Books with title Space: A Children's Encyclopedia

Children's A to Z Encyclopedia covers a full range of clearly arranged alphabetical topics, from ancient history and countries of the world to wildlife, politics, technology, and more. This volume is the perfect purchase for any family. It will bear repeated use by all the family from 9+ through the teenage years.Fully updated with the very latest facts and data; clear text and more than 1000 photos and illustrations will inform and amaze. Detailed reference matter at the end of the book includes a world map, information on presidents, mini biographies of scientists and explorers, and history highlights.

Discover the world of cutting-edge science with this comprehensive visual encyclopedia.Full of surprising facts and stunning photographs, this accessible book takes in the full sweep of modern science-from DNA to dark energy, and from neutrons to nanotechnology. Based on the very latest research, this is the definitive children's guide to understanding our Universe.Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the world of science for children aged eight and above.

Kingfisher's encyclopedias are award-winning, information-packed reference books for all the family. The new, updated editions are beautiful versions of these trusted favourites – perfect for gifts and reference alike. If you want one children's general encyclopedia, this is it! Fully revised and updated, to reflect the latest developments in science, technology, and world events, The Kingfisher Children's Encyclopedia, 3rd edition by the editors of Kingfisher, is a trusted resource for helping children understand the world we live in. The encyclopedia is alphabetically organized with headwords in the top left-hand corner for easy browsing. Authoritative text offers thorough coverage of each subject, while bright and informative original artwork, photographs, and captions provide plenty of visual interest. Cross-reference boxes encourage research skills, and fact and chronology boxes provide quick reference points for homework and reports. A fact-finder at the back of the encyclopedia has a timeline of key historical events and personalities from around the world. With entries on everything from Australian Aboriginal people to zoology, this encyclopedia is the ultimate one-stop reference for home or classroom.

Discover our incredible world and the forces that have shaped it-from volcanoes and earthquakes, to winds and rain, and the impact of human activity.Filled with surprising facts and stunning photographs, this book explores the continents, their climates, and their people. Taking us from the early solar system to the present day, it's the definitive guide to planet Earth. Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the geology and geography of Planet Earth, for children aged eight and above.

From the inner workings of the brain to the wonders of DNA, this fact-packed book contains everything you need to know about the human body.Illustrated with exceptional photography and cutting-edge artworks, and featuring clear explanations and helpful diagrams, it's the definitive guide to the way our bodies work.Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the human body for children aged eight and above.

The Scholastic Children's Encyclopedia is an essential one-stop resource of general knowledge for every young researcher, and the ideal companion to the bestselling Scholastic Children's Dictionary.The Scholastic Children's Encyclopedia is the ultimate research tool for kids 8-12. With more than 600 entries ranging from Aircraft to the Korean War, the Respiratory System to Walt Whitman, this book will serve as an indispensible reference for students.The comprehensive, but completely child friendly structure allows young researchers to find the information they are seeking quickly and easily, and leads them to even more through "See Also" boxes and cross references. The extensive backmatter includes maps of the world, the United States, and time zones, as well as charts citing the