Oxford First Encyclopedia (2009)

by Andrew Langley (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  2009

  $3.72

  Starting with their own body and how it works, children soon become interested in other people, the Earth with all its animals and plants, and beyond to science, technology and the wonders of the universe. The books is comprised of seven sections covering the topics, My Body, People and Places, The Arts, The Earth, Animals and Plants, Science and Technology and The Universe. It is ideal for young readers who are curious about the world they live in.

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $3.23

  An imaginatively planned single-volume encyclopedia that makes learning accessible and fun. Its eight thematic sections take young readers on a journey of exploration and learning. Beginning with the child's own body and how it works, it progresses outwards to the wider world, where people live, work and create. The horizon stretches further, to encompass the Earth with all its animals and plants, before moving on to science, technology, and finally space and the stars. Information is presented in a wide variety of ways - text, captions, child-friendly, colourful artwork, photographs, activities and fact boxes. This diversity makes the book accessible on a variety of levels, to reflect the range of interests and abilities of young children. Readers are encouraged to get involved with the text and pictures, to find out things for themselves, and to try the simple, fun experiments and projects suggested throughout.

• Used

  Hardcover
  2004

  $3.23

  The Oxford First Encyclopedia is packed with information, yet friendly and easy to use. Arranged in eight thematic sections for ease of access, the varied presentation of both text and illustration carefully reflects the interests and abilities of young children. The bright and entertaining illustrations draw the child into the page, and their attention is engaged by the lively and direct text, fun fact boxes, and many activity panels, including simple experiments and projects. All the text and illustration has been carefully checked by expert consultants. The friendly cross-referencing and index provide easy access, while helping to develop children's referencing skills. For this new edition, all the text has been reviewed and updated where necessary, with particular attention given to areas, such as computing and space exploration. At the same time, many illustrations have been replaced and a number of pages redesigned.