Bøger af Tom Jackson

Vidste du, at T. Rex kunne sluge 225 kg kød i én mundfuld? Eller at Ankylosaurus vejede 6 tons og havde en stor halekølle? At Velociraptor ikke var større end en kalkun, men dødsensfarlig, og at Bronchiosaurus var dobbelt så høj som en giraf? Denne smukt illustrerede bog i stort format er spækket med fakta, og tager dig med på en spændende tidsrejse, hvor du kan møde en lang række eventyrlige dinosaurer og andre dyr fra urtiden. En bog du aldrig bliver træt af at kigge i. Fra 6 år. Læs også: Den fantastiske bog om pattedyr

Denne smukt illustrerede bog introducerer nogle af verdens særeste og mest vidunderlige skabninger, fra den skinnende blå morpho-sommerfugl til den gigantiske goliatbille. Mød en fårekylling med ører på knæene, en bille, der æder elefantlort, og en loppe, der kunne vinde OL i højdespring. Sammen med alle nærbillederne indeholder bogen masser af fakta og fascinerende viden, så du finder ud af, hvilket insekt, der lyser i mørke, hvorfor honningbien danser, og hvordan en stor rovedderkop kan gå på vandet. Velkommen til insekternes og edderkoppernes verden! Fra ca. 6 år. I samme serie: Den fantastiske bog om dinosaurerDen fantastiske bog om pattedyrDen fantastiske bog om farlige dyr

Denne smukt illustrerede bog introducerer en lang række livsfarlige dyr – fra nogle af verdens største og mest voldsomme dyr som isbjørnen og nilkrokodillen til den sarte og spinkle havhveps, hvis nældegift kan dræbe et bytte på et øjeblik og et menneske på ganske få minutter. Sammen med de imponerende nærbilleder er bogen fyldt med spændende og skræmmende oplysninger om, hvorfor man ikke skal nærme sig de dødsensfarlige dyr. Fra ca. 6 år. I samme serie:Den fantastiske bog om dinosaurerDen fantastiske bog om pattedyrDen fantastiske bog om insekter

Den fantastiske bog om fugle introducerer nogle af de mest vidunderlige fuglearter i verden, herunder den største, den mindste, den hurtigste og den længstlevende, plus den sejeste af alle fugle, kejserpingvinen, der som det eneste dyr opholder sig hele vinteren i Antarktis og overlever til den følgende sommer. Mød også nogle forbløffende arter som en abeædende ørn og fugle, der sover, mens de svæver over havet. Hver illustration ledsages af spændende fakta, som fx giver svar på, hvordan en helt særlig papegøje laver en højttaler for at forstærke lyden af sit dumpe kald, og hvorfor en anden søber ler. En smuk gavebog i stort format for hele familien. Fra ca. 6 år. I samme serie:Den fantastiske bog om dinosaurerDen fantastiske bog om pattedyrDen fantastiske bog om insekterDen fantastiske bog om hajerDen fantastiske bog om truede dyr

Updated new edition 2020. A beautifully illustrated reference guide to animals across the globe, with a natural history introduction and extensive visual directory, in an updated new large-format edition.

Illustrated with more than 250 outstanding photographs, Wild Animals presents an in-depth look at the natural world's most deadly, endangered or just plain strange creatures, from poisonous spiders to aggressive caimans and man-eating sharks.

Want to create groundbreaking medical cures or design future spcaecraft? Or maybe you'll use forensics to solve a mysterious crime or be the first to discover a brand new dinosaur fossil? Flick through the pages of this book to discover what sort of scientist you could be. This book showcases a diverse array of inspiring careers aross the four disciplines of chemistry, biology, physics and technology. You'll find details of what sort of work each job involves, the specialist equipment used and what key skills are involved so students can consider which jobs play to their strengths or explore options they'd never considered or heard of before.The simple, bold eye-catching design and accompanying artwork of each role will make this the perfect gift for any child or student from age 9 and up.

This comprehensive hardback encyclopedia will teach children all they want to know about the wonders of science, presented with striking gold cover accents and full-colour illustrations. From botany and biotechnology to atomic structure and fundamental forces of the Universe, science is the story of all life. This thoughtful and thorough primer shows how scientists have shaped the modern world, and how the subject continues to offer crucial insights into our lives and the lives of so many other creatures on our extraordinary planet. Key science concepts are explained in simple, easy-to-understand terms, and clarified by clever diagrams as well as sumptuous, eye-catching photography from around the world. For all inquisitive children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus New Encyclopedias are entertaining and visually spectacular reference guides for young readers, complete with eye-opening stats and fascinating facts with full-color photography.

This comprehensive hardback encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of physics for young readers, filled with spectacular full-colour photography. From the tiniest subatomic particles to the vast expanses of space, this book shines a light on the hidden laws that shape our world.

Arranged in chapters covering the different types of breeds, Encyclopedia of Dogs is a hugely informative visual celebration of man's best friend. With fascinating captions on every page, even dog lovers will learn something new.

Provides children with a foundation for future studies in fields such as medicine, agriculture, and ecology.

With full captions explaining the different species, behavior, and feeding habits, Sharks is a lively examination of these elemental killers through vivid color photographs, now in a handy pocket format. With fossil records dating back 400 million years, sharks have outlived the dinosaurs and many other forms of life currently on earth--they are even older than trees. There are more than 1,000 species of sharks and rays, with new species discovered every year. Through their evolution, sharks have shaped our oceans into the rich habitats we know today. As apex predators, sharks play an important role in the ecosystem by maintaining the species below them in the food chain--helping remove the weak and sick, and keeping the ocean and fish populations healthy. Learn about the dwarf lantern shark, which is so small it can fit in the palm of your hand; or the whale shark, which grows up to 40 feet in length and is the largest known fish species in the oceans today; or the great white shark, the oceans' top predator and capable of chewing up dolphins and seals with its 300 teeth.

With detailed captions explaining the origins, habitat, and behavior of these noble creatures, Wild Horses provides a vivid pictorial introduction in brilliant photographs. Divided by continent, the book celebrates these last untamed examples of an animal species that has served humankind so well over many millennia. Learn about Przewalski's horse, a breed with a 20,000-year lineage that runs wild today on the grasslands of Hungary and marvel at the Namib Desert horse, thought to be the only feral horse living in Africa, and which has evolved to survive up to 72 hours without water in the dry desert conditions.

Journey back in time to see the world’s most magnificent prehistoric beasts close up.The Magnificent Book of Prehistoric Beasts takes you on a journey back in time to an ancient world, where peculiar beasts roamed the Earth and swam in the seas. Meet the mighty woolly mammoth with its huge tusks for finding food, a saber-toothed cat with teeth as long as your arm, the Megalodon shark with a mouth big enough to swallow you whole, and the millipede Arthropleura with a body bigger than an adult human. Each prehistoric beast is depicted in stunning and accurate original illustrations. Find out about why the Trilobite’s legs had gills, how the giant fish Tiktaalik could walk on land, and why the elephant-sized slothlike Megatherium had such a long tongue. With stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and full-color, poster-sized illustrations, this is the ideal reference for all the family. 36 PREHISTORIC BEASTS: Learn about dozens of ancient beasts, from Hallucigenia with its spiky, tentacled body shaped like a worm, to Titanoboa, the largest snake that's ever existed. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring these incredible animals to life. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall animal lovers of all ages. MAP OF THE PREHISTORIC ANIMAL WORLD: A full-page color map shows where each animal lived in the ancient world. COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Animals, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, The Magnificent Book of Dangerous Animals, The Magnificent Book of Sharks, and The Magnificent Book of Birds.

The Magnificent Book of Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Creatures introduces readers to the diversity of prehistoric life that roamed the planet millions of years ago.The Magnificent Book of Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Creatures takes young readers back millions of years to the Age of Dinosaurs, showcasing 36 incredible animals with rich, colorful illustrations and interesting facts. From the savage Velociraptor and the terrifying Allosaurus to the soaring Pterodactylus and deep-diving Ichthyosaurus, all types of prehistoric creatures are presented in stunning detail. Fact boxes list the location where each animal's fossils were found, the meaning of its name, its size, and other key characteristics. The magnificent creatures of the prehistoric world are waiting to be discovered on these pages. Also includes a full-color poster.

This comprehensive hardback encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of physics for young readers, bursting with incredible facts and striking full-color images. >. Illustrated throughout with eye-opening photographs and fascinating diagrams. Presents information in a friendly and engaging way. "Hall of Fame" profile boxes offer insights into pioneering individuals>Authoritative and entertaining, this book supports STEM learning and is great for education outside of the classroom. Ideal for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

This is a magical story of a young girl and her father and the day they discovered a rainbow that actually ended on top of their house. They began to search for the elusive pot of gold and encounter the dangers of the mythical leprechaun snake and a real life leprechaun. Their lives seem to be forever changed but is it all just a dream or is it a reality? They awake to find out. There the legend of the leprechaun snake was born and has been passed on for generations.

Elephants is an outstanding collection of photographs and captions showing these majestic animals in their natural habitat in a handy pocket format. You'll discover how African and Asian elephants differ, but also about the different species or subspecies in each continent. You will learn how herds of female elephants and their young are formed, how they feed and use their tusks as weapons or for moving objects or digging, how they use their ears to cool themselves, how intelligent they are, and much more.

Did you know that porpoises are often shy creatures and therefore most of us will very rarely encounter them in the wild? Among their species is the vaquita, tragically the most endangered species of any whale, dolphin, or porpoise. Whales and dolphins alike are renowned for their intelligent nature and fascinating social rituals. With full captions explaining the different species, behavior, and feeding habits, Whales & Dolphins is a vibrant look at these marine mammals in vivid photographs.

Wolves features a wide variety of wolf species from around the world, including the Eurasian Wolf, Timber Wolf, Arctic Wolf, Northwestern Wolf, Yukon Wolf, and many more. With full captions explaining how they hunt and feed, rear their young, and migrate, this book is a brilliant examination in outstanding color photographs of these fascinating animals.

Penguins is a handy pocket-size guide showing these intriguing animals in their natural habitat. The book features a variety of species, from the Emperor, Chinstrap, and Adélie penguins in the Antarctic to the Magellanic, Southern Rockhopper, and Yellow-Crested Macaroni penguins of Chile.

Birds of prey--or raptors--are some of the most captivating bird species in the world. Think of eagles and condors, vultures, hawks, and kites, but also owls and ospreys. From the New World Caracaras to the Oriental Hobby, the Northern Goshawk to the Swamp Harrier to the European Merlin, Birds of Prey explores the fascinating lifecycles, habitats, diets, and, where applicable, migratory patterns, of more than 100 species from all around the world.

Arranged in chapters covering the different types of bear, their habitats, their family life, and cubs, this book reveals little-known facts on their anatomy, lifecycle, feeding, and their young. Bears is an outstanding collection of photographs showing these fascinating animals in their natural habitats in a handy pocket format.

Honeybees, bumblebees, mining bees, dwarf bees, carpenter, leafcutter, and mason bees: bees come in many different types, with more than 16,000 species worldwide. Many bees today are domesticated, and beekeepers collect honey, beeswax, pollen, and royal jelly from hives for human use. Bees is an exciting collection of photographs showing these fascinating insects in their natural habitat.

DIVE INTO THE WORLDâEUR(TM)S OCEANS TO MEET 36 MAGNIFICENT OCEAN CREATURESExplore sunlit coral reefs, wide open seas and the murky depths to see some of the most incredible ocean creatures in the world. With stunning illustrations, intriguing facts and full-colour, poster-sized illustrations, this is the ideal compendium for all the family.