Books in Explore It series

Ever since cavemen invented the wheel, people have been fascinated by machines and what they could do. From simple pulleys and screws to intricate medical robots, kids can discover all kinds of machines and learn how they work in this dynamic new book in the Explore It series. Special tour guides like Leonardo da Vinci, Sir Isaac Newton, and even Laika (the first Dog Astronaut) describe the fascinating process from discovery to invention of some of the world’s most important machinery like airplanes, windmills, clocks, rockets, x-rays, and even rollercoasters. Incredible interactive 3-D pop-ups, pull-outs, flaps, diagrams, and an illustrated glossary bring the information to life and help to illustrate the principles of mechanics in a fun, age-appropriate manner.

They're scaly and scary, colorful and cute, poisonous and powerful. They're . . . reptiles! Discover amazing reptiles in Explore: Reptiles, new from best-selling illustrator Maurice Pledger. Texture patches and amazing moving pictures bring the illustrations to life, while flaps, fact boxes and booklets explain all the cool stuff in a way that appeals to young readers. Kids can smile at crocodiles, lounge with lizards, and clown with chameleons as they meet extraordinary animals on every page. A slithering, scintillating time is in store for all!

With dramatic scenic beauty, world-class cuisine, a plethora of cultural attractions, vibrant neighborhoods and liberal locals, San Francisco is an easy city to love. Explore San Francisco is part of a brand-new series and is the ideal pocket companion when discovering this exciting city: a full-color guide containing 14 easy-to-follow routes through the city’s many interesting neighborhoods, from Fisherman’s Wharf to Haight-Ashbury, with excursions to Berkeley and the infamous island of Alcatraz. Insight’s trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to San Francisco’s cuisine, shops and its role as a movie location. The best places to eat and drink are highlighted in each route and in the directory section, which also contains a wealth of practical information, including our selection of hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the useful pull-out map, and evocative photography reveals San Francisco’s unique character.

A collectible board book series with a non-fiction twist: toddlers can enjoy mini adventures and explore planet Earth. Dive in and journey below the waves in Under the Sea to discover curious creatures. Open the gatefold to reveal the depth of your adventure! Detailed labels offer further information - perfect for parents to share with their inquisitive pre-school child. A fun gatefold at the end of the book summarizes the journey and reinforces the soft learning. With simple text written by Dr Mike Goldsmith and consultancy by marine biologist Stephen Savage, this is a great way to introduce children aged 2 and up to sealife. Have you collected all of I Explore? I Explore the Airport I Explore Digging for Dinosaurs I Explore the Zoo I Explore Under the Sea Dr Mike Goldsmith was formerly Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. Since 1999 he has written over 40 science books for children and adults that have been published in more than 28 countries. Mike's books have been shortlisted twice for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Mike lives in Twickenham, near London. There is lots more information about him and his work on his website:http://mikegoldsmith.weebly.com Kate Daubney lives by the sea in North Devon, England with her partner Roger and her scruffy sidekick, Taz the dog. After graduating with a degree in illustration, she has worked on numerous children's books, using both digital and traditional media to create her colourful and quirky illustrations. When she's not busy illustrating she loves nothing more than riding her bike or taking a walk across the local beach, where Taz the dog enjoys chasing the seagulls!

Insight Guides: Inspiring your next adventure Insight Guide Nepal:Explore New York is a brand new guide and the ideal pocket companion when discovering this iconic city: a full-colour guide containing 18 easy-to-follow routes which lead you from the theaters of Times Square to the hip East Village, by way of the city's major galleries, MoMA and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the green oasis of Central Park. Visitors to New York City may come with skyscraper-high expectations, but with the city's jaw-dropping architecture, world-class cultural attractions, and cutting-edge creative scene, they are not likely to be disappointed. Insight's trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to the city's dining scene, wealth of shopping options and world-beating entertainment. In each tour we show you the sights of a city neighbourhood with clear directions, a detailed map and our suggestions for the best places to eat and drink along the way. The directory section contains a wealth of useful information, including carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are also plotted on the useful pull-out map, and the evocative photography captures the atmosphere of New York City more vividly than any other pocket guide. Whether you are new to the city or a repeat visitor, and however long your stay, Explore New York will help you discover the very best of the "Big Apple".