almanacs

A reference book with twelve chapters on subjects of particular interest to children : what kids think, problems, odd facts, law, people, body and mind, sports, money and work, animals, science, arts and communication.

Contains facts, photographs, and maps that provide readers with information on animals, cultures, famous landmarks, science, the future, and many other topics.

Presents news stories and information from around the world, arranged alphabetically by topics such as animals, math, science, and weather, with maps, photographs, puzzles, quizzes, and trivia.

The 2013 edition of the classic annual guide to astronomical and sky sightings, weather forecasts, planting tables, gardening tips, and other ideas and advice on a variety of topics.

Provides information about the United States, presenting a profile of the country; featuring detailed portraits of the fifty states and all the territories; and including comparative rankings of the states in a variety of areas such as climate, crime, and economy.

Presents a day-by-day directory of special days, weeks, and months during the year 2007, including historical anniversaries, astronomical phenomena, worldwide festivals, sporting events, national and international holidays, and celebrity birthdays. Includes a guide to milestone anniversaries in 2007, a selection of date-related references, and a searchable CD-ROM.

Contains statistics, facts, lists, and stories that provide information on over forty topics of interest to kids, including science, technology, birthdays, fashion, disasters, and money; and features photographs, maps, charts, lists, and quizzes.

Contains thousands of facts, statistics, and trivia on a variety of subjects, such as science, economics, sports, arts, and media.

Features facts and statistics about the countries and regions of the world, and includes color maps, photographs, diagrams, and illustrations.