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Objevte překvapující poznatky a dechberoucí informace o svých oblíbených zvířatech. Více než 100 zvířat seřazených od největších po nejmenší – od slona po sovu a od velryby po vážku. Dozvíte se fantastické podrobnosti o zvířatech z volné přírody a prohlédnete si je v nádherných fotografiích a ilustracích. Zjistíte věci, které by vás v životě nenapadly. Tato nádherná encyklopedie se úplně hemží životem.

Objevte úžasný svět přírody a poznejte fascinující horniny a minerály, život pod mikroskopem, rostliny a živočichy – od opálů po orchideje, od tapíra po muchomůrku. Tato skvělá encyklopedie obsahuje více než stovku příkladů z úchvatného života přírody. Na každé stránce najdete nádherné fotografie a krásné ilustrace, stejně jako překvapivé informace a příběhy, které nezapomenete.

The world is filled with curious objects made by plants, animals, and even by the Earth itself. Dive into this collection of more than 100 intriguing items from the natural world and discover the stories behind them. Learn how huge whales eat tiny animals from looking at their bristly teeth, why butterflies shine and glitter in the sunlight from seeing their minute wing scales, how plants transport water and food around from examining a delicate leaf skeleton, and what makes every snowflake unique from admiring their miniature, branching crystals of ice. Birds' eggs, a lump of coal, a glass sponge skeleton, a cacao pod, a mermaid's purse, a fossil human footprint, an ear of corn, a pine cone, an owl pellet, and a chrysalis--all tell a story. Arranged by animal, vegetable, or mineral, objects are shown with truly stunning photography and colorful illustrations to help explain the science behind them. The lively descriptions by best-selling nature writer Ben Hoare explore the remarkable tales behind each item and all are packed with information.Snowflakes, Skeletons, and Scales takes you on a tour of the Earth through the things made by nature. This book is for every inquisitive child who loves to spot objects when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world.

Explore the beauty and diversity of the world's most exquisite birds with insights from best-selling author Ben Hoare. This book takes readers on a captivating journey through the skies, showcasing stunning avian species and their unique characteristics. Perfect for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, it combines vivid descriptions with engaging storytelling to celebrate the wonders of ornithology.

This compendium of amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, and animals will wow children and many adults, too. With 100 remarkable items from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding both organisms and gemstones, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out how the prowling jaguar uses spots to avoid being spotted, why a sticky sundew means big trouble for insects, and what on Earth a radiolarian is. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favorites along the way. With reference pages packed with information you'll go away knowing something you didn't before, and you'll return time and again

This third installment of the DK Treasure's series explores the weird and wonderful side of the natural world. Discover the stories of more than 100 striking, rare, and unusual species and objects, all told by author Ben Hoare. Why do Mexican jumping beans jump? How do sea cucumbers defend themselves? What causes the northern lights? This book is filled with facts about the most surprising and curious plants, animals, rocks, and phenomena in nature. Many animals and plants seem bizarre, but they are uniquely adapted to their way of life, and once you uncover the reasons for their looks, they make perfect sense. In Weird and Wonderful Nature, Ben Hoare's friendly, informative explanations are paired with stunning photographs and charming illustrations to make sure every page captivates the imagination, while a glossary and index help to navigate the chapters. Third in the series after Nature's Treasures and The Secret World of Plants, Weird and Wonderful Nature is a substantial gift book that will be treasured for years to come.

Plants are found almost everywhere on Earth, but to many people their lives are a mystery. Learn how seagrass flowers underwater, how the Venus flytrap counts to make sure it catches its prey, and why some tulips used to cost more than a house! This fascinating book for kids explores the vast plant kingdom and explains how plants work, as well as the weird and wonderful relationships they have with animals

A call to action for all young activists, giving them the information, inspiration, and practical advice they need to get their voices heard.