Your World - Hardcover

Wilkes, Angela

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0753452170 ISBN 13: 9780753452172

Publisher: Kingfisher, 1999

Your World is designed to help today's youngsters find the answers to their many questions, either by themselves, or with the help of a parent or educator. With its thematic arrangement, Your World is fun and intuitive to use. Information is presented in context, a vital aid to comprehension for this age group. Many join-in activities and simple experiments - such as making a miniature erupting volcano or creating an imitation aquarium - invite participation. From Prehistoric Life to People and Places, and from Transportation to The Universe, the book covers all the subjects that spark a child's curiosity. Simple captions, step-by-step illustrations, clear text, and an easy-to-read index make this a book for children to grow with, and one that will prepare them for the next level of reference and nonfiction books.

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About the Author:

Angela Wilkes is an award-winning writer and editor renowned for lively, engaging books children read over and over again. She excels in presenting information in an original and straightforward way -- a gift that has been recognized by children and parents alike across the world. Her long list of titles spans a diverse range of topics including My First Nature Book, Simple Science, The Big Book of Dinosaurs, My World, Your World, and The Best Book of Ballet.

From School Library Journal:

Kindergarten-Grade 2-This single-volume encyclopedia explores the kinds of subjects that youngsters love to investigate. Many commonly asked questions are answered with clear and simple explanations. Newly independent readers will be able to handle most of the text on their own. The book will also appeal to browsers as several illustrations appear on every double-page spread. Rendered by more than 100 different artists, the pictures are engaging and colorful. The book is arranged thematically with sections about the universe, the environment, prehistoric life, plants, animals, the human body, people and places, transportation, and physical science. Each section contains suggestions for activities and projects suitable for this audience. Sure to be popular.
Elizabeth Stumpf, Clearfield Middle School, PA
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