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Reference Materials

Dictionary Word meanings Pronunciation Parts of speech Words are in alphabetical order

Encyclopedia Lots of information on various topics Organized in alphabetical order

Atlas Maps Continents, countries, states, cities Geographical information

Almanac Short facts Lists Good for quick reference Current—published each year

Think about what you would use to find out the following information…

What did George Washington accomplish in his presidency? Atlas Almanac Encyclopedia Dictionary

Where is New Mexico? Encyclopedia Atlas Almanac Dictionary

What is the population of New York? Encyclopedia Atlas Dictionary Almanac

What are two meanings for the word “yard”? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

What is the route of the Mississippi River? Almanac Encyclopedia Atlas Dictionary

Where do kangaroos live? Dictionary Atlas Encyclopedia Almanac

Who won the superbowl in 1988? Atlas Almanac Encyclopedia Dictionary

How do you say “pneumonia”? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

What country borders Peru? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

What was the favorite prime time television show in 2004? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

Do you add “es” or “s” to make the plural of ‘potato’? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

What are the primary exports of Japan? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

How is carbon dioxide used by plants? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas

What was the most popular breed of dog in 2006? Dictionary Encyclopedia Almanac Atlas