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Make learning fun \n\nAre your class experts on prehistoric reptiles? Or, do they love learning about Ancient Egypt?\nWith over \n550k players\n to date and more than \n125 kahoots\n, we have a kahoot for every topic, with content pulled from our expert-led DK books. Students can brush up their knowledge with fun and visually \nengaging quizzes from DK Learning\n across key curricular topics. \nUse your DK books to explore the topic, then test students’ understanding with the accompanying kahoot!\nWith kahoots for our key series and best-sellers, including Eyewitness, Super Readers, Timelines, Life Stories and more, use our kahoots in tandem with your DK books to consolidate learning. \nCheck out our History course, challenge your class to the Geography Genius kahoots, or celebrate seasonal dates with our fun collections. Explore everything from electricity to Egyptian myths, dinosaurs to digestion, language learning, learning to read, and so much more. \nWith stunning images and intriguing facts, DK Learning’s hub of exciting quizzes is sure to be a hit with your class.\n\nExplore our full profile now\n \nor discover some of our \nkey kahoots on the DK Learning site\n. 

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Delve into gods and goddesses, hieroglyphs and tombs with this highly visual kahoot. Test your knowledge of Egyptian history and myths with this kahoot on Ancient Egypt!

Year 3 (KS2)

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Year 5 (KS2)

Year 6 (KS2)

History

Ancient Egyptians

Take the DK dinosaur challenge! Can you spot the true and false facts about different types of dinosaur? Learn fun facts about the behaviour and lives of dinosaurs.

Year 7 (KS3)

Science

Dinosaurs - True or False?

Do you know Mars from a meteorite or stars from satellites? Test your knowledge of the planets and the sun with the solar system kahoot!

Solar System

How much do you know about different musical instruments? Test your musical knowledge and find out with this fun 10-question kahoot. Explore instruments from drums to the harp.

Music

Musical Instruments

Do you know all about the people from the past who travelled across continents, braved the open seas and went to the ends of the earth? Test your knowledge of explorers with this fun 10-question history kahoot.

Explorers

Do you know how the Great War started, or when it ended? How much have you picked up about life in the trenches? Find out with this quick 10-question kahoot, and test your knowledge of the First World War.

World War I

How much do you know about the countries, battles, planes and people of World War II? Test your knowledge of the Second World War with this 10-question kahoot.

World War II

Put your physics knowledge to the test with the magnets kahoot. This 10-question kahoot explores how we use magnets, which materials are magnetic, and the Earth's magnetic field.

Magnets

Take the Ancient Greece kahoot! Travel back to the dazzling world of Ancient Greece, and take the 10-question kahoot about their Mediterranean empire. Learn all about the culture and history of the era.

Ancient Greece

How solid is your science knowledge? Answer 10 questions on the states of matter challenge. Explore all things atoms, elements and reactions. 

Solids, Liquids and Gases

Test your knowledge of Vikings! Find out about the culture and history of Vikings with this 10-question kahoot.

Vikings

Test yourself on Ancient Rome! The Ancient Romans ruled over one of the largest and richest empires in history. But how much do you know about Ancient Rome? Take our true or false kahoot to find out!

Ancient Rome

Are you a master of music? Can you tell boogie-woogie from Baroque, and rock from Romantic, or are you just blowing your own horn? Test your knowledge of types of music with this fun 10-question kahoot!

Types of music

Try these 10 questions to test your knowledge of our closest relatives in the animal world with the primates kahoot challenge. Students can learn about the environment and behaviour of primates.

Primates

Test yourself on Knights and Castles! Go back in time to the Middle Ages and battle your way through this 10-question kahoot about the world of castles and knights.

Knights and Castles

Zoom in on insects with this 10-question kahoot. Learn why crickets rub their wings together, the best insect defence mechanisms, which is the largest group of insects, and more!

Insects

Take the prehistoric reptile kahoot! Think you know your Dakosaurus from your Dimorphodon? Take the highly visual 10-question kahoot to see if you can score 10/10 and put your prehistoric knowledge to the test!

Prehistoric Reptiles

Have you swotted up on Smilodon and memorised your mammoths? Take this 10-question kahoot on furry animals from all the way back to the age of dinosaurs.

Prehistoric Mammals

Put your space knowledge to the test with this fantastic 10-question kahoot on stars and galaxies. This highly visual kahoot helps students to consoldiate science learning.

Stars and Galaxies

Take the habitats kahoot! Can you put every animal where they belong on this 10-question kahoot? Delve into the environments of 10 different animals, from moles to macaws.

Habitats

Can you tell Sputnik from a space shuttle? Do you know which machine first photographed the dark side of the moon? Test your knowledge of early space probes in this quick 10-question kahoot.

Space Race Probes

Test your physics knowledge with our electricity kahoot. Find out about conduction, inspiring scientists, circuit symbols, and more.

Electricity 

Put your geography knowledge to the test with this 10-question kahoot on deserts. What is the world's largest hot desert? What is the driest place on Earth? Find out these facts and more with this visual kahoot.

Geography

Deserts

Take the glaciers kahoot! Do you remember everything there is to know about glaciers and how they shape the landscape? Challenge yourself to get 10 out of 10 on the glaciers kahoot and consolidate geography knowledge.

Glaciers

Quiz yourself on weather! Do you know your clouds from your contrails? Put geography knowledge to the test and master the principals of snow, lightning, hurricanes, and more.

Weather

Can you master the twists and turns of the rocking rivers kahoot? Put students' geography knowledge to the test and master the key features of rivers.

Rivers

Think you know the difference between the Arctic and the Atlantic? Explore the largest and smallest oceans whilst consolidating geography knowledge. Dive into our ocean kahoot and see if you can score 10/10!

Oceans

Test your knowledge of underwater animals with the fintastic fish kahoot! Can you spot the true and false facts? Packed with fascinating fish facts, this kahoot tests students' knowledge of the underwater world.

Fish

Do you know about marvellous mammals, from enormous elephants to miniature mice? This 10-question kahoot will help test students' science knowledge of the key features of mammals.

Mammals

Play the Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything Kahoot! Collection: With all questions pulled from the encyclopedia, this fun quiz collection dives into the incredible history, science, and culture of our world!

Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything Kahoot! Collection

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Packed with striking photography and the topics kids love most, this is the fundamental guide to the world around you. The world's greatest record-breakers, most remarkable animals, inspiring history-makers, and cutting-edge technology are all here, in one utterly unputdownable kid's encyclopedia. Like the hugely successful Eyewitness series itself, Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything includes all the topics children want to read about. Each page is illustrated with vivid photography and filled with facts ideal for children aged 9+. This fact-packed encyclopedia for children offers: - Content across the core subjects of nature, science, technology, history, and culture, tackling each topic in an engaging, attention-grabbing way. - Exciting photography, over 1,500 images and a clear design, familiar from the refreshed Eyewitness series. - Facts and stats, quizzes, and interviews with experts - from astronauts to zoologists - who answer kid's questions about what they do and why they love it. Become an eyewitness to the world's most incredible nature, science, and historical events, all in one tremendous picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of everything. Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything introduces the essential guide to the world's most deadly creatures and natural wonders, history's heroes and villains, and science's most incredible breakthroughs and inventions, all as you've never seen them before. This all-encompassing encyclopedia for kids is packed with the topics kids love the most and is a must-have for children who want to know more.

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Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Everything

Learn all about one of the most unique places on the planet, the Galápagos islands, in this beautifully illustrated children's book. This is the ultimate book about the Galápagos for kids, covering the formation of the islands, the fascinating animals that live there, the evolutionary traits of the flora, the diverse climates, the brilliant conservation efforts and much more! This beautifully illustrated and photographic book provides a fascinating tour of the flora, fauna, and geology of the Galapágos islands. Children can learn about the unique and incredible wildlife, volcanoes, climate and Darwin's theory of evolution from his visit to the Galápagos. This educational book for children aged 7-11 features: - Pages on geology, evolution, flora and fauna - everything that makes the Galápagos islands incredible and unique - Educational content surrounding the Galapagos islands' conservation efforts, endemic species, incredible animals, evolution, geology, migration and much more - Beautiful and unique illustrations paired with expert-written text The Galapágos islands is one of the most stunning, biologically diverse, nature-rich places on Earth - and this book covers everything that makes them one of the most unique places on the planet.

Year 2 (KS1)

Galapagos

Discover the fascinating history of our planet with this unique collection of visual timelines. Full of exciting visual timelines covering minutes, hours, days, weeks, months, and years, Timelines of Nature reveals our planet's natural history and its life cycles in an entirely new way. Beginning at our world's existence; children aged 9+ will learn how many years it took the Moon to form and witness Earth's continents collide. Discover the history of Earth's most spectacular features - from the Grand Canyon to the Sahara desert. See how life evolved, from the first single-celled organisms to the extraordinary variety of creatures living today. Then we look at life on Earth today. Every species on Earth has its own unique story - Timelines of Nature reveals these weird and wonderful life cycles through fascinating visual timelines. It tells you what's really happening on Earth each minute of every day. This beautiful nature book for children features: - Beautiful timelines teach young readers all about geology, plants, and animals. - Each timeline is unique and depicts a different topic, such as the story of how whales evolved, how the Moon was formed, or how a tiger spends its day. - Feature pages highlight climactic moments in nature, for example, the butterfly finally emerging from its chrysalis. - Supporting educational boxes on each page explain key points about nature, helping kids to discover more about the world around them. Children can marvel at a variety of different timeframes in nature, like geological timelines spanning thousands of years; a year in the life of a habitat, a day in the life of an animal, and complete plant life cycles. Ever wondered what the mayfly does with its short life? In this book, you'll find out how it lives as a nymph for two weeks, before flying out of the water for just a day in the sky as a mayfly. If you've ever thought about how a chimpanzee spends its day, how the rainforest changes over 24 hours, or how long a kangaroo's pregnancy lasts, then this is the book for you! Explore the series! If you like Timelines of Nature, why not check out other our exciting titles in the Timelines series? Explore the unique collection of visual timelines which bring big topics to life. Discover leaders, legends and legacies in Timelines of Black History, uncover the past from woolly mammoths to World Wars in Timelines of Everything and explore key milestones and breakthroughs with Timelines of Science.

Animals and Nature

Timelines of Nature

In this kids' biography, follow the remarkable life story of Albert Einstein, whose legendary genius and creative imagination made him one of the world's most famous thinkers. Albert Einstein is known as one of the most brilliant people in history. His many theories and discoveries changed the way scientists think and work, and the way in which we look at and understand things. Learn all about Einstein's family and education, his travels and troubles, and the special compass he was given as a young boy that first set him on the path to questioning the world around him. This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series every teacher and librarian will want to collect. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.

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DK Life Stories Albert Einstein

Discover the inspiring story of Marie Curie - the scientist who made more than one world-changing discovery, and the first woman to win a Nobel prize - in this fascinating kids' biography. Born to poor school teachers at a time when women could not attend university in her home country of Poland, Marie Curie sought out an underground university and worked hard to save money for further study in Paris. She made it to France, and continued to dedicate herself to science once she had graduated. In search of new radioactive elements, she undertook physically exhausting work with materials that were later found to be incredibly dangerous. Having finally discovered polonium and radium, the Nobel prize that should have been hers was first awarded to her husband - but Marie eventually won the fame she deserved. This biography, ideal for kids aged 7-11, charts the major events of Marie's life, from her childhood in Poland, when she discovered her love of science using the lab kit her father brought home from his school, to coining the term "radioactive" and developing mobile radiology units that helped treat countless injured soldiers in the First World War.

DK Life Stories Marie Curie

In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black president of South Africa after spending 27 years in prison. In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa-and to become the country's first black president. In this biography book for kids ages 8-11, learn all about Mandela's incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation. This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series everyone will want to collect. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.

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DK Life Stories Nelson Mandela

Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens - African-American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist - in this fascinating kids' biography. Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he experienced discrimination throughout his athletic career, such as having to stay at a different hotel to his teammates, because of the colour of his skin. However, he went on to win an incredible four gold medals at the Berlin 1936 Olympic Games. This biography, ideal for kids aged 8-11, charts the major events of Jesse's life; from his childhood growing up on a farm in Alabama before his family moved to Ohio in search of better opportunities, to the beginning of his running career and years as a world record-breaking student athlete while working part-time jobs, all the way to the Olympics and beyond. DK Life Stories goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most inspiring people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement age-appropriate, narrative text. Definition boxes, information sidebars, and inspiring quotes add depth, while a handy reference section at the back makes DK Life Stories the one biography series everyone will want to collect.

DK Life Stories Jesse Owens

Our Course Book (Level 1) is a great reference guide to introduce English for beginners including key language skills, grammar, and vocabulary. Ideal for English test preparations or ESL lesson plans, the Course Book uses visual teaching methods to introduce the English language, reinforced through a variety of exercises and examples when used alongside our Practice Book (Level 1). From introducing yourself and talking about your home, city, and hobbies to expanding your vocabulary and understanding grammar and punctuation, this is a completely comprehensive introduction to practical English usage. Whether you are looking for ESL teaching resources, or a structured programme for adults to learn English as a second language, the English for Everyone Course Books provide: - Sample language examples: New language topics are introduced in context using clear, illustrated, and colour coded explanations - Supporting audio: Extensive English-speaking audio materials integrated into every unit, giving vital oral and listening practice. (All supplementary audio is available on the DK English for Everyone website and IOS/Android App). - Quick referencing: Easy-to-follow units, mirrored in both the Course and Practice Books for easy referencing and teaching - Sentence formation guides: Visual break downs of English grammar in use, showing learners how to recreate even complex English sentences - Visual English vocabulary cues: Lists of useful English words and common phrases with visual aids are available throughout the book - Personalised learning: Write-on lines encourage ESL learners to write their own prompts and translations where needed to help customise English language learning The English for Everyone Level 1 resources cover the skills and topics required for all major global English-language exams and reference frameworks including: - CEFR: A1 - TOEFL (test paper): 0-250 - TOEFL (computer-based test): 0-30 - TOEFL (online test): 0-10 - IELTS: 0-2.5 - TOEIC: 0-200 English for Everyone is a series of guides and practice books that supports English learning for adults from a beginner level, to intermediate, and advanced practical English. Offering an easy-to-follow format that offers guidance for both teaching English as a foreign language, and a self-study approach with resources available to improve English speaking, reading and writing.

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English

English for Everyone Course Book Level 1 Beginner

Feeling put off by phrasal verbs? English for Everyone: English Phrasal Verbs can help you to understand the context and definitions of over 1,000 of the most common phrasal verbs. Phrasal verbs (two- or three-part verbs such as "put off", "put on", "put up with") are incredibly useful but notoriously difficult to learn. English for Everyone: Phrasal Verbs uses the same combination of visual teaching and crystal-clear definitions as the rest of the English for Everyone series to make one of the most difficult aspects of learning English much easier. Take your practical English usage to the next level and build your confidence in spoken and written English through clear modules and simplified explanations based on everyday topics such as technology, relationships, work and more. With supporting audio available online, sample sentences throughout the book, and practice exercises, English for Everyone: English Phrasal Verbs can help you confidently progress your English language from advanced to fluent in both social and business environments. About English For Everyone English for Everyone is a series of guides and practice books that support English learning for teenagers and adults from a beginner level, to intermediate, and advanced practical English. Offering a fun and easy-to-follow format that offers guidance for both teaching English as a foreign language, and a self-study approach with resources available to improve English speaking, reading and writing. Whether you are looking for ESL teaching resources or a structured programme for students to learn English as a second language, the English for Everyone Series provides: - Sample language examples: New language topics are introduced in context using clear, illustrated, and colour-coded explanations - Supporting audio: Extensive English-speaking audio materials integrated into every unit, giving vital oral and listening practice. (All supplementary audio is available on the DK English for Everyone website and IOS/Android App). - Quick referencing: Easy-to-follow units for easy referencing and teaching - Sentence formation guides: Visual break downs of essential English grammar for beginners, showing learners how to recreate even complex English sentences - Visual English vocabulary cues: Lists of useful English words and common phrases with visual aids are available throughout the book The English for Everyone Series covers the skills and topics required for all major global English-language exams and reference frameworks including: - CEFR - TOEFL - IELTS - TOEIC

English for Everyone English Phrasal Verbs

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises. Want to brush up on your English idioms? Hoping to pass an English exam with flying colours? Ideal for anyone who wants to learn English to native-speaker standard, this fun and engaging visual guide to the most common and useful English idioms and phrases will help you understand and remember English idiomatic expressions and their meanings, making your English more fluent and natural. English for Everyone: English Idioms combines an innovative visual teaching method with the best of DK design to make one of the most difficult aspects of learning English as a foreign language incredibly easy. Hundreds of expressions are presented in context, with crystal-clear definitions and attractive illustrations. The ebook also covers English collocations and commonly confused words, helping you avoid the kind of mistakes that native English speakers would never make. Each teaching module is followed by tightly focused practice exercises to help you remember what you have learned. Extensive supporting audio is integrated throughout the course, with every expression in the context of its sample sentence recorded by native English speakers. The audio is free, available online, and can be played, paused, and repeated as often as you like, to help you perfect your pronunciation of each expression. Suitable for learners at all levels, English for Everyone: English Idioms is an exciting and intuitive guide to improving your understanding of English and the style of your written and spoken English.

English for Everyone English Idioms

Meet some very different animal families, and discover who does what, in this book for children about the various social structures across the animal kingdom. In the animal kingdom, just like the human one, families come in all shapes and sizes. Throughout the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, you'll begin to see animals in a whole new light. Children aged 5-7 will love to learn about the different animal families and compare these experiences to their very own! Discover who's the boss, who looks after the children, and who's in charge of getting dinner. Meet a different animal family on every page, learn about what it's like to live in the group, how they communicate with each other, and the names of the group, males, females, and young. Inside the pages of this beautiful animal book, you'll find: - Information on around 20 animal families, including elephants, penguins, chimpanzees, dolphins, crows, bees, and wolves. - Pages are written from the perspective of a different animal species within each group, allowing children to dive deeper into this subject. - Many different animal topics, like social structure and gender roles within each group, their body language and vocal sounds, how they care for their young, and the collective nouns and names for the males, females, and young of each group. From elephants and chimpanzees to wolves and bison. Is there an animal family like your human family? And if you were an animal, which family would you choose? This fascinating book on the animal kingdom will make the perfect gift for young animal enthusiasts, as they meet all the different families in the animal world!

Year 1 (KS1)

My Animal Family

Uncover the journeys that define Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of migration stories. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, learn about how migration has shaped Black British History. Discover how migration has been part of British history right from the start. For example, did you know Black people lived in Britain during Roman times? Or that there was a Black trumpeter in Henry VIII's court? Find out more in this fascinating guide to Britain's diverse history. Discover the Black British people who campaigned for the abolition of slavery in the 18th century, like Olaudah Equiano. Find out what brought people to Britain in the 20th century and what life was like for them. Learn how migration is important to Britain's identity and history, and how it continues today. This book features a foreword from Maro Itoje, bright, bold illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a timeline and glossary of key terms. Explore key stories in Black British History alongside: - Written by Millie Mensah with beautiful and striking illustrations by Camilla Ru - Empowering tone to inspire children to ask questions and continue their learning beyond the page. - Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series. - Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format. - Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16. Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Migration is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore important sites in Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Places, and discover an inspiring collection of stories of iconic figures from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Legacies.

The Black Curriculum Migration

Discover the inspiring stories of iconic figures from Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of Black icons. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, discover inspiring stories about key figures from Black British History. Learn about Britain's Black STEM heroes, like Dr Cecil Belfield Clark who changed medicine; incredible musicians from Evelyn Dove to Arlo Parks; sports stars who broke new ground, like Maurice Burton and Lewis Hamilton; and activists like Olive Morris and Claudia Jones who fought for their communities. Learn about the links between different legacies and how people from the past paved the way for modern day heroes. This book features a foreword from Lewis Hamilton, bright, bold illustrations, and extra information, including a timeline and glossary of key terms. Explore key stories in Black British History alongside: - Written by Lania Narjee with bold, colourful artwork by Chanté Timothy that illustrates each person's story. - Part of an eye-catching three-part series. - The book sheds light on forgotten stories from the past, as well as celebrating current stars like Stormzy and Marcus Rashford. - Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16. - Empowering tone to inspire children to ask questions and continue their learning beyond the page. - Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series. - Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format. - Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16. Divided into four sections: Art, STEM, Sport, and Politics & Social Justice, the book inspires children to pursue their passions. Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Legacies is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore important sites in Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Places, and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.

The Black Curriculum Legacies

Learn all about the important places that define Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of crucial sites. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, learn about the important places that define Black British History. Dive into untold stories and learn what happened when and where. Who was John Edmonstone, where did he live in Edinburgh, and how did he influence Charles Darwin? What can street names tell us about Britain's links to the Transatlantic Slave Trade? Who campaigned to Free the Cardiff Three and how did St Pauls Carnival get started? Learn all this and more, with this collection of important stories from Black British history around Britain. This book features a foreword from Darcus Beese, bright, bold illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a timeline and glossary of key terms. Explore key places in Black British History alongside: - Specially commissioned illustrations by Amanda Quartey are warm, fun and colourful. - Empowering tone inspires children to ask questions, and continue their learning beyond the page, thinking about the stories they can discover about their own local history - Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series. - Written byMelody Triumph - Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format. Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Places is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore Black British Pioneers with The Black Curriculum - Legacies and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.

The Black Curriculum Places

Bored of biology? Crushed by chemistry? Perplexed by physics? DOES SCIENCE REALLY MATTER ANYWAY? Oh, only for... JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING! From how to stop a virus to defy gravity, and from how to predict the future to how to see the past, this ebook shows you where science started, why it matters now, and the jaw-dropping places it may lead us to in the future. It will change the way you think about science FOREVER! Beautiful hand-drawn illustrations show you how history's most ingenious and daring scientists solved mysteries that had puzzled the ancient world for millennia, triggering an age of discovery that gave us telescopes, flying machines, steam engines, antibiotics, electricity, radio, space travel, and computers. Discover the amazing men and women who challenged conventional thinking and put their lives at risk to learn about everything, from planetary orbits and gold to germs, and from gunpowder to radioactivity. What's the Point of Science? explains in super-simple terms how science really works and why it changed the world. It's packed with surprising facts, tales of ingenuity and endeavour, and beautiful, unique illustrations. This ebook is about how scientists changed the world, one breakthrough at a time, and it is guaranteed to inspire, surprise, amuse, and entertain everybody who downloads it.

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What's the Point of Science?

A beautifully illustrated collection of profiles of more than 80 goddesses and other powerful women retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of key female figures from all over the world in this thrilling compendium of goddesses and heroines. With more than 30 stories about goddesses and powerful women, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in female figures from different cultures. This collection of tales for children aged 7-9 includes stories like how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing and how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon. The enthralling stories introduce famous figures from around the world, while a handy reference section is packed with information about the goddesses and heroines themselves. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 beloved stories retold by award-winning author Dr Jean Menzies, with striking illustrations bringing the tales to life. This book on goddesses for children offers: - Over 80 profiles of women in mythology, covering famous classics and lesser-known stories. - Striking illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder. - A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader's convenience. - Stunning gold foil on the cover, making it a wonderful gift for children into mythology. - More than 30 stories, combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information. It's time to dive into the underworld of powerful women from religion and myth, from famous figures such as the warrior Mulan, to lesser-known characters like the ancient Greek queen Alcestis. Goddesses and Heroines brings the world of legendary women to life and is the perfect gift for children who love history and mythology. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection! Discover the secrets of the pharohs tombs with Egyptian Myths, read extraordinary stories from Ancient Greece with Greek Myths, and uncover action-packed tales of extraordinary creatures and compelling gods, goddesses and more with Norse Myths.

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Discover the mysteries of Earth's closest neighbour in this incredible guide to the Moon. This charming book is the perfect introduction for young readers who want to learn about every aspect of the moon. The Moon features breakdowns of the Moon's formation and geography, the lunar phases, a history of NASA's Apollo missions, the Moon's effect on Earth's tides and nocturnal animals, recent scientific discoveries, and so much more! This fascinating guide introduces 7-9 year olds to the moon's past, present, and future, through stunning illustrations, photographs, and fascinating information. Packed with mind-blowing facts, this incredible book of the moon is perfect for space lovers everywhere. Explore this wonderful book about the moon, featuring: - In-depth information, backed up by space photography, probe images, illustrations, and fun diagrams - Stunning dreamy illustrations, making this title a perfect gift, as well as a solid reference book - Easy-to-digest sections, each filled with incredible facts and visuals - The entire subject of the Moon - including its formation and geography, the lunar phases, a history of NASA's Apollo missions, its effect on Earth's tides and nocturnal animals, plenty of recent scientific discoveries, and more! Boasting beautiful illustrations by artist Dawn Cooper, combined with up-to-date images from space agencies such as NASA and ESA, info panels, timelines, and diagrams, that help demystify and explain the wonder of the Moon, this is the perfect book for young readers.

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A look at animals and plants from the point of view of their amazing scientific adaptations. Join bestselling author Steve Mould to uncover nature's greatest scientists, engineers, and mathematicians from plants that can count to architect insects. If you thought all scientists wear white coats and work in labs, think again! Meet amazing engineers, such as the spiders who build immense webs from different kinds of silk; funky physicists, like the bats that can see with sound; and surprising chemists, such as the corpse flower that smells like smelly socks to attract insects to pollinate it! The science behind each genius adaptation is explained clearly in Steve Mould's trademark humorous style and you'll be amazed by nature's solutions to some of the world's trickiest problems. Wild Scientists is a brilliant introduction to some of nature's cleverest animals and plants. You'll never look at nature the same way again!

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Learn about the remarkable beginnings of life with this adorable book of baby animals hatching from their eggs. Find out all about how eggs hatch step by step in this fascinating baby animal book for children. Many animals start life inside eggs and this book explores these magical capsules in detail, with stunning photographs of the moment the creatures emerge. Featuring more than 20 animals - including a penguin, a tortoise, and even a slug - this book documents the moment of hatching in detail. Children aged 5-7 can learn how birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates hatch from their eggs, as well as what happens inside an egg's shell. This captivating animal book for children features: - A step-by-step account of different types of animals hatching, as well as what an egg is, which animals have eggs, and what is inside an egg. - Introductory pages that explain which animals have eggs and how they work. - Large, detailed photographs show eggs hatching almost in real time. - A wide range of animals, from birds to amphibians and insects. With expert information, jaw-dropping photography, and a beautifully shiny foil finish, The Egg Book is the ideal gift for any child with a love of nature and baby animals. Children will love to see the biggest egg in the world hatching, find out which animals have jellylike eggs, and which animals' egg cases are known as "mermaids' purses".

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Discover the main instruments of the orchestra accompanied by 10 sound clips of child-friendly famous pieces, including Lark Ascending, Flight of the Bumblebee, Carnival of the Animals, Children's Intermezzo Suite, and more. Featuring 10 different sound buttons throughout the book that play 10-second clips of famous classical pieces performed by a live orchestra. Parents and carers - save the batteries, and your patience, with an on/off switch for the musical sounds located on the left of the back cover. Tune up and take your seat - the orchestra is about to begin! Introduce the maestro-in-making in your life to orchestral music. Follow Ava and Jayden on a magical journey as they discover the instruments of the orchestra and explore beautiful scenes inspired by the music. Young readers can discover instruments from the violin to the trumpet, and learn about the composers and their dazzling pieces. The spreads tell the story of the classical tune, while the sound button brings it to life. Discover 10 famous classic pieces appropriate for children, including; - Williams' The Lark Ascending - Saint-Saëns' Carnival of the Animals - Rossini's William Tell - Rimsky-Korsakov's Flight of the Bumblebee - Handel's Messiah - Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake - Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue - Strauss' Sunrise - Mozart's Horn Concerto No. 4 - Clara Schumann's Piano Concerto in A minor. Ideal for young fans of classical music aged 4-7 years and those beginning to learn an instrument, The Very Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra is guaranteed to amaze and inspire. The story text leads you through magical scenes inspired by the orchestra and music with easy-to-read rhymes pulled out for younger readers and fascinating fact boxes to reinforce learning. The easy press buttons play 10 seconds of music each.

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Kahoot! Quiz Time \n\nDK has collaborated with Kahoot! to bring you the \nKahoot! Quiz Time series\n, a collection of colourful quiz books to test knowledge on key subjects. Each book delves into a key curricular topic and explores essential and exciting facts. \nKids can challenge themselves and friends to test their knowledge on the subject of each spread, then turn the page to reveal the answers and learn more. Discover more quizzes on the same topic through QR codes throughout the book.\n

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Bring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about animals! What is the largest known butterfly in the world? What is the purpose of a shell? Which fox lives in the Sahara? Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting animal quiz book, packed with questions and facts about the animal kingdom. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! – which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries – Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike. Fun facts and exciting trivia await! <ul><li>LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge – or compete with friends! </li><li>BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE: QR codes in the book link directly to digital, interactive quizzes with exclusive content – no login or app required. Prefer to keep it screen-free? No problem - the digital quizzes aren’t essential to keep the fun flowing </li><li>EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Kahoot! is the #1 most used classroom engagement and assessment tool and has recently been named a Selection for Learning by Common Sense Education</li><li>STUNNING, FULL-COLOUR PAGES: Each page has full-colour images for curious minds who prefer to learn visually </li><li>WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FUN FACTS: Every topic includes additional reference information to accompany the questions and answers, giving more background to satisfy curiosity and extend classroom learning </li><li>FUN FOR FAMILIES OR AT SCHOOL: Whether used as a classroom learning tool or as part of your next game night, Kahoot! ensures quiz times balance fun and educational value</li></ul> Teachers and parents love Kahoot! – now, it’s your turn to join the fun Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals is a colourful quiz book packed with questions based on core animal themes to help children learn by challenging themselves, friends, and family. Already used in schools throughout the country and across the world, including 8 million teachers, Kahoot! is a globally trusted educational tool that ensures learning remains fun for all. Together, let’s make learning awesome! Expand your next quiz adventure with more Kahoot! Quiz Time titles: Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body Kahoot! Quiz Time Space Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs Kahoot! and the K! logo are trademarks of Kahoot! AS.

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Bring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about the human body! What is your body’s largest organ? What connects the eye to the brain? What is the longest bone in your body? Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting human biology quiz book, packed with questions and facts about the incredible human body. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! – which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries – Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike. Fun facts and exciting trivia await!<ul><li>LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge – or compete with friends! </li><li>BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE: QR codes in the book link directly to digital, interactive quizzes with exclusive content – no login or app required. Prefer to keep it screen-free? No problem - the digital quizzes aren’t essential to keep the fun flowing </li><li>EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Kahoot! is the #1 most used classroom engagement and assessment tool and has recently been named a Selection for Learning by Common Sense Education</li><li>STUNNING, FULL-COLOUR PAGES: Each page has full-colour images for curious minds who prefer to learn visually </li><li>WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FUN FACTS: Every topic includes additional reference information to accompany the questions and answers, giving more background to satisfy curiosity and extend classroom learning </li><li>FUN FOR FAMILIES OR AT SCHOOL: Whether used as a classroom learning tool or as part of your next game night, Kahoot! ensures quiz times balance fun and educational value</li></ul> Teachers and parents love Kahoot! – now, it’s your turn to join the fun Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body is a colourful quiz book packed with questions based on core human biology themes to help children learn by challenging themselves, friends, and family. Already used in schools throughout the country and across the world, including 8 million teachers, Kahoot! is a globally trusted educational tool that ensures learning remains fun for all. Together, let’s go for gold and make learning awesome! Expand your next quiz adventure with more Kahoot! Quiz Time titles: Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body Kahoot! Quiz Time Space Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs Kahoot! and the K! logo are trademarks of Kahoot! AS.

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Bring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about space! What is the nearest neighbour to Earth? What is the force that pushes a rocket called? Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting space quiz book, packed with questions and facts about our mind-blowing galaxy and beyond. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! – which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries – Kahoot! Quiz Time Space is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike. Fun facts and exciting trivia await!<ul><li>LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge – or compete with friends! </li><li>BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE: QR codes in the book link directly to digital, interactive quizzes with exclusive content – no login or app required. Prefer to keep it screen-free? No problem - the digital quizzes aren’t essential to keep the fun flowing </li><li>EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Kahoot! is the #1 most used classroom engagement and assessment tool and has recently been named a Selection for Learning by Common Sense Education</li><li>STUNNING, FULL-COLOUR PAGES: Each page has full-colour images for curious minds who prefer to learn visually </li><li>WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FUN FACTS: Every topic includes additional reference information to accompany the questions and answers, giving more background to satisfy curiosity and extend classroom learning </li><li>FUN FOR FAMILIES OR AT SCHOOL: Whether used as a classroom learning tool or as part of your next game night, Kahoot! ensures quiz times balance fun and educational value</li></ul> Teachers and parents love Kahoot! – now, it’s your turn to join the fun Kahoot! Quiz Time Space is a colourful quiz book packed with questions based on core space themes to help children learn by challenging themselves, friends, and family. Already used in schools throughout the country and across the world, including 8 million teachers, Kahoot! is a globally trusted educational tool that ensures learning remains fun for all. Together, let’s go for gold and make learning awesome! Expand your next quiz adventure with more Kahoot! Quiz Time titles: Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body Kahoot! Quiz Time Space Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs Kahoot! and the K! logo are trademarks of Kahoot! AS.

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Bring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about dinosaurs! When did dinosaurs roam the Earth? Which dinosaur was the biggest? Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting dinosaur quiz book, packed with questions and facts about these magnificent prehistoric beasts. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! – which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries – Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike. Fun facts and exciting trivia await!<ul><li>LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge – or compete with friends! </li><li>BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE: QR codes in the book link directly to digital, interactive quizzes with exclusive content – no login or app required. Prefer to keep it screen-free? No problem - the digital quizzes aren’t essential to keep the fun flowing </li><li>EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Kahoot! is the #1 most used classroom engagement and assessment tool and has recently been named a Selection for Learning by Common Sense Education</li><li>STUNNING, FULL-COLOUR PAGES: Each page has full-colour images for curious minds who prefer to learn visually </li><li>WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FUN FACTS: Every topic includes additional reference information to accompany the questions and answers, giving more background to satisfy curiosity and extend classroom learning </li><li>FUN FOR FAMILIES OR AT SCHOOL: Whether used as a classroom learning tool or as part of your next game night, Kahoot! ensures quiz times balance fun and educational value</li></ul> Teachers and parents love Kahoot! – now, it’s your turn to join the fun Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs is a colourful quiz book packed with questions based on core dinosaur themes to help children learn by challenging themselves, friends, and family. Already used in schools throughout the country and across the world, including 8 million teachers, Kahoot! is a globally trusted educational tool that ensures learning remains fun for all. Together, let’s go for gold and make learning awesome! Expand your next quiz adventure with more Kahoot! Quiz Time titles: Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body Kahoot! Quiz Time Space Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs Kahoot! and the K! logo are trademarks of Kahoot! AS.

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Bring the Quiz Time fun to family game nights and classroom learning with over 400 trivia questions about the earth! What is the highest mountain in the world? What is the Earth's core made of? Find out the answers to these questions (and many more) in this exciting quiz book about the natural world, packed with questions and facts about our incredible planet. Based on the award-winning digital learning platform Kahoot! – which has surpassed 10 billion user sessions in over 200 countries – Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth is perfect for fun times with family and friends, and educational settings alike Fun facts and exciting trivia await!<ul><li>LOADED WITH 400+ QUIZ QUESTIONS: 250 trivia questions in the book, with 15 exclusive bonus quizzes (150 questions) available online for each topic that let you test your knowledge – or compete with friends! </li><li>BOOK + ONLINE EXPERIENCE: QR codes in the book link directly to digital, interactive quizzes with exclusive content – no login or app required. Prefer to keep it screen-free? No problem - the digital quizzes aren’t essential to keep the fun flowing </li><li>EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Kahoot! is the #1 most used classroom engagement and assessment tool and has recently been named a Selection for Learning by Common Sense Education</li><li>STUNNING, FULL-COLOUR PAGES: Each page has full-colour images for curious minds who prefer to learn visually </li><li>WEIRD AND WONDERFUL FUN FACTS: Every topic includes additional reference information to accompany the questions and answers, giving more background to satisfy curiosity and extend classroom learning </li><li>FUN FOR FAMILIES OR AT SCHOOL: Whether used as a classroom learning tool or as part of your next game night, Kahoot! ensures quiz times balance fun and educational value</li></ul> Teachers and parents love Kahoot! – now, it’s your turn to join the fun Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth is a colourful quiz book packed with questions based on core earth-related themes to help children learn by challenging themselves, friends, and family. Already used in schools throughout the country and across the world, including 8 million teachers, Kahoot! is a globally trusted educational tool that ensures learning remains fun for all. Together, let’s go for gold and make learning awesome! Expand your next quiz adventure with more Kahoot! Quiz Time titles: Kahoot! Quiz Time Animals Kahoot! Quiz Time Human Body Kahoot! Quiz Time Space Kahoot! Quiz Time Earth Kahoot! Quiz Time Dinosaurs Kahoot! and the K! logo are trademarks of Kahoot! AS.

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