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First Children's Encyclopedia

By Ishani Nandi

From tiny bacteria to outer space, discover the surprising secrets connecting everything around us.

informative · colourful · fascinating · accessible

Genres

Non-fiction Science Fiction History

What is First Children's Encyclopedia about?

Explore the world from the tiniest bacteria to the vastness of space in this lively first encyclopedia. Discover how life began, why dinosaurs were so enormous, how the human body works and what makes machines move. Meet ancient Egyptians, explore countries and cultures, learn about animals and plants, and uncover amazing facts about Earth and the universe. Clear explanations, colourful illustrations and fascinating details make this a useful introduction to science, history, nature, people and the world around us.

About the author

Ishani Nandi is a writer and editor who helps young readers discover the world. She has worked on colourful DK books such as First Children’s Encyclopedia, The Pop-up, Pull-out Human Body and Everything You Need to Know About Birds. Her books are packed with fascinating facts, clear explanations and exciting pictures, making learning fun for curious children everywhere.

Pages

312 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

2015

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