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See the world through Faith Ringgold's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces. Have you ever wondered exactly what your favorite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books to keep and collect, created in full collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Faith Ringgold, meet inspiring American activist Faith Ringgold. Step into her life and learn what led her to mix different media and craft powerful stories into quilts. Travel with her from Harlem, New York, to Europe, Ghana, and Nigeria. Pick a cause that you care about and try combining it with fabric or sculpture to make your own artworks! In this series, follow the artists' stories and find intriguing facts about their environments and key masterpieces. Then see what you can see and make your own art. Take a closer look at landscapes

See the world through Hokusai's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces. Have you ever wondered exactly what your favorite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books to keep and collect, created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Hokusai, meet groundbreaking Japanese artist Hokusai. Step into his life and learn what led him to create more than 30,000 works of art, including his famous woodcut views of The Great Wave off Kanagawa and Mount Fuji. Discover how he planned to live to 110 and even produced the first ever pieces of manga! Have a go at making your own printed artworks. In this series, follow the artists' stories and find intriguing facts about their environments and key masterpieces. Then see what you can see and make your own art. Take a closer look at landscap

Take a sideways look at the dog--from head to tail, and everything in between. That humans all over the world love dogs is beyond doubt, but do we really understand our four-legged friends, beyond their wet noses and wagging tails? How Dogs Work is packed with canine insight. Fun infographics give you all the essential facts and stats, and lead you through the world of dogs in pictures--from how dogs evolved from the wolf to our favorite pet, through the different breeds, to the finer points of working dogs and show dogs. But as the title suggests, it's also a practical guide to understanding dogs. Can you read their ears? Do you know the angle of the head that indicates a dog is dreaming of squirrels, and not listening to you? This fully illustrated guide will translate this body language and other curious canine behavior. So after your dog has taken you for a walk, put up your feet and enjoy this irresistible read

This remarkable reference book tells the story of science from earliest times to the present day, taking in everything from ancient Greek geometry to quantum physics, and the wedge to the worldwide web. Exploring science in a thematic, highly approachable manner, each spread takes as its theme a specific event, discovery, invention, experiment, theory, or individual and explains why this subject was so significant in the development of scientific thought and what its impact on history has been. In addition to providing a broad-ranging and comprehensive history of science, the book also explains how science works, employing DK's trademark clarity and visual ingenuity to render tricky scientific subjects easily comprehensible. Science is structured chronologically with five chapters covering major phases in world history from ancient times to the present day, with an eye to the future. Within these chapters, subjects are arranged in discrete spreads, each of which takes a key scientific

The world is filled with curious objects made by plants, animals, and even by the Earth itself. Dive into this collection of more than 100 intriguing items from the natural world and discover the stories behind them. Learn how huge whales eat tiny animals from looking at their bristly teeth, why butterflies shine and glitter in the sunlight from seeing their minute wing scales, how plants transport water and food around from examining a delicate leaf skeleton, and what makes every snowflake unique from admiring their miniature, branching crystals of ice. Birds' eggs, a lump of coal, a glass sponge skeleton, a cacao pod, a mermaid's purse, a fossil human footprint, an ear of corn, a pine cone, an owl pellet, and a chrysalis--all tell a story. Arranged by animal, vegetable, or mineral, objects are shown with truly stunning photography and colorful illustrations to help explain the science behind them. The lively descriptions by best-selling nature writer Ben Hoare explore the remarkable

Help young children discover the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and learn as they play with this set of 17 colorful flashcards.Introduce children to dinosaurs with this collection of vibrant, sturdy p

Explore the everyday miracle of the microscopic world With spectacular macro photography and microscope images, this book reveals a hidden, living world full of intricate structures beyond the naked eye. Included are the tiniest insects and spiders; but looking deeper, you will discover truly microscopic creatures--even bacteria and viruses. Earth is home to more microbes, and more different types of microbes, than any other living organism. Bacteria on Earth outweigh humans by 1,100 to 1; and without them, all world ecosystems would collapse. This book reveals this vital, unseen realm, but it includes large life-forms too, in extreme close-up, so that you can wonder at the beauty of a pollen grain, a butterfly egg, the spore of a fungus, and the nerve cell of a human. The spectacular imagery in Micro Life exploits cutting-edge technology, such as focus-stacked macro photographs, as well as micrographs (microscope images) including scanning electron micrographs. Illustrations nearby ex

Meet a magical family living in a magical home in Disney's new movie Encanto and in this fun sticker book. Travel to Colombia with this ultimate sticker book, featuring beautiful images and artwork from Disney's new movie Encanto. Discover all the key characters, including Mirabel Madrigal and her family, and encounter the magic of the Encanto. Disney Encanto Ultimate Sticker Book will help kids to relive the wonder of Disney's newest movie. Fun stickering activities will keep kids aged 5-7 entertained for hours and, with more than 100 stickers, there are plenty of extra stickers, too.

Discover how to build your dream LEGO houses - with tips and techniques from expert LEGO builders. Create 30 incredible LEGO homes. Build a beautiful thatched cottage, make a cool treehouse, create a fantasy home with a slide, spook your friends with a haunted house, and much more. From foundations and roofs to balconies and microscale buildings, learn everything you need to create your own LEGO houses. You can build anything (c)2021 The LEGO Group

Discover how to build your dream LEGO cars - with tips and techniques from expert LEGO builders. Create 30 incredible LEGO vehicles. Race speedy sports cars, build a camper van for a road trip, create a space buggy for an intergalactic mission, make an ice-cream van for unlimited treats, and much more. From chassis and bumpers to windscreens and spoilers, learn everything you need to create your own LEGO cars. You can build anything (c)2021 The LEGO Group

A pocket of paradise, Vietnam has a wealth of sights and experiences waiting to be discovered.Whether you want to sample steaming bowls of pho at street food stalls in Hanoi, marvel at colonial archit

Help your daughter to fulfil her potential and achieve success in a challenging world.Does your beautiful, talented daughter constantly put herself down? Is she stuck in a cycle of comparing herself t

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Thailand will lead you straight to the best attractions this country has to offer.Whether you’re traveling to major destinations such as Bangkok and Phuket or want to exper

You've caught your very first Pok mon What do you do now? Should you groom your Pok mon? What does your Pok mon like to eat?Does your Pok mon need exercise?How many Pok mon should you have? Pok mon need to be looked after and nurtured. From where to find a Snorlax to the treats that your Pikachu will love, learn the secrets to caring for Pok mon with this handy guide. How To Care For Your Pok mon is the perfect gift for any budding Pok mon Trainer. (c) 2021 The Pok mon Company International. (c) 1995 - 2021 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. TM, (R), and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.

Uncover the Paris scene with this insider’s guideHome to world-class museums, cutting-edge haute cuisine, and a shopping scene like no other, this elegant city is endlessly enticing. But it’s not all

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Uncover the London scene with this insider’s guideHome to world-class art galleries, staggering skyscrapers, and a global restaurant scene like no other, this cosmopolitan capital is a cultural coloss

From Tyrannosaurus and saber-toothed cats, to ferns and woolly mammoths, every page will captivate young readers as they travel through the history of the Earth. This collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults, too. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate fern leaf, and perfectly preserved woolly mammoth, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Each plant or animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding the organisms, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out why Pachycephalosaurus had such a thick head, how a coral fossil can be used to work out how long a prehistoric year was, and which fossil was thought to protect people from poison. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest

A cheerful, optimistic handbook for parents and carers shaping the next generation of responsible global citizens - ready to change the world for the better! Our children have the energy, capacity, and passion to create and nurture a global culture in which inclusion, acceptance, respect, and participation are the core values that underpin a human being's every interaction. As parents and caregivers, our job is to help our children take their first steps along that path. Raising truly globally minded, and socially conscious children happens at home and in the community. Children can be inspired, equipped, and mobilized to make a difference in the world. By encouraging values such as responsible and kind use of social media, respect, open mindedness, empathy, a sense of community, parents can help to shape a new generation of emotionally intelligent, outward-looking, politically ethical world citizens. Relevant to parents of children of all ages--from toddlers to teens--the book gives p

Discover everything you've ever wanted to know about Star Wars in this complete history of the most famous franchise in movie history. Painstakingly researched and superbly illustrated, Star Wars(TM) Year By Year: A Visual History, New Edition presents a unique Star Wars timeline-the full history of the amazing Star Wars phenomenon as you've never seen it before. This stunning visual journey features trivia and cultural cornerstones from director George Lucas' early life through to the iconic movie stills, comic books, novels, toys, video games, and theme parks that have spawned from five decades of seminal film making. Fully updated and expanded, this edition encompasses all nine episodes of the original, prequel, and sequel trilogies, along with the standalone movies Rogue One and Solo, and the acclaimed television series, The Mandalorian. Produced in full collaboration with Lucasfilm and written by renowned Star Wars experts, Star Wars Year by Year: A Visual History, New Edition is

Add some sparkle to your LEGO® building with more than 50 magical model ideas!Use your LEGO collection to create enchanted forests, mythical creatures, fairies, superheroes, wands, and much more.Plus,

Explore the magic of holidays at Hogwarts Features Harry Potter minifigure in Yule Ball robes. Enter the festive world of LEGO(R) Harry Potter(TM) and visit Hogwarts for a spellbinding winter holiday. Celebrate the season with your favorite LEGO Harry Potter minifigures and join them for a feast in the Great Hall. Admire the castle's decorations and get ready to hit the dance floor at the Yule Ball. Head to the Gryffindor common room to play a game of wizard chess, warm up in front of a roaring log fire, and join Harry as he exchanges gifts with friends. Sprinkled with festive scenes and the latest LEGO Advent Calendars, sets, and minifigures, this is the perfect gift for young LEGO Harry Potter fans. LEGO Harry Potter: Holidays At Hogwarts comes with a Harry Potter minifigure in Yule Ball robes. (c) & (TM) Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights (c) JKR. (s20). (c)2020 The LEGO Group.

True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Iceland covers all the country’s major sights and attractions in easy-to-use “top 10” lists that help you plan the vacation that’s right for you.Se

10 chapters focus on each step of the journey through loss, using personal experiences, practical suggestions and professional advice to illustrate the different ways people can navigate their own jou

Welcome to the wonderful world of Finch Bakery!Lauren and Rachel Finch, founders of Finch Bakery, share their best-kept secrets to decorating all-out celebration cakes and let you in on their top baki

Meet the world's mightiest Super Hero team: The Avengers This comprehensive guide to the characters of Earth's mightiest Super Hero team features in-depth profiles on every Avenger--their powers, their allies, their key storylines, and their foes. Featuring fan-favorites Iron-Man, Spider-Man, Hulk, Black Widow, Captain America, Thor, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, and the supervillain Thanos. These are Marvel's mighty Avengers.

Discover the natural world with LEGO® bricks!Did you know there’s a plant that eats insects? And a mammal that can fly? LEGO® Super Nature is packed full of fascinating facts from the natural world, a

Get hands-on with 25 creative projects and experiments that will turn you into a math whizz. Explore the exciting world of numbers Whether you're a math geek or prefer practical hands-on projects, thi

Discover and understand the key ideas that underpin the core science of biology and learn about the great minds who uncovered them. Written in plain English, The Biology Book is packed with short, pit

Experts of every kind are queueing up to warn us that lack of sleep, or the wrong kind, will bring down a bewildering array of dire consequences. Heather Darwall-Smith's message in this book is simple: don't panic Humans are biologically programmed to sleep, and by interrogating all the factors - sociological, physiological, neurological, and psychological - that might be impeding this innate instinct, each of us can work out the changes we can make in our own lifestyles to allow ourselves to sleep naturally again. Understand and transform your sleep habits, one night at a time.

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic

Explore the busy streets, exciting food, and historic sights of Tokyo. Learn the must-sees of this amazing capital city.Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Tokyo. • Detailed itineraries and “don’t-

Tokyo is a city of complementary contrasts – a truly modern metropolis where futuristic architecture and cutting-edge technology stand shoulder-to-shoulder with ancient temples and centuries-old art a

Enter Jurassic World and discover all your favorite LEGO(R) Jurassic World(TM) dinosaurs. Join dinosaur trainer Owen Grady and dinosaur expert Claire Dearing to learn all about Jurassic World and its

Enter Jurassic World and discover all your favorite LEGO(R) Jurassic World(TM) dinosaurs. Join dinosaur trainer Owen Grady and dinosaur expert Claire Dearing to learn all about Jurassic World and its

Enter the world of oceans and the animals that live in them. Swim with jellyfish, wonder at the busy life of a seagrass meadow, and fence with narwhals.Fish, sharks, whales, and invertebrates swim thr