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Unlock a world of Disney magic and LEGO®' adventure with this essential character guide ' including a Jessie minifigure from Toy Story!Meet more than 150 LEGO® Disney minifigures and mini dolls, from Mickey and Minnie Mouse to Princess Elsa and even Walt Disney himself! Explore the heroes, villains, princesses, friends, and locations from your favourite Disney films.Everything you need to know about the enchanting world of LEGO® Disney:Discover the latest LEGO® variants of beloved Disney characters, including fan favourites like Princess Ariel, alongside rare minifigures you've never seen before!Loaded with fun facts about the best-loved Disney characters and locations ' all presented in charming LEGO® detailIncludes a collectable LEGO® minifigure of Jessie from Toy Story ' a must-have addition to any Disney or LEGO® collectionPacked with colourful images and fascinating facts, this guide is a magical must-have gift for Disney fans aged 5-8, as well as lifelong fans and collectors of a

Meet nature’s superstars: the biggest, fastest, fiercest, and most deadly animals on the planet in this dazzling children's encyclopedia.Packed with jaw-dropping 3D CGI and spectacular photography, Super Nature is a virtual safari for curious minds. Young readers will go "under the skin" to explore the anatomy and superpowers of 100 record-breaking mammals, reptiles, birds, and every kind of fascinating bug.From cheetahs accelerating to 40mph in three seconds to the deadly, bacteria-laden saliva of a Komodo dragon, this book shows kids exactly how nature works.Dive into the wild world of animals with:*Fierce record breakers: Meet 100 of the most extreme creatures on the planet, featuring the sharpest teeth and the biggest brains.*Incredible animal facts: Dashboard-style fact files provide at-a-glance stats on speed, size, IUCN status, and much more.*Stunning visual science: Explore the inner workings of the animal kingdom through detailed artwork and stripped-away diagrams.*Updated for

Put your detective skills to the test with over 100 puzzles inspired by the hit Netflix film series, Enola Holmes.Do you have what it takes to follow in the footsteps of the great teen detective Enola Holmes? Can you crack the codes, unravel the riddles and solve the mysteries alongside the world's most brilliant young mind?Journey between the gritty streets of Victorian London to grand country estates as you tackle a variety of perplexing puzzles inspired by the hit movie series starring Millie Bobby Brown. It's the perfect companion for any aspiring sleuth and is packed with ciphers, logic problems, observation challenges, and much more.Sharpen your pencils – and your wits – because the game is afoot!

Boost your reading skills as you uncover Ninja battle secrets in this fun-filled Level 2 reader, carefully levelled to help children learn to read.Meet the Ninja’s allies and enemies. Discover the vehicles, mechs, and weapons that help the brave Ninja beat their most fearsome foes. Learn about their winning moves, Spinjitzu skills, and awesome dragon power. Villains beware—the Ninja are ready for battle!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using the Lexile reading scheme so that children are set up to succeed. Colourful LEGO NINJAGO images, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz will help young readers build their reading ability and confidence.The DK Super Readers series can help your child practise reading by:Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing Year 3 and 4 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on popular topics, including a variety of LEGO titles.Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Eac

Boost your reading skills as you learn about the cute, kind, and remarkable Grogu in this LEGO® Star Wars™: The Mandalorian Level 2 reader, carefully levelled to help children learn to read.Join Grogu on an exciting journey through the galaxy. Meet brave allies such as the Mandalorian, Din Djarin, who are battling to save Grogu from fearsome foes like Moff Gideon. Discover the awesome vehicles that carry Grogu across the stars, from the Razor Crest to the N-1 starfighter. Relive exciting moments from The Mandalorian as you learn about Grogu’s action-packed life.The engaging text has been carefully levelled using the Lexile reading scheme so that children are set up to succeed. Colourful LEGO Star Wars images, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz will help young readers build their reading ability and confidence.The DK Super Readers series can help your child practise reading by:*Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.*Building knowledge while progressing Year 3 and 4 read

Discover iconic vehicles, gadgets, battles, and bases in this action-packed LEGO® Batman™ book – with an exclusive minifigure!Explore iconic LEGO Batman sets, from the Batmobile™ to the Batwing™, as you uncover fun facts and key information about Gotham City's heroes and villains. Meet fearsome foes such as The Joker™, Harley Quinn™, and The Penguin™, plus buddies like Batgirl™, Robin™, and more as you learn about their cool gadgets, incredible vehicles, and the amazing locations around Gotham City.Explore the adventures of LEGO Batman through Gotham City:Packed with exciting facts and fantastic images of the many minifigures, vehicles, and locations of LEGO BatmanThe perfect gift for LEGO DC and Batman fans who want to learn more about their favourite heroes and villainsAdd to your LEGO collection with an exclusive Batman minifigure – a must-have for collectors of all ages!This action-packed book is perfect for fans who are eager to know more about LEGO Batman, with pages full of thri

The ultimate one-stop guide to the subject, this book takes you on a fascinating journey through the questions that have puzzled humanity for more than 2,500 years. From metaphysics and ethics to political philosophy and the philosophy of science, learn a different branch of philosophy across nine separate modules, explaining all of the key ideas of history's greatest thinkers--from Plato and Descartes to de Beauvoir and Nietzsche--and how they still resonate today. Perfect for complete beginners, Philosophy: A Complete Course untangles complex concepts using clear, jargon-free explanations paired with bold infographics, thought experiments, summaries of key works, and practical exercises to assess what you have learned. The book's innovative, graphic approach simplifies even the most challenging ideas like existentialism, empiricism, and dualism, making them easier than ever to understand. Whether you are studying philosophy, expanding your knowledge, or simply exploring life's bigges

Uncover super facts and epic action from LEGO® Marvel® Avengers, complete with an exclusive minifigure!Are you ready to explore the LEGO Marvel Multiverse? Join the Avengers and their fiendish foes on a journey of discovery. Find out about danger-filled missions, amazing vehicles, mysterious bases, and sneaky traps! Bursting with awesome facts about characters such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, Black Widow, Captain America, Thor, and many more.

Uncover super facts and epic action from LEGO®Marvel's Avengers, complete with an exclusive minifigure!Are you ready to explore the LEGO®Marvel Multiverse? Join the Avengers and their fiendish foes on a journey of discovery. Find out about danger-filled missions, amazing vehicles, mysterious bases, and sneaky traps! Bursting with awesome facts about characters such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, Black Widow, Captain America, Thor, and many more.

A fun-filled guide to the characters and world of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story – featuring characters from all five Toy Story films!Step into Andy’s toy box and rewind 30 years of cinematic history. This essential Toy Story character guide features everyone from Buzz, Woody, Jessie and Bullseye to Emperor Zurg and Wheezy, and takes young fans on an unforgettable journey through every beloved Toy Story film, including Toy Story 5, in a beautiful book to keep and treasure.Discover fascinating facts about your favourite toys, old and new, and their adventures, friendships, and homes:*Learn all about your favourite Toy Story characters from every movie, with character profiles, fact files and fun trivia.*Bursting with bright images, a playful design, and easy-to-read facts, this book is perfect for Toy Story fans young and old.*Beautiful details, including sprayed edges and a deluxe finish, make this a gift to cherish for fans of the popular Disney and Pixar franchise.Whether you’re a long

Meet fan favourites Stitch, Angel, Leroy, and Scrump in this awesome glow-in-the-dark sticker activity book, featuring over 100 stickers!Join Stitch and friends in this vibrant glow-in-the-dark sticker book, filled with pictures and facts about fan-favourite characters, along with over 100 glow-in-the-dark stickers to use in the book – or wherever you like!Enjoy some glow-in-the-dark sticker fun with Disney’s Stitch:*MORE THAN 100 STICKERS: Perfect for decorating bags, pencil cases, and other belongings*FULL OF IMAGES, FUN FACTS, & ACTIVITIES: Flip through pages featuring plenty of sticker-filled activities, lively images, and fact-packed information about Stitch and friends*A UNIQUE DISNEY STICKER BOOK FOR KIDS: Perfect for young Disney fans and gift buyers looking for delightful Disney gifts for kidsWith the Disney Stitch Glow in the Dark Ultimate Sticker Book, kids can have a blast with Stitch facts, artwork, and plenty of glow-in-the-dark stickers.

From the earliest green shoots to dense tropical forests, discover how plants spread across the world to build our environment.Plants first emerged on a very different looking Earth 500 million years ago. As land masses moved, plants were brought together in fierce competition with one another, or separated to continue their lives in very different conditions. On this evolutionary journey, they developed ingenious strategies to disperse and extend their range, and increase their diversity.Plants have populated almost every part of Earth’s land surface – from tropical zones to cracks in city pavements – and have fundamentally shaped Earth's natural regions. Mapping the changing conditions and continents of the ancient world and the biomes of the modern one, Atlas of Botany explores how plants have overcome the challenges of survival, and how they have interacted with pollinators and people along the way.In the pages of this sumptuous botanical book, you will discover:A unique blend of i

Get to know more than 100 nocturnal animals from around the world with this delightful illustrated introduction and bedtime companion.What happens in the wild when you're tucked up in bed? This is a must-have introduction to the wonderful world of animals and their nighttime lives, filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page.The Bedtime Book of Nighttime Animalsfeatures a fascinating collection of creatures, from flitting bats and silent owls to glowing fireflies and busy badgers. Showcasing creatures from each of the core animal groups (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates), children aged 3-5 can discover how they find their food, where they make their homes, and why they are most active when it's dark.Inside the pages of this exciting nocturnal animals book, you’ll find:An introduction to different types of night animals brought to life by bright and colourful illustrations.Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud - per

A Disney Stitch sticker activity book that lets 3-5 year olds create their own action-packed adventure in a fun graphic novel formatBrowse over 250 reusable stickers and use them to complete the graphic novel-style story alongside Stitch and friends! Perfect for giving young kids an early introduction to storytelling and featuring large, reusable stickers, Kids can add fun speech bubbles and character stickers to every panel – and use even more extra stickers on other creative endeavours.Create your own graphic novel with Disney Stitch themed stickers:*EASY TO USE: Includes more than 250 large, reusable stickers, perfect for small hands*READ AND CREATE: Fill in the book’s many graphic novel-style panels with character and speech bubble stickers – anywhere and everywhere!*DEVELOPS KEY CREATIVE SKILLS: Encourage the development of storytelling skills in kids aged 3-5, enabling young creators to explore their creativityThis unique format allows children to create their own comic strips wi

Boost your reading skills with Marvel’s Avengers on their world-saving journey in this fun-filled Level 3 reader, carefully levelled to help children progress in their reading ability.Join the Earth’s Mightiest Heroes as they battle villains and protect the world – and power up your reading skills at the same time!Packed with fun facts, exciting colour images, simple vocabulary and a fun quiz, this Level 3 reader will engage young Marvel Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading.The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:*Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.*Building knowledge while progressing Years 4 and 5 reading skills.*Developing subject vocabulary on popular topics, including Super Heroes and other pop culture icons.*Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, nature,

How do we map the ocean floor? Why do earthquakes strike some places more than others? In what ways does a city’s layout reflect its politics?Part of DK’s indispensable Big Ideas series, The Geography Book answers these questions and many more.The perfect introduction to the subject, it explores and explains the key geophysical and atmospheric processes that have shaped Earth’s geology, climate, and ecosystems, and the numerous ways in which they have shaped our lives, and we have shaped them in return – for better or worse. Combining easy-to-follow explanations, innovative graphics, and intriguing quotes, it covers everything from geological mapping and the water cycle to climate change and population demographics.This fascinating book includes:*More than 90 of the most important ideas, theories, and milestones in the field of geography – covering physical geography, human geography, environmental geography, and practical geography*Simple explanations, bold infographics and step-by-st

Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Chemistry is the perfect introduction for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge.This book covers the core concepts of chemistry in a fresh and accessible way – from the structure of an atom and the 118 elements of the periodic table, to combustion and explosive reactions. Using simple diagrams and precise explanations, each pared-back entry explains concepts clearly and concisely.Whether you are studying chemistry at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of the subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics of chemistry quickly and easily.

Get stickering in a galaxy far, far away with this official Star Wars™: The Mandalorian™ sticker book, filled with fun facts about the series, more than 1,000 stickers, and loads of Grogu action!This complete collection contains stickers of all of your favourite characters from Star Wars: The Mandalorian, including Grogu, Din Djarin, and Bo-Katan Kryze. Learn more about incredible vehicles such as the Mandalorian’s N-1 starfighter, and fascinating locations like the terrifying mines of Mandalore. Fans can even create their own amazing sticker scenes!Discover gorgeous stickers and engaging facts about the hit Star Wars series:*Over 1,000 stickers: Keep young Star Wars fans busy for hours with a wealth of stickers featuring characters, creatures, vehicles and more from Star Wars: The Mandalorian*Officially licensed Star Wars sticker book: Created in close collaboration with Lucasfilm and featuring fan-favourite characters*The perfect Star Wars gift for kids: Children learning to read wil

How can you create a successful brand? What makes a great entrepreneur? And why do some firms fail while others prosper?Part of DK’s indispensable Big Ideas series, this fully revised and updated new edition of The Business Book answers these questions and many more. The perfect introduction to the subject, it explores and explains everything from competition-based theory and critical-path analysis to market-mapping and the MABA matrix through a combination of easy-to-follow explanations, innovative graphics, and intriguing quotes.This fascinating new edition features:More than 90 of the most important ideas, events, and milestones in the field of business, business strategy, and management – from benchmarking and “Big Data” to Kaizen and cash flowSimple explanations, bold infographics and step-by-step diagrams that untangle knotty concepts, and witty illustrationsKey quotes from major figures from business history – from Andrew Carnegie to Warren BuffetEight pages of brand-new content

If the age of planet Earth was scaled to 24 hours, humans would only have come into existence in the last 38 seconds.Discover the incredible lost worlds that came before us in this ultimate visual history of the world for kids 8-12. From the rise and fall of dinosaurs to mega-penguins and a mile-high waterfall in the Mediterranean, this natural history book reveals the weird and wonderful sights of our planet’s vast history.Written by expert geologist and palaeontologist Dr Anthea Lacchia, this is the perfect earth science for kids guide. It combines awe-inspiring illustrations by Sam Falconer with maps of ever-moving continents and photos of real-world phenomena to tell the story of Earth like never before.Inside this fascinating look at our planet’s history, you’ll find:*A Brief History of Earth: A unique 24-hour clock timeline marks the stages of Earth's evolution.*Amazing Scenes: Detailed artwork brings prehistoric Earth to life, from the asteroid that hit Mexico's Yucatan Peninsul

Join Bananya and the Curious Bunch in this adorable anime sticker book, packed with over 1,000 Bananya stickers and filled with fun facts about the beloved anime series.Learn all about the secret lives of Bananyas – kitties from outer space who live in bananas! Decorate the pages with the cute, quirky characters, such as pirate bananya, long-haired bananya, flower bananya, and many more.There’s a bananya for everyone in this cute sticker activity book:*Discover 1,000+ stickers from the Bananya anime, from fan-favourite bananyas to immersive scenes, and lots of extras to use for decoration*Features delightful bananyas from the first three seasons of the show, with 72 pages filled to the brim with adorable bananya stickers*The perfect anime gift for young Bananya fans – as well as adult fans looking for super cute stickers for all your decorating needs!The officially licensed Bananya Ultimate Sticker Collection is an unforgettable gift for fans aged 7+ who can’t get enough of the anime a

This series explores history through modern topic books that enhance literacy and background knowledge while aligning with the curriculum.DK Super History: Trail of Tears is part of the new DK Super History series designed for children aged 7-11 to explore the full picture of a key moment in history.Aligned with England’s National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary, and the IB PYP, this book is the perfect support for learning about key historical moments. Embark on an educational journey and take a 360-degree look at forced migration, exploring the background and context, key people, the events themselves and their influence on history.This history topic book for children offers:*Curriculum-aligned and age-appropriate material that covers all the key teaching points.*Bright images, engaging content and interactive elements that help encourage reluctant learners.*Vocabulary-building content covering all the key teaching points for various curricula.Learn about the tragic forced migration of

A highly detailed gift book complete with an informative and engaging introduction to pirates, made in collaboration with Royal Museums Greenwich. Learn all about what it was like to be a pirate and create your own scene with a press-out treasure island!How did you become a pirate? What was it like to live on a pirate ship? Were there any female pirates? And would you really have to walk the plank?Find out the answers to these questions and more in this fact-filled book created in collaboration with Royal Museums Greenwich. Then turn to the back of the book to press out and assemble the pieces to make your very own treasure island scene!An interactive introduction to excite young history enthusiasts:*Beautifully detailed illustrations: Stunning seafaring scenes that bring the past to life in gorgeous detail, fully illustrated by Waterstones Book Prize shortlisted illustrator Sally Agar.*Made with the experts: Created in collaboration with the Royal Museums Greenwich to bring this histo

Take a step – if you dare – into the shadows, and discover the blood-curdling history of horror across the world in this gruesomely illustrated title.A History of Horror, Fear and the Uncanny explores the dark and eerie landscapes of horror down the centuries – from prehistoric death rituals to modern interpretations in art, literature, and film.In this petrifying book, you will find:*A complete global history of the subject – from ancient visions of the Underworld and horror in fairytales to Gothic horror and “creepypasta” tales*More than 350 stunning full-colour images combined with engaging and accessible text*Profiles of infamous supernatural creatures – from ghosts and demons to banshees and changelings, and from Grendel to Baba Yaga and the Morrigan to the Golem*Profiles of the scariest books and films of all time – from novels by Edgar Allan Poe, Bram Stoker, and Stephen King to movies like The Exorcist, The Shining, and Alien…in a stunning, giftable package with a specially com

A fun pop-up and flaps board book for curious little ones who loveDisney’s The Lion King! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Little ones can find adventure with characters from one of Disney’s most-loved films in this adorable pop-up book!Meet Simba, Timon, Pumba, and more in this cute board book which will delight preschoolers with lively, read-aloud rhymes encouraging literacy and surprise pop-up scenes. With the help of parents and caregivers, young readers will have fun turning the sturdy board book pages, guessing what’s hiding under each flap as they reveal each picture, and playing peekaboo!

The official and definitive guide to the dynamic and engrossing characters of the DC multiverse – now updated with more than 1,000 entries.Written by DC experts, the fifth and latest edition of the comprehensive DC Encyclopedia includes more than 1,000 Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Joker, and Harley Quinn.The most captivating and complete DC Encyclopedia to date:*The fifth edition of the highly celebrated DC Encyclopedia contains over 1,000 entries for DC’s eclectic cast of Super Heroes and Super-Villains, as well as features for major events from the comics.*Exclusive cover artwork created by renowned Dark Crisis and Wonder Woman artist Daniel Sampere, as well as fresh new character artworks on expanded entries.*The ultimate gift for DC and Super Hero fans looking for an official and up-to-date reference book for this influential franchise.This fresh and exciting update makes new additions to the DC Encyclopedia, introducing new

Start your reading adventure with the Iron Friends!Meet Tony Stark, Riri Williams, and Amadeus Cho, the Iron Friends! These super geniuses always work together to save the day. With engaging, simple text, little ones can enter the world of reading whilst learning about bravery and teamwork with all of their new favourite characters from the show.Packed with amazing imagery, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz, this pre-level DK Reader will help 3-5 year old Iron Man and his Awesome Friends fans gain confidence in the beginning of their reading journey.

Follow our ever-changing skies and uncover the secrets of weather with this picture-packed meteorology book for kids.DK's best-sellingEyewonderseries is back and has been refreshed for the next generation of young readers ages 5-7.Get ready to chase the wind, ride the waves, and dodge lightning as you dive into this book about weather for children. Study the fascinating forces that shape weather and find out how clouds form, what makes thunderstorms rumble, and why the weather changes every season.This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of the changing weather. Stay-at-home explorers will feel inspired by the dramatic photographs, up-to-date information, fact-packed pages and a brand-new "eyewonder" feature with fascinating weather stories, where knowledge meets real-world application.In this newly revised weather book for kids, you'll find:Fully updated and revised content for children starting to develop a passion for science.Eye-catching photographs that grab

Meet more than 100 characters from My Hero Academia in this official companion to the hit anime TV series.How tall is Izuku Midoriya? Who is Katsuki Bakugo’s old rival? What kind of personality does Ochaco Uraraka have?Find out the answers to these questions and more, including essential facts and stats about characters from their Quirks, hero names, personalities, birthdates, friendships, rivalries, abilities, and much more.The official My Hero Academia encyclopedia with 100+ detailed character entries:*Meet more than 100 characters from the anime – each character's page features their Quirks, unique outfit details, fun facts, quotes and dynamic stills of key storyline moments*Officially licensed by Crunchyroll*The perfect gift for fans of My Hero Academia, superheroes, shonen manga and animePacked with lesser-known details about students, teachers, Pro Heroes, and villains, and brimming with detailed annotations of character illustrations, every fan will learn something new about the

A beautiful field guide to flowers featuring notes, spectacular photos, and colourful illustrations of the world’s most fascinating flowers.A compact version of DK’s bestselling anthology series,An Anthology of Flowersis perfect for young botanists and nature enthusiasts ages 7-9 to take on the go and find the beauty in the blooms.An Anthology of Flowerswill be your child’s guide through the natural world, teaching how to easily identify different species, including a vast variety of blooms, from exotic blossoms to iconic garden favourites.This stunning flower book for kids offers:The next book in the new compact spin-off of the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series.A magnificent collection of over 100 unique flowers, from wildflowers and garden favourites to rare species.A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking imagery on every page.An Anthology of Flowersfeatures mesmerising images, beautiful illustrations by the artist behind DK’s bestselling Anthology series and cap

Discover how to identify flowers, where to find them, and other details about more than 100 flowers from around the world. Compact in size yet brimming with information, An Anthology of Flowers explores a vast variety of blooms, from exotic blossoms to iconic favorites. Learn to easily identify different species using detailed annotations, vivid illustrations, and unique descriptions of each flower. Featuring colorful photographs and vibrant illustrations, this book is a treasure trove for budding botanists, nature enthusiasts, and curious readers seeking an informative flower identification book. Whether you're out exploring or flipping through its pages at home, An Anthology of Flowers is sure to bring the natural world to life.

Meet the stars of Dragons Rising in this Level 1 Super Reader!Meet: Arin and Sora and their dragon friend Riyu. Mentored by Ninjago legends Kai and Lloyd, they work together to protect the Merged Realms from villains who want to conquer them.Step into this exciting world in this Level 1 DK Reader. Action-packed images, clear and simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young LEGO Ninjago fans and help them build confidence in reading.

Meet the LEGO Friends and their adorable pets, in this Level 2 Super Reader!Meet Paisley and her pet bunny Melody, Nova and her rescue pup Pickle, Leo and his cat Churro, and all the others. The LEGO Friends characters love their pets! Join them as they visit the vet and pet salon, go on fun outings, and learn all about how to look after their animal friends.Packed with colourful photography, clear and simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz, this engaging Level 2 DK Reader will help young readers build their reading abilities and confidence as they learn about caring for pets with the LEGO Friends.

A beautiful field guide to the stars featuring notes, spectacular photos, and colourful illustrations of all 88 constellations. A compact version of DK’s bestselling anthology series, An Anthology of Stargazing is perfect for young astronomers and stargazers ages 7-9 to take on the go and uncover the secrets of the stars. An Anthology of Stargazing will be your child’s guide through the stars, teaching all about the intricate star patterns, the brightest stars, fascinating asterisms, and the legends woven through the night sky, from both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.This stunning book about stars and constellations for kids offers:The next book in the new compact spin-off of the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series. A magnificent collection of all 88 constellations recognised by the International Astronomical Union, and asterisms. A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking imagery on every page.An Anthology of Stargazing features mesmerising images, beautiful il

DK’s best-selling illustrated encyclopedia series takes you back to the Mesozoic Era, when fearsome dinosaurs roamed the land, sea, and skies. Discover dinosaurs as you've never seen them before through jaw-dropping 3D illustrations in this dinosaur encyclopedia for kids ages 9+. Did you know that Velociraptor had three large "killer claws" on each foot to hunt down prey? Or that the long-necked Diplodocus was as long as three school buses? Can you imagine what a strange life it would be for Saltasaurus with no toes on its front feet? Would you believe that Carcharocles megalodon was an ocean monster with a fearsome bite at least six times stronger than today's great white shark?Knowledge Encyclopedia’s clear explanations, illustrations, photographs, and 3D images will engage children in complex subjects.Find yourself transported to the age of dinosaurs and then the Ice Age with this perfect gift for anyone who loves dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures. This all-encompassing dinosaur e

This glorious guided tour of cartographic history features more than 300 of the most famous and important maps of all time. Immerse yourself in ancient Chinese star charts, decipher medieval Mappae Mundi, and marvel at intricate surveys of the ocean floor and the lunar surface. Discover how Polynesian navigators used sticks to chart their way across the Pacific, what a rhumb line is, and where dragons were once said to lurk.Organized chronologically, the book includes the most celebrated examples of maps spanning more than 5,000 years, explaining everything from scales and compasses to meteorological symbols, and exploring techniques from engraving and printing to cartographic projection. Entries also place the maps in their wider cultural and historical context, providing a complete overview of the subject. Combining stunning reproductions with precise annotation, visual analysis, and pull-out details, Maps, Annotated brings an expertly curated selection of the world’s most celebrated

Unlock the secrets behind everyday items and extraordinary inventions with exploded artworks and photographs that reveal the materials used to create everyday objects. Finding out What's It Made Of? is just the start of an amazing journey into the world of materials science, in this non-fiction book for science enthusiasts aged 9-12. Learn about the surprising properties of materials and how they are put to thousands of different uses, from sneakers to smartphones and game controllers to glue.This fascinating book reveals the secrets of many everyday objects, and a few more unusual ones. This science book for curious children offers: A breakdown of everyday and futuristic objects, revealing what goes into a range of common and cutting-edge items - from game controllers to space suits!Hyperrealistic artworks and vivid photos show each component and object up close and in incredible detail. STEM learning that supports classroom material science by showing how the properties of different

Explore and understand the key ideas and movements in anthropology—the study of human societies and cultures and how they work.What does it mean to be human? Why do we have rituals? How do family structures differ around the world, and why? The Anthropology Book answers questions like these and many, many more. Applying the Big Ideas series’ combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics, The Anthropology Book introduces key concepts from different branches of the subject, such as cultural anthropology, ethnography, and biological anthropology, and explains how they have developed over the past century. The book explores the origins of human life and cultures, and how societies develop traditions, laws, and languages. Profiling renowned anthropologists, such as Claude Levi-Strauss and Margaret Mead, and covering topics as diverse as biology, medicine, war, sexuality, family roles, and kinship, The Anthropology Book is a fascinating, accessible introduction to the core

Get to know your speciesExplore and understand the key ideas and movements in anthropology – the study of human societies and cultures and how they work.What does it mean to be human? Why do we have rituals? How do family structures differ around the world, and why? The Anthropology Book answers questions like these and many, many more. Applying the \"Big Ideas\" series’ combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics, The Anthropology Book introduces key concepts from different branches of the subject, such as cultural anthropology, ethnography, and biological anthropology, and explains how they have developed over the past century. The book explores the origins of human life and cultures, and how societies develop traditions, laws, and languages. Profiling renowned anthropologists, such as Claude Lévi-Strauss and Margaret Mead, and covering topics as diverse as biology, medicine, war, sexuality, family roles, and kinship, The Anthropology Book is a fascinating, access

Celebrate the epic journey of the LEGO® minifigure throughout history, now updated with five years’ worth of new minifigures. Features an exclusive LEGO astronaut minifigure for your collection!Enter the world of LEGO minifigures with this fully updated and expanded edition. The first minifigure was created in 1978, and today the entire minifigure population could circle the globe more than five times! This exciting new edition of the fan-favourite LEGO Minifigure: A Visual History features more than 2,500 of the most popular and rarest minifigures from the collectible LEGO® Minifigure series.Meet iconic LEGO minifigures from across the decades:*Features more than 2,500 minifigures from throughout history, with 5 years’ worth of new entries including LEGO® Minecraft®, LEGO® Animal Crossing™, and more*Minifigures categorised by decade, with detailed annotations that provide insights to delight fans and collectors*An incredible LEGO gift for kids and adults, with an exclusive astronaut m