Susanne Fischer 

For schools exploring concepts such as the human body, mental health, emotions, relationships, as well as communities and cultures within the \nWho we are \ntheme, DK offers a fantastic selection of titles. These books are bound to come in handy for independent research, class readers and for inspiring activities to support a variety of lines of inquiry.  

Who We Are

Empower your child and help them build their self-esteem and resilience with 365 affirmations, one for each day of the year. I am strong. I am brave. I can handle anything. This inspiring positive affirmations book reminds children of all the things they can love about themselves and what they have to offer the world. This wonderful self-care book will teach kids aged 7-9 years the power of positive thinking. Here's what's inside: - Beautiful children's book with daily affirmations for children and calming illustrations - Contains profiles of key historical figures and events - Includes step-by-step mindful activities for kids that will help bring the affirmations to life From "positivity" to "calm" and "adventure", this affirmations journal for kids has a different theme for each month. This will help children overcome negative thoughts and remind them to champion themselves throughout the year. Affirmations tied to certain key events from history provide motivation and encouragement. On 17th April, learn about the Apollo 13 mission and discover how to stay calm under pressure. On 1st December, Rosa Parks's refusal to give up her seat on the bus links to the affirmation "I stand up for myself and others." This children's mental health book is also packed with practical activities - from creating a "happiness jar" to help young readers come up with their own affirmations to building a "coping wheel" to show them how to manage stress. I Am I Can is a powerful book that will teach children how to believe in themselves and keep anxiety at bay.

I Am, I Can

Packed with fascinating facts and spectacular photography, this encyclopedia brings you face to face with more than 80 peoples from around the world. Take an eye-opening tour of Earth's landscapes and inhabitants. Discover how the Yakut people survive in the Arctic temperatures of Siberia, and why tattoos are so important in Maori culture. 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. The perfect companion to geography and culture projects for school-aged children, this book is a treasure trove of facts and information. From the Yanomami of the Amazon rainforest to the Miao people of Eastern China, this is a unique snapshot of the diverse and increasingly fragile cultures living in our beautiful world.

People and Places A Children's Encyclopedia

Embark on an exciting journey through the most interesting and important festivals, celebrations, and holidays enjoyed by people around the world. Stunning original illustrations and fascinating facts will inspire and inform children about cultures and religions from a huge range of countries. Witness a camel marathon in a celebration of the Sahara Desert, munch on Mid-Autumn mooncakes in China, and discover why skeletons dance at the Day of the Dead in Mexico. Children will love poring over artist Katy Halford's beautiful illustrations, which showcase every celebration in absorbing detail. Engaging facts introduce readers to the most interesting aspects of each celebration, from the costumes worn to the food eaten, and encourage an understanding of other cultures and religions. It's time to celebrate!

Celebrations Around the World

Sometimes emotions can make your head feel all mixed up! But this super useful book, in partnership with children's mental health charity Place2Be, is here to be your friend and guide, and to help you understand what's going on inside your brain. With My Mixed Emotions you can learn how to untangle your emotions, love your feelings, and make friends with yourself. Divided into happiness, fear, anger, and sadness, My Mixed Emotions explores the four big emotions, the reasons why you feel them, and the science behind each one. Learn how to be resilient in the best and worst times, including how to deal with bullies, grief, divorce, but also how to relax, be grateful for small things, and mindful of your emotions. Along the way you will discover more amazing things about yourself, such as why you cry when you are sad, why you sometimes feel nervous, and what happens in your brain when you are happy, My Mixed Emotions will be your guide as you travel through the mixed-up world of emotions to discover the wonderful, unique person that you are.

My Mixed Emotions

Depending on the focus of your \nWhere we are in place and time\n, the DK catalogue offers a range of exciting books for different reading levels and age groups. Ranging from historic figures to events and different concepts exploring time, discoveries and migrations, there are many literary opportunities that can link to your central ideas and inquiries.

Where We Are in Place and Time

From William Shakespeare to Oprah Winfrey and Anne Frank to Julius Caesar, get the inside track on the incredible lives of history's biggest names in this collection of timelines. Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details about notable people, including kings and queens, humanitarians, scientists, and much more, Timelines of Everyone will take you on a whirlwind journey telling the stories of the most impressive figures. More than 150 timelines will provide children aged 8-12 with all the general knowledge they need - and even some surprising trivia they don't! Must-know topics and lesser-known trivia are showcased with beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. Timelines of Everyone reveals not just the incredible achievements, contributions, and adventures of historical figures, but the lesser-known events that shaped them too, from childhood into old age. This educational book for children aged 9-12 offers: - An equal number of timelines about women and men, and each timeline is beautifully designed to capture the essence of that particular historical figure. - A chronological structure, with six chapters covering from the ancient world to the present day. - Big, bright, bold timelines bring history to life and entice children to dive in and discover the past. - More than 150 separate timelines on a diverse range of important figures throughout history. - A global focus covering Asian, African, South American, and Oceanian history, not just European and North American. Following on from the bestselling Timelines of Everything, this fascinating children's book focuses on the biographies of a myriad of movers and shakers across millennia. It covers a diverse array of monarchs, humanitarians, scientists, inventors, explorers, activists, writers, artists, and more, from all across the globe. With timelines on a diverse range of people, Timelines of Everyone is the ultimate guide to history for kids. Explore the series! If you like Timelines of Everyone, why not check out other exciting titles in the Timelines series? Explore the collection of visual timelines which bring big topics to life. Learn about the history of everything, ever in Timelines of Everything, discover leaders, legends and legacies in Timelines of Black History, and explore the natural world through time with Timelines of Nature.

Timelines of Everyone

In collaboration with the Imperial War Museum, go back in time and experience history with this picture-led guide to the Second World War. This ebook tells the story of the second devastating conflict of the 20th century that tore the world apart by - divided by international alliances and growing tensions between nations. Meet the key players who influenced the outcome of this global struggle. Explore major events such as the attack on Pearl Harbour, the Battle of Britain, the D-Day invasion, and the atomic bombs in Japan, and discover how clever code-breakers developed new technology to decipher hidden messages and gain military advantage over their enemies. DK Eyewitness World War II expertly illustrates the lessons of the Second World War and how they impact our world today. This museum in a ebook uses striking full-colour photographs and illustrations of warfare, weaponry, vehicles, maps, and secret documents along with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to reveal this conflict as never before. Part of the best-selling DK Eyewitness, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

World War II

Read all about the bloodthirsty battles of ancient Rome! Discover the deadliest fighters of the Roman Empire in this fascinating guide to the gladiators of Rome's Colosseum. Learn about the female gladiators that battled each other for the crowd, and the weapons and armour that were allowed inside the arena. The black-and-white chapter ebook Gladiators also reveals the everyday lives of the citizens of Rome, as well as the disciplined legionaries of the Roman army. Gladiators is part of the Mega Bites series, which uncovers the secrets of history, science, and the natural world. Investigate the most complicated thing in the universe - your Brain; then journey to the most mysterious as we dive into a Black Hole; and closer to home, marvel at the genius of the world's smartest Codebreakers! Whichever title you pick, you'll get the expert knowledge and fun facts you need on each topic, with every book packed with illustrations, fun stories, and anecdotes.

Gladiators

For schools looking for inspiration to support their inquiries into \nHow we express ourselves\n, DK has a variety of books that explore the different arts. Some of these include some great visual guides that support students’ understanding and development of musical concepts. For those who are inquiring into performing arts, DK has some fantastic titles that will support and inspire you and your learners.

 How We Express Ourselves

With more than 40 fun art and craft ideas to try out, this book is the perfect starting point for little ones who want to discover all types of art. Children will love getting to grips with the basics of painting, print-making, drawing, paper crafting, and more. For each different creative media, there are 6+ easy projects to try - so you don't have to keep putting things away and getting out something new! All the projects feed a child's imagination and encourage creative play. From vegetable printing, to making shadow puppets, and a unicorn hobbyhorse, Play with Art is packed with exciting ideas for little learners starting on their art journey.

 Play With Art

Take a visual journey through the world of music and learn the science behind it, too. Budding music fans will love discovering musical geniuses of every era, from Mozart and classical music to Bowie and pop, as well as finding out how music is created and what links it all together. The book looks at music throughout history, beginning with the first known melody from the Fertile Crescent and covering modern music phenomena, from K Pop to hip-hop. Instruments and genres from across the world are featured, with "playlists" of key pieces encouraging kids to look up pieces to hear for themselves. STEAM spreads delve into the psychology and math behind music, from how it affects our mood to how it can improve our minds. Covering India's Ragas, Indonesia's Gamelan, Japan's city pop, and more, this book will help children discover a love of music.

Music and How it Works

There’s also a large range of books available through DK to support schools looking for resources for \nHow the world works\n that link to scientific principles and inventions. These titles offer colourful and engaging diagrams to explain complex concepts in a student-friendly way.

How the World Works 

Put your safety goggles on and enter the fascinating world of science with this visually stunning encyclopedia. Perfect for curious kids, SuperScience presents the wonders of science as never seen before. Explore the clever and cutting-edge ways science can impact our world through jaw-dropping photography and revealing computer-generated images. Discover how we explore the vast reaches of space, study wild weather such as storms and volcanoes, eradicate diseases, and even find out how science has helped fields like history and the arts. The ebook examines the science behind everyday life - how we power our homes, grow our food, and build machines that allow us to communicate with others and travel around the world. Featuring a wide range of scientific inventions and discoveries, from advances in modern medicine to groundbreaking ideas for saving the environment, SuperScience uncovers how science plays a part in every area of our lives. SuperScience will make young readers see the science surrounding us in a thrilling new light.

Super Science

Travel to the furthest reaches of the Universe and visit 100 remarkable objects along the way with this stunning space book for curious kids aged 6-8. Space is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. The Mysteries of the Universe is a stunning space encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they journey through the vastness of the Universe. From planets and asteroids to black holes and galaxies, every page of this enthralling space book reveals the secrets behind more than 100 celestial objects, and will inspire youngsters as they journey through the vastness of the Universe. Each celestial body is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. Get ready to explore fun facts and exciting new scientific discoveries as this best-selling picture book will illuminate imaginations and spark curious minds to explore the vastness of space. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on facts, myths, and key discoveries about the universe, perfect for children aged 6-8 to explore the wonders of our solar system and beyond. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they: - Explore Beautiful illustrations and incredible photography that showcase the mysteries of space. - Reveal Engaging storybook-style descriptions that explain key discoveries about the universe - Uncover 100 remarkable objects in the cosmos. This space encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic space book for children who can't get enough of the solar system. Encourage early learners to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the vastness of space whilst uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges -Stunning photography & illustrations inside -A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generations More in the Series Mysteries of the Universe is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.

The Mysteries of the Universe

Despite \nHow we organise ourselves\n sometimes being one of the trickier themes to resource, there are some great books available from DK that cover concepts such as politics, decision-making, economics and important professions within communities. While some of those concepts may be more suitable for older PYP students, there is certainly a great selection for younger readers too which will be especially useful for those inquiring into concepts such as community helpers.

How We Organise Ourselves

What is populism? Is socialism the same in China and Cuba? What makes a democracy? If you're not sure, this is the book for you! Look inside to find out why politics matters, and how ideas shape our world. How do ideas make the world go round? What are the political left and right? What's the difference between capitalism and communism, or democracy and dictatorship? Who really holds the power? Can activism stop climate change, and can pacifism prevent wars? Can everyone have freedom of speech? And what does all this mean for you? Find out the answers in this book, which unpacks the complicated language and often messy world of politics. Politics is... looks at the beliefs of political thinkers, leaders, and activists from around the world, covers the key branches of government, and examines authority. While focusing on contemporary issues, the book also traces the history of politics. It explains the ideas and "-isms" that shape our world as well as investigating the role of external factors, such as protest and the media, in political decision-making. Whether you're studying politics or fed up with fake news, if you're not sure whether politics matters or why your vote counts, get your hands on this thought-provoking book - it defines the big ideas you need to know and provides inspiration for analysing, interrogating, and changing your world.

Politics Is...

Including facts, kids will love learning about elected leaders from around the world, from Barack Obama to Nelson Mandela, and how they came to power. With this nonfiction politics ebook, children will learn about where and how democracy began and how it has developed over the years. What is an Election? is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four-level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are beginning to learn to read. Developing a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they learn to read. DK Readers are assessed by both Fountas & Pinnell and Lexile levels, and are ideal for learning to read while building general knowledge. What is an Election? explores a topic that will inspire and educate children, encouraging reading for pleasure which is linked with improved reading and writing abilities, as well as a wider vocabulary and greater self-confidence.

 DK Reader Level 2: What Is An Election?

If you are a kid with big dreams and a passion for what is right, you're a world-changer in the making. There's a lot that can be changed by just one person, if you know what to do. Start by making yourself into the awesome person you want to be by learning all about self-care and kindness. Using those skills, work your way up to creating activist campaigns to tackle climate change or social injustice. This fun and inspiring e-guide to making the world a better place and becoming a good citizen includes ideas and tips for kids who want to know how to make a difference. Through ideas as small as creating a neighbourhood lending library to as important as public speaking and how to talk about politics, How to Make a Better World is a practical guide to activism for awesome kids.

How to Make a Better World

If you’re looking to fill a whole library section with books linked to \nSharing the planet\n, DK is definitely the right publisher to source from. As with all their books, these titles are recent and relevant, covering concepts such as climate change and awareness, epidemics, equal opportunities, and so much more. Even if \nSharing the planet\n is one of your year-long units of inquiry, I don’t think you could possibly run out of books to provide your students with for their research and reading enjoyment!

Sharing the Planet

Our house is on fire - it's time to wake up to the climate crisis facing planet Earth before it's too late. Which countries generate the highest CO2 emissions? Which coastal cities are most vulnerable to rising sea levels? What will the polar ice caps look like in 10 years' time? Which countries have successfully harnessed renewable energy sources? This unique graphic altas tells you everything you need to know about the current climate emergency, and what we can do to turn things around. Includes facts and figures and more than 30 dynamic maps, Climate Emergency Atlas is clear and easy to understand, making it the perfect reference guide for all young climate activists.

Climate Emergency Atlas

In this informative book on recycling for children, you will find everything you need to know about our environment. The good, the bad, and the incredibly innovative. From pollution and litter to renewable energy and plastic recycling. This educational book will teach young budding ecologists about how our actions affect planet Earth and the big impact we can make by the little things we do. Did you know that every single plastic toothbrush ever made still exists? Or that there is a floating mass of rubbish larger than the USA drifting around the Pacific Ocean? It is not all bad news though. While this is a knowledge book that explains where we are going wrong, What a Waste also shows what we are getting right! Discover plans to save our seas. How countries are implementing green projects worldwide, and how to turn waste into something useful. The tiniest everyday changes can make all the difference to ensure our beautiful planet stays lush and teeming with life. It is a lively kid's educational book with fabulous illustrations and fun facts about the world broken into easy to digest bite-sized bits. Each page can be looked at in short bursts or longer reads for more detail, making it a great children's book for a range of age groups. Get Involved - Make A Difference! Almost everything we do creates waste, from litter and leftovers to factory gases and old gadgets. Find out where it goes, how it affects our planet and what we can do to reduce the problem. From how to make your home more energy and water efficient, to which items can be recycled and tips for grocery shopping, this book is packed full of ideas on how you can get involved to make our planet a better place to live. This environment book for children has a wealth of ideas for becoming a planet-defending hero: -Discover shocking facts about the waste we produce and where it goes -Learn where about our Earth's limited resources and how to take some pressure off -Your trash is another man's treasure -Small changes to take your home from wasteful to super resource efficient -Dive into saving our oceans and super recycling -And much, much more What a Waste is one of several nature books for kids written by Jess French, a passionate conservationist and veterinarian committed to protecting the beautiful world we live in.

What A Waste

Join teenage activists Amy and Ella Meek on their mission to rid the world of single-use plastics in this practical book, perfect for budding eco-warriors. Be Plastic Clever will teach young activists about the dangers of plastic pollution and climate change, but also to help them find their voice. Amy and Ella want their book to help young readers shout about the issues they are passionate about and inspire them to become young activists in their own right. Amy and Ella founded Kids Against Plastic with the goal of ridding UK supermarkets of single-use plastic bottles. Their campaign has grown and grown - together they've picked up more than 60,000 pieces of single-use plastic litter, performed their own TedX talk, and gathered together a crack team of kids across the UK to help them tackle the problem. They've spoken at the Houses of Parliament and the UN, and created the #BePlasticClever campaign to encourage schools, businesses, and festivals to be mindful of their plastic use. Oh, and they also juggle this with going to school! With an incredible foreword by wildlife presenter Steve Backshall, diary entries from Amy and Ella detailing their journey, and plenty of tips on what you can do to help, it's the ultimate guide to ridding the world of single-use plastics.

Be Plastic Clever

Read more about incorporating DK books into the IB themes of \n‘Who we are and Where we are in place and time,' \n\n'How we express ourselves and How the world works,'\n and \n'How we organise ourselves and Sharing the planet.'\n\n

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\n\nSusanne Fischer is an experienced and passionate PYP Coordinator and PYP Educator. She has worked at IB schools in the UK, Germany, Norway and Barbados and is a Global Schools Advocate on behalf of the Global Schools Program, an initiative of the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN). She regularly gets involved in curriculum development projects and has been a presenter at conferences and international curriculum summits. \n

About Susanne

As a PYP Coordinator and educator, I regularly go through phases where I struggle to find quality reading resources for my department and my own class. Reading is such an important aspect of the PYP Programme and, like you, I’m always excited to feed students’ curiosity about the world through reading widely. I know that this can sometimes be difficult to achieve, especially if you’re stuck using outdated library resources or having to source from far too many different online providers. Being a book lover myself, I value high-quality books and I always try my best to provide my students with diverse and stimulating materials that support their interests, as well as their learning. DK has such a varied and inspiring collection of titles – I can’t wait to share them with you!\nAfter this introductory article, we will be releasing a further three, each focusing on two transdisciplinary themes, with title suggestions and ideas to integrate into your classrooms. The titles I’ll be sharing are only an introduction to what DK has to offer; I highly recommend that you \nbrowse their website\n to find books that may fit your units of inquiry, Key Concepts or Learner Profile needs. You can also explore the \nDK IB Collection of books for the PYP.\n

Using DK resources in the IB PYP: An Overview

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