Eyewitness books
Author
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Become the next polar explorer with this picture-led [book] and step into the frozen regions at the ends of the Earth to explore the amazing habitats and wildlife in the North and South poles. See how polar bears endure the Arctic winter without hibernating, discover how penguins avoid frostbite in their toes, find out which explorer reached the South pole first and discover how Earth's changing climate is impacting these important environments"--...
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Football
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Life
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Media & communications
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Africa
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Archeology
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7) Bible lands
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text document life in Biblical times, surveying the clothing, food, and civilizations of a wide variety of cultures, including the Israelites, Babylonians, Persians, and Romans.
8) Boat
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1992]
Language
English
Description
A history of the development and uses of boats, ships, and rafts, from birch-bark canoes to luxury liners.
9) Book
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2000]
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs trace the evolution of the written word, how the alphabet grew out of pictures, the development of papermaking, bookbinding, children's books, and more.
11) Civil War
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Take a trip through time and witness the deadliest war in US history. With the help of expert historians, find out how to fight to end slavery sparked the war, see the weapons used by soldiers on the battlefields, and meet the people who risked their lives on the front lines."-- Page 4 of cover.
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Costume
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Cowboy
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Desert
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Dinosaur
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Electronics
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18)
Elephant
Author
19) Epidemic
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Discusses what an epidemic is, how it evolves, various causes and carriers, and efforts to prevent epidemics.
20) Farm
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1996]
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs depict different aspects of farming through the ages including the equipment, domestic animals, crops, and the future of farming.
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Film
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22)
Flag
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Force & motion
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Gorilla, monkey & ape
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25)
Goya
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26)
Impressionism
Author
27) Knight
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Here is an inside look at the history of medieval knights and their armor, jousting, heraldry, hawking and crusades. The life of the knight is considered from battles and banquets to sieges and chivalry.
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Light
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Manet
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30)
Monet
Author
31) Mythology
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world.
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Perspective
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Prehistoric life
Author
34)
Renaissance
Author
35) Shell
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Photographs and text examine different types of shells, including seashells, eggshells, and fossil shells, focusing on such aspects as how shells camouflage themselves and how they may be collected.
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Spy
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37)
Super Bowl
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Technology
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Time & space
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40) Train
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
A picture-packed guide to the fascinating story of trains and how they have transformed our world. Discover how the vision of George Stephenson, the "father of the railroad," materialized into an age of steam around the world. Study the cut-out of a locomotive to understand how the movement of the piston turns the wheels. Learn how the American railroad contributed to the development and progress in the US and facilitated the spread of population...
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Van Gogh
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Watercolor
Author
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Witches & magic-makers
Author
44)
Everest
Author
46)
Rescue
Author
47) Judaism
Author
Series
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Find out what kosher food is and what special foods are eaten on holy days. See traditional items used in Jewish festivals, from the menorah to dreidels. Discover what life was like for Jewish people throughout history.
48)
Submarine
Author
49) Ancient Greece
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Readers can journey back in time to ancient Greece in this visually stunning introduction to one of the world's founding nations that features fascinating information, statistics and facts showing how the ancient Greeks transformed our world.
50) Ancient Rome
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...
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Arms & armor
Author
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Astronomy
Author
53) Castle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
Description
"Be an eyewitness to the exciting world of the medieval castle, from the dramatic methods used to defend and attack castles to what life was really like for the people living inside its mighty battlements"--P. [4] of cover.
54) Cat
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Explore the world of the cat, discovering the wonders of both wild cats and domesticated breeds. Find out about fearsome feline predators, super-sharp senses, and common cat characteristics." -- Back cover.
55) Crystal & gem
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about sparkling gemstones and eye-catching crystals in this handy reference guide for young readers. From the rarest crystal to the most common stone, gems from around the world are revealed in dazzling detail in this illustrated guide. Discover what exactly crystals and gems are, how they're formed, how to identify them, and how they can be used in everything from microchips to jewelry making. How can a rough diamond become a show-stopping...
56) Dog
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs highlight the evolutionary history of dogs, their domestication, anatomy, behavior, and breeds, and offer guidance on dog care and training.
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Eyewitness dinosaur
Author
58)
Future
Author
59) Horse
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"An essential guide to horses, including the different breeds and their evolution and roles throughout history"-- Provided by publisher.
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Human body
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61)
Insect
Author
62) Jungle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
"Be an eye witness to all the action of the rainforest - watch gibbons swing through the trees, multicolored macaws squawk up in the open canopy, and insects scurry down below" -- Cover verso.
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Mammal
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Mars
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Medieval life
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Mummy
Author
67)
Music
Author
68)
Ocean
Author
69)
Photography
Author
70)
Pirate
Author
71) Pyramid
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Looks at the secrets of the monumental structures of the ancient world, from the tombs of Egypt to the pyramids of Central America.
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Robot
Author
73) Rock & minerals
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Unearth a treasure trove of geological knowledge with this in-depth guide to over 500 rocks and minerals. Learn how rocks are formed and how to recognize them by their unique qualities and colors. This is a wonderful book for beginners, students and rock collecting enthusiasts that includes the latest scientific research and specimen classification. Provided by publisher.
74) Seashore
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2004.
Language
English
Description
Brief text and photos introduce the animal inhabitants of the seashore, including fish, crustaceans, snails, and shorebirds.
75) Shark
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans 200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect them. The book...
76)
Skeleton
Author
77) Titanic
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Detailed descriptions of the "Titanic," including its accommodations and a retelling of its sinking in the North Atlantic in April, 1912.
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Weather
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79)
Whale
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World Series
Author
81) World War II
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and illustrations describe the events of World War II, from the British, French, Italian, and German pre-war preparations to the atomic bomb and defeat of Japan and the German surrender.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Presents a visual guide to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence, and includes explanatory text.
Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war all the way through to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see...
83)
Amphibian
Author
84) Ancient China
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Learn about the civilization and history of ancient China.
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Aztec, Inca & Maya
Author
86)
Baseball
Author
87)
Basketball
Author
88)
Car
Author
89)
Chemistry
Author
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Crime & detection
Author
91)
Dance
Author
92) Early humans
Series
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs present a description of early humans, their origins, their tools and weapons, how they hunted and foraged for food, and the role of family life, money, religion, and magic.
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Earth
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Ecology
Author
95) Electricity
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Explores the history of electricity, and contains full-color captioned photographs and text that explains such topics as the invention of electric motors, how electricity can transmit voices and images across an ocean, magneto-electric machines, and much more.
96) Explorer
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text examine the history of explorers and exploration, and highlight many of their discoveries.
97) Mythology
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Surveys the treatment of gods, goddesses, the heavens, creation, death, and evil as expressed in various mythologies around the world.
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Eyewitness NASCAR
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99)
Eyewitness religion
Author
100) Fish
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the characteristics, habitats, and varieties of fishes and other undersea life.
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Food
Author
102) Invention
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore such inventions as the wheel, gears, levers, clocks, telephones, and rocket engines.
103) Islam
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Discover the faith, culture, and history that have shaped the modern Islamic world.
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North American Indian
Author
106)
Olympics
Author
107)
Pond & river
Author
108)
Shipwreck
Author
109)
Sports
Author
110)
Tree
Author
111)
Vietnam War
Author
112)
Wild West
Author
113)
Christianity
Author
114)
Da Vinci and his times
Author
115)
Eyewitness great scientists
Author
116) Mesopotamia
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2007.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, culture, and people of Ancient Mesopotamia.
117)
Oil
Author
118) Eyewitness bird
Series
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"Find out about some of the 9,500 species of birds that live in a huge range of habitats, from deserts and rainforests to the polar ice caps. As well as finding out about different orders of birds, take a detailed look at individual feathers and beak shapes, and explore behavior, from fish- and meat-eaters to seed- and plant-eaters. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to...
119) Presidents
Author
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Follow the early lives and political careers of the US presidents and see how they came into office, with full-color photographs of campaign memorabilia, family portraits, handwritten letters, mementos, and more. Discover how Abraham Lincoln saved the Union, why teddy bears are named after Theodore Roosevelt, and how Thomas Jefferson doubled the size of the nation with the Louisiana Purchase"-- Provided by publisher.
120)
Vote
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121)
Battle
Author
122)
Evolution
Author
123) Moon
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2009.
Language
English
Description
A guide to the Moon discusses its physical characteristics, relationship to the Earth, and the history of human reactions to and exploration of it.
124)
Soldier
Author
125) Space exploration
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Describes rockets, exploratory vehicles, and other technological aspects of space exploration, satellites, space stations, and the life and work of astronauts.
126) Universe
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the universe. Children will [see] how past, present, and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun, our Solar System, rocky planets, gas giants, and explosive stars. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes....
127) Eyewitness Viking
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
This book tells the story of the Vikings--their ships and weapons, heroes and myths, and great adventures in war and exploration. "Become an eyewitness to the world of Nordic raiders and traders and learn all about the culture and history of Vikings. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. Children can learn all about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as...
128)
Water
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129)
Baseball
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130)
Chicago
131) Dinosaur
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Packed with incredible statistics and facts about dinosaurs written in easy-to-grasp text, this kids book will help cultivate the paleontologists of tomorrow.
"Travel back in time to a world filled with fearsome predators and long-necked giants. From terrifying Tyrannosaurus rex to ancient deep-sea monsters and flying reptiles, learn about how these fascinating prehistoric animals lived--and became extinct--more than 66 million years ago." -- Back...
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Economy
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Endangered animals
Author
134)
Soccer
Author
135) Treasure
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010.
Language
English
Description
Be an eyewitness to the exciting search for precious artifacts, hidden or lost through the centuries and rediscovered by archaeologists and treasure hunters.
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City
Author
137)
Computer
Author
138) Flight
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Traces the history and development of aircraft from hot-air balloons to jetliners, and includes information on the principles of flight and the inner workings of various flying machines.
139)
Pond and river
Author
140) Predator
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Language
English
Description
Presents an illustrated look at the predatory behavior of various animal species, discussing such topics as how animals stalk their prey, the lures and traps they use, and where predators fit in various food chains.
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Science
Author
142)
Boy Scouts of America
Author
143) Butterfly & moth
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
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Description
Photographs and text explore the behavior and life cycles of butterflies and moths, examining mating rituals, camouflage, habitat, growth from pupa to larva to adult, and other aspects.
144) Energy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Surveys various sources of energy and the ways in which they have been harnessed.
145) Animal
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Takes a look at different animals and special things about them.
146)
Religion
Author
147) Reptile
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Become an eyewitness to how reptiles sense the world, move, and use camouflage in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of these scaly creatures. Children will [examine] the many different types of reptile species, from small pets to large crocodiles. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how crocodiles look after their young, how lizards store fat in their tails, and how chameleons swivel their eyes....
148) Transportation
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2012.
Language
English
Description
Explores transportation, from ancient humans using muscle to traveling in space, and discusses different modes of transportation.
150) Human body
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Explore your incredible body, inside and out. From skeleton to skin, muscles to microscopic cells, discover how your body systems work together to keep you alive and well."-- Page 4 of cover
151) Volcano & earthquake
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"Witness the power of our restless planet to both create and destroy. Watch red-hot lava flow from an erupting volcano, see how earthquakes create tsunamis, and meet scientists past and present who have helped us understand our turbulent world."-- Page 4 of cover.
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Wonders of the world
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153)
Animal
154) Natural disasters
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Become an eyewitness to the weird and wonderful ways of our world, from tsunamis to tornadoes, and discover nature's awesome potential with this Eyewitness guide. See how earthquakes, floods and hurricanes affect what lies in their path, and what measures we can use to protect ourselves from Mother Nature. Follow the journey of some of the most catastrophic disasters, and witness the rescue operations that followed. Learn, too, about the equipment...
156) Judaism
Author
Series
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
Find out what kosher food is and what special foods are eaten on holy days. See traditional items used in Jewish festivals, from the menorah to dreidels. Discover what life was like for Jewish people throughout history.
157) Fossil
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Become an eyewitness to the natural treasures found in rocks in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of all things fossils. Children will [examine] the bones, teeth, and plants from long ago that have all been turned to rock. This ... guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how paleontologists learn about ancient life forms. Striking photographs, detailed diagrams, and lots of examples of fossils help you to learn...
158) Ancient Egypt
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Travel back 5,000 years to when pharaohs ruled a kingdom on the Nile. From hieroglyphs and pyramids to jeweled treasures and mummies, find out how archaeologists cracked a code and unlocked the history of civilization."-- Provided by publisher
159) Hurricane & tornado
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
Discover why hurricanes and tornadoes are so destructive. Understand the impacts of extreme weather and how forecasting and warning systems help keep people safe.
160) World War I
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Explores one of the most brutal conflicts of the 20th century ... Become an eyewitness to the first conflict fought on a global scale in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of World War One. Made in collaboration with The Imperial War Museum"-- Provided by publisher.
