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Entertaining and informative, the 2010 Britannica Student helps children gain a better understanding of their world. More than 2,250 captivating articles are the perfect resource for homework help and assignments and for satisfying the curiosity of young learners. Children are sure to immerse themselves in 2,700 photos, charts, and tables that help explain concepts and subjects, as well as in 1,200 maps and flags from across the globe. The 2010 BSE has been thoroughly revised. Highlights include: -updated populations for U.S. states and most cities and countries -new articles on Barack Obama (including a timeline of his life and career), Kosovo, Podgorica, and Pristina -pdated articles on George Bush, the United States, Bhutan, Nepal, David Beckham, and others -updated maps to reflect changes in Kosovo -new photos