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Micro Life combines graceful design and beautiful photography to provide an elegant introduction to microscopic nature. 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...

Have the world in your hands with these compact, affordable, illustrated natural history guides. Did you know culinary salt is the mineral halite? Or that the pigment vermillion is powdered cinnabar, a mineral whose name comes from the Persian for “dragon’s blood”? Discover the extraordinary mineral treasures that form our planet and that today we use in everything, from makeup...

A fun, fact-packed introduction to DNA - the molecule of life - for young science enthusiasts It's inside every living plant and animal, from the tiniest seed to the person standing next to you, but how much do you know about DNA? From why we have different coloured eyes to why we age, this book gives children an in-depth look...

A beautifully illustrated book featuring an interactive picture wheel that little fingers will love turning to reveal the wonders of the park We're off to the park! But what will we find there and what should we do? Turn the pages and spin the wheel to begin your adventure like no other! Head down to the playground and have a...

A fun way to learn and memorize all the elements of the periodic table. Get to grips with the periodic table with this fact-packed quiz book! The periodic table sets out the humble ingredients of everything in the Universe, but with 118 elements, that's a lot of ingredients to remember! This is where Quiz Yourself Clever! The Periodic Table comes...

A fun way to learn how your amazing body works Find out how the human body works, from your molars to your metatarsals! This colourful deck of 125 durable, high-gloss cards takes you on a tour of the human body. The cards are grouped according to the 11 systems in the body, including the muscular, skeletal, digestive, and reproductive systems....

A set of 105 beautifully illustrated flash cards for children learning to read and speak French. Make learning new vocabulary fun with this pack of 105 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Introducing 100 essential first words, these cards are perfect for children learning French as a first or second language. French for Everyone Junior First Words Flash Cards have been designed...

Wholesome, easy-to-prep, one-pot recipes designed to save you time and energy. Discover 75 super-simple slow cooker recipes, perfect for budget-friendly cooking, stress-free mid-week dinners, and wholesome family favourites. With The Complete Slow Cooker Cookbook, you'll enjoy all-in-one winter warmers like curries, casseroles, and comforting soups and stews. Your slow cooker unlocks easy leave-alone cooking for traditional cuts of meats, plus...

A comprehensive, factual, unbiased account of the history and traditions of the Islamic faith - part of the best-selling Big Ideas series Learn about the history and traditions of the Islamic faith in The Islam 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...

Why Is the Sky Blue? is an enthralling early encyclopedia that answers more than 200 questions that children ask about science. This revised edition of DK's science encyclopedia addresses children's biggest questions about scientific exploration, covering forces and energy, materials, the human body, the living world, and our planet. Why does chocolate melt? Where does wind come from? How do...

Meet the mighty fish that have ruled the oceans since prehistoric times. A picture-packed guide to the extraordinary shark family. Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale...

A comprehensive science encyclopaedia which focuses on the amazing ways in which science has shaped the world around us. Put your safety goggles on and enter the fascinating world of science with this visually stunning encyclopaedia. Perfect for curious kids, Super Science presents the wonders of science as never seen before. Explore the clever and cutting-edge ways science can impact...

Discover a unicorn adventure in this new addition to the hugely successful Pop-up! Peekaboo! series. Meet colourful unicorns as they explore a magical kingdom in this cute baby board book with flaps to lift and pop-ups to enjoy... Join Moonbeam the purple unicorn as she searches for a friend in the enchanted forest and Sunshine the yellow unicorn as she...

Your toddler will enjoy a world of pop-up dog surprises with Pop-Up Peekaboo! Woof! Woof! Play hide and seek and find lots of cuddly dogs in this cute children's pop-up book... Ducky, Froggy, and the gang are looking for their pet pooches, and they're all hiding behind the pop-up flaps. Splashy Dog is hiding in a bucket, Speedy Dog is...

A fun way to learn about dinosaurs and prehistoric life. Discover a range of dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, from tiny theropods to massive mammoths! This colourful deck of 125 durable, high-gloss cards welcomes you to the age of dinosaurs, where you can meet more than 100 species, ranging from the colossal Argentinosaurus to the tiny Megazostrodon, and everything in...

A collection of all the most amazing LEGO mechs including LEGO Ninjago, LEGO Batman, and LEGO Jurassic World. Learn the incredible battle secrets of amazing LEGO mechs and compare your favourites. From Lloyd's Titan Mech to Spiderman's Spider Mech, discover all the most fearsome LEGO mechs and what gives them the edge in battle. Find out how many mechs Batman...

A set of 100 beautifully illustrated flash cards, with accompanying audio, for children learning to read and speak English. Make learning new vocabulary fun with these beautifully illustrated flash cards. Introducing 100 essential first words with accompanying audio, these cards are perfect for children beginning to learn English as a second language. English for Everyone Junior First Words Flash Cards...

Illustrated guide to where and how the first great civilizations lived, shown on maps. From the first cities of Sumer to the empire of the Incas, travel around the world and through 5,000 years of history to see where and how ancient peoples lived. What was it like to live in the crowded city of Rome? Why did the Egyptians...

Does your child love quirky, furry creatures? This children's book about the beloved Australian quokka will be perfect for them. In this chapter book for children, you'll visit tiny islands off the Australian coast in search of smiley quokkas. Children will be fascinated to find out why this friendly creature is described as one of the happiest animals on the...

Laugh while you learn with animals with attitude! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers. Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about dinosaurs with this fun-filled non-fiction reader. DK Super Readers Level 2 Daring Dinosaur is carefully levelled to help children progress. Photos amaze and explain, while playful illustrations keep humour at...

Learn all about a firefighter's day. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a firefighter, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Firefighter is a beautifully designed...

Learn all about a builder's day. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a builder, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader—carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Builder is a beautifully designed reader which...

Stunningly illustrated biographies of the world's greatest cities, packed with paintings, photographs, maps, and artefacts. Delve into the social and cultural history of 100 of the world's most important cities. From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today's global metropolises, cities have marked the progress of civilisation. Written in the form of illustrated "biographies", Great Cities offers a rich historical...

This highly accessible history of science brings key milestones and events to life in visual timelines. Discover the world of science as never before in this richly illustrated guide. The history of humankind has been driven by scientific discovery. From our distant ancestors learning to use tools and fire for the first time, to the modern breakthroughs that have shaped...

A fact-packed look at what garbage is and how to deal with it. Discover the key facts about waste and how we can produce less to help protect our planet. Waste management is an issue humans have encountered throughout history. We can learn a lot about the past by looking at rubbish that was buried in early rubbish dumps, called...

An illustrated guide to gemstones and crystals, the myths and stories behind them, and the world's most celebrated jewellery. Discover the history of precious, semi-precious, and organic gemstones, their scientific properties, their mythical powers, and their traditional uses. Humans have been beguiled and fascinated by gemstones and crystals since prehistory, and made use of them for everything from currency and...

A visual exploration of the movements of peoples, cultures, and ideas that brings a human perspective to a global phenomenon. Discover how the migration of peoples has shaped the modern world. This beautifully-illustrated book details the movement of people and cultures around the world—from the early migrations of Homo erectus out of Africa 50,000 years ago to modern refugee movements...

A new and fully updated edition of DK's practical guide to negotiating for managers. The practical guide that gives you the tools you need to improve your negotiation skills. Discover how to improve your negotiating skills by defining your style, preparing properly, and designing your meeting structure. Learn how to build relationships, develop trust, and negotiate fairly, and pick up...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book for curious little ones who love cuddly pet animals. Help Bonnie the Bear find her four cute pets in this adorable lift-the-flap pop-up book for little ones. Bonnie the Bear is playing hide-and-seek with her cuddly pets. Where are they hiding? Babies and toddlers can lift big flaps and see four favourite pets...

A picture-packed guide to the world's most destructive natural phenomena. Discover the Earth's most explosive volcanoes and what it's like to experience an earthquake in this picture-led guide to the hotspots of the world. This book tells you everything you need to know about the Earth's most extraordinary natural forces - from active volcanoes, including Kilanea in Hawaii and Etna...

Discover the wonders of geology with The Smithsonian Rock & Gem Box - 10 Books by DK. This captivating collection is an essential for any rock enthusiast, featuring ten comprehensive guides that explore the secrets of Earth's treasures. Included in this set are the following titles: Rock & Fossil Hunter: Experiments & Activities Unleash your inner scientist with this engaging...

An interactive lift-the-flap animal book for inquisitive young readers. Lift the flap and learn about incredible creatures and their habitats around the world. Take a tour and meet elephants in the African Savannah, caribou in the North American Arctic, and snow leopards in the desert landscapes of Mongolia and China. Explore the beautifully illustrated habitats and spot clear, real-world photographs...

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Medieval Life - an activity-packed exploration of life in the Middle Ages. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including castles and knights, running a manor, feudalism, monastic life, and the church. The book ends with charts...

Make bathtime fun with DK's Squeaky Baby Bath Books Make baby bathtime fun with DK's Squeaky Baby Bath Book- At The Beach. Safe for baby and perfect for bathtime fun or high chair play, Squeaky Baby Bath Book- At the Beach is packed with bright, squashy, waterproof pages, and a built-in squeaker making baby bathtime fun for your little one!...

A beautifully illustrated book featuring an interactive picture wheel that little fingers will love turning to reveal all the things that go, from cars and trains to rockets and hot air balloons Turn the pages and spin the wheel to learn all about the amazing things that go. Jump aboard the train before it leaves the station and see where...

Go on an adventure to meet five fun monsters in this lift-the-flap baby book with pictures that pop off the page! This colourful pop-up peekaboo book follows adorable little monsters as they hide around the house. The lively, read-aloud rhymes encourage literacy and early learning, while the surprise pop-up scenes will delight curious preschoolers. With the help of parents and...

A collection of retro, vintage stickers featuring Marvel Comics fan-favourites Captain America, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Widow, and many, many more. Celebrate the enduring legacy of Marvel Comics and more than 80 years of history in this collection of vintage stickers. Revel in classic comics artwork with stickers of all your favourite characters, including iconic heroes such as Spider-Man, Iron...

From sunset at Stonehenge to the steps of the Forbidden City, see the wonders of the world and the people who built and used them brought back to life in stunning detail. Imagine if you could travel back in time and visit the wonders of the world. Where would you go first? Incredible History: Wonders of the World turns back...

From spiralling cyclones to huge hailstones, this is the perfect guide to nature's most destructive and dangerous forces. See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes. With striking images, models, and illustrations, this visual guide offers a unique...

A fun-filled art activity book that will encourage kids to express themselves, while teaching them about key artistic styles and a selection of pioneering artists from history. Explore your creative side as you discover the artist that lies within. Each of the fun activities included in this book will teach you about a different area of art and design. Learn...

A moving illustrated account of history's most passionate and enduring love stories. For centuries, human history has been shaped by politics, power, and war - but what about love? Mark Antony's love for Cleopatra led to war between Rome and Egypt; Emperor Xuanzang of Tang relinquished the Mandate of Heaven for Yang Guifei; and the English Reformation was borne out...

The perfect gift for animal- and sticker-obsessed children, filled with heaps of expert animal facts. Kids will love learning all about the animal kingdom with this spectacular sticker encyclopedia, packed with fascinating facts and more than 600 stickers! By choosing the sticker that fits in each space, young learners will complete their very own encyclopedia of animals. This activity book...

A beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book that explores the incredible life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth, the longest-serving British monarch, and how her historic reign has shaped the world. An official Platinum Jubilee souvenir that explores the incredible life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth and how her historic reign has shaped the world. In honour of Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book for curious little ones who love sparkly mermaids. Find all the magical mermaid friends getting ready to go to the Mermaid Queen's birthday ball in this adorable lift-the-flap pop-up book for little ones. It's a special day in the mermaid world. Everyone's been invited to the underwater palace for the Mermaid Queen's birthday....

Can you find Stripy Kitten's friends hiding under the flaps? Watch out, they might jump out at you! Help Stripy Kitten find her friends in this lift-the-flap and pop-up board book for babies. This early learning lift-the-flap book is ideal for preschool and hands-on play. Rhyming text encourages early word recognition, and the colourful pop-up peekaboo surprises help develop imagination...

A colourful pop-up board book that introduces little ones to the exciting life cycle of a frog. Wander down to the water and discover how a tiny tadpole transforms into a lively, hopping frog. Does your little one know what frogspawn looks like? Can they spot a tadpole swimming? Watch the tadpole turn into a cute little frog in this...

A comprehensive collection of more than 10,000 photographs that explains everything under the Sun and beyond. Science and technology, nature, geography, culture, sports and hobbies, and history all combine in this mind-blowing visual encyclopaedia. From incredible insects and musical instruments to spacecraft and prehistoric life, and from art and earthquakes to American football and dogs, Picturepedia gives you a world...

A collection of the most important ideas in the history of thought, packed with illustrations to engage readers and stimulate discussion. The perfect book for young readers looking to explore some of life's biggest questions. Thousands of years ago, ancient philosophers asked some important questions: "What is real?", "What is everything made of?", "Why does evil exist?", and "What can...

Explore the hidden depths of the ocean with this stunning visual encyclopedia for kids. From the shimmering surface to the darkest depths, this breathtaking visual encyclopedia presents our blue planet as never before. Stunning photography, accessible information, and fascinating facts are spilling over in this essential guide to the oceans. Take a dip in all the world's waters to experience...

Life Cycles takes an innovative look at the circle of life, including animals, dinosaurs, stars, volcanoes, and even you. Shoot back in time 4.5 billion years to see how planet Earth was formed and then leap into the future to see what happens when stars die. Everything has a beginning and an end, but what happens in between? Each page...

An updated edition of the best-selling children's dinosaur encyclopedia. Journey back to the Mesozoic Era, when fearsome dinosaurs roamed the land, menacing pterosaurs patrolled the skies, and the seas were filled with awesome reptiles. See every type of prehistoric animal in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Find out how these fascinating creatures lived, why they died out, and what...

Learn all about majestic horses and their unique place alongside humans in this picture-packed reference guide for young readers. Gallop into the world of horses with this picture-packed, fact-filled book. Eyewitness Horse is an essential guide to these incredible creatures for young animal-lovers. With stunning photography and incredible facts to pour over, meet different horse breeds, from the tiny Shetland...

Little ones find nocturnal animals under peep-through flaps and explore the night-time world in different habitats and seasons. Who's wide awake while you're fast asleep? Go on an exciting night-time journey and find delightful nocturnal animals hiding under peek-through flaps. Toddlers will love exploring different habitats and seasons at night and finding out about nature and wildlife in this beautifully...

Understand sad feelings with this sweet, colourful board book. Feeling sad is a natural part of life. This colourful board book guides preschoolers through sadness with the help of cute illustrated characters. I Feel Sad helps young children understand sadness, describing possible reasons why they might get sad, the different ways sadness looks from the outside, and what to do...

A set of 75 beautifully illustrated colours, shapes, and number flash cards for children learning to read and write English. Make learning new vocabulary fun with this pack of 75 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Introducing 70 essential colours, shapes, and numbers, these cards are perfect for children learning English as a first or second language. English for Everyone Junior First...

A set of 105 beautifully illustrated animal flash cards for children learning to read and write English Make learning new vocabulary fun with this pack of 105 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Introducing 100 essential animal words, these cards are perfect for children learning English as a first or second language. English for Everyone Junior First Words Animals Flash Cards have...

Meet incredible animals in this new plastic-free touch and feel picture book series for toddlers. Take a trip down under to find a koala in this plastic-free touch and feel board book. In Where Are You Koala?, wander through the outback and woodland to meet a world of amazing Australian animals like wombats and kangaroos. Can you find the koala's...

A brilliant quiz book for clever kids - put your knowledge about planet Earth to the test and dazzle your family and friends with your brainpower! Can you find the Red Sea, Black Sea, and Yellow Sea on a map? Do you know what makes the Gobi Desert different from the Sahara? No? Then this is the book for you!...

Go on an artistic journey around the world. Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with the Children's Book of Art. You'll find out how instruments are made and played, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great artists and sculptors, from Leonardo da Vinci to Tracey Emin and Henry...

A beautifully illustrated and thoughtfully curated reading list for children. Discover your next read with this carefully curated list from We Need Diverse Books. Check out 100 must-read books to try before you're 12! Packed with reviews, recommendations, and exclusive author interviews, The Reading Adventure - 100 Books To Check Out Before You're 12 will inspire young readers to discover...

A highly illustrated, interactive, and educational activity book for children aged 8-12 Learn essential facts about volcanoes and earthquakes through interactive, educational activities, puzzles, and exercises. What happens when a volcano erupts? Why do earthquakes hit particular places? How do tsunamis occur? Active Learning Volcanoes and Earthquakes covers all these questions and more. Filled with fascinating facts, detailed illustrations, and...

A charming board book introducing little ones and parents to baby yoga. Let your toddler discover the joys of yoga through the simple poses in this yoga book for kids. With a range of gentle poses carefully selected in an order that will engage, energise, and then relax, this book can be accessed by all abilities. Sweet illustrations of yoga...

Be prepared with all the facts you need to identify these commonly confused animals! How do you tell the difference between a llama and an alpaca? What really makes a crocodile different to an alligator? Is that a leopard, a cheetah, or a jaguar? What's the Difference? Animals covers over sixty different regularly confused animals and discusses the similarities and...

From Archimedes to Einstein, discover the lives and works of the scientists who helped shape the world we live in today. Delve into the lives, inspirations, motivations, and achievements of the greatest scientists in the world and through all time. Explore the stories of more than 85 of the world's most inspirational and influential scientists with this innovative and boldly...

Take a journey around the world and explore the habitats and lifestyles of Earth's most incredible animals. This stunning new atlas is your first-class pass on a world tour of the homes of Earth's most amazing animals. The latest exciting title in DK's popular illustrated atlas series maps out the habitats of the world's most incredible mammals, fish, birds, reptiles,...

Easy language learning with a free audio app Whether you are learning Russian for pleasure or for work, this comprehensive dictionary is the ideal travel partner for you. Russian-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary comes with more than 10,000 illustrated terms that are arranged by themes and situations, making learning easy. Whether you are out grocery shopping or find yourself in the...

Introducing kids to the soundtrack of their lives, Music and How it Works explores a host of genres, artists, and the technical and scientific side of music. Take a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it too. Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to...

Mrs Wordsmith Epic Words Vocabulary Book, Ages 4-8 (Key Stages 1-2) offers over 1,000 must-know words for kids, covering everything from emotions to technology, all hilariously illustrated to reinforce their meaning. Boost vocabulary—and fall in love with words! This book provides 1,000 must-know words for kids, covering a wide range of topics from emotions and food to the fascinating future...

Organised by subject and with an accompanying audio app, this is the essential reference for all Italian-language learners. Learn more than 10,000 of the most useful words and phrases in Italian with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for Italian-language students. Building on the success of the English for Everyone course books and the Bilingual Visual Dictionary series, the Italian English Illustrated...

Visual guide to help you speak English like a native, with audio support Want to brush up on your English idioms? Hoping to pass an English exam with flying colours? Ideal for anyone who wants to learn English to native-speaker standard, this fun and engaging visual guide to the most common and useful English idioms and phrases will help you...

Learn what happens when dinosaurs come to life! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a colourful cast of characters with this fun-filled non-fiction reader. It is carefully levelled to help children progress. Deadly Dinosaurs is a beautifully designed reader introducing different dinosaurs to young...

Learn all about scientists' different days! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers. Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about scientists' different days with this fun-filled non-fiction reader, carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Scientist is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to...

Learn all about a pilot's day in the skies! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers. Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a pilot with this fun-filled non-fiction reader, carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Pilot is a...

Learn all about people who look after us. Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers! Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about a day in the life of a doctor, with this fun-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. A Day in the Life of a Doctor is a...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the National Curriculum for England. Explore the seven continents that make up our planet and discover the incredible landscapes and environments of each one! Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book is the perfect support in...

Celebrate new friendships in this sweet board book that follows Baby Dinosaur on his escapades around the farm. Follow Baby Dinosaur as he searches for farmyard fun, and learns an important lesson in acceptance, kindness, and friendship. STOMP! STOMP! STOMP! Who could that be?! It's Baby Dinosaur and he's down on the farm. This can only mean one thing -...

Over 200 delicious soup recipes; full of fresh, easily accessible and seasonal ingredients. Make the most of fresh produce all year round with more than 200 homemade soup recipes organised by season. The Soup Book is packed with plenty of nourishing recipes for every season. Try winter warmers such as parsnip and apple soup or French onion soup, enjoy a...

A beautifully illustrated gift book that explores the uses and symbolic meanings of flowers throughout history. Discover the uses and symbolic meanings of flowers over the centuries and across the globe. Flowers have been depicted as objects of beauty and wonder in countless paintings and poems, exchanged as tokens of love and affection, and displayed as symbols of both celebration...

Astonishing, studio-quality photographs of beautiful objects and specimens bring every corner of the planet, from core to atmosphere, to the printed page. Elegant 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...

An unrivalled exploration of the most amazing natural wonders on Earth. Discover which of Earth's wonders should definitely make it onto your bucket list with this unparalleled survey of the world's natural treasures. Breathtaking landscape photography is combined with 3D terrain models and other explanatory artworks to reveal what lies beneath the surface and show how features formed. To complete...