almanacs

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.

"Packed with intriguing questions and answers, thought-provoking quotes, and fascinating "did-you-know?" boxes, the World War II Fact Book is a new way to find out about the most destructive conflict in history. Test your knowledge of the war's strategy, battles, spies, weapson, and commanders - or learn new facts about the war and its consequences" (publisher).

Provides facts, figures, and statistics on a variety of topics, covering animals, buildings, holidays, crime, music, government, weather, and more.

A farmer's almanac geared toward young children that explores topics relating to the environment and world culture and contains activities and color photographs throughout.

The 2006 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.

A combination of practical tips and entertainment that includes weather forecasts for the year 2004, daily astronomical data, consumer trend predictions, plant remedies, true stories, and features on several other assorted topics from history to the household.

Presents information on mathematics, science, the fine arts, grammar, etiquette, religion, sports, and other topics.

Provides information on thirty-eight topics of particular interest to kids, including animals, computers, health, movies, and books; and features fun facts, puzzles, games, activities, jokes, maps, flags, and photographs.

Presents facts, statistics, dates, and other information for the year 2010, noting significant news stories and people and covering topics in over forty alphabetized categories from astronomy to writing and language, and includes a photographic review of the year.

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.