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This enthralling children's encyclopedia answers more than 200
questions that curious kids ask about science. Why does chocolate
melt? Where does wind come from? How do we know dinosaurs existed?
This fully-updated, fact-packed kids' book answers all kinds of
questions children have about how the world works, and some they
haven't even thought of! Children ages 7-9 can enjoy learning about
all aspects of science, from animals, plants, and the human body,
to forces and magnets, light, sound, and space. Each page asks a
new question, and answers it with clear, simple text alongside
amazing pictures, providing engaging information to help kids
understand all the basics of biology, chemistry, and physics. DK's
Why is the sky blue? is the ideal science book to spark curiosity
and amaze any child interested in the world of scientific
discovery. This fascinating science encyclopedia for kids features:
- More than 200 questions about science, such as "What is a metal?"
and "How do we see colours?" in an engaging question and answer
format - Information presented in bite-sized chunks, and images
clearly captioned and labelled in classic DK style - Six chapters,
covering: the living world, the human body, the material world,
energy, forces and movement, and our planet - "Quick quiz" boxes
that allow the reader to test their friends and family on trivia
about scientific concepts This revised edition of DK's science
encyclopedia includes the latest discoveries in scientific
exploration and answers children's biggest questions about
scientific exploration! Young minds can learn all about forces and
energy, materials, the human body, the living world, and our
planet.
A charming children's encyclopedia bursting with facts about the
world, animals, people, planets, and so much more! The world is so
much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to
learn. My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is a vibrant
encyclopedia for curious 5-9 year olds, with a unique approach to
the subject that features both places from around the globe as well
as focusing on what the world is like from a child's perspective,
covering everyday subjects about their own experiences. Full of fun
facts, colourful illustrations, and games that will keep the kids
entertained time again, this children's encyclopedia is filled with
age-appropriate knowledge on a range of topics that are
complementary to your school's Key Stage 1 curriculum, from fiery
volcanoes and our place in space, to changing seasons, mighty
mammals and more. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they: - Read
hundreds of exciting facts - Learn all about amazing animals,
people, and places - Discover the wonders of our incredible planet,
and more Our encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of
adorable, simple illustrations with stunning photography and lively
text. Encourage early learners to go on a journey to explore a
world of information, making this the ideal first reference book
for kids aged 5-9 to enjoy for hours on end, whether for
homeschooling, a bedtime story, shared reading or reading alone,
this fun fact book for children also doubles up as the perfect gift
for curious kids who love to learn. Tell the story of the world one
page at a time, by uncovering: - Educational content written in a
friendly and fun manner - Beautifully padded cover with several
high-quality finishes, including padding and foil - Features a
built-in ribbon bookmark so you never lose your place whilst
reading More in the Series My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things
is part of the educational kid's book series My Very Encyclopedia
series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with
My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, teach them about
different species with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals,
or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them
in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs. Shortlisted: - The
School Library Association Information Book Award 2017 - Best
Children's Book in the Junior Design Awards 2017
For little learners who want to know about the world
Our world is an amazing place. It's full of rivers, mountains, forests,
and too many other amazing places to count --but that's not all.
There's also families, friends, animals, music, technology, language,
games, and all other things that make life wonderful. This exciting
children's ebook is a celebration of our world and what it's like to
live in it.
Unlike an atlas, this encyclopedia of discovery will entertain,
educate, and inspire readers to wonder about the world around them. On
one page they'll read about their body and brain, on another they'll
learn about languages, sporting events, or the environment, and on
others, they can marvel at wonders of the Earth such as fiery
volcanoes, sprawling cities, or a place called "The Rainbow Mountains."
There's a big wide world out there -- so let's explore it.
An inspiring reference book for young readers to pore over,
covering a wide range of topics from art and animals to new
technology. Arranged thematically and illustrated with over 1500
colourful photos, illustrations and diagrams. QR codes provide
instant access via a mobile phone or tablet to 150 video clips of
animals, space, places round the world and more, which enhance the
information in the book. An additional 650 internet links via the
Usborne Quicklinks website take children to websites with online
activities, games and further information.
A great introduction for young children to ever-popular topics,
with charming pictures and simple text perfect for reading and
talking about with young children. Topics covered include Our
World, Space, Science, My Body, Animals, Dinosaurs and Long Ago.
Take a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the pharaohs.
This beautifully illustrated book is full of ancient secrets,
glittering gold, priceless treasures and Egyptian stories from more
than 3,000 years ago. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens.
Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Unwrap a pharaoh's
mummy and decipher hieroglyphics. Discover why an amulet is lucky
and what gruesomness hides inside a canopic jar. Watch everyday
life along the River Nile. Every page reveals a fabulous treasure
and its unique story.
Dive into the world of football with this mega book of everything
to do with the beautiful game. Learn all the lingo; meet the
greatest players, managers and teams from both the men's and
women's games; take masterclasses with the pros; wander through the
haircut hall of fame; learn the most iconic goal celebrations and
more. Written by the team at MUNDIAL, the celebrated football
lifestyle magazine, and filled with fun, colourful illustrations,
The Big Book of Football by Mundial covers it all: The basics and
the lingo that will have you talking like a football expert in no
time. History of football, including how we got from playing with a
ball made of feathers to using high-tech footballs, the greatest
teams of all time and the evolution of football boots. The great
players, including Paolo Maldini, Lev Yashin, Joy Fawcett, Franz
Beckenbauer, Johan Cruyff, Michelle Akers, Sir Stanley Matthews and
Marta Vieira da Silva. Legendary managers and how they did it -
learn the favourite killer formations of greats like Rinus Michels
and Sir Alex Ferguson. The big cups, with their histories and
greatest players. The world's most amazing stadiums, including
Wembley, Melbourne Cricket Ground and San Siro. Kits hall of fame,
from the USSR's (now Russia) classic red sweatshirt with 'CCCP'
written across the front to Mexico's green home shirt with Aztec
patterns and the giant face of the Aztec god of death. How to take
the perfect shot like Ji So-yun, take the perfect set piece like
David Beckham, take penalties like Matt Le Tissier, beat the
offside trap like Fernando Torres, do the perfect attacking header
like Didier Drogba and more. Weird and wonderful, from the way we
describe things that happen in the game (a fox in the box) to the
way we celebrate a goal (by pretending to be a robot) or do our
hair (shaving it all off except for a triangle at the front). The
culture and people surrounding the game, from traditional pre-game
food to the referee, commentator and all-important crowd. This
great big book is your essential guide to the wonderful world of
football.
Discover the fully updated, new edition of DK's bestselling
reference book - containing all the latest knowledge and current
thinking in a fresh new design. When? Where? What? Why? This
stimulating and comprehensive encyclopedia answers all the burning
questions that curious children love to ask! Each chapter is
jam-packed with maps, charts, timelines, diagrams, beautiful
images, and amazing facts. Did you know, for example, that a single
drop of blood contains five million blood cells? Or that there are
areas of desert on all seven of Earth's continents? Prepare to
expand your child's knowledge on a wide range of fascinating topics
- including Earth and beyond, plants and animals, history and
politics, science, technology, and the human body. Children aged 9+
can discover: - Easily accessible, flashcard-style facts that
highlight key information - A compelling combination of solid
knowledge and stunning visual features - Updated facts and images,
making this edition perfect for the next generation of readers -
Chapters that are jam-packed with great photographs, amazing CGI
images, and amazing facts, as well as maps, timelines, and diagrams
This updated New Children's Encyclopedia is better than ever
before, with the latest material and research for curious minds.
Each section is arranged by themes, with more than 9,000 entries
and 2,500 colourful images! Cross-reference icons are included to
encourage children to explore and discover related information,
feeding their curiosity and building their general knowledge.
Whether you're after gifts for children who are eager to find out
about the world, or a teacher looking for fascinating resource
books for the classroom, this new encyclopedia is full of knowledge
for inquisitive young readers.
Containing a beautiful and eclectic selection of many of Alain
Gree's most well-known and loved images, this book covers a huge
range of subject areas, including insects, birds, animals, fish,
weather, farming, trees, flowers, transport and space. The book
provides the ideal opportunity for parents and young children to
discuss the many subjects covered, giving children a wonderful
platform to learn and ask questions about the world around them.
A thrilling virtual tour animal safari. Take a hike through the
world's rainforests and spot more than 200 wild, colourful,
peculiar, and marvellous jungle animals - without ever leaving your
own bedroom! Get up close to jaguars and sloths, swim with manatees
and piranhas, and watch a bird of paradise show. The imaginative
narrative makes you feel like you are actually there.
Meant for children aged 5 and up, "My First Encyclopedia" will
pique kids' curiosity and stimulate their intellectual development.
Stunning photographs, facts, games, and puzzles will capture
children's attention and make reading fun. Clear and comprehensive
content helps develop educational skills and broaden a child's
knowledge. Additionally, helpful parents' notes are included to
encourage an interactive learning experience between caregiver and
child. With "My First Encyclopedia," children will build knowledge
and vocabulary that will stimulate their mind and aid their
development.
Get up close to fire-breathing monsters, ferocious serpents, wise
and gentle giants and multi-headed beasts. This magical menagerie
will lead you on a thrilling journey through the fantastical realm
of dragons. From the hundred-headed Typhon of Ancient Greek
mythology to the dazzling Aztec dragon Quetzalcoatl, all sorts of
magnificent beasts are brought to life from across the globe and
many different cultures. Fascinating facts accompany each
illustration so you can find out which dragon darted from tree to
tree, how Shenlong was master of the rain and wind and which
creature could hypnotize people with its blazing eyes. Discover all
these facts and more in this wonderful compendium that you will
revisit time and again.
A stimulating reference book for young readers, arranged
thematically and illustrated with over 1500 photos, illustrations
and diagrams. Over 150 QR codes allow readers to access carefully
selected websites, downloadable pictures and quizzes on a mobile
phone or tablet. There are 750 internet links leading to a
hand-picked selection of websites.
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Animals
(Paperback)
David Alderton
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R686
Discovery Miles 6 860
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Describing the most intriguing creatures on the planet, from the
big cats of Africa to the apes that are our closest evolutionary
ancestors and the whales and dolphins that roam the world's oceans,
Animals profiles over 400 of the world's most fascinating species,
offering a truly comprehensive overview of animals from every
continent and giving a sense of the incredible diversity of animal
types. Featured animals are grouped by order, then within each
order by family; each family section contains examples of the key
species, which are illustrated with beautifully detailed,
full-colour artworks. For easy reference, each entry includes a
table of information on scientific name, order and family,
features, habitats, distribution, diet and breeding, as well as
informative maps and detailed box features. Packed full of
information and colour, Animals is guaranteed to appeal to any
budding zoologist or animal enthusiast.
Roar around the world to meet the mightiest, the fiercest and
deadliest beasts of all time! Travel the world in prehistoric times
to meet the dinosaurs that ruled the land, the reptiles that
terrorised the seas and the pterosaurs that filled the skies. Seek
and find the dinosaur fossils left for us to learn about these
awesome creatures, and play the 'spot the dinosaur' game to
discover all your favourites. Filled with fascinating facts about
132 dinosaurs, you will learn where they lived, what they ate and
how to pronounce their names.
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Dino Dana
(Hardcover)
J.J. Johnson
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R546
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Discovery Miles 4 630
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Dig into Paleontology with Dino Dana"If your child loves Dino Dana
this book is perfect. My son loves watching Dino Dana and this book
quickly became his favorite after reading it for the first time. I
highly recommend this book for any dino lover!" -Amazon Review #1
New Release in Children's Dinosaur Books and Fossil Books Following
up on the #1 Bestseller comes Dino Dana: Dino Field Guide, Volume 2
- Pterosaurs and Other Prehistoric Creatures. Part paleontology
field guide, part encyclopedia for kids, this colorful second
volume explores some of the amazing creatures that once flew
through the sky, swam in the oceans, and stomped on prehistoric
earth. An introduction to dinosaur fossils for kids. Everyone's
favorite Emmy-award winning paleontologist returns this time,
exploring all sorts of prehistoric marine animals, mammals, and
insects. With stunning illustrations, fascinating facts, and
thought-provoking experiments, this second Dino Dana field guide
offers a creative, inside look into the world of paleontology for
kids. For readers of books about dinosaurs for kids. A prehistoric
animal encyclopedia for kids like no other, Dino Dana: Dino Field
Guide, Volume 2 offers endless facts about dinosaurs, fossils, and
prehistoric times. Complete with a photo glossary, size
comparisons, and tons of DIY activities, Dino Dana's second volume
makes a wonderful addition to any collection of dinosaur books or
Dino Dana toys. Inside this interactive dinosaur encyclopedia, kids
will learn which dinosaur was: The first bird The largest fish to
have ever existed Named after of the whale in Moby Dick If you're
looking for nature books for kids, science books for kids age 9-12,
or dinosaur books for kids 8-12 or enjoy the Jurassic World book
series, look and find books, or National Geographic Little Kids
First Big Book of Dinosaurs then you'll love Dino Dana: Dino Field
Guide, Volume 2 - Pterosaurs and Other Prehistoric Creatures.
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