How did the Allies plan and execute the most massive and daring invasion in military history? Read all about it in the DK Reader that explains in thrilling detail how the Nazis were defeated on the beaches of France. DK Readers is a multi-level learning-to-read program combining DK's highly visual style with appealing stories at five graduated levels. Stunning photographs and engaging, age-appropriate stories are guaranteed to capture a child's interest while developing reading skills and general knowledge. DK Readers allow progression of stories for beginning readers with simple sentences and word repetition through to stories with rich vocabulary and more challenging sentence structure for proficient readers.

This introduction to paleontology weaves together facts about fossil hunting with fictionalized first-person accounts from dinosaur detectives.

This book brings readers face to face with some of the deadliest natural disasters of all time, from the eruption of Mount Vesuvius to the San Francisco earthquake of 1906. As they go, they'll learn about the scientific forces that cause these incredible events.

Describes the background, events, and consequences of the Allied landing in Normandy, France on June 6, 1944.

"Gus is the new kid in town. Read all about how he makes new friends and teaches them cool tricks."--Cover back.

Advanced readers will love this fascinating book about the discovery of ancient dinosaurs. Follow the story of the rivalry between famous paleontologists and the incredible fossils they unearthed in Dinosaur Valley. Find out who won the Battle of the Bones! Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!

Helps you to learn why the decision to invade was made, the impact that the D-Day invasion had on the Second World War and why Winston Churchill called it 'the greatest thing we have ever attempted'. This title details the action on the beaches and the history of the D-Day invasion.