Books by DK

A guide to World War I. From disaster to victory, it captivates readers and gives an insight into life in the muddy trenches, and what it was like to be a soldier, along with a broader picture of the world-changing events that led to the start of the conflict.

From famous Gods to the inside of temples, this title lets your child get all the homework help they need, and learn all about Ancient Greece.

Packed with thousands of words and definitions the Children's Illustrated Dictionary is here to help with any child struggling with spellings and meanings.If you're stumbling over spellings or unsure of meanings this dictionary for kids is here to help! Packed with thousands of words and meanings, from abacus to X-ray, plus interactive images to help you remember difficult words and strange spellings the Children's Illustrated Dictionary is the easiest dictionary for you to use. Clear, simple and easy-to-navigate, so you always find the word you're looking for, the Children's Illustrated Dictionary also has fun dictionary games, sections on grammar and a mix of eye-catching illustrations to engage young readers - making this the most fun and comprehensive guide to language.

Colourful encyclopedia for kids with exciting 3D digital illustrations that bring key topics to life!The perfect first reference book that answers trivia questions for kids with exciting and colourful 3D digital illustrations. Did you know? Encyclopedia brings key subjects such as science, geography and history to life, through beautiful 3D images and a fun interactive question and answer format, making facts for kids fun and engaging.Did you know? Encyclopedia focuses on the subjects that kids really want to know about and the questions that they ask helping them easily learn new facts. From space and earth to people and nature, Did you know? Encyclopedia is packed with colourful 3D images to engage kids and help them understand the answer to their questions. Kids can look inside a volcano or into a beaver's lodge with the amazing pictures which show more than normal photographs ever could. Plus kids will love the 200 free colourful stickers inside to decorate their belongings!Get your children learning with this amazing kids encyclopedia packed with awe-inspiring 3D images which answer puzzling trivia questions for kids.

A plant guide, that is updated to include RHS Awards of Garden Merit so you know which plants are RHS recommended. It recommends over 3,000 trees, shrubs, perennials, bulbs, bedding plants, fruits and vegetables for every garden situation - all readily available from nurseries and garden centres.

Simply everything you need to know to learn something new - now available in PDF.Ever wanted to learn how to crochet but don't know where to begin? Take the first step with A Little Course in Crochet, part of the popular series of learning guides from DK that explain everything and assume nothing. Learn at your own pace, in your own time and in the comfort of your own home. A Little Course in Crochet takes you from complete beginner to being able to make beautiful crochet projects. Start simple with basic crochet stitches, including chain stitches and treble crochet, build on your skills with 20 crochet patterns and show off with a crochet hat, crochet baby clothes or a traditional crochet afghan blanket.The step-by-step pictures show you what other courses only tell you and you can learn by doing with 13 crochet projects that help to build your confidence. A Little Course in Crochet will show you how to succeed at your new skill in no time.10 A Little Course in... titles available including Astronomy, Preserving, Yoga, Pilates, Wine Tasting, Sewing, Knitting, Baking, Growing Fruit & Veg.

Scarecrow is waiting for the big combine harvester and it's hiding somewhere on the farm, behind a a pop-up flap. Where could it be? Is it behind the plants? With bright photographs and 5 fun, pop-out farm surprises, this title presents toddlers with a world of pop-up tractor surprises.

Introduces your baby to numbers with touch and feel textures. This title helps them touch and learn about numbers one to ten with a cuddly dog, furry cats, shiny fire engines, fuzzy ducklings and more.

Penguin is looking for his friend Mr Snowman and he's behind the pop-up flaps. He's hiding somewhere in the snow, where could he be? Is he behind that giant snowball?

Helps babies touch and learn about wild animal mums and babies such as a hairy lion and her cubs, a gorilla with a textured face and a fuzzy baby gorilla, and a polar bear in twinkly snow with a fluffy bear cub.

Helps you introduce your baby to farm animals with touch and feel textures. This title includes easily recognisable images and labels that helps you encourage recognition and naming of objects while the textured format promotes sensory learning.

Features big, bold pop-ups and bright colourful pictures that delight your little one. This book is suitable for reading aloud and encouraging early word recognition.

Helps your baby to discover all about tractors, trucks and rockets. This title lets them see the big strong bulldozer at work, the long arm of the digger and high in the sky - it's a plane.

Make science fun with 101 amazing step-by-step science experiments for kids that are safe and easy to do at homeBe the next Albert Einstein with these cool science experiments for kids and discover how to bend light, weigh air and even make a rainbow! 101 Great Science Experiments is bursting with fun experiments for you to try out at home revealing the secrets of science through practical and exciting projects. Find out how to use everyday objects to discover the principles of science.With 101 science experiments for kids inside covering topics such as colour, magnets, senses, electricity and much more you'll be discovering the laws of science before your eyes. See sound, build a buzzer and even make an underwater volcano! Each science project is explained simply and clearly plus specially commissioned photography shows how each project should look making the experiments clear and easy-to-follow for kids.

Banish boredom, encourage your baby's development and have fun being a parent. This book contains an inspiring, age-appropriate activity for every single day of your baby's first year, with baby games and beneficial activities for babies from newborn to 12 months.

The perfect pocket guide to identifying flowersWhat's That Flower? is ideal if you struggle to tell the difference between a geranium and a pansy. It's the perfect pocket guide for beginners but also a handy reference for the more seasoned flower enthusiast.Featuring over 150 common flowers from around the UK and Europe, flower type overviews show you what to look for where and similar flowers are shown side by side for quick comparison and identification.So take some time to stop and smell the roses with What's That Flower?

Delve into the minds of the world's most famous philosophers and discover the answers to the world's big questions - the perfect introduction to philosophy for younger readersFrom Socrates and Aristotle to Kant and Confucius, meet the thinkers and theories which shaped our world. Find answers to life's big questions such as 'Who am I?' or 'Should I ever tell a lie?' and what philosophy is.How do you know whether you're awake or dreaming? Is the world real? Why do we need rules? Complex topics are explored in The Children's Book of Philosophy, inspiring you to think about the philosophical theories and concepts for yourself with both conflicting and complimentary viewpoints to encourage you to be part of the next generation of thinkers. Meet the key philosophers throughout history and across the world that changed the way we live today.

What did the Victorians invent? Was this a peaceful era? How many children did Queen Victoria have? This book helps you find out in Eyewitness Victorians and discover this peaceful and prosperous era which produced huge developments in technology and engineering, alongside voting reforms.

DK Eyewitness Tudor is a spectacular and informative guide to one of the most turbulent periods in English history. Amazing photographs offer your child a unique "e;eyewitness"e; view of the fascinating characters who influenced Tudor times. From the severed heads of traitors displayed on London Bridge to what life was like for Tudor children, and the controversial Kings and Queens: let your child learn all about the life and times of The Tudors.Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Tudors. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at www.dk.com/clipart.