This colorful book is bursting with facts and information on every subject, from art to animals, from science to sport, and from history to the human body. Its jolly illustrations make it an ideal introduction to our amazing world for all children aged 5-9 years. From the invention of the wheel over 5,000 years ago, right through to the dizzying heights of modern-day space travel, children's eyes will be opened to the fascinating and diverse world that we live in.