The Magic and Mystery of Earth

Explore the Incredible Place We Call Home

Author DK
Illustrated by Claire McElfatrick
Hardcover
$16.99 US
| $23.50 CAN
On sale Apr 07, 2026 | 64 Pages | 9798217134113
Age 7-9 years | Grades 2-4

Enter the world of towering mountains, swirling storms, and deep ocean trenches for an unforgettable journey through our planet Earth.

Day turns to night, plants flourish and then wither away, volcanoes erupt, and rainbows stretch across the pages of this colorful book. Stunning illustrations are combined with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young enthusiasts learn all there is to know about the place they call home. Starting at Earth’s fiery core, then journeying upward through clouds, rain, and wind before soaring over the Amazon rainforest and gliding across Earth’s icy poles, readers will discover the extraordinary wonders of our ever-changing planet.

The Magic and Mystery of Earth takes children on an exciting around-the-world adventure, where they can uncover Earth’s inner workings, explore vibrant habitats, meet the incredible plants and animals that live there, and finally, learn how to protect our planet from today’s challenges. Filled with facts and fun, this book presents a beautiful and new take on our Earth and is perfect for budding geologists, geographers, environmentalists, and all-around planet Earth enthusiasts everywhere.
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Enter the world of towering mountains, swirling storms, and deep ocean trenches for an unforgettable journey through our planet Earth.

Day turns to night, plants flourish and then wither away, volcanoes erupt, and rainbows stretch across the pages of this colorful book. Stunning illustrations are combined with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young enthusiasts learn all there is to know about the place they call home. Starting at Earth’s fiery core, then journeying upward through clouds, rain, and wind before soaring over the Amazon rainforest and gliding across Earth’s icy poles, readers will discover the extraordinary wonders of our ever-changing planet.

The Magic and Mystery of Earth takes children on an exciting around-the-world adventure, where they can uncover Earth’s inner workings, explore vibrant habitats, meet the incredible plants and animals that live there, and finally, learn how to protect our planet from today’s challenges. Filled with facts and fun, this book presents a beautiful and new take on our Earth and is perfect for budding geologists, geographers, environmentalists, and all-around planet Earth enthusiasts everywhere.

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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