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From the ancient Greeks to the Aztecs, people across the world have created a rich tapestry of stories, characters, and beliefs to explain the mysteries of creation and the forces of nature and death

Animal Disguises is about the secret world of animal camouflage. Learn how some animals use disguises to catch their prey while others use camouflage to avoid being eaten. Read about dangerous predat

This authoritative reference book brings world history to life, from early humans to the current war on terror. Along the way, it reveals riveting facts on the founding of the great Roman Empire, the

Oceans and Seas introduces readers to the fascinating underwater world, from the deepest oceans to the shallows, and the creatures and plants that make salt water their home. Discover the rare mola m

This ideal first dictionary for 5- to 8-year-olds contains over 1,500 core words from alligator to zipper, carefully selected to complement books that children of this age are beginning to read. Revi

Animal Babies in Rainforests focuses on animals living in the leafy corners of the world. From tapirs and lemurs to gorillas and jaguars, the creatures of the rainforest will tempt children to learn

Children who love to track ants wherever they wander will enjoy this inside look at the everyday life of this fascinating insect, as they explore the similarities and differences to themselves.

Children love nothing more than an afternoon in the park. And what better way to relive these experiences than by pointing out the roundabout and the sandpit to Mom and Dad in In the Park?

From the sublime skills of Pelé to a day in the life of a professional soccer player, this gloriously illustrated book explores every aspect of the game. Rules, skills, and tactics are clearly e

On the Move covers all the popular means of transport from bikes to cars and planes—and a few more besides!

Read about piracy through the ages, from the Caribbean to the South China Seas. Learn about pirate ships flags, and daily life for the crew. What exactly was pirate treasure? What happened to pirates

The Kingfisher Student Atlas is designed specially to meet the needs of school-age children. The clear layout and color locator maps make it exceptionally easy for them to find more than 10,000 place

Explore the realm of the world's most terrifying animals -- from the largest lions to tiny mosquitoes.

Packed with crisp photography, engaging activities, and clear explanations, Rocks and Fossils is an authoritative and fun guide to this favorite subject.

In the desolate depths of a perilous placethe bogeyman lurks, with a snarl on his face.Never dare, never dare to approach his dark lairfor he's waiting . . . just waiting . . . to get you. —Jack P

From crabs and starfish to shovels and pails, At the Beach introduces toddlers to the fun and familiar sights and sounds of the seashore in Spanish and English.

A young snail faces many challenges as it tries to grow safely into an adult. All the facts a young child needs to understand the life of this intriguing backyard creature are packed into this engagin

This reptilian resource explains everything from "Why do lizards lose their tails?" to "What makes a crocodile smile?"

I Wonder Why books have proven to be wonderful resources to have at hand to answer kids' everyday questions. This new addition to the series reins in a herd of questions children like to ask abou

This delightful early learning book is the perfect way to introduce young children to basic concepts of shape, size, and appearance. The colorful images, clear captions, and probing questions will en

From crabs and starfish to shovels and pails, At the Beach introduces toddlers to the fun and familiar sights and sounds of the seashore. These lively and entertaining board books are just right for

The Kingfisher Children's Bible brings Bible stories and events memorably to life for all the family to share. With beautiful, full-color illustrations on every spread and dynamic retellings that wil

Join the crew, and prepare to explore the galaxy. This colorful book introduces young readers to the amazing world of space, space travel, and the vehicles we use to explore it. Large, colorful spre

Find out how much fun and how simple chess can be with this full color guide. Geared toward both the beginner and the chess aficionado, International Grandmaster Daniel King shows you how to play the

Take a close-up look at the great dynasties and civilizations of North, Central, and South America, but remember to pay attention to the sightseer tips -- you don't want to become a human sacrifice.

"Big Bold fire engines, waiting day and night, Ready for a rescue or a blazing fire to fight. As soon as there's a fire alarm, the engines start to roar. The firefighters jump aboard..it rumbles out t

This informative and activity-filled reference introduces younger children to human biology in a lively and accessible way. The book's thematic structure makes it easy for young readers to understan

Reissued with a dramatic, high-spec new cover with flaps, this new edition of Homer’s classic poem will captivate a new generation of readersA dramatic retelling of Homer's classic tale The Odyssey.Kingfisher Epics are action-packed retellings of classic tales and legends, with all the exhilaration and immediacy of their original versions. Magnificent black-and-white illustrations bring the heroic deeds depicted in these stories dramatically to life. These stories have enthralled readers for centuries, and Kingfisher Epics make them accessible to a new generation of children.The Trojan War is over, and the battle-weary soldier Odysseus sets out for home. On his way Odysseus faces many dangers sent by the gods to test him. Will he outwit the one-eyed giant Cyclops, the cunning enchantress Circe, and the terrifying monsters Scylla and Charybdis? This dramatic retelling of Homer's epic story retains all the excitement of the original.Robin Lister’s fast-paced, lyrical retelling is perfect

Reissued with a dramatic, high-spec new cover with flaps, this new edition of Homer's classic poem will captivate a new generation of readersA dramatic retelling of Homer's classic tale The Iliad.Kingfisher Epics are action-packed retellings of classic tales and legends, with all the exhilaration and immediacy of their original versions. Magnificent black-and-white illustrations bring the heroic deeds depicted in these stories dramatically to life. These stories have enthralled readers for centuries, and Kingfisher Epics make them accessible to a new generation of children.When Helen is kidnapped by Paris, a Trojan prince, the Greek army lays siege to Troy. The Iliad tells of the nine-year war for revenge, thrillingly recounting the fierce battles between both armies' greatest warriors. This dramatic retelling of Homer's epic story retains all the excitement of the original.Nick McCarty’s fast-paced, lyrical retelling is perfectly pitched for grades 4 and above, while the evocative bla

Newly available in paperback, this is a visually stunning book about all kinds of wings―not just those on airplanes!Wings takes readers on a fact-packed flight over a fascinating subject.Written by Tracey Turner, it offers a bird’s-eye view of the first airplanes, the fastest jet planes, beetles, birds, winged horses, flying dragons―even winged unicorns. There's fun, easy-to-read information on wings of all kinds, including plenty of STEM material, presented in a mixture of text and speech bubbles that's perfect for readers aged 7 plus.With Fatti Burke’s stylish and colorful illustrations, Wings is a wonderful journey of discovery.

Newly available in paperback, this is a perfect first atlas—packed with fun and information about the perenially popular topic of dinosaursBeautifully illustrated by children's artist Anthony Lewis, with lively age-appropriate text by zoologist and environmentalist David Burnie, First Dinosaur Picture Atlas explains where dinosaurs came from and how they lived in different habitats across the world.Travel around the globe and identify different species of dinosaur in this absorbing look-and-find book. In addition to the colorful maps showing the world's continents, superb full-page illustrations take readers deeper into the different habitats of the prehistoric world to show how and where dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures lived. This look-and-find atlas will delight young children and is the perfect first dinosaur reference book for both home and school.

Kingfisher's encyclopedias are award-winning, information-packed reference books for all the family. The new, updated editions are beautiful versions of these trusted favorites--perfect for gifts and reference alike. If you want one history encyclopedia, this is it! History leaps from the page in this completely revised and updated edition of the critically acclaimed Kingfisher History Encyclopedia. From man's earliest history right through to the technological and social revolutions of the current day, including equality, the climate crisis, and space exploration, this trusted reference provides a one-stop source for research, and is the perfect companion to any study of world history. The encyclopedia is organized chronologically and then thematically within each time period. A timeline runs across the top of each page for context. Each section includes biographies of important people and key features on the art, architecture, and technology of the period. No more hunting and pecking

An inspiring and colorful celebration of diversity.There are BILLIONS of wonderful ways to be human―as many ways as there are people on planet Earth. We Are All Different is an inspiring celebration o

An entertaining and informative exploration of the human body, from the big boss sending out orders in the brain to waste being sorted and delivered out of the body.The Human Body Factory splits the h

It's All About... Slithering Snakes tells you everything you want to know about snakes: how they use their senses, which is the most deadly, why snakes shed their skin, and so much more!Packed with de

It's All About... Scary Spiders tells you everything you want to know about spiders.Read about how they spin their webs and the different ways they hunt for prey! Discover the amazing variety of spide

How Many Hairs On a Grizzly Bear? And Other Big Questions about Numbers introduces children to a world of fascinating information about the infinite world of numbers.Through vibrant, playful illustrat

Winning the Vote for Women helps readers imagine what it was like to actually be in the United States at the passing of the 19th Amendment in 1919. Blended with stunning photographs and lively artwork

Imagine You Were There-Walking on the Moon helps readers imagine what it was like to actually be part of the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing.Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork,

Discover everything you need to know about one of the world's fastest growing sports-women's soccer-with She Shoots, She Scores.Capturing the triumph and despair of key moments in women's world soccer