«Discover how things are made and work with this first reference for young readers, now in paperback. Help your child take an incredible look at the way things are made and how they work with this fantastic fact-packed «How Things Work Encyclopedia», which shows and explains everything. They'll discover how the human body stays alive, what keeps a plane in the sky, why fireworks go 'bang', the amazing process that makes a plant grow, and much, much more. Full of bite-sized facts, curiosity quizzes and special weird-or-what features kids will love getting their teeth into, there 's a lot to see and explore. This title is perfect for homework or just for fun. Let your child find out more about how things work in our incredible world.»

«The world's greatest story retold Enjoy and understand the Bible as never before with «The Illustrated Bible». All the greatest stories are brought to life from the Creation to the «Book of Revelation» through amazing photographs, works of art, historical artefacts, and specially commissioned maps. It features on key figures from Adam and Abraham to Peter and Paul, and important sites such as Jericho, Jerusalem, and Mount Sinai explain their significance, while context features give the cultural backdrop of daily life in biblical times. «The Illustrated Bible» is an indispensable retelling of the stories that have absorbed readers for centuries. Written by experts from all denominations, it appeals to everyone and is a perfect reference for the whole family.»

Say so long to nappies and hello to the big girl potty in no time Wave bye-bye to nappies with the help of Girls' Noisy Potty Book. Potty train your little girl with simple, stress-free tips for parents and fun, interactive elements for children. Work your way through five potty training questions with multiple answers on each page. What do you and Daisy Dolly need to do first? Lift the flap for the right answer and you'll hear an affirming sound like clapping, cheering, or a fanfare. Funny, rhyming text and simple instructions show your child just how easy being a big girl is. Plus, their new friend, Daisy Dolly, follows along and encourages your child on this potty-training adventure. The perfect mix of potty-training tips for parents and engaging noises and flaps for kids, with Girls' Noisy Potty Book, you're one stop away from potty training success.

This is a stunning visual guide to the world's best designs. Great Designs is 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. Which technological advancements have pioneered ground-breaking design? How did political struggle in 1930's Germany inspire modern graphic design? Over 100 of the best modern design ideas are explored and explained, from Bauhaus posters and bubble chairs to the Citroen DS and the iPad. Each iconic design is analysed visually with close up details, and the story behind each piece of work is also revealed. Profiles of influential designers like Ferdinand Porsche and Earl Tupper, workshops and design movements as well as highlights of the characteristic elements of key design styles make this a fantastic visual reference guide. Examining product and industrial design as well as furniture, graphics, and textiles, Great Designs is a magnificent gallery of iconic designs.

«Great Maps takes a close look at the history of maps, from ancient maps such as medieval mappae mundi to Google Earth. Why do we put north at the top of maps? Which maps show us the way to Heaven, and which show the «land of no sunshine» or the land of «people with no bowels»? In Great Maps, author and historian Jerry Brotton tells the hidden story behind more than 60 of the most significant maps from around the world, picking out key features, stories, and techniques in rich visual detail to reveal the inner meaning buried within the landscape. Maps are not just geographical data: they reflect a particular ideological, historical, or cultural context. Providing a unique insight into how mapmakers have used maps to shape and depict their world view, this beautifully illustrated book traces the development of human development and culture through its maps. From the earliest rock carvings to the latest geospatial technology, from ancient medieval mappae mundi to the first road atlas, Great Maps explores in stunning photographic detail how maps have influenced and reflected our world throughout history.»

«More than 500 of the world's finest whiskies distilled into one user-friendly pocket guide. «Great Whiskies» is the ideal drinking companion for any whisky lover: it is generous, knowledgeable, and willing to go anywhere! Reflecting the diversity of the whisky world, this brings you over 500 varieties from over 22 nations — from classic whisky-making regions such as Scotland, to lesser-known distilleries in China and Japan. Expert tasting notes and full-colour photographs reveal the secrets that give each whisky its character and cherry-picks the best to try. Swot up on key facts and histories of need-to-know distilleries, plus get tips and advice on your own whisky trails of key whisky regions. This is a guide that covers every style: single malt, blended, grain, bourbon, rye, and more. And in a handy, pocket-sized format, this makes a perfect whisky-lover's gift.»

This is the ultimate record of guns through the ages. From rifles to sniper guns, machine guns to grenade launchers, a fully loaded guide to over 300 of the most important guns from the last 700 years. Discover revealing features on twenty 'key' guns from history, including the Musket, Gatling Gun and AK-47 assault rifle. Step inside famous gun maker factories, from Colt and Smith & Wesson to Beretta and discover how guns were — and still are — developed and produced. Meet famous gunslingers and legendary sharpshooters from Dick Turpin and Billy the Kid to James Bond, hear their stories and learn about the guns that made them famous. It's the ultimate visual history of guns.

You can help your baby learn all about things that go in a fun and interactive way with feel and find. From bumpy, lumpy and silky to soft, sticky and shiny, Feel and Find Things That Go is the most fun and enjoyable way for your baby to discover all about things that go! Each page has a new word and texture to capture your baby's imagination and help them learn all about things that go by feeling the shiny tractor and dusty digger. Fun and interactive with big, simple images the Feel and Find series is perfect for helping children develop early language skills.

«Learn about London the fun way with DK's «Find It: London». Perfect for keeping younger travellers entertained, «Find It: London» includes over 100 stickers and some top London places to spot. For every site you'll learn: what it is; its start feature; and a fun fact. Think you know about Big Ben? Or Nelson's Column? See what you can see and what you can learn! There are all sorts of themes from parks and statues, to animals from London zoo. «Find It: London» is the ultimate kids' guide to the British capital and the secret to a successful family holiday.»

This is the definitive visual guide to the history of firearms and guns. The Illustrated History of Firearms charts the evolution and history of the gun, from the pistol, flintlock musket and rifle to the shotgun, machine gun and revolver. This book features over 300 firearms and guns spanning centuries of development, with the world's most iconic gun brands such as Colt, Smith and Wesson, Maxim and the Kalashnikov AK-47 covered with amazing photographic features. You can appreciate the incredible engineering behind guns through stunning visuals with close-up details of key weapons, from the intricate inlaid shotgun to the modern army sniper rifle, tracing the history of the gun from army flintlocks to modern day military guns. If you are interested in military history and the history of weapons, The Illustrated History of Firearms is ideal for you.

Discover everything you ever wanted to know about anything with this first reference for young readers and writers An inspiring and comprehensive collection of the best in the DK First Reference series, all gathered together in one superb volume. From prehistoric life to space travel, bacteria to the human brain help your child discover all about the world we live in. They'll discover how life on Earth began, how the human body works, how people lived in Ancient Egypt, why some dinosaurs were so huge, what makes machines work, the countries of the world and much, much more. Full of fantastic photos, bite-sized facts and quiz questions kids will love getting their teeth into, there's lots to see and explore. Perfect for homework or just for fun. Go ahead; let your child find out more about everything!

Little ones will love using their fingers to follow the glittery, bumpy shiny trails in DK's Follow The Trail Baby Animals. This tactile book is packed with colourful illustrations to help encourage early learning. Perfect for hands-on learning, every page of this baby animals board book has a bright, bold finger trail with a special sparkly, bumpy finish. Plus there are peepholes through to tiny animal characters that scamper along the pathways, looking for their toys or food. Follow The Trail Baby Animals is perfect for developing hand-eye coordination and pre-writing skills. Help your child learn all about baby animals in Follow The Trail Baby Animals. With tactile trails and fun peepholes, your little one will discover baby rabbits, kittens and puppies. Follow The Trail Baby Animals makes early learning fun for your little one.

Little ones will love using their fingers to follow the glittery, bumpy shiny trails in DK's Follow The Trail Farm. This tactile board book is packed with colourful illustrations to help encourage early learning. Perfect for hands-on learning, every page of this board book has a bright, bold finger trail with a special sparkly, bumpy finish. Plus there are peepholes through to tiny animal or tractor characters that lead children along the pathways. Follow The Trail Farm is perfect for developing hand-eye coordination and pre-writing skills. Help your child learn as they explore farm life in Follow The Trail Farm. With tactile trails and fun peepholes, your little one will move through the farm discovering tractors, chickens, sheep and cows and all about life on a farm. Follow The Trail Farm makes early learning fun for your little one.

A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to the most revered noblemen in history, Knights How did you become a Knight? When would you be sent on crusades? What are caltrops and how were they used? Find out in Eyewitness Knight and discover what is was like to be a Knight. From learning the trade to deadly fighting on the battlefield, you'll see every piece of armour a Knight had to wear and why chivalry was so imortant. Eyewitness reference books are now more interactive and colourful, with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant pull-out wall chart, you'll be an expert on Knights in no time. Great for projects or just for fun, learn everything you need to know about Knights with Eyewitness.

«DK Eyewitness Moon» is an exciting and informative guide to the amazing satellite that orbits our Earth and lights our sky at night. Stunning photographs offer a unique 'eyewitness' view of the Moon, it's deep craters and waterless seas. Let your child discover all about our planet's nearest neighbour and the fifth largest satellite in the Solar System. They'll learn all about its gravitational pull and the hugely important effect on Earth's ocean tides. Then use the giant pull-out wall chart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Moon. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at our associated website.»

This is an engaging and entertaining reference guide about the Ocean — perfect for younger readers. From the craft that investigated the wreck of the Titanic to how octopuses make use of jet propulsion: Eyewitness Ocean lets your child learn all about the secret watery world that covers most of our planet and the incredible creatures that live within it! Packed with all the essential information from the previous edition Eyewitness Ocean is now more interactive and colourful than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines making the book more engaging and educational for your child.

«DK Eyewitness Predator» is a brand new topic for this bestselling reference series. Amazing colour photographs offer your child a unique 'eyewitness' view of the natural world's largest, fastest and most lethal predators. Show your child the incredible array of weapons, tactics, defences, and disguises used by animals in their battle for survival. They'll also discover that every animal is either a predator or prey and how important maintaining this balance is in particular ecosystems. Then use the giant pull-out wall chart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about Ancient Rome. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at our associated website.»

DK Eyewitness has an exciting new look! Shark is now more engaging and entertaining From the Great Hammerhead to the Blue Shark, Shark by Eyewitness lets your child learn all about different types of sharks, what they eat and how they fight! Find out how sharks hunt their prey, how their strong teeth and jaws work and what makes them one of the most dangerous creatures in the ocean. The Eyewitness reference series is perfect for homework help or school projects. Packed with all the essential information, stunning artwork and photography from the previous edition Shark by Eyewitness is now more interactive and colourful than ever with new infographics, statistics, facts and timelines, plus a giant fact-filled wallchart, making the book more engaging and educational for your child.

«3,000 years of fashion history in one stylish visual guide. «Fashion» is the definitive guide to the evolution of costume and style. Tracing 3,000 years from the early draped fabrics of ancient times to today's catwalk sensations and with a foreword by fashion guru Caryn Franklin, this is your own personal fashion show through history. Breathtaking in its scope, «Fashion» is packed with over 1,500 costumes from around the globe and lavishly illustrated with a mix of original fashion plates, archive images and commissioned photography. Plus features on famous trend-setters, fashion icons and designers from Jackie Onassis to Alexander McQueen bring the world of fashion to life. «Fashion» is guaranteed to add style to your bookshelf; with its luxurious textured fabric jacket and spine, it's the season's must-have for anyone with a passion for fashion.»

«Touch-and-feel meets hide-and-seek in this fun tab book for toddlers, all about fluffy baby animals. «Feel and Find Fun Baby Animals» is part of a fantastic new early learning series from DK. Toddlers will love the large, textured tabs that take them to pages full of colourful pictures and even more touch-and-feel textures to play with and discover. There are kittens with shiny collars, puppies with the softest fur, bunnies crunching on leafy lettuces and baby farm animals playing in sticky mud. The large, simple text encourages children to talk about what they see (and feel) on each page. From fluffy fur and sparkly foil, to soft foam and scratchy sand, «Feel and Find Fun Baby Animals» is full of crazy textures to play with. «Feel and Find Fun Baby Animals» is a great introduction to cute baby animals and life in the animal world. Children will love stroking the soft fur of baby safari animals and baby snow animals, all as they learn.»