This book is part of a book series called Little Encyclopedias .

This book has been graded for interest at 9-12 years.

There are 160 pages in this book. This is a reference book. This book was published 2001 by Kingfisher .

RUTH THOMSON is a highly experienced author and editor of children's books. She has an MA in Museum and Gallery Education. Angela Wilkes, an award-winning writer and editor, is renowned for lively, engaging books that children read over and over again. She excels in presenting information in an original and straightforward way - a gift that has been recognized by children and parents alike across the world. Story editor, Anne Civardi, is a London-based sculptor and children's book author and editor. John Grisewood graduated from Oxford University, England. His early career was in children's magazines. He compiled and edited numerous reference books including The Kingfisher Illustrated Thesaurus and The Kingfisher Illustrated Dictionary.