The World Almanac for Kids

. World Almanac Books, $11.95 (335pp) ISBN 978-0-88687-929-7

Facts Unlimited Kids who can't get enough information will appreciate these new companions. Perennially updated, The World Almanac for Kids 2005 teems with information on a global scale, in the categories of arts, sciences, athletics, government, mythology and more. Photos and facts about current pop-culture faves, news and election coverage as well as games and puzzles appear in an inviting design with blocks of text arranged by theme. (July) .

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