David Hawcock - Böcker

A spectacular gift book for children interested in how things work.This beautifully engineered glimpse into the world and works of Leonardo da Vinci is a spectacular 3-D celebration of one of the world’s most creative minds. Presented as if it were the master’s previously undiscovered private journal, it recreates his original notes, drawings and astonishing inventions.

Jigsaw s twisted games come alive in the ultimate interactive tribute to the legendary horror franchise. This deluxe pop-up book features twelve jaw-dropping pages filled with exclusive pop-ups of the most iconic Saw traps. Inside are more than twenty terrifying pop-ups that bring the franchise s most unforgettable moments to life. Readers can turn wheels, pull tabs, move levers, and relive the Reverse Bear Trap, Angel Trap, and the bathroom set that started it all. Richly detailed and outrageously interactive, this book is more than a collectible it s a must-have for horror fans, celebrating twenty years of Saw s legacy of terror. Perfect for display or gifting, this pop-up masterpiece showcases stunning visuals for each macabre trap, immersing fans in Jigsaw s grisly games like never before.

See 30 mind-blowing outer-space objects in incredible 3D! Incredible 3D space viewer: See 30 illustrated space sights in magnificent 3D. Screen-free fun for aspiring astronauts aged 3+. Learn through play: Packed with amazing facts and observation games. 3D viewer box contains: 3D lenses, cards featuring 30 space illustrations and fun facts, instruction and games leaflet; box size is 18 × 6.5 × 6.5cm.  Choose a space card and place it in the box, then look through the lenses to blast off on your out-of-this-world adventure! See Mars Rover on the red planet, the International Space Station in orbit around the Earth, the mesmerising Milky Way and many other interstellar favourites in three dimensions. Turn over the cards to discover fun facts about each amazing object and innovation.The immersive 3D viewer contains 3D lenses, 30 space cards and an instructions and games leaflet.

Enter unicorns’ magical world and let yourself be charmed by these beautiful, legendary creatures. Page after page, discover the many interesting facts about these animals and their peculiarities. Many colourful illustrations, enhanced by 8 spectacular pop-ups, will transport young readers into fantastic worlds. And to explore the subject in more depth, many curious and interesting facts make these volumes a stimulating read and a fun opportunity for play.

What are castles made of? How did people live in a castle? Why were tournaments organised? These and many other questions will be answered in this book, devoted to life inside a castle, to be discovered through 10 fabulous pop-ups. The dungeons, the knights in their armour, the coats of arms, the towers... all told through many colourful illustrations enhanced by spectacular pop-ups.

How many tentacles do octopuses have? Did you know that humpback whales are famous for their singing? What is the purpose of the seahorse's small dorsal fin? These and many other questions will be answered in this book, devoted to the underwater world, to be discovered through 10 fabulous pop-ups. Many inhabitants of the oceans, from tropical fish to sea turtles, and other curiosities told through many colourful illustrations, enriched by spectacular pop-ups. Plus, to delve deeper into the various subjects, there are plenty of curious and interesting anecdotes, making this volume a stimulating read and an opportunity to play.

Brachiosaurus and Stegosaurus, Spinosaurus and Tyrannosaurus... Can you distinguish carnivorous dinosaurs from herbivorous ones? How long was the Plesiosaur? How fast did the Tyrannosaurus run? A series of colourful illustrations and 10 spectacular pop-ups will transport young readers into wonderful worlds. The many captivating information will also contribute to a deeper understanding of the different topics, encouraging reading and providing a great opportunity for entertainment.

How many planets orbit the Sun? What are Saturn's rings made of? Did you know that the Sun is more than a million times larger than the Earth? The answer to these and many other questions are in this book about the Solar System with 10 fabulous pop-ups. The planets, the Sun, the Earth, the hot and the cold planets, the Solar System is here told through several colourful illustrations and enhanced by spectacular pop-ups. Many curious and interesting news make this volume an exciting reading and an opportunity for fun and give the opportunity to delve deeper into different topics.

What aircraft can accommodate up to 850 people? Did you know that the first planes were built entirely of wood? What do you know about drones? In this book, accompanied by 10 fabulous pop-ups and dedicated to the curious world of aeroplanes, you will find the answers to these questions and many other curiosities. The first aircraft, the jet, the helicopter, the drone, the whole incredible world of flying machines told through colourful illustrations and incredible pop-ups. And to delve deeper into the subject, many curious and interesting facts make these books a stimulating read and a fun opportunity to play.

A series of books that accompanies children in discovering many different environments in a fun and stimulating way. This amazing title allows young readers to discover the Universe. The 8 incredible pop-up scenarios take the reader into the deepest space, among meteors, planets, galaxies and nebulae. The illustrations project children into fantastic landscapes, while the texts guide them through the various topics, providing unexpected and curious news.

What are the fastest sharks? Did you know that there are over 500 types of sharks? Which shark has a 360-degree view? These and other questions will be answered in this book, dedicated to the world of sharks! 10 fabulous pop-ups tell the story of sharks through numerous colourful illustrations. An extraordinary opportunity to play and learn by reading.

How does a concrete mixer truck work? How many wheels does a tractor-trailer have? And how is a tanker truck filled? These and many other questions will be answered in this book, to be discovered through 10 fabulous pop-ups. Crane lorries, fascinating fire engines, irresistible monster trucks and other trucks and their features are told through a wealth of colourful illustrations, enhanced by spectacular pop-ups. There are also a whole range of curious and interesting anecdotes to help you explore the various subjects in greater depth, making this volume a stimulating read and an opportunity to play.

Build four of Leonardo da Vinci's most famous inventions and enter his fascinating and curious world: the tank, the flying machine, the mechanical knight and the double helix staircase. Detailed instructions and accurate illustrations will guide you through the realisation of these incredible constructions that made history. The book is enriched with interesting facts about Leonardo's life, his inventions and his creative process. All of these help you to explore the various themes and contextualise the 4 models presented.

Flip through the pages of this wonderful pop-up book and bring to life many spectacular 3D scenes of this glorious and ancient civilisation in its time of greatest splendour. Step back in time and experience life along the banks of the Nile as it was centuries and centuries ago! Discover Egypt's rich past, the beliefs of its people and the gods they worshipped; sail down the river aboard a felucca and travel on the Pharaoh's chariot; admire the famous pyramids and investigate their secrets; unravel the mystery of the impressive mummies and unearth the incredible treasures of the pharaohs through the objects and the traces they left us.

The 8 fun pop-ups in this book take us back in time to discover the daily life of the ancient Romans: their cults, myths and legends, the power of their army, the monuments they built and their magnificent arts. Discover the wonders of ancient Rome: the villas of the wealthy patricians, the imposing Forum, the Circus Maximus and the chariot races, the famous Colosseum with the gladiator fights, the Senate and the theatre with the actors and their impressive masks.

How well do you know your body? How many muscles do you use to give your friends a big smile? And how many sense organs are there? Page after page, discover all these interesting information and many more with 10 fantastic pop-ups. Find out what you look like in a fun way!

The vehicles that come to the rescue in case of emergency are numerous and each one of them has its own specific characteristics. The 10 wonderful pop-ups in this book will help you identify them! Discover the differences between a rescue helicopter and a Canadair, between a fire truck and a fire engine, and which means of transport belong to the police. Delve into this subject in a curious and entertaining way thanks to the several colourful illustrations and 3D reconstructions!

10 fabulous pop-ups will tell you the secrets of the world of firefighters: how they are organised in their fire station, how to tame a burning forest and what clothes to wear to stay safe in front of a fire. In this book you will find lots of interesting information about this fascinating profession, accompanied by colourful illustrations with spectacular 3D reconstructions that guarantee a truly unique opportunity to play and learn.

All you have to do is turn the pages of this fantastic pop-up book to bring to life 8 incredible 3D scenes of this glorious and ancient civilisation. Take a step back in time and discover what daily life was like in ancient Athens; attend a meeting of the citizens' assembly, visit the port of Piraeus, set sail in a trireme, meet Zeus, the father of all gods, and the demigod Heracles, accompany Odysseus on his travels and take part in the first Olympic Games! The 8 fantastic pop-ups will take you back in time to admire all the wonders of ancient Greece.

Travel through time and discover the grandeur and tragic history of Pompeii, buried in ash for millennia. 8 spectacular pop-ups to explore one of the most famous ancient cities in 3D: you can stroll through the streets and among the villas of the residential area; cross the Forum and buy delicacies in the large market; witness the frightening and spectacular eruption of the Vesuvius; accompany archaeologists during excavations and discover with them the treasures hidden in the solidified lava!