This exciting introduction to the world is brimming with facts about our planet and the incredible people and animals who live on it.This encyclopedia for children aged 5-9 is filled with fun facts about space, countries, languages, history, dinosaurs and much more. Encourage early learners to go on a journey and explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids to enjoy for hours.From the Arctic to the Antarctic, get ready to explore the continents. Learn about legends and folklore, world history, and how people live around the globe. Read about creatures from the land, sea, and skies, and delve into the world of the prehistoric!This children's encyclopedia about the world around us offers:Information about everything, with fact-filled chapters on geography, history, space, animals and humans.Detailed content that supports key curriculum subjects for the age group, and includes engaging story-style pages.Fun, friendly, and accessible text which is blended with bright illustrations and photography.My Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is the perfect blend of adorable, simple illustrations with vivid photography and lively text. Find out about the impressive planets far away and the amazing features on earth, from fiery volcanoes to dry deserts. Discover who's who in the animal kingdom. Learn about amazing art and marvellous music. Then say "hello" in lots of languages!More in the SeriesMy Encyclopedia of Very Important Things is part of the educational My Very Important Encyclopedia series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Adventures, teach them about different species with My Encyclopedia of Very Important Animals, or let them walk with the dinosaurs who ruled the earth before them in My Encyclopedia of Very Important Dinosaurs.