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Experience Europe’s most incredible outdoor adventures! From kayaking past waterfalls in Croatia to spotting endangered bison in Poland, this book inspires you to reconnect with nature. Covering over 150 activities, it showcases breathtaking experiences like birdwatching, forest bathing, scuba diving, and wild swimming. Each mini chapter introduces a specific activity and suggests the best locations across Europe to enjoy it. This beautifully designed gift book features over 200 outdoor adventures, with 50 main entries focusing on unique activities and additional suggestions for similar experiences. Stunning photography enhances the narrative, making it an inspirational guide for anyone planning a European outdoor adventure. Explore landscapes brought to life with insights into their history, culture, and natural features. The book caters to both laid-back explorers and thrill-seekers, offering ideas for everyone from seasoned adventurers to those venturing outdoors for the first time. It includes practical tips on the best times to visit, packing essentials, and photography advice, along with suggestions for wildlife spotting. Perfect for armchair travelers and outdoor enthusiasts alike, this book is a treasure trove of ideas for immersing yourself in the great outdoors.

Keep your plants in great shape. Ideal for first-time gardeners, Grow Pruning & Training contains everything you need to know to care for more than 80 of the most popular shrubs, climbers, and ornamental trees. Get to grips with all the essential techniques with an expert guide that focuses on realistic aims and achievable results, then put them to use with an illustrated directory that answers all your pruning and training questions. Packed with practical, jargon-free know-how, this easy-to-use guide has everything you need to know to help your garden Grow

Learning to code has never been easier than with this innovative visual guide to computer programming for beginners.Coding skills are in high demand and the need for programmers is still growing. However, taking the first steps in learning more about this complex subject may seem daunting and many of us feel left behind by the coding revolution. By using a graphic method to break code into small chunks, this book brings essential skills within reach.Terms such as algorithm, variable, string, function, and loop are all explained. The book also looks at the main ?coding languages that are out there, outlining the main applications of each language, so you can choose the right language for you.Individual chapters explore different languages, with practical programming projects to show you how programming works. You'll learn to think like a programmer by breaking a problem down into parts, before turning those parts into lines of code. Short, easy-to-follow steps then show you, piece by piece, how to build a complete program. There are challenges for you to tackle to build your confidence before moving on.Written by a team of expert coders and coding teachers, the Beginner's Step-by-Step Coding Course is the ideal way to get to grips with coding.

"Britain's bestselling caravan and camping guide. Find the very best places to take your tent, caravan or motorhome. Discover over 690 sites--from five Pennant premier parks to budget options. Plan your next family adventure with AA-recommended Holiday Centres. Glamping--stay in style with over 200 luxury sites. Clear mapping makes everything easy to find. Platinum and gold ratings how you Britain's very best sites."--

Let your toddler discover the joys of yoga through the simple poses in this yoga book for kids. With a range of gentle poses carefully selected in an order that will engage, energise, and then relax, this book can be accessed by all abilities. Sweet illustrations of yoga positions are brought to life with real photographs of young children practising the moves. From downward dog, to cat stretch, to sleepy sloth, this board book includes a variety of yoga moves that are made fun for little ones. Babies and toddlers will love looking at the beautiful pictures in this illustrated children's book and turning the pages by themselves. There are a range of easy poses for toddlers to copy. Can they stand up tall like a tree and try to balance on one leg, or breathe out fiercely like a lion? My First Yoga helps preschoolers to develop their early learning skills as they name the animals and objects that go with each pose; broadening their vocabulary. The sturdy board book is made for kids to get hands-on with, and is perfect for little children to hold by themselves. Yoga has many health benefits as it helps with balance, coordination and mindfulness -- it's never too early to start!

Uncover the key moments that shaped American history in this extensive history encyclopedia for children. Get the background on the Battle of Yorktown and discover what started the American Revolution. Learn the legends of the Wild West. Relive the atmosphere of the "Roaring Twenties." Covering everything from the cultures of the first Native Americans right up to the events of the present day, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia is the ultimate reference tool for exploring the history of one of the most remarkable nations in the world. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia gives detailed historical information and brings it to life with more than 750 photographs and paintings, plus extensive maps, charts, and state-specific information. Each double-page spread focuses on one aspect of the nation's history, be it the Civil War or civil rights, the Great Depression or the Moon landing. Complete texts of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution are included in the book for easy reference for classroom work or reports. Perfect as both an irreplaceable homework help and a fascinating read, American History: A Visual Encyclopedia showcases the incredible journey the United States of America has made to become a major 21st century power.

Follow astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins as they set off for the moon on one of history's most important missions. Learn about the people and spacecraft that came before Apollo 11 and have followed since, and discover what it takes to become an astronaut. Boost reading ability while learning about moon landings in this factual space book for children. Moon Landings is a new title in the exciting and engaging four-level DK Readers series. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects featuring DK's stunning photography, to support children as they learn to read. The series has been developed with the help of literacy experts. Packed with fun facts for kids, this innovative series of levelled guided reading books combines a highly visual approach with engaging nonfiction narratives. Reading levels progress from brief, simple text in the early readers, to slightly longer, more detailed nonfiction chapter books, to challenging nonfiction containing rich vocabulary and more complex sentence structures.

The Shakespeare Book brings the work of William Shakespeare to life with full-color photography, images, idea webs, timelines, and quotes that help you understand the context of Shakespeare's plays and poems. From Shakespeare's most-famous plays, such as Romeo and Juliet and Julius Caesar, to less-frequently performed works such as King John and Henry VIII, every play of the Shakespearean canon is collected in this comprehensive guide, along with his major poems and best-loved sonnets. In The Shakespeare Book each play includes an at-a-glance guide to story chronology, so you can easily get back on track if you get lost in Shakespeare's language. Character guides provide a handy reference for casual readers and an invaluable resource for playgoers, and students writing reports on Shakespeare. Packed with infographics and explanations of plots and including an introduction to Shakespeare's life and times, The Shakespeare Book is the ultimate guide to understanding the work of William Shakespeare.

Popular BBC TV chef presenter Chris Bavin is a resourceful home cook who uses his freezer efficiently, makes the most of leftovers and prides himself on producing healthy food fast for his young family. In this, his first solo cookbook, he shares over 100 simple recipes and his approach to no-fuss home cooking so you too can save time. Pick up advice on savvy shopping, how to use the freezer well, stock up the store-cupboard, and batch cook favourite family recipes. Be inspired by Chris's ideas for freezing flavours - try herb-and-oil ice cubes or frozen flavoured butters. And follow his nifty solutions to transform today's dinner into tomorrow's lunch, or use up half a forgotten courgette or fruit on the turn, so nothing is wasted. As an award-winning former grocer, Chris knows his ingredients- his flavour swap suggestions breathe new life into old favourites, and simple but imaginative ideas to "pimp up" meals spin easy weeknight dinners into weekend winners. Inspiring, yet down to earth, easy-to-navigate, and refreshingly practical, Good Food, Sortedis the kitchen companion for time-pressed cooks who want to put wholesome food on the table fast.

Are you curious about fossils, dinosaurs, and prehistoric life? Then dig into this stunning children's encyclopedia. This fully revised edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia- Dinosaur! is loaded with fascinating facts. Did you know that Velociraptor had three large "killer claws" on each foot to hunt down prey? Or that the long-necked Diplodocus was as long as three school buses? Can you imagine what a strange life it would be for Saltasaurus with no toes on their front feet? Would you believe that Carcharodon megalodon was an ocean monster with a fearsome bite at least six times stronger than today's great white shark? This dinosaur book for kids reveals more than 60 prehistoric creatures, from the age of the dinosaurs to the Ice Age. Including the Pterodactylus and ferocious Tyrannosaurus, the gigantic snake Titanoboa and mighty woolly mammoth, this book gets you up close and personal with these amazing animals. Packed with jaw-dropping 3D images, if you're mad about dinosaurs and palaeontology, Knowledge Encyclopedia- Dinosaur! is the perfect book for you.

This handy pocket-sized guide is packed with ideas for things to do in Prague, and includes a sturdy pull-out map to help you navigate with ease- everything you need for a perfect day out. From strolling through colourful Golden Lane to crossing the Charles Bridge at dawn - discover the essential sights of Prague with this great-value, concise travel guide and map. Inside Prague Pocket Map and Guide- - Compact format- about the size of a mobile phone - means you can slip it in your pocket on a day trip or short stay - Easy-to-use pull-out mapshows Prague in detail, and includes a Metro map - Colour-coded area guidemakes it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Illustrationsshow the inside of the Loreto, the National Theatre and St Vitus's Cathedral - Colour photographsof Prague's museums, architecture, shops, cathedrals and more - CoversOld Town, Jewish Quarter, Prague Castle and Hradcany, Little Quarter and more On a longer break? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Praguefor a more in-depth guide to the city. About DK Eyewitness Travel-DK's highly visual Eyewitness guides show you what others only tell you, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your holiday. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

This playful preschool activity book will unleash your child's curiosity and creativity as they play their way through amazing STEM projects. Perfect for kids ages 3-6, this early learning children's book will excite little ones by revealing the everyday ways they can be an engineer. Children are born with everything they need to be great engineers: inquisitive minds, unlimited imagination, and super senses. With Look I'm an Engineer, little readers are encouraged to use their senses to investigate how to make the strongest paper bridges, how to power a tugboat with an elastic band, which materials make the best parachutes, and much more. Every fun project features a mixture of bright photography and charming illustrations which support the easy-to-follow activity instructions. These brilliantly hands-on activities align with Early Years and KS1 subjects taught at school, including science, maths, and technology. Little ones have the opportunity to do what they do best: imagine, create, learn, problem solve, and above all, play their way to engineering discovery.

Explore an illustrated history of the world through over 140 timelines for kids. From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of cinema and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines. Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time and the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints, Timelines of Everything will take you on a whirlwind journey through an illustrated history of time, from the Big Bang to the modern world. More than 140 timelines give you all the general knowledge you need - and even some surprising trivia you don't! Must-know topics and alternative history are showcased with beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. Whether you want to know key breakthroughs that set the Industrial Revolution in motion or defining moments in the history of fashion, you'll find it all here. With timelines on a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids

Whatever your running goals, reach them and beat them with coaching advice from Olympic marathon gold medallist, Frank Shorter. Frank's common-sense approach to coaching gives you all the tools you need to train effectively and safely. Running for Peak Performance's eight training programmes cater to every ambition and experience level: first-timers aiming to get fit, charity fun-runners with an upcoming 5km race, and even experienced runners ready to tackle their first marathon. With a new programme to take you beyond your goals and nutritional research to help with what to eat before training, Running for Peak Performance incorporates the latest technology from foam rollers to smart watches. Discover essential stretches and resistance exercises for avoiding injury, and learn how to prepare for your next race. Anyone can put one foot in front of the other, but with Running for Peak Performance, you can really go the extra mile. Previous edition: 9781405303392

Learn all about over 200 of your favourite Star Wars vehicles, from the A-wing to the Y-wing. Want to know how the Millennium Falcon made the Kessel Run in such a short distance? Not sure what type of craft Slave I is? From the swamps of Kashyyyk to the deserts of Jakku, from inner-city Coruscant to the vastness of hyperspace, Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles will show you the right craft for the job. Covering vehicles from across every Star Wars movie, as well as The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels.

Learn how to handle stress in every area of life, from the workplace to relationships, and emerge happier, healthier, and more productive. Drawing on cutting-edge psychology, Stress- The Psychology of Managing Pressuregives you the techniques you need to understand and deal with stress head-on, all explained through infographics, questionnaires and constructive advice. Identify the causes of stress in your life and reframe unhelpful patterns of thought into powerful psychological solutions that you can apply every day. Develop a work life balance, learn how to deal with an anxiety attack, discover relaxation techniques, and put stress in perspective with insightful chapters and expert advice.

The perfect book for anyone who wants to learn Spanish fast. Comes with a free downloadable audio app for Apple and Android phones, enabling learners to hear words and phrases spoken by native Spanish speakers.

Help your child learn all about science with First Science Encyclopedia . Filled with fun science facts about many different subjects, from the human body and animals to facts about space and matter. From the blood and breathing to rocks and minerals , kids will love getting to grips with this exciting encyclopedia. Perfect for homework or just for fun, First S cience Encyclopedia is the ideal starting place for young scientists aged 5 and up.

Discusses such elements of weather as clouds, wet air, frost, ice, wind, and air pressure. Includes some projects.

This phrase book is the ultimate guide to get you talking in the local language on your next trip to Italy. A favourite language aid of millions of travellers, this phrase book by DK contains all the key words and phrases that you will need. Each chapter in Eyewitness Italian Phrase Book covers a different theme to provide essential language skills in every kind of situation. The sentences are divided into short phrases to help readers understand the language better and build a variety of sentences as needed. The vocabulary listed is illustrated to aid learners in remembering new words. The "You may hear" box lists some common questions you are likely to hear in different situations in Italy. You can also look up common words in the 2,000-word two-way dictionary at the end of the book, or use the menu guide containing more than 500 food terms to order your meal in perfect Italian. Along with a pronunciation guide, DK's Eyewitness Italian Phrase Book also gives you access to an audio app that has more than 1,300 essential Italian words and phrases, spoken by native speakers.

A children's step-by-step guide to drawing that is practical, inspirational, educational, and fun. Beginning with simple skill instruction and building to more challenging projects, it is packed with practical activities and techniques, including how to draw lines, shade, sketch, and trace. A cutout jacket even lets kids draw their own cover so the book really is their own unique piece of art. Once they've learned the basics, kids can follow the step-by-step instructions to draw their surroundings, people, animals, and more. With 16 pages of blank drawing space included, kids can try different approaches, such as illustrating stories and creating comic-book characters, and be inspired to explore and experiment with different styles. Supporting STEAM education initiatives, How to Draw encourages kids to pick up a pencil, crayon, or pen, use their imagination, and learn how to draw the things they love.

How did the universe begin? What is truth? How can we live good lives? Throughout history, humankind has asked these and other big questions about the nature of life and existence - and big thinkers have offered solutions that continue to shape our world. Written in plain English, The Philosophy Book is packed with short, pithy explanations that cut through the jargon, step-by-step diagrams that untangle knotty theories, classic quotes that make philosophy memorable, and witty illustrations that play with our ideas about ideas. Whether you're a complete beginner, an avid student, or an armchair expert, you'll find plenty of food for thought in this book.--COVER

Průvodce pro rodiče, kteří chtějí vychovat kreativní, sebejisté a samostatné děti Kniha o montessori výchově je určena pro rodiče a věnuje se jedinečnému období růstu a intelektuálního vývoje dětí od narození do šesti let. Najdete v ní množství praktických aktivit, šitých na míru jednotlivým obdobím vývoje. Publikace je obohacena o nejnovější poznatky z neurovědy, které potvrzují, že montessori metodika podporuje v dětech samostatnost, soustředění a zájem o okolní svět. Prezentované aktivity jsou přizpůsobeny životu současné rodiny, včetně doporučení týkajících se dětí a digitálních zařízení. Autorem knihy je Tim Seldin, prezident Nadace Montessori a předseda Mezinárodní rady pro montessori školy a učitele.

Sophie's Big Beep Beep Book! is a wonderful 'things that go' board book, ideal for parents who use the range of Sophie teething toys with their preschoolers.Full of flaps and light-activated sounds, this fun-filled story follows Sophie la girafe and her friends as they excitedly try out their noisy wheelie toys, and Sophie's plan for a walk is quickly diverted! Your child will love interacting with the story, pages, noises, and flaps, practising motor skills and encouraging early learning.This noisy vehicle book, with its engaging hands-on and imaginative play, is perfect for your curious toddler.

Features Kai ZX, the Ninja of Fire; learn about their weapons, the vehicles, the dragons and the exotic locations from the NINJAGO universe.

DK's unique activity collection takes kids around the human body with the ultimate blend of facts and fun. Perfect for keeping little hands busy during rainy days or holidays, Ultimate Factivity Collection Human Body is packed with amazing facts and fun activities based on the human body. Find out exactly how the body works, what you're made of and how the human body fits together. From colouring and drawing to puzzles and stickers, Ultimate Factivity Collection Human Body is a great way to learn while having fun - all you need is a pencil.

"From the wings of the almighty albatross to the deadly facts of the great white shark, Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! transports you into the jaw-dropping, heart-thumping, pulse-racing world of the animal kingdom. Exploring everything from habitats and ecosystems to senses and respiration, Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! is easy to follow and full of fun facts for kids. Bursting with amazing 3D images, the animals are brought to life, from the tiniest of crustaceans to the mightiest of mammals, in a brand new, allencompassing animal expedition. Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! allows you to take a closer look at the everevolving world of your favourite animals and is perfect for children aged 9 and up. Get ready to bring the animal kingdom to rip-roaring life!"

"Souping is packed with over 100 delicious and incredibly healthy hot and cold soup recipes that can be eaten on the go, along with unique cleansing programs for losing weight, detoxifying the body, improving hair and skin, boosting immunity, increasing energy and improving overall health. Follow step-by-step instructions for making and storing each soup, plus each recipe includes full nutritional information and an explanation of the key health benefits. Souping is a new way to cleanse and detoxify your body. Compared to juicing and juice cleansing, which are both high in sugar and less satisfying than soup, souping combines the healthy benefits of whole foods and a wide array of soups, both hot and cold. Souping is a more satisfying and healthier way to cleanse and detoxify the body, lose weight, boost energy and much more. Detox your diet and revitalize your health with delicious and satisfying soups. "

Encyklopedický průvodce nové generace vám umožní maximálně využít pobyt - oceníte ho před cestou, během návštěvy i po návratu domů. Tabulky "Nenechte si ujít" vás upozorní na nejvýznamnější památky a zajímavosti V "Nezbytných údajích" doplněných obrázky se dozvíte, jak používat místní měnu, hromadnou dopravu a telefony Přehledné trojrozměrné mapky z ptačí perspektivy vám přiblíží čtvrti, ulice a budovy Jedinečné průřezy a plány podlaží vám umožní nahlédnout do veřejných budov a památek - nepotřebujete žádné další průvodce Vyčerpávající informace o zábavě: divadla, hudba, filmy, kluby a aktivity pro děti Hotely, restaurace, kavárny a hospody ve všech cenových kategoriích ILUSTROVANÝ PRŮVODCE SE KTERÝM NEZABLOUDÍTE!

From the publishers of the award-winning Knowledge Encyclopedia comes Space! Truly encyclopedic in scope and fully up-to-date covering the stars and planets, space exploration, and the night sky, Space! is packed with amazing facts and NASA images revealing the wonders of the cosmos - from black holes to the big bang to the planets. Using computer-generated 3D models to explore and open up the most amazing objects in the universe, showing each object in incredible detail, Space! is bursting with facts, infographics, and data boxes. Every topic is covered in depth and detail while remaining easy to understand at a glance. With fresh content, up-to-date images, and crystal-clear, hi-tech design, Space! is a bold new approach to family reference.

This is a comprehensive kid's encyclopedia packed with photos of all modes of transportation, from classic cars and motorbikes to sailboats and spaceships Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes displays exciting vehicles that float, fly or speed across the land, including the record breakers - the fastest, largest, longest and costliest modes of transportation ever to zoom, sail or soar. Explore over 1,000 different vehicles and discover fun facts and figures. This kid's encyclopedia is the fastest route to learning about the entire history of all modern modes of transportation, from the first wheel to the latest hybrids. Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes is the perfect gift for young transport enthusiasts, who are revved up and ready to read.

Helps your toddler learn their all important first words. This book comes with 16-pages of colourful, bright photographs alongside clear word-labels that can help your little one begin to recognise common everyday words. Each page introduces a new area including the kitchen, bedroom, the park and more.

The complete Star Wars™ saga retold in LEGO bricks This fun LEGO Star Wars book retells the six Star Wars films in 100 iconic scenes using LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures. Relive the amazing Star Wars adventure in miniature form with this humorous retelling of the LEGO Star Wars complete saga. Read fascinating LEGO Star Wars facts and behind-the-scenes information about the Star Wars films and rediscover your favourite LEGO Star Wars minifigures, such as the LEGO Darth Vader and LEGO Luke Skywalker, and LEGO Star Wars sets as part of the epic Star Wars story.

Building on the successful Eyewitness Travel Guides series, this new series offers a quick and easy approach to travel that uses expert insights to list the top luxury hotels, economical places to stay or eat, best travel deals, favorite family activities and destinations, popular nightspots, the best things to see and do, local activities, and other insider tips, as well as a handy pull-out map.

From corsets and camis to tailoring and textiles, The Fashion Book is a sassy style guide for teenage girls who want to discover the stories behind their favorite looks, find their own style, and learn what makes the fashion world tick. Packed with gorgeous images, this illustrated book for young adults takes a unique look at fashion. It reveals how modern-day looks, from catwalk to high-street fashions, draw on the styles of the past from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance and from the rebel attire of the 50's to the sport-inspired looks of the 80's. Through witty graphics and bright lively text, teens can go behind the scenes of the exclusive fashion world. Style icons, designers, and top models all give practical tips to create stunning outfits, explain key fashion terms, discuss careers in fashion, and reveal secrets of the industry. Trivia, a glossary, inspirational quotes, and more make The Fashion Book a must-have accessory for teens.

In a land far, far away all of your favourite parts of the Star Wars films and the very best of the popular Angry Birds game come together. Blast off through the galaxy to join the brave birds and wicked pigs of Angry Birds Star Wars From C-3PYOLK and Princess Stella to Jabba the Hog and Lard Vader, discover everything you wanted to know about your favourite characters.

New edition of the definitive guide to growing and using herbs, from the experts at the RHS An illustrated A-Z of herbs packed with horticultural information and practical tips, perfect for gardeners, herbalists and cooks. Discover all there is to know about the beneficial properties of over 1,000 herbs from across the globe, and learn about their uses in cookery, cosmetics and herbalism. A quick identification guide covers the familiar as well as rarely-seen species, so you'll always find what you're looking for. Plus, a special warning symbol alerts you to potentially toxic or harmful herbs. Garden designs and planting schemes provide ideas for traditional herb gardens or smaller plots.

Hands-on fun awaits you and your toddler as you learn about trucks and diggers with 'My First Trucks and Diggers.' Packed with colourful pictures and activities, your toddler will love discovering familiar vehicles with this tactile board book.

Go behind the scenes and relive 100 iconic moments from Star Wars(tm), episode I-VIJoin Luke Skywalker as he battles with the dark side, watch as Anakin Skywalker becomes Darth Vader and fly through space with the Star Wars(tm)ships. Relive the most dramatic and iconic moments of theStar Wars(tm)movies in this exciting new book Star Wars(tm) in 100 Scenes.Rediscover your favourite Star Wars(tm)scenes and characters with this comprehensive guide which spans all six Star Wars(tm)movies. Star Wars(tm)in 100 Scenesreveals all the amazing droids, vehicles and weapons which were part of the Star Wars(tm)universe. Packed full of vivid images and galleries of poignant Star Wars(tm)scenes you'll be transported into the world of Star Wars(tm). Taken from all six movies you'll explore 100 of the most famous and significant scenes plus behind-the-scenes facts from Star Wars(tm) episode I-VI.

A one-stop guide for any aspiring runner, from the first step to the first marathon. It offers what you need to know, from choosing the right footwear to eating right and warming up.

Fifty years of Doctor Who is covered in this volume which deals with many aspects of this much loved televsion character and series.

From making button bracelets, baking gingerbread, sewing a phone sock for your mobile or designing your own fashion collection, this title covers it all. It is suitable for girls who like to decorate, create, make and bake.

You’ve found a real gem with this completely comprehensive guide to Earth’s most precious stones. From amethyst, baryte, and cerussite to uvarovite, vesuvianite, and zircon, hundreds of gems are displayed in dazzling detail in this perfect package for rock fans and treasure seekers. Part of DK’s best-selling Nature Guide series, Nature Guide Gems is packed with stunning photography that reveals the intricate details and unique features of more than 400 treasured jewels and precious metals, alongside fact-packed profiles. On this eye-popping tour, you’ll discover where gems are found and how crystals are classified. You’ll travel the world to discover the history and folklore of ancient rocks and stones. The catalogue reference style ensures newcomers can navigate with ease, while experienced enthusiasts will enjoy the subject-specific structure. Compact and clear, this beautiful book brings the natural world to life so you leave no stone unturned. Grab this guide and get started!

Where are the world's tallest buildings? Where are earthquakes most likely to occur? Where can you find animals that glow? Showcasing the most fascinating places on the planet, Where on Earth? is a collection of more than 75 3-D maps that show not only where everything is, but also why it's there.Divided into six chapters: Geography, Nature, People, History, Arts & Entertainment, and Science & Technology, Where on Earth? brings an instant understanding to a wealth of subjects, stimulating interest in the world around us and drawing young readers into the topic. From physical geography, habitats of big cats, the Seven Wonders of the World, Olympic cities, shipwreck sites, and more, every map contains fact panels that provide additional information and useful statistics, while focus features pull out and explain the most interesting facets for an even richer experience.Supports the Common Core State Standards.

The Master Chief returns to fight the Covenant and his new foes, the Prometheans, in his next epic quest. Created in collaboration with developers 343 Industries, "Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide" celebrates the release of "Halo 4," one of the biggest video game releases in recent history. Featuring detailed, annotated artwork, "Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide" fleshes out the Halo universe with a vast collection of facts from the first installment of Halo's epic new "Reclaimer Saga." Fans of the series will love immersing themselves in the perilous world of "Halo 4" with detailed sections about the characters, factions, weapons, vehicles, equipment, armor, ships, and locations. "Halo 4: The Essential Visual Guide" engrosses readers in the rich lore with in-depth profiles focusing on the roles and significance of the many things which inhabit the vast, mysterious, and dangerous Halo Universe.

A stunning visual guide to the world's best designs, 'Great Designs' provides a fascinating overview of the dynamic history of design from the 1860s onwards, tracing the development of modern designs, from sketches and prototypes to the final product.

Paperback. Pub Date :2012-07-02 Pages: 416 Language: English Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Travel Guid DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florida helps you get the most from your visit to this unique US destination. Youll find in-depth detail on all the important sights with maps. photos and illustrations. Theres 3D maps and cutaways for all the major sights plus advice on surfing. national parks. beaches. art deco. shopping. art and museums. Information on tours. cruises. fishing and tips on getting around make exploring the place effortless.The guide comes packed with photographs. illustrations and maps plus reviews and listings for hotels. restaurants and bars for all budgets. Visiting Florida becomes a lot easier with maps of all major sights. plus walks. scenic routes and thematic tours and sights. markets and festivals listed town by town.DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florida - s...

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Phuketleads you straight to the best attractions this region has to offer whether it's the tropical climate, the islands, bays, beaches, caves, water sports, shopping, nightlife, clubs, bars, sea food, lush tropical gardens, spectacular views or the unique mesmerizing environment, DK Eyewitness Top 10 Phuketwill give you an unforgettable experience. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Phuketis packed with beautiful illustrations, providing the insider knowledge every visitor needs. Explore every corner effortlessly using the free pull-out map, plus many smaller maps included within the guide. Your guide to the Top 10 best of everything, in Phuket.

The series that packs a world of knowledge into your pocket.Get fast facts at your fingertips with this DK Pocket Eyewitness Animals, packed with bite-sized chunks of information that will encourage and inform even the most reluctant readers. Explore the animal kingdom's family tree and you'll discover the unique features that make a mammal a mammal, or a fish a fish. With 160 pages of amazing encyclopedic stats and genius gem facts to provide extra wow. There's a catalogue of species from scores of different animals to help you discover the variety of life on Earth.

DK's Family Guide Paris, from the groundbreaking family travel series, is written by parents and guarantees the entire family will enjoy their trip. With child-friendly sleeping and eating options, detailed maps of main sightseeing areas, travel info, budget guidance, age range suitability and activities for each sight, the Family Guide Paris is the ultimate guide to stress-free family travel. In the Family Guide Paris- - 'Hubs', built around major sights from the Louvre to EuroDisneyland, map the perfect day out, with suggestions for what to see, when to go and how to get there - Dedicated 'Kids Corners' feature cartoons, quizzes, puzzles, games and riddles to inform, bamboozle and entertain young travellers - 'Let off steam' suggestions and eating options around all 'hubs' enable the entire family to recharge their batteries - Maps outlining the nearest parks, playgrounds and public toilets - Language section lists essential words and phrases - 'Take shelter' suggests indoor activities for rainy days - Plus, DK's illustrations and reconstructions of the city, to give real cultural insight

"The most spectacular places in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. The best times to visit and the most interesting and fun things to see and do. History and heritage; wildlife and landscape; family getaways; outdoor activities; festivals and events; cities, towns and villages"-- Back cover.

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'Yoga for a New You' offers you yoga for every mood with four themed sections; relaxed, energetic, young and confident. Each section includes 25 detailed yoga postures with full colour photographs and step-by-step pointers as well as seven yoga sequence programmes to bring health and balance to your life.

An essential workbook that will appeal to all students of anatomy, "The Human Body Coloring Book" takes an interactive approach to human anatomy that will help users learn, understand, and revisit the subject with ease. Drawing on an unparalleled library of state-of-the-art specialist anatomical illustrations, "The Human Body Coloring Book" is structured system by system for ease of use, with comprehensive coverage of the human body from cell to system. "The Human Body Coloring Book" is a unique study aid that provides students with an innovative approach to learning, while the opportunity to self-test maximizes the ability to recall knowledge.

A pocket-sized instruction manual, that covers the fundamentals of football with step-by-step illustrations and clear tips. It offers information you need to know to get started, along with tricks and tips to improve skills and techniques, from ball control and kicking skills, to mastering the concept of the offside-rule.

Witness the Masterminds, the Henchmen, and the Killing Machines. Bond Villains focuses upon the gallery of rogues Bond has bested in his 23-film career. Includes spectacular movie images capturing classic Bond moments and enhanced with memorable script quotations and fascinating props. 007 [Gun Logo] and related James Bond Trademarks (c) 1962-2010 Danjaq, LLC and United Artists Corporation. All rights reserved. 007 [Gun Logo] and related James Bond Trademarks are trademarks of Danjaq, LLC, licensed by EON Productions Limited.

Take a tantalising food journey with the Soil Association and find out how to create your own delicious preserves with less sugar and no nasty additives From luscious jams and jellies to savoury confits and salamis, discover how to preserve your wonderful fresh produce and create a wealth of fabulous preserves using the very best natural ingredients. From plot to plate, 45 essential techniques are covered, from salting and curing to preserving in oil, and easy-to-follow step-by-steps show you exactly what to do. With information on recommended equipment and over 200 delicious recipes based on traditional techniques, learn to preserve your gluts in produce and stock up your store cupboard for the whole year.

Meet the Bond girls; the good, the bad and the dangerous. Celebrating the timeless excitement of the James Bond films, this luxurious, contemporary book features a glittering procession of the unforgettable women Bond has encountered during his thrill-packed assignments, from the heart-stoppingly beautiful Honey Rider of Dr. No, to the tragic Vesper Lynd of Casino Royale and the vengeful Camille of Quantum of Solace. Full of spectacular movie images and enhanced with memorable script quotations, Bond Girls covers a major aspect of the Bond legend and is a perfect gift for any Bond fan.

From lightning bolts to robotics, bring science to life with incredible experiments From the principles that explain the world to the theories behind today’s fast changing technology, help your child discover science in action. Test the theories together with more than 60 hands-on projects and explore amazing images which take you to the cutting-edge of scientific developments. Packed with facts about famous scientists, new technology and more.

Features the photographs of the attractions in Barcelona. This title explores the major sights in the city ranging from the buzzing port area to the magnificent Sagrada Familia and must-see Gaudi highlights to the most tempting tapas.

'Sex 365' contains a position for every day of the year for anyone wanting to spice up their sex lives. Use it every day, or just dip in and out when the mood takes you.

A better value than all the competition, these pocket travel guides offer travelers the insight of local experts to easily plan the perfect trip. Take the work out of planning any trip with DK's Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guides. Branded with DK's trusted and familiar "Eyewitness" style, these compact guides make finding the best every destination has to offer easier than ever before! Perfect for business travel and vacation, searching for the finest cuisine or the least expensive places to eat, the most luxurious hotels or the best deals on places to stay, the best family destination or the hottest nightspot, Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guides provide current, useful information based on the insight of local experts to find the best of everything that each destination has to offer.

Teach your baby all about farms with touch and feel textures Stroke, tickle and touch the textures together with your baby and help them discover all about farms. Oink oink! Quack quack! Let their little hands roam and feel how feathery the ducklings are and how soft the piglets feel. They'll learn as you play.Twinkly, bumpy, scaly, silky, sandy, sticky and shiny textures in a chunky package: perfect for encouraging tiny fingers to explore and tiny minds to develop.

Look and learn to recall a wealth of everyday vocabulary in Chinese with this intuitive easy-to-use visual language dictionary Whether it's for business or pleasure, pick up 6,000 key Chinese words and phrases on a range of subjects: from shopping and eating out, to sport and beyond quickly and easily. Find every word you need to know fast using the clearly labelled colour illustrated scenes from everyday life. Plus, find helpful features on key Chinese nouns, verbs and phrases to improve your understanding. Pocket-sized so you can take it wherever your travels take you.

Dividido em 14 regiões e cidades, o 'Guia Visual Alemanha' pretende cobrir a diversidade da Alemanha, desde a Baviera e sua capital, Munique, até Frankfurt, passando pela capital do país, Berlim. Este guia ilustrado busca apresentar mapas e mais de 1.700 fotografias que possam facilitar a viagem e orientar o turista.

Fun activities and FREE paper and pattern for budding artists Make your art look the part. With these fun and easy-to-follow activities, you can paint and create all kinds of fantastic projects, from marble magic to cool t-shirts. Create your own borders, patterns and printed pictures, get amazing effects with crayons, design a dragon kite and use the FREE paper and pattern to make a brilliant bag. Plus, spiral binding means it's easy to keep your page. Get creative and make something fabulous for family and friends.

Your holiday starts the moment you open the guide ...The best guide available. Packed to the brim with colour photos, maps and essential information. - Reader review. Experience the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and the thrills of theme parks, discover laid back surf beaches and the stunning natural beauty of Yosemite National Park. Photos, illustrations, unique 3D models and birds-eye-view maps of all the major sites ensure you don't miss a thing. Clue up on the basics, from the most comfortable places to stay (whatever your budget) to the best bars and restaurants. Discover where the locals go, enjoy relaxing entertainment, amazing sites and retail therapy, exciting sports, scenic walks or drives and thematic tours. All you need for an unforgettable trip. This book is a winner of the Guardian & Observer 'Best Guide Books' and Wanderlust Magazine Silver Award for 'Top Guidebook'.

Explore the prehistoric world with this first reference for young dinosaur lovers - now in paperback Help your child meet their favourite dinosaurs face-to-face. They'll discover where they came from, how they lived and what happened to them as well as interesting facts including which dinosaurs used their tail like a club and who had a brain the size of a ping-pong ball. Packed with bite-sized facts, curiosity quizzes and special 'turn-and-learn' features kids love getting their teeth into, there's lots to see and explore. Perfect for homework or just for fun. Go ahead; let your child take a stomp into the prehistoric world!

Learn from Tom Ang how to capture fleeting memories forever - including beautiful scenes, celebrations and your baby's smile - in exquisite digital photographs. Award-winning professional photographer Tom Ang shows how to choose the best camera and learn how to adjust its settings to control exposure, zoom and brightness. He explains how to light and frame your subject and cope with issues such as poor light conditions or a moving subject. Checklists for each shot tell you what camera mode and lens setting to use, with insider know-how, such as using the flash in bright light to reduce shadows. Photography can lead you to unexpected beauty in places such as a city street, a fruitmonger's stall, or reflections in water. Tom Ang guides your eye, showing you how to take stunning images. He describes how to take characterful portraits, dramatic silhouettes, and intriguing close-ups. Plus he gives valuable tips on taking for selling items online or documenting a project. Illustrated throughout with Tom Ang's own inspirational images, How to Photograph Absolutely Everything is your one-stop guide to enjoying photography and creating unforgettable images.

Increíble viaje visual desde el núcleo fundido de la Tierra, a través de una cámara de magma, hasta los ardientes ríos de lava. Observaremos una violenta erupción mientras las fantásticas imágenes digitales nos muestran un volcán como nunca antes lo habíamos visto. Libros de referencia para adquirir conocimientos de forma amena y con imágenes digitales sorprendentes. Acercarnos con datos precisos a una historia asombrosa, de extraordinarios hallazgos, acontecimientos increíbles, datos impactantes y escenas de acción trepidante.

Libro usado en buenas condiciones, por su antiguedad podria contener señales normales de uso

Now with brand-new packaging and plastic snap-shut cases! Sprechen Sie Deutsch? In just 15 minutes a day you can learn German with confidence, with this revolutionary new system for learning a language. The unique visual approach makes learning quick, easy and fun. No writing or homework — just use the cover to hide the answers and test yourself as you learn. Real-life examples cover every holiday and business situation. Whether starting from scratch or just in need of a refresher, there is no easier way to learn German — fast. Each pack contains two hour-long CDs, so readers can learn pronunciation by hearing native speakers. They also include a full color course book with themed chapters and real-life examples, a menu guide, and translation dictionaries.

Become worldly-wise with this invaluable single-volume guide to each of the 193 nations of the world. Each country is analysed under eight categories: world, ranking, politics, economics, resources, people, society, and tourism, allowing you to link places with facts. Includes key issues, such as politics and economics that mark important milestones in a country's recent history. Easy-to-use 'fact-panel' layout presents useful, immediately comparable information. The definitive student atlas to leave you top of the world and top of the class!

Eye witness guide to Morocco.

In this next great addition to the DK Readers series, DC Comics' Aquaman introduces a variety of non-fiction topics relating to the world's oceans, such as: How seas were formed and where they are in the world, waves and currents, the diversity of sea life, fishing, undersea exploration, and pollution.

Washington is unlike any other American city. It was planned in the 18th century on a scale which has lent itself perfectly to 21st-century life, with vast boulevards and plenty of green spaces. This is the perfect guide to its many sights and attractions, from the Capitol and White House to the fantastic Smithsonian museums along the Mall. And DK's unique 3D aerial views show the best areas to enjoy on foot.

Eyewitness Travel Guides are the original illustrated travel reference and throughout 2003, the entire list of more than 70 destinations is being fully updated to show you more of what other guides only tell you. With a stunning, brand-new look, Eyewitness Travel Guides are essential reading for vacation, business, or armchair travel. Consistently chosen over the competition in national consumer market research, Eyewitness Travel Guides include up-to-date information on local customs, currency, medical services, transportation, and much more.