by Dk (Author)
"This treasure trail of discovery breaks the mould of children's encyclopedias". - "Daily Mail". Whether for homework, school projects, or just for fun, you'll find everything you ever wanted to know about anything and more in the "DK Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia". From computers to music, space exploration to the natural world all the essential subjects are here, plus hundreds of fascinating little-known facts you'll want to learn and share. It is newly updated to cover advances in technology, new scientific theories and political, social and ecological changes across the world. This work includes: 500 A-Z articles on a huge range of subjects; over 2,000 newly added entries; more than 4,500 amazing photos, artworks and maps; lists the best internet links under every subject - with ratings. If you're in a hurry there's a 30-page Fact Finder offering at-a-glance facts on history, science, the world around us and more.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 800
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Published: 06 Jul 2006
ISBN 10: 1405314974
ISBN 13: 9781405314978
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Prizes: Shortlisted for Blue Peter Children's Book Awards: The Best Book of Knowledge 2001.