Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia [Hardcover]

Jayne Parsons (Editor)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up

A Newly Revised Reference Work For A New Generation: Here in one volume is an exciting A-Z encyclopedia designed to meet the needs and interests of today's child. First published in 1991, the Dorling Kindersley Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia has now been completely updated. Comprehensive Coverage of Today's World: From science and technology to nature and the living world, from space and the universe to history and the arts, the scope of the Encyclopedia reflects the educational needs of children in the new millennium. The 500 featured entries cover key topics that children will want to look up, while a further 2,000 subentries provide information on a wide range of subjects. In addition, an illustrated 30-page Fact Finder reference section combines artwork and graphics to present statistical information in a visually exciting way. Informative Text and Stunning Images: Packed with over 4,500 full-color photographs, original artwork, and detailed maps and charts, this encyclopedia is the most richly illustrated book of its kind. Close-up photographs of animals and plants, cutaway illustrations of machines and buildings, and reconstructions of past people and places all combine to open up topics in a new and stimulating way. Each page is designed to attract readers at many different levels, while lively informative text communicates in a language that children can understand. Follow A Path Of Discovery: Each A-Z entry is a self-contained topic, but a carefully planned cross-referencing system encourages the reader to travel easily from one related entry to another. This helps children to place information in a wider context and so creates a fascinating series of "journeys".

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Helicopters and hibernation, Nelson Mandela and Medieval Europe, the sun and the Supreme Court. Discover something about everything in the fully revised Dorling Kindersley Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia, featuring more than 4,500 photos and illustrations (that's 1,000 more than the previous edition!), more than 500 alphabetical entries (including 100 new full-page entries), and 2,000 additional subentries on a wide range of topics. In addition, education experts have revised the text to complement the curriculum for 8- to 11-year-olds at Key Stage 2. Web site links, cross-references, digital maps, and up-to-the-minute coverage of world events ensure that children are well equipped to face the 21st century. The text is lucid and packed with relevant, scrupulously researched information. Special features include a "path of discovery" method of cross-referencing, which includes "find out more" boxes, guiding readers to related topics and Web sites. Look up lasers and be pointed to gas, gems and jewelry, light, shops and shopping, and sound recording. Check out Brazil and soon you'll be seeking information on festivals and feasts, forest wildlife, rivers, soccer, and South America. A 30-page "Fact Finder" reference section provides still more detailed information about a variety of subjects, including astronomy, global communications, plant and animal classifications, and J. K. Rowling! This is a superb resource for school and home, worthy of browsing any time. (Ages 8 and older) --Emilie Coulter

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Hardcover: 800 pages
• Publisher: DK CHILDREN; 3 Revised edition (September 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789464985
• ISBN-13: 978-0789464989
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.6 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,229,390 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE!, February 5, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

As a librarian I see lots of Encyclopedias. I was very impressed with this one in particular because it is full of color photos, and children always like pictures with their text. I ordered three copies for my library which have become so popular that I plan to order two more to keep up with the demand. My next goal is to try to get one into each of the seven classrooms in my school!

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars excellent, except questionable age range, December 6, 2003

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carol sodersten (Oak Lawn, IL United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

I bought this with idea of giving it to a 5 year old. Upon arrival, it seemed much too advanced. You have 4 to 8 years. I checked the DK website and they indicated age 8+. The book is great and will go to an older child. This book is so well put together that an adult would benefit by having it for a reference.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An education enthusiast!, September 2, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia (Hardcover)

So many questions were hard to answer when my 2 1/2 year old son started asking me (why do crickets make that noise? etc.) so, I bought this as a reference. Now, we read a section every night and he has so much knowledge from this book. It is very easy to read and has many detailed and colorful pictures (even boring subjects hold your interest!). My son, who is now 3 1/2 tells everyone how the noise is made by crickets rubbing their legs together. I've even learned a few things myself.