This picture encyclopedia contains 145 key subjects in an A-Z listing, and 1500 sub-entries. Using photographs, artworks and maps, the book aims to engage a child's imagination, encourage a love of reading and stimulate inquisitive minds to find out more. It covers five key areas: the world of nature, science and technology, life in the past, life today and continents of the world. The entries include subjects such as dinosaurs, cars, sports, pirates and space.