Dorling Kindersley
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Telling the story of the world's most incredible buildings, from the ancient world to the present day, this book offers a comprehensive and worldwide look at historical and contemporary building. Take a closer look at the beautiful details, principal elements, and decorative features of every architectural style, from the Giza Pyramids and the Colosseum to the Sydney Opera House and the Gherkin and Burj Khalifa. Architecture offers a truly worldwide look at historical and contemporary building, with breathtaking photography, intriguing cross-sections, and unique, specially-commissioned CGI artworks. Now fully updated, this stunning new edition covers contemporary architecture and green buildings, including the Gherkin and the London Ark with incredible new photography to transport you to the most interesting and iconic buildings on earth.

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A truly global view of history covering over 350 of the world's most important turning points. Presented in a beautiful slipcase, this is an essential gift for every history buff. World History is the most accessible guide to the history of human civilisation, covering the Neanderthals, the Assyrian Empire, Chinese dynasties, Vikings, World War I, apartheid, the rise of ISIS, and everything in-between. This remarkable book offers the most up-to-date coverage of global history, up to and including the Arab Spring, global terror, Russia and Ukraine, and the rise of populism in the EU. Historical moments and movements from across the globe are brought to life with contemporary photography, iconic maps, and stunning paintings. Follow humanity's journey and discover all the key thinkers, leaders, ideas, and inventions that shaped the modern world.

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A practical guide for parents and guardians on how to support and prepare your child for their Year 6 SATs. SATs can be daunting for both parents and guardians, and children, who may find themselves experiencing exam stress for the first time. "Help Your Kids with SATs" gives you a complete overview of the KS2 SATs system with tips and advice on caring for your child's wellbeing during this pressurized time. "DK's Help Your Kids with SATs" covers everything you need to know from how to handle your child's exam anxiety to what the SATs test papers cover. Discover your child's learning style, and use core skills section and practical activities with your child to help them prepare for the three Key Stage 2 SATs areas: Reading; Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation; and Maths. "Help Your Kids with SATs" is the one book covering all you and your child - need to be successful and happy during their Year 6 SATs.