Dorling Kindersley 100 Women Who Made History. Remarkable Women Who Shaped Our World Mills Andrea, Hibbert Clare, Caldwell Stella

From brainy biologists and clever chemists, to magnificent mathematicians and phenomenal physicists. Discover 100 remarkable scientists who shaped our world • Containing a universe of knowledge, this amazing kids' educational book tells the story of the extraordinary people who revolutionised our understanding of the world. A stunning way for children to meet science's most important people • Read through information-packed mini-biographies of 100 brilliant scientists and innovators who have shaped our society and how we see the world around us. A perfect "everything you want to know in one place" about the history of science for children aged 8-12 • Readers learn about discoveries that laid the groundwork for some of the most impressive innovations in history

Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about animals • Take a tour of the animal kingdom and discover everything you need to know about creatures from elephants to ants in this colourful and charming first animal reference book • Different chapters focus on different animal types, with a new critter every time you turn the page. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about koalas, armadillos, eagles, penguins, turtles, frogs, sharks, and butterflies and many, many more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to nature

From brainy biologists and clever chemists to magnificent mathematicians and pioneering physicists, discover 100 remarkable scientists who shaped our world.Containing a universe of knowledge, 100 Scientists Who Made History tells the story of the people who increased our grasp of almost everything around us. From Aristotle and Rosalind Franklin, to Marie Curie and Stephen Hawking and Brian Cox, get the low down on the people whose thirst for knowledge has shaped the way we live today.With beautiful photography and illustrations, 100 Scientists Who Made History is a fascinating look at the most important scientists and their discoveries. It's the perfect way for kids to meet science's most important people

Get ready to rub shoulders with the stars! It's time to meet the most amazing people who have ever lived.Great thinkers, revolutionary leaders, daring explorers, powerhouse politicians, clever inventors, skilled artists, sporting legends, and music icons have all changed the course of history and left their mark on the world. This exciting reference book for children shares their personal stories and showcases their achievements as never before.Part of DK's best-selling top 100 series, 100 People Who Made History is a who's who of the great and the good, across nations far and wide. From Marco Polo to Marie Curie and William Shakespeare to Walt Disney, history's movers and shakers are united in the pages of this landmark title. Each personal profile is defined by engaging illustrations, accessible biographies, and unexpected facts to entertain and enlighten

Много веков мир считался "мужским" - женщины не имели прав, не могли работать; их выдавали замуж по расчету и ожидали увидеть кротких хранительниц очага без собственного мнения. Но в каждом столетии, в каждом историческом периоде, в каждой культуре находилась отважная женщина, которая пыталась изменить устои общества и жить так, как хочет она сама. Им приходилось бороться с трудностями, с непониманием общества, возможно, с собственной семьей, но они находили в себе силы не сдаваться и идти только вперед • "Фантастические женщины, которые изменили историю" - книга Кейт Панкхерст о женщинах, которые пошли наперекор всему и смогли навсегда оставить свой след в истории. Покахонтас, Мэри Шелли, Валентина Терешкова, Хатшепсут, Жозефина Бейкер - не все из этих имен могут быть вам знакомы, но каждая из них заслуживает того, чтобы о ней помнили

A comprehensive and accessible visual history of music - from prehistory to the present day • Why did jazz go Latin? And how did blues influence rock? Find out how music has shaped the world from prehistory to the present day • Classical or rock, everyone has their favourite music style, but how did your top choice come about? Music is a compelling and richly illustrated history of the most unifying art form in the world. Explore the roots of all genres from chants of the middle ages through the grandeur of the classical period to the modern rhythm of blues, jazz, hip-hop, and pop. Music includes illustrated histories of instruments and listening suggestions for each musical genre. Spectacular galleries display families of instruments from around the world, while special features showcase the evolution of key instruments, such as the piano and the guitar, and profile iconic innovators such as Mozart, Billie Holiday, and David Bowie

100 carefully curated, useful things that will stimulate your baby or toddler's natural curiosity about the world around them • Help your little one learn important vocabulary and build knowledge with this first word and picture book. Cleverly designed to inform and entertain, 100 First Things to Know takes your little one on an exciting learning adventure. As they point to the pictures and say the words, children can soon recognize colors, shapes, and patterns, count to 10, learn about life cycles, and name weathers and seasons. They will also be introduced to words from the worlds of art, music, math, and science • Part of an award-winning first word book series that mixes engaging, real-life photos with entertaining illustrations, 100 First Things to Know has big, colorful, toddler-tough pages showing lots of things to talk about, learn about, and smile about! The clear word labels encourage naming and picture-and-word association, building language and reading readiness, and every page is a visual treat, making this beautiful look-and-point board book an attractive baby, toddler, or preschool gift

Journey through the history of the world, one day at a time! • If you ever wondered what happened on your birthday 100 years ago, or on Christmas in the year 800 or even Halloween several years ago, then this history book is perfect for you! Discover what happened on each day of the year with this fascinating visual adventure through time • On This Day is not your ordinary history reference book. Inside the pages, you will find the following • - Key historical events are arranged by their date in the year • - Mixes serious history with fun facts for children and bizarre events • - War, peace, inventions, science, sport, people - all in an eclectic, visual mix • - Birthdays that are shared by famous historical figures and modern celebrities • - A fun, accessible way to enjoy history • - Every main story is presented through great images • Travel back in time and find out all the exciting things that happened around the year from January 1st to December 31st

Discover the real history behind the Mayflower in this illustrated nonfiction storybook for kids ages 7 to 9, timed to coincide with the 400th anniversary of the Pilgrims' famous voyage to the Americas • Step on board the Mayflower and meet the amazing crew and passengers, from burly sailors to pilgrims, servants, orphaned children, and animals. Discover who the pilgrims were and why they chose to risk their lives to make the treacherous journey across the Atlantic, relive the ferocious storms as the Mayflower crested gigantic waves, find out what life was really like on board for the 102 passengers, and discover the secret history of the second ship, the Speedwell. Learn the real story of the Pilgrims' fateful landing on the shores of what is now Massachusetts

This busy board book encourages hands-on fun for your toddler as they learn about baby animals from all around the world! • Introducing My First Baby Animals, an adorable board book for babies and toddlers, featuring a wide range of cute animal babies for them to explore and love. This engaging animal book is packed with bright, colourful pictures and fun-filled activities to get your little ones thinking and talking, and your child will love learning about baby animals and the noises they make along the way • What animal babies live at home or on the farm? Who lives in the jungle? From fluffy pets to wild animal babies, toddlers will love discovering where different baby animals live and squeaking, squawking, and oinking along with them! This vibrant board book is a must-have for babies and toddlers aged 0-3 to encourage early learning and help your child develop early speaking, listening, and observation skills

Delve beneath the surface of Earth with this pictorial atlas and discover the secrets of our planet • How did planet Earth form? What's under the surface, and how can we see it? Why do volcanoes erupt? What do coasts and caves have in common? What's so important about rocks and soil? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions and more, then this may be the book for you! • Introducing The Earth Atlas - a lavishly illustrated guide to our planet. From oceans to ice regions to deserts, this book takes you on an exciting trip to discover more about the Earth's features, explaining how they formed and what impact they have on us even today, supporting life and literally shaping the world with every tectonic movement! • Ready for an adventure? Dive straight in to discover • - A strikingly visual guide to the innermost depths of our Earth • - Exquisite hand-drawn illustrations and maps making the information engaging and accessible • - A diverse range of fascinating information using captions and detailed cross sections • From ferocious volcanoes to testing tornadoes, The Earth Atlas is an engaging, fact-packed, and educational book for children aged 9-12, especially those interested in natural science, geology, geography, or ecology

Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar Made Easy. Ages 5-7. Key Stage 1 - Учебное пособие серии «English Made Easy» • "Орфография, пунктуация и грамматика с легкостью. 5-7 лет. Ступень 1" - это одна из серий рабочих тетрадей Кэрол Вордерман, наполненных заметками и советами, которые сделают домашнее обучение легким и увлекательным! Выполняйте упражнения и занятия со своим ребенком дома, чтобы улучшить его успеваемость в школе. Каждое название содержит таблицу прогресса, чтобы ваш ребенок мог отслеживать все выполненные им упражнения и раскрашивать звездочки по ходу выполнения. Полезные заметки для родителей объясняют, что детям необходимо знать на каждом этапе и что включено в учебную программу, чтобы вы могли с уверенностью поддерживать своего ребенка и обучать его на дому