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Fantastic: Our World in Numbers is a DK Children encyclopedia that presents facts through figures across topics including animals, art, Earth, space, history and technology. The listing describes it as aimed at children aged 9–12, with more than 1,000 facts across six thematic chapters.
At a glance
- The listing describes more than 1,000 facts arranged into six thematic chapters and covering over 80 topics.
- Topics listed include Earth, space, history, technology, animals and art.
- The publisher describes illustrated double-page spreads with photographs and graphics.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- A wide spread of subjects gives curious readers several routes into browsing and fact-finding.
- The numeric-fact format and visual spreads may suit children who prefer short, topic-led reading to a continuous narrative.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | DK Children |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 3 Mar. 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 192 pages |
| Reading age | 9 - 12 years |
| ISBN-10 | 0241471184 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241471180 |
| Dimensions | 22.2 x 2.1 x 28.2 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.05 kg |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children aged 9–12 who enjoy browsing facts across varied subjects.
- Families looking for an illustrated reference book that can prompt questions and casual reading.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a focused reference work on one subject, since the listing describes a broad range of topics.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- or five-star categories, but a smaller share is lower. With no written feedback supplied, these ratings do not establish what readers praised or criticised. They offer only a broad, limited indication of customer sentiment about a book presented as an illustrated, wide-ranging fact collection.
Frequently asked questions
What age is this book listed for?
The listed reading age is 9–12 years.
What subjects does it cover?
The listing names topics including animals, art, Earth, space, history and technology, among more than 80 topics.
How is the content organised?
The description says the book contains more than 1,000 facts divided into six thematic chapters, with illustrated double-page spreads.
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