Linda in MO
11-16-2006, 10:57 AM
I read about this book in the latest issue of Family Fun magazine. I think I'll get it for my 10 year old.
http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/0756621593.01._AA180_SCLZZZZZZZ_V40882114_.jpg
Book Description from amazon...
Teens, parents, teachers, and readers of all ages: It's time for a reference-book revolution! And PICK ME UP is here to do just that-revolutionize the way kids and teens learn about history, science, nature, and culture outside of the classroom. Taking cues from the internet, video games, and television, PICK ME UP appeals to modern kids and teens. The book is organized like a miscellany, inspired by the internet, styled like a video game, and informed by pop culture. It's filled with fun information about history science, nature, geography and culture-everything kids want and need to know. On page 42, you can find the meaning of life! What would do more damage to a kitchen floor: a lady in stilettos or a 3 ton elephant? Pg. 117 reveals the shocking answer. Was Beethoven a punk? Check pg. 21. There are 885 native speakers of Mandarin Chinese. But how many people speak Bangali? See pg. 54. How many new species of fish are discovered each week? Report to pg. 203 and find out. What would a Viking girl post on her blog? Pg. 64 makes some excellent suggestions.
Kids need reliable, captivating reference books, but reading remains a hard sell. Instead of fighting against the multimedia diversions of the modern world, the creators of PICK ME UP chose to offer kids a book that mirrors that world. With a completely fun and modern design, a dizzying lenticular cover (because readers DO choose books by their covers!), and smart, witty writing, PICK ME UP appeals to voracious AND reluctant readers.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0756621593/ref=pd_rvi_gw_3/103-8098828-5227847
Last year I bought him this book and it's great.
http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/0789402017.01._AA240_SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg
Book description from amazon...
A delightful, attractive look at children from around the world. The authors spent two years meeting and photographing youngsters from every continent and more than 140 countries. The volume is divided by continent, which is introduced with photos of children, their names, and nationalities. Then a double-page spread features pictures of each child's food, eating utensils, housing, school, friends, and family. The text gives the young people a chance to comment on their favorite games, friends, and hopes for the future. The final section includes excerpts from the Kindersleys' travel diary. This book is factual, respectful, and insightful. It provides just the right balance of information and visual interest for the intended audience.?
http://www.amazon.com/Children-Just-Like-Anabel-Kindersley/dp/0789402017/sr=1-1/qid=1163699089/ref=pd_bbs_1/103-8098828-5227847?ie=UTF8&s=books
Anyone else have any good kid's books they'd like to add to this thread?
http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/0756621593.01._AA180_SCLZZZZZZZ_V40882114_.jpg
Book Description from amazon...
Teens, parents, teachers, and readers of all ages: It's time for a reference-book revolution! And PICK ME UP is here to do just that-revolutionize the way kids and teens learn about history, science, nature, and culture outside of the classroom. Taking cues from the internet, video games, and television, PICK ME UP appeals to modern kids and teens. The book is organized like a miscellany, inspired by the internet, styled like a video game, and informed by pop culture. It's filled with fun information about history science, nature, geography and culture-everything kids want and need to know. On page 42, you can find the meaning of life! What would do more damage to a kitchen floor: a lady in stilettos or a 3 ton elephant? Pg. 117 reveals the shocking answer. Was Beethoven a punk? Check pg. 21. There are 885 native speakers of Mandarin Chinese. But how many people speak Bangali? See pg. 54. How many new species of fish are discovered each week? Report to pg. 203 and find out. What would a Viking girl post on her blog? Pg. 64 makes some excellent suggestions.
Kids need reliable, captivating reference books, but reading remains a hard sell. Instead of fighting against the multimedia diversions of the modern world, the creators of PICK ME UP chose to offer kids a book that mirrors that world. With a completely fun and modern design, a dizzying lenticular cover (because readers DO choose books by their covers!), and smart, witty writing, PICK ME UP appeals to voracious AND reluctant readers.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0756621593/ref=pd_rvi_gw_3/103-8098828-5227847
Last year I bought him this book and it's great.
http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/P/0789402017.01._AA240_SCLZZZZZZZ_.jpg
Book description from amazon...
A delightful, attractive look at children from around the world. The authors spent two years meeting and photographing youngsters from every continent and more than 140 countries. The volume is divided by continent, which is introduced with photos of children, their names, and nationalities. Then a double-page spread features pictures of each child's food, eating utensils, housing, school, friends, and family. The text gives the young people a chance to comment on their favorite games, friends, and hopes for the future. The final section includes excerpts from the Kindersleys' travel diary. This book is factual, respectful, and insightful. It provides just the right balance of information and visual interest for the intended audience.?
http://www.amazon.com/Children-Just-Like-Anabel-Kindersley/dp/0789402017/sr=1-1/qid=1163699089/ref=pd_bbs_1/103-8098828-5227847?ie=UTF8&s=books
Anyone else have any good kid's books they'd like to add to this thread?