The World Almanac for Kids 1998 (Paper)

An updated edition of the popular young reader's reference is filled with information on hundreds of fascinating topics, including current events, sports, entertainment, health, and science, accompanied by hundreds of illustrations, full-color maps, charts, and more. Simultaneous. 100,000 first printing."

Logically organized with puzzles and activities scattered among the facts and timelines, The World Almanac for Kids is a thorough and entertaining version of this classic reference tool. Inquiring kids might look up the U.S. trade balance, the constellations, or a map of Idaho. Perhaps they'll try the geography crossword puzzle, check for basic descriptions of major religions, or just wander through and find out about things they hadn't considered looking up. A wonderful reference source, The World Almanac for Kids is also great entertainment in its own right.