Most Popular Books by Editors of Kingfisher

Kingfisher''s encyclopedias are award-winning, information-packed reference books for all the family. The new, updated editions are beautiful versions of these trusted favorites--perfect for gifts and reference alike. If you want one history encyclopedia, this is it! History leaps from the page in this completely revised and updated edition of the critically acclaimed Kingfisher History Encyclopedia by the editors at Kingfisher. From man''s earliest history right through to the technological and social revolutions of the current day, this trusted reference provides a one-stop source for research, and is the perfect companion to any study of world history. The encyclopedia is organized chronologically and then thematically within each time period. A timeline runs across the top of each page for context. Each section includes biographies of important people and key features on the art, architecture, and technology of the period. No more hunting and pecking all over the internet for incomplete or un-vetted information. With 3,500 indexed references and more than 2,000 full-color illustrations, photographs, and source materials, as well as research-friendly back matter and index, this encyclopedia provides a beautiful, authoritative reference that is essential for any home, school, or library.

Kingfisher''s encyclopedias are award-winning, information-packed reference books for all the family. The new, updated editions are beautiful versions of these trusted favourites – perfect for gifts and reference alike. If you want one children''s general encyclopedia, this is it! Fully revised and updated, to reflect the latest developments in science, technology, and world events, The Kingfisher Children''s Encyclopedia, 3rd edition by the editors of Kingfisher, is a trusted resource for helping children understand the world we live in. The encyclopedia is alphabetically organized with headwords in the top left-hand corner for easy browsing. Authoritative text offers thorough coverage of each subject, while bright and informative original artwork, photographs, and captions provide plenty of visual interest. Cross-reference boxes encourage research skills, and fact and chronology boxes provide quick reference points for homework and reports. A fact-finder at the back of the encyclopedia has a timeline of key historical events and personalities from around the world. With entries on everything from Australian Aboriginal people to zoology, this encyclopedia is the ultimate one-stop reference for home or classroom.

Includes eight collector cards and free audio download.

Includes eight collector cards and free audio download.

"Get your teeth into the world of wild cats!"--Cover.

Easy-reading information book on the high-interest topic of explorers, from ancient discoverers to today''s space travelers.

Profiles snakes, providing information on vipers, rattlesnakes, boas, and pythons.

Packed with up-to-date information, facts and stats on dogs and puppies--and a great read too!

Easy-reading information book on the high-interest topic of the people and places of ancient Greece.

Beastly Bugs tells you everything you want to know about the world of minibeasts, from insects such as ants, wasps, butterflies and beetles to creepy crawlies such as spiders, woodlice and centipedes. Beastly Bugs is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Beastly Bugs by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Beastly Bugs has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Cats and Kittens tells you everything you want to know about these domestic felines. From little kittens to curious cats, you can read about how they grow up, their super senses, different breeds, how to care for them, and so much more. Cats and Kittens is part of a great collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Cats and Kittens by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Cats and Kittens has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

"Dive into the ocean world of sharks, big and small"--Cover.

"Take a trip through some extreme elements"--Cover.

Super Solar System tells you everything you want to know about space and our galaxy. Read about our rocky moon and how we travelled there, stunning star constellations and the International Space Station. Discover each of the planets in our solar system, from Mercury to Uranus. Super Solar System is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Super Solar System by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Super Solar System has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

"Be amazed by fiery eruptions and deep craters"--Cover.

Horses and Foals tells you everything you want to know about horses, from growing up to learning about different breeds, what jobs they do, how we care for them, and so much more. Horses and Foals is part of a great collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Horses and Foals by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Horses and Foals has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Rushing Rivers tells you everything you want to know about rivers. What are the most famous rivers? Which animals live in and around rivers? Discover the longest river and the largest, what the beginning of a river is called, and so much more. Rushing Rivers is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Rushing Rivers by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Rushing Rivers has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Introduces spiders, discussing their physical characteristics, eating habits, and young.

"Choose an animal and then lift the flap for fun facts! Have a peek inside and discover who swings through the trees, who scares other animals with their eyes, who can change color, and much more!"--Back cover.

Young readers are asked to guess the names of rain forest baby animals and their mothers.

Riotous Rainforests tells you everything you want to know about the world''s rainforest regions, some of the most unique places on Earth. Discover the amazing array of wildlife, from noisy monkeys to tiny tree frogs, scary snakes to prowling jaguars. Riotous Rainforests is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Riotous Rainforests by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Riotous Rainforests has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Spectacular Ships tells you everything you want to know about ships, from the early wooden ships such as triremes and galleons, to the massive cruise liners and cargo ships used today. Learn about life at sea, shipwrecks, submarines, and so much more. Spectacular Ships is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Spectacular Ships by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Spectacular Ships has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Freezing Poles tells you everything you want to know about the world''s Arctic and Antarctic regions, the coldest places on Earth. Read about the Inuit peoples who live there, and the explorers who came and braved terrible conditions to lay claim to new lands. Discover the amazing array of polar wildlife, from ferocious polar bears and killer whales to the weird narwhal and the numerous penguin species that inhabit the Antarctic. Freezing Poles is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Freezing Poles by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Freezing Poles has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Fantastic Fliers tells you everything you want to know about flying machines, from the huge jet planes that take you on vacation to hovering helicopters. Learn how planes fly and glide, and all the different jobs they do. Fantastic Fliers is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Fantastic Fliers by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Fantastic Fliers has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Speedy Trains tells you everything you want to know about trains, from building the first railways to steam engines and trains that hover above the rails. Learn about trains that go underground, across water, through rock, and more. Speedy Trains is part of a great new collectible series called It''s all about... It is packed with facts and stats, and there are eight amazing collector cards to tear out and keep. You can access a free downloadable audio of Speedy Trains by logging onto the special URL address on page 3. Speedy Trains has a Contents page as well as a Glossary and Index. You can check out the other titles in the series at the back of the book.

Take a journey through the Universe and collect some facts about space, time and space travel.

Easy reading information book on the high-interest topic of the people of ancient Egypt

An introduction to the wide range of life in the world''s tropical rainforests conveys facts about such topics as the biggest snakes, the varieties of rainforest trees, and the creatures who live in the high canopies.

Find out what food the Ancient Romans ate, why they liked public baths, and so much more.

Presents information about dinosaurs, describing when they first appeared, the physical features of the different types, their predatory behavior, the possible causes of their extinction, and how dinosaur fossils that are found today were formed. -- provided by publisher.

Picture and word clues reveal various animal babies that can be found on mountains.

Who were the men of mail, and where did they build their homes? What is a cavalry? How were the first castles built? Why did knights joust? Travel back in time to an age of battles and bloodshed, crusades and chivalry, battles and sieges. Fast Facts is a new series of high-interest, lower reading ability books aimed at fact-hungry children who enjoy information books but may be less confident readers or have difficulty with the usual quantity and level of text aimed at their age group. This exciting series has been created by using the stunning visual images from the best-selling Navigators series, reducing the number of visual elements per page and rewriting the text with simpler sentence structure, easier vocabulary, and larger typesize.

Covering mammals, reptiles, birds, insects, amphibians, and sea creatures, with an introductory chapter on general topics such as habitat, migration, and conservation, The Kingfisher First Encyclopedia of Animals is just the thing for young zoologists on their first research mission. The entries are clearly presented with simple, informative text and more than 1,500 exciting color illustrations and photographs, arranged thematically by animal group. Cross-reference boxes help readers move through the book and find related topics of interest.

How are mammals different from other animals? Which is the smallest mammal? Which are the only mammals with wings? How do conservation projects help to protect mammals under threat?Enter the wonderful world of mammals-animals that have been roaming the world since the time of the dinosaurs Find out how they became the most successful group of animals on land, in the ocean, and in the air. Get your teeth into some bitesize mammal facts! Fast Facts is a new series of high-interest, lower reading ability books aimed at fact-hungry children who enjoy information books but may be less confident readers or have difficulty with the usual quantity and level of text aimed at their age group.

How much of the world is covered in water? What is the deepest-living fish? How are waves caused? Why are coral reefs in danger? Take a journey beneath the waves and into the deep, and collect some bite-size facts about oceans, marine life, and sunken treasures along the way. Fast Facts is a new series of high-interest, lower reading ability books aimed at fact-hungry children who enjoy information books but may be less confident readers or have difficulty with the usual quantity and level of text aimed at their age group.

Includes eight collector cards and free audio download.

Learn about baby animals that live on a farm.

How many different types of cells are there? What are reflexes? Why do your ears help you to balance? What are rods and cones? Take a journey through the incredible human body, and collect some bite-size facts about senses, cells, and DNA along the way. Fast Facts is a new series of high-interest, lower reading ability books aimed at fact-hungry children who enjoy information books but may be less confident readers or have difficulty with the usual quantity and level of text aimed at their age group.

Are you smart enough to help Zane, Kiran, Ethan, and Cassia escape from Space Station X in this fast-moving puzzle adventure? Escape Room Puzzles: Space Station X is packed with all kinds of puzzles, including fiendish mazes, cunning logic problems, tricky memory challenges, and much more. To escape from Space Station X, you will need every ounce of brainpower to progress through the challenges, navigating through five locations to the final exit—and watch out for the high-tech drones that guard the space station as you go! Throughout the book, nuggets of non-fiction space information are scattered on the pages. This is the perfect book to entertain readers aged 7+ both at home and on the go, whilst giving their brains a workout at the same time. Look out for all the books in the Escape Room Puzzles series and see if you have what it takes to help the gang carry out each mission!

A simple introduction to the baby and adult animals that live in polar regions.