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Unleash your inner botanist and become an eyewitness to the dizzyingly diverse world of plants.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 everything green and growing. Children will go on a journey through a plant’s lifecycle; see a seed sprout, a fruit grow and a Venus flytrap ensnare its prey.Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on plants, 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 collectable poster revealing facts and photographs from the book.Eyewitness Plant introduces children to the many different species, like poisonous plants and parasites to elaborate flowers seeking to attract pollinators. Discover the secrets of plants’ survival, their importance to our ecosystem, and how they adapt to life in a range of habitats. This all-encompassing guide to plants is packed with facts, diagrams and statistics and is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning. So, what’s new? Part of DK’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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Explore the world's most fascinating historical and contemporary buildings, from ancient pyramids to hi-tech skyscrapers, in this essential guide to architecture.Buildings that Changed History gives you an overview of the history of architecture from the ancient world to the present day. It takes you on guided tours of more than 50 masterpieces of every architectural style, from the Great Pyramid of Giza to Chartres Cathedral, Sydney Opera House, and the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Each building is analysed visually. CGI cutaway artworks peel away roofs and walls to reveal the bones of the building, and close-up photographs home in on details of style.Buildings that Changed History takes a truly global look at both historical and contemporary architecture. It shows you how to "read" buildings and work out when they were constructed. What is the difference between a Doric and an Ionic column? How does a flying buttress work? Why do concrete balconies appear to float in thin air? You will find the answers here, along with a wealth of intriguing stories about the patrons, builders, and architects who made each architectural masterpiece possible.Reading Buildings that Changed History is like being taken on a personal tour by a guide who shows you exactly what to look at.

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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 dragon, sail with Sindbad as he grapples with gargantuan giants and sinister snakes, watch Maui lift the sky, and ride into battle with warrior princess Yennenga.This guide brings to life a truly eclectic mix of more than 100 heroes. Some are natural-born champions, others find courage in the face of supernatural monsters or vengeful rivals, and still more go on epic quests and arduous voyages to find wisdom and enlightenment. But they all come together as the stars of the most magnificent and memorable tales ever told.More in the seriesIf you enjoyed learning about ancient legends in Legendary Heroes, then why not try the other book in the series Supernatural Creatures to learn about spooky myths and folklore?

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Explore the wonders of the Universe in this fun, non-fiction graphic novel packed with fun facts and engaging characters.Learn about the Asteroid and Kuiper Belts, which exist between planets and even contain objects, in this comic book for children aged 6-8.Filled with bite-sized information, colourful illustrations and a fun story, this graphic novel will engage every budding science enthusiast and space explorer. With the help of the Fact-Finders, children will stock up on their space knowledge and will understand our place in the solar system.This educational graphic novel for kids offers: Age-appropriate vocabulary that explains a wide range of both familiar and unfamiliar topics and terms.Fun and engaging characters and facts provided in in a conversational style for an immersive learning experience.Content by award-winning author Tracey Turner that has been checked by experts to ensure all information is credible.Grab your space suit, hop on board the Interstellar Sausage and zoom into space with space experts Cosmo and Quark. Find out all about asteroids, shooting stars, black holes and the real-life astronauts who explore our solar system.Why do we have seasons and moon phases? Is there weather on other planets? Which animals have had a chance to explore space? Find out all this and much more in this guide to the Universe beyond Earth!More in the seriesFact-Finders is a fun, non-fiction graphic novel series that teaches kids all about a variety of topics on the world around them. If you enjoyed Fact-Finders Universe, why not try Fact-Finders Ocean to discover what goes on beneath the waves?

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Explore the wonderful world beneath the waves in this fun, non-fiction graphic novel packed with fun facts and engaging characters.Learn about waves, tides and currents, which keep our oceans moving continuously in this comic book for children aged 6-8.Filled with bite-sized information, colourful illustrations and a fun story, this graphic novel will engage every budding marine enthusiast and nature explorer. With the help of the Fact-Finders, children will stock up on their knowledge as well as understand the importance of the ocean and how crucial it is to protect it.This educational graphic novel for kids offers: Age-appropriate vocabulary that explains a wide range of both familiar and unfamiliar topics and terms.Fun and engaging characters and facts provided in in a conversational style for an immersive learning experience.Content by award-winning author Tracey Turner which has been checked by experts to ensure all information is credible.Put on your wetsuit, jump into the ocean and swim along to explore with your guides, Shelly and Bubbles. Learn all about the world's oceans, underwater habitats and the fascinating lives of countless creatures that live there.What lurks in the ocean's darkest depths? Where can you find gummy squirrels and yeti crabs? Why are cookie cutters and chocolate chips part of marine life? Find out all this and much more in this guide to our underwater world!More in the seriesFact-Finders is a fun, non-fiction graphic novel series that teaches kids all about a variety of topics on the world around them. If you enjoyed Fact-Finders Ocean, why not try Fact-Finders Universe to discover our vast solar system and beyond?

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about animals with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: A Trip to the Zoo will help kids understand how animals are looked after and kept safe in today's zoos and wildlife parks, and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading.DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing key Years 1 to 3 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as taking a trip to the dentist.Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes. DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a non-fiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Years 1, 2, and 3) who are beginning to read with help.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about how dentists help to keep our teeth clean and healthy with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 1: A Trip to the Dentist will help kids learn about a dentist’s important work and includes fun facts and a quiz to support development. It is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading.DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently.The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing key Years 1 to 3 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as taking a trip to the dentist.Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been levelled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes.DK Super Readers Level 1 titles are visually engaging and build vocabulary through a non-fiction world of amazing facts. They are perfect for children ages 6 to 8 (Years 1, 2, and 3) who are beginning to read with help.

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This historical fiction chapter book series features decodable tales of survival against the odds for children aged 10-14Against the Odds: Pompeii is part of the new Against the Odds series, a captivating collection of fiction books inspired by true events. In this installment, Mount Vesuvius is erupting! Ash is falling like snow and thirteen-year-old Fabia knows something is terribly wrong. Will she escape Pompeii in time to survive this epic disaster?Each title in this collection unravels the extraordinary experiences of young people overcoming incredible challenges. Whether it’s facing the unknown or triumphing against the odds, these stories are both riveting and inspiring.This historical learn-to-read series for children offers:Popular and captivating topics featured in a historical fiction chapter book series. Decodable text in Hi-Lo style that makes the story accessible for striving readers.A focus on prefixes, suffixes and word roots that enhances decoding, spelling and vocabulary.Engaging stories that follow historical fiction narratives - inspired by true events - to engage and motivate reluctant readers.The Against the Odds series focuses on morphology, which is largely important for improving spelling and reading comprehension. Pompeii focuses on multiple common noun suffixes to empower children to become fluent independent readers. Serving as a vital bridge between decodable and mainstream books, this book will empower readers to confidently understand the meaning from text alone.

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Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about life in the Stone Age with this fun-filled non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 2: Life in the Stone Age will help children to learn all about what life was like at the time of the first people. It is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing Years 3 and 4 reading skills.Developing subject vocabulary on topics such as characteristics of dinosaurs. Boosting understanding and retention through comprehension quizzes.Each title, which has been leveled using MetaMetrics®: The Lexile Framework for Reading, integrates science, geography, history, and nature topics so there’s something for all children’s interests. The books and online content perfectly supplement core literacy programs and are mapped to the National Curriculum standards. Children will love powering up their non-fiction reading skills and becoming reading heroes.DK Super Readers Level 2 is visually engaging and expands subject knowledge and vocabulary for young readers who want to learn more about the world around them. It is perfect for helping children ages 7 to 9 (Years 3 and 4) begin to read independently.

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A cool kit for every dinosaur fan, combining learning with fun to make a Stegosaurus model.Combine learning with fun and build your own Stegosaurus model with this kit for 9-12 year olds based on a real Stegosaurus skeleton.Children will love to learn about the incredible Stegosaurus, as they build this 63cm-long model that’s easy to put together. Whilst assembling, they can read the accompanying book that is jam-packed with facts. Each page looks at a different part of the Stegosaurus as you piece it together, building your dinosaur know-how along the way.This exciting make-your-own dinosaur kit offers:98 sturdy photographic "bones" that press out from boards, with finished model standing at 63 cm long and 35 cm tall.An easy-to-assemble kit - no need for glue, the pieces just slot together following the step-by-step instructions.A book to learn as you build, packed with facts about this mighty armoured dinosaur - its anatomy, behaviour, and habitat.All the latest information and theories and information about the Stegosaurus.Building your own dinosaur model has never been easier. Starting with the base, use clear step-by-step photographic instructions to build the Stegosaurus skeleton – its feet and legs, head, hips, tail, ribs and last but not least, its impressive spine and armour plates. As you continue to build the model, you'll also learn about dinosaur behaviour, brains, teeth, diet, and defence techniques.More in the seriesIf you enjoyed getting hands-on and making your own Stegosaurus model, why not make your own mighty T. rex model and complete the series?

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Learn to read with your favorite Disney characters!Get your child started on their reading journey with Disney Learning: Sight Words. Perfect for kids aged 3-5, the fun, simple exercises make reading enjoyable at the preschool level, with review pages to help you track your child’s progress.This reading workbook guides preschool kids in recognizing and reading sight words on their path to reading success. As children progress through the book, they’ll become familiar with sight words and strengthen their spelling skills and vocabulary. Favorite Disney characters will join them every step of the way, inspiring them to get a head start for school!This fun reading workbook for children offers:Curriculum-based learning material that’s been approved by educational experts, with clear leveling guidance to ensure your child is learning at the correct levelReading and writing exercises including reading fluency, comprehension, spelling, writing, and word knowledgeParent/carer notes and review pages to provide support on how best to use this book for your childA completion certificate and 50 stickers to reward learners as they progressSo, what are you waiting for? With the charming cast of Disney characters as your guide, learning to read for kids aged 3-5 has never been more fun!© 2025 Disney

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Develop Kindergarten math skills with your favorite Disney and Pixar characters!Give your child’s Kindergarten math skills a boost with Disney Learning: Math. Perfect for kids aged 5-6, the fun, simple exercises make math enjoyable at the Kindergarten level, with review pages to help you track your child’s progress.In this math workbook, children can complete activities to build on their math skills all year round. The easy directions and visual clues promote self-directed learning, while favorite Disney and Pixar characters join them every step of the way, inspiring them to excel during the school year – and beyond!This fun math workbook for children offers:Curriculum-based learning material that’s been approved by educational experts, with clear leveling guidance to ensure your child is learning at the correct levelMath exercises including counting in tens, numbers to 20, 2D & 3D shapes, measuring & data, and addition & subtraction problemsParent/carer notes and review pages to provide support on how best to use this book for your childA completion certificate and 50 stickers to reward learners as they progressSo, what are you waiting for? With the charming cast of Disney and Pixar characters as your guide, learning math for kids aged 5-6 has never been more fun!© 2025 Disney/Pixar

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Develop core preschool math skills with your favorite Disney and Pixar characters!Give your child’s basic math skills a boost with Disney Learning: Get Ready for Math. Perfect for kids aged 3-5, the fun, simple exercises make math enjoyable at the preschool level, with review pages to help you track your child’s progress.In this math workbook, preschool kids will strengthen their basic math skills through age-appropriate activities. The easy directions and visual clues promote self-directed learning while favorite Disney and Pixar characters will join them every step of the way, inspiring them to get a head start for school!This fun math workbook for children offers:Curriculum-based learning material that’s been approved by educational experts, with clear leveling guidance to ensure your child is learning at the correct levelMath exercises including counting from 1 to 20, shapes, matching & sorting, comparisons, and ‘in, on, or under’ activitiesParent/carer notes and review pages to provide support on how best to use this book for your childA completion certificate and 50 stickers to reward learners as they progressSo, what are you waiting for? With the charming cast of Disney and Pixar characters as your guide, learning math for kids aged 3-5 has never been more fun!© 2025 Disney/Pixar

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Learn to read with your favorite Disney characters!Get your child started on their reading journey with Disney Learning: Starting to Read. Perfect for kids aged 3-5, the fun, simple exercises make reading enjoyable at the preschool level, with review pages to help you track your child’s progress.This reading workbook introduces preschool kids to the alphabet and letter sounds, and reinforces this learning with dozens of reading and writing exercises that engage their minds and boost their confidence. Favorite Disney characters will join them every step of the way, inspiring them to get a head start for school!This fun reading workbook for children offers:Curriculum-based learning material that’s been approved by educational experts, with clear leveling guidance to ensure your child is learning at the correct levelReading and writing exercises including letter recognition, handwriting, letter sounds, rhymes, and upper & lowercase lettersParent/carer notes and review pages to provide support on how best to use this book for your childA completion certificate and 50 stickers to reward learners as they progressSo, what are you waiting for? With the charming cast of Disney characters as your guide, learning to read for kids aged 3-5 has never been more fun!© 2025 Disney

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Desata tu creatividad y empieza tu camino hacia convertirte en el maestro del dibujo manga que siempre quisiste ser.Para progresar en el arte del dibujo, necesitas ser constante y practicar a diario. Este libro sobre cómo dibujar manga te ofrece un reto cada día del año para que practiques un sinfín de posibilidades artísticas, desde personajes singulares y adorables mascotas hasta accesorios y elementos paisajísticos.365 dibujos muy fáciles de seguir.Instrucciones paso a paso y consejos prácticos que te ayudarán a crear personajes, escenas y elementos icónicos del estilo manga.La complejidad de los dibujos aumenta gradualmente de manera que el proceso no es abrumador y te permite mejorar con constancia.Incluye dibujos de los diferentes estilos del manga: shonen, seinen, shojo, kawaii, chibi…Empieza trazando facciones y objetos sencillos, y aprende poco a poco a añadir volumen, crear perspectiva, y efectos profundidad y sombra, hasta definir tu propio estilo.Conviértete en el dibujante que siempre has querido ser y encuentra en cada página la inspiración para crear algo nuevo con esta guía imprescindible para aficionados al dibujo y entusiastas del manga de todas las edades.Get ready to unleash your creativity and start your exciting journey toward becoming the manga drawing master you’ve always dreamed of! To progress in drawing, you need to be consistent and practice daily. This book on how to draw manga offers a challenge every day of the year to practice endless artistic possibilities, from characters and adorable pets to accessories and landscape elements.365 easy-to-follow drawings.Step-by-step instructions and practical tips to help you create iconic manga-style characters, scenes, and elements.The drawings become more complex gradually, so the process is not overwhelming and allows you to improve steadily.Includes drawings of the different manga styles: shonen, seinen, shojo, kawaii, chibi…Start by drawing simple features and objects, and gradually learn to add volume and create perspective, depth, and shadow effects until you define your style.Become the artist you've always wanted to be and find inspiration on every page to create something new with this essential guide for drawing fans and manga enthusiasts of all ages.

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Channel your inner brat through Charli XCX’s own words of wisdomFrom playing at raves in London with her parents at fifteen to the global phenomenon of Brat, Charli XCX has always carved out her own space in the pop world.In this book you’ll find Charli’s unique philosophy for life, in her very own words. Featuring her advice on everything from making art to partying, and from finding confidence to growing up, discover Charli at her funniest, bravest, most vulnerable and most outrageous. So grab a white tank top and a Bic lighter, and let’s ride!

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