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Explore the exciting world of numbers Whether you're a maths geek or prefer practical hands-on projects, this book combines creativity with calculations. You don't have to be a genius or even need a calculator - each of the super-fun make-and-do projects in this book comes with simple step-by-step photographs and instructions that will help you whip up a cool maths creation. Perfect for kids who are interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths), Maths Lab features activities that cover many aspects of maths, including numbers, measurement, and geometry. You'll combine art and maths by drawing impossible objects, create beautiful patterns to make a times-table dreamcatcher, and perfect the ratio for making refreshing fruit drinks. Throughout the book, explanatory boxes show you how the maths works and how the skills you've learned can be used in the real world. Maths Lab is the perfect package for curious kids who are interested in taking the mystery out of maths.

This book is an exercise in building your network. We've spoken to over 40 successful business people to help you gain from their advice and create space for your own personal growth. Twice As Hard is an exploration of Black identity in the working world and a blueprint for success. You will learn what obstacles limit opportunity for Black professional progress, how to understand and overcome racial stereotypes, be productive, find purpose, and ultimately thrive in business. Authors Opeyemi and Raphael Sofoluke explore their own personal brand of ethics, the challenges they have faced in their careers, and the learnings they took from them, before inviting other successful business people in a broad range of industries to share their experiences and the practical measures they take to realise their goals, too. Featuring tips on entrepreneurship, as well as insights on the corporate world, this book aims to empower and inspire Black professionals, get everyone thinking and talking about their actions, and continue the fight for a truly inclusive, understanding society.

This book is an exercise in building your network. We've spoken to over 40 successful business people to help you gain from their advice and create space for your own personal growth. Twice As Hard is an exploration of Black identity in the working world and a blueprint for success. You will learn what obstacles limit opportunity for Black professional progress, how to understand and overcome racial stereotypes, be productive, find purpose, and ultimately thrive in business. Authors Opeyemi and Raphael Sofoluke explore their own personal brand of ethics, the challenges they have faced in their careers, and the learnings they took from them, before inviting other successful business people in a broad range of industries to share their experiences and the practical measures they take to realise their goals, too. Featuring tips on entrepreneurship, as well as insights on the corporate world, this book aims to empower and inspire Black professionals, get everyone thinking and talking about their actions, and continue the fight for a truly inclusive, understanding society.

Look up! What do you see? This charming nature book will encourage children to look, listen, and feel nature all around. From cloud patterns to constellations, the chirrup of a single sparrow to the trees that rustle in the wind - the beauty of nature is everywhere. This children's book is perfect for cultivating a love of natural science. Inside this beautifully illustrated children's guide, Up In The Air you'll discover: - Cross-curriculum science topics covering botany, ornithology, meteorology and more - Charming illustrations that help your little one develop their sky-watching skills - perfect for young readers between the ages of 7-9 - Plant and animal species that live above us from all around the world - A guide to bird watching for kids, cloud spotting and identifying different constellations of stars Up In The Air looks at the habitats above our heads, uncovering the insects that make their homes in tree trunks and the animals that move from tree to tree in towering rainforests. Young readers will discover the joy nature can bring to us, and build on their understanding of the natural world. This nature activity book for kids is the perfect introduction to climatology, astronomy and the intricacies of flora and fauna life. Children will learn about Earth's ecosystem and understand why living things are vital for our planet's future, whether they are insects pollinating plants, or trees helping to make the air we breathe.

Open pop-up pages, pull tabs, lift flaps, and be amazed! - young children learn about space, forces, plants, liquids, light, sound, and electricity as they play. With colourful illustrations, lots of cool, interactive novelties, and kid-friendly explanations written by award-winning science teacher Jules Pottle, The Really Incredible Science Book brings science to life for young learners. This engaging book follows the early primary science curriculum, with a few extra topics to extend learning, so that 5 to 8 year olds feel supported and excited when they meet science subjects in and out of class. Children discover what's in space, what happens when we mix things, how sounds are made, what a magnet is, how circuits work, what makes a rainbow, how plants grow, and so much more! Throughout, there are amazing novelties to explore, including pop-ups, tabs to pull, intriguing flaps, and cutaway pictures, and some of these novelties literally make science happen on the page!

Go on a journey from bean to brew and explore the history of coffee, its production and how to become an expert barista at home. Are you a coffee lover who wants to learn how to extract the perfect brew? This coffee guide is a must-have for anyone looking for information and inspiration to experiment with different beans, methods, and flavours. Inside this essential go-to guide to all things coffee, you'll discover: - The essential coffee brewing methods and equipment to help you extract and brew all kinds of coffee with confidence - Explore the origins of coffee from how cherries are grown, the process of coffee harvesting, and processing into the coffee beans you know and love - A region-by-region tour of leading coffee-producing countries highlights local processing techniques and different coffee flavour profiles - Visual step-by-step techniques show you how to roast the beans, prepare an espresso shot, steam milk, and make delicious coffees, just like a barista! - Over 70 recipes to suit every taste from warming winter brews to refreshing iced coffees blends for a hot summer day - including dairy-free alternatives to milk too! Improve your appreciation and knowledge of one of the world's favourite pastimes - drinking coffee! Discover the incredible variety of coffee beans grown around the world with profiles from over 40 countries from far-flung places like Vietnam and Bolivia. Readers can delve into coffee tasting and use a tasters wheel to understand the nuances in flavour from bean to bean and understand which notes complement one another. A great gift to the coffee lovers in your life, they'll be able to delve into the preparation of coffee, from roasting, grinding to brewing. Easy step-by-step instructions will show you the common brewing equipment used to make different coffees. Using the techniques that you have learned, explore the recipe section and master the classics, such as the Americano, Flat White and Macchiato, to more unusual choices, like Caffe de Olla and Ice Maple Latte. Brew coffee at home like a pro and start your day right with The Coffee Book.

Experts of every kind are queueing up to warn us that lack of sleep, or the wrong kind, will bring down a bewildering array of dire consequences. Heather Darwall-Smith's message in this book is simple: don't panic! Humans are biologically programmed to sleep, and by interrogating all the factors - sociological, physiological, neurological, and psychological - that might be impeding this innate instinct, each of us can work out the changes we can make in our own lifestyles to allow ourselves to sleep naturally again. Understand and transform your sleep habits, one night at a time.

Create your own Disney magic! Delve into the spellbinding world of Disney Princess and make your own magical crafts. Dress up in Moana's flower crown. Create Cinderella's pumpkin coach. Put on a shadow puppet show with Mushu. Pretend to be a Disney Princess with selfie props - and much more. With more than 25 projects accompanied by clear illustrated step-by-step instructions and top tips from expert crafters, there are ideas to suit every budding prince or princess! (c)2020 Disney/Pixar

Explore the history of the people, politics, and events of World War II - one of the most destructive events in world history. If you're keen on military history and World War II, this book is for you. This complete visual guide covers the events leading up to the war, major military battles around the globe, and the aftermath and its effects on our world today. Inside the pages of this chronological retelling, World War II is captured in hundreds of compelling images and eyewitness accounts of people involved in the epic conflict. Discover: - Comprehensive and objective coverage of every major military conflict and its impact on the rest of the war, with vivid descriptions and first-person accounts - Biography spreads highlight major military and political figures such as Adolf Hitler, Winston Churchill, Benito Mussolini, and Joseph Stalin - Find out about key battles, political, and economic forces, and technological advances that influenced the course of the war - Packed with striking graphics - including rarely seen colour photographs - Cross-referencing appears throughout, with timelines and global maps establishing an overview of each year of the conflict - Features on everyday life in the war and the discovery of Holocaust concentration camps add to the wider picture - Gallery spreads displaying weapons, spy gear, and other equipment that defined the war Renowned military historian Richard Holmes authors this compelling military book which explores the key events, people, and equipment that defined the most destructive event in world history. Meet the key players of the war through thought-provoking profiles and eyewitness accounts - from national leaders making decisions to combatants on the front-line, and the civilians left behind. Also explore definitive battles that altered the course of the war such as Pearl Harbor, Hiroshima, and the D-Day landings.

Discover the benefits of yoga for the mind, body, and spirit with this definitive guide from world-renowned yoga authority B.K.S. Iyengar. Learn how you can use yoga to improve every aspect of your life with B.K.S. Iyengar, globally respected for his holistic approach and technical accuracy. In B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health, the guru himself guides you through more than 50 yoga poses, each with step-by-step instructions illustrated in full colour. Iyengar even explains his philosophy throughout the book - it's like having yoga classes with him as your own personal instructor. A special, 20-week beginners' yoga course makes yoga accessible for people of all ages and abilities. Twenty classic Iyengar yoga poses have a unique, 360-degree presentation so that you can see the correct position from all angles. Specially developed yoga sequences help you to alleviate more than 80 ailments, ranging from asthma and arthritis to varicose veins. Whether you are new to yoga and looking for somewhere to start, or more experienced and want to perfect your technique, this comprehensive guide will help you improve your abilities and work towards a happy and healthy life.

Create a healthy, happy home with 100 design ideas to support your physical and mental wellbeing. Using the latest evidence and research in wellbeing and Biophilic Design, learn how to transform every space in your home to create a restorative and nurturing environment. Discover the many benefits of connecting to nature, maximising natural light, improving air quality, and the right way to add colour, texture, and pattern to create spaces that improve relaxation, recuperation, social connections, and sleep. Together with the research team at Oliver Heath Design, including sustainability expert Victoria Jackson, psychologist Eden Goode, and designer Jo Baston, Oliver has devised each solution with easy implementation in mind. Whatever your budget and whether you rent or own your property you can use these stylish fun and affordable ideas to make your home a sanctuary.

2 complete Sunday lunches transform into 100 ideas for using up the leftovers during the week All the time- and money-saving benefits of batch-cooking - but with way more fun, flavour and variety. In today's world, where money is tight and people are busy, taking some time at the weekend to cook and share a truly delicious meal that's full of comforting goodness can help you to forget your worries, restore balance, and reconnect with loved ones. Best of all, it won't fill you up for just one day, but leave enough for quick and cheap platefuls later in the week, with zero food waste. Sunday to Saturday is packed with recipes for 12 complete Sunday lunches - each with a starter, main, side dish and dessert - followed by more than 100 creative ideas for turning what's left into new meals and snacks during the week. Whip up a delicious breakfast using leftovers from your Cherry Almond Fudge cake to make marscapone and cherry French toast with a glass of cherry ice tea; then magic the remains of a roast chicken and side of cheesy baked leeks into a leek and potato soup for lunch and Chicken and Ginger Broth with noodles and spring onions for dinner. So say goodbye to sad leftovers and boring batch-cooking, and let chef Kimberley Duke show you a new way to cook that's easy on your time and money, but big on taste and pleasure!

Packed with research and exercises that support you to build your strongest body - at home or in the gym. Is it time to lose weight, tone and sculpt, gain muscle and speed up your metabolism? This book gives you practical advice on how to do just that. It also gives you valuable insight into how nutrition and exercise can improve your health. Inside the pages of this strength training book, you'll discover: - The physiology and benefits of strength training - Workout plans for beginners, enthusiasts, and personal trainers - The hard dietary science that debunks common myths and important information to properly fuel your body - Depictions of 33 exercises: how to perfect them, common mistakes, and the benefits of each In this book, author Austin Current takes readers through the science of strength training, weight loss, nutrition and overall health. The book looks at why many people fear strength training, why they shouldn't, and how they can incorporate it into their daily lives. Filled with CGI artworks and science-backed information, this exercise book will help you transform your body and improve your wellbeing. This book also includes full workout plans and over 100 individual exercises. You'll learn how your muscles engage at each stage, how to do movements with correct form and how to prevent injury, and shows you different variations for home and gym. This book is also packed with nutritional information and includes dietary advice for vegans and vegetarians. DK's Science of series dives into the science of various types of exercises such as weight training, running, and yoga. Each book discusses the benefits of the specific type of workout and how you can transform your outlook about health and fitness. How The Book Works The first section - human physiology - introduces you to the wonder that is skeletal muscle and the mechanisms that underpin strength training's demands on the body. It will help you understand how muscles work and grow, and how the resistance work stimulates muscles to develop strength and size, alongside its positive impacts on bones and connective tissue. It also explains how the body powers muscular work and shows you how to calculate your own daily macronutrient requirements. Lastly, you're given an overview of the benefits to the brain, and the crucial role it plays in attitude and mental health. The second section - strength exercises - is devoted to a comprehensive collection of strength training exercises to perform, along with many variations offered to compliment your available training equipment, personal preferences, and level of challenge - at home or in the gym. Each exercise displays the muscles being used throughout the movement with detailed instruction on how to achieve proper form and technique; common mistakes are covered, too. The third section - preventing injury - explores common injuries related to resistance training, with explanations on how to avoid them and how to return to training if you do suffer an injury. A consistent and structured routine, including a proper warm-up, prepares the body for work, and the various mobility exercises and stretches given will help you tune in to how your body is responding to the training. The final section - how to train - outlines everything you need to know about the variables of effective strength training, such as training volume and fatigue management. Whether you want to build muscle, strength, or endurance, you'll find an easy-to-follow program to suit, as well as alternatives for those wanting to workout more often. Then programs form the base of your training and can be adjusted in the months and years to come.

Embark on an action-packed, first-class tour and explore the homes of Earth's most awe-inspiring animals! This illustrated children's atlas brings the animal kingdom to life like never before through spectacular, specially commissioned 3D maps and artworks. A fact-filled adventure of a lifetime awaits, are you ready? Inside the pages of this visually stunning animal encyclopedia, you'll discover: - 3D maps show the habitats and geographic location of more than 100 incredible animals - Text on each spread providing relevant background information about each animal - Maps revealing the shrinking territories of some species to inform kids about endangered animals and how to protect them From African savanna elephants and Arctic wolves to giant pandas and polar bears, this educational book for kids shows you exactly where and how over 100 extraordinary animal species live. Detailed 3D maps and dynamic images give you a peek inside the habitat of each animal, as well as its geographic location. Filled with fun facts for kids revealing an astonishing amount of information about the behaviour of some of the most amazing animals. You'll discover where lions hunt their prey, which penguin lives closest to the South Pole, and where you might encounter the world's most deadly snakes. Perfect for home learning, this atlas book is great for children to dip into for school projects and is a fantastic addition to any family library. Complete the Series: If you enjoyed exploring the world's wildlife in What's Where in Earth: Animal Atlas, look out for more titles in this series from DK. It's perfect for children who are interested in animals, nature, ecology, geography and maps! From earthquakes to satellites, mummies to river monsters, discover our world as you've never seen it before in What's Where on Earth.

Enter the world of oceans and discover all the interesting animals that live in them! Swim with jellyfish, wonder at the busy life of a seagrass meadow, and fence with narwhals. Children will be delighted to learn about life under the sea and how to conserve it for generations to come. Inside the pages of Earth's Incredible Oceans, you'll discover: - Fascinating information about oceans that supports and goes beyond the national curriculum - Fun and unusual facts for curious 7-9 year-olds about amazing sea creatures, underwater habitats, and how we can bring about environmental change - Compelling and factual text written by animal expert Jess French, and beautifully detailed ocean-themed illustrations by Claire McElfatrick Let's go on an underwater adventure! From glowing jellyfish to deep-sea dwellers, they'll discover the incredible secret world of life under the sea. This ocean book is filled with colourful visuals that will delight and inspire kids - teaching them the importance of the ocean and how we can help to take care of it. Fish, sharks, whales, and invertebrates swim through the pages of this colourful ocean book, which combines gorgeous illustrations and photos to help young enthusiasts learn all about the world's oceans. Children will learn interesting facts, and explanations about how the ocean functions, such as, how underwater plants and species rely on each other, and how ocean animals have fun and look after their young. This beautiful book is the perfect gift for young animal and conservation enthusiasts.

The ultimate visual guide for children passionate about all things equine. Calling all horse lovers! This horse book for kids is a one-stop-shop for everything from their history, anatomy, breeds, how to care for them, their social significance and more! Inside the pages of this children's book about equestrian knowledge you will find: - Informative features on all the major horse and pony breeds, from the enormous Dutch Draught Horse to the tiny Argentine Falabella - Beautiful photographs and detailed illustrations of magnificent horses found across the world - Learn about the importance of horses across different cultures from sport, shows, traditions and celebrations, to transport, police work, and even shrimp-fishing! - Extensive information and step-by-step instructions on horse-riding and caring for these beautiful animals From the difference between horses and ponies to why horses sleep standing up, this comprehensive guide explores every horsey topic you could want to explore! Colourful photographs and pictures on every page include many different horses and pony breeds, from Shetland ponies, shire horses and thoroughbreds and highlights their importance in our world today. Children will learn how to care for horses and understand their behaviours, covering topics such as grooming a horse, how to muck out a stable, and looking after tack. The book also explores horse skills and will answer questions about riding horses and ponies, such as what dressage is, how to steer a horse and much more!