Dieser Naturführer beschreibt 320 der wichtigsten Gesteins- und Mineralarten der Welt. Über 1.600 Farbfotografien und Zeichnungen sowie Hinweise zu Unterscheidungskriterien helfen, die Gesteine und Mineralien - am Fundort oder zu Hause - zu bestimmen. Übersichtlich gegliedert nach ihren Hauptgruppen, erfahren Mineralienfreunde mehr über Sedimentgesteine, magmatische Gesteine, metamorphe Gesteine, Erzminerale und gesteinsbildende Minerale. Das handliche Format ist ideal für unterwegs.
Eindeutig bestimmt – rundum informiert: Mit dem „DK Naturführer“ wird das Bestimmen von über 300 Gesteinen und Mineralen aus aller Welt so einfach und sicher wie nie zuvor. Jeder Eintrag informiert auf einen Blick zuverlässig über alle relevanten Merkmale. Hochwertige Fotografien und detaillierte Zeichnungen erleichtern den direkten Vergleich in der Natur. Übersichtlich, innovativ, attraktiv – die neue Generation von Naturführern.
Six silly stories for children with a taste for rhyming stories that biteIntroducing the Curious Creatures: the Booger Fish—a creature with a wicked sense of humor; the Hungry Hippocrocopus—a dangerous and despicable creature; the Shrieking Hoolie Boolie Bird—a creature with an explosive surprise; the Incinerator Bee—a creature with more than a sting in its tail; the Chikimunki Marmoset—a practical joke loving creature; and the Velociraptor Worm—a creature from your worst nightmares. Are you curious? Then read on. The book features six gloriously silly creatures brought to life with vibrant illustrations.
Maisie is taking the food cart around the zoo taoday to find out what the animals eat. Do lions like cabbage? Do the monkeys want meat? And what will keep the panda happy? Find out with Maisie in this fun rhyming story.
A comprehensive identification guide to 300 of the commonly encountered types of polished decorative stone, both ancient and modern. Coupling images of stones with text, it is intended for those with an interest in the identification and use of decorative stone, including archaeologists, artists, antique restorers, and others.
Maisie and Bertie are playing games with the animals today and you can join in too. Can you race with a cheetah, or bounce with a kangaroo? And can you find and count all the chipmunks? - Back cover.
What can the animals play before the zoo opens? Maisie, knows--they'll have a beauty contest! But how will each animal persuade her that they should win? And which one will she choose?
A poetry collection for bug-loving children everywhere Some insects that sting and some others that bite, A spider who gives flies a terrible fright, Some creatures with wings who like flying around And others that scurry about on the ground, A beetle who loves eating elephant poo..... ....if that sounds appealing, this book is for you! A collection of short, rhyming verses about various small creatures, such as bees, wasps, spiders, and a very hungry dung beetle, this picture book is beautifully illustrated, and is certain to keep children entertained and horrified in equal measure.
The Donkeycorn isn't very smart - or so everybody thinks. In fact, the only word he knows is, Eeyore! But, when he visits the library with his dad and discovers the wonderful world of books, the Donkeycorn shows he's as sharp as a needle. Soon, his spiralled horn is shining brighter than ever. Are you having problems interesting your child in books? If so, The Donkeycorn might be the answer. In this delightfully illustrated picture book, children's author Kevin Price presents a rhyming story designed to pull children away from the computer screen and over to the book corner. 'Perfect for any parent who wants a child to discover the wonders of the written word.' The Wishing Shelf