Take a tour of the fabulous city of New York with this beautifully illustrated book with over 80 flaps to lift. Compare the heights of world-famous skyscrapers, look around leafy Central Park, visit Grand Central station, dazzling Times Square & much more.

Includes:: links to specially selected websites for more information.

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This classic flap book in the ” See Inside” series is brought to life with a new sound panel. It offers a humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a Thirteenth Century medieval castle. Inventive embedded flaps on each double-page spread allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle, peeking inside stables, tents, & carriages along the way. Young readers are taken on an exciting journey in which they encounter a magnificent banquet, a thrilling tournament & a dramatic siege. Sounds help bring the pictures to life. Children won`t be able to resist pushing the buttons to hear the royal trumpeters playing, the noblemen on their horses, the drawbridge rising & the jousting tournament begin. David Hancock`s bright, detailed illustrations combined with informative & friendly text, provide children with an entertaining insight into life long ago. ...

What’s in space? Where did it come from? & how do we know? See Inside Space by Katie Daynes & Peter Allen is a flap book of astronomical proportions, packed with facts & information about the stars, planets & the universe. From the beginnings of time to future space missions, unfold our amazing universe & see inside its secrets. Colourful double-page topics show the milky way, the solar system, how scientists think the universe was created & mankind’s exploration of the planets. Contains over 50 flaps revealing fascinating facts about the universe as well as a little book of star maps for first-time stargazers. Ages 6+ ...

Calling all space cadets! Usborne assigns you a mission to see inside these extraordinary space stations & spacecrafts, from the beginning of the space race to the latest missions to Mars & beyond. With over 70 flaps to lift, plus links to websites with video clips & more information. Published in association with the UK Space Agency. ...

Trains hold a fascination for just about everybody & this lift-the-flap history of locomotion tells it all from Stephenson`s Rocket to the bullet trains of today. You can lift the flaps to explore all kinds of exciting trains, from a luxury steam train fit for a queen to super-fast trains that run on magnets, trains that can climb up mountains, & lots, lots more. Part of a collectable series of interactive information books. ...

“ See Inside London” is a fantastic flap book that takes children on a journey through London from ancient times to today, letting them learn about the capital’s colourful history in an interactive way. Open the book up & they’ll see fabulous scenes showing London in Roman times, in the Middle Ages, at the time of the Plague & during the Blitz, & each scene has flaps to lift to reveal historical secrets. Each of the pages

Includes:: simple, informative text & picture labels, which re-inforces Usborne’s reputation as one of the best children’s book publishers around. With over 80 flaps to lift, this is an enchanting buy for any child.

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See Inside Planet Earth is a brilliant fun-packed flap book that delves deep into the mysteries of the geography of our planet. Each page is covered with flaps that reveal & explain the Earth`s structure, climate & environments, from desert to arctic tundra, &

Includes:: sections revealing the problems of climate change & ways to reduce global warming. It`s even printed on paper made from trees from sustainable forests! This is a beautifully illustrated children’s book with over 80 sturdy flaps, & internet links to websites to find out more.

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The colorful guide that brings Mexico to life
- PHOTOS by the hundred

- 31 pages of COLOR MAPS

- REVIEWS of sights,




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Fodor's helps you unleash the possibilities of travel by providing the insightful tools you need to experience the trips you want. While you're at the helm, Fodor's offers the assurance of our expertise, the guarantee of selectivity, & the choice details that truly define a destination. It's like having a friend in Vietnam!
Fodor's See It Vietnam is the practical illustrated guide that brings Vietnam to life. Essential information about sightseeing, dining, & hotels is all conveniently organized by region-making it easy for you to find the details you need when you're on the go. See It Vietnam also
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-INTRODUCTORY orientation pages for each region with a brief overview & map
-COLOR PHOTOS by the hundreds to show you not only Vietnam's sights but also its hotels, restaurants, & shops
-COLOR MAPS galore, including neighborhood maps, city plans, transportation maps, & floor plans
-WALKING & DRIVING tours in each region so that you can fully explore Vietnam
-REVIEWS of sights, restaurants, hotels, & shops, grouped by region for easy navigation
-BEST OF lists that make itinerary planning a snap
-Detailed PRACTICAL information & cool INSIDER TIPS in every listing

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