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DK's best-selling guide to the "big ideas" of history - now fully revised and updated. Why did democracy emerge in ancient Greece? How did Spain conquer South and Central America? What caused the fall of the Berlin Wall? Explaining the key events in world history in a clear and simple way, The History Book answers these questions and more besides,...

New series - tactile textures for tiny tots With touch and feel patches and sparkly areas to explore, this animal board book encourages early learning and is just right for sharing with your little one. Meet some animals and learn about the noises they make, from a waddling penguin with a furry belly, to a butterfly with smooth fluttering wings,...

The perfect First Holy Communion gift, capture the sacred moment with this beautiful keepsake memory book. The perfect gift for children celebrating their faith milestones, My First Communion Memory Book offers a unique space to document their ongoing commitment to their faith. With pages to journal, include photos, and for family to write well-wishes, this stunning gift also features prayers...

Your compact and colourful guide to more than 450 rocks, crystals, gemstones, and fossils. Explore Earth's natural treasures, from their primeval origins to traditional uses and modern-day appeal. Featuring sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and other precious materials often prized for their beauty, such as amber, coral, and fossils, this illustrated guide is sure to captivate every rockhound and budding gemmologist....

A graphic guide to setting up and running your own business - covering everything from funding and finance to social media and expansion. Discover everything you need to know to turn your big idea into a thriving business with this uniquely visual guide. Combining clear, jargon-free language and bold, explanatory illustrations, How to Start Your Own Business shows you how...

A pop-up peekaboo book for curious little ones who love Stitch. Little ones can find adventure with Disney's loveable character Stitch in this adorable pop-up book! Meet Stitch in this cute book which will delight preschoolers with lively, read-aloud rhymes encouraging literacy and surprise pop-up scenes. With the help of parents and caregivers, young readers will have fun turning the...

The definitive visual history of the classic car - in its second edition. From the Chevrolet Bel Air to the Ferrari Testarossa, this stunning book showcases the most iconic and important classic cars from every decade since the 1940s. Few things ignite such reverence as a classic car. With more than 250 iconic models from the 1940s to the early...

The essential fully-illustrated guide to more than 100 best-loved characters from six seasons of the hit animated TV series. My Hero Academia Character Encyclopedia invites you to meet more than 100 characters from the hit anime TV series! How tall is Izuku Midoriya? What kind of personality does Ochaco Uraraka have? Who is Katsuki Bakugo's old rival? Find out the...

All the essential topics for A-level Psychology in one handy study guide. This easy-to-use Psychology study guide has everything A-level students need to help them get to grips with this fascinating subject. Super Simple Psychology breaks down complex information into manageable, bitesize chunks, and it covers all the key topics, ranging from brain anatomy and memory to phobias and types...

A one-stop guide to choosing the perfect dog, from an illustrated catalogue of more than 420 breeds. Find your ideal dog in this stunning guide to all things canine. With over 420 breeds at your fingertips—from established favourites, like the Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd, to newer "designer breeds" including the Schnoodle, Puggle, and Mal-shi—The Complete Dog Breed Book has...

Discover incredible lost worlds from the past. If the age of Earth was scaled to 24 hours, humans would only have come into existence in the last 38 seconds. Twenty-two minutes ago, an asteroid hit Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, wiping out (almost) all dinosaurs. Across the eons, Earth has been home to forest-dwelling mega-penguins, a mile-high waterfall in the Mediterranean, seas...

The gripping true story of how a team of scientists developed a drug that saved 500 million lives. Experience the greatest breakthroughs in science, with the DK Science Stories series. On the battlefields of World War I, soldiers are dying from infected wounds. A young doctor witnessing the devastation vows to find a cure. In his messy laboratory a decade...

Big Ideas Simply Explained More than 80 classic myths retold and explained, from early creation beliefs to classical hero narratives and the recurring theme of the afterlife. The latest title in the bestselling Big Ideas series, The Mythology Book explores the compelling worlds and characters depicted in myths and legends. Delve into each myth and discover the meanings behind these...

My First Encyclopedia by DK is a first concise encyclopedia for curious kids, packed with fascinating facts and fully updated with appealing and informative pictures. Help satisfy young children's curiosity for learning and build their knowledge! Containing a wide range of exciting subject areas to keep young minds stimulated, this fully updated, concise children's encyclopedia is a must-have addition to...

How Everything Works is an all-in-one encyclopaedia that takes you on an explanatory tour of the world, from your own body to outer space. Have you ever wondered how an email gets to someone on the other side of the world in just a few seconds, or why it's a bad idea to stand under a tree during a thunderstorm?...

A fresh view of Mexico's awe-inspiring Aztec civilisation, stunningly illustrated and drawing on up-to-date interpretation of indigenous writings. Find out how warriors lived and the importance of family life in this bold new illustrated book about the astonishing Aztec civilisation. When the migrating Aztec people saw an eagle on a cactus in Lake Texcoco, they knew it was a sign...

Featuring more than 600 stickers, this bumper encyclopedia is packed with facts on the fascinating world of sharks! A fantastic selection of facts and, of course, lots and lots of stickers, to keep children entertained for hours. Did you know that there are sharks that swim near humans, sharks that could fit in the palm of your hand, and even...

This wonderful book delves deeper into the facts behind enchanting fictional creatures from all around the world! Enter the enchanting world of mythical creatures and explore the history behind them in this beautifully illustrated compendium for kids. Meet an incredible cast of fictional animals from all around the world. Say hello to Thunderbird flying over North America and learn about...

Discover the machines of war that changed the battlefield forever. Explore more than 5,000 years of mechanised conflict around the globe - from chariots and siege-engines to the supersonic fighters and bombers of the modern era. Take an exhilarating ride through the ever-changing world of mobile warfare, across hundreds of pages of dramatic photography and evocative text with The Military...

DK's best-selling, richly illustrated encyclopedia series explores the wonderful world of plants and fungi. The ultimate nature book for children, this plant encyclopedia has everything from cacti and carnivorous plants to trees, flowers, and mushrooms. Why are flowers colourful and fruits sweet? How does a carnivorous plant kill its prey? Why do stinging nettles sting? How do trees turn light...

Look deep into the Universe with this updated classic and comprehensive encyclopedia, sure to excite and inspire budding astronauts and astronomers! From the Moon, Sun, and planets of our Solar System to space exploration, black holes, and dark matter, this completely revised and updated children's encyclopedia covers all you need to know about the cosmos. The most up-to-date images from...

Young artists will develop their drawing skills alongside favourite Disney characters using easy-to-follow steps. The Avengers assemble in Marvel How to Draw 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,...

The wonders of the natural world come to life in full colour in the ultimate animal book. If you're wild about animals, this visual encyclopedia is the ultimate page-turner, bringing our planet's creatures together in spectacular style. This inspiring children's reference guide welcomes you to the animal kingdom where you can meet more than 1,500 species, ranging from ants to...

Discover all the nations of the world with the clear, colourful maps, flags, and statistics in this invaluable reference source. Beautifully designed maps, flags and country profile data make this atlas an ideal source of information about our ever-changing world. Arranged in three main sections, the Compact World Atlas provides an excellent source of accurate and informative geographical information in...

Get ready for another exciting adventure with Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde! Join this brave duo as they team up to crack a new thrilling case in Zootopia 2. This colorful sticker book features all your favorite characters, including Judy, Nick, Flash and Clawhauser, and new faces from the movie. With over 100 stickers to use, Disney Zootopia 2: The Ultimate...

The latest in DK's fan-favourite visual guide series covers three seasons of The Mandalorian in anticipation of the theatrical release The Mandalorian and Grogu. Go behind the screens with this essential companion to all three seasons of Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm, this must-have guide to the Disney+ phenomenon is packed with fascinating new insights...

Take a fascinating round-the-globe tour, with a stopover in every nation on every continent, in this picture-packed children's book. Get set for a journey across the globe, visiting every country — from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe — to find out what makes each one unique. Along the way, you'll explore mountains, deserts, forests, and rivers, and spot some wildlife. You'll discover,...

A spine-chilling look at the subject of horror through history and across the world. Take a step - if you dare - into the shadows and the story of our primal fascination with fear, terror, and the macabre. This comprehensive and creepily illustrated guide explores the dark and eerie landscapes of horror down the centuries and across the world -...

A 72-page sticker book packed with fun facts and more than 1,000 Bananya stickers. Join Bananya and the Curious Bunch in this adorable sticker book with more than 1,000 stickers! Learn all about the secret lives of Bananyas—kitties from outer space who live in bananas. Decorate the pages with the cute, quirky characters, such as pirate bananya, long-haired bananya, flower...

Create your own action-packed adventure in this interactive sticker book. This book comes with 250 reusable stickers that can be used to complete a sticker story, providing an early introduction to storytelling. Featuring fun speech bubbles and character stickers, along with extra stickers to use wherever you choose, Disney Stitch Story Sticker Book encourages creativity and imagination for young learners....

Deliciously simple, nutritionally balanced Mediterranean meals for every day. Healthy and sustainable, there's a reason why the Mediterranean diet remains the most popular nutritional advice from health professionals. Whether you're looking to maintain a healthy body weight, improve your heart health, or support a diverse gut microbiome, the Mediterranean diet has long been recognised as one of the healthiest diets...

Decodable tales of survival against the odds for striving readers aged 10-14. From blinding blizzards to a devastating avalanche, three young people battle against some of the most brutal natural disasters in history. The Children's Blizzard, 1888 Yungay Avalanche, 1970 The Storm of the Century, 1993 This book is part of the Against The Odds series, a captivating series of...

Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to creepy crawlies for children aged 5-7. Enter the buzzing world of winged wonders and creepy crawlies with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Bugs for children aged 5-7. Uncover the fascinating lives of the daring dragonfly, the clever centipede, the super scorpion, and the mighty mantis in this book about...

DK's best-selling guide to the history of psychology - now fully revised and updated. How do our minds influence the way we behave? How do our bodies and minds work together? Do we have free will? Exploring and explaining the big ideas and groundbreaking theories in the field of psychology in a clear and simple way, The Psychology Book answers...

The clearest, simplest guide to chemistry, from atoms to the chemistry of green fuels. Combining bold graphics with easy-to-understand text, Simply Chemistry is the perfect introduction for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. This book covers the core concepts of chemistry in a fresh and accessible way - from the structure of an atom and the...

Get stickering a galaxy far, far away with more than 1,000 stickers from Star Wars: The Mandalorian: Grogu: The Ultimate Sticker Collection. This complete collection contains stickers of all your favourite characters, including Grogu, Din Djarin, and Bo-Katan Kryze. Learn more about incredible vehicles, such as the Mandalorian's N-1 starfighter, and fascinating locations, like the terrifying mines of Mandalore. Fans...

Discover the history of our world as you've never seen it before. Journey back in time to take part in a mammoth hunt, march with a Roman soldier, and fly with the Wright brothers. Explore what history looked like through spectacular computer-generated images of the key people, places, and events. This new book in the Knowledge Encyclopedia series will inspire...

Combining graceful design and beautiful imagery, this book provides an elegant introduction to the plant kingdom. Discover the extraordinary diversity of the plant world—and how plants work—with this photographic celebration of the trees, flowers, and foliage plants that share our planet. From tiny mosses and delicate ferns to vibrant blooms and stately palms, The Science of Plants invites you to...

DK's best-selling guide to the "big ideas" of business - now fully revised and updated. How can you create a successful brand? What makes a great business leader? Why do some firms fail while others prosper? Explaining the key ideas in the field of business in a clear and simple way, The Business Book answers these questions and more besides,...

A new edition of this detailed and practical illustrated guide - the essential resource for choosing and caring for your ideal cat. Beautifully illustrated with specially commissioned photography. This all-in-one guide to the world's favourite pet ensures that you can be the owner of a healthy, happy cat. From ancient breeds to modern hybrids, The Complete Cat Breed Book will...

A bold and accessible guide to the key ideas that have shaped our understanding of the Earth's landscapes and environments, and our relationship with them. Discover the key theories and milestone developments in the field of geography—the study of Earth's diverse landscapes and climates, and the ways in which we have interacted with them through history and across the world....

A gorgeously illustrated book on the hidden wonders of Earth, for young geography, science, and natural history enthusiasts. Enter the world of towering mountains, swirling storms, and deep ocean trenches for an unforgettable journey through our planet Earth. Day turns to night, seasons shift, water moves, volcanoes erupt in a burst of fury, and animals swing and dart across the...

Baby Diplodocus Finds Shapes by DK is an adorable board book where Baby Diplodocus learns about shapes. The book features glow-in-the-dark sprayed edges and surprises that will delight little readers! Children will love discovering shapes in Baby Diplodocus' playful prehistoric world, including oval, circle, triangle, diamond, and stars! Join Baby Diplodocus for a day of exploring, playing, and learning before...

Baby T. Rex Finds Colours is an adorable board book where Baby T-rex learns about colours, featuring glow-in-the-dark sprayed edges and surprises! Little ones will love learning about colours in Baby T-rex's playful prehistoric world with hues like yellow, red, blue, green, and orange. Follow Baby T-rex's day as he explores, plays, and learns, culminating in a cosy snuggle under...

A reformatted, monochrome edition of A Short History of World War II in a classic Royal hardback format. Discover the story of the world's deadliest war. Combining expert historical insight with accounts of combatants and civilians, this important book offers a brilliant summary of the most important military, strategic, and political events across all theatres. The fighting is brought to...

Take a look through the lens and discover the beauty and science of the magnificent night sky - and beyond. This stunningly illustrated handbook is split into eight sections which cover every aspect of astronomy. Learn about the history of discoveries in the field and astronomical phenomena, from the earliest human civilizations to the present day, and then take a...

Incredible shark and sea predator facts in one pocket-sized book. Dive into the world of the shark, one of the ocean's most awesome predators, in this mini encyclopedia of some of the world's most magnificent marine creatures. Pocket Eyewitness Sharks gives you fast facts at your fingertips and includes pictures to make learning about these extraordinary creatures even more fun....

A vibrant, glow-in-the-dark sticker book featuring over 100 stickers from the beloved Lilo & Stitch! This fun glow-in-the-dark books is filled with pictures and facts about favourite characters, Stitch and Angel. With over 100 glow-in-the-dark stickers to use in the book or wherever you like!

Help your child take their first steps into the world of phonics and reading with this parent's and caregiver’s guide to reading support.A Parents Guide to Phonics is for parents and caregivers who want to learn how to help their child with reading and spelling. It explains how written language is put together, what phonics is, and how reading and...

Know your -able from your -ness and your in- from your un- to unlock the secret world of words. With over 100 morphemes to discover, this is the ultimate guide for learning more about morphology and the origins of words. Discover amazing facts about the building blocks of language - from prefixes and suffixes to root words and bases. Morphological...

An accessible guide to more than 90 of the most important and groundbreaking milestones in the history of medicine, and the people behind them. How are illnesses diagnosed? What is cancer? Why are some pandemics so deadly? This book explores big questions like these, explaining the breakthroughs and discoveries that have shaped our modern-day understanding of medicine and helped us...

Know, grow, and create beautiful bonsai. Step-By-Step Bonsai is the ultimate introduction to bonsai trees, with illustrated step-by-step projects to make bonsai for beginners simple and achievable. With an A-Z directory of bonsai tree care, you'll learn the key techniques needed to create your own beautiful miniature landscapes. Author and internationally renowned bonsai artist Peter Warren has taught and worked...

See fascinating amphibians up-close and in detail in this picture-packed guide for young readers From the common frog and toad to the fire salamander and legless caecilian, take a close-up look at the amazing amphibians that live on our planet. Eyewitness Amphibian is the ultimate children's guide to these cold-blooded vertebrates. Learn about the history of amphibians, where they live,...

Introductory Spanish language course, fully updated and refreshed, with a free audio app. Teach yourself Spanish in just 12 weeks with this fun, user-friendly, and uniquely visual language course. DK's 15 Minute Spanish is the perfect course for busy people who want to learn Spanish fast. Twelve themed chapters are broken down into easy-to-follow 15-minute daily lessons, spanning a range...

Meet the world's most remarkable bugs - from the tiny fairy wasp to the giant weta. Find out everything you need to know about bugs in this compendium packed with hundreds of clever and colourful minibeasts. Did you know that there may be 5 million species of insects in the world? And that there are over a billion insects for...

Learn all about hot lava and fiery volcanoes with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Volcanoes for children aged 5–7.What is it like to stand near red-hot lava? When will the next super volcano erupt? And how do islands form? This volcano book for kids dives deep into our planet's fiery secrets, bringing to life everything from explosive volcanic eruptions...

Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to mammals from all around the world for children aged 5-7 Get up, close, and personal with mammals with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Mammals for young readers. What makes a mammal a mammal? Does a tiny pygmy mouse belong to the same class of animals as the gigantic blue...

Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to changing weather for children aged 5-7 Follow our ever-changing skies and uncover the secrets of weather with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Weather for children aged 5-7. Get ready to chase the wind, ride the waves, and dodge lightning as you dive into this book about weather for children....

Discover Batman's vehicles, gadgets, battles, and bases in this action-packed LEGO Batman book, with exclusive minifigure! Jump into the Batmobile™ and explore Gotham City with LEGO Batman™ and friends! Meet fearsome foes, such as The Joker™, Harley Quinn™ and The Penguin™, plus buddies like Batgirl™, Robin™, and more. Learn about their cool gadgets and incredible vehicles as you zoom to...

An innovative and accessible guide to more than 2,000 years of thought. Learn everything you need to know about the world of philosophy—from the key thinkers to modern concepts—in a brand new portable size. To the complete novice, learning about philosophy can be daunting—The Little Book of Philosophy changes all that. With the use of powerful and easy-to-follow images, famous...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book for curious preschoolers who love diggers, dump trucks, bulldozers, and more Find all the busy construction vehicles in this exciting lift-the-flap pop-up book for little ones. The builders are busy in the park clearing away boulders, laying a path, digging a pond, and filling a sandpit. But where are all the building machines...

An essential character guide for LEGO and Disney fans, with a collectible minifigure. Unlock a world of Disney magic and LEGO adventure with this essential character guide! Meet more than 150 LEGO Disney minifigures and mini dolls, from Mickey and Minnie Mouse to Princess Elsa and even Walt Disney himself! Explore the heroes, villains, princesses, friends, and locations from your...

An official glow-in-the-dark sticker book for preschoolers who love Spidey and His Amazing Friends. GLOW-WEBS-GLOW! Light up your world with more than 100 glow-in-the-dark stickers of Team Spidey, their best friends, and their fearsome foes. Create glowing action scenes with stickers of all your favourite heroes and villains from Spidey and His Amazing Friends, or even just stick them to...

Packed with epic action and fun facts about LEGO Marvel Avengers heroes, villains, vehicles, missions and more. Plus exclusive minifigure. Uncover super facts and epic action from LEGO Marvel Avengers, complete with an exclusive minifigure! Are you ready to explore the LEGO Marvel Multiverse? Join the Avengers and their fiendish foes on a journey of discovery. Find out about danger-filled...

An updated edition of the best-selling children's dinosaur encyclopedia. Journey back to the Mesozoic Era, when fearsome dinosaurs roamed the land, menacing pterosaurs patrolled the skies, and the seas were filled with awesome reptiles. See every type of prehistoric animal in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Find out how these fascinating creatures lived, why they died out, and what...

A beautiful step-by-step guide to drawing for young, enthusiastic art-lovers. This book teaches children all the tips and tricks they will need to become an incredible artist. Uncover all the fun tips and tricks needed to improve your drawing skills and become an incredible artist, with this How To Draw book. Learn how to draw anything and everything—from funny people...

A life-size book for older kids, featuring characters and props from the Marvel Studios Universe. A striking visual guide that shows young MCU fans the sizes of their favourite heroes, villains and props! How big do you think Hulk is? He's pretty big, but do you know just how big? If you met Captain America, could you hold his shield,...

A clear, practical, visual guide to learning the basics of computer programming in easy steps, using some of the most popular languages for new coders. With this visual guide to computer programming for beginners, it has never been easier to learn how to code. Coding skills are in high demand, and the need for programmers is still growing. Covering three...

A head-to-toe guide to symptoms, helping you self-diagnose and decide what to do next. Whether it's a symptom you have been ignoring for a while or something like a sudden pain after a fall, this book tells you what it could be and what action to take. Check out any health problem and discover what it might be and what...

Highly visual one-stop reference to all the morphology covered in school from ages 5 to 7 years Learning about how words are made has been proven to boost reading comprehension, spelling, and vocabulary. This book breaks down words into their smallest component parts - such as prefixes, suffixes, and plural endings - in a fun and easy-to-read way. Packed with...

Learning philosophy has never been easier... This essential course-in-a-book takes you on a fascinating journey through the questions that have puzzled humanity for over 2,500 years. From metaphysics and ethics to political philosophy and the philosophy of science, learn a different branch of philosophy across nine practical and accessible modules that explain all of the key ideas of history's greatest...

The clearest, simplest introduction to psychology ever published. Grasping complex psychological ideas has never been easier. Transforming complicated ideas into easy-to-understand graphics, supported by accessible text, Simply Psychology is the perfect introduction to the subject for those who are short of time but hungry for knowledge. Covering the key psychological theories from moral development to cognitive behavioural therapy, each easy-to-read,...

Discover all there is to know about human anatomy in DK's latest concise visual guide to the human body. Fully updated to reflect the latest medical information, The Concise Human Body Book is illustrated throughout with colourful and comprehensive diagrams, photographs, scans, and 3D artworks, which take you right into the cells and fibres that are responsible for keeping your...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book to introduce little ones to sea life on the coast Take a trip to the beach and find pop-up sea creatures hiding under flaps in this delightful book for preschoolers. What wildlife can we find on the seashore? Turn the pages of this beautiful book and find out! Babies and toddlers will love...

A revelatory behind-the-scenes exploration-and celebration-of the artistic ingenuity that created Avatar- Fire and Ash Explore the magnificent behind-the-scenes artwork underpinning James Cameron's Avatar- Fire and Ash. Discover how crucial scenes were conceived and marvel at the incredible attention to detail that the Avatar artists brought to the development of new characters like Varang, leader of the fearsome Ash People, and...

Meet the curious creatures who come out to play at night in this beautifully illustrated bedtime companion for young readers What happens in the wild when you're tucked up in bed? This book is a must-have introduction to the wonderful world of animals, and offers a peek into their nighttime lives! Turn the pages of The Bedtime Book of Night-time...

A definitive year-by-year celebration of US history - from the Declaration of Independence to the nation's 250th anniversary Discover the extraordinary story of the United States of America - from its fight for independence to its 250th anniversary. This captivating and richly illustrated book takes you on a year-by-year journey through US history, starting with the signing of the Declaration...

The most comprehensive, up-to-date, visual guide to pregnancy on the global market Just discovered you're pregnant? Feeling a little bit overwhelmed? The Pregnancy Encyclopedia is here for you. Ten detailed chapters cover everything you need to know throughout your pregnancy and beyond from nutrition, exercise, and medical care to fetal development, labour, and breastfeeding. With experts answering all your questions...

Zoom into a mini universe of teeny tiny things What would everything look like if you shrank to the size of an ant? Miniverse takes you on a mind-boggling journey into the world of the teeny tiny. Discover how zips, paper, ballpoint pens, and velcro work by seeing them enlarged hundreds of times. Watch dust mites clambering through the jungle...

A comprehensive history celebrating 100 years of Winnie the Pooh Explore the expansive evolution of literature's most famous bear as he celebrates his 100th anniversary. When author A.A. Milne was inspired to create the Winnie the Pooh stories for his young son, he can never have imagined what the future held. Combined with the drawings of E.H. Shepard, the timeless...