DK
Geography of the World (Revised)
ISBN 0756619521 EAN: 9780756619527 Paperback
WB Price: $42.95
Geography of the World has been updated and expanded to include all the new
countries and shifting borders in our diverse and ever-changing world. Much more
than just an atlas, this essential geographical guide gives details about each
country's physical geography, people, climate, culture, and landscape, as well
as important sociopolitical statistics concerning literacy, life expectancy, and
health care.27.38 cms L x 21.89 cms W (1.20 kgs) 304 pages
The
Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia
ISBN
0753457547 EAN 9780753457542 Kingfisher Hardcover
WB Price: $24.95
The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia is the most compact and comprehensive
volume available for all the family. This portable encyclopedia uses a highly
visual approach to a popular subject, with show-stopping artwork of dinosaurs in
action. The book combines hard facts with interesting and intriguing feature
spreads detailing dinosaur lifestyle, behavior, families, and habitat.From how
life on earth began and how animals evolved to the catastrophic events that
brought about the end of the dinosaurs, this book is a must for every dinosaur
enthusiast.20.6 cms L x 16 cms W (0.70 kgs) 224 pages
The Kingfisher Children's Encyclopaedia
ISBN 0753457679 EAN 9780753457672 Kingfisher Hardcover
WB Price: $57.95
This new edition of the popular The Kingfisher
Children"s Encyclopedia covers an astoundingly broad range of subjects from
Australian Aborigines, balloons and airships, and the latest computer
innovations, to an understanding of the universe, warfare, women"s rights,
and an examination of x-rays and zoology.
The encyclopedia is alphabetically organized with headwords arranged in the top
left-hand corner of every page. Authoritative text offers thorough coverage of
each subject, while bright and informative original artwork, photographs, and
captions really maximize the learning potential and enhance the textual
information. Cross-reference boxes encourage further reading, while fact and
chronology boxes provide clear, quick reference points for homework and
fact-checking. A fact-finder at the back of the encyclopedia has a timeline of
key historical events and personalities from around the world.27.94 cms L x 22.4
cms W (2.22 kgs)
First
Encyclopaedia Of Science
ISBN 0794502733 Usborne Paperback (6 to 12) WB Price: $17.95
Why do things float? What happens to the food you eat? Why is it warm in
summer? Find out in this lively book. Simple text, amazing photographs and
illustrations, fun science activities and links to exciting recommended Web
sites introduce young readers to the wonders of science.
The
Usborne's Children Encyclopaedia
ISBN 0746039220 Usborne Paperback 135 pgs (9 to 13)
WB Price: $28.95
-- Highly illustrated first reference books
-- Topics are arranged thematically and provide in-depth explanations using simple language
-- Contains lots of practical experiments
Kingfisher
First Encyclopaedia
ISBN 0753459078 EAN 9780753459072 Kingfisher Paperback (4 to 9) WB Price: $20.95
Children can easily study more than 100 popular topics using the alphabetically arranged entries. Information is presented in clearly written text with vocabulary appropriate for young readers. Cross-reference boxes link related entries, and children will enjoy using them to find their favorite topics throughout the book. Exciting color illustrations and photographs aid understanding and fill each page with interest. 27.9
cms L x 21.49 cms W (0.66 kgs) 159 pages
The
60 Second Encyclopedia
ISBN 0761129022 EAN 9780761129028 Workman Paperback (8 to 12) 272 pgs
WB Price: $21.95
Did you know? In just one minute the Earth travels 1,100 miles around the sun.
You lose 8 brain cells, 40,000 skin cells, and one taste bud. (How weird.) A ladybug flaps its wings 60,000 times. 6,805,555 e-mails are sent (35% of them Spam). Jean-Yves Mulot breaks 42 flaming concrete blocks with his bare hand. Whew! Filled with hundreds of incredible and true facts and statistics, "The 60-Second Encyclopedia puts a whole new spin on math, science, nature, the human body, and popular
culture too.Includes a one-minute sandglass and dozens of interactive activities. 15.95 cms L x 17.68 cms W
The
First Human Encyclopedia
ISBN 0756609976 EAN 9780756609979 DK Hardcover (5 to 8) WB Price: $30.95
Young readers are introduced to the wonders of the human body in this reference that takes them inside to see how things fit and work together. This exciting book is packed with fascinating facts that make basic anatomy accessible and fun. Full color.28.40
cms L x 22.35 cms W 128 pgs

Pick
Me Up
ISBN 0756621593 EAN 9780756621599
DK Hardcover (8 to 12)
WB Price: $57.95
With gorgeous,
full-color spreads and hip, vivid design, this "un-cyclopedia" for the
Internet generation gives fresh and fascinating contexts for classic
information--making looking up information easier than ever! 24.94 cms L x 21.39
cms W (1.44 kgs) 351 pages Awards: Parents Choice Award (Fall) | Winner | Silver | 2006 ; Quill Awards | Nominee | Children's Chapter | 2007