Encyclopedias

An encyclopedic collection of children's questions answered by experts

Children ask the best questions – and this book has the answers!

This timeless encyclopedia covers children's favourite topics, all in a friendly, easy-to-read Q&A format, perfect to dip into and browse. If your child is always asking questions, from "how do aeroplanes fly?" to "why do tigers have stripes?" and "what's inside a black hole?", and everything in between, this is the book for them. Shaped by children's interests and their insatiable curiosity, this is a book that children will read again and again.

Alongside the children's questions and the expert answers are beautiful illustrations, photographs, and diagrams to bring every topic to life in rich detail and with perfect clarity. 1,000 Curious Questions is essential reading to encourage curious kids to keep questioning the world around them.

Ever wondered how many moons there are in our Solar System, or the number of Olympic sports, or who the 46 US presidents were? If so, this is the book for you!

Leaf through the pages of this beautiful book and you’ll find out how lists, codes, systems, and collections make sense of our world.

With its combination of attractive, timeless images and engaging text, this book is perfect for children aged 9+ (and adults!) who are curious about the world and the lists, systems, and categories that help us understand it.

This book on how the world works offers:

- A breakdown of information that makes sense of the world, including how humans have organised and explained everything from bridges to constellations, feathers to cheeses.
- Bright and colourful pages that break down big topics in an engaging and accessible way.
- Compelling collections of many different subjects broken down into lists and collections.

Explaining everything from the everyday to the obscure, Knowledge A Visual Compendium features intriguing array of objects, animals, lists, and artefacts from nature, science, technology, the arts, and history.

Children can discover the 40 orders of birds, the 88 constellations, the 36 Morse Code symbols, the 118 chemical elements, and the 206 bones in the human body, which illustrate how we order, understand, and make sense of the world.

Journey back to the Mesozoic Era, when fearsome dinosaurs roamed the land, menacing pterosaurs patrolled the skies, and the seas were filled with awesome reptiles.

See every type of prehistoric animal in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Find out how these fascinating creatures lived, why they died out, and what their fossil traces tell us.

This fully revised edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia: Dinosaur! is loaded with more than 60 prehistoric creatures, from the age of dinosaurs to the Ice Age. Did you know that Velociraptor had three large "killer claws" on each foot to hunt down prey? Or that the long-necked Diplodocus was as long as three school buses? Can you imagine what a strange life it would be for Saltasaurus with no toes on their front feet? Would you believe that Carcharodon megalodon was an ocean monster with a fearsome bite at least six times stronger than today's great white shark?

Packed with jaw-dropping 3D images including the Pterodactylus, ferocious Tyrannosaurus, the gigantic snake Titanoboa and mighty woolly mammoth, this fact-filled book is made for kids.

Learn the ins and outs of science as you’ve never seen it before, through incredibly detailed 3D illustrations, in this encyclopedia for children aged 9+.

Knowledge Encyclopedia’s clear explanations, illustrations, photographs, and 3D images will engage children in complex subjects. This impressively detailed encyclopedia uses awesome illustrations to show biology, chemistry, and physics in the world around us.

This all-encompassing science encyclopedia for kids offers:

• An impressive collection of facts, charts, timelines and illustrations.
• A visual approach using illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.
• Clear explanations of physics, chemistry, and biology, as well as space exploration, the latest technology, wonderful wildlife, and our amazing bodies.

Children can explore science in a new and exciting way. Learn about groundbreaking topics like looking inside a cell, pulling apart the ever-present electronics in our lives to see how they work, showing how ships stay afloat, and examining the forces that hold the Universe together.

Learn all the essential information in easy-to-read text and additional fun facts which are brought to life with amazing 3D illustrations that look inside the anatomy of a blue whale, zoom into a molecule of water, and out of the Solar System.

More in the series

Knowledge Encyclopedia Science! is part of DK’s visual and hugely successful Knowledge Encyclopedia series. Complete the collection and dive into the deep with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean!, take a trip to the solar system with Knowledge Encyclopedia Space! and travel back to prehistoric times with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!

This introduction to science for little learners is bursting with fantastic facts and super scientific ideas.

This beginners’ book introduces children to the science all around us, from how a plant makes seeds to how we use friction to warm our hands and how gravity holds us on the Earth, this encyclopedia has it covered.

Ideal for children aged 5-9, this book is a fun and accessible introduction to key topics of scientific study and is the ideal companion to support them with their learning. Investigate the energy of light and sound, examine the power of electricity and magnets and inspect the makeup of glass. Then study the strength of plastic and how it can be recycled and reused - all covered in this exciting approach to science.

This science encyclopedia for children offers:

• A fun and fresh approach to science that cleverly combines entertaining and educational text with vibrant and charming illustrations.
• An exciting new title in the award-winning My Encyclopedia of Very Important... series.
• Chapters on: Space, Energy, Materials, Gases, Elements, Electricity, Animals, Human Body - and much much more.

Covering many topics studied at school, this is the perfect starting point to encourage a life-long love of learning. Children will love to learn about how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly, then launch into space and explore the planets of the Solar System and discover why we float in space!

More in the series

My Encyclopedia of Very Important Science is part of the educational and award-winning My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, teach them about different species with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals, walk with the dinosaurs who once ruled the earth in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs or learn about very exciting Myths and Legends.

About Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes

Packed with more than 1,000 incredible images and full of fascinating facts, this beautiful children's book takes you on an exciting journey across land, sea and sky.

Have you ever wondered what the very first car looked like? Or what weird and wonderful animals people used for transport in the olden days? Ever heard of wing-walking? Or record-breaking racing cars? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more, then Our World In Pictures: Cars, Trains, Ships, and Planes may be the book for you!

Explore the incredible world of automobiles, aviation and more, from mini motors to modern warships, helicopters to high-speed trains, with this engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12 perfect for young transport enthusiasts.

Just discovered you're pregnant? Feeling a little bit overwhelmed?

The Pregnancy Encyclopedia is here for you. Ten detailed chapters cover everything you need to know throughout your pregnancy and beyond from nutrition, exercise, and medical care to fetal development, labour, and breastfeeding.

With experts answering all your questions about pregnancy, birth, and newborns - and amazing images showing you what's really happening inside your body – The Pregnancy Encyclopedia presents the guidance you need from professionals you can trust.

"Cosmos truly is a work that will captivate and inspire readers of all ages. There is something here for those at every level, from primary school students right through to astrophysicists." -- Katie Sawers, BBC Sky at Night

Astonishing images bring every corner of the Universe, from Mars to the furthest galaxies, to the printed page.

Cosmos is a visually captivating journey through the Universe, and is as expansive as the Cosmos itself. It covers everything from the asteroid belt to deep space probes, the ISS to the Oort Cloud, the Big Bang to the end of the Universe, and (just about) everything in between. It presents space as humanity has never seen it before. In this book you’ll find:

• The latest images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.
• Panoramic views of the surface of Mars and images captured by probes that have landed for the first time on comets and asteroids.
• Features on the technology of space exploration, the history of astronomy, and our cultural connection to the night sky.

Cosmos is a tour through space, starting with the Sun and inner Solar System then moving through the outer planets and into the Milky Way and finally the realm of distant galaxies. The gorgeous images are supported by illustrations that dissect the image or explain the processes going on, such as starbirth or the workings of supermassive black holes. Throughout the book are features on the technology of space exploration, the history of astronomy, and our cultural connection to the night sky. With a clear, stylish, pared-back design, Cosmos is a perfect introduction to the wonders of the Universe for young and old astronomers alike. Make time for space time!

Discover the story of "us" - from the dawn of human history up to the world we live in.This visually stunning history encyclopedia for children takes you on an epic fact-packed journey through the past. Explore historical events through vivid illustrations and engaging explanations.Inside the pages of this fascinating history book for children aged 10-14, you'll - Gorgeous images of objects, paintings, and landscapes that bring history to life- In-depth information using targeted captions and annotation- Supporting artwork panels allow for a deeper understanding- Comprehensive historical referenceWelcome to the Explanatorium. Take a look inside to reveal how history works! From the evolution and migrations of early humans to the rise and fall of great empires such as Ancient Rome and the Aztecs, this history reference book shows you what the major turning points in history were.Get the inside track on wars and conflict, including European knights, Japanese samurai, Inca warriors, and the major clashes of World War I, World War II, the Cold War, the War on Terror, and so much more. It's the perfect children's visual encyclopedia for young history buffs.There are more Explanatoriums to explore! Get closer to nature than you've ever been before with Explanatorium of Nature and see the world of science come to life with Explanatorium of Science .

All the most important science topics for kids, from magnets and sound waves to flight and search engines, are simply explained in this fun and informative illustrated STEM book for children studying KS1 and KS2 subjects.

First How Things Work Encyclopedia covers everything children aged 5-9 need to know. What makes rockets go? How does electricity work? Why do we sometimes see rainbows in the sky? This book follows the curriculum for Key Stages 1 and 2 and provides a strong foundation for science and STEM learning through the rest of the school years.

This is the perfect homework help book to support children as they begin to learn about the inner workings of the world around them. It introduces exciting areas of science that will get kids hooked on learning about how things work, including levers, light bulbs, engines, and roller-coasters.

This book sits in DK's popular First Reference series, which is perfect for kids who want to explore the world around them.

DK's best-selling richly illustrated encyclopedia series explores the wonderful world of transport.

Knowledge Encyclopedia: Transport! Uses incredibly detailed 3D illustrations to show children aged 9+ everything they need to know about how vehicles work.

Children will find themselves totally absorbed in complex subjects with the Knowledge Encyclopedia series, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, vivid photographs, and striking 3D images. Meet hundreds of vehicles that float, fly, or speed across the land, including the record breakers - the fastest, largest, longest, and strangest modes of transportation ever to zoom, sail, or soar.

This all-encompassing encyclopedia for kids offers:

- A whole collection of facts, charts, timelines, and illustrations that cover a vast range of transportation.
- Complex subjects that are explained using amazingly detailed CGIs that entice young readers to dive in and explore.
- A visual approach using illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.

Children can explore transportation as they've never seen it before, looking at groundbreaking topics like current and future craft that use green energy to transport people and goods around the world. Peer inside a car engine, feel the roar of a jet, watch a helicopter's rotor create lift, and explore below the decks of an ocean liner in this impressively detailed transport encyclopedia.

More in the series

Knowledge Encyclopedia Transport! is part of DK's visual and informative Knowledge Encyclopedia series. Complete the collection and dive into the deep with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean! , take a trip to the solar system with Knowledge Encyclopedia Space! and travel back to prehistoric times with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur!

This exciting introduction to the world is brimming with facts about our planet and the incredible people and animals who live on it.

From the Arctic to the Antarctic, get ready to explore the continents. Learn about legends and folklore, world history, and how people live around the globe. Read about creatures from the land, sea, and skies, and delve into the world of the prehistoric dinosaurs.

Find out about the impressive planets far away and the amazing features on Earth, from fiery volcanoes to dry deserts. Discover who's who in the animal kingdom. Learn about amazing art and marvellous music. Then say "hello" in lots of languages!

Packed with fun facts and colourful illustrations, My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things will feed your imagination and quench your thirst for knowledge

Learn about everything in the world from animals to art with this book of extraordinary figures and number-based facts for children aged 9-12!

DK's cool compendium puts the fun back into learning, taking children on a number crunching journey around the wonders of our world. With zillions of fun figures at your fingertips, you are sure to expand your horizons and impress your friends with incredible statistics!

Ever wondered how many stone blocks there are in the Great Pyramids at Giza? How long it takes to put on a spacesuit? Or what percentage of your brain you really use?

Well look no further! This world fact book will keep both you and the kids entertained, arming you with nuggets of number knowledge and memorable information proving that data doesn't have to be boring.

Tuck into a feast of fantastic figures and you will find:

-More than 1,000 astonishing facts, divided into six thematic chapters
-Over 80 topics encompassing earth, space, history, technology and more
-Eye-catching double page spreads, including stunning photographs and graphics for every topic
-Fun and surprising information to engage children in the world around them

How Big? How small? How many? How fast?

Satisfying the most inquisitive minds, this trivia book for children provides the answers to those questions you've always wondered about, while offering fresh facts to stretch the imagination.

Did you know, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the world's tallest building with 160 floors?

Or that the sperm whale can hold its breath underwater for an average duration of 90 minutes?

From spectacular stars to ingenious inventions and extravagant fashion, the vast array of topics will spark curiosity in even the most reluctant readers, setting you on a fact-filled journey of discovery! So what are you waiting for?

From animals to the internet, and from pandemics to global warming, this children's encyclopedia includes everything you need to know on just about everything!

Have you ever wondered what the earliest photograph ever taken was? Or what the latest Rover on Mars looks like? How about the speed of which a red kangaroo can jump? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these quirky questions and so many more, then Our World in Pictures Encyclopedia may be the book for you!

Explore galleries of intriguing objects on a range of topics, from plants to space, and from sports to ancient civilizations. This engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12 takes you on a fascinating journey from the past to present day - and into the future!

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:

- Includes more than 1,200 images, including beautiful photographs and never-before-seen illustrations
- Highly visual approach to learning
- Ideal combination of colourful diagrams with infographic text boxes

Prepare to build your knowledge on a wide range of topics, including: space, earth, nature, science, technology, history, culture and society, and entertainment. the striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts on just about everything!

In association with DK Smithsonian, the text proves easily-accessible for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children's encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations.

Learn all about the world one picture at a time!

If you like Our World in Pictures Encyclopedia then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly-visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can dive into the world of dinosaurs with The Dinosaur Book, become a vehicle virtuoso with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes and venture on a journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places.

Meet the people of the world and find out about some of the fascinating cultures that make up our global community. From Spaniards to Samoans, and the Miao to the Miskitu, this fully updated edition of DK's popular Encyclopedia of People will take you on a worldwide tour of continents, peninsulas, and islands to discover what life is like for the billions of people on our planet.

Discover how the Yakut people survive in the Arctic temperatures of Siberia, or why tattoos are so important in Maori culture. Learn about the Mbendeje people's hunting sign language that lets them silently creep up on unsuspecting prey. People and Places: a children's encyclopedia allows you to explore different cultures through illuminating photography and bitesize chunks of information.

The perfect companion to geography and culture projects for school-aged children, this book is a treasure trove of facts and information about the people that make up our world.

Go on an amazing journey of discovery with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn fascinating facts about animals.

Take a tour of the animal kingdom and discover everything you need to know about creatures from elephants to ants in this colourful and charming first animal reference book.

Different chapters focus on different animal types, with a new critter every time you turn the page. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out all about koalas, armadillos, eagles, penguins, turtles, frogs, sharks, and butterflies and many, many more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to nature.

For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have animal encyclopedia.