"A 7-volume illustrated, alphabetically arranged set that presents profiles of individual nations and other political/geographical units, including an overview of history, geography, economy, people, culture, and government for each. Includes a history of the settlement of each world region based on archaeological findings; a cumulative index; and Web resources"--Provided by publisher.

Full-color maps, photographs, and paintings illustrate a comprehensive reference guide to American history.

Now middle school and high school students have an encyclopedia that gives them all the facts and details on every state in the U.S., including the District of Columbia and U.S. dependencies. Entries cover the geography, history, politics, economy and other facts about each state. Alphabetically arranged entries feature consistent subheadings for each state so students can quickly find comparative information. An index of people, places and subjects...

A comprehensive look at the continent of Africa and the countries that comprise it, including peoples and cultures, the land and its history, art and architecture, and daily life.

Breeding identification, riding techniques, and the proper care for tending to horses are elements of a comprehensive guide about horses and ponies, complete with sidebars, full color photos, helpful tips, and more. The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse and Pony Encyclopedia is a fantastic gift for children who dream of having a horse or pony of their own. There is a clear introduction to the horse followed by chapters explaining horse and pony care, riding...

Contains 2,000 entries ranging from short definitions to major overviews of concepts in all areas of science.

Presents a series of entries for amusing activities and tricks which include such projects as making a paper boomerang, sending a secret message with a rubber band, and building a domino chain with books and junk items.

Updated and reviewed by experts in the field for the most accurate, up-to-date information, this reference book features 2,500 species, 1,000 photos, and more than a dozen maps. Includes fun facts such as the world's tallest animal, the longest living animal on Earth, and even the smelliest--it also contains new, "From the Field" reports highlighting National Geographic explorers working around the world to study and protect every kind of animal,...

"An introduction to Earth, including information about the formation of Earth, geologic processes, landforms, the materials that make up Earth, and weather. Features include drawings, diagrams, photographs, and activities"--Provided by publisher.