challenge conventional wisdom in their trailblazing pursuit of scientific truth. Filled with dazzling illustrations, spectacular photography, and easy-to-follow storytelling, Timelines of Science is guaranteed to capture the imagination of children and adults of all ages and abilities.A must-have volume for children 9+ interested in science, technology, and invention, doubling up as the perfect gift to for budding scientists, SI Timelines of Science is sure to delight.

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Help your little one learn all the key life skills that they need with this new series of books all about preparing little ones for school.There’s so much to learn when it comes to staying healthy – from how to wash your hands properly, to learning how to keep calm, remembering what foods are good for you – and a whole bunch ofother things too. But don’t panic! This first experiences book for children is a great way to encourage independence and responsibility. Help guide little ones along the way by teaching them the skills needed to look after themselves and keep in tip-top condition. This book makes learning their new routine fun and easy.This delightful child development book is perfect for kids aged 3-5 years old. You’ll find:- Important skills to become self-sufficient explained in a fun gentle way- Lots of important facts and practises around staying healthy alongside vibrant illistrations- Encourages children to practice their new skills and try out what they are learning in the real world- Includes a handy “staying healthy” checklist at the back of the book!- A fun and interactive way for parents to introduce the new routine for children starting nursery schoolChildren can start to learn what foods are good for them, why it’s important to wash, and key table manners. This exciting board book helps children put these new skills into practise, and try out what they are learning in the real world. Complete the seriesDK's This is How We series is an exciting range of early learning books for preschoolers that explain key concepts, first experiences and life skills. Look out for This is How We Make Friends, This is How We Get Ready, and This is How We Stay Safe to help your little ones grow confident to move about in the wider world.

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A visually stimulating practice book to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's CourseEnglish for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Practice Book is a clearly structured and beautifully illustrated workbook for children ages 6-9, which offers extra practice for those beginning their journey of learning English as a foreign language. Following the same unit-by-unit structure as English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this workbook provides your child with all the support they need to build their confidence when using the language skills they have learned in the course book. Featuring hundreds of exercises, this practice book tests all the vocabulary and grammar structures taught within English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, making use of a range of both familiar and new exercise mechanisms.Although best used to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this practice book can also be used independently by children or teachers who are in need of additional beginner-level English practice exercises. English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Practice Book's dynamic visual approach to language learning makes it stand out from the competition.

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Kickstart your creativity and create a masterpiece with step-by-step workshops and advice from professional artists.Whether you want to try your hand at drawing for the first time or fine-tune your artistic skills, Artist's Drawing Techniques is for you. Learn how to work with charcoal, pen, and pastels and discover everything you need to know about tone, colour, texture, line-work, and composition with detailed advice for beginner, intermediate, and advanced artists.Fully illustrated, step-by-step workshops from professional artists guide you through more than 80 drawing techniques including cross-hatching, stippling, blending, and masking. All techniques are accompanied by inspiring exercises and projects to try at home to help you develop your skills, discover your own style, and grow as an artist.Master every aspect of drawing with this essential guide, from choosing a subject to mounting your first piece. Whatever your level of expertise, you can learn to draw with confidence - and perhaps create a masterpiece (or two) along the way.

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Packed with striking photography and the topics kids love most, this is the fundamental guide to the world around you.The world's greatest record-breakers, most remarkable animals, inspiring history-makers, and cutting-edge technology are all here, in one utterly unputdownable kid's encyclopedia.Like the hugely successful Eyewitness series itself, Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything includes all the topics children want to read about. Each page is illustrated with vivid photography and filled with facts ideal for children aged 9+.This fact-packed encyclopedia for children offers: - Content across the core subjects of nature, science, technology, history, and culture, tackling each topic in an engaging, attention-grabbing way.- Exciting photography, over 1,500 images and a clear design, familiar from the refreshed Eyewitness series.- Facts and stats, quizzes, and interviews with experts - from astronauts to zoologists - who answer kid's questions about what they do and why they love it.Become an eyewitness to the world's most incredible nature, science, and historical events, all in one tremendous picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of everything.Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything introduces the essential guide to the world's most deadly creatures and natural wonders, history's heroes and villains, and science's most incredible breakthroughs and inventions, all as you've never seen them before.This all-encompassing encyclopedia for kids is packed with the topics kids love the most and is a must-have for children who want to know more.

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This landmark photographic encyclopedia of the animal kingdom is revised with new species, images, and the latest scientific knowledge on all things animal!DK's Animal features stunning wildlife photography of more than 2,000 of the world's most important wild mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects, and other invertebrates, written by 70 natural history specialists. Each animal species comes with a description, photo, distribution map, and statistics, including its conservation status. Whilst also explaining animal biology in beautiful visual detail, Animal contains a chapter of portraits of the different types of environment that animals inhabit. For anyone who wants a reliable and enthralling reference, in which you can find the answers to everything - from why zebras are striped to how the sunbear got its name - this awe-inspiring animal book is your go-to guide!Step inside the pages of this amazing animal encyclopedia:- A visual catalogue containing descriptions of over 2,000 animal species, with distribution maps and striking photos.- Each catalogue is organised into taxa (the groups of related species that scientists use to classify animals). Each taxon has an introduction explaining which animals belong to the group and what they have in common.- Researched, written, and authenticated by a team of over 70 zoologists and naturalists from around the globe.- Introductory chapter describes animal biology in beautiful visual detail.- Habitats chapter provides visual portraits of the different types of environment that animals inhabit.A must-have volume for animal lovers of all ages, whether you're a habitual viewer of wildlife documentaries, or an enthusiastic visitor of zoos and safari parks, Animal has something for everyone to explore and love, and is sure to delight!

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Discover an all-in-one encyclopedia that takes you on an explanatory tour of the world from your own body to outer space.Have you ever wondered how an email gets to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds or why it's a bad idea to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm? Discover the answers to all these questions and more with this mind-boggling how things work books for children!Each page of this mind-blowingly detailed and ambitious encyclopedia will guide you through the natural world and the technology that surrounds you. Giant, page-filling illustrations take objects apart - or take the roofs and walls off buildings - to show you how they work, explaining both basic principles, such as photosynthesis, as well as broader concepts, like how all the living things in a rainforest interact. Explore each and every page of this engaging how things work book to discover:- Key insights into both the natural and human worlds- Striking photography that brings certain concepts to life- A diverse range of chapters coinciding with STEM subjects at school In this how things work encyclopedia, topics range from the human body, to planet Earth, sleep patterns to cooking, sewage systems, wind farms, fungi spores, plate tectonics and more! How Everything Works is perfect for children studying STEM subjects at school or anyone who is simply curious about how nature and the modern world work.

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Take a guided tour through history and discover the most precious, iconic, and celebrated objects ever created.Revered, admired, and protected - every country and culture has certain artefacts that are prized above all others. Cultural Treasures of the World brings together more than 200 of these objects, exploring the fascinating and unique stories behind each of them.From the Bust of Nefertiti to the Benin Bronzes, and the Altamira cave paintings to Van Gogh's Sunflowers, these artefacts and artworks are revered for their beauty, artistry, or historical significance - and often all three at once. Discover how and why they were created, unravel the hidden meanings and symbolism they contain, and learn about the cultural legacy they have left behind.So what are you waiting for? Dive into this awe-inspiring history of art book to explore: - An immersive "visual tour" approach, combining stunning photography with accessible text and annotation- Feature boxes on cultural influences, symbolism, and technique offer additional context- Covers a wide range of regions, periods, and media - including sculpture, painting, jewellery, tapestry, rock art, documents, sacred objects, and moreA treasure trove of human creativity that offers a fresh and unforgettable new perspective on civilisations and societies, Cultural Treasures of the World is the perfect gift for gallery- and museum-lovers, and armchair travellers everywhere. Doubling up as a great coffee table book, Cultural Treasures of the World combines stunning photography with detailed annotation to highlight key elements of technique, artistry, and symbolism, making this museum in a book perfect for anyone with an interest in art, history and culture alike.

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An essential gift for every history buff, this boldly illustrated book maps out the events that have shaped our world - from the dawn of human civilization to the present day.A comprehensive and accessible guide to the history of human civilisation, World History profiles everything from the emergence of Homo Sapiens to the Greek and Roman empires, through Chinese dynasties, the rise of the Vikings, and the Renaissance, to the Industrial Revolution and World War I and II. Offering a concise and insightful overview of key historical milestones that have occurred over the course of the last century, the book also covers more recent events such as the rise of ISIS, the Arab Spring, and Brexit and populism in the Western world.

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Explore the long and rich history of China's great dynasties.From the clans and legends of prehistory to the last Qing emperor, this book brings China's imperial history to life through its pivotal events, political forces, and powerful people, in a stunning collaboration between British and Chinese publishing houses. Covering more than 5,000 years of history and featuring images of artefacts not previously seen outside of China, this definitive visual guide will captivate readers with the key events that shaped Chinese history and laid the foundations of the modern nation. Starting with prehistory and early humans, Imperial China sets the scene for the arrival of China's first dynasty, and reveals how the warring states of early China gave birth to the emperor-led dynasties - and China's long imperial age. With illuminating features on important historical figures, cultural achievements, and philosophy - such as the rise of Confucianism and the silk and tea trades - Imperial China explores how the Chinese empire flourished and declined over the course of two millennia - from the unifying "first emperor" of the Qin and the golden ages of Tang and Song, to the final fall of the Manchu Qing dynasty. With stunning photography of art and artefacts to bring key events to life, this exquisite and comprehensive history is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about China's extraordinary heritage.

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Packed with all the core curriculum topics, this physics book for kids 12+ is the perfect support for home and school learning.Breaking down the information into easy, manageable chunks, Super Simple Physics covers everything from atoms to astronomy and forces to flotation. Each topic is fully illustrated, to support the information, make the facts crystal clear, and bring the science to life. For key ideas, a "How it works" panel explains the theory with the help of bright, simple graphics. And for revision, a handy "Key facts" box provides a simple summary you can check back on later.With clear, concise coverage of all the core physics topics, Super Simple Physics is the perfect accessible guide to science for children, will support classwork, and make studying for exams the easiest it's ever been.

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Learn about the greatest works of literature, and the lives of those who wrote them in The Literature 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 Literature in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Literature 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 Literature, with:- More than 100 ground-breaking ideas on major literary works- 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 Literature Book is the perfect introduction to masterpieces from the world's greatest authors, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject, and literature students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here you'll discover more than 100 articles exploring landmark novels, short stories, plays, and poetry that reinvented the art of writing in their time.Your Literature Questions, Simply ExplainedFrom the Iliad to The Great Gatsby, embark on a fascinating, graphic-led journey through the greatest works of poetry and prose. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the fictional masterpieces of our time and the literary geniuses behind them, The Literature Book presents key information in a clear layout. From Modernism to Shakespearean, Realism to Romanticism, discover the literary movements through superb mind maps and step-by-step summaries.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Literature 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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Have fun at the farm with tractors and farm animals in this lift-the-flap and pop-up board book for babies...Both children and parents will enjoy playing hide and seek to discover cuddly and exciting characters: Farmer Fred is looking for his big, red tractor; Scarecrow is waiting for the big combine harvester; and Jim Farm Cat is up to mischief in the yellow tractor. This early learning lift-the-flap book is ideal for preschool and hands-on play. Rhyming text encourages early word recognition, and the colorful pop-up peekaboo surprises help develop imagination and memory skills. This sturdy baby book will appeal to both parents and children and will keep little ones entertained again and again!

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An interactive touch and feel book for babies that inspires hands-on learning and helps your baby learn their numbers. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Baby Touch and Feel: Counting is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colourful 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 Mum 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 labelled 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 teethLearning 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 Colours and Shapes, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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Introduce your child to the world of learning and satisfy their thirst for knowledge!Packed with fun subjects that children will be familiar with, such as games, sports, pets, food we eat, seasons, and weather. This children's knowledge book is a must-have addition to every family library!Does your little one have big questions about the world we live in? This fully updated kid's encyclopedia from DK has all the answers! It includes:- Clear and simple text, with modern additions, and definitions- A wide range of subject areas to keep young minds stimulated- Valuable teaching aid for parents and teachers with helpful notes included- Builds knowledge and vocabulary, and introduces key features of non-fiction reading- Arranged in order to parallel a child's developing curiosity and interestsThis illustrated encyclopedia is perfect for curious children aged 4-7 years! It is sorted into themes to make finding information and learning new things quick and easy. The clear text is perfect for parents to read aloud or for beginner readers to read themselves. There is no better starting block for learning than with My First Encyclopedia! Packed with fascinating facts and modernised content, plus a mixture of bold new photography and specifically tailored illustrations, the design and layout are guaranteed to capture a child's imagination. It is the perfect gift for young children who are not afraid to ask why.My First Encyclopedia is part of the wonderfully revised reference book series from DK. There are more titles to discover! Packed with colourful pictures and clear definitions, let My First Dictionary help your child perfect their As, Bs and Cs in no time.

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Explore the universe with this space book for kids! Visit the planets, stop off at the Moon and gaze at the stars in the galaxies.Fully interactive, the incredible DK Pop-Up and Pull-Out Space Book features a spectacular 3D pop-up solar system scene, pull-out pages, and is packed with fun quizzes and facts. The children's book visits each of the eight planets in turn: Mercury, Venus, our own planet Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, and calls in at the Moon, too! It also looks at the Milky Way and explores the origin of the planets and our place in the universe.This fantastic stars and planets book for kids is a must for every budding astronomer or astronaut.

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An interactive touch and feel book for babies with creatures, beasts and read-aloud text! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Wild Animals is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colourful wild 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 an exciting selection of wild animals, from sticky frogs to smooth dolphins! 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 Mum 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 lizard's sparkly skin, the lion's hairy mane, and the koala's furry body. 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 Bedtime, Baby Touch and Feel Mermaid, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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An interactive touch and feel 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: Truck is an interactive and fun way to help your child discover shapes, textures, and brand new words - as well as enjoy their favourite trucks!. Bold, bright pictures and colourful 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 Mum 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 labelled 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 teethLearning 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 Colours and Shapes, and more for your little one to enjoy!

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This ultimate animal sticker book, filled with amazing creatures, is great for children who love nature books. With over 60 reusable stickers, you can stick a snake on a suitcase, paste a pig on your notebook, or fasten a furry lemur on your folder. Packed with fun facts and interesting information for budding biologists, children can expand their knowledge and get creative with this animal activity book. Children can discover all sorts of different animals, from favourites, such as lions, to more unusual animals, such as the ocelot. Find out how long a hippopotamus can stay underwater, what a female elephant is called, and how sand cats stop themselves sinking in the desert. With a mixture of photographs and illustrations each colourful sticker captures the creature's individual character.With stickers that can be reused and moved, the Animal Ultimate Sticker Book is a perfect book for children aged 5 to 7 fascinated by wildlife and the natural world.

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"This tractor-shaped board book on wheels is ready to drive around the farm!With a different type of tractor to learn about on each page and real wheels that spin, this is the perfect children's book for little ones who love things that go. Children will love looking at the high-quality pictures of different tractors that work on the farm, from forklifts, to loaders, to collecting grain with a trailer. With sturdy pages and wheels that it can be pushed around on, this preschool book is guaranteed to appeal to little hands and be read again and again."

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Quick, easy-to-use and a perfect size to fit in your pocket. Organized by subjects such as everyday phrases, hotels, travelling around and includes an extensive menu section. Uses a simple and effective system of imitated pronunciation.

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A fun, pocket-sized interactive pop-up book that inspires hands-on learning with the help of farm animals! 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, Pocket Pop-Up Peekaboo: Farm provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of farmyard fun. Journey through the farm and find all the barnyard animals here!Babies and toddlers will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: one spotty moo cow, one galloping horse, three pink piggies, one bounding sheepdog and one cluck cluck chicken! Vocabulary about farmyard friends are carefully woven throughout, making this board book a fun and easy story about the farm. Inside the pages of this adventure pop-up book, you’ll find:- A compact, handy pocket-sized format - ideal for taking on the go.- Hands-on play elements that builds all-round learning skills.- Look-and-find peekaboo games that reward curiosity.- Rhythmic, read-aloud text that aids language development.- Rounded edges and chunky board book pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth!This pocket 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 little ones remember the new words they are learning for early language development. This interactive book for 0-3-year-olds helps teach young children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups helps toddlers learn motor control for improved dexterity.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. Wander around the garden and discover lifecycles with Pop-Up Peekaboo! Garden, 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 much more! Try our other pocket-sized editions too, Pocket Pop-Up Peekaboo! Baby Dinosaur, Pocket Pop-Up Peekaboo! Bedtime and Pocket Pop-Up Peekaboo! Farm.

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This intricate visual celebration of the world's most celebrated composers tells the fascinating stories of their lives and works.Whether you have an interest in classical music and opera or you are a music student or musician, this book would be great for you. Composers Who Changed History places well-known composers in their historical and cultural context, allowing you to see how they came to influence music. In this edition, you can find: -An overview of the lives and works of around 80 of the world's most important composers - from the Middle Ages to the present-Eight pages of brand-new content with 12 new entries, including Joseph Bologne and Margaret Bonds-Lavishly illustrated with portraits of each composer, alongside photographs of their homes and studios, and original musical scores and personal correspondenceEach composer is Introduced with a realistic portrait and biographical entries which trace the friendships, loves, and rivalries that inspired and influenced them. Composers Who Changed History provides revealing insights into what drove each individual to create the musical masterpieces - symphonies, concertos and operatic scores - that changed the direction of classical music. Making the perfect gift for any classical music enthusiast or musician.

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

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

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

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

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Understanding nutrition has never been easier.Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Nutrition is the perfect introduction for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.Covering a range of topics - from a healthy gut and the essential function of vitamins and minerals, to the pros and cons of plant-based diets, and the reasons why highly processed foods tend to be less good for us - each entry provides a clear and simple explanation of all of the key aspects of nutrition.Organized thematically, and enriched with eye-catching infographics, the book draws on the latest research in the field, providing a reliable and up-to-date point of entry into the subject.Whether you are studying nutrition at school or college, want to better understand how different diets work, or are looking for a jargon-free overview of the subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a baby lemon shark growing up at sea with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: Life of a Baby Lemon Shark will introduce kids to a baby lemon shark - including facts about its ocean habitat, its appearance, and how it hunts for food - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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 non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction 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 Years 1 to 3 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as sharks, sea creatures, and ocean life.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a non-fiction world of amazing facts. Perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Year 1, 2 and 3) who are beginning to read with help.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the different human senses with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Pre-Level: Five Senses will introduce kids to the five senses and how they help us to discover the world around us - including seeing, hearing, tasting, touching, and smelling - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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 non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction 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 Reception and Early Learners reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as the five senses, the human body, and the world around us.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum Standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction 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 non-fiction. Perfect to help children ages 3 to 5 (Reception and Early Learners) who are ready to enter the world of reading.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about different fossils and what they tell us about life millions of years ago - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Fossils is a beautifully designed reader all about the preserved remains of incredible dinosaurs, insects, footprints and even poo! The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the fighting dinosaurs, insects preserved in amber, and fossilised poo!

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the different big machines on a building site - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Mega Machines is a beautifully designed reader all about building a school, with lots of exciting big machines like bulldozers and dump trucks to enjoy! The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about how mega machines help to turn a muddy site into a brand new school!

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This beautiful book brings you the very best of art throughout history - using a truly innovative timeline-led approach. Savour iconic paintings such as Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper and Monet's Waterlilies, and discover less well-known artists, styles, and movements the world over - from Indigenous Australian art to the works of Ming-era China. And explore recurring themes, such as love and religion, and important genres from Romanesque to Conceptual art, along the way. Timelines of Art provides detailed analysis of the works of key artists, showing details of their technique - such as Leonardo's use of light and shade. It tells the story of avant-garde works like Manet's Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe (Lunch on the Grass), which scandalised society, and it traces how certain artists, genres or movements informed the works of others - showing how the Impressionists were inspired by Gustave Courbet, for example, or how Van Gogh was influenced by Japanese prints.Comprehensive, accessible, and lavishly illustrated throughout, Timelines of Art is an essential guide to the pantheon of world art, so dive straight into discover: - An overview of each movement, including the social and cultural background of the period, grounds the works of art in the spirit of their times.- Turning-point paintings that triggered or epitomised each artistic movement are identified and explained, against a backdrop of influences - the technical advances, admired techniques of an earlier artist, and changes in society that enabled new directions in art.- Glossary of technical terms and comprehensive index help make this an indispensable work of reference for any art-lover.Timelines of Art is the perfect art history book for students of art and/or history, proving ideal for families, schools and libraries and doubling up as a great gift for the art lover in your life.

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Teach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun, user-friendly, and uniquely visual language course. DK's 15 Minute German is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. Twelve themed chapters are broken down into five daily 15-minute lessons with an easy-to-follow structure and 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 illustrations, annotated images, and simple pronunciation guides for every word, making it quick, easy, and fun to learn new German 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.The course includes a fully redesigned free audio app that enables you to hear German words and phrases spoken by native speakers. Use the app alongside the book's easy-to-use pronunciation guides to perfect your pronunciation and practise German conversation in real-life situations. Whether you're a complete beginner or just in need of a refresher course, there's no easier way to learn German than with 15 Minute German.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about some incredible horse heroes - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Horse Heroes is a beautifully designed reader all about some of the world's fastest, cleverest or most helpful horses.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about sharks, from the whale shark to one that glows in the dark - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Little Sharks Big Sharks is a beautifully designed reader all about fourteen different sharks, and what makes each one unique. Think you know sharks? Read on!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about the different sharks in our oceans, and what makes each unique.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about animal claws and compare them to your own fingers! A high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Claws is a beautifully designed reader taking a unique view of animals - by examining their claws!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about the biggest, the sharpest, and the deadliest claws - and also some just used for hanging up to sleep.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the exciting stories of the ancient Greek gods and goddesses - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Greek Myths is a beautifully designed reader all about some of the most famous Greek myths that still fascinate us today - the battles between good and evil, and the larger than life characters and their incredible adventures.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about some famous gods and goddesses and the stories told about their adventures.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about what it is like to live and work in space with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 3: Astronaut in Space will introduce kids to life on the International Space Station - including fun facts about how to become an astronaut, the journey to the ISS, and what it is like to live in space - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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 non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction 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 Years 4 and 5 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as space, astronauts, and the International Space Station.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum Standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 3 titles are visually engaging, full of fun facts about exciting topics, and motivate children to improve their non-fiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 8 to 10 (Year 4 and 5) who are newly independent readers ready to advance.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the Wright brothers, who changed our world by taking humans into the skies - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. First Flight is a beautifully designed reader all about the Wright brothers - from their childhood fascination with flying to taking to the skies in the Wright Flyer, and beyond.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about these inspiring inventors and flying heroes.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about animal life in the jungle, from anteaters to tigers - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Jungle Animals is a beautifully designed reader all about life in the jungle, from dazzling birds to bears and monkeys, from hairy tarantulas to jaguars and tigers.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about all the amazing birds, insects and animals in this fascinating habitat.

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Join Greedo, Boba Fett, Din Djarin, and other famous bounty hunters from the Star Wars galaxy in this fun sticker book. Includes more than 1,000 stickers!Entertaining sticker activities and fascinating facts make this book perfect for young Star Wars fans. Featuring popular characters from the entire Star Wars saga, including TV shows The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett with Din Djarin, Boba Fett, Fennec Shand, and Krrsantan - plus much-loved bounty hunters from the movies and animated TV series, including Bossk, Greedo, Asajj Ventress, Jango Fett, and IG-88.Check out Boba Fett's armour and learn about Cad Bane's dastardly adventures. Find out why Greedo is hunting Han Solo and discover fearsome bounty-hunter droids like 4-LOM and IG-11. Discover how the Mandalorian, Din Djarin, tracks down his targets and how he meets Grogu. All this and more are included in Star Wars: Bounty Hunters: The Ultimate Sticker Collection.© & ™ 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the colours in your world - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Colourful Days is a beautifully designed reader all about the colours around us, from white snow to red apples, pink flowers to green trees.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about the colours of the world, and search all around for the colours they can find.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about one of the world's favourite animals, the elephant, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Hope for the Elephants follows a young volunteer's time with elephants in India and Africa and introduces kids to everything they need to know about these much-loved animals - including where they live, why they are endangered, and what we can all do to help them - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction 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 Years 5 and 6 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as elephants, volunteering, and endangered animals.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum Standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction 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 non-fiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 9 to 11 (Year 5 and 6) who are confident readers ready for a challenge.

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Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the rainforest - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Into the Rainforest is a beautifully designed reader that will take you into this extraordinary habitat to discover what calls it home.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using so that children are set up to succeed.A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills.Children will love to find out about the unique wildlife of the rainforest.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about some of the world's most mysterious monsters with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: Beastly Tales will introduce kids to everything they need to know about famous mysterious monsters - including the Yeti, Bigfoot, and the Loch Ness Monster - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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 non-fiction: travelling 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 Year 5 and 6 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as mysterious monsters, the evidence for their existence, and people who claim to have seen them.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum Standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction 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 non-fiction reading skills. Perfect for children ages 9 to 11 (Year 5 and 6) who are confident readers ready for a challenge.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about beautiful pandas and their cubs with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 2: The Great Panda Tale follows the story of two cubs, from before birth to their first year, and helps kids to learn about how a zoo prepares for panda babies - from taking care of the panda mother to the arrival and lives of the tiny cubs - and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction 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 non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction 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 Years 3 and 4 reading skills.- Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as animals, zoos, and pandas.- Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled 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 National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction 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 (Year 3 and 4) beginning to read independently.

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