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Created in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution and packed with fun facts on fossils, amphibians, sea creatures, woolly mammoths, Neanderthals,…
insects and more, Dinosaur! will intrigue readers and provide an experience that will redefine natural history for kids. The lost world of velociraptor, stegosaurus, allosaurus, and other prehistoric monsters come to life as never seen before in Dinosaur! Packed with photorealistic computer generated images, detailed cross-sections and cutaways revealing the inner workings of dinosaurs, simple annotations, and clear concise definitions explaining each dinosaur and prehistoric beast at a glance — Dinosaur! revives the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Eras and brings young readers into the action. Supports the Common Core State Standards.Careful - some plants bite! Make reading your superpower with DK&’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all…
about carnivorous plants, plants that sting, poisonous plants and nature&’s daggers - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Plants Bite Back is a beautifully designed reader all about all the different kinds of dangerous plants in the world and how they bite back!The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about curiosities of the natural world.Disney Princess Craft Book
Par Elizabeth Dowsett. 2020
Create your own Disney magic! Delve into the spellbinding world of Disney Princess and make your own magical crafts. Dress…
up in Moana's flower crown. Create Cinderella's pumpkin coach. Put on a shadow puppet show with Mushu. Pretend to be a Disney Princess with selfie props – and much more. With more than 25 projects accompanied by clear illustrated step-by-step instructions and top tips from expert crafters, there are ideas to suit every budding prince or princess!Healthy, Quick & Easy College Cookbook: 100 Simple, Budget-Friendly Recipes to Satisfy Your Campus Cravings
Par Dana Angelo White. 2021
A cookbook for college students who want to eat well without breaking the bank, with 100 simple, nutritious, and delicious…
recipes.You don't need to survive on fast food for four years!Every busy college student knows how difficult it can be to eat healthy and also do it on a tight budget, but eating healthy doesn't need to be hard! Healthy, Quick & Easy College Cookbook has everything you need to make simple, delicious, nutritious recipes that you'll love, and you won't have to break your budget to do it. You'll learn how to make breakfasts that will fuel your day, lunches that are simple but satisfying, and main dishes that will impress anyone - including your parents. You'll also learn how to make healthier snacks that aren't loaded with salt and sugar, sweet treats that are better than anything from a bag, and late night treats that you actually won't regret eating the next day. Here's what you'll find inside:100 simple and healthy recipes that any student can make, with basic ingredients and simple instructions that even the most inexperienced cook can followHelpful guidance for stocking a campus kitchen with the right tools and the essential basic ingredientsSimple but helpful tips for successful cooking, getting the most out of ingredients, stretching a food budget, and storing food safely Meal prep basics that will help students take full advantage of the time they have and also help them stretch their ingredientsRocks and Minerals (DK Eyewitness)
Par Dk. 2021
Become an eyewitness to the rocks and minerals beneath your feet, covering everything from volcanic rocks and shiny gemstones to…
ancient marble and fallen meteorites. Did you know that every rock is a combination of one or more minerals? Or that marble was first used in ancient Greece but still forms deep underground as you read this?Unearth the hidden treasures of the earth&’s surface, and find out how they all came to be here. Almost 20,000 meteorites land on our planet every year, but what does a space rock actually look like? Find out how to spot and identify minerals and fossils, discover how crystals grow, and what you need to start your own collection.Loved and trusted for over 30 years, Eyewitness has a new look and even more content:• A bite-sized formula of text with images that kids love!• Fully revised and fact-checked by subject specialists• Packed with facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines• Updated with brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Rocks & Minerals uses a groundbreaking visual layout that makes learning fun for kids aged 9-12. From rough rocks to glittering crystals and everything in between, this stunning collection of facts and photos leaves no stone unturned.Eyewitness content approved by -ologists!DK&’s Eyewitness kids books are updated and fact-checked by subject specialists, with brand new first-hand eyewitness accounts throughout from experts in the field.A best-selling series known and trusted for generations, with a fresh new look and up-to-date content. What will you Eyewitness next?Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Eyewitness Dinosaur. Do you think you&’ve found your topic of interest? DK has even more rocks and minerals books for kids and adults alike find them all by searching for &“DK rocks and minerals books&”.How to Draw Fun Stuff Stroke-by-Stroke: Simple, Step-by-Step Lessons for Drawing 3D Objects, Optical Illusions, Mythical
Par Jonathan Stephen Harris. 2021
A fresh and exciting drawing guide for young artists who seek projects that are out of the ordinary.Are you tired…
of drawing the same boring stuff? Artist and author Jonathan Stephen Harris shows you how to draw almost anything with 40 fun and exciting projects that are anything but boring. You'll learn how to create crazy trick art, amazing 3D objects, mind-blowing anamorphic illustrations, and brain-twisting optical illusions. Every project features detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations that use color to help teach you exactly how to do it. You'll start by learning the basics of drawing, what tools you need, and the basic techniques you need to know so you can create your own amazing drawings. Soon you'll be creating works of amazing art that is out of this world! Here's what's inside:40 exciting drawing projects that will thrill young artists of all levels of ability.Detailed, step-by-step instructions that take readers through every drawing from start to finish, using color to illustrate new lines so the reader can clearly see the next steps.Simple tutorials for basic drawing skills like shading as well as creating textures and surfaces so readers can learn drawing the right way.Tons of creative ideas that will inspire you to create your own amazing works of art.Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker The Visual Dictionary: With Exclusive Cross-Sections
Par Pablo Hidalgo. 2019
Go beyond Star Wars™ The Rise of Skywalker with this definitive guide to the final chapter of the Skywalker saga,…
produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm.Written by Star Wars™ insider Pablo Hidalgo, this 200-page book is packed with more than 600 images, five stunning original cross-section artworks, and behind-the-scenes photography in this must-have companion.Uncover the inner workings of the treadable and the secrets of Rey's Jedi library. Discover the Sith fortress world of Exegol and the treasures of droidsmith Babu Frik. Examine the brutal weaponry of the Knights of Ren and the ingenious garb of the Orbak riders. Meet the most notorious criminals of Kijimi and the sociable Aki-Aki on Pasaana. Study the intricate reforging of Kylo Ren's helmet and the menacing armor of the Sith troopers.With a foreword by Episode 9 writer, Chris Terrio, Star Wars™ The Rise of Skywalker: The Visual Dictionary is the perfect gift for Star Wars fans of all ages.© & TM 2020 LUCASFILM LTD.Math - No Problem! Data and Measurement, Grade 5 Ages 10-11 (Master Math at Home)
Par Math No Problem. 2022
A colorful workbook to help children learn addition and subtraction using the Math Mastery approach!It&’s time to master the world…
of math with this brand new workbook developed by experts to cover all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their math journey. Specifically designed for children aged 10-11, this math exercise book can gently help your child develop knowledge of drawing line plots and solving word problems, using conversion facts to solve measurement problems, and exploring volume and capacity.Let Math — No Problem! open your eyes to the wonderful world of numbers! So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: - Topics include maths problem-solving using graphs, averaging, and measuring.-Character-led learning with fun and friendly illustrations.- Comprehensive and thorough coverage of key concepts.- Helpful hints for extra practice.Heard of Math Mastery but don&’t know where to begin? Don&’t worry, DK has got you covered!Math Mastery is a transformational approach to teaching mathematics that was developed in Singapore and is now used around the world, including in thousands of schools across the US.Children are taught multiple methods to solve math problems, enabling them to gain a thorough and adaptable understanding of topics, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge to different scenarios. Each topic is studied in depth to develop a secure understanding of math concepts. This leads to greater progress in math learning, as topics are well understood and therefore don&’t need to be revised in great detail, meaning each new concept builds on prior learning. Based on this widely successful approach, this wonderful workbook is full of top tips led by appealing characters who offer useful guidance to parents and children alike with the goal of making learning math both accessible and interesting. This workbook is part of a new series developed in partnership with the award-winning educational publisher Math — No Problem! The books encourage a deep knowledge of core math concepts without fostering a reliance on memorization or rote learning. A must-have math book for children aged 10-11 at a Grade 5 level, as well as for adults who wish to become more familiar with math taught in schools, to better support their children at home.From getting to grips with graphs to analyzing data, this helpful workbook covers it all while incorporating an inclusive approach which builds self-confidence so that no child feels they &‘can&’t do math&’.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore the rest of the workbooks in our Math — No Problem! Master Math At Home series? Each workbook can be bought individually or as part of a collection, specifically targeted to early learners aged 10-11 at a Grade 5 level. Know your numbers like a pro with Math — No Problem! Numbers to 10 Million, Grade 5 Ages 10-11 or join the geometry journey with Math — No Problem! Geometry and Shape, Grade 5 Ages 10-11.It&’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!DK Readers L4: Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Jedi Adventures (DK Readers Level 4)
Par Simon Beecroft. 2009
Taking place between the last two Star Wars® films, Episode II: Attack of the Clones and Episode III: Revenge of…
the Sith, the Clone Wars fill a dark period in the history of the Galaxy. DK and Lucasfilm celebrate the all-new computer-generated animated series that will launch theatrically in August 2008 with three new Clone Wars titles. Now young readers can experience more Jedi action, more villainous battles, more weapons, more imagery, more fun, and more excitement! Join the Jedi Knights on daring adventures throughout the galaxy in Star Wars®: The Clone Wars™ Reader Level 4: Jedi Adventures. © 2008 Lucasfilm Ltd. ® & TMEyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything
Par Dk. 2023
Packed with striking photography and the topics kids love most, this is the fundamental guide to the world around you.The…
world&’s greatest record-breakers, most remarkable animals, inspiring history-makers, and cutting-edge technology are all here, in one utterly unputdownable kid&’s encyclopedia. Like the hugely successful Eyewitness series itself, Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything includes all the topics children want to read about. Each page is illustrated with vivid photography and filled with facts ideal for children aged 9+. This fact-packed encyclopedia for children offers: - Content across the core subjects of nature, science, technology, history, and culture, tackling each topic in an engaging, attention-grabbing way.- Exciting photography, over 1,500 images and a clear design, familiar from the refreshed Eyewitness series. - Facts and stats, quizzes, and interviews with experts – from astronauts to zoologists – who answer kid&’s questions about what they do and why they love it.Become an eyewitness to the world&’s most incredible nature, science, and historical events, all in one tremendous picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of everything. Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything introduces the essential guide to the world&’s most deadly creatures and natural wonders, history&’s heroes and villains, and science&’s most incredible breakthroughs and inventions, all as you&’ve never seen them before.This all-encompassing encyclopedia for kids is packed with the topics kids love the most and is a must-have for children who want to know more.Pocket Genius: Ancient Rome is filled with bite-sized chunks of information that make learning about the Roman Empire even more…
fun. Find out what Romans ate at their banquets and what bloody spectacles they watched at the arena. Read about cruel emperors and brave gladiators and how Romans built their roads, aqueducts, palaces, and temples, and use the catalog entries to find out fast facts about everything to do with the Romans — from their gods and goddesses to their toys, games, and musical instruments. Packed with amazing encyclopedic stats, engaging photographs and facts, Pocket Genius: Ancient Rome explores the empire that dominated Europe and the Middle East for more than 500 years. Full of instant information, the Pocket Genius series features a fresh and striking design that is sure to appeal to the middle grade audience. Supports the Common Core State Standards.The Met 5000 Years of Awesome Objects: A History of Art for Children (DK The Met)
Par Aaron Rosen, Susie Hodge, Susie Brooks, Mary Richards. 2023
Imagine having 5,000 of human history&’s most amazing artefacts at your fingertips!Go on a trip through the famous Metropolitan Museum…
of Art without ever leaving your home! Prepare to explore the treasures of the world&’s civilizations—from ancient Egyptian amulets, Mayan jewelry, and prehistoric tools—to Medieval tapestries, Renaissance suits of armor, and modern-day baseball cards. Each page brings you closer to the past as you learn about the people of different ages through the objects they left behind. Discover hand-picked highlights of the museum&’s huge collection as you travel through history, one incredible object at a time.This book combines exclusive Met photography with colorful and quirky illustrations in a resource that parents can trust, with a design that kids will love. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkDK Life Stories: Gandhi (DK Life Stories)
Par Diane Bailey. 2019
In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring life story of Mohandas Gandhi, whose teachings of compassion and non-violence helped to…
win his country's freedom.Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born at a time when his home country was choked under the oppression of British rule. Many thought that violence was the only way to fight back, but Gandhi disagreed. Instead, he successfully used his teachings of non-violence and civil disobedience to win his country's freedom, and to promote his philosophy of peace and equality. In this biography for kids ages 8-12, see how Gandhi--called Mahatma, or "great soul," by his many followers--changed the world through his words and deeds, which still resonate worldwide today. DK Life Stories go 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 an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this series perfect for school reports and projects. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.The prefect sized books for backpacks, DK's Pocket Genius series is bright, inviting, concise, and punchy — the ideal source…
for reference. Featuring essential information, full-color images, glossary, and top ten lists, these books are a brand-new type of encyclopedia for young readers. Whether it's the industrious ant, the breath-taking Monarch butterfly, or the multi-legged centipede, no bug is left unexamined in this visual encyclopedia. Supports the Common Core State Standards.The story of the first successful airplane flight. Make reading your superpower with DK&’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers…
to learn all about the Wright brothers, who changed our world by taking humans into the skies - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. First Flight is a beautifully designed reader all about the Wright brothers - from their childhood fascination with flying to taking to the skies in the Wright Flyer, and beyond.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about these inspiring inventors and flying heroes.Reveal extraordinary stories form nature by best-selling author Ben Hoare with this awe-inspiring animal book for curious kids aged 6-8.The…
world is filled with curious objects made by plants,animals, and even by the Earth itself. The wonder of wildlife is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. Nature&’s Treasures is a stunning nature encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they dive into this collection of more than 100 intriguing items from the natural world and discover the stories behind them. Whether it&’s learning how bristly mouths help huge whales capture tiny animals, how minute scales make butterflies shine in the sunlight, or how studying a leaf skeleton can tell us how it transports food, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions.Arranged into four chapters: Animals; Plants, fungi, and algae; Minerals and rocks, and Made by nature, objects are shown with truly stunning photography and colourful illustrations to help kids understand the science behind them. The lively descriptions by best-selling nature writer Ben Hoare explore the remarkable tales of each item and all are packed with fascinating information. Nature&’s Treasures takes you on a tour of our planet through commonplace-but-incredible objects made by nature itself. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children aged 6-8 who loves to spot things when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world.Celebrate your child&’s curiosity as they:- Explore unique and intriguing approach to exploring nature- Reveal remarkable features of plants and animals, the nests and structures they make- Uncover more than 100 amazing individual objects found in the natural worldThis nature encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic nature book for children who are obsessed with wildlife and the natural world. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the vastness of space by uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges-Striking photography & illustrations inside-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generationsMore in the SeriesNature&’s Treasures is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children&’s book takes you on an…
exciting expedition through the wonders of the plant kingdom.Have you ever wondered which plants eat insects? Or how cacti store water? How about which flowers look like bees? Or where is the tallest tree in the world? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more, then Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds may be the book for you! Explore the incredible world of plants, from the smallest seeds to the tallest trees, whilst you discover all about the weirdest, smelliest and deadliest flowers on our planet, with this engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings, and illustrations on every page - A highly visual approach to learning - An ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes- In association with The Smithsonian InstitutionThis captivating kids encyclopedia also takes a fun, more sideways look at some truly strange plants, such as trees with fruits like a giant&’s fingers, orchids that look like monkey faces, seeds that spin like helicopters, and trees that drip poison! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite flowers, plants, trees and more.This plant encyclopedia includes at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, making this nature book an ideal combination of colorful diagrams and infographic text boxes. In association with DK Smithsonian, the text proves easily accessible for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children&’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.Learn all about the world one picture at a time!If you like Trees, Leaves, Flowers & Seeds, then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places.Learn about everything in the animal kingdom with this book of extraordinary figures and number-based facts for children aged 9-12!Put…
the fun back into learning and take children on a number-crunching journey around the animal kingdom. From colossal mammals to tiny insects and everything in between, learn all about your favorite animals with more than 1,000 weird and wonderful numbers.Our World in Numbers: Animals will have you impressing your family and friends like never before with mind-blowing facts and stats on a vast range of different animal species. Children aged 9-12 will number-crunch their way around the animal kingdom, discovering everything from the age of the world&’s oldest animal and which bird has the most feathers, to which snake has the longest fangs and how long a tiger sleeps in a day.This animal book of fantastic figures offers:- More than 1,000 astonishing animal facts for children aged 9-12.- Different topics divided by 5 chapters, invertebrates, fish, amphibians and reptile, birds and mammals.- Eye-catching double page features, including vibrant photographs and graphics for every topic.- Fun and surprising information on more than 80 topics to engage children in the world around them.This data-packed adventure through the animal world is filled with everything you&’ve ever wanted to know about your favourite animals, with full-page photographs and fun, colorful images, wacky animal fact-bites and funky figures to become an animal expert!Ideal for every young dog lover, Pocket Genius: Dogs is packed with information that makes learning about dogs even more…
exciting. How did dogs evolve? Find out! Read about dog anatomy, their senses, and their intelligence. With 194 catalog entries of individual dog breeds from Great Danes to tiny terriers, Pocket Genius: Dogs details each group from working dogs to companion dogs and explains domestication and breed classifications. Full of instant information, the Pocket Genius series features a fresh and striking design that is sure to appeal to the middle grade audience. Supports the Common Core State Standards.Embark on an unforgettable time-travelling journey through Chinese history.This beautifully illustrated children's history book spans 2,500 years and more than…
a thousand miles along China's Grand Canal. With stunning, panoramic illustrations and lively, engaging text, China Through Time brings key periods and turning points in the canal's history to life. Cutaway views show the inside of buildings and introduce children to important places, characters, and events - from humble workers to mighty emperors, and from floods and wars to life in bustling ports and modern cities.Children will also love searching for the mischievous time-travelling cat, Lihua, who appears in each of the artworks.Perfect for parents and children to pore over together, China Through Time makes a gorgeous gift or collector's item. Fun, interactive, and packed with details, it vividly presents Chinese history to children as they have never seen it before.