encyclopedias and dictionaries

Presents an introduction to earth sciences, describing the Earth's composition, geography, weather and climates, and more. Includes information on why and how to protect the Earth, plus activities.

Presents a study of the plant world, including what a plant is, what it does for us, how to grow plants in a garden, which ones are endangered and dangerous, and more. Includes activities.

Presents a study of the animal kingdom, including what they eat, where they live, how they raise their young, and describes jobs that work with animals. Includes activities.

Presents an introduction to the visual arts (crafts, painting, sculpture) and performing arts (music and theater). Includes activities.

Provides informational articles arranged in such categories as "World Regions, " "People and Society, " and "History of People.".

A guide to using a dictionary, including print and online dictionaries, and how to read a dictionary entry.

"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." --Provided by publisher.

In 1970s Ohio, Lenny and her younger brother, Davey, who suffers from a rare form of gigantism, cope with his declining health by poring over each installment of Burrell's Build-It-at-Home Encyclopedia Set.

In 1970s Ohio, Lenny and her younger brother, Davey, who suffers from a rare form of gigantism, cope with his declining health by poring over each installment of Burrell's Build-It-at-Home Encyclopedia Set.

A reference encyclopedia that includes activities, key vocabulary, and web links related to numbers, energy and matter, materials, living things, and space.