If our world is full of questions, then this book has the answers! Smart-opedia: The Amazing Book About Everything is about ... well ... everything!

From life under the sea to the art of the Renaissance, from your five senses and human rights to life in ancient Egypt, readers can expect to be fascinated at each turn of the page.

Four main sections ("The World around Us," "Life," "History" and "Genius") cover over 85 entertaining and thought-provoking subjects on almost everything imaginable. Special features in each chapter abound: "Food for Thought" introductions offer myths, legends, famous quotes and historical facts; "Kids' Questions" add extra information; "Mini-biographies" bring significant historical figures to light; and "Timelines" clearly explain how we got from then to now. Information bubbles supply snappy statistics. "Know-It-All News" features throughout the book focus on significant subjects such as the discovery of new medicines from plants, life on board the International Space Station, the history of the circus and the invention of the modern robot. A comprehensive index is included.

From ancient mythology to modern technology and everything in between, this lively and clearly organized world-in-a-book will be a well-loved and well-worn library addition.

Ages 8-12.