Encyclopedia of Planet Earth Claybourne, Anna and Doherty, Gill

Usborne Encyclopedias

by Anna Claybourne

Encyclopedia of Planet Earth An introduction to physical geography including information on the climate, volcanoes, erosion, the weather, ecosystems and humans. It is illustrated with photographs, maps, and diagrams that can capture the imagination of young readers. It also comes with internet links to recommended websites with maps, quizzes, games and homework information. Full description

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Childrens, Reference

160 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Freelance children’s writer and editor, based in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Anna Claybourne writes children's information books on all kinds of topics: science experiments, ancient history, the human body, things to make, the environment, robots, evolution, art, fashion, Shakespeare and many more - as well as retellings of myths, legends and Shakespeare plays, and rhyming stories.

She studied English literature at university, but has always been interested in science, technology and art and design as well. She loves making and crafting, especially sewing, and her house is full of fabrics, craft materials, tools and books. Other interests and passions include camping, cats, outdoor swimming, news and politics, and music - she plays the trombone and has played in many different bands and orchestras, including performing live on a John Peel session in 2002 with Scottish band Ballboy.

Anna was born and grew up in Yorkshire, but has also lived in Canada as a student, Iceland as an au pair, and Costa Rica as a conservation volunteer, where she saw tarantulas, tapirs, monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and giant katydids. She now lives in Edinburgh with her two children and two cats, Skye and Socks.

Reviews

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great elementary level reference book about the earth.

[Bookworm86 · Rating 5 out of 5]

A fascinating book filled with beautiful illustrations and photos and rammed full of intriguing facts about the planet we love on.

[Renee Haug · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this with my daughter as part of her 6th grade curriculum. It was easy to read and understand. We both learned from it.

[Confused Hamburger · Rating 3 out of 5]

I knew all of the information presented in this book already, so it wasn't really an entertaining read. However, if you're a beginner who wants to find out stuff about Earth, then this book is probably a good choice for you.

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of information presented in an interesting way. The pictures are top-notch!