Books in Discovery series series

Readers of all ages will be fascinated by the ever-changing life cycle of the arctic tundra. Learn which animals come and go and how they survive in this frozen desert. As spring approaches, the temperatures are still freezing. Thousands of caribou begin to travel north along the same paths that caribou have traveled for centuries to graze on tundra grasses. It is not until the fall "freeze-up" that the caribou begin their migration south once again. Then polar bears descend along the icy coastline, and snowy owls prey the darkened skies. A thermometer and calendar on each spread help the reader see the temperature and hours of daylight change throughout an arctic year.

Witness the rise and fall of a ruthless leader. "I Came, I Saw, I Conquered." Julius Caesar was a hero and a legend. This DK Discovery title shows who he was and tells the amazing story of his life and times. DK Discoveries is an exciting series of in-depth history books that bring key historical events and people to life with dramatic accounts, vivid storytelling, impressive photography, pull-out details, and exploded views. The text is both richly evocative and highly informative. A four-page gatefold with a spectacular panorama opens to reveal the climactic moment of each epic story.

Though we often think of the natural world as lying far from our front door, often the most interesting aspects of nature can be found in the kitchen, basement, or backyard. Discover Nature Around the House explores the properties, processes, and phases of the plant and animal life in our own homes, from ferns and cacti to spiders and dogs. With just a few essentials, such as a field notebook, hand lens, and bug box, readers will find both straightforward information and all kinds of activities to uncover the fascinating, diverse ecosystems that flourish right under our noses.

What's that creeping past? Slithering snakes fill the pages of this picture book so they don't have to invade your home. If your child has been asking for a snake as a pet or you'd like to introduce your toddler or preschooler to the many varieties of snakes, this book features color photographs of snakes. From the lowly corn snake to the king cobra, children can explore these mesmerizing reptiles from the safety of the page. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new images, words and concepts to kids.

Travel through Bible lands and follow the story of Jesus, getting an illustrated aerial view of important places from the New Testament. Five fold-out maps visually detail both day-to-day activities and extraordinary events with descriptive narrative of each related Bible story. Stories highlight incidents throughout Jesus' life to help illuminate his ministry. Text directs the reader to areas of interest along with simple questions, and provides references to the Bible for more detailed information.