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Charles Dowding is the leading proponent of No Dig gardening with a huge following, borne out of more than 40 years of growing, analysing, and recommending. He is revered in the gardening world - Monty Don (BBC Gardeners' World presenter) says "Charles has become the guru of no-dig gardening. He's a really good grower, organic, and has fabulous produce."

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Windswept cliffs, breathtaking beaches, and vibrant cities: welcome to the stunning south of England. Whether you want to relax on the sandy shores of Cornwall, wander around London's famous museums or browse vintage shops in Brighton, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that this region has to offer.England's South Coast is awash with natural beauty, from the purple moors of Exmoor to the white cliffs of Dover. Dotted around this picturesque landscape are a vibrant array of cities, too, including historic Canterbury, quirky Bristol, and the arty paradise of St Ives.Our newly updated guide brings England's South Coast to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.Our updated 2023 travel guide brings England's South Coast to life. DK Eyewitness England's South Coast is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.Inside DK Eyewitness England's South Coast you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of England's South Coast's must-sees and hidden gems.- Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.- Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.- Colour-coded chapters to every part of England's South Coast, from London to Kent, Dorset to Cornwall.- Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.- Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently.- Covers: London, Kent and Sussex, Hampshire and Wiltshire, Dorset and SomersetDevon, Cornwall.Want the best of Cornwall and Devon in your pocket? Try our Top 10 Cornwall and Devon. Touring the country? Look out for DK Eyewitness Great Britain.About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

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The world's bestselling pocket guidesWith its staggering array of galleries, restaurants, theatres, parks and monuments, London offers an unrivalled union of the historic and the ultramodern.Make the most of your trip to England's vibrant capital with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that London has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside you'll find:Up-to-date information following the COVID-19 outbreak, insider tips and advice for staying safeTop 10 lists of London's must-sees, including Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Tate Modern, and the London Eye.London's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shoppingThemed lists, including the best churches, museums, music venues, places to eat and much moreEasy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a weekA laminated pull-out map of London, plus five full-colour area mapsDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on London's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness London.

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Master pre-school maths in just 10 minutes a day with the activities in this essential home-study workbook from Carol Vorderman. 10 Minutes a Day Maths is a homeschool learning resource for 3-5 year olds that teaches kids maths in bite-sized chunks. Children prefer to learn in short bursts, making this workbook from Carol Vorderman the perfect homeschool introduction to maths. Games and tests make learning fun, leading to maximum results in just 10 minutes a day.Topics include number practice, shapes, sizes, and patterns. The parents' notes section gives the answers, explains common pitfalls, and gives guidance on how to avoid them.10 Minutes a Day workbooks are the perfect at-home reinforcement for subjects learned in school. 10 Minutes a Day Maths supports National Curriculum at EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage).

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Travel back in time on a prehistoric journey to the world of the dinosaurs in this chapter book series! Dive into an exciting Jurassic world and travel back in time with the Dinosaur Club. These character-driven dinosaur books explore different dinosaur species through a thrilling adventure story. Meet Jamie, a member of the Dinosaur Club. They are a network of kids around the world who love to share dinosaur knowledge, help identify fossils, post dino discoveries, and chat about all things prehistoric. Jamie has just moved to Ammonite Bay, a stretch of coastline famous for its fossils. He is busy exploring when he discovers some dinosaur footprints and is transported back to the time of the dinosaurs! It sounds like Jamie needs some help from the Dinosaur Club when he comes face-to-face with the king of the dinosaurs - the fearsome T. rex! This collection of exciting dinosaur stories features:- An introduction to core nonfiction to children who prefer stories, but are packed with exciting dinosaur facts.- Beautifully illustrated line art accompanied by expertly written text.- Reference pages to build upon all dinosaur fans’ knowledge about these fascinating prehistoric creatures.- All the latest dinosaur information and up-to-date discoveries.- Reference material that reinforces the narrative, including timelines, quizzes, fact files, and glossaries.Dinosaur Club: On the Trail of a T. rex will take your child on a Jurassic adventure as they learn about the T. rex dinosaur species through fun facts, timelines and quizzes. Children will love to learn about the prehistoric world with the Dinosaur Club collection of character-driven adventure stories for fans aged 5-7 years old. More in the seriesAt DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like Dinosaur Club: On the Trail of a T. rex, then you’ll love other titles in the series. Why not try Dinosaur Club: A Triceratops Charge, Escaping the Liopleurodon and Avoiding the Allosaurus, to learn about the different dinosaur species!

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Photocopiable activities to accompany the set of 12 books in Phonic Books That Dog!, decodable phonics books for structured literacy intervention with older readers.This activity book includes activities for word building, blending, spelling and comprehension linked to the Phonic Books That Dog! books (cvc, cvcc, ccvc, ccvcc, ch, tch, -ed, th, sh, qu, ng, wh, ing, le).

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A beautiful and sensitive exploration of grief, loss and hope from Karl James Mountford, in his much-awaited author-illustrator debut.One day, Fox is drawn to something in the forest – it’s something small, something silent, perhaps forgotten. It’s a bird, as still as can be. Fox is confused, upset and angry – is the bird broken? But then a little moth comes along. Kind and wise and comforting, Moth shares a gentle philosophy: the story of the circles in the sky.Told with huge sensitivity and style, this story of grief and hope feels like a folk tale for modern times.

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This haunted house book has colorful characters and an entertaining story to engage young readers.Are you daring enough to join the brave cat and mouse as they explore the haunted house? If so, turn the page right now to start your spooky adventure!This ghostly board book is filled with entertaining characters that the brave cat and mouse encounter while they move through the haunted house. With a fun, rhyming story to read aloud to little ones and beautiful illustrations, this book is the perfect Halloween story to share with toddlers and an exciting gift for the scariest time of the year.This fun-filled board book for babies features: -Delightfully entertaining Halloween character-Sturdy board book safe for babies to che-Rhyming text, perfect for reading alou-Story features characterful toys that babies will engage withThe ideal Halloween gift for a baby or toddler that is filled with fun and early learning benefits, this highly-engaging Halloween story encourages imaginative thinking and early literacy while the rhyming text is perfect for reading aloud. In fact, recent research suggests that the repetition, language, sounds and rhythm of spoken and sung rhymes, can help children to predict what's coming next. This can make the words of the rhyme easier to remember, and highlight the individual sounds, which can pave the way for learning to read. An ideal board book for parents, carers, relatives, and friends of babies, toddlers, or nursery school children, looking for a unique, fun, Halloween gift with early learning benefits, Boo's Haunted House is sure to delight.

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Learn 100 essential first words with this pack of beautifully illustrated flashcards, perfect for children learning to read and speak German.Make learning a new language fun with this pack of 100 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Young learners of German will be captivated and engaged by the dynamic, visual approach that sets German for Everyone Junior apart from other language materials for children.German for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak German. Each beautifully illustrated card features an image plus an essential first word, introducing nouns, verbs, and adjectives. On the reverse of the card, just the image is shown so children can test their knowledge.Interactive and engaging, these flash cards for kids include: - A beautifully illustrated pack of 105 flash cards for young children who are learning German either as a first or second language.- An essential first word and an illustration on each card, to help young learners memorise new vocabulary.- Five bonus cards provide handy suggestions for fun, educational activities and games to play with the cards.- A sturdy, laminated cardboard design, so these flash cards are suitable for young hands to play with again and again.These first words flashcards are perfect and fun way to introduce children to German 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 German.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there?If you like German for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards, then why not try French for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards, Italian for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards and Spanish for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards as part of the series making learning new vocabulary fun.

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Explore the fascinating history of America's bloodiest ever conflict. Combining expert historical insight with the eyewitness accounts of soldiers and civilians, A Short History of the American Civil War offers a brilliant summary of the key events and wider context of the hostilities between North and South. Profiles of influential military and political leaders, and thought-provoking features on themes and experiences, from the evils of slavery to the treatment of wounded soldiers, bring the story dramatically to life. This book also features clear timelines that give an instant overview of the developments during the tumultuous war. Richly illustrated with a wealth of original artefacts, weaponry and equipment, photography, and maps, this unique combination of image provides the most accessible, episode-by-episode account ever.

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Every child should experience the excitement of finding tadpoles and watching them grow, and this lift-the-flap board book perfectly captures the fun of this experience. With friendly, read-aloud text, beautiful photos and illustrations, and surprise flaps, the easy-to-follow pages explain the complete life cycle of a frog to young children.Published in association with the RHS, this entertaining nature book makes a wonderful gift for preschoolers. They'll discover frogs in a garden - hiding under leaves, sitting on lily pads, and jumping into ponds with a plop! And they'll follow the lift-the-flap story, learning how a frog grows: one mummy frog lays her eggs in frogspawn, then close-up photos show the tadpoles hatching, growing legs, their tails shrivelling up, and a little froglet becoming a frog.There's also information on how frogs are helpful to gardens, how to make safe places for them, plants they like, differences between frogs and toads, and the variety of frogs around the world - from Wallace's flying frog of Southeast Asia and South America's dyeing poison dart frog, to the European agile frog, Australia's ornate burrowing frog, and the banded bullfrog, found in Asian countries, including China and India.With a fun approach to life cycle science for young learners, RHS How Does a Frog Grow? is an informative picture book to share and enjoy.

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Accompanying photocopiable activities covering reading comprehension and handwriting for Phonic Books Dandelion Launchers Units 8-15 Lost (Blending 4 and 5 Sound Words, Two Letter Spellings ch, th, sh, ck, ng).

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Photocopiable activities to accompany the set of ten books in Phonic Books Talisman 1, decodable phonics books for structured literacy intervention with older readers. This activity book includes activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension linked to the Talisman 1 books (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey, ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei, ow, oa, o, oe, o-e, er, ir, ur, or, ear, ow, ou & oi, oy, oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u, igh, ie, i-e, i, y, aw, awe, a, au, al, ough, air, are, ear, ere, eir, ar).

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Help your child be the top of the class with the best-selling home-study series from Carol Vorderman.Carol Vorderman can help your child succeed in maths with this homeschool learning resource for 7-8 year olds. Maths Made Easy is one of Carol Vorderman's series of DK workbooks packed with notes and tips to make home learning about maths easy and fun! Follow the exercises and activities with your child at home to strengthen their learning in school. Each title contains a progress chart so your child can keep track of all the exercises they have completed and colour in the topic stars as they go. Helpful parents' notes explain what children need to know at each stage and what's being covered in the curriculum so you can support and homeschool your child with confidence.This book contains practise for measures and money, finding locations, sorting shapes, and symmetry. Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, Maths Made Easy is a great way to improve your child's maths skills - "the more you practise, the better you'll be!" (Carol Vorderman)

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Discover the inspiring story of Ada Lovelace, one of the world's first computer scientists!In 1833, Ada Lovelace met mathematician Charles Babbage, inventor of calculating machines. She went on to devise a way of inputting data into Babbage's Analytical Machine, and in doing so became the first ever computer programmer. In this biography book for 7-11 year olds, learn all about Ada Lovelace's intriguing life, including her talent for languages and mathematics, and her fascination with science.Life Stories is a new biography series for kids from DK that goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting and inspiring people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement age-appropriate narrative text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes DK Life Stories the one biography series everyone will want to collect.

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Help your child be the top of the class with the best-selling home-study series from Carol Vorderman.Carol Vorderman can help your child perfect their spelling, grammar, and punctuation with this homeschool learning resource for 8-9 year olds. Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation Made Easy is one of Carol Vorderman's series of DK workbooks packed with notes and tips to make home learning easy and fun! Follow the exercises and activities with your child at home to strengthen their learning in school. Each title contains a progress chart so your child can keep track of all the exercises they have completed and colour in the topic stars as they go. Helpful parents' notes explain what children need to know at each stage and what's being covered in the curriculum so you can support and homeschool your child with confidence.This book will help your child learn how to use punctuation, irregular verbs, similes, and direct speech correctly. Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation Made Easy is a great way to improve your child's English skills - "the more you practise, the better you'll be!" (Carol Vorderman).

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Help your child be the top of the class with the best-selling home-study series from Carol Vorderman.Carol Vorderman can help your child perfect their spelling, grammar, and punctuation with this homeschool learning resource for 5-7 year olds. Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation Made Easy is one of Carol Vorderman's series of DK workbooks packed with notes and tips to make home learning easy and fun! Follow the exercises and activities with your child at home to strengthen their learning in school. Each title contains a progress chart so your child can keep track of all the exercises they have completed and colour in the topic stars as they go. Helpful parents' notes explain what children need to know at each stage and what's being covered in the curriculum so you can support and homeschool your child with confidence.This book will help your child learn how to use punctuation, pronouns, connectives, and different tenses correctly. Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation Made Easy is a great way to improve your child's English skills - "the more you practise, the better you'll be!" (Carol Vorderman).

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Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens, African American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, in this fascinating kids' biography.Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he experienced discrimination throughout his athletic career, such as having to stay at a different hotel to his teammates, because of the color of his skin. However, he went on to win an incredible four gold medals at the Berlin 1936 Olympic Games.This biography, ideal for kids aged 8-11, charts the major events of Jesse's life; from his childhood growing up on a farm in Alabama before his family moved to Ohio in search of better opportunities, to the beginning of his running career and years as a world record-breaking student athlete while working part-time jobs, all the way to the Olympics and beyond.DK Life Stories goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting and inspiring people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement age-appropriate, narrative text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes DK Life Stories the one biography series everyone will want to collect.

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Brain-Based Therapy with Adults: Evidence-Based Treatment for Everyday Practice provides a straightforward, integrated approach that looks at what we currently know about the brain and how it impacts and informs treatment interventions. Authors John Arden and Lloyd Linford, experts in neuroscience and evidence-based practice, reveal how this new kind of therapy takes into account the uniqueness of each client. Presentation of detailed background and evidence-based?interventions for common adult disorders such as anxiety and depression offers you expert advice you can put into practice immediately.

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Beneath the Arctic ice, the Methanaur is awakening. If this deadly methane monster breaks free, it spells the end of civilization as we know it.Meet Professor Katelyn, Leon, and Mo - also known as The Renegades. Professor Kateyln is a whip-smart scientist who uses her scientific knowledge to develop spectacles that can catch glimpses of the future. Wrestling with his anger at the naysayers who don't seem to care about the environment, Leon has the ability to become invisible - the perfect spy! And then there's Mo who, in the wake of his brother's death in a cyclone, manages to wield a solar shield strong enough to fight the deadliest of foes. Our superheroes grapple with multiple environmental threats, most deadly of all a monster that lurks beneath the melting Arctic ice. If it escapes, this creature of chaos will release huge plumes of methane gas into the atmosphere, changing the balance of our planet's climate forever. Can the Renegades work together to save Earth before it is too late?

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Best known for the scene-stealing city of Dubrovnik, Croatia's Dalmatian Coast also offers the stunning city of Split, the vibrant resort town of Hvar and natural beauty in abundance - think pristine beaches, craggy coves and vineyards perched on hillsides.Make the most of your trip to this historic region with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian Coast have to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.DK Eyewitness Top 10 Dubrovnik and the Dalmation Coast is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime.Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 Dubrovnik and the Dalmation Coast you will find:- Detailed Top 10 lists of Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian Coast must-sees including Dubrovnik's Old City Walls, Split's Diocletian's Palace, Vis and Hvar- Easy-to-follow itineraries including ideas for day trips, weekends and a week's worth of plans to make the most out of each and every day- Expert advice: honest recommendations on Dubrovnik and the Dalmation Coast's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, eating out and sightseeing, with top tips on getting ready, getting around and staying safe- Themed lists including the best family attractions, outdoor activities, old towns, beaches and much more- Detailed maps including a laminated pull-out map of Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian Coast, plus four full-colour area maps- Covers: Dubrovnik and the Dalmatian, Coast Highlights, Old City Walls - Dubrovnik, Stradun - Dubrovnik, Rector's Palace - Dubrovnik, Lokrum, Vis, Korcula Town, Trogir, Diocletian's Palace and Other Sights in Split, Hvar, Pelješac Peninsula, The Dalmation Islands, The Makarska Riviera and Split, Southern DalmatiaLooking for more on Croatia's culture, history and attractions? Don't forget to check out DK Eyewitness Croatia.About DK Eyewitness:At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

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Meet the coolest, funniest, and quirkiest LEGO® MinifiguresDiscover fun facts, jokes, play ideas, and build inspiration from your favorite collectible LEGO Minifigures.Take on a LEGO rocket speed-building challenge with Space Fan.Find out Party Clown's funniest joke.Build your perfect pet with Pug Costume Guy.Learn a fun real-world fact about the fastest time to eat a pizza from Pizza Costume Guy.And much more!©2022 The LEGO Group.

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Tori Kosara is a children's book writer, editor, and Cookie Monster fan from New York. She loved Sesame Street growing up, and now she enjoys watching it with her two children. Tori has a master's degree in Children's Literature from Roehampton University and has written more than 40 books for children. She lives in East London, England with her husband, two sons, and a story-loving Labrador.

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Collect all your favorite characters from the incredibly popular Disney Tsum Tsum plush toy collection.Meet a new wave of irresistible Disney Tsum Tsum plush toys in DK's Ultimate Sticker Book: Disney Tsum Tsum Stick and Stack! Packed with more than 120 full-color stickers, this new sticker book features the cutest, cuddliest, most collectible characters from the Disney Tsum Tsum 2016 releases. Stick and stack fan favorite characters from Finding Dory and Zootopia to Monsters, Inc. and Rapunzel. Ultimate Sticker Book: Disney Tsum Tsum Stick and Stack! is a must-have for Disney Tsum Tsum fans everywhere.© 2016 DisneySeries Overview: Taking subjects that kids love, DK's Ultimate Sticker Book series is features more than 120 fun, reusable stickers. The activities throughout each book are simple enough for children to do independently, but engaging enough to keep their interest and help develop dexterity, making these books products parents can trust, and ones that kids will want to keep picking up to learn more about their favorite subjects.

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Learning first words in English has never been more fun with this pack of beautifully illustrated flashcards for children aged 6-9. Make learning new vocabulary fun with these beautifully illustrated flash cards. Introducing 100 essential first words these cards are perfect for children beginning to learn English as a first or second language.English for Everyone Junior: My First Words Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak English. Each beautifully illustrated card features an essential first word and an image on one side. On the reverse, just the image is shown so children can test their knowledge. Five additional cards are packed with suggestions for educational games and activities. Simple to use and fun, these flash cards are made of sturdy laminated cardboard and are suitable for young hands to play with again and again.Interactive and engaging, these fun flash cards include: -Each card features an essential first word and an illustration to help young learners memorize new vocabulary-Illustration shown on reverse of card so children can test their knowledge-Cards are colour-coded by word classes (nouns, verbs, and adjectives)-Five bonus cards provide ideas for educational activities to play with the cardsSturdy laminated cards prove ideal for young handsThe perfect accompaniment to English for Everyone Junior: My First English Dictionary, this fun, educational pack of 100 flashcards also functions as a stand-alone product for young learners who are starting to read and speak English, proving suitable for children who are learning English both as a first language and second language.These fun flashcards for kids are ideal for Teachers of English as a foreign language seeking extra resources, as well as parents and grandparents looking to support their child's education further.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?If you like English for Everyone Junior: First Words then why not try English for Everyone Junior: My First English Dictionary, as part of the widely successful English for Everyone Junior Series, which have sold more than two million copies in over 90 countries.

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A household name thanks to popular TV series that include The Human Body, which won three British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA), Superhuman, Walking with Cavemen, and The Human Mind, Lord Winston's pioneering work in the field of human fertility helped thousands of childless couples have "miracle babies" and earned him an outstanding international reputation. A winner of the Royal Society's prestigious Michael Faraday Gold Award, he was made a life peer in 1995. He is Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College London, and an active researcher in reproductive physiology. A champion of science education who has appeared on television, such as The Late Late Show With James Corden, Professor Winston's DK books for children include That's Life, Science Experiments, and My Amazing Body Machine.

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