This treasure trail of discovery breaks the mould of children's encyclopedias Daily Mail

Whether for homework, school projects, or just for fun, you'll find everything you ever wanted to know about anything and more in the DK Children's Illustrated Encyclopedia.

From computers to music, space exploration to the natural world - all the essential subjects are here, plus hundreds of fascinating little-known facts you'll want to learn and share. Newly updated to cover advances in technology, new scientific theories and political, social and ecological changes across the world.

500 A-Z articles on a huge range of subjects
Over 2,000 newly added entries
More than 4,500 amazing photos, artworks and maps
Lists the best internet links under every subject - with ratings
If you're in a hurry - there's a 30-page Fact Finder offering at-a-glance facts on history, science, the world around us and more