Author: Steve Parker
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9781564587190
Category : Animals
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The best of Eyewitness--in a single volume! Over the years, the Eyewitness books have built an unrivaled reputation for combining lucid text with stunning photography to create books that are both educational and entertaining. Now readers can admire the best examples from the series in one gloriously diverse volume. 600 full-color photos.
Eyewitness Natural World
Living World
Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780756604295
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Discover the secrets of the earth and its extraordinary habitats.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780756604295
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 380
Book Description
Discover the secrets of the earth and its extraordinary habitats.
Earth
Author: Susanna Van Rose
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
Examines the natural forces that shape our planet, covering such topics as climate, the oceans, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, and glaciers.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : JUVENILE NONFICTION
Languages : en
Pages : 72
Book Description
Examines the natural forces that shape our planet, covering such topics as climate, the oceans, plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, mountains, and glaciers.
Natural Disasters
Author: Claire Watts
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405313420
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
Describes a wide range of natural disasters including earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, volcanoes, landslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and epidemics.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405313420
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
Describes a wide range of natural disasters including earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, volcanoes, landslides, hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, and epidemics.
Mammal
Author: Steve Parker
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751364767
Category : Mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 71
Book Description
Be an eyewitness to the lives of your remarkable relatives, the mammals - from hedgehogs and bats to elephants and bushbabies. See how newborn mice develop Discover why a wallaby has a pouch Find out how to recognise mammal footprints
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780751364767
Category : Mammals
Languages : en
Pages : 71
Book Description
Be an eyewitness to the lives of your remarkable relatives, the mammals - from hedgehogs and bats to elephants and bushbabies. See how newborn mice develop Discover why a wallaby has a pouch Find out how to recognise mammal footprints
Plant
Author: David Burnie
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781405313315
Category : Plants
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover the extraordinary world of plants and then visit the constantly updated website to access links to the best sites on the Internet. Over 1,000 links plus fantastic free images to download. All the websites are secure, age-appropriate and actively monitored to give you all the latest and most exciting information. Perfect for projects or just for fun!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781405313315
Category : Plants
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Discover the extraordinary world of plants and then visit the constantly updated website to access links to the best sites on the Internet. Over 1,000 links plus fantastic free images to download. All the websites are secure, age-appropriate and actively monitored to give you all the latest and most exciting information. Perfect for projects or just for fun!
DK Eyewitness Books: Plant
Author: David Burnie
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756673755
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
This is a an original and exciting look at the fascinating natural world of plants. Stunning real-life photographs of flowers, fruits, seeds, leaves, and more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the natural history of plant anatomy and growth. See the biggest flower in the world, where a seed develops, what the inside of a plant stem looks like, how a flower attracts insects, what a plant's reproductive organs look like, how a dandelion spreads its seeds, and much more.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756673755
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 74
Book Description
This is a an original and exciting look at the fascinating natural world of plants. Stunning real-life photographs of flowers, fruits, seeds, leaves, and more offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the natural history of plant anatomy and growth. See the biggest flower in the world, where a seed develops, what the inside of a plant stem looks like, how a flower attracts insects, what a plant's reproductive organs look like, how a dandelion spreads its seeds, and much more.
Eyewitness Companions: World History
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756672430
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
The full story of human endeavor - complete with its dramas, wars, schemes, discoveries, and personalities - is laid out before you in this illustrated guide to the history of our world. Who were the Mongols, the Maya, or Isis? How far did the Roman or the British empire stretch? Why did apartheid or Communism begin, and what were the issues in the Vietnam War? Eyewitness Companion: World History is your convenient reference, answering all your questions. But it also tells you why events happen and explain key issues. Its timelines trace events as they happen, from the appearance of the first humans in Africa to first civilizations and then on to recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the space race. It succinctly explains how one event led to another and sums up topics that include ancient Egypt, the Romans, the Renaissance, World Wars I and II, slavery and empire, and Communist China. Dotted throughout this comprehensive volume are sumptuous images that reveal historical world treasures, such as the 16,000-year old cave paintings at Lascaux, Machu Picchu, and the Taj Mahal. With wide coverage of the world's civilizations, events, ideas, and discoveries, Eyewitness Companion: World History is both an essential reference and a fascinating read.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756672430
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
The full story of human endeavor - complete with its dramas, wars, schemes, discoveries, and personalities - is laid out before you in this illustrated guide to the history of our world. Who were the Mongols, the Maya, or Isis? How far did the Roman or the British empire stretch? Why did apartheid or Communism begin, and what were the issues in the Vietnam War? Eyewitness Companion: World History is your convenient reference, answering all your questions. But it also tells you why events happen and explain key issues. Its timelines trace events as they happen, from the appearance of the first humans in Africa to first civilizations and then on to recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and the space race. It succinctly explains how one event led to another and sums up topics that include ancient Egypt, the Romans, the Renaissance, World Wars I and II, slavery and empire, and Communist China. Dotted throughout this comprehensive volume are sumptuous images that reveal historical world treasures, such as the 16,000-year old cave paintings at Lascaux, Machu Picchu, and the Taj Mahal. With wide coverage of the world's civilizations, events, ideas, and discoveries, Eyewitness Companion: World History is both an essential reference and a fascinating read.
DK Eyewitness Books: Farm
Author: Ned Halley
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756668077
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Farming is an integral part of life that has become one of the most valuable and relied upon resources ever. Discover its historical roots and learn about the future of farming in this comprehensive guide. Superb color photographs give the reader a unique "eyewitness" view of farm animals, crops, machines, harvesting, and every other aspect of farming. See all kinds of farm animals, both new breeds and old, a seed drill and a steam threshing machine,a sheep being shorn, an early tractor, a reaper-binder in action, a massive combine harvester, and horses at work. Learn how a cornstack is built, how wheat is separated from chaff, how genetic engineering affects farm animals, when the first plows were made, and what organic farmers do. Discover what silage is, who grew potatoes first, the inventions of the Egyptians, why dibblers walk backward, where corn is stored, what different animals eat, and much, much more! Discover the story of farming plowing, sowing, harvesting and rearing livestock.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756668077
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 66
Book Description
Farming is an integral part of life that has become one of the most valuable and relied upon resources ever. Discover its historical roots and learn about the future of farming in this comprehensive guide. Superb color photographs give the reader a unique "eyewitness" view of farm animals, crops, machines, harvesting, and every other aspect of farming. See all kinds of farm animals, both new breeds and old, a seed drill and a steam threshing machine,a sheep being shorn, an early tractor, a reaper-binder in action, a massive combine harvester, and horses at work. Learn how a cornstack is built, how wheat is separated from chaff, how genetic engineering affects farm animals, when the first plows were made, and what organic farmers do. Discover what silage is, who grew potatoes first, the inventions of the Egyptians, why dibblers walk backward, where corn is stored, what different animals eat, and much, much more! Discover the story of farming plowing, sowing, harvesting and rearing livestock.
Nature Ranger
Author: Richard Walker
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405323744
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Become a Nature Ranger and discover the secrets of the world around you. Learn how plants can tell up from down, track wild animals, and build homes for bats. Over 30 fun projects, facts and handy hints bring the natural world right to your door. Also includes a handy spotter's guide, making exploring nature a breeze - whether you're at home or on the move.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405323744
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 76
Book Description
Become a Nature Ranger and discover the secrets of the world around you. Learn how plants can tell up from down, track wild animals, and build homes for bats. Over 30 fun projects, facts and handy hints bring the natural world right to your door. Also includes a handy spotter's guide, making exploring nature a breeze - whether you're at home or on the move.