Derek Harvey

Otroliga bilder visar och förklarar naturvetenskapliga fenomen och teknik på ett helt nytt sätt! I denna storslagna, rikt illustrerade bok får du närma dig vetenskapens fascinerande värld. Här finns otroliga bilder med 3D-effekt som kommer få dig att häpna. Lär dig hur atomer binder till varandra, varför diamanter är så hårda medan metaller är böjbara och hur bergarter och kristaller bildas. Upptäck livet på vår planet, från hur en gitarr fungerar, hur tv-satelliter är uppbyggda till hur det ser ut inuti människokroppen. Du kan i detalj studera såväl atomers beståndsdelar och världens minsta organismer som universums storheter. Med stora, tydliga färgbilder och lättläst fakta väver Stora boken om vetenskap samman fysik, kemi och biologi och presenterar ämnena på ett sätt som har relevans i barns liv - det finns något kul att lära på varje sida! Stora boken om vetenskap är det ultimata uppslagsverket för alla som är intresserade av världen och hur saker och ting fungerar. Läs också: Stora boken om dinosaurier Stora boken om fordon Stora boken om havet Stora boken om historia Stora boken om jorden Stora boken om människokroppen Stora boken om rymden

Take children on a grand tour of a grand tour of the lushest places on Earth in this striking book all about forests. From the mighty Amazon rainforest to the quiet, snow-covered boreal forests of Alaska, discover 10 of the world's most spectacular forests and the animals and plants that live in them in this beautiful gift book for children aged 7-9. This fascinating book on forests offers:The fourth in a series of 4 books that takes children on a grand tour around the different habitats of the world. Everything you could want to know about habitats; the animals and plants that live there, the geography of the area and plenty of incredible factsA giftable book with foil on the cover and edges, plus beautiful illustrations and photographs on every page. Young nature enthusiasts can learn all about the impressive forests of the world, with intriguing information about their geography, and flora and fauna alongside detailed photography and beautiful illustrations. Explore how forests support an incredible variety of life, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals and how they produce the oxygen we breathe. Learn about the fascinating symbiosis between plants and animals and how these forests change throughout the year. As well as the wonders of these remote areas, the threats facing mountains and their species are also investigated in this geography book for children.

Take children on a grand tour of a grand tour of the lushest places on Earth in this striking book all about forests. From the mighty Amazon rainforest to the quiet, snow-covered boreal forests of Alaska, discover 10 of the world's most spectacular forests and the animals and plants that live in them in this beautiful gift book for children aged 7-9. This fascinating book on forests offers: The fourth in a series of 4 books that takes children on a grand tour around the different habitats of the world. Everything you could want to know about habitats; the animals and plants that live there, the geography of the area, and plenty of incredible facts A giftable book with foil on the cover and edges, plus beautiful illustrations and photographs on every page. Young nature enthusiasts can learn all about the impressive forests of the world, with intriguing information about their geography, and flora and fauna alongside detailed photography and beautiful illustrations. Explore how forests support an incredible variety of life, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals, and how they produce the oxygen we breathe. Learn about the fascinating symbiosis between plants and animals and how these forests change throughout the year. As well as the wonders of these remote areas, the threats facing mountains and their species are also investigated in this geography book for children.

Lär dig allt om världens farligaste, läskigaste och mest respektingivande djur i detta storslagna uppslagsverk. Upptäck skrämmande fakta om alla möjliga sorters farliga djur och läs om vassa tänder, livsfarligt gift, dödliga stick och listiga jakttekniker. Här kan du läsa om stora och skräckinjagande djur som vithaj, krokodil och tiger och små men livsfarliga djur som spindlar, flugor, myror och myggor. Ett fantastiskt bildmaterial visar alla djur du bör se upp för och korta faktatexter informerar bland annat om hur farligt varje djur är och var de lever. I samma serie finns också: Rymden : Ett illustrerat uppslagsverk Dinosaurier och andra förhistoriska djur : Ett illustrerat uppslagsverk

Superhajar tar dig med på en resa långt ner i djupen för att möta de ovanliga och fascinerande varelser som lever där. Här kan du bland annat ta reda på hur en hammarhaj letar efter sitt byte, vilken fisk som kallas havets vampyr och läsa om havets enhörning, narvalen. Lär dig vilken fisk som är den snabbaste simmaren, vilken haj som kan hoppa fyra meter över vattenytan, vilken fisk som ruvar sina ägg i munnen och vilket som är det smartaste blötdjuret. Fantastiska, detaljerade och storslagna fotografier visar hajar och en mängd andra havslevande varelser, från den pyttelilla pygmésjöhästen till den väldiga valhajen med sitt stora gap. Med fakta, statistik och otroliga bilder presenteras här över 60 superdjur i djupet!

From penguins to elephants and snakes to sharks, let your budding zoologist discover incredible facts about animals big and small. Ever wondered why ducks float or how a spider makes a web? This fascinating animal book reveals the answers to more than 200 intriguing questions children ask about their favorite animals. Let's explore them all Inside the pages of this first encyclopedia about animals, you'll find: - Five chapters covering mammals, birds, marine life, creepy-crawlies, and reptiles and amphibians. - Information that is presented in bite-sized chunks and images that are clearly captioned and annotated. - Stunning photography of animals in their natural surroundings. - Answers more than 200 questions about animals, like "Can dogs see color?" or "Why do tigers have stripes?" in an engaging question and answer format. - "Quick quiz" boxes that allow the reader to test their friends and family on trivia about the animal kingdom. This fact-packed nature book for kids takes young readers on an epic adventure of exploring the animal kingdom It's organized by group and covers all areas of the animal kingdom, from mammals and birds to insects, reptiles and fish. Each page asks a new question and answers it with clear, simple text alongside amazing pictures, providing engaging information to help kids understand all about animal life and behavior. Created in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution, this updated animal encyclopedia is the perfect addition to any in-school or home library. It features a fresh and simple design approach that keeps the pages clear and easy to navigate. It's the perfect gift for kids ages 7-9 who are interested in animals and the natural world Get your child learning with DK's Did You Know? series of children's educational books. It's packed with fantastic facts for curious minds Look out for Did You Know? Human Body and learn about all aspects of the human body.

Möt hajar, valar, sköldpaddor, bläckfiskar och massor av andra spännande djur i denna faktaspäckade och storslagna bok om havet. Magnifika och detaljrika bilder levandegör världshaven och deras olika livsmiljöer, både i grunda, kustnära vatten och långt ner i djupen. Här kan du bland annat lära dig varför gigantiska tsunamier bildas och hur starka strömmar får havsvattnet att cirkulera runt hela jorden. Du kan ta reda på hur man kan utvinna energi ur haven och hur det ser ut inuti en fisketrålare. Stora boken om havet är en fascinerande, allomfattande och mycket rikt illustrerad faktabok som visar vår blå planet som du aldrig sett den förut. Läs, titta och låt dig förundras! I samma serie finns också: Stora boken om historiaStora boken om rymdenStora boken om vetenskapStora boken om människokroppenStora boken om dinosaurier

Dive into the unexplored depths of the deep blue sea and discover its secrets with this trusty and beautifully-illustrated guide by Lonely Planet Kids. Meet the amazing animals, birds and plants that live in our oceans, the habitats in which they live, then learn about the harmful effects climate change, oil spills and plastic waste can have on them - plus, what you can do to help future generations! From the odd-shaped head of the great hammerhead shark to the hairy strips of baleen in a baleen whale’s mouth, meet some of the ocean’s oddest creatures and discover how they have evolved to live and thrive under the sea. Journey from the colourful coral reefs of the Indian Ocean to the wild waves of freezing Antarctica, covering everywhere from sandy beaches, deserted open seas and mile-deep trenches in-between. Learn all about the history of how the oceans came to be, as well as the sunken cities that were claimed by them, then understand just how powerful the force of water can be as you explore tides, waves, tsunamis and currents. After dropping anchor like the pirate Jack Sparrow on tropical, palm-fringed islands, end with a lesson on how humans have been using and abusing our oceans throughout the years, and what we can do to help protect them for the future. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids – an imprint of the world’s leading travel authority Lonely Planet – published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

Dive deep into the hidden depths of the world's oceans and seas. Did you know that oceans cover 70% of our planet? That's a lot to explore Plunge into Lonely Planet Kids' The Ocean Book to travel around the world and discover amazing animals, birds and plants who call the ocean home, explore the ruins of shipwrecks and underwater cities, meet marine biologists and fishers who work on the water. You'll also come ashore to discover amazing islands and beaches, and learn what it's like to live in a remote place in the middle of the ocean. Join explorers on their voyages to learn about the sea, from the very first explorations and trade routes, to the latest technology used to discover what lies in the ocean's forbidden depths. What effect does climate change have on our oceans? What about plastic waste and oil spills? Learn about how the ocean has been put in danger by humans and the ways you can help make a difference and protect the seas for future generations. Chapters include: Oceans of the WorldPrehistoric OceansThe Ocean EnvironmentOcean LifeCoasts and the Intertidal ZoneOffshore MarginsThe Open OceanThe Deep OceanIslandsPolar OceansOcean ExplorationUsing, Abusing and Protecting the OceansAbout Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore

Go on a journey that spans every corner of our planet. What do freezing mountain peaks, vast deserts, lush forests, and the deepest, darkest oceans have in common? They're all places that incredible animals call home. Through the Animal Kingdom invites you on a journey through these habitats to discover the secret lives of the animals that live there. Track a bald eagle as it soars majestically over the Rocky Mountains, follow migrating wildebeests across the Serengeti as they attempt a dangerous river crossing under the watchful eyes of hungry predators, or trace the tracks of the solitary amur leopard - the rarest cat on Earth - as it silently stalks its prey through the icy forests of the Siberian wilderness.

An illustrated introduction to genetics. The Secret Life of Genes is the story of genetic science and how it makes each of us unique. It spans the discovery of the gene and the all-encompassing role it plays in biology: from controlling the inner workings of cells and the development of embryos, through patterns of inheritance, to the evolution of new forms of life. From there developed the vast and boundless field of genetic science and research. Readers will get a sneak peek into the Human Genome Project, the international scientific research project with the goal of determining the sequence of nucleotide base pairs that make up human DNA. From this, scientists identified and mapped all of the genes of the human genome from both a physical and a functional standpoint, and opened a Pandora's box of secrets: the hidden workings of the human genome; how gene switching, junk DNA, and genetic mutation might be affecting our everyday lives; and why patents are soaring for genetic inventions. The Secret Life of Genes is written in accessible language and organized for easy comprehension. It opens with the basics and the key theories, goes on to describe DNA sequencing and what we can do with it. It then looks at the history of the world's DNA and gives readers an exciting glimpse of the future of the field.