DK Children’s Encyclopedia: The Book That Explains Everything

One minute it is Aztecs or ancient Egypt; the next, atoms, insects, coding, or the Moon. DK Children’s Encyclopedia: The Book That Explains Everything gives curious young readers a lively way to explore subjects across science, nature, history, geography, technology, and the arts.

Follow a question—or let one find you

Alphabetical entries make it straightforward to look up a topic, while the broad range invites readers to turn the page and discover something new. From animals and the human body to planets, machines, and civilizations, the book brings many areas of knowledge together in one reference work.

Make connections between subjects

Special “The Story of…” spreads bring related ideas together around themes including colour, clothing, energy, water, and inventions. Cross-references point toward connected topics, helping a single question become a trail of discoveries.

A welcoming reference for young readers

With its accessible, illustrated approach and broad mix of topics, this children’s encyclopedia is suited to curious readers around ages 7–9, as well as families looking for a book to browse together or consult when a question comes up. Choose a familiar subject, follow a “see also” lead, and see where curiosity takes you.