Marc Pattenden – illustratör

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Take a first look at the curious world of cats in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, C is for Cat is the third picture book instalment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations by Marc Pattenden will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about cats that all begin with the letter "c". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these purr-fect creatures. Learn how cats love to climb and explore, where they curl up for a catnap, and just how cute they are. Filled with simple, playful facts, C is for Cat provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the fascinating world of foxes in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, F is for Fox is the sixth picture ebook instalment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about foxes that all begin with the letter "f". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these furry creatures. Learn how foxes find food at nighttime, where they live in the forest, and just how fantastic they really are. Filled with simple, playful facts, F is for Fox provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the treetop world of koalas in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, K is for Koala is the eleventh picture ebook instalment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they get to know koalas through words that begin with the letter "k". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these kooky creatures. Learn how koalas keep to themselves, know to stay up in trees, and the best way to be kind to them. Filled with simple, playful facts, K is for Koala provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the fascinating world of monkeys in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, M is for Monkey is the thirteenth picture ebook instalment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about monkeys that all begin with the letter "m". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these playful creatures. Meet lots of marvellous monkeys, copy some monkey moves, and find out just how mischievous they can be. Filled with simple, playful facts, M is for Monkey provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the totally terrific world of toads in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers.Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series that makes a wonderful first gift, T is for Toad is perfect for sharing with little ones. It has friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations by Marc Pattenden. Young animal lovers will be smiling in no time as they point to the pictures, learn fun words about toads that all begin with the letter "t", and discover cool things about these amazing creatures.Learn how toads have a tough skin, how they are similar to frogs, how baby toads and frogs are called tadpoles, and how toads and frogs catch insects with their long, sticky tongues. Filled with simple, playful facts, T is for Toad provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the watery world of X-ray fish in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers.Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, X is for X-ray Fish is the 24th picture ebook instalment. A perfect first non-fiction ebook for young children, the friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn new words about X-ray fish that all contain the letter "x". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these amazing animals. Learn where X-ray fish live, what animals they live with, and what they have to do with X-rays. Filled with simple, playful facts, X is for X-ray Fish provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Get to know more than 100 of the world's favourite dinosaurs and other prehistoric life forms with this essential illustrated introduction.This must-have first book on dinosaurs and other ancient creatures is filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page, perfect for early readers who want to know more about the life that once roamed our planet. The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life includes the earliest life that appeared in the ocean, to the giant dinosaurs, and the wonderfully weird mammals that followed them. Children aged 3-5 can discover a huge variety of organisms that are shown within the three chapters, which cover the Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic eras. With old favourites, such as Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops, as well as new discoveries, including Yi and Changmiania, there is something for every young fan of the primeval world.Inside the pages of this exciting dinosaur book, you'll find:- An introduction to the essential information about each prehistoric species in a friendly, accessible way.- Beautiful and accurate illustrations combined with introductory reference text about a wide variety of dinosaurs and other ancient plants and animals.- Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud - perfect for parents, carers, and children to enjoy at bedtime. - A one-hit introduction to prehistoric life, featuring more than 100 animals - an essential addition to every 3-5 year old's library.This exciting dinosaur guide helps to develop an early understanding of the prehistoric world for little ones and clearly explains the key features of each animal or plant, as well as how to say their names. A timeless gift book, this is a must-have for parents, carers, and educators who want to introduce core dinosaur knowledge at a young age in a fun and engaging way.

It's fifty years since the first human set foot on the surface of the Moon! Walking on the Moon celebrates this 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing by helping young space fans what it was like to actually be there.Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.This is the first book in the Imagine You Were There... series, which celebrates events that changed the world and the people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.

Imagine you were there... Winning the Vote for Women reveals the stories behind the strong-willed people from around the world who fought for the right to vote. Stunning photography and beautiful illustrations bring events from the 19th Century to present day to life. Meet the women, and the men, from every continent who fought both for and against the suffrage movement, and those that are continuing the fight today. From New Zealand in 1894 to Saudi Arabia in 2014, young readers will discover the global petitions, the campaigns, the peaceful protests and marches, as well as the extreme measures taken by suffragists and suffragettes in their determination to change history.Collect all the books in the Imagine You Were There... series that celebrates historic events that changed the world and the people who made them happen.