Books published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Discover how to keep your garden in the best of health.Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Pests & Diseases contains everything you need to know to prevent and treat a wide range of plant pests, diseases, disorders, and more. Far more than a simple list of treatments, this ebook shows you how to keep plants in top condition, recognise the signs of ill-health, and decide whether or not intervention is needed, while the fully illustrated ailment directory is organised by symptom and plant type for quick and easy identification.Includes practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to know to help your garden Grow.

Discover the amazing life story of Martin Luther King Jr, whose powerful words and dreams for the future inspired the world. Martin Luther King Jr. will always be remembered for his famous "e;I have a dream"e; speech, which he gave during the March on Washington in 1963. But his life before and after that big event, and his other enormous contributions to the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, largely go unspoken. In this biography for kids ages 8-11, learn all about MLK - from his early family life and experiences in education, to his untimely death and the worldwide mourning and riots that followed. Developed in consultation with literacy and subject experts, this new biography series goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create books children will enjoy reading and referencing for school projects and reports. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this a series every teacher and librarian will want to collect. Each book includes an author's introduction letter as well as a glossary, timeline, family tree, quiz, and index.

Dive into this inspiring ebook, full of captivating illustrations, to uncover that there is more to someone than meets the eye.People are not always what they seem on the surface and it is important to look a little closer. This charming ebook encourages its young readers to use their imagination, and to look within others, and themselves, and discover all that they have to offer. Are you as joyful and bright as a daffodil? Or as bold and brave as a tiger? In You I See highlights and celebrates the various layers and attributes different people can have. With captivating, rhyming text by singer-songwriter Rachel "e;Maiday"e; Moulden and gorgeous illustrations by Jodie Howard, this enchanting ebook brings the magic of rhyme and nature together.

Whether it's a symptom you have been ignoring for a while or something like a sudden pain after a fall, this ebook tells you what it could be and what action to take.Check out any health problem and discover what it might be and what you should do. A series of head-to-toe visual diagnostic guides help you identify suspected conditions or injuries. Once you've narrowed it down, a cross-reference takes you to easy-to-follow descriptions of the condition at the back of the ebook. Potentially life-threatening situations and ailments that need urgent medical advice are clearly flagged. Fully illustrated throughout, Medical Symptoms Visual Guide is an invaluable reference.

Get better at maths and numbers by realizing which math skills you already use in daily life, and learn new ones while having fun. Did you realize how much maths you are already using when playing computer games, planning a journey, or baking a cake? This ebook shows how to expand the knowledge you've already got, how your brain works things out, and how you can get even better at all sorts of maths. Explore amazing algebra, puzzling primes, super sequences, and special shapes. Challenge yourself with quizzes to answer, puzzles to solve, codes to crack, and geometrical illusions to inspire you, and meet the big names and even bigger brains who made mathematical history, such as Pythagoras, Grace Hopper, and Alan Turing. Whether you're a maths mastermind, numbers nerd, or completely clueless with calculations, train your brain to come out on top. This essential ebook explains the basic ideas behind maths, to give young readers greater confidence in their own ability to handle numbers and mathematical problems, and puts the ideas in context to help children understand why maths really is useful and even exciting! Fun, cartoon-style illustrations help introduce the concepts and demystify the maths.

In a world where children are increasingly attached to their screens, and their memories often are only held digitally, this ebook offers a creative analogue solution. It is a fun how-to e-guide to engaging with the world around us through mindfulness activities and journaling tips.Little ones are taken through activities, from physical and mental exercises to crafting and writing tasks, which teach them to value the little things in their lives. They learn crafts to calm a busy mind, discover Buddhist meditation, and explore the outdoors mindfully. Some activities encourage kids to create something physical to remember special events, friends, or holidays, so memories aren't restricted to pictures on a screen. Each activity and thought encourages a sense of calm or wellbeing, which helps children to live in the moment and make memories in the real world.The ebook features an environmental awareness, too, with activities encouraging sustainability and recycling. Beautiful, soothing colours and a fun scrapbook aesthetic combine to make a how-to e-guide to cherish.

Home to some of the world's oldest and most sacred sites - including the historic city of Jerusalem - Israel and the Palestinian Territories is an unforgettable feast for the senses, mind, and spirit.Make the most of your trip to this ancient land with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Israel and the Palestinian Territories have to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing.Inside you'll find: Up-to-date information following the COVID-19 outbreak, insider tips, and advice for staying safeTop 10 lists of Israel and the Palestinian Territories' must-sees, including the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Temple Mount, the Western Wall, Bethlehem, and the Tel Aviv-Jaffa BeachfrontIsrael and the Palestinian Territories' most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shoppingThemed lists, including the best museums, beaches, outdoor activities, regional dishes, and much moreEasy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a weekDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Israel and the Palestinian Territories' culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Jerusalem, Israel and the Palestinian Territories.

Learn all the super-important skills you need to stay healthy with this new series of books all about early life skills.No matter what grown-ups tell you, being little is hard work; there's so much to learn when it comes to staying healthy - from how to wash your hands properly, to learning how to keep calm, to remembering what foods are good for you - and a whole bunch of other things too. Don't panic, This is How We: Stay Healthy is here to guide you along the way by teaching you the skills you need to look after yourself and keep in tip-top condition.

See inside the eye of a cyclone, witness hailstones the size of tennis balls, and learn how a gentle mountain stream can become a raging surge within a few minutes. With striking images, models, and illustrations, this visual e-guide offers a unique view of catastrophic weather conditions. From polar regions to the tropics, Eyewitness Hurricane & Tornado shows the effects of nature's most extreme weather. Discover a bridge that collapsed due to severe gusts of wind, and learn about a tree species in southwest Africa that can survive several years of drought. Along the way you'll uncover historical items that reveal how ancient civilizations predicted the weather as well as the weather-forecasting techniques that have developed over the centuries and the ways in which human activity can cause weather patterns to change.Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "e;eyewitness feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

The ultimate e-guide to more than 120 sports, from soccer to mountain biking.Ever wonder which is the oldest sport? Or how the Olympics came into being? Are sports the same as games? What does a midfielder do in soccer? What are bogeys, eagles, and birdies in golf? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this sports ebook for children.With all major team and individual sports organized into clear categories, you can navigate easily to your favourite sport and others like it. Vibrant, clear illustrations and photographs accompany bite-sized chunks of information on gameplay, rules of scoring, court and field sizes, and even equipment for different types of sport and sporting events. Find out more with stats on record breakers and top competitors in every sport. Go deeper with the reference pages on exciting achievements as well as the many sports associations and competitions on the planet. The Pocket Eyewitness series is perfect for all children, whether they are casual sports enthusiasts or die-hard sports buffs.

Learning new vocabulary is as easy as ABC with this beautifully illustrated dictionary for children aged 6-9. Featuring 1,000 essential first words and a free audio app, this ebook is perfect for children who are starting to read and speak English as a second language.Every word in English for Everyone Junior: English Dictionary is illustrated and arranged A-Z to reinforce letter recognition and help your child get to grips with the alphabet. Audio for all the words featured in the ebook is available online and via an app, so children can listen and perfect their pronunciation. At the start of each section, the upper-case and lower-case version of each letter is presented, to help fix the shape and form of the letter. Charming illustrations help put each word in context, and entertaining songs for children to sing along to make the process of learning and saying new words fun. At the back of the ebook, a helpful reference section covers essential topics such as numbers, time, and shapes.Building on the worldwide success of the English for Everyone and English for Everyone Junior series - which have sold more than 1.65 million copies in over 90 countries - this dictionary covers all the essential vocabulary young learners will need to take their first steps towards learning English.

Get the best results from your HIIT workouts by understanding the muscle action needed to perfect each exercise.Explore the physiology of more than 90 essential HIIT exercises, to master each movement with confidence and control.Recent scientific research shows that HIIT is the most efficient form of exercise for raising fitness levels, increasing cardio-respiratory health, and losing weight.Science of HIIT reveals the facts, with annotated artworks that show the mechanics, the angles, the key muscle and joint actions working below the surface of each exercise, safe alignment, and much more. Look no further to achieve technical excellence in your practice and develop your own programme of varied workouts, to optimize the benefits of HIIT to body and mind.

A charming and entertaining ebook that helps toddlers adjust to using the potty in a fun and relatable way. Meet twins Johnny and Jasmine. It's time they started to try and use a potty and to wear pants. They HAVE pants, but Johnny just puts his on Teddy while Jasmine uses her potty as a slide for her toys!Follow along with the funny story as Johnny and Jasmine go through the ups and downs of their potty training journey, from getting comfortable with a potty, to positive reinforcement, hygiene, and understanding that accidents happen. Includes handy tips and charming illustrations, Time To Use The Potty is the perfect way to introduce toilet training to your little one. Potty training has never been so easy - or so much fun!

Travel the myriad worlds of the DC Multiverse. If you want to truly understand DC Comics, The DC Book is your one-stop e-guide to the DC Multiverse. This unique, insightful examination of a mind-boggling comics universe takes readers on a compelling journey from the dawn of Super Heroes to the formation of the Dark Multiverse... and beyond.Meticulously researched and expertly written, The DC Book includes stunning comics artwork, illuminating infographics, and incisive, specially curated essays that shed new light on the ever-evolving DC Multiverse. From the world's finest Super Heroes such as Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman, to iconic villains like the Joker, Lex Luthor, and Darkseid, to mythic realms like Apokolips and Themyscira, to cosmic energies like The Source and The Speed Force, The DC Book explores the key concepts, characters, and events that have defined and shaped DC Comics over the past 80 years.Divided into key subject areas, including science, magic, alternate universes, that form the foundations of DC Comics, The DC Book is an invaluable roadmap to DC Comics that no fan will want to miss!All DC characters and elements & TM DC Comics. (s21)

Venture into the eye of a tornado!Tornadoes are one of the most dangerous and destructive forms of weather on the planet. They are also one of the most fascinating. Learn all about the different atmospheric conditions that come together to create them, and become an expert in storms, tornadoes, twisters, and extreme weather of all kinds. Photos and illustrations showing these spinning vortexes in the sky, along with amazing facts about how scientists study and predict them, will make you the oracle on these meteorological wonders. Tornadoes 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.

Jump into the shoes of some of the world's greatest explorersRediscover the discoveries of the great men and women who risked life and limb to reach the four corners of the earth in this fascinating ebook. Hang onto the coattails of explorers as their adventures are told in thrilling detail. As well as following the lives of these explorers, you'll find out what they discovered, where they discovered it, and why their journeys changed your life. Photos and illustrations from centuries of discovery, along with amazing facts on dangers faced from the South Pole to outer space, will make you an expert on epic adventurers. Explorers 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.

Exploring the science behind climate change has never been easierCombining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Climate Change is an essential introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. The ebook explains the science that underpins the study of climate change and clearly outlines the pressures humans are putting on the planet.Assuming no previous knowledge of environmental science and climate studies, Simply Climate Change explains the science of one of the most important challenges ever faced by human life on this planet. It is a perfect beginner's e-guide to understanding how and why climate change is occurring, and looks at possible solutions in policy and technology. Covering the key ideas from the basics of greenhouse gases to microplastics, it is divided into pared-back, single- or double-page entries that explain concepts simply and visually. Whether you are studying science at school or college, or simply want a jargon-free overview of the subject, Simply Climate Change is the essential guide for everything you need to understand the basics quickly and easily.

Take a rollercoaster ride through the past with this fact-including and visually stunning children's history encyclopedia. Discover what the major turning points in history were, from the evolution and migrations of early humans, to the rise and fall of great empires such as Ancient Rome and the Aztecs. Get the inside track on wars and conflict, including European knights, Japanese samurai, Inca warriors, and the major clashes of World War I, World War II, the Cold War, and the War on Terror, and so much more. This visual reference encyclopedia uses stunning photographs and supporting illustrations to trace the history of science from Ancient Greece, through the major contributions of the Islamic world, the Scientific Revolution, the Space Race, and on to modern technology. The arts, religions, and ideas are also showcased, from the Renaissance and Greek drama to the origins of major world religions, such as Christianity and Buddhism.Explanatorium of History is the ultimate visual encyclopedia for kids aged 10-14, telling the story of "e;us"e;, from the dawn of human history up to the present day.

This delightful ebook with beautiful, illustrated characters is a magical retelling of the classic Snow White fairy tale with a twist. In this captivating interpretation of a classic fairy tale, children can rediscover the much-loved story of Snow White while exploring the Fairy-tale Kingdom - a place where all of the classic fairy tales coexist and intertwine. In this retelling of Snow White, youngsters can follow Verity and her fairy friends and see how they help good prevail over evil, making sure everyone lives happily ever after. Verity means truth, and that is exactly what she does, she tells the truth, ALL the time, and it often gets her into a lot of trouble! It's a spellbinding behind-the-scenes look at the battle between Snow White and her evil stepmother, with an extra sprinkling of fairy dust.Gorgeous characters, simple text and a splash of humour makes Verity Fairy and Snow White a captivating ebook to share.

This delightful ebook with beautiful, illustrated characters is a magical retelling of the classic Sleeping Beauty fairy tale with a twist. In this captivating interpretation of a classic fairy tale, children can rediscover the much-loved story of Sleeping Beauty while exploring the Fairy-tale Kingdom - a place where all of the classic fairy tales coexist and intertwine. In this retelling of Sleeping Beauty, youngsters can follow Verity and her fairy friends and see how they help good prevail over evil, making sure everyone lives happily ever after. Verity means truth, and that is exactly what she does, she tells the truth, ALL the time, and it often gets her into a lot of trouble!Gorgeous characters, simple text and a splash of humour makes Verity Fairy and Sleeping Beauty a captivating ebook to share.

Follow the dynamic doggy duo - chatty collie Casper and his loyal friend Daisy as they head off to the park and learn all about the power of kindness and friendship! Casper is not like other dogs. He doesn't care about chasing woolly sheep or gnawing on tasty bones. Instead all Casper has ever dreamed of doing is speaking, so he can chat away to his owner. An eventful trip to the park leads to fun and frolics with a mysterious alphabet ball. In this magical moment, all Casper's dreams come true!Includes stunning illustrations and a heartwarming rhyming story, little ones will learn about the importance of being kind to others and being a caring friend. Whether you want a memorable picture ebook to share again and again or a sweet story for sleepy bedtimes, Casper and Daisy's Big Day at the Park is the perfect choice.The first of a soon to be series that follows Casper and Daisy on their epic escapade of fun and friendship, Casper and Daisy's Big Day at the Park is a delightful story that teaches everyone young and old what it really means to be kind.

Discover the mysteries of the Universe and journey to galaxies beyond our own in this fact-including companion to space. From icy worlds and hot, fiery giants to the biggest telescopes and latest spacecraft, this ebook covers more than 40 profiles of the planets, stars, and objects in our Universe. Find out all about our neighbouring planets, from tiny Mercury to gigantic Jupiter. Discover what lies beyond our Solar System and the stars we can see in the night sky. Learn about the latest space technology and when humans may finally land on Mars.Broken down by type, each object is presented in a clear, engaging way, with stunning images and bite-sized chunks of information. Detailed NASA photography brings the mysteries of outer space to life, while pronunciation guides help with tricky names, and a visual index gives a quick overview of all the key objects in the ebook. Filled with fascinating details for every young stargazer and budding astronaut, My Book of Stars and Planets is the perfect first reference book on space and the Universe for kids.

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.