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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

Learn all about the fascinating world of minibeasts - from bees to butterflies, beetles, and more. This book is a wonderful introduction to the seven major insect groups and includes profiles for over 40 amazing insects, such as the stag beetle, monarch butterfly, and honey bee. Grab your magnifying glass and head out to discover all about insects - their different types, body structures, and behaviours.Filled with eye-catching images and bite-sized information, young nature enthusiasts aged 5-7 will marvel at the mind-boggling facts about these adaptable creatures. This informative bug book for children offers:Clear and friendly text on bugs and characteristics using annotations and straightforward text. Fact files on more than 40 species, with top-trump style comparisons and digestible information.An introduction to new and interesting information in this successful series for young learners. My Book of Bugs is an engaging and informative introduction to insects, with age-appropriate

An accessible guide to the world’s most popular and celebrated works of classical music, and the composers who created them.Who wrote the first true “opera”? Where did the system of musical notation come from? How do composers construct symphonies?The Classical Music Book answers these questions and more by exploring the history of classical music in clear and easy-to-follow sections. More than 90 works by famous composers are analyzed, with explanations of their music theory and impact on society. You will also explore the fascinating stories about the lives of crucial composers and performers.Covering Thomas Tallis in the early period, baroque masters like Bach and Handel, and the classical genius of Beethoven and Wagner all the way to the modern-day composers, this comprehensive book explores the key ideas underpinning the world’s greatest classical compositions and musical traditions. The importance of each composition is explained, placing them into their wider social, cultural, a

Combining graceful design and beautiful imagery, this book provides an elegant introduction to the plant kingdom.Discover the extraordinary diversity of the plant world―and how plants work―with this photographic celebration of the trees, flowers, and foliage plants that share our planet. From tiny mosses and delicate ferns to vibrant blooms and stately palms, Botany invites you to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, and from root to leaf tip. DK’s elegant introduction to botany is packed with sumptuous photos and crystal-clear artworks that explain the mechanics of photosynthesis, why leaves change color, how cacti store water, and how seeds know when to grow. Filled with fascinating stories of how plants protect themselves from predators, and how flowers use color and scent to interact with―and manipulate―the creatures around them, Botany is a fresh and engaging introduction to the mysterious inner workings of the plant world.

Understanding philosophy has never been easier. Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Philosophy is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of t

Discovering quantum physics has never been easier. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Quantum Physics is an essential introduction to the subject for those who are short of t

Discover the hidden meaning of stars in this first introduction to astrology for children.Secrets of Astrology tells you all you want to know about astrology, from the meaning of zodiac signs, to how

A gorgeously illustrated introduction to poetry for children, featuring poems about everything from science, sports, and space, to friendship, family, and feelings.This thoughtfully crafted anthology

Discover the hidden meaning of stars in this first introduction to astrology for children. Secrets of Astrology tells you all you want to know about astrology, from the meaning of zodiac signs, to h

Encourage little ones to explore their feelings with this ideal introduction to key emotions: Anger, Pride, Happiness, and Sadness.It is often difficult for children, and adults, to articulate their e

This book is the perfect introduction to the subject of economics and economic ideas throughout history.From the earliest forms of currency to the Industrial Revolution, and from the birth of the stoc

"Beautifully illustrated, detailed and clear, this is a wonderful introduction to human reproduction" - Professor Alice RobertsFollow the amazing transformation that occurs as a baby develops from a s

This exciting introduction to rugby helps kids get to grips with the rules of the game, learn rugby skills, and stock up on rugby world records. The book looks at the history of the game, and touches

A must-have for every animal-loving child, this is the cutest introduction to everything kids want to know about horses and ponies.Do you dream about riding a horse and want to really get to know them

A perfect introduction to energy, this fact-packed book teaches children all about energy and how it works. From electricity and light, to heat and sound, learn how different types of energy are part

Get children excited about science with this essential, encylopedic introduction to physics, chemistry, and biology. What makes a firework bang? How do plants use sunlight to make food? What is the my

A delightful introduction to plant life and nature, as little ones get hands-on to grow their own sunflowers. Includes sunflower seeds, a sunflower height chart, and exciting flaps. RHS I Can Grow a S

A wonderfully charming bedtime story to share with children 2 and up. The perfect introduction to our Moon for young children, featuring an engaging light-up LED Moon on the book jacket. Learn about t

Presents an introduction to bonsai trees, with illustrated step-by-step projects to make bonsai for beginners simple and achievable. With an A-Z directory of bonsai tree care, this book helps you lear

Presents an introduction to computer programming for kids. This book takes kids' step-by-step through the basics of computer programming and how to work with code, the language of the future.

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

A bumper book for little learners that’s bursting with facts about the animal kingdomThis exciting introduction to animals is brimming with facts about the diverse wildlife that inhabits our extraordinary planet.From peacocks and frogs to sharks and dogs, this book is a perfect companion for young, curious minds that are eager to learn all about different animals and where they live.Delve into the world of these majestic creatures and learn about their diets, habits, and our own connection to the animal kingdom. Through this engaging visual guide, children will not only gain knowledge about the animals that coexist with us on Earth, but also understand the importance of protecting the rich biodiversity that surrounds us.Filled with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about football with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 3: Football will help children to learn all about their favourite game! It 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 Years 4 and 5 reading skills. Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as sports.Boosting understanding and retention th

A bumper book for little learners bursting with fantastic facts and super scientific ideas.This beginners’ book introduces children to the science all around us.From how a plant makes seeds, and how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, to how we use friction to warm our hands, and how gravity holds us on the Earth, this book has it covered.Investigate the energy of light and sound, examine the power of electricity and magnets, and inspect the makeup of glass. Then study the strength of plastic and how it can be recycled and reused. Next launch into space and explore the planets of the Solar System and discover why we float in space.Perfect for children aged 5-9, this book is a fun and accessible introduction to key topics of scientific study and is the ideal companion to support them with their learning. Covering many topics studied at school, this is the perfect starting point to encourage a life-long love of learning.

This beginners' book introduces children to the science all around us. From how a plant makes seeds, and how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, to how we use friction to warm our hands, and how gravity holds us on the Earth, this book has it covered.Investigate the energy of light and sound, examine the power of electricity and magnets, and inspect the makeup of glass. Then study the strength of plastic and how it can be recycled and reused. Next launch into space and explore the planets of the solar system and discover why we float in space. Perfect for children ages 5-9, this book is a fun and accessible introduction to key topics of scientific study and is the ideal companion to support them with their learning. Covering many topics studied at school, this is the perfect starting point to encourage a life-long love of learning.

Learn all about chocolate! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers.Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the history and production of chocolate, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. The Story of Chocolate is a beautifully designed reader which will tell children where their favorite sweet treat comes from! 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 history, production and different kinds of chocolate.

Learn about trade and global economic crises in The Economics 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 Economics in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Economics 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 Economics, with:– More than 100 of the greatest ideas in economics– 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 Economics Book is a captivating introduction to historically important and emergingideas in a field of science that often confuses newcomers,

Explore the key milestones in the field of economics broken down clearly and simply with The Economics Book.Learn about economics in this overview guide to the subject, which is brilliant for novices looking to learn more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy-to-follow format. The Economics Book brings a fresh, vibrant take on the topic, breaking it down in a visual way through images and diagrams.This book will broaden your understanding of Economics with:Some of the greatest ideas in economicsFacts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core conceptsA visual approach to big subjects with illustrations and graphics throughoutEasy-to-follow text making topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Economics Book is a captivating introduction to historically important and emerging ideas in a field of science that often confuses newcomers, aimed at adu

Learn about how the world of government and power works in The Politics 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 Politics in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Politics 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 Politics, with: - More than 100 groundbreaking ideas in the history of political thought- 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 understanding The Politics Book is a captivating introduction to the world's greatest thinkers and their political big ideas th

This exciting introduction to the world is brimming with facts about our planet and the incredible people and animals who live on it. From the Arctic to the Antarctic, get ready to explore the continents. Learn about legends and folklore, world history, and how people live around the globe.Read about creatures from the land, sea, and skies, and delve into the world of the prehistoric dinosaurs. Find out about the impressive planets far away and the amazing features on Earth, from fiery volcanoes to dry deserts. Discover who's who in the animal kingdom.Learn about amazing art and marvellous music. Then say "hello" in lots of languages!Packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about mummies and what they are with this engaging nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 4: Secrets of the Mummies will introduce kids to mummies from all around the world--including facts about Egyptian, Inca, and Sicilian mummies--and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing key Grades 4 and 5 reading skills.Develop

About DK Super Readers Level 4 Knights and CastlesUse your reading superpowers to learn all about medieval knights and their castles - a high-quality, fun, non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress.Knights and Castles is a beautifully designed reader all about these incredible medieval fortresses.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 why castles were built, some of the coolest castles, and medieval people's lives in and around them both in peace and wartime.

Meet the sea creatures living on a coral reef! Make reading your superpower with DK's beautiful, leveled nonfiction. Use your reading superpowers to learn all about a beautiful coral reef and the sea animals living there - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Fishy Tales is a beautifully designed reader all about the fish and other sea animals living on a coral reef. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the beautiful coral reef and all the sea animals that can be spotted on it.

Astonishing, studio-quality photographs of beautiful objects and specimens bring every corner of the planet, from core to atmosphere, to the printed pageElegant design combined with beautiful images to explore and explain Earth's natural riches. This is an informative, visually arresting introduction to planet Earth. The core of the book features large, detailed photographs of single objects, many of them small enough to be held in the hand, that each speak volumes about an aspect of Earth's environments and how they work.For example, bubbles of ancient air trapped inside an Antarctic ice core reveal how Earth's climate has changed over time. A piece of pumice thrown several miles into the air by a volcano helps to explain what happens when tectonic plates collide. The book is structured around an imaginary journey that takes the reader from the inner core to Earth's surface (including both land and oceans) and up to the top of the atmosphere.Taking in environments such as grasslands,

The Mysteries of the UniverseFrom planets and asteroids to black holes and galaxies, every page will captivate young readers as they journey through the vastness of space.Each celestial body is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images.Engaging storybook-style descriptions of each object allow readers to delve into myths, legends, trivia, and key discoveries about the solar system and beyond. Wonder at the rocky rings around Saturn, discover the tale behind the constellation Centaurus, and gaze at the fountains gushing from Jupiter's moon Enceladus. With reference pages packed with fascinating information, you'll go away knowing something you didn't before, and you'll return time and again.An attractive gift for children who can't get enough of astronomy, The Mysteries of the Universe is perfect for kids to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.An Anthology of Aquatic LifeDive into the wondrous world of water and

The simplest guide to astronomy and stargazing!Grasping astronomy has never been easier. The awe of the night sky will soon turn into knowledge of the constellations, planets, and astrological phenomena!Bold graphics and easy-to-understand text make this visual guide the perfect introduction to astronomy and stargazing for those who have little time but a big thirst for knowledge. Inside you'll find:- Simple, easy-to-understand graphics that help to explain astronomy, space, and the night sky in a clear, visual way- The latest astronomical information on black holes, gravitational waves, the origin of the Universe, and the planets of the Solar System- User-friendly star-charts that guide you through the sky using brighter stars as "signposts" to locate harder-to-see objects- Essential advice on the practicalities of stargazing - from observing with the naked eye to using telescopesEach pared-back entry covers the essentials more clearly than ever before.

This exciting introduction to oceans is brimming with curious creatures, beautiful homes, and incredible adventures. From the spectacular seabirds soaring over Earth's vast oceans, to the tiny creatures lurking on the ocean floor, get ready for an adventure into the great unknown... Dive in and explore forgotten shipwrecks, swim with fantastic fish, and other awesome underwater animals, and weave your way through secret deepsea homes. You'll travel back in time to meet plundering pirates and explorers who changed the course of history, then it's time to learn about lots of very important underwater jobs and how you can help to protect Earth's precious oceans. Packed with fun facts and colorful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge.

A bumper book for little learners that's bursting with fascinating facts about life on and under the wavesThis exciting introduction to oceans is brimming with curious creatures, beautiful homes, and incredible adventures.Dive in and explore forgotten shipwrecks, swim with fabulous fish and other awesome underwater animals, and weave your way through secret deepsea homes. You'll travel back in time to meet plundering pirates, scientists, and explorers who changed the course of history, then it's time to learn about lots of very important underwater jobs and how you can help to protect Earth's precious oceans.Packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Oceans will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge.

Master key carpentry skills, from simple joinery techniques to fine woodworking. Packed with clear, step-by-step instructions and photographs, this introduction for beginners starts with outlining saf

A gorgeously illustrated introduction to poetry for children, featuring poems about everything from science, sports, and space, to friendship, family, and feelings. This thoughtfully crafted anthology is perfect for children new to verse and for young poetry fans seeking out new favorites. Explore poetry from a diverse selection of contemporary and historical poets, covering a broad range of topics--from personal subjects like emotions and family, to the wonders of the natural environment.Carefully selected works encourage children to see the poetry in everything and to embrace the beauty of their everyday lives. Poems are complemented by detailed illustrations, timelines, and interesting facts about the topics covered, ensuring that the poems are not just entertaining, but relevant, topical, and informative. Prompts and activities inspire children to create their own poetry, and devices like rhyme, repetition, and alliteration are introduced and explained in a fun and accessible manne