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Step into Leonardo da Vinci's workshop, relax on board Hideo Shima's speedy bullet train, and join movie star Hedy Lamarr to bounce ideas around in between takes. Inventors looks at the towering achievements of more than 50 inventors in great detail. From Lizzie Magie, who came up with the idea for the game Monopoly, but had it stolen, to the ancient Turkish polymath Ismail al-Jazari, who decided the best way to power a clock was with a model ...

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 the...

A comprehensive and unbiased account of the history and traditions of the Islamic faith, part of the "Big Ideas" series. Examines the early foundations of the faith, and the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhmmad as well as the global reach of Islam today.

Uncover the twisted tales that inspired the big screen's greatest screams.Which case of demonic possession inspired The Exorcist? What horrifying front-page story generated the idea for A Nightmare on Elm Street? Which film was based on the infamous skin-wearing murderer Ed Gein?Unearth the terrifying and true tales behind some of the scariest Horror movies to ever haunt our screens, including the Enfield poltergeist case that was retold in Th...

A jargon-free guide to every aspect of management, covering leadership, communication, negotiation, innovation and more.

A look at the wonders of Japan and what makes this country and their culture so interesting and unique.Find out all about Japan with this nonfiction reading book for children. Packed with facts, DK's Welcome to Japan will make learning to read fun and engaging for kids. Children will discover all about Japanese calligraphy, the cherry blossom festival, and Mount Fuji. They will also learn about the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo. These amazing ...

Teach young children about their emotions with this illustrated board book that helps kids understand why they get angry, and how to deal with it.I Feel Angry guides children through this common emotion, containing information about how anger works in the brain, and asking them, what makes you angry? Anger is portrayed in a highly visual way using images that young children can easily comprehend, such as a red mist and an expanding balloon. Th...

A warm and stylistically bold picture book series teaching children how to come to terms with positive and negative emotions healthily.

Encourage little ones to explore their emotions and discover exactly what makes them happy in this board book for young children.I Feel Happy is the ideal board book to help children understand how happiness works for them. It is often difficult for children, and adults, to articulate their emotions and to understand why they act the way they do. This bright and colorful board book encourages adults and children to read together and gain a dee...

A feast of football facts, plus everything you need to know about action on the pitch and behind the scenes at the stadium.This book is a visual guide to the world's most popular game, From the rules of the game to the top tournaments - the information leaps right off the page! Learn about historic ball games and the birth of football. Gen up on the laws of the game and the new technology that referees use to make vital decisions. See what it ...

The clearest and sharpest recognition guide to more than 500 rocks and minerals. Unearth a treasure trove of knowledge about the rocks and minerals beneath our feet - from their formation to collecting them. Make identification easy and accurate with this compact visual guide, packed with photographs and details on formation, distinguishing features, and much more. Over 600 high-quality photographs capture the unique characteristics, colours, ...

The quick and easy photographic guide to herbs of the world - for novices and established enthusiasts alike.This compact visual guide features the highest quality photographs, capturing the unique details of more than 700 plants used by people around the world in cooking, healing, cosmetics, and even pest control. Each herb's entry includes annotated photographs to highlight the herb's distinguishing features, colour illustrations showing a ty...

What is populism? Is communism the same in China and Cuba? What makes a democracy? If you're not sure, this is the book for you! Look inside to find out why politics matters, and how its ideas shape our world.How do ideas make the world go round? What is populism? What are the political left and right? What's the difference between capitalism and communism, or democracy and dictatorship? Who really holds the power? Can everyone have freedom of...

The atlas of everything you need to know about our planet today.This encyclopedic view of our planet, fully revised and updated for the 8th edition, sets new standards in cartographic excellence. Created using the latest digital techniques and satellite data, high-definition maps of the whole world are complemented by superb photographs, diagrams and topic maps. First published in 2001, this extensive atlas is an invaluable reference for home,...

Meet 14 very special Marvel Super Heroes.Captain Marvel is brave. Moon Girl has big dreams. Hawkeye likes new challenges and Black Panther protects people. Super Heroes come from different worlds, but what unites them all is fighting for good.DK's Marvel We Are Super Heroes introduces children to cool, inspirational characters with different backgrounds and personalities, from Miles Morales to America Chavez. Children will learn more about the...

Yoga activities are a great way to teach children about relaxation, meditation, and peace - while having fun at the same time! This box is packed with yoga activities - children will learn how to stretch into Tree Pose, bend into Bow Pose, and breathe like a lion. Children can choose what they need and select an appropriate pose, whether they want to feel relaxed, energised, strong, or balanced. Step-by-step instructions guide children through...

Down where worms wriggle and microbes squirm, there's a whole world waiting to be discovered...Under Your Feet delves beneath the Earth's surface and explores the diverse wonders hidden there. Encounter creatures of the deep and marvel at the mind-boggling size of the humongous fungus - the biggest organism in the world. Learn how one handful of ordinary soil contains more organisms than there are people on Earth, and carry out experiments usi...

Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians. Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both s...

With more than 30 activities and crafts that children can play their way through, this kids' book takes the fear away from maths. Children will find out that being a mathematician isn't just about scrawling numbers on a dusty chalkboard - it is part of our everyday lives! How to be a Maths Whizz will teach kids to think like maths pros as they ask mathematical questions and get hands-on with key maths concepts. From calculation and place value...

A non-fiction chapter book presenting information about the characters, settings and themes of the Marvel "Black Panther" comics and films.