Britannica All New Kids’ Encyclopedia: What We Know & What We Don’t

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Description

Brief Description:

The first new children’s Britannica encyclopedia to be published in more than eight years, with all new material, specially commissioned illustrations, and awe-inspiring information from world-experts across all aspects of knowledge

Biographical Note:

Christopher Lloyd graduated with a double-first class degree in history from Cambridge University. Christopher became Technology Editor with The Sunday Times newspaper in London and is now a bestselling author of more than fifteen books on world history including What on Earth Happened? (Bloomsbury), the series of What on Earth Timeline Wallbooks, Absolutely Everything! and more. He is in great demand as a lecturer and public speaker throughout the world, including at TEDx talks, conferences, educational seminars, museums, festivals and schools.

J. E. Luebering is Executive Editor of Encyclopaedia Britannica. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.

Description for Sales People:

  • Britannica’s triumphant return to printed books in partnership with What on Earth Books is a major publishing event
  • A perfect family encyclopedia
  • 424 pages of mind-boggling facts you can trust – real experts have written every entry
  • All brand new content and illustrations, including photography and infographics
  • Covers all essential topics, e.g., the universe, Earth, animals and ancient history

Review Quotes:

“A book of wonders and a wonderful book!” – Anthony Horowitz

“Well-illustrated and info-packed, this is a wonderful encyclopedia for the curious kids in all our lives.” – Mary Pope Osborne

“An amazing, colourful collection of fantastic facts.” – Jacqueline Wilson

“A refreshing transparency distinguishes Britannica’s All New Kids’ Encyclopedia, from the ultrasmart subtitle to the mini profiles of its experts. Visually driven, with factoids, lists, infographics, even quizzes.” – The New York Times, Holiday Gift Guide 2020

“This exciting single-volume compendium ranges across time and space, and it’s packed with pictures.” – Meghan Cox Gurdon, The Wall Street Journal

“Tech-free educational fun.” – Asia McLain, BuzzFeed

Chock full of fun and fascinating facts and brimming with explanations that get kids asking for more.” – Janelle Randazza, USA Today

“This book can be used for fun information learning but could also be a great resource for a homeschooling parent for unit studies. The book can be used for readers as young as 10 years old and can easily be enjoyed by adults.” – Youth Services Book Review

Brief Description:

“With more than 100 experts in their fields, including space, animals, wars, mummies, brain science, and many, many more!”

Brief Description:

“With more than 100 expert consultants from around the world, and over 1000 images, including specially commissioned illustrations and stunning photography, this single-volume encyclopedia for kids takes Britannica’s reputation for authentic, trustworthy information and brings it to a whole new audience.”–Provided by publisher.

Contributor Bio:  Lloyd, Christopher
Christopher Lloyd graduated with a double-first class degree in history from Cambridge University. Christopher became Technology Editor with The Sunday Times newspaper in London and is now a bestselling author of more than fifteen books on world history including What on Earth Happened? (Bloomsbury), the series of What on Earth Timeline Wallbooks, Absolutely Everything! and more. He is in great demand as a lecturer and public speaker throughout the world, including at TEDx talks, conferences, educational seminars, museums, festivals and schools. Christopher Lloyd lives in Tonbridge, UK.

Contributor Bio:  Luebering, J E
J. E. Luebering is Executive Editor of Encyclopaedia Britannica and he lives in Chicago, Illinois.

Contributor Bio:  Britannica Group
Britannica Group is a global education leader with over 250 years of dedication to seeking out facts and providing insight into the mysteries of the universe. Its beloved Encyclopaedia Britannica is the world’s oldest English-language general encyclopedia, first published in 1768 in Edinburgh, Scotland. Today, Britannica continues to create innovative and engaging learning experiences through books, digital content and educational tools. Over three thousand expert contributors have helped make Britannica what it is today, including former U.S. presidents, professional athletes, Nobel laureates, and Pulitzer Prize winners. Britannica’s mission to inspire curiosity and the joy of learning helps build the world’s future thinkers and innovators. They are based in Chicago, Illinois.

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