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Space: A Children’s Encyclopedia is completely revised and updated for 2020, with new images and information to cover the latest developments in all things space-y.From Space travel and exploration to

Whether browsing for fun or just looking up that key fact, children will be drawn in and mesmerized by the hundreds of exciting images and surprising information in these dinosaur profiles.Dinosaur reconstructions and the latest fossil finds bring back to life the bone-crunching teeth of the Tyrannosaurus rex, the astonishingly large body of the Argentinosaurus, and the plane-size wings of the soaring Quetzalcoatlus. Page-by-page profiles on dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals reveal new facts that reflect the latest paleontological research, supported by data boxes on each animal’s size, group, habitat, time period, diet, and fossil discovery. See the fastest, largest, and fiercest creatures, browse their habitats, learn about their claws and spikes, and find out how their fossils help scientists piece together hidden clues about their lives. This must-have dinosaur book for children ages 8–12 profiles all the major types of dinosaurs as well as ancient fish, other prehistoric re

Maps can help you find your way around the vastness of space, from planets to galaxies and beyond. Inside this book you will discover fascinating celestial bodies and the machines that help people on Earth to explore them. Follow the routes of robotic explorers as they zoom through the solar system. Discover maps to guide you into the hidden interiors of the planets and to discover towering mountains and ice-spouting volcanoes. Explore the Moon's surface, the constellations, black holes, the power of the Sun, and much more. This unique book features an encyclopedic range of out-of-this world subjects for children who want to find out everything there is to know about space. The third title in the Explore series, Explore: Space uses maps to introduce need-to-know topics in an inviting, visual way. This book is also packed with diagrams and information to help curious children learn more about each topic. Beautifully illustrated and filled with facts, Explore: Space is a book that young

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

Discover all there is to know about human anatomy in DK's latest concise visual guide to the human body. Fully updated to reflect the latest medical information, The Concise Human Body Book is illustr

Become an eyewitness to the high-flying world of aircraft and the history of flight. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of incredible flying machines. Children can learn all about the history and science of humanity's most incredible feat: flying! Find out about how technology made flight possible, which tools pilots use, and how taking to the skies has shaped human history.Throughout the pages of this children’s guide to aviation, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature. - A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text. - Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.Eyewitness Flight gives a detailed overview of all things aircraft for kids aged 9+, including helicopters, gliders, zeppelins, monoplanes, biplanes, and even triplanes. Using full-colour photographs of different types of aviation, including an aircraft from Leonardo da Vinci's wing machines to jet airliner

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.

Discover the key ideas, innovations, and breakthroughs in the history of design.This book is the perfect introduction to the subject. It explores and explains the big ideas and key principles behind more than 90 celebrated design concepts and movements, placing each in its historical, cultural, and stylistic context.The Design Book analyses the ideas and principles behind the design of pioneering products,information systems and environments, exploring how creativity and innovation shape our lives,from the aesthetic movement to mid-century modern and contemporary parametricism.In this book, you will find:The evolution of design from ancient times, through early manufacturing to the cutting-edge concepts of the 21st-century.Profiles of the individuals and manufacturers behind each ground-breaking development.Fascinating insight into design movements, showing how each one began and describing its philosophy and visual style.Using the Big Ideas series' trademark combination of clear expla

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

A feast of soccer facts, plus everything you need to know about action on the field and behind the scenes at the stadium.This book is a visual guide to the world’s most popular game, from the rules of the game to the top tournaments – the information leaps right off the page! Learn about historic ball games and the birth of soccer. Learn the laws of the game and the new technology that referees use to make vital decisions. See what it takes to run a club and keep the players in tip-top shape. There’s a chapter, too, on all the international trophies and tournaments, including the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Copa América, and the Olympic Games. This new edition includes updates to soccer’s roll of honor to include the latest tournament winners. Packed with vital tips and tricks, as well as astounding facts and mind-boggling stats, Everything You Need to Know About Soccer is a winner!