Books by DK

An interactive pop up book that inspires hands-on learning with the help of some incredible ocean habitats! Tactile elements and delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills and early learning.Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap pages and entertaining rhymes. Pop up Peekaboo: Ocean provides lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of underwater exploration. Journey through the ocean and discover different habitats teeming with life. Babies and toddlers will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises pop up from the pages: a tiny turtle living in a seagrass meadow, three friendly clownfish in a colourful coral reef, a sleek otter diving for sea urchins in a kelp forest, a jellyfish glowing in the depths of the open ocean, and a huge Humpback whale and her calf leaping from frozen waters. Vocabulary about habitats and animal life are carefully woven throughout the book, making this book a fun and easy introduction to the topic of the Earth's precious underwater habitats. Inside the pages of this pop-up adventure book, you'll find:- Hands-on play that builds confident book skills- Look-and-find peekaboo games that reward curiosity- Rhythmic, read-aloud text that aids language development- Rounded edges and chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth!This interactive toddler book for 2-year-olds helps teach young children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups help toddlers learn motor control for improved dexterity.This pop up book has been designed as an all-round activity learning experience, to get the most out of story time. Read aloud the lively rhymes that create the amusing story for your kids to follow, and play a guessing game of who is behind the flap! The rhymes and the easy-to-read text help nursery school children remember the new words they are learning for early language development. Complete the Pop up book series!Surprise! The peekaboo fun doesn't stop here! Your little one will enjoy hours of hide-and-seek surprises with the My Pop-Up Series. Find your farmyard friends with Pop-Up Peekaboo! Farm, search the oceans in Pop-Up Peekaboo! Under the Sea and travel back in time to find dinosaurs in Pop-up Peekaboo! Baby Dinosaur and more!

Take a tour of the animal kingdom and learn everything there is to know about the wildlife that inhabit the Earth in this complete guide to animals.The latest title in DK's Ultimate Handbook series takes you on a journey of a lifetime as you discover some of the world's most incredible mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Whether you are trekking through the hot and humid rainforest, exploring the dark depths of the ocean, or climbing the snow-capped, icy mountains, you will learn all about some of the extraordinary animals that live on Earth.This ultimate kids' factbook in ebook format includes must-know facts and stats about more than 200 species of animal, from where they live to how they communicate with one another, and much, much more. With modern, detailed illustrations and unique information confirmed by our own animal expert, this book is perfect for inquisitive, young animal-lovers. With this informative book, you will learn to tell your dolphins from your porpoises, predators from your prey, and carnivores from your herbivores.DK's Animal Ultimate Handbook is ideal for sparking curiosity and is certain to amaze any child interested in the animals. So if you love the outdoors and want to know everything about the fantastic wildlife that live there, then this book will make the perfect companion and a great addition to your bookshelf.

A must-have illustrated introduction to the animal kingdom, including over 50 of the world's favourite animals! Introducing The Bedtime Book of Animals, a must-have animal reference book for all early readers who are keen to explore animals from all over the globe. Turn each page to find out more about a wide variety of animals, from teeny-tiny insects to gigantic elephants and whales. The Bedtime Book of Animals showcases creatures from each of the core animal groups (mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates) in six dedicated chapters. Many pages are devoted to a different creature, with others featuring a collection of animals from the same family, and some explore more than one animal type, giving bite-sized chunks of accessible information to help early learners get to know new species.Discover beautiful illustrations, storybook text, and key terms highlighted on each page, this amazing animal book is a wonderful and comprehensive introduction to animals around the world. There are also reference pages that dive in deeper to explore animal classification, food chains, habitats, and even endangered and extinct animals. A fun-filled journey into the animal kingdom awaits you, promising: -A must-have introduction to a wide variety of animals from around the world-Introduces essential information about each species in a friendly, accessible way-Colourfully illustrated, with light annotation of key features-Reinforces early animal vocabulary, and builds awareness of connections in the animal kingdom-Fully illustrated, with a bright colour palette and fresh feel. From rabbits and red pandas, starfish to songbirds, endangered animals and exploring the food chain, The Bedtime Book of Animals is a beautiful, fully-illustrated non-fiction title, with evocative, engaging picture book text that can be read aloud - perfect for parents/carers and children to enjoy at bedtime. A must-have volume to add to every 3-5 year old's library, this is a one-hit introduction to animals, featuring more than 50 best-loved and lesser-known animals from around the world. Did you know that the topic of animals is universally popular and this is a tried-and-tested non-fiction genre, which can help to develop early understanding of the natural world in young readers, as well as developing soft skills such as empathy, kindness and care in 3-5 year olds? Perfect for parents and educators seeking to introduce core animal knowledge at a young age, including how to recognise animals, animal categorisation and key features. A friendly, factual, timeless gift book, The Bedtime Book of Animals will be treasured forever.

Get lost amongst the trees, climb high up the branches, and peek at the ground beneath you, as we wander through the forest and meet lots of new friends! Introducing babies to the idea of friendship and what it means to have a friend, as well as gently covering the great diversity of forest life and their spectacular home, this is the perfect book for little explorers. Everyone has a friend. The Owl is friends with the Rabbits, and the Acorns are friends with the Bear. Even the Fox has friends.Whether you are looking for a gift for a baby, or just an adorable bedtime story for adults to share with their little ones, this warm baby book, with delightfully whimsical illustrations, is the perfect choice for your shelf.

This fun-filled activity book will teach you all about rocks and minerals with exciting activities, puzzles and more!Uncover all there is to know about the rocks and minerals beneath your feet in this fun-filled activity book.Dig up the Earth's hidden wonders, from ancient rocks to glittering gems, strike gold, and get lost amongst the ancient ruins. No stone is left unturned in this essential activity book!While kids pore over the pages packed with fascinating facts, the fun challenges, quizzes and puzzles will inspire creativity. Explore the relics and ruins of ancient civilisations and have a go at drawing your own, pick out the fake jewels from the real with a spot the difference game, and twist and turn through the maze to discover mysterious caves. Many more buried adventures await you, if you dare to unearth them! With lively activities that go hand in hand with the educational content, learning has never been so effortlessly fun and easy! Perfect for inquisitive, fact-loving kids and budding geologists, The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Rocks and Minerals will keep young readers entertained for hours!Dive deep into the pages of this incredible activity book to explore: -48 colourful, interactive spreads with simple, age-appropriate text-Balance of text and activities on each page make it apt for reluctant readers/learners-Promotes interactive learning-Bright and eye-catching illustrations and photographyA must-have volume for inquisitive and fact-loving kids with a niche for knowledge, The Fact-Packed Activity Book: Rocks and Minerals combines interesting facts about rocks and minerals in the natural world with entertaining activities that encourage children to have fun as they learn. In fact, a recent study suggests that children's activity books help them to develop their reading ability, as well as their literacy and critical thinking. Puzzling out the different steps through each activity naturally improves their comprehension skills whilst they enjoy endless fun along the way! Children have a natural curiosity about the world around them. Rocks and minerals contain clues about the Earth and how it works, so a book like this turns their interest into a learning opportunity. Reveal rocks and minerals you didn't even know existed with with this all-encompassing fact and activity book ideal for 5-9 year olds. Learning has never been more fun!At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? If you like The Fact Packed Activity Book: Rocks and Minerals then why not try The Fact Packed Activity Book: Dinosaurs to travel back in time and discover the diverse world of dinosaurs, or hone your knowledge on the human body with The Fact Packed Activity Book: Human Body.

Be an eyewitness to the world of birds Everything you ever wanted to know about our feathered friends; from the moment a chick hatches and grows in the nest, to how birds camouflage themselves, fly, hunt and feed. Get the picture using the clip-art CD with over 100 amazing images to download. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate your room. Great for projects or just for fun, this fact-packed guide and CD shows and tells you everything you need to know about birds. I am a big fan of these They are brilliantly visual There isn t a child that would be able to resist picking that up Reader Reviews

The story of music from prehistory to the present day Classical or rock, everyone has their favourite musical style, but how did your top choice come about? Why did jazz go Latin, or blues influence rock? Find out in Music, a visual history of the most unifying art form in the world. Every musical revolution from bone flutes to electronica and from jazz to hip-hop is charted in this visually stunning history of music. Key musical innovators like Mozart, Elvis and Johnny Cash are profiled with biographies that detail their lives and works and every development from baroque to rock and roll is covered. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre, plus a free digital audio offering with audio samples of instruments and musical styles.Whether you are young or old, into hip-hop or opera, Music will hit the right note with you.

From erupting volcanoes to shuddering earthquakes, this book lets your child learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. It shows how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.

Explore like never before a journey through one of the most famous revolutionary wars in history. Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war to the signing of the Constitution, this picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America like never before. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, learn how soldiers were drilled, and go face-to-face with American revolutionaries including George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Hancock, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin. Throughout the pages of this newly- revised incredible history book, you can expect to find: -Up to 20 per cent new images, including photography and updated diagrams-All information updated by expert consultants-Packed with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines-Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldThis museum in a book uses striking full-colour photographs and illustrations of colonial weaponry, the notorious British red-coat uniform, deadly warships, the historic Declaration of Independence, and much more as well as amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help bring this extraordinary war to life. The unique visual approach immerses curious children in every page, and the added wall chart is the perfect historical-themed accessory for the bedroom or classroom! A must-have volume for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for knowledge and learning, alongside teachers, parents and librarians.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 per cent 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. Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

From the earliest migrations to the dawn of space tourism, experience the excitement of travel throughout the ages in this gloriously illustrated book! The quest for adventure has defined human history since the beginning of time. Whether it be for food, pilgrimages, trade, or scientific curiosity, people have been compelled to set forth into the wild for centuries. Trace their incredible journeys in this beautifully illustrated book! From the first trade networks in ancient Sumer, to the Crusades, the Grand Tour, and the Voyager missions in outer space. This enthralling visual history of travel includes maps, paintings, photographs, and journal entries to fascinate every armchair traveler. Be transported through space and time with the only comprehensive and fully illustrated book on the history of travel. Inside it you'll find: -Stories of great exploration, migration, and scientific discovery, accompanied by historic maps, paintings and photographs. -Themed spreads and feature panels explaining developments in history, geography, religion, and science -Catalog pages showcasing the evolution of transport networks across the globe -A foreword written by adventurer and New York Times bestselling author, Simon Reeve-An optional 80-page illustrated directory profiling great explorers and expeditionsVoyage with vikings, and pursue plundering pirates! From the ancient travels of Odysseus, to Pizarro's conquest of Peru, follow the biographies of pioneering travellers, intrepid explorers, and cruel conquerors. Gripping eye-witness accounts transport you to former times, bringing pivotal moments of historical, scientific, and religious discovery to vivid life. Ever wondered what it would feel like to be the first in flight? Or to be a part of The Great Northern Expedition? Learn all of the technological innovations in railways, ships, cars, and aviation that facilitated the greatest journeys of humankind. This book is sure to take you far away from the confines of your living room. Prepare for the journey of a lifetime, perfect for anyone interested in history, migration, and human adventure!

DK brings you a curated collection of all-new triple-tested Middle Eastern recipes from The Australian Women's Weekly.Australian Women's Weekly (AWW) is one of the most popular collections of cookbooks in Australia, with each book covering a diverse range of cuisines, helping you to create balanced and healthy meals each and everyday, without compromising on flavour! From mouth-watering tagines to crispy falafels and velvety hummus, these easy-to-follow recipes will add new heights to your everyday cooking. With a focus on fresh ingredients, rich flavour combinations, and healthy, balanced meals, and packed with plenty of vegetarian, pescatarian, and plant-based options, these versatile recipes are to be enjoyed by everyone.The Australian Women's Weekly's triple-tested, fuss-free recipes are trusted favourites around the world, and now you can also enjoy them with this collectible series of creative, accessible, and reliable recipe books. A must-have volume for anyone seeking tried-and-tested, fuss-free recipes with an impressive and creative twist, and lovers of Middle Eastern cuisine who want to recreate food from their favourite restaurants and takeawaysthemselves, this all-encompassing cookbook has something for everyone to enjoy. Sure to get your taste buds tingling, this quick cookbook promises:-Over 90 recipes suitable for all times of the year and a range of occasions-Ingredients are recognisable and readily available in all markets-Every recipe is triple tested in The Australian Women's Weekly test kitchen and by their external recipe testers-Including a mixture of classic recipes and innovative ideasEach book in the series features 80-100 recipes all photographed and with a fresh, modern design, covering a range of cuisines, types of dishes and dietary needs for creating balanced everyday meals. The ideal gift for people seeking quick fuss-free access to revolutionary recipes from the latest lifestyle trends, or those simply wishing to improve their palates and be more adventurous in the kitchen, this no fuss cookbook is sure to help you savour the taste and discover a world of flavour. With over 70 million global sales since their first published book, it's no wonder Australian Women's Weekly is one of the world's best-selling collections of cookbooks! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?Discover a broad range of bread, biscuits and baked goods with Australian Women's Weekly - Bakery and hone your health like never before with Australian Women's Weekly - Healthy Eating. Your taste-buds are sure to thank you for it!

A beautiful picture book with rhyming text introducing babies and toddlers to ocean creatures.Can you see the stingray hiding in the sand? Or the crab scurrying across the shore? Dive into the watery depths of the ocean and meet the fascinating creatures from the floating jellyfish to thefrolicking dolphin that live there, in this colourful, interactive board book for babies. While little one's marvel at the different animals hidden in our oceans, the charming, rhyming text makes this the ideal book for helping toddlers identify names and find their first words. With raised elements on the page for curious fingers to follow and plenty of bright colours and fun patterns to point to, this is the perfect hands-on introduction to sea life that children and adults alike will enjoy!Dive into the deep blue sea to discover: -Five delightfully illustrated page spreads featuring bright colours and eye-catching patterns-Simple, age-appropriate rhyming text perfect for reading aloud -Beautiful die-cut element on the cover and kiss-cut and raised elements on the page-Chunky board book with tough pages, safe for babies to chew on A board book that will engage little ones time and time again, Little Chunkies: Animals in the Ocean will make a lovely addition to any little animal-lover's bookshelf. Ideal for 0-3 year olds, the beautiful and simple tactile introduction to favourite sea creatures and their homes will enthrall early learners, as they are taken on ae taken on an exciting tour of the ocean. A recent study suggests that rhyming helps babies and children learn about words, sounds and language formation, as well as making their first reading experience enjoyable. The simple kiss-cut and raised elements that kids can touch and feel are perfect for babies to engage with, therefore capturing their attention and sparking excitement. Young children also learn through their senses, so the addition of tactiles will support their discovery of these ocean animals.Little Chunkies: Animals in the Ocean is the perfect first baby board book for early learners with a love of the ocean, ideal for parents, carers and educators seeking an adorable animal book with simple rhyming text for their little ones. Doubling up as a perfect gift, this awe-inspiring sea creature storybook is sure to delight. If your little one loves Little Chunkies: Animals in the Ocean, then why not try Little Chunkies: Animals on the Farm, to find out all about favourite farm animals and more!

A beautiful picture book with rhyming text introducing babies to farm animals and their behaviour.It's time to put on your wellies and head down to the farm where the excitement never stops! Wave at the llama hopping across the grass, join in with the quacking ducks and uncover the manyother charming animals that live on the farm, all in this colourful, interactive board book. While little ones marvel at our different farmyard friends, the charming, rhyming text makes this the ideal book for helping toddlers identify names and find their first words. With raised elements on the page for curious fingers to follow and plenty of bright colours and fun patterns to point to, this is the perfect hands-on introduction to farm life that children and adults alike will enjoy!Adventure awaits your little one as they discover: -Five delightfully illustrated page spreads featuring bright colours and eye-catching patterns-Simple, age-appropriate rhyming text perfect for reading aloud -Beautiful die-cut element on the cover and kiss-cut and raised elements on the page-Chunky board book with tough pages, safe for babies to chew on A board book that will engage little ones time and time again, Little Chunkies: Animals on the Farm will make a lovely addition to any little animal-lover's bookshelf. Ideal for 0-3 year olds, the beautiful and simple tactile introduction to favourite farm animals and their behaviours will enthrall early learners, as they are taken on ae taken on an exciting tour of the farm. A recent study suggests that rhyming helps babies and children learn about words, sounds and language formation, as well as making their first reading experience enjoyable. The simple kiss-cut and raised elements that kids can touch and feel are perfect for babies to engage with, therefore capturing their attention and sparking excitement. Young children also learn through their senses, so the addition of tactiles will support their discovery of farmyard friends. Little Chunkies: Animals on the Farm is the perfect first baby board book for early learners with a love of animals big and small, ideal for parents, carers and educators seeking an adorable animal book with simple rhyming text for their little ones. Doubling up as a perfect gift, this awe-inspiring animal storybook is sure to delight. If your little one loves Little Chunkies: Animals on the Farm then why not try Little Chunkies: Animals in the Ocean, to explore stunning sea creatures and more!

Travel down the road of wisdom to discover how to think about a series of philosophical problems, how to defend your opinions on them, and how to evaluate the opinions of others.Why is philosophy important? What's so great about it? Take a leap into the world of philosophy and discover questions about life, the universe, and human behaviour that great thinkers have pondered throughout history, and which are still being asked today.Philosophical ideas affect our day-to-day lives in ways that you might not expect. But understanding these ideas can be daunting - even for adults! If you want to learn how to argue the case for animal rights, why the concept of equality has many sides, or even what the theories are about why humans exist at all, What's the Point of Philosophy? is the place to start. By slowly unravelling arguments to unpack complex theories, What's the Point of Philosophy? allows you to connect with ideas in a new and exciting way. If you never stop asking 'why?', this is the book for you!This ebook is about how philosophy has changed the world, one crazy idea at a time, and it is guaranteed to inspire, surprise, amuse, and entertain everybody who picks it up.

Discover and understand the key ideas that underpin the core science of chemistry and learn about the great minds who uncovered them Written in plain English, The Chemistry Book is packed with short, pithy explanations of some of the most historic moments in science, from the birth of atomic theory to the discovery of polyethylene and the development of new vaccine technologies to combat COVID-19. Simple graphics, such as flowcharts and mind maps, support the text and make the explanation of key concepts easy to follow.Arranged in chronological order, the book covers key themes in the physical and natural sciences, such as geochemistry and the elements. Within each chapter, a series of articles traces the history of scientific thought and introduces the work of the scientists who have shaped the subject such as John Dalton, Marie Curie, Dmitri Mendeleev, Kathleen Lonsdale, and Stephanie Kwolek. Along the way, the book addresses some of the most fundamental questions in science, such as what is the universe made of, how is matter created, and what are the chemical bonds that make life possible?Whether you are new to chemistry, a student of the sciences, or just want to keep up with and understand the latest news and scientific debates, The Chemistry Book is for you.

Meet the dreamers and adventurers, go behind the scenes of exciting rocket launches, and blast off into the great unknown with India's space missions. Learn about India's first rocket launching station, which was housed in a 400-year-old church. Know everything you ever wanted to know about the visionaries, such as Vikram Sarabhai, Homi Bhabha, Satish Dhawan, APJ Abdul Kalam, and Kalpana Chawla who wanted India to reach the stars. Find out all this and more in India's Space Odyssey, a visually stunning book packed with illustrations and photographs from the archives of India's national space agency - Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The book traces the history of India's space research, discoveries, and development. From the early observatories to the establishment of ISRO and the groundbreaking Mars Orbiter Mission, this book will introduce young readers to the world of space exploration and India's endeavour to reach the final frontier. Packed with profiles, key events, and concepts that are explained in classic DK style, this book promises to be an easy, fun, and engaging read.

Get stickering with everyone's favourite characters from Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Explore new planets from a galaxy far, far away, join Grogu on his adventures, and choose which terrifying monster goes where in Star Wars: The Mandalorian Ultimate Sticker Collection. Spot bounty hunters, awesome aliens, and much, much more!Follow the Way in this fun activity book - packed with facts and more than 1000 stickers - perfect for young Star Wars fans. © & ¿ 2022 Lucasfilm Ltd.

This busy board book encourages hands-on fun for your toddler as they discover everything nature has to offer!Introducing My First Nature: Let's go exploring! an adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring different environments and wildlife for them to explore and love. This engaging nature book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about animals and all their different habitats along the way. How many legs does a spider have? Can you help spot the night-time animals? From ferny, forest floors to white, sandy beaches, babies and toddlers will love journeying through the different environments to discover the variety of wildlife that lives in our surroundings. This vibrant board book is a must-have for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as they uncover: - Over 180 colourful photographs of animals and the natural world with corresponding word labels. - First nature words split into 13 distinct groups so kids can learn about the many different types. - Sturdy and chunky board book with safe rounded tabs, thoroughly tested for babies and toddlers. - Easy-to-read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development in 0-3 year olds. The interactive book encourages children to count the match-up animals and their homes, and count which animals on the page can fly. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience for young children, whilst they engage and have fun!Whether it's matching up animals and their homes, or counting which animals on the page can fly, your little one can bring the nature to life in this inspiring board book. The strong board pages are made especially for young children, and the chunky tabs are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Young children will be able to quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite wildlife. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there?There's so much more to explore and love with DK's My First series. With over 15 titles in the series, your child can discover new topics, people and places to keep them entertained time and time again. Discover all the colours of the rainbow with My First Colours, meet playful puppies and cuddly kittens with My First Animals and have a fabulous time on the farm with My First Farm. Learning has never been more fun!

Hands-on fun for you and your toddler as you learn about animals from all around the world! Introducing 'My First Animals', a brand-new adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring a wide range of exciting animals for them to explore and love. This engaging board book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about animals and the noises they make along the way. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as they uncover: -Over 180 colourful photographs of amazing animals-Animals split into 13 distinct groups so kids can learn about different types of animals-Sturdy and chunky board book with safe rounded tabs, thoroughly-tested for babies and toddlers-Easy to read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development in 0-3 year olds.So, what lives at the bottom of the ocean? What noise does a tiger make? What are your favourite pets? Your child will be able to answer all of these questions and more with this vibrant board book, a must-have volume for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills.Each page is dedicated to different types of animals, such as farm and sea animals. There are easy to read labels so your little one can practice sounding out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to count the colourful tropical fish, pretend to talk like a parrot, and find the animal with a long trunk. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience for young children, whilst they have fun too!The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs, on the top or the side, are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Nursery school children will be able to quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite animal! Whether it's running from rhinos on safari, or greeting gorillas in the jungle, your little one can bring all the animals to life in this inspiring board book. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there!There's so much more to explore and love with DK's My First collection. With over 15 titles in the collection, your child can discover new topics, people and places to keep them entertained time and time again. Discover all the colours of the rainbow with My First Colours, meet playful puppies and cuddly kittens with My First Baby Animals and have a fabulous time on the farm with My First Farm. Learning has never been more fun!

Hands-on fun for you and your toddler as you learn all about the different seasons and what makes each one special. Introducing 'My First Seasons', a brand-new adorable tabbed board book for babies and toddlers, featuring all four seasons in the year and their key aspects. This engaging board book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about the types of weather and wildlife we experience throughout the year. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as they uncover: -Over 180 colourful photographs of wildlife, weather and activities specific to spring, summer, autumn and winter-Sturdy and chunky board book with safe rounded tabs, thoroughly-tested for babies and toddlers-Easy-to-read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development in 0-3 year olds.So, what do you like best about spring? What time of year do all the leaves fall off the trees? What season is the coldest of them all? Your child will be able to answer all of these questions and more with this vibrant board book, a must-have volume for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills.Each page is dedicated to a specific season, and uncovers all of the wonderful weather, wildlife and fun activities specific to this time of year. There are easy-to-read labels so your little one can practice sounding out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to sound out noises of season-specific animals, grow gorgeous flowers in the springtime and have fun planting potatoes for an autumn harvest.This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience for young children, whilst they have fun too!The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs, on the top or the side, are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Nursery school children will be able to quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite season! Whether it's hopping aboard the harvester or chasing butterflies around the cherry blossom tree, your little one can bring all four seasons to life in this inspiring board book. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there!There's so much more to explore and love with DK's My First collection. With over 15 titles in the collection, your child can discover new topics, people and places to keep them entertained time and time again. Discover all the colours of the rainbow with My First Colours, meet playful puppies and cuddly kittens with My First Baby Animals and have a fabulous time on the farm with My First Farm. Learning has never been more fun!

Learn first words and get talking with this busy board book for little ones!Can you spot the fluffy teddy bear? Where is the fluttering butterfly? From toys and farm animals to shapes and things that go, babies and toddlers will love pointing to and naming the different objects, with this perfect first-word book for curious children. Each section of this engaging and educational book is dedicated to a different theme, such as food and shapes. Bright, colourful photographs illustrate each word, with easy-to-read labels so your little one can sound out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to count the shapes, and name their favourite food. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience, and helps your little one develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills.Dive into the pages of this busy board book to discover:-Over 180 colour photographs of animals, toys, other children, household objects, food, drink, favourite place and more-Corresponding word labels to all photographs for little ones to learn-Chunky board book with safe, rounded tabs, thoroughly safety tested for babies and toddlersFirst words are grouped into 13 distinct subject areas so kids can turn to their favourites and even take the book with them to learn the names of objects wherever they go including: clothes, parts of the body and face, around the house, at the park, on the farm, at the beach, food and drink, pets, toys, animals and more! The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs along the top and side are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Nursery school children will quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite pictures.So, what's new? This revised edition has been updated for a more modern look. There are new fonts, word labels are straight for easy reading, talking points now stand out in colourful lozenges, some words and images have been updated or changed to suit the next generation of readers! This board book for babies is sure to delight little ones aged 0-3.

Hands-on fun for you and your toddler as you meet everyone on the farm!Introducing 'My First Farm', a brand-new adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring a farmyard full of fun animals for them to explore and love. This engaging board book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about different farm animals and the noises they make along the way. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as they uncover: -Over 180 colourful photographs of farm animals, vehicles, crops and more for little ones to look at with corresponding word labels for them to learn-Content divided into 13 distinct subject areas so children can easily turn to their favourite aspects of the farm-Sturdy and chunky board book with safe rounded tabs, thoroughly-tested for babies and toddlers-Easy to read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development in 0-3 year olds.So, what noise does a cow make? What's that chugging noise coming from the field? What is a baby sheep called? Your child will be able to answer all of these questions and more with this vibrant board book, a must-have volume for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills.Each section of this engaging and educational book is dedicated to different things you can find on a farm, such as baby animals and different crops. There are easy to read labels so your little one can practice sounding out the words with you. The interactive book encourages children to match the animal with their corresponding sounds, choose their favourite farm animal and distinguish the names of key farm animals from their babies. This delivers a rounded early learning reading experience for young children, whilst they have fun too!The book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs, on the top or the side, are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Nursery school children will be able to quickly recognise the picture on the tab which will take them straight to the page with their favourite animal! Whether it's chasing chickens around the farm or chugging along on a tractor, your little one can bring all the farmyard fun to life in this inspiring board book. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there!There's so much more to explore and love with DK's My First collection. With over 15 titles in the collection, your child can discover new topics, people and places to keep them entertained time and time again. Discover all the colours of the rainbow with My First Colours, meet playful puppies and cuddly kittens with My First Baby Animals and have a fun day out at the zoo with My First Zoo. Learning has never been more fun!

Bring trees to life like you've never seen before as The Tree Book invites you on an enchanting and illustrated journey into the astonishingly diverse growth of woodland wildlife in the world around us.Trees have been a part of human history from the very beginning. Used for shelter, tools, fuel, and food, they also help supply the atmosphere with oxygen and form astonishingly diverse ecosystems, as well as some of the world's most beautiful landscapes. Now the intricate world of leafy woodlands and abundant rainforests is revealed in this extensive visual guide to trees, exploring their key scientific traits and their ecological importance, as well as their enduring significance in human history and culture. From ancient oaks and great redwoods to lush banyans and imposing kapoks, The Tree Book reveals the anatomy, behaviours, and beauty of these incredible plants and habitats in detail.A must-have volume for budding botanists, this divine nature book showcases the rich diversity of trees, combining bewildering facts about spindles, spruces and more, with dazzling landscape photography of the endless species of trees found in forests and woodland all around the globe.Explore this fascinating book on trees to discover:-A historical overview of the cultural influence of trees and their ecological importance-Striking photography to accompany the profound explanations of tree biology and behaviour-A clear and comprehensible guide to ecology from both a historical and scientific point of view.With recent media coverage on climate change highlighting the global importance of our woodlands and rainforests, there's no better time than right now to immerse yourself in this extensive horticultural handbook for an illuminating blend of the science, culture, and history of trees dating back to the beginning of time.Let DK plant the seed of curiosity with this fantastic forest book, and watch as it blossoms into a life-long love of ecology, proving the ideal gift for naturalists or those with a soft-spot for nature photography. Combining natural history and a scientific overview with a wider look at the history, uses, symbolism, and mythology of trees, this book is a new kind of guide to these fascinating organisms.

Step inside one of humanity's greatest achievements with this behind-the-scenes guide to life in space Revealing a new perspective into the world of space exploration and the daring astronauts who make it possible, Behind the Scenes at the Space Station takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the International Space Station, as well as other amazing space stations past and present. Learn what it takes to get to space and what astronauts do once they make it there, from experiments to repairs, and so much more! Have you ever wondered if plants can grow in space? Or how astronauts go to the loo in zero gravity? Or what it feels like to orbit Earth at 17,500 mph?Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is a treasure trove of information. Did you know that during a 24-hour period, the International Space Station completes 16 orbits of Earth and the astronauts on board see 16 sunrises and sunsets everyday? Or that it is so enormous that it was launched in pieces and constructed in orbit?Brimming with astonishing visuals, step-by-step explanations of everyday astronaut tasks, and job profiles of the adventurous people who make it happen, Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is the perfect way to experience life in space.

She is benevolent and nurturing, yet fierce and terrible, a warrior and a lover. She creates and gives life, is death personified, and the one who grants eternal salvation. She is the ultimate form of reality, the cosmos. The Goddess inspires deep devotion and it is not surprising to see Her being worshipped and revered across homes in India. Shakti delves into this rich tradition of the Divine Feminine as She is represented across India and the subcontinent. In Shakti, encounter the Goddess in all Her glory and numerous forms. Dive deep into Her fascinating mythology and rituals. Unravel the philosophy behind Her worship and Her adaptation within many belief systems. From the origins of the Goddess in the ancient civilization of Harappa to Her evolution and changed character in contemporary times, Shakti tells the complete story of the Goddess in a linear fashion. During the course of its narrative, it brings together the diverse threads from different cultures, regions, and traditions to create a wonderful web within which the Goddess can be perceived and understood.