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Discover cutting edge robots and investigate what they do. Dive into the science behind artificial intelligence, explore the capabilities of robots and the computers that control them, from drones to Pepper, the robot companion for humans.DK's innovative range of levelled readers combines a highly visual approach with non-fiction narratives that children will love reading. DK Reader Robot Universe is a level 4 reader, Reading Alone, offering a delightful narrative for young children to encourage an interest in and desire to read. Simple sentences are used with an emphasis on frequently used words with strong visual clues and labels introducing and reinforcing vocabulary.Find out about the cutting edge robots of today with DK Reader Robot Universe. Packed with facts kids will love reading.

Creepy crawlies may look small and harmless, and lots of them are - but some have fearsome fangs, deadly disguises, strong jaws ... and a BIG appetite! Discover which spider species makes friends with frogs, which bug hides in flowers and what tactics these predators use to catch their prey.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children aged 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

Creepy crawlies may look small and harmless, and lots of them are - but some have fearsome fangs, deadly disguises, strong jaws ... and a BIG appetite! Discover which spider species makes friends with frogs, which bug hides in flowers and what tactics these predators use to catch their prey.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

Big cats may look furry and loveable, but these fierce felines have sharp teeth, slashing claws, super speed ... and a BIG appetite! Discover why snow leopards are called ghosts of the mountains, which feline has the strongest bite, and how, when it comes to big cats, size isn't everything. Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Bugs and Spiders, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

Big cats may look furry and loveable, but these fierce felines have sharp teeth, slashing claws, super speed ... and a BIG appetite! Discover why snow leopards are called ghosts of the mountains, which feline has the strongest bite, and how, when it comes to big cats, size isn't everything. Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Bugs and Spiders, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

These cold-blooded hunters have venomous fangs, super senses, crushing cuddles ... and a BIG appetite! Discover how snakes detect prey using infrared energy, which reptile has the strongest bite, and the difference between crocodiles and alligators.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Bugs and Spiders.

These cold-blooded hunters have venomous fangs, super senses, crushing cuddles ... and a BIG appetite! Discover how snakes detect prey using infrared energy, which reptile has the strongest bite, and the difference between crocodiles and alligators.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Sharks and Other Sea Creatures, Bugs and Spiders.

These deadly sea creatures have sharp teeth, streamlined bodies ... and a BIG appetite! Discover which shark has 3,000 teeth, which sea creature has two(!) sets of jaws and how orcas use teamwork to take down their prey.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Bugs and Spiders, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

These deadly sea creatures have sharp teeth, streamlined bodies ... and a BIG appetite! Discover which shark has 3,000 teeth, which sea creature has two(!) sets of jaws and how orcas use teamwork to take down their prey.Dangerous Creatures explores how predators are uniquely adapted to hunt and kill their prey. Find out their unique attributes, such as size, weight, super senses, where they live, and what's on the menu! Bite-sized text is perfect for children age 7+ as well as reluctant readers and is paired with engaging artwork and funny speech bubbles.Collect all the dangerous creatures - Big Cats, Bugs and Spiders, Snakes and Other Reptiles.

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of leathercraft and tanning. The story begins in prehistory when people discovered, perhaps by chance, that skins exposed to smoke or accidentally soaked in autumnal puddles lasted longer. Skins were a valuable resource, used for everything from clothing to shelter, blankets and vessels. The book looks at evidence that shows us how tanning and leather continued to be of prime importance across the globe throughout history, in economic as well as functional terms.The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern day leather crafting artisans. These leather crafters generously allowed the author access to their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques and tools for the twenty first century. Photos of their craft, and their working environment offers a unique window into the world of leathercraft.Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating and most ancient of crafts, the book also has a resources section. It includes a valuable list of suppliers of leather, dyes, tools and tanning materials, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more-everything you need to get started.

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores the ways in which spinning and weaving has continued to be important throughout human history (or should that be herstory), in artistic, economic and functional terms.The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern day spinning and weaving artisans. These textiles artists generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques and tools for the twenty first century. Photos of their work, and their working environment offers a unique view into the world of this ancient craft.Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating and most ancient of crafts, the book also has a resources section. It includes a valuable list of suppliers of fibre, dyes, tools and yarn, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more - everything you need to get started.

A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry.   This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important throughout human history (or should that be herstory), in artistic, economic, and functional terms.   The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern-day spinning and weaving artisans. These textiles artists generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques, and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their work and their working environment offer a unique view into the world of this ancient craft.   Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating art, the book also has a resources section. It includes a valuable list of suppliers of fiber, dyes, tools, and yarn, as well as information about training courses, useful websites, and more—everything you need to get started.

A look at the extensive history of the folkcraft, its presence in the modern world, and resources to help beginners enter the world of textile artistry. This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of spinning and weaving. The story begins in prehistory when people first wove yarns to create clothing and blankets. The book explores how spinning and weaving have continued to be important throughout human history (or should that be herstory), in artistic, economic, and functional terms. The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern-day spinning and weaving artisans. These textiles artists generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques, and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their work and their working environment offer a unique view into the world of this ancient craft. Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating art, the book also has a resources section. It includes a valuable list of suppliers of fiber, dyes, tools, and yarn, as well as information about training courses, useful websites, and more everything you need to get started.

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of dyeing. The story begins in prehistory when people discovered and used the glory of colours created by earth pigments, plants and more. We move through history from the medieval dye gardens to the horrors of chemical dyes from the Victorian era that damaged watercourses, created pollution and caused terrible sickness and untold deaths. Today, along with safe commercial dyes, modern cottage industries' are once more the leaders in the innovative use of dye plants.The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern day artisans. These dye workers generously allowed the author access to their studios and creative lives and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their craft offers a unique window into the world of dyes.Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating craft, the book has a section that explains simple eco dyeing and planning your own dye garden. It also has a resources section containing a valuable list of suppliers of plants, seeds, dyes, tools and materials, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more - everything you need to get started!

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of dyeing. The story begins in prehistory when people discovered and used the glory of colors created by earth pigments, plants and more. We move through history from the medieval dye gardens to the horrors of chemical dyes from the Victorian era that damaged watercourses, created pollution and caused terrible sickness and untold deaths. Today, along with safe commercial dyes, modern ‘cottage industries’ are once more the leaders in the innovative use of dye plants. The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern day artisans. These dye workers generously allowed the author access to their studios and creative lives and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their craft offers a unique window into the world of dyes. Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating craft, the book has a section that explains simple eco dyeing and planning your own dye garden. It also has a resources section containing a valuable list of suppliers of plants, seeds, dyes, tools and materials, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more – everything you need to get started!

This book offers a whistle-stop guide to the history of dyeing. The story begins in prehistory when people discovered and used the glory of colors created by earth pigments, plants and more. We move through history from the medieval dye gardens to the horrors of chemical dyes from the Victorian era that damaged watercourses, created pollution and caused terrible sickness and untold deaths. Today, along with safe commercial dyes, modern ‘cottage industries’ are once more the leaders in the innovative use of dye plants.The second part of the book brings us up to date, via interviews with modern day artisans. These dye workers generously allowed the author access to their studios and creative lives and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their craft offers a unique window into the world of dyes.Finally, if you are inspired to try your hand at this fascinating craft, the book has a section that explains simple eco dyeing and planning your own dye garden. It also has a resources section containing a valuable list of suppliers of plants, seeds, dyes, tools and materials, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more – everything you need to get started!

A guide to the history of basketry and willow weaving, from ancient times to today, plus photos and information for crafters.The story begins in prehistory, when people first wove plant fibers together to create containers, shelters, and fences. This book explores the ways in which basketry and willow weaving has continued to be important throughout human history in artistic, economic, and functional terms.It brings us up to date via interviews with modern basketry and willow weaving artisans who generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques, and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their work and their working environments offer a unique view into the world of this ancient craft.Finally, in case you''re inspired to try your hand, the book also has a resources section that includes a valuable list of suppliers of plant fibers, plants, and tools, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more—everything you need to get started.

A guide to the history of basketry and willow weaving, from ancient times to today, plus photos and information for crafters.The story begins in prehistory, when people first wove plant fibers together to create containers, shelters, and fences. This book explores the ways in which basketry and willow weaving has continued to be important throughout human history in artistic, economic, and functional terms.It brings us up to date via interviews with modern basketry and willow weaving artisans who generously allowed the author a window into their studios and discussed the way they use and adapt traditional methods, techniques, and tools for the twenty-first century. Photos of their work and their working environments offer a unique view into the world of this ancient craft.Finally, in case you''re inspired to try your hand, the book also has a resources section that includes a valuable list of suppliers of plant fibers, plants, and tools, as well as information about training courses, useful websites and more—everything you need to get started.

This book offers a journey through the history of the ancient craft of felting from the earliest times, when people first discovered that animal fibre, moisture and friction created a durable, warm fabric. Felt has been used for everything from apparel to housing; it has been used for practical, decorative and even religious applications. This book looks at the rise and fall of felting through history and into the industrial era, including its importance to the hat-making industry.The second part of the book brings us to the modern - and some might say, golden - era of artisanal felting with interviews from felters and textile artists generously sharing their creative process.Finally, if you are inspired to try this fascinating craft, there are step by step instructions for both wet and needle felting, and a useful list of resources to get you started on your own felt-making journey.

A history and handbook explaining this ancient craft, including step-by-step instructions for beginners.   This book offers a journey through the history of the ancient craft of felting from the earliest times, when people first discovered that animal fiber, moisture, and friction created a durable, warm fabric. Felt has been used for everything from apparel to housing; it has been used for practical, decorative, and even religious applications. This book looks at the rise and fall of felting through history and into the industrial era, including its importance to the hat-making industry.   The second part of the book brings us to the modern—and some might say, golden—era of artisanal felting with interviews from felters and textile artists generously sharing their creative process. Finally, if you are inspired to try this fascinating craft, there are step-by-step instructions for both wet and needle felting, and a useful list of resources to get you started on your own felt-making journey.

This book offers a journey through the history of the ancient craft of felting from the earliest times, when people first discovered that animal fiber, moisture and friction created a durable, warm fabric. Felt has been used for everything from apparel to housing; it has been used for practical, decorative and even religious applications. This book looks at the rise and fall of felting through history and into the industrial era, including its importance to the hat-making industry.The second part of the book brings us to the modern - and some might say, golden era of artisanal felting with interviews from felters and textile artists generously sharing their creative process.Finally, if you are inspired to try this fascinating craft, there are step by step instructions for both wet and needle felting, and a useful list of resources to get you started on your own felt-making journey.