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Encyclopedia of life

By Miles Kelly

From prehistoric monsters to human bodies, what surprising secrets connect every living thing?

informative · fascinating · illustrated · wide-ranging

Genres

Non-fiction Animals Nature

What is Encyclopedia of life about?

Explore the amazing variety of life on Earth in this richly illustrated encyclopaedia for curious young readers. Discover prehistoric creatures, fascinating plants, water-dwelling animals, insects, reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and the human body. Easy-to-follow fact files, diagrams, photographs, charts and cross-references explain how living things grow, survive and connect with their surroundings. Along the way, uncover world records, surprising facts and top-ten lists that bring the natural world vividly to life.

About the author

Miles Kelly is a popular children's author and publisher from the UK. He creates fun and fascinating books about animals, space, science, and lots more. His books, including the well-loved '100 Facts' series, are packed with amazing facts and colourful pictures, making learning exciting and enjoyable for curious children everywhere.

Pages

512 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2016

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