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Walk with prehistoric giants and learn everything about our reptilian predecessors in this complete e-guide to dinosaur life.Welcome to the world of dinosaurs, you're going to need to learn quickly if you don't want to be dinner for a Dimetrodon! Lucky for you, you picked up the Ultimate Dinosaur Handbook! This superb fact-including ebook contains everything you need to separate your Stegosaurus from your Spinosaurus, Jurassic from Triassic, and carnivores from herbivores. With details on dinosaur habitats, dinosaurs of the sea and sky, prehistoric beasts, and who would win in a battle, you will be able to answer any question on how the world was 250 million years ago. This ultimate ebook contains facts and stats about more than 150 different species of dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures. Each animal profile includes vital statistics of their size, weight, where they lived, and unique facts. There is even a size chart on some pages comparing them to humans, so you will be able to see how you shape up to these Triassic titans. If you love dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures, are fascinated by their history and biology, and want to know everything about them, then this handbook is the perfect companion.

Step outside and find out about how you can help the adorable animals that like to visit your garden. Little ones will love following Rory the Garden Bird as he sets off burrowing around your backyard garden, finding yummy bird mix to munch on and a cosy spot in the trees to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with bumps along the way, he'll need your help, will you volunteer as his little helper?This sweet picture ebook gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones are shown just how unique garden birds are, which makes them worth preserving. But with plenty of tips and tricks for how we can care for garden-dwelling friends like Rory and keep them safe from the dangers they may face, no one is too young to start making a difference.Rory the Garden Bird is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen in their gardens.

Step outside and find out about how you can help the adorable animals that like to visit your garden. Little ones will love following Roly the Hedgehog as she sets off burrowing around your backyard garden, finding yummy bugs to munch on and a cosy bed of leaves to rest in after a long, hard day of exploring. But with bumps along the way, she'll need your help, will you volunteer as her little helper?This sweet picture ebook gently introduces young readers to the idea of animal conservation and protection. Bursting with fun trivia, little ones are shown just how unique hedgehogs are, which makes them worth preserving. But with plenty of tips and tricks for how we can care for garden-dwelling friends like Roly and keep them safe from the dangers they may face, no one is too young to start making a difference.Roly the Hedgehog is the perfect gift for any small-animal lover, or budding environmentalist, and will inspire toddlers to discover so much of what is unseen in their gardens.

Bored of biology? Crushed by chemistry? Perplexed by physics? DOES SCIENCE REALLY MATTER ANYWAY? Oh, only for... JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING!From how to stop a virus to defy gravity, and from how to predict the future to how to see the past, this ebook shows you where science started, why it matters now, and the jaw-dropping places it may lead us to in the future. It will change the way you think about science FOREVER!Beautiful hand-drawn illustrations show you how history's most ingenious and daring scientists solved mysteries that had puzzled the ancient world for millennia, triggering an age of discovery that gave us telescopes, flying machines, steam engines, antibiotics, electricity, radio, space travel, and computers. Discover the amazing men and women who challenged conventional thinking and put their lives at risk to learn about everything, from planetary orbits and gold to germs, and from gunpowder to radioactivity.What's the Point of Science? explains in super-simple terms how science really works and why it changed the world. It's packed with surprising facts, tales of ingenuity and endeavour, and beautiful, unique illustrations. This ebook is about how scientists changed the world, one breakthrough at a time, and it is guaranteed to inspire, surprise, amuse, and entertain everybody who downloads it.

Explore the lives and achievements of history's most important military figures with this illustrated e-guide to military men and women.Featuring more than 100 key generals and military leaders from Alexander the Great to Winston Churchill, Masters of War takes you on a visual chronological journey of military history and the people behind the battles that have shaped it, starting in ancient Egypt and coming up to date with World War I, World War II, Vietnam War, and conflicts in the Middle East. Profiles include Julius Caesar, Charlemagne, Genghis Khan, Oliver Cromwell, Napoleon, Horatio Nelson, Otto von Bismarck, Simon Bolivar, Ulysses Grant, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Douglas MacArthur, Mao Zedong, and many more. Biographies reveal the details of each leader's life and achievements, while paintings, photographs, and artefacts bring their stories to life. The ebook also features the uniforms and equipment of soldiers throughout history. Each object is accompanied with a short description of its importance, from the swords and spears of early warfare to the guns and uniforms of the modern era. (This ebook features US text).

Ever wonder what happened 100 years ago on your birthday? What about on Christmas Day in the year 800? Or Halloween in the distant past? You might be surprised by what you find out. On This Day is a history ebook with a difference. Travel back in time and discover the weird and wonderful things that happened around the world on every day of the year, from January 1st to December 31st. From the first day of China's rule by the Han dynasty on February 28th, 202 BCE, to the introduction of Dolly the Sheep, the world's first cloned mammal, on July 5th, 1996, there is something incredible to learn on every page. Unlike other day-by-day history ebooks, On This Day includes historical photographs and quirky illustrations that visualize the events of the past. No matter what your interests, from arts to sports to science, you'll find them represented here in a diverse range of events that are collected together by the day they share.

Do you have what it takes to help a LEGO minifigure with your LEGO building skills? A LEGO minifigure is lost and needs to get back to the safety of the toy shelf with his other LEGO friends. But it will take some quick thinking and solid LEGO building skills for this tiny toy to make it there safely! Grab your LEGO collection and build your way through this exciting story. Make a bridge to traverse the depths of the kitchen sink. Build a roller coaster to distract the spooky hallway monsters. Help the minifigure escape the claws of a plush toy cat with a brick-built helicopter and much more as you help him build his way home. With plenty of building tips and inspirational photos, build yourself an adventure as you save the day. 2021 The LEGO Group.

This fantastic resource pack contains what you need to teach your class in Black History Month. The pack includes four biographies of famous Black men and women and DK's Timelines from Black History to explore other significant and inspiring Black individuals, with lesson plans for KS1 and KS2 English, with drama activities, writing frames, comprehension activities, timelines, and more! Support your teaching of this important topic with our Black History Month (UK) pack.

Unravel the history, themes, and language of Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets with this beautifully illustrated guide to his life and works. Comedy and romance, history, and tragedy, Shakespeare's canon has it all. Some 400 years after they were written and first performed, his works still remain fresh and relevant today.Shakespeare: his life and works is an accessible and lavishly illustrated celebration of the Bard himself and his 39 plays, great sonnets, and narrative poems. Themes, plots, characters, and language are brought to life with act-by-act plot summaries, resumes of main characters, and in-depth analysis of Shakespeare's use of, and influence on, the English language. Entries also explore Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets in the context of his life and the world of Elizabethan and Jacobean theatre, and reveal his sources and inspirations, further enriching your experience of his work, be it on the page, stage, or screen.Shakespeare: his life and works is the perfect gift for existing Shakespeare fans, and anyone looking to find out more about the work of the world's most celebrated playwright.

Can you spot the difference between an ostrich and an emu, and a leopard and an ocelot? You can! Then what are you waiting for? Take on this brain-busting nature challenge!With more than 60 topics from across the animal world, there's something for everyone in this brilliant and entertaining quiz book for kids and the whole family. The pages are packed with eye-popping pictures - but do you know what they show? To help you, "e;Test Yourself"e; panels list what you're looking for. With three levels of difficulty, the challenge gets harder as you work your way from Starter, to Challenger, and finally the truly tricky Genius category. If you need it, there's a fun fact with every picture to give a helpful clue.Open up Animal Knowledge Genius! to find out what you know, and challenge yourself to learn even more!

Experience New York City the local way with this insider's guideHome to soaring skyscrapers, world-renowned parks and a foodie scene like no other, this rapturous city is a cultural colossus. But it's not all about the Empire State Building and the Met Museum. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals? This insider's guide is packed with recommendations from New Yorkers in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Canoe along Brooklyn's Gowanus Canal, browse long-standing record stores in the East Village and while away an evening at an Upper East Side wine bar. Whether you're a New Yorker looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of New York City.

Experience Dublin the local way with this insider's guide Home to vibrant art centres, leafy urban parks and a nightlife scene like no other, this convivial city is endlessly enticing. But it's not all about Trinity College and the lively pubs that line Temple Bar. Beyond the well-trodden sights there's a secret side of the city - and who better to guide you to it than the locals?This insider's guide is packed with recommendations from Dubliners in the know, helping you to discover all their favourite hangout spots and hidden haunts. Enjoy the craic at a whiskey bar near Stephen's Green, take a dip in the Irish Sea at Sandycove and browse artisan markets in the city's quieter Georgian squares. Whether you're a Dubliner looking to uncover your city's secrets or a traveller seeking an authentic experience beyond the tourist track, this stylish guide makes sure you experience the real side of Dublin.

Who will we find today? What can you spot? Every read is different with this unique, beautifully illustrated and super colourful ebook.Who is that hiding? Can you see Mr Red Fox or Mrs Bear? Spot the animals as you read along together in this enchanting and unique ebook! Learning new animals and brilliant facts with lots of things to spot while thinking about shapes and colours, this book can be read over and over again. Come and join the fun with Hidden Animals! You'll be spotting something new each time!

Help little ones learn about their emotions and discover kindness in this sweet little board book. I Feel Kind is the perfect introduction to kindness, teaching youngsters how little acts of kindness in everyday life can have a positive impact on themselves and others. Follow the story of the bright Kind flower to see how kindness looks and feels and the many ways children can spread kindness. This colourful picture book also asks children the important question, "e;What have you done that is kind?"e;, turning the book into a fun, interactive experience.Sweet illustrated characters and minimal text make I Feel Kind the perfect first book for young children to enjoy and learn that every act of kindness, big or small, can make a difference.

Travel back in time with the latest instalment in the bestselling Big Ideas series, in a brand new ebook format.The Little Book of History charts world history from the dawn of civilisation to the modern culture we live in today. From the origins of homo-sapiens to the release of Nelson Mandela, from the French Revolution to the Space Race, The Little Book of History is a stunning exploration of the human timeline up to and including modern Islam, the world wide web, and the global financial crisis.The Little Book of History tackles big historical ideas with stunning visuals, key quotes, and important themes that are woven throughout world history. Discover events from the assassination of Caesar to World War I and see the people and events come to life with The Little Book of History, perfect for students, adults, or anyone who wants to understand our fascinating past.

An exhilarating guided tour around the most unbelievable, unusual, and incredible places on Earth - perfect for readers aged 7+ with big imaginations and a thirst for adventure.This book will transport you to the far flung reaches of the globe to discover places so incredible you'll barely be able to believe they are real. Have you ever seen a waterfall that looks like it's on fire, a cave filled with bright blue glow worms, or a bright pink lake? Well that's exactly the kind of thing the pages of this book are filled with (along with much, much more).Inspired by explorer's journals, this is the ultimate guide for curious kids with a love for learning. Every page dives deep into explaining the science behind various natural phenomena, a place's historical or cultural significance, and more. So if you're an eager explorer, turn the pages to discover natural wonders, stunning vistas, and other jaw-dropping places from around the world.

Welcome to the wonderful world of Finch Bakery!Lauren and Rachel Finch, founders of Finch Bakery, share their best-kept secrets to decorating all-out celebration cakes and let you in on their top baking techniques to create indulgent brownies and cupcakes, decadent macarons, stuffed cookies of every kind and your very own versions of their phenomenal signature cake jars. Packed with crowd-pleasing classics and desserts to impress, Finch Bakery has a treat to satisfy every sweet tooth, every time.

Make quick, one-pot meals any time of the day - it's that easy. The magic of one-pot cooking is a dream come true for those with a busy lifestyle. Recipes that are simple, healthy, and easy should be non-negotiable. This cookbook gives you just that - quick, delicious meals that take less than half the time. Australian Women's Weekly One Pot shows you how to make stews, tray bakes, paella, pies, and other family-friendly recipes. Included in this recipe book are: - More than 90 recipes and variations, all photographed and with a fresh, modern design- Quick, easy and delicious meals using just one dish to save you time in both preparation and washing up- Unique recipes not found in any of the other Australian Women's Weekly cookbooks- Simple ingredients that are recognisable and readily available in all markets- A range of cuisines, types of dishes and dietary needs, creating balanced everyday meals- A mixture of classic recipes and innovative ideasYou can create a feast in just one pot! Low-carb food, easy dinners, and wholesome family favourites - all in a few simple steps. Packed full of recipes from all over the world, and covering both stove-top and oven cooking, this book shows you how to cook for flavour with ease and speed, in a single pot, pan, wok, or tray.Recipes in this inspiring book are tried and tested and celebrate simplicity, great produce, and multicultural living. The Australian Women's Weekly series of cookbooks are creative, accessible, reliable branded recipe books with fresh photography and a modern design. Other books in this series include Australian Women's Weekly Vegetarian, Australian Women's Weekly Baking, and Australian Women's Weekly Mediterranean.

The masters of home baking, Australian Women's Weekly, bring you delightful bakes for every occasion!Enjoy classic bakes for any occasion alongside exciting and original variations - a host of sweet and savoury recipes, from delicious snacks and satisfying desserts, to wholesome lunches and comforting dinners. Add a creative twist to take your banana bread to the next level, shake things up with four easy ways to transform a classic quiche, and enjoy a real treat with six ways to elevate the humble chocolate chip cookie.This home baking book is perfect for anyone looking for all-new tried-and-tested, fuss-free recipes! It includes:- More than 100 recipes and exciting variations, all photographed, covering both sweet and savoury bakes for snacks, meals, desserts, and treats- No baking recipe is repeated from one book to another- Ingredients are recognisable and readily available in all markets- Each book covers a range of cuisines, types of dishes and dietary needs, creating balanced everyday meals- A mixture of classic recipes and innovative ideasWhether you're looking to make a delicious snack, satisfying dessert, wholesome lunch or comforting dinner, Australian Women's Weekly Baking serves up fabulous baking ideas for tasty treats and meals! Each recipe is written with simple step-by-step instructions and is accompanied by a useful baking tip and a full-colour photograph, so you can cook with complete confidence.Australian Women's Weekly is a series of creative, accessible and reliable recipe books that taps into Australia's healthy and vibrant food culture. It's centred on simplicity, great produce, and multicultural living. Look out for Australian Women's Weekly One Pot and discover more than 90 hearty, delicious, and quick everyday meals you can create in just one pot.

Discover the wonderful world of apples with this inventive recipe book! From tart to sweet, crunchy, and soft, explore the incredible diversity of apples! This apple cookbook includes over 70 mouthwatering recipes to teach you everything you need to know about enjoying and cooking with apples. In the pages of this recipe book, you'll find: - More than 70 mouthwatering recipes, including tried and tested favourites and creative new ideas - Information on the more unusual and heritage apple varieties- Inspiration and new, inventive ways to use seasonal produce in your cooking- Beautifully illustrated with colour photography throughoutWe all know about the Granny Smith and Golden Delicious but do you know Bramley from the Egremont Russet? There are 7000 different varieties of apples grown in the UK and the US - more than an apple a day to choose from! This recipe book explores the fascinating world of apple growing and harvesting and delves into varieties you don't usually see at the supermarket! Apple Kitchen contains a wide variety of recipes that showcase the remarkable versatility of this noble fruit. In this book about apples, you'll find creative recipes for starters and snacks, mains desserts, and drinks. Along with old favourites like apple strudel, baked apples, and Tarte Tatin. Check out fresh menu ideas like carrot and apple soup, apple-filled tortellini, and apple-butter pumpkin pie.

Add some sparkle to your LEGO building with more than 50 magical model ideas! Use your LEGO collection to create enchanted forests, mythical creatures, fairies, super heroes, wands, and much more. Believing in magic is just the beginning! 2021 The LEGO Group.

Astound your friends and family with this impressive collection of mind-boggling facts and visual comparisons about the human body. Did you know you made 3 million new blood cells while you read this sentence? Or that you shed and regrow a whole new layer of skin every 39 days? Or that your DNA could stretch to the Sun and back not once but 16 times? It Can't Be True! Human Body! is full of bite-size, fascinating nuggets of information about the incredible abilities of human bodies.Find out how many bathtubs of saliva you swallow, how many tankers of blood your heart pumps, how many gigagallons of air your lungs exhale. Discover how bone is strong enough to support the weight of a truck and be amazed by the unbelievable number of odours your nose can smell and the seemingly infinite range of colours your eyes can see. Witness the smallest bone, the strongest muscle, the fastest nerve, the deadliest parasite. See how an eye works like a 576 megapixel camera and find out why the human brain beats the world's biggest AI supercomputer. Packed with exciting computer-generated images (CGIs), It Can't Be True! Human Body! explains astounding number facts with jaw-dropping visual comparisons that reveal just how impressive your body really is.

Delve into the social and cultural history of 100 of the world's most important cities.From the first towns in Mesopotamia to today's global metropolises, cities have marked the progress of civilization. Written in the form of illustrated "e;biographies"e;, Great Cities offers a rich historical overview of each featured city, brought to vivid life with paintings, photographs, timelines, maps, and artefacts. The latest title in the series style of Artists, Writers, Philosophers, and Composers, this lavish ebook goes under the skin of cities both ancient and modern - from Persepolis and Tikal, Paris and Vienna to Prague, Amsterdam, Tokyo, and Dubai. Which ancient civilization founded the precursor to Mexico City? Why was Venice the gateway to the East? What was the Belle Epoque? Which was the first city to build sewers? Great Cities takes you there, and tells you all this and more. Stunning images of city life and key moments in history are complemented by close-ups of revealing details and feature panels that provide additional context. An ebook not just about history but also about art, architecture, commerce, and politics, Great Cities provides a fascinating insight into what has shaped the places where we live. Perfect for history, geography, and arts enthusiasts and a stunning gift for armchair explorers of all ages, it is your window into the world's most fascinating cities.

Put your safety goggles on and enter the fascinating world of science with this visually stunning encyclopedia.Perfect for curious kids, SuperScience presents the wonders of science as never seen before. Explore the clever and cutting-edge ways science can impact our world through jaw-dropping photography and revealing computer-generated images. Discover how we explore the vast reaches of space, study wild weather such as storms and volcanoes, eradicate diseases, and even find out how science has helped fields like history and the arts.The ebook examines the science behind everyday life - how we power our homes, grow our food, and build machines that allow us to communicate with others and travel around the world. Featuring a wide range of scientific inventions and discoveries, from advances in modern medicine to groundbreaking ideas for saving the environment, SuperScience uncovers how science plays a part in every area of our lives.SuperScience will make young readers see the science surrounding us in a thrilling new light.

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.STEM subjects are where the future's at. Now you can be a science superstar with this colourful practice ebook.Are you a budding Einstein? Or do you need a little more help to avoid falling behind in science class? DK's How to be Good at Science, Technology, and Engineering course book for children aged 7-14 now has two accompanying workbooks: Workbook 1 covers ages 7-11 and Workbook 2 covers ages 11-14. These workbooks will help to cement everything you need to know about "e;STE"e; subjects through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra revision practice before that important test. Workbook 1 is aimed at children aged 7-11 (Key Stage 2 in the UK; Grades 2, 3, 4, and 5 in the US), and covers all the key areas of the school curriculum for this level, including the human body, animal and plant life, evolution, states of matter, energy, simple mechanics, the Earth, Moon and Sun, and lots more. And there are answers at the back to check that you're on the right path.This engaging and clear workbook accompanies DK's How to be Good at Science, Technology, and Engineering course book, but can also be used on its own to reinforce classroom teaching.

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.Love it or hate it, maths is an essential subject to know. Now you can master it with this colourful practice ebook. Do you feel a bit left behind in maths class? Or are you a maths genius and want to practise more at home? DK's How to be Good at Maths course book for children aged 7-11 now has two accompanying workbooks: Workbook 1 covers ages 7-9 and Workbook 2 covers ages 9-11. These workbooks will help to cement everything you need to know about maths through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra revision practice before that important test. Workbook 2 is aimed at children aged 9-11 (Upper Key Stage 2 in the UK; Grades 4, 5, and 6 in the US), and covers all the key areas of the school curriculum for this level, including working with fractions and decimal numbers, percentages, long multiplication and division, measurement, geometry, coordinates, statistics, probability, and basic algebra. And there are answers at the back to check that you're on the right path.This engaging and clear workbook accompanies DK's How to be Good at Maths course book, but can also be used on its own to reinforce classroom teaching.

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.Love it or hate it, maths is an essential subject to know. Now you can master it with this colourful practice ebook. Do you feel a bit left behind in maths class? Or are you a maths genius and want to practise more at home? DK's How to be Good at Maths course book for children aged 7-11 now has two accompanying workbooks: Workbook 1 covers ages 7-9 and Workbook 2 covers ages 9-11. These workbooks will help to cement everything you need to know about maths through practice questions and practical exercises. Easy-to-follow instructions allow you to try out what you've studied, helping you understand what you've learned in school or giving extra revision practice before that important test. Workbook 1 is aimed at children aged 7-9 (Lower Key Stage 2 in the UK; Grades 2 and 3 in the US) and covers all the key areas of the school curriculum for this level, including fractions, multiplication, division, measurement, geometry, coordinates, data handling and graphs. And there are answers at the back to check that you're on the right path.This engaging and clear workbook accompanies DK's How to be Good at Maths course book, but can also be used on its own to reinforce classroom teaching.

Venture into the world of codes and ciphers!Codes have been used for thousands of years as a way of hiding important secrets and sending mysterious messages. They are the best way of sending messages covertly and keeping information safe from enemies or nosy siblings! Learn about the fiendishly clever codes and ciphers that have been invented over the years and how even cleverer people have cracked them. Become an expert in cryptology as you follow the stories of famous codebreakers and their place in history.Codebreakers is part of the Mega Bites series, which uncovers the secrets of history, science, and the natural world. Investigate the most complicated thing in the universe - your Brain; then journey to the most mysterious as we dive into a Black Hole; and closer to home, marvel at the genius of the world's smartest Codebreakers! Whichever title you pick, you'll get the expert knowledge and fun facts you need on each topic, with every ebook including illustrations, fun stories, and anecdotes.

This complete e-guide provides all the information you need on prescribed and over-the-counter medication.This fully revised edition tells you how medicines work, what they treat, their benefits, and their potential risks and side effects. Clear and easy-to-use, this ebook explains what the major drug groups and drugs are and what they are used for, whether they are painkillers or anticancer drugs. It explains dosage and side-effects, and possible interactions with other medicines. The clear, accessible advice tells you what to do if you miss a dose or take too much. Although this reference is invaluable to healthcare professionals, its concise and jargon-free text will benefit anybody taking medication or wanting to know more about the drugs used in common medical practice.

Discover the key facts about waste and how we can produce less to help protect our planet.Waste management is an issue humans have encountered throughout history. We can learn a lot about the past by looking at rubbish that was buried in early rubbish dumps, called middens. This ebook covers the different types of garbage, how it is dealt with, and the problems that occur because of rubbish.This is a timely entry into the award-winning DKfindout! series. It highlights some of the key global concerns, such as space waste, the problem of plastic, growing landfills, and fast fashion. It also looks at what is being done worldwide to help manage waste better, from renewable energy to eco homes.Positive suggestions are made for trying eco-friendly swaps for single-use plastic items, wasting less food, and converting trash into treasure. This ebook is thought-provoking as it gets the reader to ask themselves if they really need to purchase an item and if they do buy something, to consider where it will end up after it's been used. A key way to prevent creating trash is to avoid consuming so much.