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The Danish writer Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) is one of the world’s most popular authors of children’s literature, who delighted his readers with over 150 works in the course of his life. His writings have a marvellous power of expression and superb style, describing the finest oscillations of the soul in a masterly fashion. In his tales he teaches us that appearances are sometimes deceptive and real beauty often lies in the character of the person. His original stories, which are a unique blend of imagination, poetry and reality, bring to life real and legendary characters, kings and queens, beings with magical qualities, mermaids, fairies, plants and animals. Our volume prepared for true lovers of children's literature surprises readers with some of Hans Christian Andersen's less well-known stories as well as presenting other much-loved tales. This book endeavours to create the mood the Danish author once wished to see on the page with subtle elegance. Readers can now enjoy the eternal values of artistic images and thoughts in the form of a beautiful book.

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Based on the latest scientific knowledge, Interstellar Journey – In search of Life is a thrilling, real-time report on a future galactic space flight, providing a wealth of interesting and eye-popping information. The story of this voyage of discovery in our cosmic neighbourhood is complemented with eye-catching, highly detailed illustrations and informative and intriguing explanations. 

How are stars and planets born? What is a black hole? Where can life possibly exist within our Solar System and beyond? How do astronauts prepare for life in space? Why does Mars have blue sunsets?

About the author - For astronomer Dr Tibor Hegedüs, the head of the Baja observatory of the University of Szeged, popular education about astronomy, i.e. introducing young people into a world that is highly complex and fascinating at the same time, is a labour of love.

This book presents life in the best known empires of ancient times, including the Egyptian, Greek, Roman and Chinese empires, providing fascinating information about the social conditions and beliefs of the people who lived then. The luxurious lifestyle of the wealthy ruling class and the everyday struggles of the common people are brought to life, as is the lot and living conditions of the slaves. Egyptian mummification techniques and related customs are explained. Scientific findings are used to show readers inside the unopened tomb mound of the first Chinese emperor, which conceals thousands of secrets. You can witness the battles that changed the course of history and led to the rise or fall of mighty empires. Spectacular illustrations envisaged by the publisher use 3D technology to turn the scenes and events into real experiences which enhance the pleasure of reading.

The second volume of Tales about Animals title.

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Reading the volumes of Wildlife Snapshots, you can take imaginary journeys to the 7 continents of our planet. The adventures of animals in forests, waters, and plains come alive through the spectacular paintings and humorous images which complement the engaging and concise stories. The most important data concerning each species can be found in separate, highlighted blocks. Moreover, you can also catch a glimpse of the essential characteristics of the animals' behaviors. Come and take this virtual trip to Asia and Australia to get the answer to the following questions: Why do Asian black bears climb trees? Where do orangutans sleep? Why do northern fur seals have so much fat under their skin?

This special volume gives an insight into the mysteries of animal behaviour and particular times of their lives. Experience the rituals of courtships and witness 'tough guy' duels. Watch how animals build their homes and find out which creatures prefer to be lodgers. Discover their skills in searching for food and the advantages of using one's head. Meet the masters of disguise and poisoning, as well as the great travellers of the animal kingdom. Learn which is the longest snake, which mammal has the biggest body and which bird beats its wings the fastest. Enjoyably written chapters make learning playful and amusing, and the reading experience is heightened by special three dimensional illustrations.

It explores the different hunting techniques animals employ, the weapons predators use and the arsenal of life-saving ploys their pugnacious prey respond with.

The stubborn little donkey has had enough of always having to pull the gardener’s apple-crate filled little carriage from hill to hill, crossing meadows and clearings all the way to the market, so he runs away. Soon after, the rabbit and the squirrel swap tails, the songbirds learn to speak foreign languages, and the snail is painting colorful flowers in the middle of the clearing. So many unusual events! Assuming that we are not deep in the heart of the fairyland forest, where the endearingly illuminating stories of our children’s book are taking place.  The beautifully illustrated stories on friendship, resourcefulness or sly impishness not only provide great entertainment but also promise sweet dreams to children reading or listening to these bedtime stories.

Tiger, lion, clouded leopard today big cats are still to be found in most parts of the world albeit numerous species have already become extinct and the future of others is uncertain. This volume describes their characteristics, their stories, essential facts, their conservation status, and myths and beliefs about big cats. Do all big cats roar? Which of these large-bodied cats is the most mysterious and which could be called the 'champion of adaptability'? Who could be given the title the 'snow leopard' and what happened to Daniel who was thrown into the lions' den? Answers to these questions as well as many other insights into the larger felines are given in easy-to-read prose.

If you’ve already met us, you know that there’s never a dull moment at Flower Farm. But even if you haven’t heard of us yet, you’ll soon be able to join in our adventures. And if you do, you won’t have the chance to get bored because so much always happens here that it puts all us animals in the barn to the test!

After much wandering, Breezy the little pony, who had run away from the travelling circus, stumbled upon Flower Farm. Becky, the farmer's daughter, was overjoyed when she saw that a stray pony had found her way to them. But not everyone in the barn was so happy about the new arrival. Butty the goat didn't like the uninvited guest one little bit. This led to such a fuss that the barn caught fire. But Breezy's good heart and cool head helped save the terrified animals. Soon they grew to like the clever, helpful pony and together they had many adventures. They willingly followed her when she went to look for the lost kittens or searched for the puddle that disappeared. Listening to and reading Breezy's adventures you, too, can be part of the exciting world of everyday life on Flower Farm.

This volume presents the most important periods of world history from ancient times to the present for young readers. It shows the most significant events, the most famous personalities and everyday men of each eras. Artistic illustrations bring to life the events of history and make the book more fascinating and exciting.

This jocose book contains essential tools for you to make Christmas memorable. The charming ornaments are ideal to prepare the most delightful christmas-tree, and the gifts are excellent choices to give to your family members. Count the days before Christmas on your Advent calendar, but be sure to preserve the small cards, because there is a fun game hidden at the end of the book!

This special storybook is full of heart-warming tales about winter fun and getting ready for Christmas. The characters appear in an imaginary world where you, too, could live. Advent is a season full of joyful events: the winter holiday begins, you can bake for Christmas, plait straw angels, make presents, and visit friends and relatives you haven’t seen for a long time. But what if unfortunate events happen while waiting for the special day to come? Mum has to go to hospital, mice chew the paper Christmas decoration or fresh snowfall makes finding the way out of the forest seem impossible… And how can you shake off feeling low and upset without a magic wand? Open this book and the Christmas tales will tell you the answer to this not-so-easy question.

This story is about Fanny, an ordinary eight-year-old girl, just like any other. She spent her Christmas holidays in the countryside at her grandparents' old house. After she arrived, she wasn't bored for a minute, but poked her nose curiously into every corner. Exploring the old house, she soon discovered the attic. She found herself among seemingly dusty, shabby old things but, when the old mirror suddenly spoke to her, Fanny felt that by opening the attic door she had entered Storyland. The junk started telling her exciting stories about fragile dolls, mysterious people and bygone times. Fanny listened to their tales with her mouth agape, hardly suspecting that the approaching Christmas would bring new adventures to make her life even more magical. Even the setting of Christmas Tales of the Attic inspires the fantasy of children. Young readers visit an old attic in seven unrelated stories, where in their imagination they can join in adventures full of emotion and excitement. Thinking about these life situations woven into tales can give new value to children's pre-Christmas expectations. Artistic illustrations help young readers relive the stories.

In the latest part of the series, Felicity continues to explore the old things in her grandparents' attic. She listens carefully to what the old watch, the Christmas star made out of straw or the fancy sleighbell have to say, and her imagination creates for us the beautiful illustrations in this book.

Coby is an ordinary boy and Fluffpup is his loyal friend and helpmate. Their lives are full of ordinary, and not so ordinary, things. Is that rather like yours? Have you ever been made to stand in the corner when it wasn’t your fault? Perhaps you have met an angry washing machine in the bathroom court and a bunny that keeps on jumping in your exercise book. And do you sometimes talk to your dream instead of sleeping? Well, these sorts of things often happen to Coby and Fluffpup. Do they to you? What would you do if your best friend was captured by dust soldiers? And what would you say if a pastry pixie decided to live under your bed? Have you ever thought of that? These ordinary, and not so ordinary, things could happen to you, too!

Once upon a time a snail invited a ladybird to come and visit. But there was only room for one snail in its spiral house, so no matter how the ladybird tried, she couldn’t get through the door. “I’ll move aside,” the snail told his friend, but every time he did the house moved with him. Like this story of the snail and the ladybird, the tales in this book tell children about knotty problems and how to unravel them. The main characters are familiar figures from the world of children’s stories, animals that behave like people, but there are others, too, like the ambitious snowflake and the postman who always says no. The point of each wellcrafted, little story inspires thought among both children and adults who enjoy reading tales. The typography of this special book is part and parcel of the colour illustrations embellishing the text.

This volume of the series describes the techniques animals use to find their loved ones, their reproductive habits and methods of caring for their young, and the stages of individual development for animals from arthropods to mammals.

This book is for everyone who loves the world of blocks. Stay with Zigi, the craft kid, and he will answer your questions. He’ll show you who is your friend and who is your enemy. He’ll tell you secrets and tricks so you can be among the best crafters. Test your skills with exciting tasks, such as helping Zigi to escape from the Ender Dragon, look for the lost pig, and enjoy the amusing comic strips.

If you take two wooden cubes and put them together, you get a wand. But what to do with a wand? You can put a stone brick onto its end, for example, and your first tool has been crafted. What else you can craft? What are the events? Or are you curious about Staffs’ life or want to know how to cook magic drinks? You will get the answers for all these interesting questions in this Crafter’s Handbook. Besides you can read plenty of useful tips and practical tricks. 

Straight to the catwalk!

This book brings you to the delicate world of fashion in an instant. Using the pages of this book, you can assemble your own catwalk without taking the scissors or the glue into your hand. Let the fashion show begin! Give the best clothes to your models and prepare unique apparel for each of them. Have fun!

● Quizzes, stickers, DIY ideas
● With cutout playing cards

Dini, a dino kid, gets separated from his parents. Fortunately, he's not on his own for long, because in Dino Land he finds true friends that stick by him even in the most difficult situations. The kind-hearted and nifty dino kid emerges triumphant from even the most dangerous adventures. Children listening to these funny and exciting stories, and looking at the colour pictures will also learn many a thing about pre-historic animals.

In Dino Park the world’s largest animals, the dinosaurs which ruled the Earth for 160 million years, come to life.

* Relationships
* Dino Family Tree
* Arena – Fight to the Death Close Up
* Anatomy, Habits and Records

The latest volume of our 3D series presents more than 50 dinosaur species, including the Tyrannosaurus, the Giraffatitan, as well as one of the more recent archeological findings called the Nasuceratops.
Readers can learn from the concise and informative descriptions about interesting facts of the species' characteristic features as well as of the excavation and examination of their fossils. The volume provides detailed and up-to-date information on the conception, history, anatomy, and evolution of each species.
Moreover, many 3D illustrations are also included on the pages, and viewing these illustrations with the provided 3D glasses brings them to life, letting the long extinct, and yet amazing, creatures and the prehistoric world they populated come within an arm's reach of the readers.

The illustrated children's encyclopedia of Dinosaurs presents a detailed showcase of dinosaurs, offering allround knowledge of their era and their fellow inhabitants. The main dinosaur features are depicted and explained, ranging from their possible origins, evolution, build, diets, habits and natural habitat all the way to their native environment. Numerous facts are offered concerning modern paleontological research, including details on how the age of remains is determined or how unearthed fossils are treated. With its spectacular illustrations, this book is essentially intended for young readers - fans and beginners alike - but is also a good source of information for adults interested in the subject. To make the whole content as clear and comprehensible as possible, we have included a detailed glossary, relevant maps and a thorough word index.

This captivating, spectacular volume richly illustrated by three dimensional illustrations takes the reader on a scientific safari to the Mesozoic era of the earth's history many millions of years ago. Impressive paintings bring to life the mysterious world of dinosaurs, allowing a close-up look at, for instance, a super-clawed Tyrannosaurus rex or a pack of Dryptosaurus just as they pounce on their prey. Besides the terrifying carnivores, egg-stealing and fish-eating predators, as well as herbivorous sauropods as tall as houses are all included, that is to say every branch of the dinosaurs' family tree is explored. Their mating habits and how they care for their young are described, and their communication codes and other little mysteries about their lives are explained. Find out about dino record holders and get to know their nearest relatives, that is prehistoric reptiles that glided in the sky and populated the seas as well as the mammal-like reptiles overshadowed by their larger relations. A fact sheet and a map of occurrence for each creature help the reader on this adventurous journey.

What would our life look like without the motor car, electricity or the telephone? How could distant continents have been discovered without suitable ships or navigation equipment? These are just a few of the objects, tools and methods that have changed human life, making it easier or happier. Who invented them? What made them significant? This book will tell you how and when these splendid inventions came into being. It also explains how the various continents, seas, trade routes, passages were discovered. The informative descriptions, teeming with interesting and startling facts, are accompanied by extraordinary 3D illustrations.

Using this book children can create decorations that are suitable for turning the home to a pleasant environment that matches the theme of Easter. Moreover, children can also learn various Easter poems and sayings and traditional Easter customs. The decorations found in the book are easy to assemble, as the components fit together easily due to hidden cuts and foldable parts. The book guarantees quality time for the whole family, in which children and parents can experience the joys of working together on simple tasks that boost children's creativity, dexterity, and sense of taste.

One fine day the hero of our story, Edgar the curious little mouse, can’t get into his cosy home, the pumpkin house. The key he is trying to open the door with won’t turn the lock. As he is stuck outside, he takes his leftover peanut butter sandwich out of his bag. And what luck! He finds his key to the door there, too. But whose can the other key be? Puzzled, Edgar puts the seemingly useless key into his pocket and gives it away to his friend Bunny the next day. Before long his friend goes on a journey and also takes the mysterious key. The following day Edgar finds a locked red chest in the garden of the pumpkin house. Who put that there and what is in it? The little mouse is eager to get to the bottom of the mystery and sets off to find Bunny...
Follow this exciting story full of twists in marvellously painted, delightful settings. 

Edgar is a joyous, funny little mouse, who lives on a small farm, and is always daydreaming of the bustling Big City life. One sunny day, out of the blue, he receives an invitation from his godfather, where his epic adventures begin. You could not begin to even think of the truly exciting things the commotion of the Big City holds for such a lively, curious little mouse! Where does destiny take him? What kind of friends does he make? The train station, the library, the zoo and the kindergarten are just a few of the places where even you could have met him. But what about the hot air balloon race? Or the skiing trip? How dangerous can a shoe-shop sale become? Who is Brainy Brian, Ilma and Wilma? All these questions will be answered for you once you read the amazing adventures of Edgar, the curious little mouse. Wonderful pictures help you imagine the characters and the exciting places of this story. Brace yourself for an adventure through the eyes of a cute little rodent, and let him take you where no man has ever been before!

How were the enormous pyramids built? How and why were mummies made? What do the hieroglyphs mean? Sphinxes, pyramids, mummies, pharaohs and gods – investigating exciting secrets, young readers gain an insight into the life of a legendary civilisation, ancient Egypt, as well as its characteristic monuments, famous cities and history. With the aid of facts, myths and superb illustrations readers can encounter merchants, warriors and scribes, sail the Nile and wander in magnificent cities.

In this beautifully illustrated encyclopedia besides the most important information of our multi-colored nature, the sky and the Earth and our world, wonderful illustrations of important facts await for our readers. Children can refresh and organize their knowledge of the world, they can discover new and exciting objects. Descriptive pictures, engravings and funny drawings help to understand the scripts. The book is suitable for both reading and browsing. As a useful source of learning it can be the students faithful companion.

The wildlife of our planet is marvellous, like an earthly paradise. Man’s activities, however, are threatening the existence of many plants and animals.

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Explore the marvellous lands of Europe with us. Our wonderfully illustrated volume helps you roam across mountains, swamps and marshlands, resinous and deciduous forests, meadows filled with wild flowers, and seas of grasses among other places. Meanwhile, you get acquainted with the diverse animal characters that live in those habitats. For instance, the Eurasian jay, the tree planter of oak forests, the lodge-building beaver, the moor frog that turns blue, and the wolf pack that follows the trail of large ungulates. The imaginary trip takes you to the home of the European bison, the reindeer and the chamois, and also to the coastal “birthplace” of the loggerhead sea turtles.  Nothing stays hidden from you as you may catch a glimpse of tunnels running in the soil, the depths of the seas and lakes, the darkness of rock caves, and birds’ nests perched on high branches. The tour starts now! Come and discover the extraordinary wildlife of Europe.

This volume takes you round the world of animals with unusual talents. Some animals
stand out from the crowd because of their disgusting smell, while others are
pleasantly fragrant. Would you have thought that there are species that can fly without
wings or that can re-grow limbs quickly? At the same time, there are a good number of
animals that can poison an attacker. You need to be careful with them, just as you do with
the aggressive types. You can also discover which animals are the best and which are the
worst parents, and have a glimpse into unusual examples of how different species live
together. Last of all light is cast on the best sleepers in the animal kingdom who are able
to get up to strange things while they snooze. Real-life photos show what you can read in
the descriptions.

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Sticker album: 48 pages, cardboard cover
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In the wild animals equipped with extreme, special habits, abilities and body parts are the most successful in the fight for survival. Readers can learn not only about the individual methods of animals in the life or death battle, but also other extreme creatures of the animal kingdom.

I am sure you find animals with an unusual appearance that look strange or funny
interesting, don’t you? Would you like to see into their world and learn how they live?
Now’s your chance! The first volume in the series Animal Talent guides you through the
world of animals with the most extreme looks. Some species can thank their outrageous
colours for their stylish appearance, while other creatures you can literally see through.
There are animals that glow in the dark and others that almost disappear into their
environment. Find out about the most bizarre animal fashions: huge noses, shaggy fur,
odd characters – the mere sight of them is bound to make you smile. If that’s not enough,
you can see if you agree with the book’s choice of the ugliest species on earth! Real-life
photos show what you can read in the brief descriptions.

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Sticker album: 48 pages, cardboard cover
Online test – kvizx.hu

This series presents unusual animals with a feature that makes them unique.

Extras: 
Sticker album: 48 pages, cardboard cover
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Which animals can fly, run and swim the fastest? Which have the best sense organs
and which can live the longest without food or water? Which animals compete for
first place because of their gigantic or minute size? Some creatures can truly be called
the champions of bluff because of their incredible ability to trick would-be attackers.
Then there are animals that are quick to learn and intelligent, while others are not known
for their brains. Species that use different tools are definitely among the cleverest. The
record holders of the animal kingdom are scattered among the most diverse habitats of
the planet. So, what are you waiting for? Get to know them! You’ll find answers to all your
questions in this book and learn some general knowledge!

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Sticker album: 48 pages, cardboard cover
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This series presents unusual animals with a feature that makes them unique.

In this volume of the series, a nine-year old boy, Augustine Lawrence Thorny to be precise, one winter becomes the hero of astonishing adventures. He meets the fairy-pixies, who he believed only existed in fairy tales. These tiny beings soon change the life of the little scallywag, who's often bored, forever. He learns to laugh from the bottom of his heart, to protect the weak and to do what he thought was impossible. This enchanting story is made even more magical by fabulous illustrations.

Using this book children can create decorations that are suitable for turning the house to a pleasant environment that matches the theme of autumn. These decorations are easy to assemble, as the components fit together easily due to hidden cuts and foldable parts. The book guarantees quality time for the whole family, in which children and parents can experience the joys of working together on simple tasks that boost children's creativity, dexterity, and sense of taste.

This volume brings to life the greatest battles in world history, such as Thermopylae, Cannae, Crécy, Kolin and Austerlitz. In assessing each confrontation the tactics used are described as is the military technology of the warring parties. The reader can learn about fascinating strategies, such as hoplite warfare developed by the Greeks during the Greko-Persian wars or the landsknechts' bloody but highly effective infantry tactics that killed armoured knights. The reader can also witness the failure of line tactics and the success of the settlers' use of guerilla warfare in the American War of Independence. The spectacular illustrations using 3D technology make the battles almost tangible, and supplement the absorbing descriptions, while enhancing the readers' experience.

This unusual storybook introduces the reader to the adventurous life, good and bad habits, and the most characteristic qualities of giants, elves, dragons, and fairies, that is, the heroes of classic fairy tales. The amusing descriptions and short stories are complemented by fun brain-teasers that stimulate the imagination. All that is needed to answer these questions is creative thinking, and every reasoned answer is correct. This is the whole point of the book - to generate free, creative thinking in young minds.

In this book you can meet Hannah, who is a fan of beautiful costumes. Her dream is to become a fashion designer and prepare stage dresses for famous dancers and actresses. She has already come up with a few ideas for dresses for herself and her friends, Esther, Petra, and Vicky. She has also selected and tailored the necessary materials and accessories for the costumes. These wonderful attires are now waiting for you to finish them by cutting, folding and gluing them to the girls' images on the pages. Hannah also gives you images of the girls with the costumes on them that show exactly how she imagined these dresses on her models. Once you finished preparing the attires, you can use the stickers provided with the book to make the dresses more unique.

When you have finished giving the clothes on the girls, you can cut out the pages with frames on them and put these images on display in your room so that your friends can also admire how wonderful your creations are.

Do you comb your hair in the morning? You do care what your hair loooks like, don't you? We invite you for playful hairdo designing! If scissors are your best friends, and you like to cut hair with them, you will definitely like this book! You can cut hairtufts and accessories out of the pages and glue them to the heads of our models. They will look even more gorgeous if you also use some of the stickers from the pages of the book. The fancy photo frames will be perfect decorations of your room, while the hairdos you create will perfectly fit the character of our models!

Faybellina comes from a family of wordweaving fairies. She’s an old fairy now and all she does is weave words into tales and turn yarn into well-spun stories. When she has woven a tale, she flies off to the attic of an old house and pops it in the drainpipe. Then, one fine summer’s morning, a terrible thing happens. The word-loom gets stuck. The children wait and wait in vain, but no more stories come – that is until Faybellina and her friends, the elves, find the key to the problem. From that moment on new, fabulous tales of fairies and elves enter the realm of stories.

By living through the chronicle of saving the tales and the adventures in the other chapters of the book, children learn human values, such as joy, helpfulness and community spirit, which help to develop a well-balanced, happy personality. Superbly painted illustrations and notes from Faybellina’s diary about the mysterious life of fairies ideally complement the story’s magical world. 

The characters of this book get mixed up in all kinds of unexpected, funny and mysterious events but luckily the tangled threads soon unravel by working together with plenty of goodwill and helpful intentions. Something always goes awry in the imaginary town of Hillydale but when the stories come to end peace and calm fill the hearts of young and old at Christmas time.

Everyone needs to relax every now and then, don’t they? If you, too, want to fool around a little on those grey weekdays, this is just the book for you. Let your imagination go and do anything you like with its pages! Or exactly what the book suggests – cut, tear, glue, scribble and go bananas. The point is to feel good! Oh, yeah, and flick out this diary!

Tales about animals not only make us laugh and think, but they also show the difference between right and wrong. There are plenty of interesting things for young children to discover in the charming illustrations, which delightfully complement this selection of folk tales.

In the first volume of the series you can explore rainforests, deciduous woodlands and coniferous forests, and make exciting discoveries in six different parts of the world. The hidden camera shots included in the volume come to life through special Augmented Reality techniques. Concise and easy-to-read descriptions, fact sheets and illustrated explanations help you expand your general knowledge of forests, providing both well- and little known facts. At the back of the book there is a glossary, an index of names and a general index.

Fresh Waters provides a thorough survey of the various species living in lakes, rivers, wetlands and swamps. Which species are prominent near the Amazonas, in the Everglades, in Lake Baikal, or in the flood-basin of Danube? What principles govern these species' lives? How did they adapt to a given habitat? Informative descriptions, and spectacular and demonstrative illustrations help ellucidate these questions, and many other. Come and enjoy this wonderful journey with us!

This is the book where girls can write everything about their best friends. How you met each other, the things you like doing, and secret wishes. Besides friendship tests, there are masses of useful hints: advice about arranging a birthday party, great games to make a cool weekend, ideas for gifts you can make yourself... Who needs anything else?

Would you like to know more about the world's most powerful, most stunning vehicles that are unique in their own category? Which is the largest fire-fighting aircraft? Which is the biggest bulldozer? And which vessel submerges itself to pick up its load and then resurfaces? What sort of heavy vehicle moves radio telescopes in the South American desert and which machine carries glowing, molten metal? You can learn the answers to all these questions in this book presenting heavy machinery and a series of civilian and military vehicles. Discover the special features of their size, performance and operation, and their construction through large colourful, highly detailed drawings. The text full of unusual information explains the history of the vehicles, their special parts and essential information about them as well as the jobs they were designed for. The special 3D pictures at the end of the volume help you 'really' see inside these giant vehicles.

Are you about to rearrange your room, but have no clue as to how to get about it? Do you want to paint your room's walls, but do not know what accessories would fit the new color? Do you need a few ideas that would make your room a proper kind of a 'girlie nest'? Fannie, the friend of the young girls you have met in Girls Only, will help you answer these questions. Take her advices to master the basics of trends, styles, and accessories that go hand in hand with interior design. Accompany her and you can learn how to design a room that provides a nice athmosphere for you, your friends, and your pets living with you.

Our book let you insight Sandy and her girlfriends, Penny, Lily and Gabby's everyday life. You can learn how teenage girls get on with the world of fashion and beauty, what kind of pets they have and who their favourite stars are. Moreover they provide you with some creative and magical ideas.

Great Conquerors presents the most famous military leaders from Alexander the Great to Napoleon, their greatest battles, and the reasons for their victories and defeats, as well as the art of war in different eras.

The tales written by the Grimm Brothers continue to be immensely popular all over the world. This richly illustrated volume offers a special selection of them. It includes the best known story of all, Cinderella. Who is not familiar with the tale of the girl with the wretched lot who is exploited by her stepmother but at the end of the story receives her just deserts, the love of the handsome prince? The story of The Fisherman and His Wife is about greed and gives a lesson on moderation, enriching readers with wise experience that is useful in life. In addition to these justly popular tales, this book contains others that are not so well-known such as The Blue Light and The Cunning Little Tailor. In this way, this book combines the pleasure of reading well-loved stories and the charm of discovering new ones

The Brothers Grimm are best renowned for collecting tales. The most beautiful and popular stories from their collection of folk and fairy tales have been read for generations and are still read by children today. Some of them are of an instructive nature, others express folk wisdom, and yet others endeavour to put the language of animals into human speech. Storywriters of later periods have often incorporated recurrent motifs from Grimm tales into their own writing: the ingenuity of the weak, the victory of good over evil, the triumph of brain over brawn have been written about again and again for centuries as the eternal longing of youth. The best of the Brothers Grimm's tales have been selected for this volume. The 28 tales in this anthology are an important tool not simply in the development of children's sense of refinement but also in preparing them for life. The illustrations of artistic merit inspire the imagination and reflect the spirit of the stories, bringing characters to life. This careful selection can be an indispensable and much used volume in a well-stocked home library.

The creepy, yet entertaining pieces in this activity book are indispensable components of the Halloween experience. This publication features a variety of Halloween masks depicting, for instance, an evil pumpkin, a wicked witch, and a sanguine Frankenstein, which are equipped with elastic bands so that they are ready to wear right after pressing out. The hag-glasses, tricky box and all the other features in this publication are easy to assemble and are great fun for children.

When you have some spare time, you can rest your body and mind at a variety of places. We are sure you have seen many circuses, zoos, and amusement parks. But have you ever stopped to think about the way clowns in a travelling circus live, the methods vets use to examine tigers, or the mysterious creatures you find in the haunted house of a theme park? In our recent journey we guide you through some of these fascinating places, as well as such sites as a racing circuit and an adventure park. A play in the theatre is also included for those young readers who are fond of music, singing, and spectacular performances. These exciting scenes are brought to life by the animations accessible via your mobile device, giving you a first hand experience of the places and events we show you. So join us on our adventurous and entertaining journey to get to know the places where you can hang out in your spare hours. - Chip and Bonnie
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The volume describes the residents of different habitats on earth from arctic tundra to coral atolls and from tropical rain forests to the Antarctic, and shows how animals adapt to their surroundings.

When we are babies and our mind starts to gradually open, we slowly discover the world around us with the help of our sensory organs. Lots of colours, forms, sounds and scents, as well as caressing touching, can step-by-step combine and become sensations already connected to certain persons or objects. First, it is generally our mother’s face that is recorded in our brain; she is recognized by her scent and embrace affording warmth and security. Later on we learn to form sounds, words and sentences, to toddle, then to walk. In the course of our development, we become more and more independent, our knowledge broadens, and we seem to take over the direction of our body. However, our organisation is a very complicated union of systems and organs, which is in turn regulated by our nervous and endocrine systems; our role is to  support the functioning of this infinitely complex body. This is possible if, for example, we try to live a healthy life, to eat a balanced diet and take regular physical exercise. It also helps if we understand the structure and functions of our body; how it responds to the effects of the outside world, how it can fight against illnesses or how it can prepare for the “emergencies”. This volume will come to your aid with its spectacular 3D illustrations, and with them, you can take an imaginary journey into the mysterious inner world of the human being, the most wonderful creature in the world.

Entertaining Hungarian folk tales with richly illustrated pages

Woolly mammoths, sabre-toothed cats hunting in packs, huge ground sloths, giant armadillos and opossums wandering across endless snowfields are typical of the fauna of the Ice Age. The wildlife in the period of the Earth’s history called the Pleistocene, however, was far richer than this. Among the exotic animals grazing on the plains of Europe and Asia were rhinos, hippos, gazelles, ancient types of elephant, wild horses and giant tortoises. These were prey for cave lions, giant leopards and cave hyenas. This book also looks at the herbivores and large predators of the other continents. It shows the hunting strategy of the fearsome dire wolf in North America, the largest of the sabretooths, Smilodon fatalis, in South America, the gigantic crocodile, Crocodylus thorbjarnarsoni, in Africa, the king of monitor lizards, Megalania, in Australia, and the record-sized ancient shark, Megalodon, in the oceans. This volume with its spectacular illustrations shows the real Ice Age. Some of the artistic pictures can be looked at through 3D glasses, bringing the extraordinary creatures of this lost age within reach. 

Submarines with the power to destroy armies lurking in the ocean depths, armed nuclear bombers circling over the Arctic Circle, and hidden missile silos in the Siberian forests and in the bowels of the Rockies were commonplace in the Cold War. Never in the history of the world were so many wars waged as in the second half of the 20th century. Korea, Vietnam, the Middle East, Afghanistan, the Falkland Islands each was the theatre of a bloody war; wars which affected both superpowers and which threatened to spread the conflict like wildfire, raising the spectre of a third world war and the destruction of mankind. This volume, which can be regarded as the continuation of the highly successful Illustrated Atlas of World War II, shows the weapons, aircraft and military vehicles of the era in large, highly detailed, colour illustrations. These help demonstrate the great development of military technology in the fifty years following World War II.

The promise of a free life and making a quick fortune prompted (or forced) many sailors to change their job, i.e. to turn to piracy. The grippingly exciting and entertaining stories and legends about them are still exceptionally popular today. There was a time when seafarers feared them more than anything else in the world. When the Jolly Roger, decorated with the scary skull and crossbones, was hoisted, mariners knew instantly who they were facing. Most of the time this was enough for them to surrender. Even though there are countless legends about the pirates of the Caribbean and their deeds, the stories of their lives and exploits are based on fact. The exciting, spectacular pages of this book give an insight into the real and imagined world created by stories about famous and infamous pirates. The detailed pictures illustrate the most awe-inspiring pirates of the time and their villainous endeavours. Their faces are colourfully portrayed, and their deeds are depicted in authentic-style paintings.

The History of Piracy shows how seamen of the period navigated, and what the sailors' duties and the weapons they used were. How this exciting and bloody era came to an end, what broke the power of the pirates and what led them to abandon the waters of the Caribbean are also explained. The lively, gripping stories, factual information and impressive illustrations rich in detail provide an authentic source of the history of piracy. A worthwhile read!

The enthralling development of warplanes brought about a great deal of technological innovation which turned the initial constructions made of wood and canvas into fearful weapons within decades. To achieve and maintain air supremacy sides had to keep introducing newer models and technologies. This book takes the dominant models one by one in each era, helping the orientation between the types of warplanes with demonstrative illustrations. Our dearest reader can learn about the strengths, weaknesses, mechanisms and use of various warplanes, all of which are used for different purposes. We showcase the structure of their weaponry, and the way they have been maneuvered in air battles. The intriguing content of the volume is complemented by large sized and rich illustrations that help reveal the enormous evolution military technology has seen in the past century. 

Illustrated Bible Stories is a selection for younger and older children alike that intends to open a window onto the world's most published book, the Bible. In our frenetic age it is, perhaps, more important than ever before for people, and especially the generation growing up, to experience the enduring thoughts on which values may be founded or measured. The volume contains over 200 major stories from the Old and New Testaments. The ancient scriptures such as the story of the creation, Noah's ark, the exodus of the chosen people, Moses and the Ten Commandments or the life, teachings and miracles of Jesus are invaluable sources of wisdom and learning, and are at the same time uplifting, filling the reader with joy and love. It is hoped that whoever peruses Illustrated Bible Stories will read the stories with interest, whether encountering them for the first time or anew, and will become more open to seriously studying the ever valid guidance of the Bible. The inspired, superb quality illustrations do not only please the eye but draw attention to the simple yet detailed texts. Whoever chooses Illustrated Bible Stories will be rewarded with a comprehensive, well-made, valuable, easy-to-use book. An excellent choice!

The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Animals with more than 300 impressive paintings offers fascinating facts about the world of animals. The three main sections of this volume – Learning about animals, The everyday life of animals, Habitats – shows the functions of body shapes, habits, and adaptation in animal world as well as the varied life of the tropical rainforests, deserts, and other habitats. Brief descriptions, interesting fact sheets and questions encourage young readers to read independently and learn more about nature.

This richly illustrated volume presents the exciting world of modern zoos through answering various intriguing questions about zoo animals and their keepers. The young readers can learn about the animals' schedule and habitat, while getting to know the ins and outs of the keepers' work. Short descriptions of each species are also included that are designed to provide the little ones with valuable scientific knowledge. The riddles included on the pages further enhance the childrens' information of a given species. At the end of this zoological journey, the young readers can find an entertaining board game for two.

The volume presents the life of pages and squires, the training of knights and the dubbing ceremony, the evolution of armour from chain mail to the full suit armour, bloody medieval battles and the crusades, and finally the twilight of the age of knights when these medieval warriors were replaced by soldiers equipped with more sophisticated types of weapon. The book's highly detailed, historically faithful, and artistic illustrations not only accompany the informative descriptions, but also provide further information on the mediaeval era, making this age almost palpable for the reader, and further inspiring an active interest in the historical events of these dark, yet exciting, ages.

My name's Flora, and I'm seven and a half. My favourites are doughnuts and my Aunt Agnes's cake. If you come with me on my journeys of discovery full of fun and adventure, you can get to know her too. This summer, for the first time, I could leave the big city where I live with my parents and go to the countryside. Actually, this was the first time I made friends with animals, and explored the woods and fields. Come with me! Matt is a really smart boy and knows everything about animals and plants. When he rides his bike, he goes as fast as the devil! He is my best friend and I discovered the countryside with him. In the industrialised countries of the world most children grow up in an urban environment and have no direct contact with rural life. The stories in this book illustrated by beautiful pictures invite young readers to a country garden fragrant with the sent of hay. There they can hear the morning din of the poultry yard and, if they like, can search for the lost donkey on a jolting horse and cart, or drive the well-fed geese home from the meadow. They can roam together with Flora and Matt, and learn all about domestic animals from the entertaining stories rich in dialogue containing much new knowledge.

Hey! You like to tell fortunes and practice magic, don't you? In this volume of the Teenage Know-Hows series I will help you become a real witch, just like me. I have already taught many useful tricks to my friends, and it's your turn now: you can take a sneak peek into my world, parsing through my collection of sorcery, while having a great time. This magical handbook provides all the answers to your mystical questions. You can get to know the most useful hocus-pocuses and the strangest superstitions, and you can even design your room based on magic principles. I'm sure you will be surprised how much you can get to know from a person's horoscope. See you on the magic pages of this mysterious book!

Lily

This volume tells the story of Little Elfie, the sweet little blue-haired pixie, who falls into an enchanted forest through the funnel of the most unusual flower. Every corner of this new world he finds himself in is filled to the brim with unexpected wonders. The exciting adventures weave genuine and true friendships between Mini pixie and inhabitants of this forest beyond the world he knows.The captivating, beautiful illustration further enhances the experience of the narrative.

Man and the World tells of simple inventions that have had an enormous impact on the evolution of mankind, of geniuses and bold inventors, and their lives, as well as the development of man.

This book follows the evolution of man from the appearance of the first upper primates to modern man, supported by archaeological finds and scientific theories. Where were the traces of our ancient ancestors found? Who were the first people to use fire? What did they eat? How did man manage to kill the largest animal of the age, the mammoth? Find out the answers to these and many more questions while gaining an insight into the tough, everyday life of our ancestors in prehistoric times through colourful illustrations. A spectacular and enthralling journey of discovery awaits every reader who is interested in the past.

Life began in the oceans and seas, and today they are home to a teeming variety of marine animals. This volume explores salt-water habitats from the Arctic Ocean at the North Pole to the ice fields of Antarctica and the creatures that live in them, including whales, dreaded sharks, seals, and dolphins.

The wealth of nature is truly astonishing as millions upon millions of organisms inhabit the Earth. Some of these you know because you see them in your daily life, but others exist which are invisible to the naked eye yet are all around you. The discovery of the microscope revealed the inhabitants of a world never seen before. This attractively illustrated book shows the organisms living in your home, in furniture and in the air, as well as on your skin and in your body. Some of the artistic illustrations can be studied with 3D glasses, bringing within reach these miniscule organisms we share our lives with. Some of these look as if they could feature as fearsome monsters in a cartoon, but there’s no need to worry as most of them are harmless or are not a threat to people. Open the book and investigate the world of mysterious microbes for yourself

In the middle of September 1916 the German soldiers hardened by the trench warfare of World War I heard a strange noise from their positions near the French village of Flers-Courcelette. After the usual artillery bombardment, instead of an infantry attack the squeaking of tracks and the roar of engines announced the arrival of almost 50 lurching, armoured monsters on the horizon. The soldiers fired with their machine guns at the mechanised armour they had never seen before to no avail: the vehicles trundled on unharmed over the barbed wire entanglements, which were thought to be impenetrable. At the time the first tank attack in history was made, no one could have imagined that just 23 years later the modern tanks of the German army would conquer almost the whole of Europe or that in the winter of 1991 the armoured coalition forces sweeping aside Saddam Hussein's feared army in the Iraqi desert could be watched almost live on television. How did the lurching metal box become a military vehicle powered by gas turbine able to race at 45 miles per hour and fire accurately even at night? How has the use of tanks changed? What could the tank crews who fought in the largest tank battle in history have seen and felt? This book answers these and many other fascinating questions. Detailed, computer-aided 3D illustrations, colourful diagrams and easy-to-understand explanations in language suitable for people just becoming familiar with military technology offer an informative guide to the world of military vehicles not only for newcomers to the subject but also for more knowledgeable readers.

The title presents the characteristics of how animals move, typical migratory species and their methods of finding their way.

Make your own dress collection for your fashion show. Let the mannequins wear fashionable clothes and accessories. Copy the coloured pictures or sketch in your very own dresses. Finally, cut out the dolls on the back and dress them with the dazzling stickers.

From Troy to Machu Picchu, from Angkor Watt to Eldorado, from Pompeii to Carthage - explore the ruins of mysterious cities on four continents and experience some legendary worlds that are perhaps lost forever.

This book, illustrated by artistic paintings, conjures up the mysterious world of imaginary and real creatures, gods and goddesses, and people. While the compelling adventures of Prometheus, Heracles, Icarus, Thor, Gargantua and other well-known heroes and heroines come to life, the marvellous power of eternal human virtues and ideals that can decide events, such as perseverance, courage, a thirst for knowledge, belief and love, can be felt. Most of the stories selected relate episodes connected with Greek myths and Biblical events, which form an important part of our cultural heritage, but there are appetisers from Egyptian, Roman, Germanic, Celtic and Gaelic legends as well. Some illustrations of scenes from the 25 famous stories offer an unforgettable experience thanks to the use of a 3D technique.

Have you ever heard of bower building birds? Underwater "crop circles?" Whales singing arias? Possibly about dancing spiders, or gender-changing fish? Not yet? In that case, it's time to get to know them! In Natural Born Artists, you may encounter the greatest master architects, singers, dancers and circus performers of the animal kingdom, possessing astonishing talents, and goofballs devoted to strange "fashions." You can catch a glimpse of their masterfully constructed homes, gain a sample of their abilities and habits, even witness spectacles that are only rarely seen by human eyes! And the list is not yet complete!

The second volume of the Masters of the Animal Kingdom series escorts the young reader to various points on our Earth through the presentation of astonishing creations, fascinating performances and spectacular costumes. The variety of animal behaviors is displayed through the most exciting examples, while encouraging a respect and continued study of the living world.

You like nature, don't you? And having adventures? Then come on an exciting journey with us! If you join us, you'll discover the really beautiful places and expand your knowledge. You will learn about the secrets hidden in the darkness of caves and come face to face with the destructive power of tornadoes and ocean waves. You can read about dormant and active volcanoes, and gain an insight into the wonders of space. You can visit the frozen realm of the North pole and see the day-to-day lives of Eskimo children as well as admire a magnificent waterfall and follow a river along its course to the sea. Have a wonderful trip! - Chip and Bonnie

Bonnie and Chip are siblings, and very curious children, who want to know everything about the world. They are courageous, and they love traveling and partaking new adventures. On their first journey they travel around the world, visiting a whole lot of fascinating places.

* AR effects

* cartoon-style illustrations

* humorous language

* experiments, plotting-board-like, illustrative explanatory drawings

Paws the brave puppy, Maurice the bad-tempered cat, Bamboo the warm-hearted dog, Rusty the strong wild boar and Hummer the busy bee are the characters of this storybook richly illustrated with cheerful pictures. These best friends live happily in the middle of the woods, where something always happens. They wait excitedly for the Bear Circus, which is looking for new performers, and enter the forest cooking contest hoping to win the 'kind-hearted chef' award. When cheeky elves invade the woods and create havoc, Paws cunning saves the forest dwellers from the uninvited guests.

No matter how big a mess our heroes get into, it's always the straight path that leads them out of trouble. With perseverance, selflessness, hard work and helpfulness they overcome the obstacles one by one, while their captivating characters and entertaining adventures will unconsciously become a good childhood memory. The stories of varying length and the poems are ideal for whole-word reading, and offer an excellent opportunity for children to learn to enjoy reading.

Five dear friends live in the middle of the enchanted wood: Paws, the happy puppy; Bamboo, the oversized hound; Morose, the ill-tempered cat; Buzz, the bee and Rusty, the strongest boar in all of the forest.
You might think our friends do nothing all day, but play hide-and-seek and other games underneath the leafy forest trees.
Which would probably be true, were it not for an abandoned bird’s egg Paws finds right on his doorstep. 
This changes everything… Except our friends’ happy and inventive nature that helps them overcome every obstacle and challenge…

Fantastic new stories await us in the storybook about the dwellers of the fabled Round Forest. To our surprise, the snowball king comes to life who does not shy away from heated situations. We become part of an adventurous cherry harvest and go in search for Ringlet the little rabbit who ran away. After the perilous adventure, we may take a rest in the attic of the spring fairy’s citadel, home to the Easter Bunny whose enviable realm is visited by Jiminy the little mouse who returns home after his visit with a basket full of coloured eggs. His joy does not last long, but noble intent and will may yet turn his fate to the better. Is it perhaps better to remain silent in certain situations? We get to know from the story about the brave soldiers and of course it also turns out why it is better to be safe than sorry. The main characters of the book are introduced by our old friends Paws, Bamboo, Rusty, Grumpy and Buzz.

In this book the popular character Paws and his companions, Rusty, Stuffy, Bambu, and Buzz, embark upon several adventures together. Paws takes a sip of magical potion, Rusty receives a fortune bringing hat, with the story shedding light on how the inseparable buddies met in the first place. In the midst of the unforeseen events that are to come, they all have several chances to prove their friendship, resourcefulness and playfulness. The lovely story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that capture the imagination of the reader.

This highly illustrated activity book contains more than 400 amusing exercises for children that help improve their speaking, writing, memory, and many other skills. The book is also designed for parents to get to know the skills their children excels in, and those which still require improvement. Moreover, reading this book, children and parents can both enjoy the experience of playing together.

Interesting species, humorous stories, puzzles, comics and stickers

Extra: Fun boardgame with Tapython, Pep and the animals of Africa

The volume answers intriguing questions related to deserts, steppes, and tundras. How do animals live in the African savannah, on an Alpine meadow, on the American prairie, or in the Kalahari Desert? What are the specific differences between deserts and grasslands? The thoroughly illustrated visual journey featured in the volume answers these, and many other, questions with concise and informative descriptions. You won't be disappointed!

Do you know how horses talk? What mysteries are hidden in the attic? Do you want to know what an animal farm is like? If so, jump right on the back of your favorite pony, because Breezy and her friends want to play with you. Exciting riddles, charming stickers and posters can be found in this book, what is more, you can create a photo frame with you favorite pony on it. So take your most beautiful pencil, color the images, and decorate the ponies and places with the stickers!

When a predator attacks anywhere in the wild, the place immediately
becomes a battleground. At the bottom of the ocean the
pistol shrimp snaps its claw to shoot a bullet-like jet of water at
its quarry. On the seemingly peaceful African savannah an organised
pride of lions surround a hoofed prey animal unnoticed before suddenly
attacking in a well-rehearsed choreography. In the river red-bellied piranhas
use their razor-sharp teeth to deal with any prey they come
across in the bat of an eyelid. This marvellously illustrated book examines
the special hunting techniques of carnivores. For example, meateaters
that use electric shocks, deadly venom or light as bait to catch
prey as well as apex predators with extraordinary strength, including
the great white shark, the Nile crocodile, the tiger, the grey wolf, the
killer whale and the harpy eagle. Learn about the anatomy of these lethal
“weapons” for killing prey, such as jaws lined with very sharp
teeth, an extendable harpoon and sticky tongue, and incredible sensory
organs that help track down prey.

This special book uses large-sized, colourful illustrations full of details to introduce the most popular and most famous racing vehicles. In addition to offering insight into the structural design and operation of these vehicles, this volume also introduces the reader to the spectacular and diverse world of technical sports. The introduction covers Formula 1 and its cutting-edge technology, the Top Fuel dragster as the king of acceleration and the various tricks and car smashing stunts of the Monster Truck. Switching from four to two wheels, the tour continues with MotoGP and off-road motorcycles as well as the fastest racing vehicles on water and in the air. The last pages of this atlas bring these fantastic racing machines into life: the 3D annex includes lifelike, fascinating, three-dimensional illustrations of more than ten vehicles.

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Follow the journey of Rome from a tiny Latin village to an empire that ruled the Mediterranean world.

Discover:

 - the political and social system of ancient Rome

 - the organization of the army

 - the history of its major wars

 - the weaponry of its soldiers

 - and the lifestyle of its inhabitants

The inhabitants of Round Forest have a life full of adventures. The little animals set out together to discover the unknown with lots of fun games. However, not everything is mirth and merriment as they face several dangers in the wilderness. Meet Eeyore, Hedgehog and their friends, share their adventures in the forest and complete the short exercise at the end of each story. Explore the wilderness!

Sandy, Lily, Gabby, and Penny are four girls who couldn't be more different from each other, yet there is an insoluble bond between them. They can beat everything together, even though they are not superheroes at all. The power they share comes from the unity they form. In the first foreign trip they take together they explore the atmospheric, magical, and mysterious Paris.  The four friends could have the best time of their life, had their vixenish old teacher, Matilda, not turn the wonderful trip into a boring sightseeing tour. Just when the four girls get tired of Paris, an unexpected twist occurs that, with some perky frolicking, makes the boring trip an exciting adventure.

Objective: Find the sheik’s horse
Target: A white Arabian thoroughbred
Distinguishing mark: Everyone is looking for him
Location: Unknown
Enemies: There's no shortage of them
Allies: There will be a few here and there

The exciting and amusing story is about four chicks who do not want anything extraordinary besides saving the world. Join them on their adventure!

This volume of The Cycle of Life surveys the natural diversity of tropic and arctic seas, focussing on both shallow- and deepwater creatures. How does a coral-reef form? What gives animals living deep down in the dark their sense of locality? The volume visits such areas as The Mexican Baja California peninsula, the Barents Sea, or the Australian Great Barrier Reef, featuring enthralling descriptions and highly realistic illustrations. Come and join us on this wonderful journey!

Secrets of the Earth travels the earth examining the reasons for the changes to our planet, and discovers what regulates the rhythms of the earth. The customs, traditions and beliefs of people are also described.

Senses and Communication reveals how animals' sensory organs work and the role of communication in social relations from the symbiosis of different species to a harem of relatives.

Superpowers investigates the great powers from ancient Egypt to the age of the British empire which had an influence over almost the entire world.

“I’m Champ the chimpanzee. I was just waiting for someone to come by and play dodgeball with me. This is a game where…” but without explaining any further Champ picked up a sizeable pumpkin and threw it straight at Malcolm. The mole tried to avoid the large vegetable, but it was no use. Champ had already thrown yet another pumpkin, which smashed to pieces right on the mole’s head.
“Cut it out!” Malcolm shouted.
But what Champ heard was:
“Go find another pumpkin!”
And he did not need to be told twice!

Mole Malcolm and his friends encounter many an unusual and often funny adventure whilst looking for delicacies to eat or trying to find a home for themselves. Luckily, after a few unsuccessful attempts, they always manage to come up with a cunning plan to overcome all the obstacles in their way. At other times fairies and pixies rush to their aid to help them out of sticky situations. This way or that, the animals of the forest always prove their worthiness and generosity, whilst prompting children just beginning to discover the joy of reading to use their wit and imagination.

Some of the stories in this beautifully illustrated book:

African adventure
The centre of the world
Basil’s birthday
What’s inside?

This guide provides useful ideas, tips and advice for children exploring nature. It shows the basics of reading animal tracks, teaches how to navigate using the stars, and presents unusual ways of catching fish and how to make a fire. Let’s go for an adventure!

The idea of the knight is usually associated in our minds with images of fearless crusaders of the middle ages, as they are charging on the battlefield with their spears forward, testing their strength in duels, or going on adventures accompanied by their loyal squires. Their armor is shiny with sunlight. Their shields are emblazoned with lions, eagles, and dragons. Their capes are sailing behind them, and  the wind flutters royal flags above their plumed helmets... Did these invincible warriors really look and behave like that? Did medieval people really live such romantic lives?
This volume answers these, and many other, questions introducing to the reader the lives of pages and squires, the training of knights, the development of knights weaponry, and the bloody battles of medieval wars and crusades. The volume also provides a glimpse behind the castle walls. You can get to know how castles were built, besieged, and defended; the way knights and the people of the castle lived their daily lives; how lords were hunting and the grandeur of a royal feast. You can get to experience the invigorating atmosphere of tournaments and duels, while also getting to feel the calmness of the lives of the villagers, town dwellers, and the church staff.
The gripping descriptions of the volume come with uniquely detailed, historically loyal, and artistic illustrations that do more than simply demonstrating the descriptions' content: they help the get a deeper understanding and a visual overview of the medieval age.

"Do you want to survive? Eat, then!" States one of the most simple, most fundamental laws of the animal kingdom. "But how do we get what we desire?" the animals ask. "First, evaluate your abilities! If nature equipped you with weapons suited for the hunt, or with fast movement, you might become an excellent predator. If you happen to fall short of these, employ other tricks: Camouflage yourself, set a trap, or steal morsels from the "plates" of others. And what can one do if the "all you can eat" buffet has been depleted? "Well, yes, at such a time it is a good idea to have reserves... but if you are not too lazy to migrate, perhaps you won't go hungry then, either. If you are skilful, careful and lucky enough, then you can avoid becoming prey for others..." 

Volume 3 of the Masters of the Animal Kingdom series circumnavigates every trick of hunting, fishing and gathering, while teaching the reader the dominant, typical, exceptional or special feeding habits of the animal kingdom.

Nearly a hundred and thirty years have passed since German inventor Karl Benz debuted his first car, the Benz Patent-Motorwagen, in 1886. The public of the day received the invention with mild enthusiasm. However, those who denied the significance of this revolutionary invention have been proven wrong by the existence of the many millions of cars that have been traversing the roads ever since. At the beginning of the 20th century, the car was considered an unreachable luxury for most people; today, it has become an integral part of daily life. Perhaps this is why it is worth examining it closer; how it is designed and the natural laws that govern its operation. The book guides the reader through the sometimes-complicated mechanical solutions with the aid of detailed, but easy-to-understand illustrations, taking one essential car component at a time. All this is made even more lifelike by spectacular, three-dimensional pictures.

“If the love for cars and driving is a burning passion in someone, this educational volume is the equivalent of a sacred text.”

Viktor Bárdi
Automotive engineer
Owner of Bárdi Autó Zrt.

The laws of the wild are ruthless. The strong crush the weak, the hunter swoops down on prey, frost traps, icy-cold freezes, the rays of the sun at the equator sear. In spite of the tough conditions, animal species survive. You can learn how the Himalayan jumping spider survives the high mountain climate, the meerkat the attack of the martial eagle, the marmot a fast that lasts for months, and the tardigrade and the agile frog the act of playing dead.

The 4th volume of the Masters of the Animal Kingdom series reviews necessary, spectacular methods of survival, including ones to avoid enemies, obtaining food and safely raising offpsring. It introduces artists that adapt to dangerous places and those that avoid the roughest weather by hybernating or migrating somewhere else.

Four in one! This 246-page complete edition contains the four titles of the series.

What you are holding in your hand is not simply a book. With your help, this volume brings to life the Flower Farm with all its dwellers. If you press out the components of the bulidings and simply fit the parts together, you can place the models of the barn, chicken coop, doghouse and all the other elements on the model board of Flower Farm. All that's left to do is to assemble the figures of the characters, and the fun can begin. Open the small notebook with tales in it, and act out the stories while reading on your very own farm. The rest depends on your imagination...

“Once, a very, very long time ago, perhaps hundreds of thousands or even billions of years ago, there was nothing at all… There was no time and there were no people, no grown-ups, and no girls and boys. Even the world did not exist. Only God knew the endless emptiness…”

The series of books entitled The Ark was written for infant and primary school children. The first volume brings to life the Bible stories of the creation of the world: the birth of Adam and Eve, and the building of Noah’s Ark and the Tower of Babel. The messages of the Old Testament are told in a story-like way with attractive illustrations to spark the imagination of children. The books also include games closely related to the content, exciting experiments and creative handicraft activities for children.

The Illustrated Atlas of World War I gives an insight into the period when the belief in mankind's good nature was lost for ever; into the time when nations preferred to take up arms rather than to endure peace that was shameful for them; into the hordes of unnamed soldiers, who willing accepted the risk and fought heroically for their country and their cause; into the war which the opposing forces believed would end all wars. The Illustrated Atlas of World War I is a guide to the 'Great War', to the shocking fighting that took place in the trenches, on the floating fortresses, in the dogfights and on the battlefields, where modern warfare was born. Expertly written, comprehensive texts brimming with information are complemented by faithful, specially selected illustrations, detailed diagrams and maps. Read the dramatic stories of Verdun, Ypres, the Somme, Isonzo, Passchendaele, and the scenes of other events that today are synonymous with colossal human suffering and senseless sacrifice. Learn about the operations, the weapons, strategies and leaders, and about the events of the war waged almost one hundred years ago that radically and irrevocably changed the future of not only individuals but whole communities and societies.

How did Adolf Hitler come to power? What is blitzkrieg? What was the miracle of Dunkirk? How did a few soldiers on motorcycles occupy a whole town? What was wolf pack? How was the American fleet sunk in an hour and a half? What were tigers and panthers doing in the perishing Russian winter? What did the inside of a World War II fighter look like? After whom was the plane that dropped the atomic bomb named? Readers now, discovering the history of World War II, will find answers to these and many other questions in this volume. For those who do not find answering the above questions challenging, however, this book may have even more in store as they may peruse the weapons, aircraft and military vehicles of the era in large, highly detailed, colour illustrations which help show the development of military technology in the six years of the war.

So much has happened to us that our new stories again fill a whole book. These are the adventures of my favorite pony called Breezy, me and my other naimals who live on Flower Farm as well as those in the nearby fields, forest and lakeside. Because these places are buzzing with life! On one occasion some cheeky jays needed to be taught how to behave and on another agreedy hamster had to be rescued from a tight spot. But the most exciting time was when the barn animals organized an egg hunt for me at Easter and the eggs hatched in the meanwhile. Still it was a lovely surprise and we had lots of fun. Come and join us on our adventures!

Becky

Open this marvelously illustrated book and let Princess Butterfly whisk you away to the world of princesses. She will show you how you, too, can become a real princess! Meanwhile, you'll learn about her day to day life and meet her friends, including Prince Star. Learn how to protect yourself against intrigue, how to put your suitors to the test and everything that an heir apparent ought to know. Make your own princess accessories and have a thoroughly fun time with the charming Princess Butterfly!

Threatening displays of power, dangerous close-quarter combat and fights to the death - we find plenty of examples of every variety of combat in the animal kingdom, from innocent skirmishes through seriously bloody clashes. In the interest of survival, animals must also take up the gauntlet against other members of their species and predators that have targeted them as prey. Whether it is attack or defense, they can only rely on their abilities and inventiveness in this eternal war. Alone or through unified force, with fearsome weapons, tricky tactics and maneuvers of guile, they can triumph over their enemies. Warfare is risky and the stakes are great - usually, it's winner take all. 

Why do animals fight with one another? Which one of their characteristics elevate them to victory? Is it even worth entering combat, or is peace a better idea? In the first volume of the Masters of the Animal Kingdom series, we seek the answer to these and similarly exciting questions. 3...2...1... Let the battle commence!

Hans Christian Andersen (1805–1875) is one of the most popular authors of children’s books worldwide, who published more than 150 books to the delight of his fans all around the globe. The author’s true power lies in the ever so expressive, but simple language he writes, portraying the fine vibrations of the soul and it’s depths, defining the processes of our ponderings and dreams in a style which is second to none. He teaches us that appearances may be deceptive, and that in order to find true love and beauty, we must look into the very heart of each-other’s nature. Many creatures come to life in his tales; characters from the realms of magic, poetry, legends and reality. Kings and queens, inhabitants of lands unknown, mermaids, fairies, goblins, plants and animals are all part of the vibrant imagination of Hans Christian Andersen. This unique compilation of tales was illustrated by G. TOT Tóth Gábor, who harnesses his talent and experience to convey pictures from the lively, magical world of Andersen to the reader.

The Wonders of Nature reports on the role of unusual body structures and colours in nature, as well as 'natural' inventions, and tricks and habits which constitute a marvellous fine tuned system of survival techniques.

Did you know that dolphins can swim and sleep at the same time? Would you believe that the blood of fish living in cold climates contains antifreeze liquid? You could never guess how many interesting phenomena can be found in the animal kingdom. All the various species adapt to their environment in even more various ways, and they survive in the midst of incredible circumstances. The iguana, for instance, risks its life when it dives into the water to find food. Have you heard about the shark's teeth? Well, sharks are capable of replacing teeth in the front row right after losing one, due to the multiple rows of teeth hidden in their jaw! If you want to discover every single detail about the lives of animals, just put your special 3D glasses on and immerse in the extraordinary world of animals.

The tallest among them grew to 18 meters, the heaviest weighed 100 tons, and the fastest could run at 70 km/h. You want to know who I am talking about, right? It's the dinosaurs, of course. You have heard tales about dragons, haven't you? Would you believe that the figure of the dragon is based on stories about the long extinct dinosaurs? Do you want to know everything about the ancient reptilian-like creatures that had populated the world millions of years ago? If so, put your special 3D glasses on and experience the astoundingly amazing world of dinosaurs.

Imagine you are sitting in a Formula-1 race car and you are closely examining everything in it. How do you like it? It's exciting, isn't it? In this book you can experience many cars from the inside, while getting to know the answers to a variety of interesting questions. Do you want to know, for example, the speed of an airplane? Would you like to know how many people can be accommodated on a tanker? Or are you rather interested in the way underground tunnels are built? And did you know there is something called „Moon rover”? If you are keen on getting to know the answers to all these questions, put on your special 3D glasses and get started on a journey into the fascinating world of vehicles.

"Hi, I'm Pete. I live in Alaska and I'm an Eskimo. I bet you think I live in an igloo, but I don't. Our house is built of wood and stone. But grandpa has shown me lots of times how to cut blocks of frozen snow and steck them on top of each other in a circle. We use these shelters made out of ice when we go fishing."

Interesting information about countries, lands, peoples, and customs - as seen through the eyes of the children who live there.

This volume of the series guides the young readers to enchanting fields of interest by presenting the means of casting various playful "spells" around them. The little ones can learn about basic facts of physics, chemistry, and biology through the compact, yet intriguing and entertaining, experiments demonstrated and illustrated in the volume.

The Illustrated Atlas of Vehicles explains land, sea, and air transport vehicles as well as those capable of space travel on large-size coloured cutaway diagram with high detail. It gives an overview of their external and internal structures, operation, and provides insight into their history too. Apart from explaining technical features, the publication describes a number of fascinating peculiarities, and raises a series of solemn as well as thrilling questions. Learn how low a deep sea submarine is capable of diving, what the differences are between a space ship and a space shuttle, or where the giant trucks, the largest transport vehicles on Earth are used.

Battles and wars were incidental to world history. The hunter of the Stone Age who protected his prey, the knight committed to his king, and the soldier served his homeland were all warriors. Generalship means not only killing but survival and winning. While endeavoring to maintain peace we shouldn't forget the brave warriors who provided peace for other people, at the expense of their lives. This volume brings to life the greatest warriors of world history by showing their weaponaries, tactics, arts of war and glorious acts. turning pages the reader imaginary can be among King Leonidas's 300 Spartan heroes at Thermopylae, march on India together with Alexander the Great, fight as a gladiator in the Colosseum, put on the armour of the knights, fire a storm of arrows at the dumbfounded enemy alongside Djengis Khan's riders and share numerous daring adventures. This scientific, richly illustrated volume shows the reader - whether being a student, teacher, parent or adult interested in soldiering - over the most important periods of military history, from the ancient to mediaval times and spurs the reader to get to know this field deeply.

Gain an insight into a frightening and pitiless, yet rich and amazing world. Learn about the uniforms, hand weapons and tactics of the most eminent soldiers. This accurate, well illustrated volume invites the reader to take a spectacular journey in time through the most important ages in military history from the end of the Middle Ages to the present day, and even encourages finding out more about the subject.

How do you see colours? How fast does information travel in your body? Why do you sleep for a third of your life? What makes your adrenalin level rise? In this book you will find the answers to many exciting questions about how your body works. Discover how your sensory organs help you find your way in the world, in other words to move around, to make contact and to recognise danger. You can learn some of the secrets of the working of your control centre, that is your brain, and the mysterious world of emotions and genes to explore who you are. Get to know about your involuntarily functioning organs that keep you alive, whose functions include processing food and fighting germs. What’s more, you can discover the secrets of a long life. Follow our everyday tips to help your organs work smoothly, and develop your stamina, a sense of balance, your memory and intelligence.

The Wonders of the World shows the 7 wonders of the ancient world and the new 7 wonders chosen by the modern world as well as other masterpieces of architecture and art.

The seven edifices of ancient times were first described as wonders of the world by the Phoenician poet Antipater od Sidon, who jotted down the creations of man that astonished him on his travels in the 2nd century BC. Later other authors of antiquity and the Middle ages also drew up their own lists of wonderful sights. Today, a new list of the world's seven most fantastic creations has been compiled, which fascinate modern travellers in the same way that their ancient counterparts captivated visitors long ago.

This volume expands the knowledge of the readers going on this exciting imaginary journey through many interesting facts and authoritative information supported by scientific research. The artistic 3D illustrations make this gripping book even more attractive, bringing the wonders of human ingenuity, will and perseverance within palpable reach, while stimulating the imagination of both adults and children who are interested in these captivating structures.