Book: Hardcover | 8.81 x 11.18in | 304 pages | ISBN 9780789483300 | 21 Apr 2003 | Dorling Kindersley | 0 - 17 years
With its up to the moment content and engaging style, this major reference book is an essential resource that helps
children relate today's news to the events of the past. Focusing on the who, what, when, where, and how, DK's
Children's Encyclopedia of American History is published in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution to present
a completely unique survey of the story of America. Featuring more than 1,000 stunning photographs, maps, charts,
and profiles of famous Americans, this book has been painstakingly designed with a cuttingedge visual style to pull in
even the most reluctant readers.
Awards and Notable lists:
Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award 2004
Learning Magaine 2004 Teachers' Choice Award for Children's Books
"This encyclopedia is highly accessible and appealing..."
-VOYA
"...a visually enticing and textually fascinating survey."
-School Library Journal