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AtoZ World Culture Encyclopedias 
Search this database to learn about the culture, language, history, food, and religion for more than 175 countries.
Gale Virtual Reference Library Encyclopedias
Access online encyclopedias and specialized reference books for your research project or school assignment.
Oxford Research Encyclopedias Encyclopedias
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Science Reference Source Encyclopedias
Read encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals, and other sources covering a wide range of scientific fields.
World Book Encyclopedias
Choose from several encyclopedias for students and families:
- World Book for Kids
- Online World Book for Students
- Online World Book Advanced
- World Book Timelines
Grades PreK+
World Book: Early World of Learning Encyclopedias
Resources to help preschoolers and children in early grades understand early childhood themes and develop reading and oral language skills.
- Preschool - Grade 3