Download or read book DKfindout Dinosaurs written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for dinosaur lovers ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to all sorts of long-lost creatures from across the globe, entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits on everything from Triceratops to Stegosaurus. When did dinosaurs die out? What does a Pachycephalosaurus look like and how thick is its skull? How many pounds of meat could a Tyrannosaurus rex swallow at once? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Dinosaurs, which features photographs of dinosaur fossils alongside computer-generated images of what each species might have looked like when it was alive. This book teaches young paleontologists about the entire reign of dinosaurs, from the Triassic to the Cretaceous, as well as the types of dinosaurs that lived during each specific time period. Along the way, readers will discover the diets and hunting habits of different dinosaurs, learn how their bones turned into fossils, and find out how birds and reptiles are distantly related to dinosaurs. Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
Download or read book The Big Book of Dinosaurs written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get ready to roar with this updated edition of DK's beloved Big Book of Dinosaurs Dinosaurs fascinate young children, and this colorful catalog of those mysterious creatures from the past will keep even toddlers entertained for hours. Children will love spotting and learning to name all the different dinosaurs--from the fierce, meat-eating Tyrannosaurus and the long-necked, plant-eating Diplodocus to the armor-plated Stegosaurus and the tiny, hen-sized Compsognathus.
Download or read book Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life written by DK and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2019-10-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the origin of life, through the age of dinosaurs stalked by the terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex, to the earliest humans, this book tells the story of life on Earth. Dinosaurs may be the stars of the show, but the book is truly comprehensive, with fossil plants, invertebrates, amphibians, fish, birds, reptiles, mammals, and even early bacteria conjuring up an entire past world. To put all of these extinct species in context, the book explores geological time and the way life forms are classified. It also looks at how fossils preserve the story of evolution and how that story can be deciphered. The "Young Earth" chapter explains how forces shaped Earth and steered the course of life. The main part of the book, "Life on Earth," lays out and catalogs the rich story of life, from its beginnings 4 billion years ago, through each geological period, such as the Jurassic and Cretaceous, to the present. The stunning visuals and authoritative text make Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life a fascinating and revealing encyclopedia that will appeal to the whole family.
Download or read book DKfindout Energy written by Emily Dodd and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-07-10 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to energy and its role in building a more sustainable future. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for fueling kids’ interest in the natural forces that shape our world. Why does your hair stick to a balloon? What are fossil fuels made from? Why does ice cream feel cold when we eat it? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Energy, which features photographs of scientific experiments and illustrative examples of basic energy principles. From the discovery of fire to the development of the nuclear reactor, scientific breakthroughs throughout history have led to modern energy applications, like Marie Curie’s research on radioactivity, which is still used in cancer treatments today. Readers will also delve into future energy issues and their possible solutions. Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
Download or read book DKfindout Animals written by DK and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for animal lovers ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to all sorts of amazing creatures from across the globe, entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits on everything from tigers to tardigrades. How many hearts does an octopus have? Which is the most poisonous animal alive? Why could a penguin never live in a hot desert? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Animals, which features stunning wildlife photography of animals in their natural environments, throughout every stage of their life cycles. This book teaches young zoologists what distinguishes each branch of the animal kingdom, while sections on habitats like mountains, forests, and grasslands provide a closer look at the particular animals that live in each and have adapted to its unique challenges. Along the way, readers will discover the different diets of carnivores and herbivores, find out how food chains work, and learn about the various kinds of homes animals live in, from bear dens to beaver dams. Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
Download or read book Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-02-03 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The next edition in the Everything You Need to Know About series takes readers to the prehistoric era when creatures like Smilodons, Pterodactyls and the Megatooth Shark ruled the land, air, and sea. Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs includes images, games, size comparisons, timelines, a glossary, an index, and more that will satisfy the curious minds of dinosaur-crazed kids, and be a trusted source for parents wanting to introduce their young readers to the world of dinosaurs. From the earliest fossils to the death of the dinosaurs and everything in between. Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs will intrigue readers and provide an experience that will redefine natural history for kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.
Download or read book An Anthology of Intriguing Animals written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reveal the stories behind your favourite creatures with this awe-inspiring animal book for curious kids aged 6-8. The animal kingdom is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is a stunning animal encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they discover the facts, stories and myths behind their favourite animals. Whether it’s where the slow-motion sloth lives, how the plodding pangolin protects itself from predators, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the Sun across the sky, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions. This beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. From tigers and chameleons to wolves and owls there’s an animal for everyone in this compendium of creatures. Each type of animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of wildlife and array of animals, perfect for children aged 6-8 to love and explore for hours on end. Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they: - Explore detailed photographs and striking illustrations of animals around the world - Reveal fun facts and myths about a wide range of animals - Uncover more than 100 animals, each with stunning images and captivating information. This animal encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic animal book for children who are obsessed with the animal kingdom. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom whilst uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges -Stunning photography & illustrations inside -A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generations More in the Series An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.
Download or read book DKfindout Science written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fantastic resource to teach kids everything they would want to know about the exciting world of science. Perfect for budding scientists who want a highly visual STEM book to increase their science know-how. This introduction to science for kids is full of photographs and illustrations, fascinating facts, and engaging challenges. It's sure to inspire the next amazing science fair project. A brilliant science book for kids containing tons of interesting facts about this limitless subject, as well as a fantastic breakdown of what science is and why it's so important. Did you know that there are no sounds in space? Or that rainbows appear only in the morning or late afternoon? Find out why! For any child that can't get enough of science, DKfindout! Science is packed with fun facts, quizzes and amazing photography. Follow along with key curriculum text introducing all the key topics for age 6+ readers covering everything from light and electricity, to animals and parts of the body. This series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more. The only limit is your imagination! Find Out About The Exciting World Of Science! Have you ever wanted to know what lightning is? Or perhaps you'd like to know how to make a rainbow? Now you can! DKfindout! Science is packed with surprising scientific facts and fascinating pictures. It's a small book filled with big ideas. Inside these pages, you will: - Learn about forces, the laws of motion, simple machines, and electrical circuits - Read about great scientists in history - See how the water cycle works - Discover how things like gravity and magnetism change our daily lives - Hear from real-life expert Dr. Suze Kundu what it's like to be a materials scientist - Fold out the cover for a science quiz and timeline -and find out much, much more! Dkfindout! Science is one title in the Dkfindout! series of educational books for kids, and Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category. Kids around the world are obsessed with this gorgeous collection, so much so that a range of massive DKfindout! posters for bedroom walls are sold separately. Add to your collection and nurture your little one's interest in the world. Other titles include DKfindout! Solar System, Birds, Castles, Climate Change, Pirates, Coding, Ancient Egypt, Engineering, Reptiles and a whole lot more!
Download or read book Prehistoric Life written by William Lindsay and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follows the footsteps of life from the very first creatures and sea animals, to plants and arthropods leaving the water to live and walk on land, the evolution of reptiles and mammals, up to the early humans. Photographs of fossils, skulls, models and reconstructions are included.
Download or read book Life Cycles written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2020-09-08 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This stunning illustrated children's book takes an innovative look at the circle of life, including animals, dinosaurs, stars, volcanoes, and even YOU. Everything has a beginning and an end, but what happens in between? Follow the migration of zebra across the vast plains, meet penguins guarding their eggs on the ice, and watch butterflies emerge from their cocoons. Shoot back in time 4.5 billion years to see how planet Earth was formed and then leap into the future to see what happens when stars die. Discover a new life cycle every time you turn the page. You'll take a closer look at the life cycles of environments, too. Discover how a river forms and changes over time. Find out how a tree grows and all of the other life cycles it supports within it. See the amazing sculptures the ocean waves carve out of cliffs. Dive beneath the surface to see how coral reefs form, and what causes them to die. Follow the life cycles of weather--from the water cycle to ice ages, to give you a better grasp of the climate situation we find ourselves in now. From the single-celled amoeba to how the Earth formed, the life cycles in this ebook have been carefully chosen to give you an amazing overview of the universe, and how everything is intricately linked. Filled with facts to amaze your friends, stunning photography, and beautifully detailed illustrations by Sam Falconer, Life Cycles gets to grips with the essence of life itself.
Download or read book Dinosaurs A Children s Encyclopedia written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2019-03-07 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Part of the series of award-winning, best-selling DK encyclopedias for children, this title has been completely revised to provide a comprehensive visual exploration of the entire range of prehistoric animal life. Dinosaurs: a children's encyclopedia is not simply a catalogue of facts and photos - it is a visual celebration of the history of all life on Earth, with a special focus on dinosaurs. More than 100 dinosaur species are featured, many illustrated with brand new artworks, exclusive to DK. The new images vividly reflect the very latest research into what these prehistoric creatures looked like, including thrilling new discoveries about feathered dinosaurs. Previous edition: 9781405367684
Download or read book DKfindout Solar System written by Sarah Cruddas and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DKfindout! Solar System teaches kids everything they would want to know about the awe-inspiring solar system. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! From the planets to meteorites all a budding astronomer needs to know is packed DKfindout! Solar System. Packed with fun facts, quizzes and amazing photography the key curriculum topics are brought to life. Discover what the weather is like on Jupiter, or take a trip across Mars with the rover mission. DKfindout! Solar System will spark the imagination of any child interested in space.
Download or read book First Dinosaur Encyclopedia written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2016-07-01 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduce your child to the awe-inspiring prehistoric world with this first reference book! From Plateosaurus and Velociraptor to Tyrannosaurus rex (T-rex) and Thecodontosaurus, this dinosaur children's book brings your budding palaeontologist face-to-face with these fascinating creatures! This fantastic reference book for children includes fun facts about dinosaurs like the tallest dinosaur and who laid the largest dinosaur egg! It also includes: - "Hands-on" boxes on each page suggest activities that children can try at home - Dinosaur themed quiz questions throughout the book with answers available - Colour photographs and clear, age-appropriate text make learning about dinosaurs fun - Provides an all-round education for children who are just starting to learn Perfect for homework or just for fun, let your little dinosaur lover be captivated by the incredible range of prehistoric beasts on display! They'll unearth fossils and learn where dinosaurs came from, how they lived, what happened to them, and so much more. It's the ultimate encyclopedia that every young fossil hunter will want to own! Stay up-to-date with the ever-changing world of dinosaurs! Covering the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, First Dinosaur Encyclopedia contains jaw-dropping photography, straightforward explanations, and fun activities. The design is refreshed, the text updated, and eight pages of activities have been included to reinforce your child's learning. It's the perfect beginner's reference book for children aged 7-9 who are curious about all things dinosaurs. DK's First Encyclopedia series is a collection of first reference books for children covering a wide range of topics. Full of engaging photography, First Space Encyclopedia is perfect for children eager to learn about the solar system. Packed with fantastic photography, First Human Body Encyclopedia is ideal for kids who want to discover the body from head to toe.
Download or read book Earth written by Maryam Sharif-Draper and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category. Find out all about the wonders of planet earth! DKfindout! Earth takes kids close to the all the wonders our planet holds with beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information. The DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! Find out all about the structure of the Earth, from its red-hot inner core to the mountains, deserts, and oceans that cover its surface. Discover why we have seasons, how the water cycle works, and why our population is growing. DKfindout! Earth is packed with up-to-date information, fun quizzes and incredible images of earth. DKfindout! Earth will surprise and delight young readers aged 6 to 9.
Download or read book Dinosaurs written by Dorling Kindersley and published by . This book was released on 2016-07 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category. DKfindout! Dinosaurs teaches kids everything they would want to know about the prehistoric world. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! For any child that can't get enough of these fearsome beasts, DKfindout! Dinosaurs is packed with up-to-date information, quizzes, fun facts and incredible images of all their favourite dinosaurs. Discover how fossils are formed, find out which was the biggest dinosaur, and which was the size of a cat. DKfindout! Dinosaurs will let children uncover the ancient animals of our planet.
Download or read book DKfindout World War II written by DK and published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd. This book was released on 2017-09-07 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Silver award winner in the MadeForMums Awards 2017 children's books series category. Become an expert on the Second World War with DKfindout! World War 2, packed with beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information. The DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! From the causes of the conflict to the most important battles, discover key World War 2 facts and hear from people who lived through it. DKfindout! World War 2 looks at all aspects of the Second World War, including the Normandy landings and propaganda posters and is a must have for any budding historian. DKfindout! World War 2 will surprise and delight young readers aged 6 to 9.
Download or read book Stone Age written by Klint Janulis and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Find out how early humans hunted a woolly mammoth, made fire, and created cave paintings in this fascinating book for children about the Stone Age. For any kid who can't get enough of Stone Age facts, DKfindout! Stone Age is packed with up-to-date information, fun quizzes, and incredible images of every aspect of Stone Age life. Discover what Stone Age people wore, sample some of their favorite foods, and read about the history of wolves. Look inside the Stone Age, and learn all about the Iron Age, Bronze Age, and the Ice Ages, too. All the information is broken down into bite-sized chunks, and the colorful illustrations bring history to life. The perfect books for children aged 6-8, the DKfindout! series contains beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information. It will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more!"
