Mathematics of Discrete Structures for Computer Science

More than 150 spectacular illustrated timelines show how science changed the world one discovery at a time.Timelines of Science takes you on an astonishing voyage through time to witness every great breakthrough in the history of science. Each topic is beautifully realized as an illustrated, two-page timeline showcasing the discoveries, disasters, and eureka moments that gave rise to every modern science from astronomy to zoology. Find out why the fruitless search for a potion of eternal life led to the birth of modern chemistry. See how the invention of magnifying lenses opened new windows into the cosmos and microcosmos. And learn how happy accidents led to the lucky discovery of antibiotics, X-rays, electricity, pulsars, and even the big bang. Timelines of Science is not just about science – it’s also a book about human endeavor. The stories of discovery are told through the lives of extraordinary people who often dared to challenge conventional wisdom in their trailblazing pursuit

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.

A visually stimulating practice book to accompany English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course English 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 addi

Gain a complete understanding of Grades 6, 7 and 8 STEM subjects.From atoms and rocketships to vaccines and the human nervous system, this fully illustrated home learning workbook will help your child be at the top of their science class! This engaging science book for kids makes tricky topics and challenging concepts completely crystal clear! Here's what's inside: - Covers the core STEM topics, from biology, chemistry and physics, to technology. - Clearly laid out with easy-to-follow instructions for children to use by themselves. - Answers are given at the back of the book. - Practice questions and practical exercises to help expand your child's knowledge of the subject. Take your child's STEM learning to the next levelDid you know that many plants have a transport system to carry water and nutrients wherever they are needed? Or that most power stations around the world burn fossil fuels to make electricity? Packed with fascinating facts, fun graphics and step-by-step explanations, t

STEM subjects are where the future's at. Now you can be a science superstar with this colorful practice book. Are you a budding Einstein? Or do you need a little more help to avoid falling behind in science class? DK's How to be Good at Science, Technology, and Engineering course book for children aged 7-14 now has two accompanying workbooks: Workbook 1 covers ages 7-11 and Workbook 2 covers ages 11-14. These workbooks will help to cement everything you need to know about "STE" subjects through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra revision practice before that important test. Workbook 2 is aimed at children aged 11-14 (Grades 6, 7, and 8 in the US), and covers all the key areas of the school curriculum for this level, including genes and DNA, atoms and molecules, chemical reactions, the periodic table, heat transfer, electricity and magnetism

Start learning English as a second language with this visually stimulating practice book for children ages 6-9. Accompanying the English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this beautifully illustrated workbook features an abundance of vocabulary and grammar exercises for children learning English as a foreign language. When it comes to languages, practice really does make perfect! This work book guides young linguistic learners through exercises and activities to consolidate what they've learnt and build confidence in their skills.Making use of a range of both familiar and new exercise mechanisms, this practice book is an invaluable research tool to test the vocabulary and grammar structures taught in the course book. Immerse yourself in this practical ESL learning material, which includes: -Over 1,000 vocabulary and grammar exercises -Lay-flat binding, making the book easier to write in -Extensive accompanying audio resources that can be accessed via the website and the app -The

Start learning English as a second language with this visually stimulating practice book for children ages 6-9. Accompanying the English for Everyone Junior: Beginner's Course, this beautifully illustrated workbook features an abundance of vocabulary and grammar exercises for children learning English as a foreign language. When it comes to languages, practice really does make perfect! This work book guides young linguistic learners through exercises and activities to consolidate what they've learnt and build confidence in their skills.Making use of a range of both familiar and new exercise mechanisms, this practice book is an invaluable research tool to test the vocabulary and grammar structures taught in the course book. Immerse yourself in this practical ESL learning material, which includes: -Over 1,000 vocabulary and grammar exercises -Lay-flat binding, making the book easier to write in -Extensive accompanying audio resources that can be accessed via the website and the app -The

Start learning English as a second language with this visually stimulating practice book for adults. Accompanying the English for Everyone Course Book Level 1 Beginner, this illustrated workbook features abundant vocabulary and grammar exercises for adults learning English as a foreign language. When it comes to languages, practice really does make perfect! This workbook guides linguistic learners through exercises and activities to consolidate what they’ve learned and build confidence in their skills.Using a range of familiar and new exercise mechanisms, this practice book is an invaluable research tool to test the vocabulary and grammar structures taught in the course book. Immerse yourself in this practical ESL learning material, which includes: Over 1,000 vocabulary and grammar exercisesLay-flat binding, making the book easier to write inExtensive accompanying audio resources that can be accessed via the website and the appThe same unit-by-unit structure as the English for Everyone

Dive into a world of gross facts and discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky. This irresistibly disgusting book for children will teach you all you need to know about all kinds of animal and human waste and goo - what it's for, how it's made, where it goes, and lots more. Did you know that the global population produces more than a million tons of poo every day? Or that the ancient Egyptians used animal excrement in their medicine? That sea cucumbers can vomit their sticky insides when threatened, yet still survive? Children aged 9+ will love all these facts and more, presented either with jaw-dropping CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography - plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore: 1,000 jaw-dropping, mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. Stunning CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.Science bo

From animals to the internet, pandemics to climate change, this children’s encyclopedia is packed with everything you need to know.Explore galleries of intriguing objects on a range of topics, from plants to space, and from sports to ancient civilizations. Whether it's the earliest photograph taken or the latest rover on Mars, see the world – and beyond – as you have never seen it before. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia takes you on a fascinating journey from the past to present – and into the future!Prepare to build your knowledge on a wide range of topics, including space, earth, nature, science, technology, history, culture and society, and entertainment.Developed, written, and checked by experts, Our World in Pictures: An Encyclopedia of Everything is a must-have reference book for every child's library.

Behold the brilliant bugs that lurk beneath every log and leaf - from bright butterflies to organized ants - in this illustrated guide.Become an eyewitness to the many different varieties of insects in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the world of creepy-crawlies. Children will be mesmerized by their different varieties, body-structures, life cycles, and behaviors - from why bees make honey to which insects have ears on their knees. This illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ reveals what the earliest insects looked like, how insects fly, and what a wasp's-eye-view looks like. Learn how insects - often seen as pests by humans - perform a vital role as pollinators of food crops. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on insects, 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

Beautifully illustrated in Eric Carle's signature style, this first encyclopedia is perfect for curious kids who love to learn.Take part in an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about everything from science and space to animals and dinosaurs. Travel around the world to explore the continents, discover where different animals live, learn all about the people who came before us, and find out how your body works in this colorful and charming first reference book for children aged 5-7. Young learners can find out all about light and sound, the planets in the Solar System, how plants grow, and much, much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to common core subjects. For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this must-have children’s encyclopedia features:Fascinating facts about the world around us ideal for curious young learners Clear images and stunning photography throughout Organized into chapters by theme, including space, geog

The ultimate book of knowledge for kids aged 7 to 9, this all-encompassing children's encyclopedia contains all the information your child needs, explained clearly and checked by experts.This revised edition includes 16 brand-new pages, plus updates to existing content.DK Children’s Encyclopedia is an engaging, traditional-style general reference book for kids covering all the core subjects including Arts, People, History, Earth, Nature, Science, Technology, Space, and the Human Body. This book for children is a must-have resource for every child’s shelf, with age-appropriate, jargon-free text accompanied by stunning, detailed images covering over 250 topics all in one place. It’s an essential encyclopedia for any child who wants to discover as much as possible about the world around them.Packed with information, each single-page entry in this fantastic children’s encyclopedia features a key topic explained in concise text accompanied by gorgeous visuals, fun facts, and extensive cross

This stunning visual guide explores and explains the defining eras, key moments, and outstanding people that have made history.In the same series as the New Children’s Encyclopedia and DK Visual Encyclopedias of Science, Art, and Geography (among others), this brand new history encyclopedia will help children, parents, and educators grasp the events, personalities, and inventions that have changed the world. From the earliest civilizations in Mesopotamia and India to the rise of populism in the US and China’s growth as a global power, this book gives you the facts about all major historical periods.Illustrated with over 1,500 photographs, artifacts, and maps, History: A Visual Encyclopedia is a way in to understanding the diversity of world history, from the African kingdoms that predated colonialism and the cultures of the pre-Colombian Americas to the dynasties that have ruled China for thousands of years and the many empires that have come and gone over the centuries in Asia and Eur

Explore the science behind more than 200 questions about our planet.DK’s exciting new Earth encyclopedia answers children's biggest geography questions, covering volcanoes, earthquakes, oceans, and more!Did you know that the Earth’s largest waterfall is underwater, or that mountains grow? This fantastic children's book, ideal for ages 6-8, will help inquisitive minds find out the answers to all the questions they may have, and some they haven't thought of yet! Can you freeze in a desert? Can humans make it rain? Is there life on moss? Covering amazing landforms, deep-sea wonders, and awesome weather, Did you know? Earth helps children get a grip on the huge topic that is our planet. The book introduces important issues such as global warming and plastics in the ocean, alongside key geography topics so that children can learn all about how nature works, and discover what we can do to keep the Earth healthy. Get your children learning with this amazing Earth book, which is packed with fa