Discover new books and much-loved classics to inspire a love of reading in every child

Books

Encyclopedia: Planet Earth

Simon Abbott, Author

Series: Encyclopedia

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: September 24, 2026

Category: Encyclopaedias (Children's / Teenage)

ISBN: 9781526330123

Series: Encyclopedia

Imprint: Wayland

Publication date: March 25, 2027

Category: Encyclopaedias (Children's / Teenage)

ISBN: 9781526330147

Do you want to know more about our incredible planet? This book is perfect for filling curious minds with fun facts about our world and the creatures that call it home.

Learn about the formation of our planet, the powerful forces of earthquakes and the extreme weather that shapes our world. Fly with some breathtaking birds before diving deep into Earth’s oceans. Discover the threats facing our planet and how we can work together to protect it.

Key topics include: habitats and ecosystems, geology; weather and climate, oceans, plants, energy and our place in space. ‘Earth Explorer’ panels feature information about key scientists and explorers who helped discover more about our world.

Simon Abbott’s series of encyclopedias feature accessible text paired with bright, colourful artwork, ideal for readers aged 7+, and supports both school and home learning. Collect the whole series and learn about Animals, Dinosaurs and Space.

Simon Abbott

Simon Abbott has been designing and illustrating children’s books for fifteen years. Whether he is drawing astronauts, dinosaurs or monkeys swinging through trees, his bold colours and fun-filled characters are guaranteed to make children smile. Simon lives in Suffolk, with his partner Sally, and three sons Jack, Nathan and Alfie.