National Geographic Little Kids First Encyclopedia of Almost Everything

Hardcover
$19.99 US
On sale Sep 23, 2025 | 272 Pages | 9781426374029

From the trusted experts behind the pioneering Little Kids First Big Books reference series, this vibrantly illustrated children’s encyclopedia bursts with cool facts about animals, dinosaurs, space, science, history, weather, rocks and minerals, and so much more!

Jam-packed with stunning photos, engaging illustrations, and lively, age-appropriate text, this beginner encyclopedia is the ultimate reference book for early learners and their families. Inside you’ll find: 

  • Tons of kid-friendly facts about the topics that little explorers are curious about, including bugs, volcanoes, planets, tornadoes, mammals, mummies, reptiles, rockets, the human body, and more! 
  • More than 700 colorful photographs and illustrations that help bring concepts to life 
  • Simple diagrams that help explain concepts such how the human body works, the layers of Earth’s atmosphere, how plants grow, how electricity gets to your home, what a colony on Mars might look like one day, and other important things that will keep children engrossed and entertained 
  • Lively, age-appropriate text for shared reading or reading alone 
  • Parent tips for extending the fun of discovery beyond the book 
  • And so much more! 

Created in consultation with an early childhood education specialist and vetted by content experts, so parents can be sure their children are getting quality content at an age-appropriate level. It’s the perfect book for curious kids who want to know more about everything!
National Geographic Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book and series is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists. View titles by National Geographic Kids

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From the trusted experts behind the pioneering Little Kids First Big Books reference series, this vibrantly illustrated children’s encyclopedia bursts with cool facts about animals, dinosaurs, space, science, history, weather, rocks and minerals, and so much more!

Jam-packed with stunning photos, engaging illustrations, and lively, age-appropriate text, this beginner encyclopedia is the ultimate reference book for early learners and their families. Inside you’ll find: 

  • Tons of kid-friendly facts about the topics that little explorers are curious about, including bugs, volcanoes, planets, tornadoes, mammals, mummies, reptiles, rockets, the human body, and more! 
  • More than 700 colorful photographs and illustrations that help bring concepts to life 
  • Simple diagrams that help explain concepts such how the human body works, the layers of Earth’s atmosphere, how plants grow, how electricity gets to your home, what a colony on Mars might look like one day, and other important things that will keep children engrossed and entertained 
  • Lively, age-appropriate text for shared reading or reading alone 
  • Parent tips for extending the fun of discovery beyond the book 
  • And so much more! 

Created in consultation with an early childhood education specialist and vetted by content experts, so parents can be sure their children are getting quality content at an age-appropriate level. It’s the perfect book for curious kids who want to know more about everything!

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National Geographic Kids inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book and series is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists. View titles by National Geographic Kids

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