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Things You Need to Know: A Kid's Encyclopedia to Explain the World book cover by DK
Hardcover

Things You Need to Know: A Kid's Encyclopedia to Explain the World

by DK

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Hardcover · 176 pages DK · 2026

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Things You Need to Know

Answer the biggest questions about how everything works with this modern visual encyclopedia offering interesting facts for curious minds aged 7 to 9.

Ever wondered how we see light, what caused the Big Bang, or what art really is? Things You Need to Know takes young readers on a bold journey through space, science, Earth, nature, and global culture. Blending trusted expertise with an energetic, highly accessible design, this book of facts breathes new life into the subjects children love most.

Perfect for young learners, this mind-expanding read features:
  • Bite-sized text and exciting page layouts gently introduce complex STEM topics so children stay engaged without feeling overwhelmed.
  • Trustworthy insights from world-class experts ensure all general knowledge is accurate and highly relevant.
  • A bold and energetic visual style captures the imagination while bringing the wonders of the Universe, forces of nature, and human history to life.

A brilliant gift for 7-9-year-olds who constantly ask "why", this book turns their everyday curiosity into a lifelong love of learning.

Details

Publisher
DK
Author
DK
Format
Hardcover
Published
Nov 10, 2026
ISBN-13
9798217309214
Pages
176
Carton quantity
12 copies
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