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Incredible exploded artworks and awesome photographs reveal the amazing materials used to create everyday objects. Unlock the secrets behind everyday items and extraordinary inventions. Finding out What's It Made Of? is just the start of an amazing journey into the world of materials science – and learning about the surprising properties of materials and how they are put to thousands...

Get to grips with the essential topics in Chemistry today through 100 key ideas, each one explained clearly in 100 words. Chemistry: 100 Ideas in 100 Words offers the essential facts at your fingertips, satisfying your scientific curiosity and helping you to understand the biggest concepts in chemistry in concise, 100-word summaries. One of the titles in a cutting-edge new...

DK's best-selling guide to the history of ecology - fully revised and updated. Get to grips with the key concepts that have shaped the way we think about the environment, ecosystems, and biodiversity, and our role in protecting the planet. Packed with short, pithy explanations of more than 90 of the key milestones and groundbreaking ideas within the field, The...

DK's best-selling, richly illustrated encyclopedia series explores the wonderful world of transport. A complete children's transport encyclopedia, explaining how road, rail, air, and water vehicles get us from A to B. Knowledge Encyclopedia Transport! uses incredibly detailed 3D illustrations to show you everything you need to know about how vehicles work. Peer inside a car engine, feel the roar of...

Tequila: A Tasting Course offers a new look at one of the world's oldest spirits. From a herbal sip of blanco to a classic Margarita, tequila is a global hit with a long history dating back to the Aztecs. You might know that tequila is distilled from the agave plant, but did you know that ancient goddesses, wars, and even...

Discover the plans and workings of some of Star Wars' greatest technical achievements. A magnificent showcase of the production drawings of star ships, vehicles, weapons, droids, and props from the Star Wars galaxy. Drawing on unprecedented access to the Lucasfilm Archives, this deluxe volume reveals and celebrates the spectacular work of the technical artists and designers who conceived the unforgettable...

Clear and instructive workbook to help you fully grasp English grammar. Puzzled by past tenses? Confused by comparatives? This clearly structured and beautifully presented workbook is packed with grammar practice activities that make learning English grammar incredibly easy. English for Everyone English Grammar Guide Practice Book is an essential companion to the English for Everyone English Grammar Guide, a comprehensive...

The clearest, simplest guide to genetics ever published. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, this is the perfect introduction to the blueprint of life for those who are short on time but hungry for knowledge. Covering a broad range of fields from the cell biology of genes and DNA to cutting-edge gene-editing technologies like CRISPR, Simply Genetics demystifies the complexities...

RHS experts reveal all you need to know about fungi in your garden and try growing your own. Discover the wonder of fungi and the vital role they play in your garden with expert guidance from the RHS. Did you know that the world's largest living organism is a fungus? Or that without fungi we would disappear under a mountain...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book that introduces curious preschoolers to the lifecycle of an apple tree. Peek under the flaps and watch a tiny pip grow into a leafy apple tree in this delightful board book for little ones. How does a tree grow, and where do apples come from? Turn the pages of this beautiful book and...

Explore our world in this fun atlas for Minecraft fans! Join two Minecraft characters for a guided tour around the globe and learn about real-world natural wonders, including Mount Fuji and Machu Picchu, man-made structures and buildings, such as The Great Sphinx of Giza and the Colosseum, and wildlife. This children’s atlas is fully illustrated with Minecraft builds and packed...

A fully updated guide to the best and most popular LEGO minifigures from 1978 to 2025, for LEGO fans of all ages, featuring an exclusive LEGO minifigure. Celebrate the epic journey of the LEGO minifigure. Features an exclusive LEGO minifigure! Enter the world of LEGO minifigures with this fully updated and expanded edition. The first minifigure was created in 1978,...

6,750 words in a handy pocket size With over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Polish and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, Polish English Bilingual Visual Dictionary by DK is your essential companion to learning Polish. You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education,...

Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to Earth's rainforests for children aged 5-7. Explore Earth's rainforests with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Rainforest for children aged 5-7. What lies hidden under the canopy of dense rainforests? Learn all about this magical world where lush green plants and tall trees grow in dark places with fast-flowing rivers,...

Learn all about dogs - from wolves and jackals, to family pets and champion breeds. From identifying breeds to looking after your canine friend, Eyewitness Dog explains everything your child needs to know about dogs, whether they love animals or need homework help for a school project. With engaging infographics, statistics, facts, and timelines, this updated edition is more interactive...

Explore the Solar System with the ESA. Journey through the Solar System and explore planets and their many moons, spot asteroids and comets, and whizz past the International Space Station. With flaps to open on each page, and a fold-out format designed to be displayed, this is the perfect introduction to space and the Solar System. When you're finished exploring...

The new edition of the most comprehensive reference guide to the DC Universe in print. The official and definitive guide to the dynamic and engrossing characters of the DC comics multiverse. Written by DC comic book experts, the latest edition includes more than 1,200 Super Heroes and Super-Villains, including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Cyborg, The Joker, and Harley Quinn. The...

A friendly first guide to everything kids want to know about dogs and puppies. Learn all about the delightful wagging-tail world. Find out about your favourite breeds, from pugs to golden retrievers from around the globe, and how to take the best care of them. Be amazed by their heightened senses and clever antics. Every young dog and puppy fan...

A picture-packed guide to the wonders and riches of the land of the pharaohs. Travel back in time with this picture-led guide and explore the magnificent monuments and fabulous tombs of ancient Egypt. This book takes you through the history of one of the world's most extraordinary civilizations. You will venture inside pyramids and gaze upon the faces of mummies,...

Travel back in time and explore the extraordinary world of ancient Rome. From bakers and soldiers to gladiators and emperors, find out what it was like to live in one of history's biggest empires. Enjoy a Roman feast and discover delicacies of peacock, nightingales, and dormice. Experience dubious Roman hygiene standards—ever washed your clothes in wee before?! And no tour...

The clearest, simplest guide to maths and mathematical theory ever published. Understanding maths has never been easier. Combining bold, elegant graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Maths is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. Covering more than 90 key mathematical concepts from prime numbers and fractions to quadratic equations and...

Find out how to identify, where to find, and what to know about the different constellations and asterisms with this gorgeous field guide. Transportable in size yet bursting with information, this captivating beginner's field guide showcases a dazzling array of constellations from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Learn all about the intricate star patterns, the brightest stars, fascinating asterisms, and...

Follow the epic Ramayana and embark on a transformative cultural and spiritual journey across India and Sri Lanka. Take an unforgettable journey across the heart of India and Sri Lanka, tracing the path of the epic Ramayana across sacred geographies. Travel from the sprawling temple city of Ayodhya in northern India where Rama was born and the dense forests of...

Discover the world of Shakespeare through eight of his most famous plays. Introduce your child to the work of Shakespeare with All the World's Your Stage: Shakespeare for Today, a gorgeous treasury for the entire family to enjoy. Written by the co-director of education at The Globe, Farah Karim-Cooper expertly reimagines eight plays and their themes. Historical context provides children...

A behind-the-scenes look at everything the human body is up to throughout the day. Ever wondered what happens inside your body from the moment you wake up until you fall asleep? A Day in the Life of Your Body invites you to follow children from around the world through their daily lives, uncovering the amazing secrets of the human body...

An exciting travel guide to the LEGO NINJAGO world, showcasing each location and the latest LEGO NINJAGO sets and minifigures. Journey through the action-packed world of LEGO NINJAGO and discover everything there is to know about the legendary Ninja and mystical locations! Comes with a LEGO NINJAGO minifigure to join you on your adventure! Take a tour across Ninjago, home...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book that introduces curious preschoolers to the lifecycle of a dandelion. Enjoy watching a flower grow in the meadow, and find exciting pop-up plants and animals hiding under flaps in this delightful book for little ones. Watch a tiny seed land in the ground and grow into a beautiful flower. Then, watch as the...

How Psychology Works explores the theories and therapies for everyday life by delving into the fundamental questions about human behaviour and mental processes. How far would you go to obey orders? Why do many people, even some scientists, believe in miracles? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this visual guide to applied psychology. At the...

An illustrated guide to the finest literary and historically important diaries from ancient times to the present day. Travel back in time and witness both everyday life and great moments in history in this fascinating compilation of diaries through the ages. Bringing together historical and literary diaries, artists' sketchbooks, explorers' journals, and scientists' notebooks, Great Diaries provides an intimate insight...

A boldly illustrated biography-led title profiling more than 90 of the world's most influential entrepreneurs and business leaders throughout history. Whether titans of industry, influential business leaders, or creators of history's most recognizable brands, these entrepreneurs had the vision, innovation, and ruthless determination to make their marks on our society in indelible ways. Boldly illustrated and comprehensive in its scope...

Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in...

A jargon-free guide to every aspect of business, covering types of companies, finance, marketing, and more. This brilliant book explains and explores the essential terms and key concepts in the world of business, finance, and company management. If you're perplexed by profit margins, confused by cash flow, or baffled by balance sheets, all your questions and many more are answered...

Explore the prehistoric world like never before with this book of beautiful tear-out posters. Bring the prehistoric world to your walls with this collection of 30 posters comprising the stunning images from the bestselling book Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life. Taking young readers on an incredible visual journey through the prehistoric world, each poster reveals an eye-catching image of a...

6,750 words in a handy pocket size With over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Ukrainian and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, Ukrainian English Bilingual Visual Dictionary by DK is your essential companion to learning Ukrainian and English. You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work...

Discover more than 60 of the most important economic ideas, theories, and people in this innovative, accessible guide. This book is the perfect introduction to the subject of economics and economic ideas through history. From the earliest forms of currency to the Industrial Revolution, and from the birth of the stock market to free-market capitalism and globalised trade, The Little...

Super Simple Maths Revision Cards Key Stages 3 and 4 by DK offers 125 comprehensive, easy-to-use revision cards for GCSE exam preparation. A fantastic aid for GCSE preparation, these revision cards make maths crystal clear and will have you exam-ready in no time. Make maths super simple! These handy revision cards condense everything you need to know about GCSE maths...

Discover the human body as you've never seen it before! Do you ever wonder what is happening inside you right now? See for yourself with this breathtaking book that takes you on a complete tour of the human body. Jaw-dropping new computer-generated images showcase the many parts, organs, tissues, and systems that keep you firing on all cylinders! These strikingly...

Get hands-on with 27 creative projects and experiments that will turn you into a maths whizz. Explore the exciting world of numbers. Whether you're a maths geek or prefer practical hands-on projects, this book combines creativity with calculations. You don't have to be a genius or even need a calculator—each of the super-fun make-and-do projects in this book comes with...

A world atlas for kids - packed full of beautiful illustrations and incredible photographs. Set off on a thrilling journey around the world. DK's Children's Illustrated Atlas brings the world to life with colourful maps and fascinating facts about the countries of the world. Each map is bursting with information, combining colourful icons with photographs representing key points about each...

The Bible Atlas is an illustrated guide to the geography, events, and people of the Old and New Testaments. Discover where events in the Old and New Testaments took place and see how people lived in Biblical times. Take a trip around the Holy Land with these beautifully drawn maps, which show where events from the Bible took place. You...

6,750 words in a handy pocket size With over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in Korean and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, Korean English Bilingual Visual Dictionary by DK is your essential companion to learning Korean. You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education,...

An easy-to-use visual guide to the core topics of English language and literature for children. Ideal for home learning, this simple and inspirational book has everything you need to get to grips with grammar and punctuation, and master essential reading and writing skills. Need help telling your adjectives from your adverbs? Struggling to work out what that poem is really...

6,750 words in a handy pocket size With over 6,750 fully illustrated words and phrases in German and English, along with a free bilingual audio app, German-English Bilingual Visual Dictionary by DK is your essential companion to learning German. You will learn all the words and phrases you need to buy food and clothes, talk about work and education, visit...

The perfect first book about bright and beautiful flamingos to share with your little one. An interactive touch and feel book for babies featuring the instantly recognisable - and always pink - Flamingo. Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning. Baby Touch and Feel Flamingo is an interactive and fun way to...

Learn all about chocolate! Make reading your superpower with our non-fiction DK Super Readers. Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the history and production of chocolate with this fun-filled non-fiction reader—carefully levelled to help children progress. The Story of Chocolate is a beautifully designed reader that will tell children where their favourite sweet treat...

Combining DK's four-level reading programme with one of DC's best-loved Super Heroes, this book will help kids learn how to read—and learn to love reading. Learn how to read with the man of steel! Join Superman and his allies in Metropolis as they help save their city from Lex Luthor. Will Superman emerge victorious? Packed with fun facts, exciting colour...

Combining DK's reading programme with the world of Avatar, this book helps kids learn how to read and to love reading. Boost your reading skills and meet the family at the heart of James Cameron's Avatar! If Jake Sully, Neytiri, and their children know one thing, it's that wherever they go, family is their fortress. With this reader, young bookworms...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge are mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum. Dive in and explore our planet's incredible range of waterways, from rivers and canals to lakes and the great open oceans. Aligned with the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum, this book is the...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge are mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum. Satisfy your brain's appetite by learning all about our planet's fascinating food chains, from plants to apex predators. Aligned with the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum, Who’s Eating Who? is the perfect support...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Our amazing planet is home to a diverse variety of life – learn how we can protect and conserve it for generations to come. Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the national curriculum for England. Discover how maps are essential to finding our way around the world. Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary, and the IB PYP, this book is the perfect support in learning all about maps and how they...

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 breathtaking variety of landforms that shape our planet—from deep ocean trenches, to vast plateaus, to the highest mountains on Earth! Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book is the...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Traverse the vast ranges and peaks that shape our planet - from towering fold mountains, to deep underwater mountains in the ocean! Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book is the...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge are mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum. Grow your knowledge of our world by exploring these glorious green spaces, from hot desert oases to icy Antarctic gardens. Aligned with the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the English National Curriculum, this book is the perfect...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Farming is an essential part of life on our planet - learn about food security and the challenges presented to everyday farming. Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book is the...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary, and the national curriculum for England. Journey around the world to discover the rich and diverse ecosystems that make up our beautiful planet—from tropical rainforests, to sun-drenched savannas, to vibrant coral reefs. Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary, and the IB PYP,...

Modern, authentic topic books which improve literacy and background knowledge. Mapped to the IB PYP, Cambridge Primary and the national curriculum for England. Our planet supports an abundance of life - discover the beauty and wonder of its biodiversity, from forest floors to backyard ponds! Aligned with England's National Curriculum, Cambridge Primary and the IB PYP, this book is the...

World War I is the ultimate guide to one of the world's most devastating conflicts. Offering a uniquely accessible military history, this revised and updated edition of World War I - The Definitive Visual Guide takes you from the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the Treaty of Versailles. Experience some of the most prominent battles, such as the Somme...

Some subjects are too interesting to be left at school! Carry on your love of history at home with Ancient Greece—an activity-packed exploration of the lives and history of the ancient Greeks. Divided into sections, the book starts with fast facts on topics including the ancient Greek world, city-states, Greek gods and goddesses, home life, and Hellenism. The book ends...

The Vietnam War is a dramatic chronicle of America's longest and most controversial war. This revised and updated guide to the Vietnam War charts the unforgettable story of America's longest and most controversial conflict, 50 years on from its end. Hundreds of insightful images and a compelling narrative combine to chronicle this catastrophic war. From 1955, the communist government of...

A beautifully illustrated children's book detailing the fascinating history of the Great Wall of China. Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey along one of the world's greatest landmarks—the Great Wall of China. Spanning 2,700 years and over 21,000km (13,000 miles), this beautifully illustrated children's book reveals the fascinating story of the Great Wall and the individuals that helped build it....

From the creators of the A Brief History of Stuff podcast and inspired by the Science Museum Group Collection, discover the remarkable stories of everyday objects in this engaging popular science title. Explore the past, present and future of the everyday stuff in your home, from tinned food to tampons. Learn how 30,000 bath toys and the work of amateur...

Every ingredient tells a story - from the fish that started a war, to an oil known as "liquid gold". Discover the origins, traditions, and use of the everyday foods served up on our plates, from salt to sushi and rice to ravioli. A true celebration of food in all its forms, The Food Book follows the human quest for...

Uncover the life of birds in this irresistible blend of beauty and science that informs and visually delights. Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations, in this absorbing global guide. Birds are dinosaurs, with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history, and our close association is...

Featuring content from Disney+ exclusive programming, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Andor, and from the Skywalker saga comes the latest Star Wars visual guide, which focuses on the early days of the Rebellion. Take a deep dive into a turbulent era of the Star Wars galaxy and chart the rise of the Rebellion from the prequel trilogy through Star Wars- Obi-Wan, Star...

Simply AI by DK delivers an engaging introduction to artificial intelligence for everyone. LESS CHAT! MORE CHATBOT! Understanding AI has never been easier. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, this new edition is the perfect primer on the latest developments in AI, including ChatGPT and the internet of things. Covering a broad range of fields within AI—from computing and mathematics...

A perfect first book introducing babies and toddlers to science, technology, engineering and maths. 100 carefully curated, useful things that will stimulate your baby or toddler's natural curiosity about the world around them... Help your little one learn important vocabulary and build knowledge with this first word and picture book. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Things to...

Introductory German language course, fully updated and refreshed, with a redesigned free audio app. Teach yourself German in just 12 weeks with this fun, user-friendly, and uniquely visual language course. DK's 15 Minute German is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn German fast. Twelve themed chapters are broken down into five daily 15-minute lessons with an...

Charting the evolution of the greatest cultural achievements in artistic history. Open your eyes to the wonderful world of art inside this beautiful book. The entire history of the greatest works in painting, sculpture, and photography are included in this comprehensive and colourful tour through time. From the first strokes of paint on prehistoric caves to contemporary street art in...

Follow in the footsteps of the world's greatest pioneers. Discover the epic history of human exploration and migration, and the stories of fearless pioneers the world over, with this stunning tour of history - map by map. Charting everything from the movement of early Homo species out of Africa some 1.8 million years ago to the astonishing voyages of Polynesian...

Understanding physics has never been easier. Combining simple, stylish graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Physics is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. Compact and clear, this book covers the core concepts of physics in a refreshing and highly accessible way—from gravitational fields and momentum to general relativity and the...

A new and fully updated edition of DK's practical guide to effective leadership for managers. The practical guide that gives you all the skills you need to succeed as a leader. Discover how to improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others, and championing high performance. Learn how to focus your energy, build relationships, and develop strategies for...

Welcome to the Explanatorium, where amazing photography shows and explains how chemistry, physics, and biology work! Open up this book to reveal how science really works! Watch as mixtures merge and matter changes state. Discover how some chemical changes can be reversed, yet others can't, and why some reactions produce a bang! See bacteria at work in the world around...

Africa offers a uniquely fascinating journey through the history of a continent and its peoples. Immerse yourself in the intricate story of Africa and discover Africa's true place in world history. Spanning more than 200,000 years, from the emergence of the first humans to the rise of megacities, Africa explores the history and cultures of the world's second-largest continent in...

The clearest, simplest guide to climate change ever published. Exploring the science behind climate change has never been easier. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Climate Change is an essential introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. The book explains the science that underpins the study of climate change and clearly...

Habitats celebrates and explains the astonishing range of habitats on Earth and the intricate balance of their animal and plant communities. Explore the world's natural habitats and the plants and animals that live there. From the depths of the ocean to soaring mountain peaks - via coral reefs, deserts, rainforests, and even cityscapes - discover how unexpected and unique wildlife...

Global in scope, this encyclopaedia features a photographic catalogue of more than 1,270 bird species, making it a must-have for every avian enthusiast. The diversity and drama of the bird world is brought to breathtaking life in an encyclopaedic new edition. This photographic guide to every bird order and family profiles more than 1,280 species, pictured in their native environment...

A revealing visual exploration of 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...

An essential cookbook for every kitchen featuring over 275 recipes and techniques with clearly illustrated step-by-step photography. Move over Delia- this cookbook is the new kitchen classic for a global generation. - The Independent You Can Cook Everything is an all-new collection of essential recipes destined to become a classic for every household. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions and every dish...

A definitive 21st-century reference guide to the world's greatest distilleries and their whiskies. No other spirit is as complex as whisky; its appeal is timeless, and its fans can spend a lifetime unravelling its mysteries. The Whisky Opus is the companion for that journey. Fully revised with all-new images, a fresh design, and updated text which takes in all the...