The Encyclopedia of the Peoples of the World

The Encyclopedia of the Peoples of the World
Author: Amiram Gonen
Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
Total Pages: 703
Release: 1993
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9780805022568

Identifies more than two thousand ethnic groups around the world, and discusses each group's culture, social and economic conditions, and politics

Encyclopedia of Home Maintenance and Repair

Encyclopedia of Home Maintenance and Repair
Author: William Perkins Spence
Publisher: Sterling
Total Pages: 548
Release: 2000
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 9780806984575

Want to put and keep your house in tip-top shape, inside and out? Fix the plumbing? Add or maintain electrical fixtures? Upgrade the heat and air-conditioning for better comfort? Repair the roof and mend the exterior wall? Fix a squeaking floor? No matter the task, the more than 600 pages of this fix-it-up encyclopedia provide a wealth of knowledge and photos and drawings that show you how to do everything. Do it yourself, or use the information to judge the value and quality of professional work. Throughout, there's an emphasis on the selection of materials for particular jobs, so you can choose the best ones; on the correct operation of tools; on ways to meet any building codes. Go deep inside the workings of plumbing, including the potable water system, the hot water main, and more. Quickly figure out if you can add to an existing electrical circuit, plus how to replace circuits and repair wiring. Renovate interior walls and ceilings, install home security, improve temperature control, take a furniture workshop, and so much more!

The Cornell Illustrated Encyclopedia of Health

The Cornell Illustrated Encyclopedia of Health
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1312
Release: 2002
Genre: Health
ISBN:

"Reference covering more than 40 areas of mediciine, spanning the entire spectrum of modern health care. Includes latest information on health issues, from anthrax to zinc deficiency"--Publisher's description.

The World Book Encyclopedia

The World Book Encyclopedia
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 554
Release: 2002
Genre: Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN:

An encyclopedia designed especially to meet the needs of elementary, junior high, and senior high school students.

DK Illustrated Family Encyclopedia

DK Illustrated Family Encyclopedia
Author: Dorling Kindersley Publishing
Publisher: Kids Play
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002-09-27
Genre: Children's encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN: 9780789488657

With more than 5,000 articles on topics that children need to understand--from cloning to global warming--this three-volume encyclopedia includes more than 10,000 full-color photos.

The Wonders of Nature

The Wonders of Nature
Author: Ben Hoare
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2019-09-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1465493832

Uncover awe-inspiring stories behind the natural world with this nature book for curious kids aged 6-8. The world is filled with curious objects such as amazing rocks and minerals, microscopic life, plants, animals and more. The wonders of wildlife are so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn! The Wonders of Nature is a stunning nature encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they dive into this collection of 100 remarkable items from the natural world, from orchids to opals and lichens to lizards and so much more! Each plant, animal, and rock is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images. The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding both organisms and gemstones, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out how the prowling jaguar uses spots to avoid being spotted, why a sticky sundew means big trouble for insects, and what on Earth a radiolarian is. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. With reference pages packed with information you’ll go away knowing something you didn’t before, and you’ll return time and again. The Wonders of Nature takes you on a tour of our planet through commonplace-but-incredible objects made by nature itself. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the wonders of nature and wildlife, making this book ideal for inquisitive children aged 6-8 who loves to spot things when exploring outside and wants to know more about the wonderful and mysterious natural world. Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they: - Explore 100 minerals, plants, and animals each with a stunning photographs and illustrations - Reveal fun facts in visual index guides that provide key reference information - Uncover captivating information on the natural history and mythology of a variety of nature’s wonders This nature encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic nature book for children who are obsessed with wildlife and the natural world. Encourage young readers to go on a journey to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn. Explore the vastness of space by uncovering: -Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges -Striking photography & illustrations inside -A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure -A quality gift to be passed down through the generations More in the Series The Wonder’s of Nature is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with Nature’s Treasures or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life.

Children's Encyclopedia of Predators

Children's Encyclopedia of Predators
Author: Alex Woolf
Publisher: Arcturus Children's Reference
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2022-06
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781398814592

Find out more about the lives of some of the world's deadliest predators. Learn how some animals find and chase their prey, and how others use clever ambush strategies, or lure their prey to them. Fact boxes give key information about each animal such as its size, weight, and lifespan. This book is divided into six sections: * Big Cats * Bears and Wolves * Crocodiles * Sharks * Snakes * Spiders For children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Children's Reference Library series uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.