World Book Databases for All Ages

The iconic leader in education publishing now offers its encyclopedic databases as digital subscription services.

Discover World Book for the digital age. With World Book database subscriptions, young learners can enjoy the most up-to-date, fact-checked information available. Content is broken down by grade range and presented in an engaging, age-appropriate format to support interactive, visual learning.

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World Book Early Learning
(Grades PreK and Up)

Developed with experts in early childhood education and guided by evidence-based practices of reading instruction, the Early Learning database puts a world of visual information at pre-readers’ fingertips. Users will begin to develop digital literacy through the easy-to-navigate activities, games, videos, and more.

World Book Kids
(Grades K and Up)

Designed to build confidence and encourage creativity through image-heavy navigation, this database is ideal for elementary-aged students. Educators and parents will also appreciate the teaching tools provided, including detailed lesson plans, science projects, and games.

World Book Student
(Grades 5 and Up)

Tailored as a foundational and fun research tool, World Book Student includes all the articles from the print versions of the World Book Encyclopedia plus thousands of additional articles and learning resources. Play STEM-supported games and view 360-degree photographs of famous world landmarks.

World Book Advanced
(Grades 9 and Up)

A robust reference tool, World Book Advanced includes a comprehensive set of resources for conducting more sophisticated research. Users have access to primary source materials, world newspaper archives, government websites, and much more.