by Diana Bentley (2002)
Describes the architectural achievements of the ancient world known as the Seven Wonders of the World: the Pyramids at Giza, the Statue of Zeus at Olympia, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, and the Colossus of Rhodes.
Jenifer Corr Morse
Whether you want to know what the world's deadliest snake is, which country eats the most chocolate, who has the most career touchdowns in the NFL, or which state has the largest water park, the Scholastic Book of World Records 2010 has all of the answers and much, much more! Each of the 300 records on pop culture, sports, science, and more has its own page that includes a full-color photograph and a detailed description of the record.
Rhoda and Leda Blumberg
Lays to rest commonly accepted "facts," myths, and old wives' tales on a variety of topics, including mammals, American history, inventions, health, food and drink, sports, and weather.
Nancy Dunnan
Discusses the creation of the European Economic Community and the impact, both internal and external, of the regulations that will govern the member countries beginning in 1992.
Erica Smith
Describes the origins and symptoms of anorexia nervosa, who is at risk, why it develops in certain individuals, and how it can be controlled by healthy eating habits.