Dorling Kindersley

Discover everything you ever wanted to know about anything with this first reference for young readers and writers. This is 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. This title is perfect for homework or just for fun. Go ahead; let your child find out more about everything.

Teach your baby first words with touch and feel textures Stroke, tickle and touch the textures together with your baby and help them discover some first words. Let their little hands roam and feel how bumpy the strawberry is but how soft and shiny the flowers 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.

Help your baby discover all about pets with touch and feel textures. Stroke, tickle and touch the textures together with your baby and help them discover all about pets. Let their little hands roam and feel how furry the Labrador puppy is, how fluffy the guinea pig, how shiny the fish and how soft the rabbit. 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.

DK Eyewitness Top 10 Moscow will lead you straight to the best attractions this magnificent city has to offer. Whether you're looking for vibrant festivals and lively nightlife, stunning churches and cathedrals, or want to find the best places in Moscow to shop for souvenirs; this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists for all budgets — from the Top 10 Soviet landmarks and the Top 10 waterways and bridges to the Top 10 restaurants, outdoor activities, performing arts venues, shops and hotels and, to save you time and money, there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. DK Eyewitness Top 10 Moscow is packed with beautiful illustrations of the city's attractions with sections on the Kremlin and Red Square, Kitay Gorod, Arbatskaya, Tverskaya and Zamoskvorechve, providing the insider knowledge every visitor needs to know. Explore every corner effortlessly using the free pull-out map, plus many smaller maps included within the guide. This is your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in Moscow.

DK Eyewitness Top 10 St Petersburg will lead you straight to the best attractions that this cultural hotspot has to offer. Whether you are looking to experience Russian ballet or opera at the world famous Mariinskiy Theatre, sample delicious St Petersburg borscht, or marvel at the plentiful soviet landmarks, this guide is the perfect pocket-sized companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists — from the Top 10 unmissable museum and galleries, Top 10 souvenirs, Top 10 waterways and bridges and, to save you time and money, there is even a list of budget tips and the Top 10 things to avoid. DK Eyewitness Top 10 St Petersburg is packed with colour illustrations, providing the insider knowledge that every visitor needs on a trip to this beautiful city. You can explore every corner effortlessly using the FREE pull-out map, plus many smaller maps included within the guide. It is your guide to the Top 10 best of everything in St Petersburg.

DK Eyewitness St. Petersburg travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions this majestic city has to offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and detailed maps, discover St. Petersburg district by district; from the grandeur of the Palace Embankment to the leafy avenues of Vasilevskiy Island. The guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs from where to watch world famous Russian Ballet to the best spots for panoramic city views, with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, resorts, restaurants and nightlife for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites plus useful street maps to help you find your away around. DK Eyewitness St. Petersburg explores the city's art, palaces, canals and museums, exploring the city's epic past which has helped shape the streets and society of St. Petersburg. With up-to-date information on getting around by tram, bus, boat or by foot and all the sights listed district by district, DK Eyewitness St. Petersburg is indispensable. Don't miss a thing with the DK Eyewitness St. Petersburg.

»DK Eyewitness Italy» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions Italy's kaleidoscope of regions have on offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and detailed maps the guide explores every facet that makes the country irresistable; from the Alps in the far north to the sun-blessed Mediterranean shores of the south. The guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs from soaking up the romance of Verona, basking in the warm evening sun in Tuscany, or gaping at the ancient ruins lining the streets of Rome as well as comprehensive listings of the best hotels, villas, resorts, restaurants, and nightlife in each region for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites plus street-by-street maps of the major cities and towns. «DK Eyewitness Italy» explores the history, classical origins, architecture and art of this stylish and charismatic country — and still finds room to recommend a wine to go with the risi e bisi or the maccheroni con le sarde. With up-to-date information on getting around by train, boat, car, walking in cities and all the sights, beaches, and resorts listed town by town, «DK Eyewitness Italy» is indispensable. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the «DK Eyewitness Italy».

»DK Eyewitness USA» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions this fascinating country has on offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and detailed maps discover the USA region-by-region; from the snow-drenched rockies to the Arizona desert. The guide provides all the insider tips every visitor needs from where best to see the fiery colours of New England's fall foliage to sampling island-life in Hawaii with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, resorts, restaurants and nightlife in each region for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites plus street-by-street maps of all the great American cities and towns. «DK Eyewitness USA» explores the culture, history, architecture and art of this diverse country not forgetting the best scenic routes and the country's magnificent national parks. With up-to-date information on getting around by train, car, walking in cities and all the sights and resorts listed town by town, «DK Eyewitness USA» is indispensable. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the «DK Eyewitness USA».

»The DK Eyewitness Thailand» travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions Thailand has to offer. Fully illustrated, it covers all the major destinations from Bangkok to Phuket and provides all the insider tips every visitor needs, whether you're diving in Ko Tao, elephant riding in Chang Mai or marvelling at the monuments in Wat Si Chum. Plus, it's packed with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops and nightlife in each area for all budgets. You'll find 3D cutaways and floorplans of all the must-see sites including the Prasat Hin Phimai temple and the ancient city of Lop Buri; with street maps and reliable information about getting around this diverse country. «DK Eyewitness Thailand» explores the country's ancient sites, temples and markets, as well as scenic walk and thematic tours. With all the sights, beaches and attractions listed place by place, «DK Eyewitness Thailand» is your essential travel companion. «DK Eyewitness Thailand» shows you what others only tell you.

Designed with real plastic wheels and shaped like a fire engine this novelty-shaped board book allows children to look at different fire engines and how they are used. It includes basic words and information combined with colourful photography. Helps children look at different fire engines and how they are used — from a fire truck rushing to a fire to firefighters using a hose. This title is designed in the shape of a fire engine and with real wheels.

Carries EU Toy Safety Directive 'CE' logo. Children will love looking at different types of dump trucks including one that can carry a load as heavy as 15 elephants. The fun dump truck shape with real wheels, is guaranteed to appeal to little hands.

Get your child hooked on reading as they meet Ahsoka from the Star Wars: The Clone Wars series and learn all about how she trains to become a Jedi. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, this fun-packed The Clone Wars Reader is all about your child's favourite heroine, Ahsoka. Watch as your child meets Ahsoka training to become a Jedi. They'll find out all about her adventures under the wing of different Jedi's — Anakin, Luminara Unduli and Plo Koon — and see how she learns to trust her Jedi instincts and to work as part of a team. Packed with pictures from The Clone Wars series, it's an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy-full of DK Star Wars books to collect.

Bed in a Tree offers a handpicked selection of 27 weird and extraordinary hotels from around the world each offering an unforgettable and original place to stay. Hotels include the Ice Hotel in Sweden, an actual bed in a tree in South Africa, an aeroplane in New Zealand, a snooze in a suitcase in Germany and even a night in a stone pineapple in Scotland! The guide is written by Bettina Kowalewski, a travel journalist and photographer who has developed a passion for seeking out the most unusual hotels from around the world and discovering the astonishing stories behind their creation. You'll find practical advice on getting to each hotel as well as three interesting and often unusual activities to do nearby. The guide features venues for a memorable forty winks for all budgets and levels of luxury with a 10 per cent discount at many of the selected hotels. Bed in a Tree is the perfect gift for anyone looking for a unique travel experience.

DK Eyewitness Beijing & Shanghai travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions these two fascinating cites have to offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and maps of Beijing and Shanghai, the guide includes in-depth coverage of Beijing and Shanghai's best attractions including Beijing's Great Wall and Forbidden City, Shanghai's Bund and the French Concession, and also the water towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou. Explore China's cultural heritage through richly illustrated features on everything from Beijing Opera to Confucianism, Chinese Gardens and the Cultural Revolution. Illustrated food features highlight the differing regional cuisines, and detailed listings of the best hotels in Beijing and Shanghai and restaurants in Beijing and Shanghai have been provided by resident China experts. The guide features 3D aerial views of the most interesting districts in Beijing and Shanghai and specially devised walking tours take you easily to the heart of these bustling, enigmatic and ultimately bewitching cities. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the DK Eyewitness Guide to Beijing & Shanghai.

Offers hands-on fun for you and your toddler as you learn about colours with this flaptastic board book. What colour is the butterfly? What colour is the grass? What red objects can you find? Your toddler will love learning about colours with this tactile lift-the-flap board book. Read it together and help them lift-the-flaps from all sorts of exciting angles — up, down and even across — it's a flaptastic way to teach your child first concepts.

This is an updated edition of this complete A-Z of Marvel characters created in full collaboration with Marvel Comics. Are you a comic-book fan, obsessed by superheroes? This unique A-Z of more than 1,000 classic characters created by comic giant Marvel will satisfy any super-thirst for knowledge. Get closer to Spider-Man, the Avengers, Hulk, Wolverine, the X-Men and more... all your favourite superheroes and villains are here, as well as some weird and wonderful one-offs. Knock-out double-page features celebrate some of the biggest Marvel stars with intimate details on their powers, titanic clashes and action-packed careers. This title is jam packed with things you never knew, as well as original, Marvel comic-book art — the power and excitement of more than 60 years of comic-book history explodes off every page.

Help your child learn about soldiers with this fact-packed guide, giant wallchart, interactive clip-art CD and dedicated website. From how soldiers fought on the battlefield to what it's like to take the controls of a powerful tank; let your child discover all about the life and times of the fighting man and woman down the centuries, from the arms and armour of the ancient world to today's training, technology and tactics. They'll discover more by downloading 100s of amazing images from the clip-art CD. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about soldiers.

Help your baby learn all about baby animals with this chunky board book. From fluffy kittens, to cute puppies your baby will love these baby animals. Meet them together as you lift flaps and explore the shape and texture of the tactile tabs. Read them with your baby, they'll love the playful images and bold type — perfect for reading aloud and encouraging early word recognition.

Look before you speak — an innovative visual approach to using and learning basic Chinese phrases. Do you need to brush up your Chinese, or learn the language? Or are you off to China and want to make sure you're understood? Find key phrases fast in this effective survival language guide for real-life situations. Galleries of words and pictures make it easy to find key basic Chinese vocabulary at a glance and help you remember what you've seen. Learn phrases to help you find your way around, eat out, shop and go sightseeing. Plus an easy-to-use pronunciation guide for every word and phrase will help you speak like a native. Pop it in your pocket when you're out and about in China.

Look before you speak — an innovative visual approach to using and learning basic Chinese phrases, with a 60-minute audio CD. Do you need to brush up on your Chinese, or learn the language? Or are you off to China and want to make sure you're understood? Find key phrases fast in this effective survival language guide and CD set for real-life situations. Galleries of words and pictures make it easy to find key basic Chinese vocabulary at a glance and help you remember what you've seen. Learn phrases to help you find your way around, eat out, shop and go sightseeing. Plus the easy-to-use pronunciation guide and 60-minute audio CD containing key words and phrases will help you speak like a native. Use the CD to practice, then pop the book in your pocket when you're out and about in China.

DK Readers will help your child learn to read and encourage a life-long love of reading whilst finding out about Pocahontas. Encourage your child to read. They will learn the story of heroine Pocahontas. Discover how she befriended the settlers of Jamestown, saving the life of their leader, whose heart she ultimately won. DK Readers are part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme, which uses lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 2 have long sentences, increased vocabulary, information boxes and a simple index. Read them together with children who are beginning to read alone and with early or reluctant readers. Over 100 DK Readers are present in the series.

Get your child hooked on reading as they go on two amazing Star Wars Jedi adventures. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, this action-packed Star Wars Reader is all about exciting Jedi adventures. Watch as your child meets Ahsoka and Anakin in the first story as they go on an action-packed mission to rescue fellow Jedi Plo Koon. In the second story they'll join Ahsoka and Jedi Luminara Unduli as they take a prisoner to stand trial for war crimes but are attacked on the way. Filled with amazing Star Wars pictures, it's an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there is a galaxy full of DK Star Wars books to collect.

Help your child get to the top of the class fast with this «Eyewitness Project Book on Earth». From how a volcano works to what's inside our planet, watch your child take their knowledge of Earth to the next level using this fill-in home-study workbook. Test their knowledge and train their brains with hands-on activities, amazing stickers and quick-fire quiz pages. Do the activities together and encourage your child to practise essential skills at home to keep them one step ahead of the class. Fun-filled curriculum based exercises will help them progress with confidence. Reward stickers, a progress chart and pull-out certificate make learning about Earth fun and easy!

Hundreds of colour photographs and illustrations, as well as unique cutaways and detailed floor plans cover all the must-see sights of Estonia, Latvia, & Lithuania. Special features include in-depth examinations of the history, cultural heritage, traditional festivals and local cuisine of the three Baltic States; illustrated maps of the region’s national parks, including Estonia’s Soomaa National Park and Lithuania’s Aukstaitija National Park; and explorations of medieval architecture in Tallinn, Arts Nouveau architecture in Riga and Baroque architecture in Vilnius. These cosmopolitan cities are laid out for you with beautiful street-by-street mapping, and there are driving tours of Lake Peipsi and the Livonian Coast for those eager to see the breathtaking country-side. With practical information and hundreds of restaurant, hotel, shopping and nightlife reviews, this DK Eyewitness Travel Guide will make your trip to Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania both effortless and memorable.