Books published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd

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 bright yellow petals turn into a fluffy dandelion clock whose seeds get blown away in the breeze ready to be planted again. Look under leaves and peer between petals to discover the plants and creatures hiding there.Babies and toddlers will love lifting big flaps to find five peekaboo surprises popping up from the pages: worms wriggling under the ground, leaves growing from seeds, bright yellow dandelions bursting into flower, butterflies fluttering from flower to flower, and a dandelion clock blowing away in the breeze.The lively, read-aloud rhymes encourage literacy and early learning, while the beautifully illustrated pop-up scenes will surprise and excite curious preschoolers. Ideal for interactive preschool play, Pop-up Peekaboo! Flower will appeal to both carers and children and is certain to keep little ones entertained time and time again!

A millennia-long love affair with prediction and divination

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about American football, with this fact-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. American Football is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to learn all about their favourite ball game!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about this wildly popular sport.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about baseball, with this fact-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Baseball is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to learn all about their favourite ball game, baseball, and its star players!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about this wildly popular sport.

Delight in New York at Christmas time in this highly treasurable lift-the-flap Christmas book. Join Kit and Olivia for a day out in New York as they journey through the city, taking in some of its most famous sites. This atmospheric picture book celebrates the joy of sharing traditions with loved ones at Christmas time. With festive flaps to open on each page, a gentle narrative text and details to spot in each illustration, this is a charming festive book that families will return to each year.

Make your trip to Washington, DC extraordinaryA bike ride along the Potomac river. Fine dining in Penn Quarter. Snapping photos of the iconic Capitol Building. There are so many reasons to visit Washington, DC. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.Our updated guide brings Washington, DC to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the city's buildings and neighbourhoods.You'll discover:- our pick of Washington, DC's must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Washington, DC- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay - detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe- colour-coded chapters to each part of Washington, DC- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goWant the best of Washington, DC in your pocket? Try Top 10 Washington, DC.

An exquisitely illustrated look at the stories of 50 ghosts from around the world, written by folklore and supernatural expert Icy Sedgwick

Take a road trip to remember with Road Trips Northern and Central Italy. Hilltop villages, winding Tuscan roads, dramatic alpine passes: Italy is the perfect destination for a road trip to remember. With Road Trips Northern and Central Italy, it's yours to explore.Featuring 25 wonderful drives across the country, and packed with detailed driving instructions and practical information, this easy-to-use guide helps you discover Northern and Central Italy at its best.Inside you'll find:- 25 easy-to-follow scenic driving tours, each lasting one to five days- A laminated pull-out road map of Northern and Central Italy, which helps you navigate with ease- Ways to see more of each area en route, including great viewpoints, delightful detours, walks through historic towns and villages, outdoor activities, and a variety of tours and trips.- Our pick of the best places to stay, eat and shop- Rules of the road, addresses for satnavs, detailed directions for easy navigation, road conditions and parking tips, and useful travel, visa and health informationLooking for more on Northern and Central Italy's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Italy travel guide.

The Avengers assemble in Marvel Awesome Characters, a 144 page book that shows artists of all skill levels how to draw characters from the world's most powerful Super Hero team. Inside you'll find drawing projects for Iron Man, Captain America, Black Widow, Hulk, Thor, Ant-Man, Blank Panther, and Captain Marvel. Featuring an introduction to art tools and materials and a series of drawing exercises to allow artists to learn a few basic drawing techniques and drawing projects for your favourite Marvel characters. The easy-to-follow instructions in this book will guide you through the drawing process, each step builds upon the last until the character is complete. You just need a pencil, a piece of paper and find the character you want to draw. You'll learn fun facts about these well-loved characters as you learn to draw them.

Young artists will embark on an exciting artistic journey full of friends, incredible superheroes, fast race cars, brave explorers, and more! This 144-page collection includes favourite characters from Mickey Mouse & Friends, Winnie the Pooh, The Lion King, Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, Moana, and more. Featuring an introduction to art tools and materials and a series of drawing exercises to allow artists to learn a few basic drawing techniques and drawing projects for your favourite Disney characters. The easy-to-follow instructions in this book will guide you through the drawing process, each step builds upon the last until the character is complete. You just need a pencil, a piece of paper and find the character you want to draw. You'll learn fun facts about these well-loved Disney characters as you learn to draw them. Brief character descriptions and art instruction from professional Disney animators complete this exciting artistic adventure.

The world's favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Copenhagen this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Copenhagen has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Copenhagen, you'll find:- Top 10 lists of Copenhagen's must-sees and must-dos, including visiting the Nationalmuseet, wandering through the gardens of Kongens Have and taking a canal tour- Copenhagen's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best outdoor activities, museums, nightlife, local dishes and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Copenhagen, plus five full-colour area mapsDK's Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Copenhagen's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Denmark travel guide.

The world's favourite pocket travel guidesMake the most of your trip to Amsterdam with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Amsterdam has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.Inside this guide to Amsterdam, you'll find:- Top 10 lists of Amsterdam's must-sees and must-dos, including visiting the Rijksmuseum, exploring Begijnhof and taking a boat tour of the canals- Amsterdam's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping- Themed lists, including the best cycle rides, museums, historic buildings, shops and markets, and much more- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week- A laminated pull-out map of Amsterdam, plus eight full-colour area mapsDK's Top 10 travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Amsterdam's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Amsterdam travel guide.

Take your self-study English language learning to an advanced level, with real depth and detail, with the fourth book in the easy-to-use, visual learning series. English for Everyone Course Book Level 4 Advanced guarantees an engaging and entertaining experience for adults already accomplished at learning English as a foreign language. This advanced course targets experienced English speakers looking to hone their existing skills. English is taught at the highest level by reinforcing key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary with listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises. At this level the content is more challenging, covering subjects such as family life, business, and news and media. Extensive free audio, featuring native English speakers, is available online to support your language learning. The audio clips help you build vital experience of spoken English and give you the chance to perfect your pronunciation. This book is part of DK's bestselling English for Everyone series, which is suitable for all levels of English language learners and provides the perfect reading companion for study, work, or travel. The series is aligned to the CEFR, the international standard for language learning, and ideal for preparation for major English-language exams including IELTS, TOEIC, and TOEFL. Visit www.dkefe.com to find out more.

Introduce young readers to a variety of countries and cultures through an exploration of food. Food is part of everyday life. It is essential to keep us alive but can also be used as an expression of culture, for celebrations, and even in art. Explore the significance of food to different cultures and the variety of ways in which food is prepared and shared. Learn how diet can vary according to personal choice, culture and medical needs, and how food can be broken down into groups to help us maintain a healthy, balanced diet. Follow the journey of food from farm to table, learning how seasons can affect what produce is available. Understand how food is packaged and how to recycle packaging and reduce food waste. Fun food facts show how food can be grown to extremes! This title is part of the ...Around the World series (which includes Celebrations Around the World and Language Around the World). The series is designed to inspire and inform children with stunning original illustrations and fascinating facts about the world around us.

From the Amazon rainforest to the samba-filled streets of Rio de Janeiro, take an exciting adventure through Brazil. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching Brazil country profile book, specifically tailored for primary school pupils. Designed for budding minds, this topic book features vibrant visuals and age-appropriate content, creating an immersive learning experience. The inclusion of interactive elements, such as a comic of a traditional myth, enhances reading comprehension, making complex information accessible and engaging for young learners. This book is part of the captivating DK Super World series, which is aligned with curriculum standards and invites young readers to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and landscapes across the globe. Ignite the curiosity of primary pupils as they delve into the richness of our world, one country at a time.

Discover the Scandinavian country of Norway, with its majestic mountains, stunning fjords and unique culture. Embark on an educational journey with this enriching Norway country profile book, specifically tailored for primary school pupils. Designed for budding minds, this topic book features vibrant visuals and age-appropriate content, creating an immersive learning experience. The inclusion of interactive elements, such as a comic of a traditional myth, enhances reading comprehension, making complex information accessible and engaging for young learners. This book is part of the captivating DK Super World series, which is aligned with curriculum standards and invites young readers to explore the wonders of diverse cultures and landscapes across the globe. Ignite the curiosity of primary pupils as they delve into the richness of our world, one country at a time.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about ice hockey, with this fact-filled non-fiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Ice Hockey is a beautifully designed reader which will help children to learn all about their favourite game!The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about this wildly popular sport.

Explore and understand the key ideas and movements in anthropology - the study of human societies and cultures and how they work. What does it mean to be human? Why do we have rituals? How do family structures differ around the world, and why? The Anthropology Book answers questions like these and many, many more. Applying the "Big Ideas" series' combination of authoritative, accessible text and bold graphics, The Anthropology Book introduces key concepts from different branches of the subject, such as cultural anthropology, ethnography, and biological anthropology, and explains how they have developed over the past century. The book explores the origins of human life and cultures, and how societies develop traditions, laws, and languages. Profiling renowned anthropologists, such as Claude Levi-Strauss and Margaret Mead, and covering topics as diverse as biology, medicine, war, sexuality, family roles, and kinship, The Anthropology Book is a fascinating, accessible introduction to the core principles of anthropological thought.

Read these short stories and go on exciting adventures with 10 unforgettable Rebels.Write enchanting melodies with Taylor Swift.Dance across the stage with Alicia Alonso.Rescue elephants in Thailand with Lek Chailert.Start a tree-planting movement with Wangari Maathai.Invent computer coding with Ada Lovelace.Climb Mt. Everest with Junko Tabei.Race through Italy on a bicycle with Alfonsina Strada.Build a booming business with Madam C.J. Walker.Protect the environment with Autumn Peltier.Leap, flip, and twist to Olympic gold with Simone Biles!Presented in a beautiful gift book, each story is perfect to pick-up and read before bedtime, or for sharing together with friends and family! Featuring a diverse range of women across sport, entertainment, science and more, every story has been adapted to be suitable for younger readers. Gorgeous illustrations appear alongside the stories throughout, to engage and inspire children while they learn.(c) 2025 Rebel Girls, Inc.

Japan. It's on your bucket list, right? And deservedly so. Where else can you ride the world's fastest trains, soak in the hot springs of an active volcano or dine in a robot-staffed restaurant? Japan is a country like no other, but with so much to see and do, where do you start? Bringing together everything that makes Japan so exciting, this book gives you all the inspiration you need to make your trip the best ever. Inside, you'll find the cherry blossom viewing parties and sushi eating experiences that no traveller should miss, plus the bucket list ideas you never knew you needed, like meeting onsen-loving snow monkeys in Nagano or attempting the mighty 88 Temple Pilgrimage. Even better? Interest-themed chapters and expertly planned itineraries - showing you how to make the most of your time, no matter what you're into - take you one step closer to planning the perfect trip.This is your ticket to the must-sees and must-dos in Japan - all that's left is to book that trip to the land of the rising sun.