DK Books

Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians.

Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.

With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they’re used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.

With more than 33 million copies sold globally, introduce kids to the world of horses with the groundbreaking Eyewitness series.

The iconic eyewitness is back in a new and improved format to be passed down through the generations, with a fresh new look, the latest photography, information and a collectible poster with facts and photographs from the book. Sold in 88 countries and 36 languages, Eyewitness consists of more than 170 titles across a diverse range of topics.

Throughout the pages of this newly revised book on horses you can find:

– An essential guide to horses, including the different breeds and their evolution and roles throughout history.
– Photographs and facts about horses on every page.
– A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new “eyewitness” accounts from experts in the field.

Become the next equestrian with this picture-led encyclopedia and meet different horse breeds, from the tiny Shetland pony to the towering Percheron, as well as wild asses and zebras. Eyewitness Horse is essential reading to appreciate how majestic our biggest companions really are. Kids can understand how horses evolved from their ancient ancestors to be domesticated and occupy a unique place alongside humans throughout history.

Go on an artistic journey around the world in this children’s introduction.

Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children’s guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of art and celebrates different styles from every continent!

Children aged 9+ can enjoy reading about early art right through to present day, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great artists and sculptors, from Leonardo da Vinci to Tracey Emin and Henry Moore. All the essential information about art is covered, including the major movements, artists from around the world and techniques.

This art book for children offers:

– Chapters which cover a huge range of artistic styles, from the very first cave paintings to contemporary art installations.
– Profiles of influential artists from Katsushika Hokusai to Jackson Pollock.
– A focus on key techniques and the famous artists who used them.
– Fun activities to create frescoes and sculptures for yourself.

Children’s Book of Art is full of facts and photos highlighting artistic styles from across the globe, from the very earliest cave paintings through to Renaissance art and surrealism, via China’s terracotta army and African sculptors.

Plus, there are fun activities and projects so children can create their own works of art – making it the perfect gift for budding painters and sculptors.

Learn how NOT to believe what you see with this book of eye-popping pop-up visual tricks.

From the classic “which dot is bigger?” or “is this line straight?” illusions to the first-ever 3D trick to appear in a book, Optical Illusions is packed with picture puzzles. Every illusion is set up to challenge what you think you see. There are hints and tips of how to approach the illusion, and then an explanation of how it works and why you were fooled (and you will be!). There are also flaps, tabs, and a decoder to test the answers, so you can check whether different-looking colours are actually the same, or if those lines really are wonky.

All kinds of visual tricks are featured, including distortion, motion, colour and brightness, ambiguous illusions, impossible objects, hidden images… but the stars of the show are two large interactive illusions – the “thaumatrope” spinner that puts a bird in a cage, and a 3D perspective sculpture. Even though you will build it yourself and know which bits pop out and which parts are flat, you can’t help but see them the other way around.

Optical Illusions will get you lifting flaps and turning tabs in your quest to see the truth behind the illusion – and the more you discover, the more impressive the illusion becomes.