Dorling Kindersley

Teach your child all about horses and ponies with Touch and Feel Ponies. Furry, bumpy, fluffy, silky, sandy, sticky and shiny textures in a chunky package will help your child discover all about horses and ponies. Touch and Feel Ponies is a great introduction to these lovely animals — feel the furry mane and stroke the pony's silky nose. Encourage your child to learn early concepts such as colours, shapes and patterns as they turn each page. Read it together — they'll learn as you play. Touch and Feel Ponies is one of the Touch and Feel chunky padded board books that help encourage your child's early learning and language. It is perfect for encouraging tiny fingers to explore and great for sensory development.

Teach your child all about shapes and early geometry with Touch and Feel Shapes. Twinkly, bumpy, scaly, silky, sandy, sticky and shiny textures in a chunky package will help your child discover and enjoy early geometry. Help them learn about stars, triangles and squares, let their little hands roam and feel the shapes as well as read about them. Read it together — they'll learn as you play. Touch and Feel Shapes is one of the Touch and Feel chunky padded board books that help encourage your child's early learning and language. It is perfect for encouraging tiny fingers to explore and great for sensory development.

Become a Star Wars expert with Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Take a trip to the dark side with Star Wars: Clone Wars What is a Sith Warrior? If you've ever wondered how you can become a Sith warrior, what happens when you use the power of the dark side, or who is the most powerful Sith warrior, then this book has the answers. If you're interested in the evil characters behind the Star Wars galaxy Star Wars: Clone Wars What is a Sith Warrior? takes you to meet the most powerful and feared Sith lords of them all. Uncover their secrets as you follow them on their dangerous battles, missions and duels. What is the Rule of Two? What happens when a Jedi becomes a Sith? Can a Sith return from the dead? Learn about it all in Star Wars: Clone Wars What is a Sith Warrior?

Become a Star Wars expert with Star Wars: The Clone Wars Who are the Jedi? The force is strong in Star Wars: The Clone Wars Who are the Jedi? Discover the secrets of the Jedi, meet the most famous and powerful Jedi Knights and apprentices of all time and then join them on their missions, battles, duels and adventures. If you've ever wondered how you can become a Jedi, what the Jedi council actually is and whether or not Anakin and Ahsoka make a good team — all is revealed. With facts and pictures from the Star Wars: The Clone Wars film and all four of the television series, as well as a timeline to guide you through events in the Star Wars galaxy, this is a fun way to learn about your favourite Jedi heroes. Fulfil your potential as a Jedi with Star Wars: The Clone Wars Who are the Jedi?

From the Mediterranean's rocky coasts to the North Sea's salt marshes, spot common animal and plant species with the RSPB Pocket Nature Seashore. In-situ photographs and no nonsense notes will help you identify them quickly and accurately. Maps show you what animals and plants to find where and species are categorised so you can plan your spotting and make the most of your surroundings, whether you are on a holiday browse or a serious quest. RSPB Pocket Nature Seashore fits easily into a pocket — perfect for taking out in the field and an ideal guide for all the family.

A beer bible for the beer connoisseur. World Beer gives beer the billing it deserves, proving that there is now as much opportunity for beer connoisseurship as wine and whisky. Craft beer is experiencing a radical renaissance, with new breweries with exciting beer styles and personalities appearing all over the world, from the USA and Japan to the great brewing nations of Europe. Discover the stories of over 800 creative and successful breweries with accompanying maps to show brewery locations, alongside information on the brewing process, different beers and food pairing suggestions. The basics of home brewing are also clearly explained so that you can set up your own microbrewery and become part of the brewing revolution. World Beer showcases the greatest classic and craft beers and breweries, giving this diverse drink of the masses some well-deserved recognition.

Box set contains 10 mini board books: Fluffy Animals — Wild Animals — Puppies and Kittens — Tractors — Thinks That Go — Colours — Counting — Shapes — Noisy Farm — Toys.

Angry Birds meets Star Wars in this all-new Reader from DK. Angry Birds' Star Wars' Reader 3 is a brand new book introducing readers to the world of Angry Birds and Star Wars. This DK Reader will be enjoyed by young learners and fans of the game with its light-hearted and fun storyline. DK Readers are a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge — compatible with the framework for teaching literacy.

Angry Birds meets Star Wars in this all-new Reader from DK. Angry Birds' Star Wars' Reader 4 is a brand new book introducing readers to the world of Angry Birds and Star Wars. This DK Reader will be enjoyed by young learners and fans of the game with its light-hearted and fun storyline. DK Readers are a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge — compatible with the framework for teaching literacy.

Angry Birds meets Star Wars'! Join Darth Vader on an adventure in this Level 2 Reader from DK. Star Wars' Angry Birds Vader's Villains is a brand new book introducing readers to the world of Angry Birds and Star Wars'. Combining missiles, the Force, lightsabers and Darth Vader as you've never seen him before — this DK Reader will be enjoyed by young learners and fans of the game with its light-hearted content and fun storyline. Star Wars' Angry Birds Vader's Villains is a Level 2 Reader . These books have easy-to-read stories with word repetition, pictures and illustrated text boxes to build literacy skills. DK Readers are a multi-level reading programme guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge — compatible with the framework for teaching literacy.

Angry Birds meets Star Wars'! Join Yoda on his quest to fight evil in this Level 3 Reader from DK. Star Wars' Angry Birds Yoda's Heroes is a brand new book introducing readers to the world of Angry Birds and Star Wars'. Combining missiles, the Force, lightsabers and the powerful Yoda as you've never seen him before — this DK Reader will be enjoyed by young learners and fans of the game with its light-hearted content and fun storyline. Star Wars' Angry Birds Yoda's Heroes is a Level 3 Reader from DK. These books are great for children beginning to read alone — exciting stories with rich vocabulary, challenging sentence structures, information boxes, alphabetical glossary and index helps build literary skills. The winning combination of popular cult subjects Star Wars' and Angry Birds, plus an engaging story packed full of exciting images is perfect for getting children hooked on reading.

Go on an adventure along the timeline of history, year-by-year, from the stone age to the digital age History Year by Year is a children's history book like no other. It will take children on a stunning trip through time as they follow the history timeline that plots our life on Earth, from prehistoric man to how we live today. Over 1,500 pictures of artifacts, styles of dress, architectural triumphs and magnificent civilizations make this book a mini-history museum for kids, bringing history to life like no other. You can learn even more about themes such as the Renaissance or the French Revolution with chapters that focus on specific movements. The child of the time feature shows you how children would have lived during different historical periods. Ever wondered how children in Ancient Egypt got by? Or Viking England, the Industrial Revolution, or World War II? These informative chapters bring these periods of our history to life. History Year by Year is like no other history book for children. It combines facts, timelines and images and is perfect for any child looking to take an exciting visual journey through history (plus it's perfect for school projects). If you've ever had a question about history as a whole, History Year by Year joins the dots of history around the world, year by year, century by century.

This is an innovative and accessible guide to the world's religions. The Religions Book clearly explains the key concepts behind the earliest religious beliefs right up to the world's newest faiths, getting to the heart of what it means to believe. Principles of the five main world religions — Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam — as well as ancient and primal belief systems are explored in this informative tome. All the big ideas are simply explained with jargon-free descriptions, step-by-step diagrams, and witty illustrations that encapsulate every aspect of religious thinking. It examines major historical developments and ideas with a universal timeline, providing a global perspective on the origins and major events that have contributed to the growth and spread of religion and spirituality. Along with the teaching highlights of pre-eminent figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, Saint Paul, and Al-Ghazali, you'll also find a handy reference section featuring a glossary of religious terms and a roadmap to all the branches of the major faiths and the points of doctrine or tradition on which they differ. Modern alternative religions and spiritual beliefs from around the world are also explored, putting into context the political and social climates from which they emerged. The Religions Book provides compelling, accessible information perfect for students of religious study or anyone interested in the ideas of ancient and present day faiths and religious philosophies.

This title follows a simple, visual approach to helping your child understand maths from Carol Vorderman. Reduce the stress of studying maths and help your child with their homework, following this unique visual guide which will demystify the subject for everyone. Using clear, accessible pictures, diagrams and easy-to-follow step-by-steps — and covering everything from basic numeracy to more challenging subjects like statistics and algebra — you'll learn to approach even the most complex maths problems with confidence. It includes a glossary of key maths terms and symbols. It is the perfect guide for every frustrated parent and desperate child, who wants to understand maths and put it into practice.

Join Laura on the day of her big ballet school show in this Level 2 DK Reader — will she be able to save the day? The Little Ballerina is a Level 2 DK Reader all about a little girl called Laura. She loves ballet and loves dancing, but on the day of the big show at her ballet school, disaster strikes! Will Laura be able to save the day? Will the show go on? The lively illustrations and engaging stories combine to bring this magical subject to life. Level 2 DK Readers have easy-to-read stories with word repetition, pictures and illustrated text boxes to build literacy skills. The Little Ballerina will delight young dancers and young bookworms who are enjoying their reading and looking to improve.

Travel back to ancient times and learn all about the amazing history of mummies with this Level 4 DK Reader. Secrets of the Mummies is a level 4 DK Reader that takes you back in time. Egyptian mummies, Inca mummies, did you know there are even mummies today? Discover their secrets if you dare. Stunning DK photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging stories to really bring this spooky subject to life. Level 4 DK Readers feature fascinating subjects that will capture the interest of the increasingly proficient reader. Side panels packed with extra background information and fascinating facts bring these stories to life. Introducing a rich vocabulary and challenging sentence structure, Secrets of the Mummies will delight young bookworms who are enjoying their reading and looking to improve.

Play hide and seek on every page with this surprise pop-up book filled with cute baby animals. You and your toddler will enjoy helping the mummy animals hunt for their babies in Little Hide and Seek Baby Animals. Your child will want to return to the book again and again as they try to find the lost baby animals and help them get back to their homes. Help your child turn the pages as they solve riddles and spot fun surprises. With five themed hide-and-seek scenes and a ginger kitten hiding on each one, your toddler will love learning about what their baby farm animals, pets and woodland babies get up to. The final page has one big, extra-detailed i-spy scene. Look, learn and play together with Little Hide and Seek Baby Animals.

Visit the petting zoo and meet the animals in this Pre-Level 1 DK Reader. Petting Zoo is a pre-level 1 Reader from DK that will thrill young children who are just starting to read. The story explains about the many different types of animals you'll see on a visit to the petting zoo, from a woolly lamb to a hungry rabbit. DK Readers are part of a five-level, highly pictorial reading scheme, with lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Petting Zoo is a Pre-Level 1 Reader, these have simple sentences, limited vocabulary, and feature word repetition, picture word strips and large type. You'll enjoy reading them with children who are just beginning to learn and with early or reluctant readers.

Flexi Map Moscow is a laminated, tear-resistant map which includes 3 maps, each accompanied by its own index. The main map depicts Moscow at a scale of 1:12 500, the index has been categorized for ease of use. Places of interest are highlighted, streets are named along with public buildings and selected hotels. The Metro system is shown on the main map and also on a dedicated plan on the back cover for easy reference. A Moscow area map, at a scale of 1:180 000, can be found on the reverse and shows the various routes into the city by road or rail. Also included is a map of the famous Golden Ring of ancient towns and sights. Flexi Map Moscow also gives a list — with descriptions and some photographs — of 26 recommended sights, divided by theme and linked to the mapping by numbered markers. There is also a handy information section with concise details on getting around, tourist offices, money, tipping, opening times, public holidays, telecommunications, emergency telephone numbers and climate.

For girls who like to decorate, create, make and bake, The Girls' Book of Crafts & Activities is full of 150 girly projects, ideas and activities. From making button bracelets, baking gingerbread, sewing a phone sock for your mobile or designing your own fashion collection, it's got it all. Set out in clear step-by-step instructions, you can pick short 10 minute projects to those that will occupy you for a whole day! Not just a craft book, a cookery book or a sewing book — The Girls' Book of Crafts & Activities is all of the best bits rolled into one.

Get little Star Wars[trademark] fans reading with this new Pre-Level 1 DK Reader, Star Wars Even Droids Need Friends! In Star Wars Even Droids Need Friends, you'll learn all about the greatest friendships across the galaxy, from R2-D2 and C-3PO on Tatooine to Han Solo and Chewbacca aboard the Millenium Falcon. Every one needs friends, even in outer space! Star Wars Even Droids Need Friends is a Pre-Level 1 reader from DK. These books are great for children beginning to learn how to read, featuring picture word strips, a picture glossary, and a simple index. The winning combination of popular cult subject Star Wars and an engaging story packed full of exciting images is perfect for getting children hooked on reading.

Get little Star Wars' fans reading with this new Level 1 DK Reader, Star Wars Are Ewoks Scared of Stormtroopers? In Star Wars Are Ewoks Scared of Stormtroopers? you'll meet the Ewoks that live on the forest moon of Endor, they may be small, but they have a lot to fight for. Featuring battles and match ups across the galaxy like Yoda vs Dooku, Anakin vs droid control ship, and Ewoks vs stormtroopers, this reader shows you that sometimes, size matters not! Star Wars Are Ewoks Scared of Stormtroopers? is a Level 1 Reader from DK. These books are great for children who are beginning to read — exciting stories with limited vocabulary and lots of word repetition to engage young fans and build their literary skills. The winning combination of popular cult subject Star Wars and an engaging story packed full of exciting images is perfect for getting children hooked on reading.

Get your child hooked on reading as they meet some of the amazing creatures from the «Star Wars Clone Wars» series. Designed to engage even the most reluctant reader, your child will read all about the Ahsoka and her amazing adventures, together with other astounding characters from the «Clone Wars» universe. Filled with amazing action shots and pictures from «Clone Wars, Star Wars The Clone Wars Ahsoka in Action!» is an out-of-this-world read. And don't forget, there's a galaxy full of DK «Star Wars» books to collect.

Take a rip-roaring ride with some seriously terrific trucks. Hop into the driving seat and put your brain in gear for an amazing ride with some seriously «SuperTrucks». Be prepared to be dazzled by the fastest, loudest, most powerful, and coolest machines on the planet. Fast facts, colour photographs and feature stories bring the world of these vehicles to life in «SuperTrucks». Follow real-life stories of the people who drive the massive machines; take a trip with a long distance trucker and accompany a life-saving paramedic in an ambulance travelling at full speed. You'll find pick-up trucks, military trucks and tankers as well as desert racers, amphibious trucks and monster trucks. Also, learn about the history of these heavy haulers and read all about the steam trucks of the 1920s; how they worked and what they were used for. For anyone who loves to find out how things go, look no further than the amazing world of «SuperTrucks».