The 2026 World Book Encyclopedia continues its long-standing legacy as the only general-reference, A-Z printed encyclopedia still being published today. Spanning 22 volumes, it is designed to be accessible to learners of all ages—from school-aged children (9–18) to adults—providing authoritative and easy-to-read content.
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ISBN: 978-0-7166-0126-5
Pages: 14,000+
Copyright: 2026
This year’s Spinescape® commemorates the centennial of the Golden Age of Jazz, celebrating the rich tapestry of music and dance that flourished in the 1920s.
As the only general reference encyclopedia still published today, The World Book Encyclopedia 2025 provides authoritative content on almost every topic to learners of all ages, from school-age readers (9-18) to adults. Whether you are looking up information to understand a subject or checking a fact for a homework assignment, tens of thousands of index entries make it easy to find information. Abundant colorful photos, illustrations, and maps supplement the easy-to-read text.
SKU: 10054
ISBN: 978-0-7166-0125-8
Pages: 14,000+
Copyright: 2025
This year’s Spinescape® was specifically selected because sharks have been a high-interest topic for students K-12, and World Book has a desire to support shark conservation. “There are a lot of misconceptions about sharks out there,” says Tom Evans, World Book’s Editor in Chief. “Sharks have the reputation of attacking human beings. But fewer than 80 shark attacks a year are reported throughout the world,” adds Tom.
SKU: 10050
ISBN: 978-0-7166-0123-4
Pages: 14,000+
Copyright: 2023
Trim Size: 18.415 cm x 24.765 cm
Ideal for newly independent readers, reluctant readers, and students learning English (ESL), Discovery Encyclopedia is an up-to-date and engaging general A-Z encyclopedia
Original illustrations combined with contemporary photos seize readers’ attention
Creative activities employ ordinary household items to engage children in hands-on learning
Children will encounter myths, stories, and poetry alongside easy-to-read nonfiction text
Topics range from the universe to the backyard, from art to numbers, from travel to technology
10″ x 7.08″
Hardbound
10 Volumes
The field is set. The whistle is blown. The ball is in play. Game on! This series introduces readers to a variety of popular sports. They’ll learn about the rules, positions, and history behind sports such as basketball, football, golf, hockey, soccer, and more!
This series is jam-packed with need-to-know biology concepts alongside exciting physics facts and practical examples that will get students thinking.
Add some fun to young readers’ academic routines with Aha Academy and explore the fun side of physics! With everything students need to know plus brilliant biographies, amazing cross-curricular links, and inspiring career connections, this fun, fact-packed series will keep readers entertained and informed.
10.5″x8.25″
Hardbound
10 Volumes
This series is jam-packed with need-to-know biology concepts, exciting facts, and practical examples that will get students thinking.
Add some fun to young readers’ academic routines with Aha! Academy! With everything students need to know plus brilliant biographies, amazing cross-curricular links, and inspiring career connections, this fun, fact-packed series will keep readers entertained and informed.
10.5″ x 8.25″
Hardbound
10 Volumes
This series serves up another portion of kids’ favorite brands. In Food Brands We Love, young readers will enjoy learning the backstories of all their favorite brands.
Join Norrie the puffin on an adventure around the world! Readers will be introduced to the cities of the world as they journey around the globe. Together, readers and Norrie will follow clues and solve puzzles to find stunning landmarks! This series helps introduce readers to cities and cultures around the world, all while inviting them to engage with the text through interactive puzzle-solving. Alongside Norrie, they’ll explore London, Buenos Aires, Beijing, Cape Town, Sydney, Vancouver, Rome, Chicago, Shanghai, and New York City!
Today’s most popular brands have given us iconic movies, exciting video games, and beloved toys. Some brands affect our lives in ways we don’t even realize. The Our Favorite Brands series looks at brands’ histories, their merchandise, and the ways they touch lives around the world.
Readers are given a behind-the-scenes tour of the technology they use every day and an introduction to how to create code themselves!
Scaffolded content introduces readers to the basics of computer science and helps them develop a deeper understanding of the way computers and the internet work.
Simple parallels between real-world scenarios (such as baking a cake!) and computer skills aid readers in quickly grasping new and complex topics.
Timely titles include artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and semiconductors.
10.25″ x 8.25″
Hardbound
10 volumes
Uncover the mysteries of life with the wildest bunch of friends. For the red panda, Fin the goldfish, and Root the plant take readers on a journey of learning through the world of biology, from cells to organ systems and animals to ecosystems.
Featuring fun characters, hands-on activities, and cutting-edge technology to keep readers engaged.
10.25″x8.25″
Hardbound
10 Volumes
Are UFO’s spaceships from other planets? Do dogs understand people’s feelings? Who was the first female comic book superhero? The third set of True or False? is here with answers to these questions and more! The True or False? series reveals the surprising truths behind common misconceptions and teaches the coolest facts about high-interest topics, from UFO’s to dogs, comic books, robots, pop music, and more! The engaging, play-along format makes learning exciting!
Expanding on the fundamentals, Building Blocks of Math 2 introduces young learners to more complex mathematical ideas, including units of measurement, fractions, data and statistics, decimals, expressions and equations, geometry, geometric measurement, operations and whole numbers, ratios and proportions, and whole numbers. This engaging series uses narrative, with entertaining parodies of Alice in Wonderland and the Wizard of Oz, to make learning fun. Integrated math problems and “Show What You Know” sections with answer keys provide opportunities for practice and skill demonstration.
Spark a love for physics in young learners with the Building Blocks of Physical Science series! Dive into exciting topics like electricity, energy, force, motion, heat, light, magnetism, gravity, matter, and sound. Colorful illustrations, fun characters, and a graphic novel style make even tricky science ideas easy to grasp. Plus, discover the inspiring stories of scientists like Nikola Tesla, Isaac Newton, and Marie Curie!
This colorful graphic novel uses illustrations to help introduce big concepts to readers. A handy timeline of chemical discoveries helps extend the learning by introducing the history of chemistry. To explore more of the reactive world of chemistry, check out other titles in the Building Blocks of Chemistry series!
This graphic book-style series offer readers a visual learning experience with unconventional characters designed to make complex science topics fun and easy to understand. Each book pairs humour with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable.
Explains the basics of physical geography and earth science to young readers. Stresses the importance of environmentalism and protecting our planet.
Help support readers’ English development with Building Blocks of English!
Readers will build literacy and language skills as they enjoy fun, narrative stories! By using the Building Blocks Series’ signature comic-book style, readers will have a blast as they meet fun characters in engaging stories! Perfect for classroom use and at-home learning, this series offers and exciting educational journey for elementary-aged readers and English language learners!
