Dorling Kindersley
Год издания 2018

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Go on a counting adventure with a friendly little ladybird as you follow tactile finger trails and feel cut-out shapes in this sturdy preschool learning book. Inside, the bright, beautifully illustrated pages feature an animal-packed number rhyme to read aloud. From one little ladybird with cut-away spots to ten yellow ducklings with tactile tummies, preschoolers will soon be counting the garden friends as they follow the trails, feel the intriguing die-cut pictures, and join in with the animal fun. Dazzling dragonflies, hungry snails, pretty butterflies, greedy caterpillars, noisy grasshoppers, big-eared bunnies, busy, buzzy bees, and tiny ants are all waiting to be counted in this delightful book. The lively rhyming verse aids language development and literacy, while following the finger trails and exploring the tactile pages encourages fine motor skills - helpful for pre-writing readiness. This colourful toddler counting book combines charming artwork with exciting, real-life photos that build preschool knowledge. It will appeal to toddlers' and preschoolers' imaginations as they enjoy lots of hands-on, early-learning fun.

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With 28 objects to count and find in each illustrated animal scene, this hide and seek book for children with lift the flaps is packed with puzzles and interactive fun! Peek under the flap to reveal the flock of birds in the sky, or school of fish in the coral reef. Then seek all sorts of objects hidden in the animal crowd. Can you find two top hats and five paper planes? Children will want to go back again and again to each of Charlotte Milner's intricately illustrated animal gatherings, and they'll discover something new every time! There are fabulous facts and things to learn along the way, such as how monkeys keep each other clean, and animal collective nouns - did you know that a group of monkeys is called a troop? Children can lift the flap to reveal an army of ants busy at work, or a shimmering school of fish (with shiny foil) passing through the colourful coral reef, and they'll discover why some animals work best as a team. Peek and Seek's combination of gentle learning with fun activities, will enable little ones to develop their hand-eye coordination, counting and observational skills, all the while being engaged and having fun!

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The ideal first animal picture book for babies and toddlers. Build little ones' vocabulary with 100 important animals, all with bold photographs and beautiful illustrations. Bright and colourful themed pages cover pets, farm animals, big beasts, cute baby animals, and animal colours and patterns. 100 First Animals is a large board book with a padded cover and makes an ideal first gift for babies. Crystal-clear photos show the wonder of the animal world, while engaging illustrations tell simple stories that stimulate talking, from a swan with her cygnets to a fish being chased by a smiley shark! Word labels encourage pointing, naming, and picture-and-word association. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Animals makes learning an exciting adventure for your baby.

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This charming illustrated non-fiction picture book takes you on an amazing journey through the world of bees. Bees are incredibly industrious, brilliant at building, super social, and - most importantly - along with other insects, they are responsible for a third of every mouthful of food you eat! The Bee Book is perfect to teach children age 5 and up all about our fuzzy little friends, how much they matter, why they are declining, and what we can do to help. This dazzling celebration of bees is lavishly illustrated by the talented up-and-coming author and illustrator Charlotte Milner. Children will be fascinated by beautiful pictures and buzz-worthy facts covering types of bee, bee hives, colonies, pollination, making honey and more. Meet the humble honey bee face-to-face: nature's hardest worker, and so much more than just a provider of honey in a picture book you will treasure forever.

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An illustrated lift-the-flap baby book that helps preschoolers learn to count. 1 chameleon, 2 hippos, and 10... you'll have to lift the flap and see! Children and adults will delight in this magical menagerie of animals from all around the world. Renowned author and artist Jonny Lambert brings the animal kingdom to life with his charming and expressive illustrations, making this children's 123 book perfect for adults and children to share. With little snippets of information revealing where some of the animals originate and surprises under every flap to discover together, both grown ups and little ones will be captivated. A superb early-learning book to treasure and love.

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Pick Me Up! Bunny is a delightful carry around book for preschoolers with a fun-to-read story all about five cuddly bunny rabbits. This shaped board book is designed as a cute carrier with a handle and a peek-through window that reveals the main bunny character inside the book. 10 interior board pages feature five fluffy bunnies and a read-aloud rhyming story, 'Bouncer the Bunny wants a carrot to eat, but will she ever find her favourite crunchy treat?' Speech bubbles and annotation encourage carers and preschoolers to talk about the pictures, building language skills and reading readiness. Pick Me Up! Bunny is the perfect fun for your little one. After all, it's a book that shouts: PICK ME UP!

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The perfect guide for any football fan who wants to know everything about the "beautiful game" - from World Cup winners and champions past and present, to football skills and techniques.Ever wondered when and where was football played for the first time? Do you know the history of the first football team? Have you explored the science behind football? Enter the fascinating world of the most popular game in the world with Eyewitness Football.Get in-depth knowledge about everything football from the rules and laws of the game to various skills and tactics. Follow the evolution of the ball itself, from inflated animal bladders to modern synthetic ones. Know what it feels like to walk in the specialized boots worn by the players - from studless ones from the 19th century to the modern ones with changeable screw-in studs.Eyewitness Football is packed with amazing pictures and facts that would interest new and old fans of the game alike. From bite-sized biographies of legendary players and results from all major tournaments to details about different national teams and clubs, this book packs it all in. Also included is a fantastic, full-colour poster to hang on your wall.

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An amazing giant poster filled with over 50 children's favourite animals including fascinating facts and quiz questions. Discover the wonder and complexity of the animal kingdom with this giant, colourful animal poster perfect for any bedroom wall or classroom. From tigers to turtles and owls to octopuses, discover the characterist... An amazing giant poster filled with over 50 children's favourite animals including fascinating facts and quiz questions. Discover the wonder and complexity of the animal kingdom with this giant, colourful animal poster perfect for any bedroom wall or classroom. From tigers to turtles and owls to octopuses, discover the characteristics of the five different types of vertebrates and the features of invertebrate animals with the DKFindout! Poster Animals. Sections are composed of stunning photographs dedicated to a different sub-species, alongside interesting related animal facts and fun questions to answer. This visually spectacular giant poster measuring 602x1008mm or 24x40" will challenge children to develop their knowledge, ask questions, and increase their curiosity for the animal kingdom in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for little learners in Key Stage 1 and 2.

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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 stories, getting to the heart of their significance to different cultures worldwide. More than just stories, myths are testament to the amazing creativity of humans striving to explain and make sense of the world around them. Revisit your favourite myths and discover brand new ones- discover Zeus, god of the sky and ruler of the Olympian gods, Loki, the cunning trickster with a knack for causing havoc, Thor with his mighty hammer, and Hades, ruler of the underworld. Beyond the gods and goddesses of Ancient Greek, Roman, and Norse myths this book delves into the stories woven by the Australian aborigines, the Cherokee, and Aztecs, each brimming with amazing characters and insights into human existence.

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From Mozart to Mendelssohn, this comprehensive guide to classical music history and classical music biography is the perfect latest addition to the bestselling Big Ideas series. Easy to understand and clear to follow, this history of classical music explores and explains music theory and the impact of seminal pieces, while also providing fascinating stories about the lives of crucial composers and performers. Including an insightful foreword by Katie Derham, The Classical Music Book analyses over 90 works by famous composers. From Thomas Tallis in the early period to baroque masters like Bach and Handel, to the classical genius of Beethoven and Wagner and beyond to the modern day, The Classical Music Book explores the key ideas underpinning the world's greatest classical compositions and musical traditions, and defines their importance to the musical canon, placing them into their wider social, cultural, and historical context. The unique approach to the subject makes this book the perfect classical music guide for everyone. Regardless of whether you are relatively new to the subject and want to learn or if you are a classical music aficionado, there is plenty to discover in The Classical Music Book.

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Calling all spice fans, adventurers, and curious cooks: it's time to explore the world's spices, create your own spice blends, and take your cooking to the next level. The Science of Spice is a cookbook like no other - one that will help you better understand the science behind the art of cooking with spices. If you've ever wondered what to do with that unloved jar of sumac, why some spices taste stronger than others, how to make your own garam masala, or simply which are the best spices for chicken, this inspirational guide has all the answers. The Science of Spice sets out the science behind the flavours and helps you choose, with greater confidence and intuition, how to use spices that perfectly complement each other. A periodic table of spices shows the connections between flavour compounds, and explains how spices can be grouped into distinct flavour families. Flavour maps explore the key regions of the spice world, including Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and the Indian subcontinent, and show the spice palettes of individual countries and cuisines. Spice profiles - organized by flavour groups such as pungent, sweet, or nutty - showcase each of the world's spices and suggest food pairings, spice pairings, blend ideas, and how to cook each spice to best release its flavour and aroma. Finally, spicy recipes for blends, butters, rubs, and pastes showcase authentic spice mixes from around the world, and suggest innovative combinations that you may never have considered before. The Science of Spice is an indispensable kitchen companion that home cooks will turn to time and time again to learn and innovate.

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The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this fascinating and cultural city. Explore imperial palaces, visit unique museums and stunning churches or stroll across the city's bridges: everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of St Petersburg with this indispensable travel guide. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide St Petersburg: - Over 20 colour maps, plus a pull-out map of the city and transport map, help you navigate with ease; - Simple layout makes it easy to find the information you need; - Comprehensive tours and itineraries of St Petersburg, designed for every interest and budget; - Illustrations and floorplans show the inside of St Isaac's Cathedral, the Hermitage, the Russian Museum, the Winter Palace and more; - Colour photographs of St Petersburg's palaces, bazaars, ornate architecture, churches and many more; - Historical and cultural context gives you a richer travel experience: learn about Russia's political history, annual festivals, beliefs and traditions; - Detailed chapters, with area maps, cover Vasilevskiy Island, Petrogradskaya, Palace Embankment, Gostinyy Dvor, Sennaya Ploshchad and further afield; - Essential travel tips: our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus visa and health information, and a useful phrasebook. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide St Petersburg is a detailed, easy-to-use guide designed to help you get the most from your visit to Russia's cultural capital.

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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, Flora invites you to explore the plant kingdom from the ground up, and from root to leaf tip. DK's elegant introduction to botany is packed with sumptuous photos and crystal-clear artworks that explain the mechanics of photosynthesis, why leaves change colour, how cacti store water, and how seeds know when to grow. Filled with fascinating stories of how plant roots and leaves communicate with their neighbours and how flowers use colour and scent to interact with - and manipulate - the creatures around them, Flora is a fresh and engaging introduction to the mysterious inner workings of the plant world.

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From works by Botticelli and Raphael to Salvador Dali and Frida Kahlo, discover the paintings that have shaken the art world through the centuries and across continents. Great Paintings takes you on your own personal gallery tour of over 60 of the world's best-loved paintings. Unlock the hidden meanings and symbols behind each painting, with over 700 photographs to bring the pictures to life and help you understand the key features, composition and techniques that have made these paintings stand out. Plus, biographies of the artists provide the background to each art work, inspiring you to paint your own picture of the historical and social context behind each masterpiece. Updated for 2018, Great Paintings is a beautiful guide to the paintings, both familiar and new, that have changed the world - it really is like having a gallery of all the great paintings at your fingertips.

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Learn everything you need to know about the first war to shake the world and change the course of history. World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide takes you from the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand to the Treaty of Versailles, through beautifully illustrated and easy to understand timelines. Recreate the experience of some of the most prominent battles, such as the Somme and Verdun, through compelling direct accounts from soldiers who fought as well as civilians who lived through the First World War. Marvel at the impressive weaponry and equipment used throughout the war, and learn more about the key figures, such as David Lloyd George and Joseph Joffre. Packed with images, maps, portraits, key artefacts and unforgettable first person accounts, World War I: The Definitive Visual Guide is an uniquely accessible military history of one of the world's most devastating conflicts.

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Expand your English vocabulary with this unique combination of illustrated vocabulary reference and practical workbook. English Vocabulary Builder makes all the most useful English words and phrases easy to remember. Each of the 3,000 entries is illustrated and available as an audio recording. Readers can write their own translations a... Expand your English vocabulary with this unique combination of illustrated vocabulary reference and practical workbook. English Vocabulary Builder makes all the most useful English words and phrases easy to remember. Each of the 3,000 entries is illustrated and available as an audio recording. Readers can write their own translations and work through hundreds of practice exercises to fix the English words in their minds and improve their English-language skills. English Vocabulary Builder makes vocabulary easier than ever to learn and remember. English for Everyone is an exciting and comprehensive self-study course for adults of all ages and levels learning English as a foreign language.

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This interactive baby book with 6 sounds and sparkly LED lights will keep little picture book fans entertained as they follow the story of a robot who has lost his noisy sounds! On the front jacket, you press Baby Robot's button and he makes a whirr-whirr, beep, buzz sound, and his twinkly lights turn on. Inside, you find out about Baby Robot,naming his body parts, and touching his circle button to hear him click, bleep, and ping. But after a busy day, Baby Robot feels tired. His lights aren't working, and he's lost his fun sounds! Baby Robot wishes he could still have cool lights like his toy car, sound amazing like the phone, and play a wonderful tune like his musical box. Luckily, Big Robot knows what to do. Baby Robot just needs a rest! The next day Baby Robot's battery is recharged, and he lights up, beeps, buzzes, pings, and plays a tune. Baby Robot feels great!Baby Robot: A Beep-buzz!, Light-up Story has simple text that helps babies and toddlers learn that we all need a rest to be at our best. The book has different shaped sound buttons, helping little ones to learn shapes. In addition, touching the buttons to turn on the sounds and lights helps children develop fine motor skills, as well as stimulating their senses, and teaching them cause-and-effect, which encourages logical thinking. With so much for children to learn and lots to delight them, Baby Robot: A Beep-buzz, Light-up Story is a unique, early learning, light and sound book, a great sensory toy for babies and toddlers, and perfect for anyone who wants an imaginative, novelty robot book for kids. With 3 replaceable button cell batteries.

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This visual guide to ballet history goes beyond other ballet books, with evocative photography that captures famous ballet dancers and key ballet stories, written with ballet legend Viviana Durante as Editorial Consultant. Discover more than 70 of the most famous ballet dances, from The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to The Rite of Spring. Learn the stories behind renowned companies such as The Royal Ballet and the Bolshoi Ballet. Explore the lives and achievements of ballet dancers across the centuries, such as Margot Fonteyn, Carlos Acosta, and Darcey Bussell, and meet composers and choreographers, from Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky to Matthew Bourne. From its origins at court and the first national ballet companies, to the contemporary scene and extraordinary venues that stage the production, this ballet book covers an impressive history of ballet and provides an invaluable overview of the subject. Filled with rarely seen photographs covering all the key figures, pieces, and performances, and compelling facts about each dance - the sources they draw from, their production history, and their reception over time - Ballet: The Definitive Illustrated Story is an essential gift for all ballet enthusiasts.

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This pocket-sized companion is the perfect guide to nearly 200 rocks and minerals. From the igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, to sparkling minerals, this encyclopedic guide covers vital data such as where and how they form, as well as what they are used for. Get to grip with nearly 200 profiles of rocks and minerals, including basalt, marble, diamond, and rhodochrosite, with pin-sharp photographs, explaining characteristics such as hardness, colour, and lustre. This mine of information will help you to learn how to detect those rocks and minerals in no time. Take the next step in becoming an expert geologist and learn how to collect your discovered specimens, and get back to the elements with the periodic table. Packed with fantastic encyclopedic stats, amazing photography, and genius gem facts, Pocket Eyewitness Rocks and Minerals will tell you everything you need to know about spotting rocks and identifying minerals in this handy pocket-sized guide.

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The ideal first book for toddlers to introduce everyday words - packed with colourful images and clear word-labels to encourage early learningHelp your toddler learn their all important first words with My First Words. With 16-pages of colourful, bright photographs alongside clear word-labels your little one will begin to recognise common everyday words. Each page introduces a new area including the kitchen, bedroom, the park and more, highlighting the key words with a bright image. Straightforward and clear My First Words fully engages your toddler to keep early learning simple. Perfect for encouraging children to build vocabulary and language skills My First Words helps toddlers grasp early concepts. Your little one will love discovering words and language while holding the chunky pages of this tactile board book. Read it together and help them turn the pages and learn their first words.