Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Volumes: 17 volumes - Pages: 64 each - 2006
Format: pdf
Size: 84 mb


Was the "Trojan horse" really a horse? What is inside a camel's hump? When?...How?...Why?...Why not?...? This amazing single volume is a treasure trove of information and will provide the answers to these questions and more. Specially written for children ages 6 -12 covering an array of subjects children just long to learn about like space, animals, and places around the world. The book has over 500 pages and is divided into 17 wonderful sections with over 900 photos and illustrations. Within each section the articles have Did you Know? tabs which are fun facts related to the topics. A further great feature is Search Light this asks questions which will clearly see if the young learner has an understanding of the article they are reading - the answer can be found in an inverted colour coded box at the foot of each page. This is an absolute must for any child's book collection.


Special Features Include:

* "Search Light" Activities - Comprehension items check a child's understanding of the article. Answers are provided in an inverted color-coded box.

* "Did You Know?" - Fun facts related to topics provide additional information.

* Cross References - Most references can be found in other volumes, encouraging further research.

* Bold-Faced Words - Bold-faced words indicate a glossary entry. A glossary is located at the back of each volume.



Contents


Volume 1: Exploring Space
Volume 2: Planet Earth
Volume 3: Science and Nature
Volume 4: Technology and Inventions
Volume 5: The Arts
Volume 6: Wildlife Wonders
Volume 7: Legends, Myths and Folktales
Volume 8: Religions Around the World
Volume 9: Remarkable People in History
Volume 10: Views of Europe
Volume 11: Views of Asia, Australia and New Zealand
Volume 12: Views of Africa
Volume 13: Views of the Americas
Volume 14: Food Plants
Volume 15: Creatures of the Water
Volume 16: Artists Around the World
Volume 17: Familiar Animals