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Lando Calrissian: 7 Things You Need to Know from Solo: A Star Wars™ Story
A schemer, a storyteller, a con artist and more – in Solo: A Star Wars™ Story, Donald Glover brings to life the stylish (and slippery) Lando Calrissian. We’ve rounded up 7 fantastic facts on this smooth-talking smuggler from Solo: A Star Wars™ Story The Official Guide. Are you ready? Maker Lab View Book Key stats:Homeworld: Socorro Species: Human Affiliation: Independent Height:  5ft 8.5 in (1.74m)Walk-in wardrobeA self-confessed clothes-lover, Lando stays on-trend by buying a variety of dashing outfits while on his far-ranging expeditions. He stores his finery aboard the Millennium... Read more...
Knitting Pattern Corrections
Despite multiple checks, errors sometimes occur in the patterns in our books. We correct these errors for reprints as soon as we become aware of them, however some early printings of the books below may contain errors. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Click on the links below to find and print the page you need. The Knitting BookPage 276: Striped hat Page 278: Cabled scarf Page 280: Cabled hat Page 284: Jellyfish hat Page 288: Lace shawl Page 290: Peekaboo lace scarf Page 302: Cabled... Read more...
In pictures: the best of the Pacific Northwest
From snowy Whistler to magical Crater Lake, these are 15 of the region’s most spectacular sights.  Pacific Crest Trail, Oregon and WashingtonStretching 2,650 miles (4,265 km) from Mexico to Canada, the Pacific Crest Trail charts a course through old-growth forests, past volcanoes in Oregon, and through the rugged Cascade Mountains and the Columbia Gorge in Washington. Hikers don’t need to tackle the whole trail; day hikes, including those that enter Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park and the Mount Hood National Forest, are easily accessible. STEM Lab View Book Bend, OregonThe... Read more...
In pictures: the best of the Pacific Northwest
From snowy Whistler to magical Crater Lake, these are 15 of the region’s most spectacular sights.  Pacific Crest Trail, Oregon and WashingtonStretching 2,650 miles (4,265 km) from Mexico to Canada, the Pacific Crest Trail charts a course through old-growth forests, past volcanoes in Oregon, and through the rugged Cascade Mountains and the Columbia Gorge in Washington. Hikers don’t need to tackle the whole trail; day hikes, including those that enter Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park and the Mount Hood National Forest, are easily accessible. STEM Lab View Book Bend, OregonThe... Read more...
A brief history of the USA for travellers
The USA is often referred to as one of the youngest countries in the world, but this assumption doesn’t do the region’s fascinating backstory justice. While the USA officially became an independent country in 1776, less than 250 years ago, people have lived on its land for thousands of years, and evidence of this still remains today. You just have to know where to look.  So if your inner historian wants an adventure, Lottie Gross has compiled what you need to know about the USA, and where to find its most... Read more...
Go here, not there this fall
With nature’s spectacle of colorful autumn leaves as a backdrop, fall is a perfect time to travel—but many of the most popular places in the US are almost as busy as they are in the summer. Here, we pick the best alternative places to enjoy the season and escape the crowds. Santa Barbara, not Santa Monica (California) Everyone loves Santa Monica’s beautiful beach and famous pleasure pier, but not the relentless traffic of the surrounding LA sprawl. Santa Barbara, about a two-hour drive northwest, is a more relaxed seaside city.... Read more...
Free Poster Download: Teaching Children How to Understand Emotions
Even as an adult, feelings can sometimes be hard to understand! Our book My Mixed Emotions makes it easier for children to identify and manage the natural ups and downs they experience day-to-day. Our free poster is a helpful resource allowing you to better guide your kids or students through their journeys. Download yours below. My Mixed Emotions View Book Download your free poster: Read more...
How these destinations are helping to save the planet
While travel is currently off the table, that doesn’t stop us daydreaming about future adventures. And today – to celebrate Earth Day 2020 – we’re feeling inspired to plan a trip to the world’s most eco-friendly destinations.  Here, Rachel Laidler rounds up five destinations that are helping to save the planet... Chile A narrow sliver hugging the western edge of South America, Chile is world-renowned for its spellbinding landscapes, whether it’s the pale crimson dunes of the Atacama Desert or the sculpted mountains of Torres del Paine National Park.  With... Read more...
Celebrate Halloween Around the World
As October 31st approaches, people embrace ghosts, goblins, costume parties, candy overload, and everything in between. Halloween has become a celebration of spook, a day when kids and adults alike fuel themselves with sugar galore, and a time for innovative disguises and festivities. Ever wondered how Halloween is celebrated around the world? Here's what Halloween looks like in 7 destinations: Hong KongAlthough Hong Kong wasn’t historically a huge hub for Halloween, this metropolis has become a popular spot for revelers and spooky decorations in recent years. Hong Kong Disneyland has... Read more...
A brief history of Greece for travellers
Greece is often tipped as ‘the cradle of Western civilisation’ – and it’s easy to see why. The country has had a long and often tumultuous history, with ancient empires, great thinkers, artists and architects all leaving their mark on the mainland and its tangle of islands. Here Jacqui Agate delves into the country’s past and reveal how you can experience it for yourself... DK Eyewitness Greece, Athens and the Mainland View Book A look at Prehistoric Greece Long before Aristotle or Alexander the Great, there was the Cycladic culture,... Read more...
7 reasons to visit Copenhagen
There’s no denying that Denmark is fiercely fashionable. Regularly ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world, it is revered for its relaxed pace of life and liberal social attitudes, as well as its impeccable approach to design. At the heart of Danish culture is the country's quirky capital, Copenhagen, known as København to locals. Here, Lucy Richards reveals why you should make it your next city break. There's a rich and varied cultural scene Away from the hordes swarming around the Little Mermaid, Copenhagen has numerous sights... Read more...
7 of history’s most epic journeys
Human history is a story of travel. From the very beginning, we have demonstrated an innate urge to wander, explore, and discover, and our past is peppered with tales of incredible journeys to far-flung lands. From Viking voyages around Europe to road tripping along Route 66, we’ve rounded up seven of history’s most amazing journeys. Here, discover each route’s fascinating past and plan some modern-day exploration of your own. Journey View Book Route 66 Seen by many as a symbol of the American spirit, Route 66 is one of the... Read more...