Dive into our planet's largest and least explored world in this stunning encyclopedia of whales, waves, wrecks, wind farms, and everything oceanic! Using 3D illustrations and a level of detail you can't find in other books, this children's ocean encyclopedia is perfect for home learning and study support. It takes you on a world tour of the waters that cover 70 percent of our planet, taking in marine biology, geography, geology, and ecology. See the sharks, jellyfish, turtles, dolphins, octopuses, penguins, seahorses, and other animals that call the ocean home and learn how their anatomy and behaviour is adapted to deal with a watery habitat. Discover what lies beneath the waves - from the dramatic landscapes of the deepest trench and the longest mountain range on Earth, to coral reefs and kelp forests teeming with life. Find out, too, about the science behind the seas. How do islands form? What are tsunamis? How can you help with marine conservation? Beautifully illustrated and packed full of facts, Knowledge Encyclopedia: Ocean! is the ultimate reference book for children curious about our planet's watery world.

Prepare to go undercover and enter a world of secret missions, covert operations and classified information. Explore the history of espionage from ancient secret agents to modern-day surveillance, and read about the lives of infamous spies and their missions. Learn the language of spies and how to read codes and ciphers, then ask yourself the all-important question - could you be a spy? An exploration of a hugely popular subject by the author of the best-selling 'Horrible Geography series.

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Rome - an activity-packed exploration of people and places in this early empire.

Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including the army, religion, emperors, senators, towns, conquests, and architecture; and the book ends with charts of famous structures in Rome and famous rulers. Using this information, you can complete the puzzles in the main part of the book, plus there are hands-on activities such as a Roman recipe, making a Roman toga, and playing the Roman game of knucklebones. Finally, test your new-found knowledge with the quick quizzes (with answers supplied, but no peeking!). You can keep track of your achievements throughout with a star-chart to fill in every time you finish a page. Note to parents: The Eyewitness Project Book series is devised and written with the expert advice of educational and reading consultants and is designed to appeal to children aged 8 years and up. First published in 2007-2009, this series has been fully revised and updated for 2020.

The definitive guide to more than 275 heroes, villains, aliens, and droids of the Star Wars galaxy. The latest edition of this beloved title has been comprehensively updated to include new characters from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and both seasons of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Want to learn more about the Knights of Ren? Curious as to where Padme Amidala is from? Wonder how tall Grogu is? To learn the answers to these questions and more, look no further than Star Wars: Character Encyclopedia Updated and Expanded Edition. Written by Star Wars experts, the book is full of fun facts and intriguing information that's guaranteed to enthrall fans of all ages. With plenty of lesser-known details, even die-hard fans will learn new facts about iconic characters. (c) & (TM) 2021 Lucasfilm Ltd.

From starsigns and the Chinese zodiac to birth stones and personality traits, this book is the complete guide to what the date of your birthday means for you. Have you ever wondered about the astrological significance of your birthday? Where the stars and planets align in the sky when we are born helps shape our personality and strengths. What does your star sign mean? What are your birth crystals, flowers and lucky talismans? Find out about the folk rituals associated with the month of your birth and their significance. There is also a day-by-day guide to what happened on your birth date in history, plus fun ideas of creative birthday gifts and activities suited to each sign. This book will uncover the details of your place in the cosmos by looking to the stars and help you celebrate yours and friends birthday in harmony with your astrological calendar.

Do you love Christmas and crafting? Then this DIY book with simple step-by-step is for perfect for you! This collection of Karin Andersson's best and most fun Christmas crafts can all be made easily with objects you have in your home. Make festive decorations, candy cane treats, holiday masks, and props for the perfect Christmas party! With clear, step-by-step instructions and tons of photos, Creative Christmas Crafts makes it easy to turn your house into a wonderland full of holiday cheer and spirit. Grab your paper, scissors, paint, and of course your imagination, and make this the best Christmas ever! Projects include: - Marshmallow snowmen - Christmas cards - Gift wrappers - Milk carton bird feeders - Candy garland - Chocolate balls - Meringue Christmas trees - Yarn pom poms - Reindeer ornaments - And much more!

Dive into the wild world of sharks! Get up close to learn the truth behind these fantastic, ferocious fish with famed National Geographic photographer and explorer Brian Skerry. Join this amazing underwater adventure to track the sharks of the world, from the teeniest dogfish to the everfeared great white. This ultimate book features every species of shark on the planet, with awesome photos, fascinating facts, the latest science, and firsthand stories of real-life encounters with these incredible creatures. Learn how sharks live, how they eat, the challenges they face, and whether or not you are actually on the menu!

Meet more than 350 incredible clones, Jedi, droids, bounty hunters and a host of other characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. What is the Bad Batch? Who inducted Ahsoka Tano into the Jedi Order? Where does General Grievous keep a secret lair? Why does Captain Rex mutiny against his Jedi General on Umbara? To learn the answers to these questions and more, look no further than Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Character Encyclopedia - Join the Battle! Written by Star Wars expert Jason Fry, this illustrated encyclopedia features more than 350 incredible characters and teams, including Anakin Skywalker, Maul, Bo-Katan Kryze, and Clone Force 99. Perfect for fans of all ages, Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Character Encyclopedia - Join the Battle! will enthrall readers for hours on end. (c) & (TM) 2021 Lucasfilm Ltd.

Become a science superstar with this handy guide to essential topics including matter, energy, and animals.

Discover the secrets of the animal kingdom, learn the method behind chemical mixtures and absorb incredible information about energy: from electricity to electromagnetism and even light itself. From discovering what matter is to learning about the water cycle, each topic is broken down to its key element and accompanied by fantastic pictures.

What is science and how does it shape the world around us? DK Pocket Eyewitness Science allows you to get these facts for kids at your fingertips and is packed with bite-sized chunks of information that make learning about science even more exciting.

With amazing encyclopedic stats, engaging photographs and genius gem facts, DK Pocket Eyewitness Science shows you how science affects everything we do in one pocket-sized book.

An easy-to-use illustrated dictionary that includes over 1000 words and meanings to help young learners understand key science terms and concepts at school and at home. The layout is fresh and child-friendly. The words are explained in a simple and clear way and there are examples, diagrams, illustrations and photographs to help children understand the concepts. It includes words from the National Curriculum such as nature reserve, suspension, variable and voltage. More detail has been added to existing words such as different types of teeth or bones (canine, molar, incisor, ribs, tibia, fibula, radius, ulna). Related words are listed in helpful 'Word build' panels to develop vocabulary in key areas. This book supports parents and teachers as well as children with the terminology and concepts children encounter at school. It builds scientific understanding and vocabulary using cross references, and the thematic supplement on key topics gives more in-depth understanding. This dictionary is part of the new primary illustrated reference series, the perfect set of cross-curricular vocabulary builders. The Oxford Primary Illustrated Dictionary, Oxford Primary Illustrated Thesaurus, Oxford Primary Illustrated Maths Dictionary and the brand new Oxford Illustrated Computing Dictionary can also be used to support transition and lower secondary. For free downloadable activity worksheets, go to www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com

Take a closer look through the seasons in this incredible board book about trees, with see-through acetate pages. Have you ever thought about all the amazing things that trees can do? How do they grow and why do they change through the seasons? How do trees help us and how can we help trees? Children will love discovering the answers with amazing see-through pages and clear, friendly text. With labelled acetate diagrams of a tree throughout the year, alongside minibeasts and animals that live in trees, this is a fantastic first look at nature for curious children everywhere. From leaves changing colour to underground root networks, The Tree Book is an exciting way to explore all the amazing things trees can do. Other books in the series: The Body Book

This is a comprehensive introduction to physical geography including information on the climate, volcanoes, erosion, the weather, ecosystems and humans. It is fabulously illustrated with photographs, maps, diagrams and illustrations that will capture the imagination of young readers. It comes with internet links to recommended websites with maps, quizzes, games and homework information.

Scaly, slithery, toothy, or shelled, reptiles have been around for a long time. So it's no wonder these cool, crazy critters have some pretty incredible looks and skills. Readers won't stop until they've learned everything there is to know about reptiles in this bold, bright book, packed with photos, facts, and fun

Meet more than 200 minifigures from the LEGO (R) NINJAGO (R) world - plus an exclusive Future Nya minifigure for your collection! Find out the coolest details about hundreds of LEGO NINJAGO minifigures. Uncover unusual versions of legendary heroes, including Avatar Zane and Teen Wu. Learn to identify dozens of foes from villainous groups including the Sky Pirates, Dragon Hunters, and all-new 2021 baddies. Expand your NINJAGO knowledge with fact files on all your favourite ninja plus the most obscure characters, including the Ninjago Mailman, Gravis, and Captain Soto. Discover heroes and villains from 10 years of LEGO NINJAGO in the LEGO NINJAGO Character Encyclopedia New Edition - the ultimate handbook for fans of the NINJAGO world. (c)2021 The LEGO Group.

Why do things float? How do magnets work? What is gravity? The answers to these questions and more can be found in this fact-filled book. Simple, easy-to-read text and lively illustrations introduce basic science topics. Also includes fun science activities and exciting recommended websites.