The Elements Book: A Visual Periodic Table Encyclopedia for Kids (DK Our World in Pictures)

This eye-catching encyclopedia for kids is the perfect guide to the 118 chemical elements of the periodic table with pictures, for budding young scientists to explore. It explores the naturally occurring elements, as well as the man-made ones, and explains their properties and uses. This engaging encyclopedia for children aged 9-12, shows the many natural forms of each element, as well as a wide range of both everyday and unexpected objects in which it is found, making each element relevant to the child’s world!

Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:

Striking and detailed diagrams, drawings and illustrations on every page

A highly visual approach to STEM learning and an intro to chemistry

Ideal combination of colorful diagrams with infographic text boxes

Showcases chemical elements in their pure and raw forms

In association with The Smithsonian Institution

This captivating kids encyclopedia takes a look at the periodic table of elements, from hydrogen to helium, potassium to polonium, calcium to carbon and so much more! The striking illustrations, photographs and diagrams featured throughout provide an optimum visual learning experience for both children and adults alike, accompanied by an array of fun facts all about your favorite elements, and lesser-known ones like terbium, thallium and boron - with easy-to-read accessible text for readers aged 9-12, yet can be enjoyed by the entire family, making this enthralling children’s encyclopedia a beautiful and educational chemistry gift that can be passed down generations.