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Nevertheless, when the set began it was described as an. Illustrations are found on nearly every page, and these and the large font make this encyclopedia very child friendly. Full set of the book of knowledge the childrens encyclopedia, 20 volumes, published by the grolier society. Mar 01, 2004 the new book of knowledge nbk continues to address the information needs and afterschool interests of elementary and middleschool children at their reading levels.
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