DK Top 10 Honolulu and O'ahu
The world’s favourite pocket travel guides Make the most of your trip to Honolulu and O'ahu with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Honolulu and O'ahu has to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. Inside this guide to Honolulu and O'ahu, you’ll find: * Top 10 lists of Honolulu and O'ahu's must-sees and must-dos, including exploring the ‘Iolani Palace, hiking up Diamond Head and snorkelling at Hanauma Bay * Honolulu and O'ahu’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping * Themed lists, including the best natural wonders, beaches, local dishes, festivals and much more * Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week * A laminated pull-out map of Honolulu and O'ahu, plus six full-colour area maps DK’s Top 10 travel guides have been helping
Phonic Books Pet Sitters
Learn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers. Phonic Books Pet Sitters are older reader books that introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. The pack of 12 decodable books is aimed at older children in the very early stages of reading and in need of support, teaching different letter patterns through a series of stories. Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or KS2/Years 5 and 6. It starts at at CVC level and introduces adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs, with gentle progression throughout the set. For example: Books 1 & 2: CVC, CVCC, CCVC Books 3: CCVCC Book 4: sh, ch, tch, th Book 5: ck, ng, qu, wh, le, -ed This catch-up reader book series features: - A pack of 12 decodable books each containing a story with different phonic letters and sounds. - Each unit introduces new letters and sounds through sounding them out (sat,
Phonic Books Mel on Mars
Learn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers. Mel on Mars are older reader books which introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. The pack of 12 decodable books is aimed at older children in the very early stages of reading and in need of support, teaching different letter patterns through a series of stories. Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or KS2/Years 5 and 6. It starts at at CVC level and introduces adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs, with gentle progression throughout the set. For example: Books 1, 2 & 3: CVC, CVCC Books 4 & 5: CCVC and -ed, CCVCC Book 6: ‘ch’ and ‘tch’ Book 7: ‘sh’ This catch-up reader book series features: - A pack of 12 decodable books each containing a story with different phonic letters and sounds. - Each unit introduces new letters and sounds through sounding them out (sat, s - a - t). -
Phonic Books Moon Dogs Set 2
Phonic Books Moon Dogs Set 2 comprises eight books designed for older children at the very early stages of reading. The books contain contemporary illustrations and a story line based on the adventures of a group of teenage friends in a band. Phonic Books Moon Dogs Set 1 introduces sounds gradually at CVC level with one line of text on each page, Set 2 introduces alternative consonants and consonant diagraphs. Phonic Books Moon Dogs Set 3 introduces two spellings for a vowel sound. The Phonic Books Moon Dogs Extras set runs parallel to Set 1 and provides crucial further practice for the sounds of the alphabet at CVC level text. Phonic Books Moon Dogs Split Vowel Spellings focuses on silent or 'magic' e spellings. Book 1: Hot Sun (CVC) Book 2: The Old Lamp (VCC, CVCC) Book 3: The Glum Cat (CCVC) Book 4: Jed Swims (CCVCC) Book 5: Chips for Lunch (ch) Book 6: A Wish (sh) Book 7: The Thing on the Path (th, ng) Book 8: Drum Sticks (ck, qu) Accompanying photocopiable activities for word
Phonic Books Mel on Mars Activities
Learn how to read with these decodable Phonic Books for older readers. Phonic Books Mel on Mars Activities are older reader books which introduce children to a few letters and sounds at a time. This activity book accompanies Mel on Mars and is aimed at older children in the very early stages of reading in need of support, teaching different letter patterns through a series of activities. Dedicated books in each stage break down phonics practice while offering different stories, encouraging independent reading from the start for ages 9-12 or KS2/Years 5 and 6. It starts at at CVC level and introduces adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs, with gentle progression throughout the set. For example: Books 1, 2 & 3: CVC, CVCC Books 4 & 5: CCVC and -ed, CCVCC Book 6: ‘ch’ and ‘tch’ Book 7: ‘sh’ This 200-page phonics activity book features: - Activities to practice previously taught spellings in Mel on Mars. - Each unit introduces new letters and sounds through sounding them out (sat, s -
Phonic Books Dandelion World Stages 8-15
Phonic Books Dandelion World Stages 8-15 comprises 16 non-fiction books. Aimed at children in Reception to Year 2, each stage introduces words with adjacent consonants and consonant digraphs (consonant teams). Each stage practises new letters/sounds while supporting previously taught letters/sounds and high-frequency, or sight words. There are two books at each stage to reinforce learning: Stage 8: CVCC Book 8a: Kids at Camp Book 8b: At Dusk Stage 9: CCVC Book 9a: Up the Cliff Book 9b: Clam, Grab, Gull Stage 10: CCVCC Book 10a: Frost Melts Book 10b: Frank and the Skunk Stage 11: ch Book 11a: Crunch, Munch! Book 11b: Chimp Chums Stage 12: sh Book 12a: Trash in the Trench Book 12b: Sled Dogs Dash Stage 13: th Book 13a: Sloths Book 13b: The Thrill of a Run Stage 14: ck wh Book 14a: Shells and Rocks Book 14b: Flick the Puck Stage 15: ng qu Book 15a: Spring Has Sprung Book 15b: Long Bat Wings
ARCTIC AND ANTARCTIC
With more than 33 million copies sold globally, introduce kids to the world’s icy polar regions with the groundbreaking Eyewitness series. The iconic Eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations, with a fresh new look, the latest photography, information and a collectible poster with facts and photographs from the book. Sold in 88 countries and 36 languages, Eyewitness consists of more than 170 titles across a diverse range of topics. Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on the Arctic and Antarctic, you can find: - An essential guide to the North and South poles, including the amazing wildlife and habitats and indigenous peoples that live here. - Photographs and facts about the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth on every page. - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field. Become the next polar explorer with this picture-led encyclopedia and step into the
Simply Nutrition
Understanding nutrition has never been easier. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Nutrition is the perfect introduction for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. Covering a range of topics - from a healthy gut and the essential function of vitamins and minerals, to the pros and cons of plant-based diets, and the reasons why highly processed foods tend to be less good for us - each entry provides a clear and simple explanation of all of the key aspects of nutrition. Organized thematically, and enriched with eye-catching infographics, the book draws on the latest research in the field, providing a reliable and up-to-date point of entry into the subject. Whether you are studying nutrition at school or college, want to better understand how different diets work, or are looking for a jargon-free overview of the subject, this essential guide is packed with everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.
Phonic Books Totem Activities
Photocopiable activities to accompany the set of 12 books in Phonic Books Totem, decodable phonics books for structured literacy intervention with older readers. This activity book includes activities for segmenting, comprehension, blending and writing linked to the Totem books.
Phonic Books Sun Cats
Learn how to read with decodable and engaging fiction for older readers who are interested in graphic novels and at the early stages of reading. This graphic novel-style series for 9-12 year-olds features eight decodable stories designed for older readers who can read simple CVC words. Eight stories bound into one graphic novel format follow the adventures of a diverse group of teenage friends in a skateboarding team called the Sun Cats. Each story practises the initial sounds of the alphabet at CVC-level text. For example: Chapter 1: s a t i m Chapter 2: n o p Chapter 3: b c g h Chapter 4: d e f v Chapter 5: k l r u Chapter 6: j w z Chapter 7: x y ff ll ss zz Chapter 8: All initial sounds, CVC Sun Cats shares the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Moon Dogs and Phonic Books Moon Dogs Extras Set 1 and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills. This beginner reader series features: * Truly decodable text to allow independent reading, ideal for
Phonic Books Rescue
When disaster strikes, Erin and her friend, Danny, must rescue Erin's baby brother, Jack. Phonic Books Rescue introduces alternative vowel spellings. Rescue comprises ten books and follows the same phonic progression as Phonic Books Talisman 1 and Phonic Books Island Adventure and can be used in parallel to consolidate phonemic knowledge and reading skills. Book 1: A Great Holiday (ay, ai, a, a-e, ea, ey) Book 2: The Search Begins (ee, ea, y, e, ie, e-e, ei) Book 3: Rainbow Fish (ow, oa, o, oe, o-e) Book 4: On With the Search (er, ir, ur, or, ear) Book 5: A Long Way Down (ow, ou & oi, oy) Book 6: A Gruesome Monster (oo, ue, u-e, ew, ou, u) Book 7: Time is Running Out! (igh, ie, i-e, i, y) Book 8: An Awful Planet (aw, awe, a, au, al, ough) Book 9: No Time to Spare (air, are, ear, ere, eir) Book 10: Dark Times (ar) Accompanying photocopiable activities for word building, reading, spelling and comprehension can be found in Phonic Books Rescue Activities.
DK France
Make your trip to France extraordinary A hike along Brittany’s Emerald Coast. Wine tasting in Bordeaux. Museum hopping in Paris. France offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings France to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: - our pick of France’s must-sees and top experiences - beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of France - the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy - easy-to-follow itineraries - expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe - colour-coded chapters to each part of
Animal
Become an eyewitness to the wildlife of the world and help children become animal experts. The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations. This picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of all things wildlife. Children will learn all about the fascinating world of animals through breathtaking images and incredible facts. Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on animals, you can expect to find: * A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field. * A visual tour through the topic combined with bite-sized text. * A collectible poster revealing facts and photographs from the book. Eyewitness Animal introduces many different types of creatures, from creepy crawlies and bugs to the blue whale. Children can learn about animal behaviour and evolution, the body systems and senses of various animal groups and their habitats and diets. This all-encompassing
Phonic Books Magic Belt Activities
Photocopiable activities to accompany the set of 12 books in Phonic Books Magic Belt, decodable phonics books for structured literacy intervention with older readers. This activity book includes activities for word building, blending, spelling and comprehension linked to the Magic Belt books (CVC, CVCC, CCVC, CCVCC, ch, tch, -ed, th, sh, qu, ng, wh, ing, le).
Mischief & Magic: Enchanting Tales of India
What mischief and magic will we find today? A naughty bulbul, talking mountains, pesky monkeys, silly goblins, a heavenly elephant, and a king with an unusual problem - every young reader will want to spend their time with these quirky characters. Beautifully illustrated and imaginatively retold, this collection of myths, folk tales, and legends are packed with mischief and magic. From the Katha Sarit Sagara, Rajatarangini, and the Puranas, to oral tales told across generations, these stories come from every corner of the country. Curated and sourced from classic texts and collections of folk tales that date as far back as the 11th century, stories in Mischief & Magic range from the unusual to the familiar. Whether you read them quietly or aloud, they are bound to stir the imagination of every child!
Animal Behaviour
A thrilling face-to-face encounter with animals in their own environment – their elaborate displays, intimate lives, and extraordinary behaviour Did you know that elephants give each other names, orangutans self-medicate, and rats giggle? Animal Behaviour is full of hundreds of stories that shed light on how animals navigate life in the wild. Packed with vivid wildlife photography and action sequences, every aspect of animal life and behaviour is explored and explained – from courtship rituals and birth to hunting and death. An initial overview of animal anatomy and physiology reveals the science and biomechanics that underpin animal behaviour, while later chapters thematically break down the intricacies of animal feeding, development, communication, intelligence, learning, and other behavioural characteristics. Learn about play through river otters, see socialization among parrots at the riverbank, and catch prey with a fishing spider. Feature panels throughout the book explore the
Biodynamic Gardening
Reap the benefits of a biodynamic, organic approach to gardening and grow abundant crops in tune with lunar cycles. Biodynamic Gardening has all you need to know about gardening by the moon: * A biodynamic calendar enables you to plan the growing year * Recipes for making natural amendments that improve the health and vitality of soil and plants * Essential plant profiles of vegetables and flowers provide growing instruction from seed to harvestGardening basics such as preparing beds, composting, and watering make Biodynamic Gardening suitable for beginners, as well as experienced gardeners looking for permaculture plus advice to fully synchronise with Nature’s rhythms for optimal crops.
My First Colours
This busy board book encourages hands-on fun for your toddler as they learn about the many different colours. Introducing My First Colours, an adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring lots of new words, as well as counting and finding shapes and patterns. This engaging colour book is packed with bright pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about the different colours along the way. Point to the red fruits. How many orange animals can you see? What's pink and goes oink, oink? From the primary colours red, blue, and yellow, and the secondary colours green, orange, and purple, to pink, brown, black, white, silver, gold, and multicoloured, babies and toddlers aged 0-3 will love learning all the different colours in this engaging photographic board book. This tabbed baby board book offers: - Word labels with easy-to-read text alongside vibrant photos of objects that are primary colours, secondary
Pop-Up Peekaboo! Garden
An interactive pop-up book that inspires hands-on learning with the help of garden creatures! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes, Pop up Peekaboo: Garden provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of nature themed fun. Journey through the garden and find all the wildlife and habitats and lifecycles here! Babies and toddlers will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: a bright yellow sunflower growing taller and taller, busy honeybees gathering nectar and pollen, a spotty ladybird on a strawberry plant flower, a frog jumping across some waterlilies, and a cheery sparrow chirping in a cherry tree. Vocabulary about animal habitats are carefully woven throughout, making this board book a fun and easy story about gardens. Inside the pages of this adventure pop-up book,
DKfindout! Solar System Poster
An amazing giant poster filled with over fascinating facts and quiz questions all about our amazing Solar System. Discover the wonder and complexity of the Solar System with this giant, colourful poster perfect for any bedroom wall or classroom. Discover amazing facts about asteroids and comets, and discover the fascinating features of the planets and the Sun in our Solar System with DKfindout! Solar System Poster. This visually spectacular giant poster measuring 602x1008mm or 24x40' will challenge children to develop their knowledge, ask questions, and increase their curiosity for our place in space in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for little learners in Key Stage 1 and 2.
DK Vietnam
Make your trip to Vietnam extraordinary A boat trip around Halong Bay. Delicious banh mi from a street food spot in Hanoi. Exploring the ancient ruins at My Son. There are so many reasons to visit Vietnam. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Vietnam to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the Vietnam’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: * our pick of Vietnam’s must-sees and top experiences * beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Vietnam * the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay * detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy * easy-to-follow itineraries * expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe * colour-coded chapters to
Touch and Feel Baby Animals
Introduce toddlers to their favourite baby animals in this chunky touch-and-feel book. Let your toddlers’ little hands roam the pages and feel a baby rabbit's soft fur and a puppy's floppy and silky ears. But what does a foal feel like? Read along together and find out. Each page of this book reveals a new cute and cuddly animal to stroke, tickle, touch, and say hello to! This touch and feel book for toddlers offers: * An updated step up from DK's Baby Touch and Feel series that has sold over 1.4 million copies worldwide. * A variety of fun textures for toddlers aged 0-3 to stroke and feel that replicate what these animals may feel like to touch. * Easy-to-read text that encourages early reading and sturdy pages build fine motor skills. Touch and Feel Baby Animals is the perfect next step in your toddler's learning journey. While the different textures encourage their sensory development, the short fun text is great for reading aloud and building early language skills. Not too big and
Baby Touch and Feel Kittens
An interactive touch and feel book for babies full of delightful, adorable, baby kittens. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Kittens is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colourful illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby's attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for preschoolers and makes for an ideal baby gift. Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mum and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. This charming board book for babies includes: - An amazing range of different textures to explore - Clearly labelled pictures and a simple, easy to
Baby Touch and Feel Cuddly Animals
Introduce your baby to cute cuddly animals with touch and feel textures. Tickle and touch the textures together with your baby and help them discover all about Cuddly Animals. Let their little hands roam to find a shaggy-haired pony, a fluffy lion cub and a fuzzy-tailed bushbaby. Twinkly, fluffy and fuzzy textures in a chunky package: perfect for encouraging tiny fingers to explore and tiny minds to develop. Sturdy pages with tactile covers and rounded corners mean these books will last years of reading.
Baby Touch and Feel Mealtime
An interactive touch and feel book for babies with delicious food and read-aloud text! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Mealtime is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colourful food-inspired illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby's attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for toddlers and makes for an ideal baby gift. Read all about an exciting selection of foods, from smooth orange juice to tasty cheese! Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mum and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. This charming board book for babies includes: - An
Human Body A Children's Encyclopedia
Understand the human body from head to toe with this educational encyclopedia for children. Get to know how each part of the body works through amazing facts and colourful diagrams in this fully updated edition of the bestselling Human Body A Children’s Encyclopedia. Did you know that you are made up of 100 trillion cells? Learn about blood vessels (capillaries, veins, and arteries) which, if they were laid out end to end, would wrap around the Earth twice! Find out what makes a balanced diet - after all, you will eat about 20 tonnes of food in your entire life! This human body book for kids offers: * How the body works, looking at body parts and functions like bones and muscles, heart and blood, disease defences, the life cycle and much more. * A human body encyclopedia that is suitable and informative for children aged 9+. * A refreshed and updated edition, including a new design and the latest facts and stats on the human body. Make your way from the skin, muscles, organs, and
I Can Do That!
Kids will be able to say 'I can do that!' after reading this value-packed resource dedicated to learning independent life skills. 'Really great. I've been waiting for a book like this for a very long time with photos and illustrations that can be understood by a child who can't read yet. My children love to reproduce what they see and not what I tell them, so it's perfect!' (customer review of the French edition). In I Can Do That, photos and illustrations combine to produce a value-packed resource for families preparing for their child's big life stages. Young readers can learn how to lace up their shoes, put on a sweater, go to the toilet, peel fruit, count to 100, and brush their teeth. Step by step instructions sit alongside more than 700 fun and helpful photos and illustrations to help children practise and learn. The short and practical text will help your child learn to be independent. As they grow up, they will be able to say, 'I can do that!' every time they turn the page.
Jungle Ultimate Sticker Book
Meet the animals and plants of the jungle, in DK's Jungle Ultimate Sticker Book, with more than 250 reusable stickers. Become a jungle explorer and discover which animals rule the jungle and which stay hidden deep in the undergrowth. Create a jung...
Pop-Up Peekaboo! Baby Animals
Come join a hide-and-seek adventure in the rainforest! Look amongst the branches and leaves to find where all the baby animals are hiding. There's a little elephant splashing in the lake and a sleepy sloth in the vines, just lift the flaps for a pop-up surprise! Read the lively rhymes and make story time fun! Follow the beautifully illustrated animal escapades through the rainforest with parents and their babies. This lift-the-flap board book is packed with adorable photos of stuffed toys that you'll just want to cuddle. Find the cheeky monkey and the lively tree frog. Babies and toddlers will be enchanted by finding the surprises behind each flap. This interactive book helps teach young children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups help learn motor control for improved dexterity in toddlers. This book has been designed as an all-round activity learning experience, to get the most out of story time. Read aloud
Flags Around the World Ultimate Sticker Book
Learn all about flags from around the world, in DK's amazing Flags Around the World Ultimate Sticker Book, with more than 250 reusable stickers. Travel through the continents and discover the colourful and symbolic flags that represent our world. ...
Phonic Books Magic Belt Introductory Activities
Activities to prepare older children before reading the 12 books in the Phonic Books Magic Belt set. Phonics activities to support reading intervention. Aimed at children with weak sound/letter knowledge, the sounds and letters of the alphabet are introduced through a variety of activities.
Italian for Everyone Junior First Words Flash Cards
Learn 100 essential first words with this pack of beautifully illustrated flashcards, perfect for children learning to read and speak Italian. Make learning a new language fun with this pack of 100 beautifully illustrated flash cards. Young learners of Italian will be captivated and engaged by the dynamic, visual approach that sets Italian for Everyone Junior apart from other language materials for children. Italian for Everyone Junior: Flash Cards have been designed for children who are starting to read and speak Italian. Each beautifully illustrated card features an image plus an essential first word, introducing nouns, verbs, and adjectives. On the reverse of the card, just the image is shown so children can test their knowledge. Interactive and engaging, these flash cards for kids include: - A beautifully illustrated pack of 105 flash cards for young children who are learning Italian either as a first or second language. - An essential first word and an illustration on each card,
DK Southwest USA and National Parks
Make your trip to Southwest USA and its national parks extraordinary An invigorating hike through Grand Canyon National Park. Embracing non-stop entertainment in Las Vegas. Tequila tasting in New Mexico. Southwest USA offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Southwest USA and its national parks to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside Southwest USA’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: -our pick of Southwest USA’s must-sees and top experiences - beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Southwest USA - the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region
The Classical Music Book
Learn about the world's greatest classical compositions and musical traditions in The Classical Music Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn ...
Baby Touch and Feel Tractor
An interactive touch and feel book for babies that inspires hands-on learning. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel: Tractor is an interactive and fun way to help your child learn not only words but shapes and textures too. Bold, bright pictures and colourful illustrations will be more than enough to keep your baby's attention. This adorable picture book is a perfect first book for preschoolers and makes for an ideal baby gift. Not too big and not too small, this sturdy, padded sensory book is just the right size for little hands to hold. No need for Mum and Dad to turn the pages! Babies and toddlers can turn the tough board book pages themselves, which helps to develop their fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. This charming board book for babies includes: - An amazing range of different textures to explore - Clearly labelled pictures and a simple, easy to follow design
DK Brazil
Make your trip to Brazil extraordinary Spying diverse wildlife in the Amazon. Partying at Rio de Janeiro's famous carnival. Lazing on white sands in Santa Catarina. Brazil offers a wealth of incredible experiences. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Brazil to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: * our pick of Brazil’s must-sees and top experiences * beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Brazil * the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay * detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy * easy-to-follow itineraries * expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe * colour-coded
DK Lisbon
Make your trip to Lisbon extraordinary Biting into creamy custard tarts. Taking in world-class art. Climbing winding streets with incredible views. Lisbon offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Lisbon to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside Lisbon’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover: * our pick of Lisbon’s must-sees and top experiences * beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Lisbon * the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay * detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy * easy-to-follow itineraries * expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe * colour-coded chapters to
Chess for Beginners
Take your first steps towards mastering the world's greatest game - and understand tactics, improve your game and outwit your opponents! From the history of chess and the aim of the game to essential tactics and taking your skills even further in clubs, tournaments, and championships, Chess for Beginners covers it all. Before explaining techniques, this chess guide gives you the lowdown on each piece to boost your understanding of its value, power and importance. Then different chessboard graphics illustrate different scenarios, so you can visualise different moves and their potential outcomes and learn the best move to make in any given situation to get to endgame and checkmate. This ultimate chess book for children offers: - Content written by International Master and chess tutor Michael Basman, founder of the UK Chess - - Challenge - the world's largest children's chess tournament. - A guide suitable for beginners and children of all ages, including players in school chess clubs
The Ancient Worlds Atlas
From the first cities of Sumer to the empire of the Incas, travel around the world and through 5,000 years of history in this illustrated guide to see where and how ancient peoples lived. From North America to New Zealand, this book takes you on a trip around the world and through history to visit ancient cities and empires, showing who lived where and explaining the unique features of each civilization. The Ancient Worlds Atlas is a pictorial guide to past civilizations, covering big history topics for curious kids aged 9-12 years. What was it like to live in the crowded city of Rome? Why did the Egyptians build pyramids? When did Samurai warriors first ride into battle? How did sailors first navigate the Pacific Ocean? Which Chinese emperor has a palace with 1,000 bedrooms? Find out the answers to these fascinating questions and much more in this lavishly illustrated guide to past civilizations. This fascinating children's book about ancient civilizations contains: - A visual guide
Legendary Heroes
Meet the bold, the brave, and the brilliant – over 100 individual heroes of legend from cultures around the world are profiled in an engaging and fun way! Explore the adventures of more than 100 heroes of ancient legend, brought to life in this striking book for children aged 9-12. Featuring bright and colourful photography, authentic artworks and terrific tales from cultures around the world, Legendary Heroes is the ultimate page-turner for budding heroes everywhere. This book celebrates timeless heroism, incredible bravery, supreme strength, keen intelligence and exceptional self-sacrifice. This magical book on legends for kids offers: * Rare contemporary and authentic images bring the world’s myths, legends and folklore to life. * More than 100 creatures featured throughout in incredible detail. * Culturally authentic and historically accurate imagery showing each creature alongside compelling text breaking down each one. Join Beowulf as he comes face-to-face with a fire-breathing