encyclopedias and dictionaries

An A to Z collection of information on nearly forty topics. This almanac focuses on observing trends and providing context.

A young reader explains what a dictionary is, and how it is used to learn about words.

Presents alphabetically arranged entries of "The New Encyclopaedia Britannica: Micropaedia, Ready Reference," which covers people, places, things, and ideas from a-ak through Thomas Bayes; and includes illustrations and cross-references.

Ammon Shea provides an account of his experiences reading the entire "Oxford English Dictionary" over the course of one year, and shares a smidgeon of what he learned about words from the vast text.

Ilustrated encyclopedia explores topics in the universe, earth, human body, history, and much more.

Contains an A to Z collection of information on nearly forty topics including such topics as astronomy, geography, inventors, sports, and transportation.

Emily Elizabeth and Clifford share with young readers fun facts they've learned about the human body, caring for pets, the seasons, recycling, and much more.

A general elementary encyclopedia with brief illustrated articles covering an alphabetical array of topics.

"A 22-volume, highly illustrated, A-Z general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use World Book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index"--.

"A 22-volume, highly illustrated, A-Z general encyclopedia for all ages, featuring sections on how to use World Book, other research aids, pronunciation key, a student guide to better writing, speaking, and research skills, and comprehensive index. The World Book editorial staff presents information from the vast reservoir of knowledge in the most accessible and usable form. Editors design World Book articles especially to meet the reference and study needs of students in elementary school, junior high school, and high school."--Provided by publisher.