The World Almanac® for Kids 2012: Press Release

World Almanac® for Kids 2012 Press Release (MS Word Format)

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The World Almanac® for Kids 2012

Taylor Swift, Ryan Sheckler, Greyson Chance, and Marta Are Cover Stars of #1 Reference Book for Children

New York, NY (August 16, 2011)—Which milestones will kids remember most from 2011? Just ask them about Glee, the final Harry Potter movie, or the media frenzy surrounding the British royal wedding. More than ever, kids today crave fun, exciting, and relevant information—and The World Almanac® for Kids 2012 (ages 8 and up; $13.99) delivers. On sale nationwide August 16, 2011, this annual favorite is a blend of fun facts, puzzles, activities, and games.

A dynamic foursome grace the cover of this year's book: country/pop music star Taylor Swift, professional skateboarder Ryan Sheckler, FIFA's top female soccer star Marta, and YouTube sensation Greyson Chance.

"I really can't believe I'm on the cover of The World Almanac® for Kids! Just two years ago I was an everyday kid from Oklahoma, and it's an honor to be here now—especially in the company of such amazing other young people!" said Chance, who took the music world by storm with his middle school talent show performance of Lady Gaga's "Paparazzi."

Added Sheckler, "I am stoked to be part of the 2012 World Almanac® for Kids. It's cool to see skateboarding be recognized so strongly by kids—now get outside and go skate!"

The World Almanac® for Kids 2012 includes an expanded "Environment" feature, with a section called "Living Green" that illuminates how small choices and practical changes can make a big difference. "Population" explores the results from the 2010 census, offering insight into the changing face of the United States. Readers will also find out what's hot for 2012 with photographs and facts about their favorite sports and entertainment superstars.

"This iconic annual publication is a crowd pleaser for all children. The reaction from our readers, regardless of their demographic, is universal: it entertains, engages, and educates kids," said Sarah Janssen, senior editor of The World Almanac®. "That's the joy of producing this book. Our cover features four individuals who have positively impacted today's youngest generation and tomorrow's leaders. For all we know, this year's readers could be next year's cover stars."

Notable features in The World Almanac® for Kids 2012 include:

  • Faces and Places: Huge full-color photographs showcase the year's most talked-about topics in movies, music, sports, and more serious need-to-know news.

  • Animals: Explore animals on a scientific level, from endangered species to creatures of the deep. Find out all about the biggest, smallest, and fastest creatures in the world and discover which house pets are most common.

  • Environment: A brand-new section on "Living Green," plus added information on biomes, pollutants, and climate change aids understanding of key environmental issues.

  • Games: Check out the top-selling video games of all time and get a preview of the latest installments of some old favorites.

  • Military: Timeless information on historical wars is complemented by up-to-date information on military innovations civilians use every day.

  • Movies and TV: Fun facts about this year's most popular movies and TV shows give kids a close-up look at what's coming up next for their favorite stories and characters.

  • Music and Dance: Get the inside scoop on Adele, Bruno Mars, and more of the year's hottest acts, including the 2011 winners of American Idol and Dancing with the Stars.

  • Nations: Make the world a little smaller with interesting facts and trivia about every country in the world, including population, language, and fun facts. Includes maps and flags of more than 190 nations.

  • Population: Explore brand-new results from the 2010 census and learn about the changing face of the United States.

  • Sports: Coverage of kids' favorite teams, athletes, and sports, including expanded coverage of soccer, college sports, tennis, and X Games.

  • Technology and Computers: New advice on the best ways to avoid cyberbullying and stay safe online. Also gather quick tips on how to use the Web for research and homework help, and consult the handy glossary of technical terms to stay in the know.

  • United States: New features on subjects from American Indians to presidential pets complement information about the 50 states.

The World Almanac® for Kids is available for purchase at www.worldalmanac.com.

About The World Almanac® for Kids

World Almanac®'s history as a publisher of award-winning reference titles dates back more than 140 years. The imprint includes such iconic titles as The World Almanac® and Book of Facts, the best-selling American reference book of all time, and The World Almanac® for Kids, the best-selling reference book for kids.

The World Almanac® brand is part of Infobase Learning (www.infobaselearning.com), an educational media company that owns such well-known brands as Facts On File, Films for the Humanities & Sciences, Cambridge Educational, Chelsea House, Bloom's, Ferguson's, Meridian Education, and Shopware. Infobase is a portfolio company investment of Veronis Suhler Stevenson (www.vss.com), a private equity firm that invests in the media, information, and education industries.

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TITLE: THE WORLD ALMANAC® FOR KIDS 2012
PUBLISHER: WORLD ALMANAC® FOR KIDS, AN INFOBASE LEARNING COMPANY
ON-SALE DATE: AUGUST 16, 2011
PAGES: 352 PP.
PAPERBACK ISBN: 978-1-60057-153-4
PRICE: $13.99
TRIM SIZE: 6 X 9

 

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