Dorling Kindersley

Dog Be an eyewitness to the fascinating world of dogs What makes some dogs good hunters and others perfect playmates? Why do some dogs have jobs, like seeing-eye dogs? What did dogs mean to the ancient Egyptians and what makes the Dalmatian an 'aristocrat' among dogs? Be an eyewitness to this remarkable species and learn everything you need to know about anything to do with dogs. Great for project work, the book also features six extra pages with suggestions for further research, including many websites. Подробнее

Earth From vicious volcanoes to wondrous waterfalls, the terror and beauty of Earth is shown in all its glory Zoom-in on the earth and enter a world of discovery. Learn about the earth's position in the solar system and how its surface is constantly being re-shaped by the elements. Packed with fun facts and vibrant photography, learning about the planet we call home becomes an exciting adventure. Подробнее

Egypt Discover the ancient and modern wonders of Egypt with this essential guide From the pyramids of Giza to the bustling bazaars of Cairo, explore all Egypt has to offer with this essential guide. From visiting tombs and temples to diving in the Red Sea, there's a wealth of amazing things to see and do. Plus, tips on where to sample the best mezze and chai will ensure your trip to the Land of the Pharaohs is one you'll never forget. — Features over 800 colour photographs, maps & illustrations — Includes carefully chosen listings of the best hotels and restaurants — Contains detailed floorplans and maps to guide you around with ease. Подробнее

Elephant

Ian Redmond, 1997

Elephants are magnificent creatures that have long intrigued people with their strength and intelligence. This book brings to life the story of their earliest origins on the plains of northern Africa more than 50 million years ago to the precarious future they face today. Starting with the life of a giant woolly mammoth, the book features elephant anatomy in close-up and explains the social structure of the herd, what happens when a bull elephant is in 'musth', and how females protect their young. Learn about the relationship between elephants and humans in India, where they are used for transport and haulage. Discover the cruelty of the ivory trade, and what you can do to help elephants from becoming extinct. Full of amazing facts and exceptional original photography, Elephant is a unique and absorbing introduction to the complex life of the world's largest living land mammal. — A spectacular and informative guide to the fascinating world of elephants — Superb colour photographs of Asian and African elephants, their living relatives, and reconstructions of their ancestors, offer a unique 'eyewitness' view of these remarkable animals, their natural history and relationship with people — See the adult 'tusker'; inside an elephant's mouth; a baby elephant suckling; an elephant in threatening posture; elephants at work; an elephant painting a picture — Learn how to tell an African from an Asian elephant; why elephants are worshipped; how long an elephant's tusks can grow; how elephants 'talk' to each other; why the future of elephants is threatened — Discover why elephants walk on their tiptoes; how much food an adult elephant eats in a day; the cruelty of the ivory trade; why elephants flap their ears; how intelligent elephants are; and much, much more Подробнее

Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life

David Lambert, 2003

Discover 400 million years of life — from jawless fish to the Allosaurus and giant sloths, to the dawn of mankind. The book is organized into four easy-to-use sections, with a comprehensive reference section explaining how to find, study and date fossils. Подробнее

Europe’s Best Places to Stay Not forgetting the history, the art, the shopping or the nightlife — sometimes you just want a fabulous place to stay. Providing information which should allow you to make a short or long break a complete success, this guide covers places to stay in Europe from charming B&Bs to island escapes. Подробнее

Watch Me Grow: Farm Animals Turn the pages and watch the farm animals grow! We start life as baby animals, but how do we turn into the cows, horses, pigs and chickens you see on a farm? Turn the pages and watch us grow! In this fantastic introduction to life cycles from the Watch Me Grow series, you will find an entertaining and engaging look at the behaviour of farm animals to share with your child. — Provides a simple introduction to life cycles and biology for young readers — Supports the Foundation level of the National Curriculum — Fun fact boxes and colourful photography appeal to an early reader's curiosity Подробнее

Fish

Steve Parker

Fish are a vast and diverse group of animals, ranging in size from tiny minnows to huge sharks, all perfectly adapted to living in water and capable of amazing feats of survival. This superb collection of photographs brings their story vividly to life. Starting with a look at fish fossils and anatomy in detail, the book describes their evolution and different patterns of behaviour. Discover how a stickleback builds a nest, and how a flatfish's eyes move over to one side of its face as it develops. Learn about fish parenting, feeding, migration, and different means of defence. There is also a dazzling head-to-tail feature on a vicious, sharp-toothed shark. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, Fish is a unique and compelling introduction to the lives of these fascinating and mysterious animals. — Here is an exciting and informative guide to the fascinating world of fishes — Superb colour photographs of tropical fishes, eels, seahorses, and more offer a unique «eyewitness» view of the natural history of fishes, how they behave and how they survive — See the lethal jaws of a piranha; a porcupine fish «puffing up»; how a dogfish swims; growth rings on a fish scale; what a fish looked like 400 million years ago; a fish with legs — Learn how a shoal stays together; why some fishes swim upside-down; how a stingray stings; which male fish can «give birth»; how a stickleback builds its nest why fishes need water to breathe — Discover why a shark must keep swimming; how a ray can give an electric shock; what eyespots are for; how an archerfish «shoots» a victim Подробнее

Watch Me Grow: Frog An animals eye view on the cycle of life I start life as a tiny tadpole, but how do I turn into a handsome frog? Turn the pages and watch me grow inside my egg, see me hatch out and make my first leap from the water! Colourful photographs and lively text make learning all about life cycles fun! This charming book is irresistibly presented and will be a favourite of both children and parents. — First person text presents a clear and engaging read that children will love. — Fantastic fun facts are displayed in colourful boxes. — Features a glossary that tiny minds can refer to! Подробнее

Greece, Athens and the Mainland An ideal introduction to the country, the guide locates Greece geographically, setting it in both modern and historical context and explains how life changes throughout the year. It also features an overview of the many specialities, main sight seeing attractions and a complete area by area guide; all described with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations. Expertly researched information on hotels, shops, restaurants, bars, sports and entertainments ensure all your needs are taken care of; while a survival guide section offers you practical advice on everything from posting a letter to navigating public transport. Over 1,000 photographs, illustrations and maps Cutaways and floorplans of all the major sights. Easy-to-use 3-D aerial views give you a bird's eye view of the most popular areas. Be an expert on where to eat, where to stay and how to get around. Подробнее

Guide to Birds Did you know that birds inhabit every corner of the Earth and are brilliant strategists? They can even pretend to be injured and make decoy nests to escape their predators! Fly-high and discover the complex nature of a bird's life. From the award-winning DK Guide series, DK Guide to Birds takes a close-up look at this amazing winged species. Подробнее

Guide to Savage Earth

Trevor Day, 2006

From savage storms to blistering droughts, discover the awesome natural forces around us From desolate deserts to cavernous caves, find out all about our planet's structures and the earth-shattering processes that shape it. Packed with unusual views of the Earth and its features, this is the comprehensive guide to understanding planet Earth. — A new title in the award-winning series — Features Close-up photography and wide-angled action scenes — Combines expert, academic knowledge with a fresh and informative style Amazing satellite and space shuttle photographs give you a breathtaking look at the extraordinary and powerful forces at work on our planet, including the devastating tsunami. Enter earthquake territory, find out what causes a volcano to erupt and follow the path of a glacier — start your dramatic journey across the planet here. Подробнее

Guide to Space

Peter Bond, 2004

Winner of the Aventis Junior Science Books Award 2000 Explore the wonders of the Solar System and beyond with DK Guide to Space. Spectacular satellite photography and amazing facts await you on a truly out of this world voyage. Take a star studded tour through the solar system, experiencing shooting stars and NASA robots along the way Cutting edge satellite imagery reveals amazing galactic landscapes as never seen before Подробнее

Illustrated Oxford Dictionary The authoritative, up-to-date dictionary of the English language & a stimulating visual reference. This authoritative and accessible dictionary uses a unique combination of comprehensive images and detailed definitions to explain even the most complex of topics. 187,000 clear and concise entries and definitions cover general vocabulary as well as specialist, technical, literary and historical terms and new words and phrases. 4,500 carefully selected images provide instant visual definitions and deepen understanding of the text entries. 600 eye-catching illustrated feature panels offer more information on a wide range of topics – from science and technology to natural history, art and music. — Includes 500 new words — Ideal for use in any school, home or office — Illustrated quick reference section Подробнее

Jungle

Theresa Greenaway, 1997

Discover life in the tropical rainforest — from exotic birds in the tree tops to millions of insects on the forest floor Jungles are noisy and colourful. They are also dark, impenetrable, and mysterious. This stunning collection of specially commissioned photographs brings their rich diversity of plants, animals, and insects vividly to life, from forest floor to lofty canopy. Starting with the different types of rainforest, including mangrove swamps, and lowland and cloud forests, the book takes the reader on a breathtaking journey through all the jungles of the world. Learn about jungle produce and explorers, and the medicines derived from rainforest plants. Sadly, vast tracts of jungle around the world have already been destroyed for commercial gain. This book opens our eyes to their ecological importance and whey they must be protected. Written by botanist Theresa Greenaway, Jungle is a unique and exciting introduction to an extraordinary and endangered environment. — A spectacular and informative guide to some of the most extraordinary habitats on Earth — Superb colour photographs offer a unique 'eyewitness' view of the remarkable and colourful plants, animals, and insects of the world's jungles — See the beautiful but poisonous passionflower; the rare golden lion tamarin; a Heckel chew stick from Nigeria; the red howler monkey howling at dawn; a kangaroo climbing a tree — Learn how paper wasps make their nest; how a siamang moves; how wax is taken from the wax palm; how geckos 'fly'; how pitcher plants trap insects — Discover what red lemurs eat; how poison is taken from a poison dart frog; why bowerbirds build bowers; why canopy leaves have drip tips; where gorillas live; why chameleons change colour — and much, much more Подробнее

Kings and Queens (Ultimate Sticker Book) Create your own picture book with over 60 superb full-colour stickers These activity books make learning fun — children create their own picture book as they find out about Kings and Queens. Read the captions in the eight-page booklet and, using the labels beside each sticker, choose the image that best fits in the space available. Don't forget that your stickers can be stuck down and peeled off again. You can also use the kings and queens stickers to decorate your own books, or for project work at school. Hours of fun! — The ultimate collection of kings and queens stickers, ideal for home projects and schoolwork — Choose the stickers to create your own book of kings and queens — Easy-peel stickers can be used more than once — Fact-packed labels accompany every sticker — This series will appeal to reluctant readers Подробнее

Kings and Queens of England and Scotland

Plantagenet Somerset Fry, 2006

From the Saxons to the Windsor's, discover the drama and the history of Britain's royal lineage Don't know your Albert from your Ethelred? Which Henry had six wives, and which was crowned at eight years old? This essential guide will sort your Tudors from your Stuarts, and help you to discover how each monarch helped to shape the country we live in today. — Easy to read biographies of each Sovereign highlight key dates and achievements — Includes family trees illustrating relations and ancestors — Supports the National Curriculum at Key Stage 3. Подробнее

London (Ultimate Sticker Book) Create your own picture book as you learn about life in this exciting city These activity books make learning fun — children create their own picture book as they find out about London. Read the captions in the eight-page booklet and, using the labels beside each sticker, choose the image that best fits in the space available. Don't forget that your stickers can be stuck down and peeled off again. You can also use the London stickers to decorate your own books, or for project work at school. Hours of fun! — The ultimate collection of London stickers, ideal for home projects and schoolwork — Choose the stickers to create your own travel guide to London — Easy-peel stickers can be used more than once — Fact-packed labels accompany every sticker — This series will appeal to reluctant readers Подробнее

Essential Managers: Making Presentations

Tim Hindle, 2006

The instant reference library of management tips and techniques Learn all you need to know about improving your presentation skills, from thorough planning and preparation to selecting the best method of presenting and dealing with audience questions. Making Presentations not only shows you how to relax and prepare yourself mentally, but also provides practical techniques for you to use when making a presentation. Power tips help you to handle real-life situations and develop first-class presenting skills that will dramatically improve your impact. This innovative series covers a wide range of management and personal development topics. Each title is a comprehensive yet compact source of easy reference for all those in or aspiring to a position of responsibility, with a focus on developing and enhancing professional management practice. — Making Presentations offers practical advice and guidance on speaking with confidence and suggests ways to mentally prepare yourself for a presentation — Practical techniques show you how to structure your material, create visual aids, speak with confidence and handle an audience — Clear text and illustrations cover every aspect of both large — and small-scale presentations — Simple checklists enable you to be fully prepared before and during a presentation — Accessible charts and flow diagrams explore different options for action and provide useful examples — An exciting and unprecedented visual approach to international business publishing — Aimed at the novice and the experienced manager alike in every work environment, from large corporations to small businesses Подробнее

Mammal

Steve Parker

One of the most interesting and studied groups of animals, mammals are adapted to many ways of life — they can swim, walk, fly, live underwater or high up in forest trees. This collection of superb specially commissioned photographs brings their fascinating world vividly to life. Starting with a comparison of the two most famous mammals, humans and chimpanzees, the book describes the evolution and classification of a large variety of mammals, going on to look in detail at their anatomy. It follows a mammal from birth, showing how it grows, and the stages of life. Feeding, suckling, grooming, and playing are also studied. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, London, this book is a unique and compelling introduction to mammals' variety and complexity. — Here is a spectacular and informative guide to the natural world of mammals. — Stunning, real-life photographs of bushbabies, badgers, wallabies, and more, offer a unique «eyewitness» view of the natural history of animal behaviour and anatomy. — See how newborn mice develop; what the inside of a molehill looks like; what a whale has inside its mouth; how a chinchilla keeps its fur clean; the only mammals that can fly — Learn how to recognize mammal footprints, why some animals store food in their cheek pouches; why you are a mammal; how the porcupine frightens its enemies — Discover how camels can walk on sand; what mammals looked like in the Ice Age; why some mammals have spines instead of fur; what whiskers are for; why a wallaby has a pouch Подробнее

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