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Encyclopedias

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Explore amazing adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, and space. Best for children aged 6 - 14. 

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Manipulate 3D interactive models to visualize and understand concepts in biology, chemistry, earth, and space science. 
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Reference Databases

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Books on multidisciplinary subjects