Books in Culture Encyclopedia series

This book is for ages 8-10. The lively, authentic drawings and descriptive paragraphs of this book tell why Hawaiian coral reefs are unique and environmentally important. Boasting some of the world's most richly coloured animals, the Hawaiian reefs are home to many found nowhere else on earth. The author depicts 100 animals and reef plants, lists their Hawaiian, English and scientific names, and helps the reader to understand why the fragile coral reefs must be protected and how each of us can help.

Your World is designed to help today's youngsters find the answers to their many questions, either by themselves, or with the help of a parent or educator. With its thematic arrangement, Your World is fun and intuitive to use. Information is presented in context, a vital aid to comprehension for this age group. Many join-in activities and simple experiments - such as making a miniature erupting volcano or creating an imitation aquarium - invite participation. From Prehistoric Life to People and Places, and from Transportation to The Universe, the book covers all the subjects that spark a child's curiosity. Simple captions, step-by-step illustrations, clear text, and an easy-to-read index make this a book for children to grow with, and one that will prepare them for the next level of reference and nonfiction books.