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Books with title My First Encyclopedia of Why?

  • My First Encyclopedia of Animals

    Editors of Kingfisher

    Paperback (Kingfisher, April 7, 2020)
    Covering all the main animal groups, and with an introductory chapter on habitats, migration, and conservation, My First Encyclopedia of Animals is the perfect reference for children who are just learning to look up information for the first time. It includes in-depth descriptions of over 125 animal species, and is illustrated throughout with more than 1,500 full-color photographs and illustrations. Information is presented in age-appropriate text with vocabulary pitched for young readers. Cross-reference boxes link related entries, and children will enjoy using them to find their favorite animals throughout the book.
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  • First Encyclopedia of Science

    Rachel Firth, Felicity Brooks, Anna Claybourne

    Hardcover (Usborne Books, Feb. 1, 2011)
    This is an excellent reference for school projects. All major topics are explored. It includes free downloadable pictures. Why do things float? What happens to the food you eat? Find out the answers to these and many more questions in this lively book that introduces young readers to the wonders of science. It comes with simple text, amazing photographs and illustrations, fun science activities and exciting recommended Web sites.
  • First Encyclopedia of Animals

    Paul Dowswell, Judy Tatchell, Fiona Johnson

    Hardcover (Usborne Books, May 1, 2011)
    This is a fantastic new edition of this bright and lively encyclopedia, introducing young readers to the wonders of the animal world. Filled with information on mammals, birds, reptiles, creepy-crawlies and waterlife, this book answers such questions as 'Which animal has a tongue as long as its body?'; 'How does a whale breath?'; 'How does a snake see in the dark?'; and, 'Why do zebras have stripes?'. Simple text, amazing photographs, detailed illustrations and a selection of exciting recommended websites make the subject easy to understand.
  • My First Encyclopedia of Why?

    Sophie Lamoureux

    Spiral-bound (Moonlight Publishing, Nov. 1, 2016)
    Why is a storm noisy? Why do trees lose their leaves in autumn? Why are there mountains? Why do we have a belly button? What are flamingos pink? Why don’t boats sink? Why is seawater salty? This book provides clear answers to many questions that children ask, but also invites them to explore further and to ask many more questions. These clear and concise answers to 150 questions about animals, the human body, and the Earth and sky are accompanied by more than 200 detailed and lifelike illustrations that help children visualize and contextualize the answers. Many of the larger illustrations are labeled, enabling children to build their vocabulary, and there is a quiz at the end of the book.
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  • First Encyclopedia of History

    Fiona Chandler, David Hancock

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2003)
    With an easy-to-read text, this book provides an ideal introduction to history for young children. Intended for school projects it offers links to Internet sites which explore in more detail the topics covered.
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  • My First Encyclopedia of Animals

    Editors of Kingfisher

    Paperback (Kingfisher, July 19, 2011)
    Covering mammals, reptiles, birds, insects, amphibians, and sea creatures, with an introductory chapter on general topics such as habitat, migration, and conservation, The Kingfisher First Encyclopedia of Animals is just the thing for young zoologists on their first research mission. The entries are clearly presented with simple, informative text and more than 1,500 exciting color illustrations and photographs, arranged thematically by animal group. Cross-reference boxes help readers move through the book and find related topics of interest.
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  • First Encyclopedia of History

    Fiona Chandler, David Hancock, Susie McCaffrey

    Hardcover (Usborne Books, May 1, 2011)
    This is a fantastic new edition of this bright and lively encyclopedia, introducing young readers to the wonders of the past. Filled with historical information from the first people, farmers, cities and civilisations all the way to the World Wars and the modern day, this book answers such questions as 'What were the pyramids for?'; 'Who lived in the Forbidden City?'; and, 'When was the World Wide Web invented?'. Simple text, amazing photographs, detailed illustrations and a selection of exciting recommended websites make the subject easy to understand.
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  • First Encyclopedia of Seas & Oceans

    Ben Denne, David Hancock

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Discusses the world's oceans, the animals that live in them, and the threats they face from overfishing, pollution, and global warming.
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  • First Earth Encyclopedia

    DK Publishing

    Hardcover (DK Children, Nov. 29, 2010)
    Covering the essential curriculum areas of human geography, physical geography, geology, and ecology, First Earth Encyclopedia is a comprehensive introduction to the world around us. The engaging style of DK's First Reference series is applied to such topics as where and how people live, how to use maps, weather, world environments, and the changing climate β€” inspiring younger readers to think about their own place in the world. With superb artwork, straightforward text, buttons, and quizzes, First Earth Encyclopedia makes our world simple to understand.
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  • DK First Encyclopedia

    DK Publishing

    Hardcover (DK CHILDREN, July 1, 2002)
    A perfect starting point for young readers. The First Encyclopedia is an ideal first reference book for young minds eager to learn about the world around them, and an engaging way to encourage exploration and self-guided learning. With captivating full-color photographs and easy-to-read text, the book covers topics including history, geography, animals, plants, people, science, and space β€” and makes the perfect springboard for further investigation.
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  • My First Encyclopedia

    Editors of Publications International Ltd.

    Hardcover (Publications International, July 15, 2003)
    My First Encyclopedia is the perfect all-around reference book to start young children off on a lifetime of learning. Children can look up topics ranging from dinosaurs to food and find helpful explanations that are written to just the right age level. Colorful illustrations and eye-catching photography help explain each subject. Also in the series: My First Phonics Dictionary, My First Atlas, My First Book of Animals, My First Dictionary, My First 1000 Words, and My First English-Spanish Picture Dictionary
  • First Encyclopedia of Space

    Paul Dowswell, Gary Bines, David Hancock, Keith Newell, Helen Wood

    Paperback (Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2010)
    Provides information on astronomy, including telescopes, space travel, and the solar system.
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