Encyclopedia

The Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World History
$19.99
This is a well-written resource that I think should be a part of every collection. I find that everyone in the family (including myself) opens it to look up one thing and then ends up reading page after page for enjoyment. (Yes, we are kinda geeky like that!)

The book is well-organized and indexed. It include color coding to indicate the region of the world where the events took place and timelines on almost every page. The book also includes bits of science and a lot of culture which helps to make it both well-rounded and intriguing. Although it is intended as a reference book, it contains enough interesting information and gorgeous pictures to make it enjoyable reading.

My son who reads on a 2nd grade level is able to read much of the book and is not intimidated by it -which is partly due to a nice (comfortable) font size and the illustrations on every page.

I am THRILLED with our purchase of this book!

Britannica Concise Encyclopedia
$59.95
excellent value; easy to understand explanations; i will buy this again when it undergoes another revision.
the illustrations are very good--including the color rendition.
excellent reference to have on hand for the home-schooler!

Encyclopedia Britannica 2009 Deluxe
$29.99
I purchased this for my 10 year old grandson, I know that it will help him with his school work!

Encyclopedia Britannica: With 2004 Book of the Year (Britannica Books)
$995.00
I have always considered this to be the best encyclopedia available to the consumer. It is available in printed and in CD-ROM formats. One person actually read the entire encyclopedia. It takes about 15 months reading about 8 hours per day. The information is awesome. Many technical topics are covered in layperson's language.

Encyclopedia (Memorial 328/1)