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Find out everything you need to know about dinosaurs, pterosaurs, marine reptiles, and prehistoric mammals with this picture-packed encyclopedia of curiosities. Come face-to-face with some of the most incredible creatures ever to exist in this incredible book of dinosaurs and other prehistoric life. With more than 1,000 extraordinary images and fascinating facts, kids aged 9-12 will love poring over the pages of Our World in Pictures: The Dinosaurs Book. This book brings to life all forms of prehistoric creatures through vivid illustrations and realistic digital reconstructions, showing their fearsome teeth, tails, legs and scales that enabled them to eat, move and defend themselves against predators. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings, and illustrations on every page. - Covers all forms of prehistoric life, from the first primitive invertebrates to dazzling dinosaurs, and the earliest mammals. - Up-to-date, essential information about dinosaurs' evolution and extinction, and every aspect of dinosaur science. - Picture-heavy and text-light approach to introduce geological periods, evolution and extinction, and every aspect of dinosaur science. Young readers will love to find out about the latest scientific discoveries that have changed the way we see these fascinating prehistoric animals - from the discovery of feathered dinosaurs to analysing what has been found in their stomachs. Find all this and more in this dinosaur encyclopedia, featuring at-a-glance panels that provide a quick reference to all the stats, making it an ideal combination of colourful diagrams and informative text boxes. The easy-to-read text is accessible for kids aged 9+, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children's encyclopedia a beautiful and educational gift that can be passed down generations. Learn all about the world one picture at a time!If you like Our World in Pictures: The Dinosaurs Book then why not complete the collection? Part of the highly visual Our World In Pictures series, avid readers can become vehicle virtuosos with Cars, Trains, Ships and Planes, journey across the globe with Countries, Cultures, People & Places and become antiquarians with The History Book.

A beautifully presented, practical gift guide for all surf seekers. Explained with fascinating, easy-to-understand commentary from surfer and scientist Easkey Britton, this guide helps you soak up maximum vitamin sea.The book is divided into six main sections - each filled with exercises, ideas and fun facts to help you reconnect with your oceanic roots and create special moments by the sea...Reading the Sea - watch waves, move with the tides, understand rips and currents, getting to know the sea and your limits.What the Sea Does for Us - appreciate the food, feel-good factors, and even medicines that the sea has to offer. Plus learn about its fundamental role in climate control.We are Ocean - explore the multi-sensory environment the sea has to offer.The Power of the Sea to Heal - from seaweed and ocean plasma to social change and ocean therapy.The Sea is Calling - try your hand at beach combing, wave play, rockpooling, bird watching, searching for jellyfish and bioluminescence and swimming in the sea.Things to Do for the Sea - with guides to beach clean-ups, sustainable foraging, restoring coastal habitats and inclusion and diversity ideas to make the sea accessible to all, you'll have everything you need to be the hero our seas need.Taking an inclusive global outlook on the subject, and complemented by Maria Nilsson's captivating drawings, this timely book will show you the benefits of doing things by and for the sea - and how those benefits can spill over into your daily life.

Explore the magical qualities of your feline friends with Cat Magick through history, folklore, and myths.

Madagascar wildlife and travel guide. Introduction to the island's unique wildlife covering mammals, birds, chameleons, snakes, frogs and invertebrates, plus chapters on camouflage and nocturnal nature. Features wildlife hotspots in rainforests, dry forests and wetlands, including Masoala, Ranomafana, Ankarana, Isalo, Ifaty and the Betsiboka Delta.

Å fiske etter laks betyr spenning, adrenalin og mye venting. Villaksen er en fisk det er knyttet mange myter til. Laksefiskere holder ofte de beste fiskeplassene for seg selv. For forfatter, naturformidler og ivrig laksefisker Randulf Valle har det vært mest venting de siste årene. Hva skjer med villaksen i norska elver?, spør han seg. For å få svar legger Valle ut på en reise Norge på langs for å kunne forstå laksen og dens bevegelser. Det har resultert i en personlig bok full av nyttig kunnskap for den som vil forstå mer av hva som foregår i norske lakseelver nå for tiden, for laksen er på retur. Lar det seg gjøre å redde den?

"Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog, the 18th book in the Fifty Places series, will explore all of the domestic and international ways dog owners can celebrate their love for man's best friend. From the dazzling glaciers of Alaska and the onsen's of Japan to the sun-soaked beaches of Portugal, this book takes you on a dog-approved journey of where to stay and how to travel with your beloved furry friend. Enjoy locations such as the ski trails of Mariposa, the gothic architecture of Prague, the chic salons of Paris for a doggy makeover, and the world's first dog cruise--complete with a canine-friendly menu, even a three-course meal! See the world as you've never seen it before--through the eyes of your pup--as Fifty Places to Travel with Your Dog takes you through fun-filled festivals, special dog holidays, and luxurious hotels and retreats that aren't just dog-centric, they are dog approved!"--

"The most comprehensive book on how to raise and breed your own poultry flock is now fully updated and expanded. The first edition of The Small-Scale Poultry Flock helped thousands of small-scale farmers and homesteaders successfully adopt a practical and integrative model for working with chickens and other domestic fowl based on natural systems. In this expanded and thoroughly revised edition, readers will find plenty of all-new material. Author Harvey Ussery introduces readers to his new favorite breed of chicken, Icelandics; describes how he manages his breeding flock using a clan mating system; presents detailed information on the use of trapnests and record-keeping spreadsheets for evaluating breeding hen performance; and provides step-by-step instructions for construction of an ingeniously designed mobile poultry shelter...Ussery presents a sustainable and ecologically friendly model that can be adapted for use at a variety of scales. His advice and examples throughout the book will prove invaluable for beginner homesteaders, growers looking to incorporate poultry into their farm, or experienced flocksters seeking to close their loop"--

This is the ULTIMATE guide book for any Min Pin Owner! Author Megan Grandinetti teamed up with some of the top Min Pin Breeders in the country to write a guide to the Min Pin that will help any new owner successfully raise their Min Pin from puppy to old-age!Get the answers to your most pressing questions, including:Is a Miniature Pinscher the right breed for me?How do I prepare my home for an active Miniature Pinscher pup?Which training methods are most effective for Min-Pins?How do I avoid or extinguish common problem behaviors?The Complete Guide to Miniature Pinschers is a comprehensive guidebook to all things Miniature Pinscher. Although this book contains detailed instructions for training your new canine companion, it is so much more than a simple training manual. These pages are packed with knowledge concerning the history, temperament, and behavioral traits of Miniature Pinschers as well as their physical health and well-being. Learn all about this courageous canine, including such wide-ranging subjects as:The history of the Miniature PinscherWhat to expect from a Min-Pin breeder or rescueSelecting the right canine companion for your homeMaking your home safe for an energetic puppy-inside and outWhat to expect from the first few weeksHouse-training your Miniature PinscherThe importance of socialization for small dogsKeeping your curious Min-Pin active, entertained, and out of troubleSelecting the best veterinarian for your Min-PinHealth and wellness information specific to the Miniature PinscherHow to groom your Miniature PinscherCaring for the senior Min-PinWhile some might have the misconception that these small canines are a shrunk-down version of the Doberman Pinscher, the Miniature Pinscher breed actually has a longer history than that of the Doberman. Often referred to as "the King of the Toys" by those in the know, these diminutive but dynamic dogs were originally employed on German farms as pest control. While they are small in size, Miniature Pinschers are not lapdogs but athletic, driven canines who respond best to a firm but loving approach.Miniature Pinschers are delightfully entertaining companions, but the novice owner may need some extra guidance when raising this bold breed. They require regular training sessions and daily exercise or they can quickly become unruly, demanding, and manipulative. Learn everything that you need to know to raise your dog from a lively Pinscher pup to a curious and confident adult with a dignified air.These little dogs make animated and entertaining companions that will keep you on the move. Miniature Pinscher parents will find themselves reaching for this handy manual over and over again. The valuable information contained in this guide is designed to help you navigate pet ownership, from selecting the right canine companion for your home to caring for your dog throughout his senior years.This thorough volume is a must-have manual for anyone who adores the Miniature Pinscher breed.