From myths and legends, folklore and fables, to amazing discoveries, and undiscovered depths – children will love exploring the amazing world of water in this beautifully illustrated book for young readers.

Dive between the pages of Underwater World into the ocean depths to discover sunken lands, and sail in and out of legends laden with weird and wonderful monsters. This educational book for 7-9 year olds will teach curious children all about the ocean, magical creatures and mythology, mysteries and the unexplained.

Dive straight in with this educational book to discover:

– A variety of exciting topics surrounding water, including sunken cities, ghost ships, Ocean gods and goddesses, and mythical creatures such as the kraken, merpeople, selkies, and sirens.
– Most of the world’s cultures that share mythology around water together in one place; from gods and goddesses to beasts of the deep.
– Exciting and informative text and beautiful hand-painted illustrations that bring the subject to life.

Water – it can be hard as rock, silky soft, and often barely there. We can’t live without it, but can’t breathe within it. This shape-shifting element washes in on our shores, pours on our towns, and winds through our fields. We are mostly made out of water, but how much do we really know about it? Children will love learning all about the world of water in this beautifully illustrated and colourful book.

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.

So why stop there?

If you like Underwater World, then why not complete the collection? Take a peek inside the enchanting and mythological world of dragons with Dragon World, and discover their fascinating history.

Wisdom begins in wonder: and there is no creature so weird and wonderful as the octopus. Wise, compassionate, strong yet adaptable – and with Houdini-like vanishing tricks – octopuses are the most fascinating creatures on the planet. They provide a masterclass in self-care and there is so much we can learn from them. With the help of Weird Is Beautiful you will discover:

• When to be strong, and when to be flexible
• How to sift through the flotsam and jetsam of your life to find the pearls you should cling to
• How camouflage can be self-care, but when you should let your true colours shine!
• How to multi-task, even when you don’t have eight arms
• When to allow the currents of the ocean to sweep you along, and when to stick your tentacles to the rocks and resist
• How to live wild, weird and free

Who said life above water can’t sparkle?

Whether you are looking to do something to help the environment, building a feature pond as a family landscaping project, or attracting local wildlife to your garden; a wildlife pond is a perfect addition to your gardening efforts.

Learn everything there is to know about wildlife ponds with:

– Photographic and illustrative step-by-step guides on planning, creating, and maintaining your pond
– A variety of pond types covered, including natural-style ponds, container ponds, and more traditional, formal-style ponds that still attract wildlife
– What to expect throughout the seasons, the creatures that will visit, and the aquatic plants that will thrive
– Tips on what to look out for in your pond, encouraging a natural eco-system, and how to maintain your newly built pond throughout the year

Find out everything you’ll need to know to create a natural sanctuary in your garden! This book shows you how to create a backyard pond without filters, pipes, and chemicals, and how to attract and support local species. RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig your own pond line, advice on which pond plants to choose from, and how to make sure local wildlife can enjoy your pond safely.

This book will also give you advice on how to take care of your newly built water feature so that you’re able to enjoy the local animals, insects and birds for years to come. You can expect to see blackbirds bathing in your pond, hedgehogs using it as a water source, and bats flying over at night to catch insects. This wonderful book is filled with photographs and illustrations that will make planning and creating your own pond a therapeutic and fulfilling experience!

Complete the Series:
There are so many ways for you to enjoy your garden! If you’re looking for tips on environmental changes and landscaping ideas, DK books have even more gardening guides and projects for you to explore. Discover RHS How to Garden the Low Carbon Way, or bring even more feathered friends to your garden with How to Attract Birds to Your Garden.

This introductory, species-by-species guide to 160 of the most common freshwater and saltwater fish in northern Europe is the perfect book for helping you identify fish and learn more about the most common species. It is ideal for people who enjoy to fish as well as those looking for an introduction to the biology and identification of fish.

– Advice on how to identify and classify species

– Introduction to the natural history of fresh and saltwater fish

– General information, such as left and right handedness of flatfish, as well as specific information on each species, detailing where it can be found, its habitat, what it eats and its colour

Each entry is illustrated with a photograph of the fish in its natural habitat and artwork to emphasise details and colouring. From sharks and rays to mullet, trout and salmon, Gem Fish is a concise, easy-to-use guide to the wildlife of our seas and rivers.