Jennifer Lawrence Turns 22 TODAY, Stars on the Cover of The World Almanac for Kids 2013 Alongside Justin Bieber

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Ever since starring as the fierce Katniss Everdeen in the big screen adaptation of The Hunger Games, Jennifer Lawrence has become a world wide sensation and today she turns 22 years old! Jennifer is also gracing the cover of The World Almanac^® for Kids 2013, which just hit bookstores nationwide. She’s joined by music sensation Justin Bieber and Super Bowl-winning quarterback Eli Manning.

The latest edition of America’s bestselling kids reference book is fully uodated with a new look and new stars. The book lists the birthday of Jennifer Lawrence among its notable dates. It also mentions her film, Hunger Games, as the first film since 2009’s Avatar to take the #1 box office spot for four weekends in a row, as well as covers the hottest facts and faces in TV, movies, music, fashion and more.

The World Almanac^® for Kids 2013 includes several new elements such as presidential trivia and the 2012 election, fashion “Blasts from the Past” and “Must-Have Fashion,” “World’s Youngest Billionaires” and “Viral Video Stars.”

Other features include:

• Faces and Places: Full pages of vivid photographs showcase the year’s most talked-about events in movies, music, sports, news, and much more.

• Animals: This section includes brand-new features on zoos, animals at work, and preventing species extinction. Readers can also explore animals on a scientific level—from endangered species to the biggest, smallest, fastest, and even grossest creatures in the world.

• Energy and Environment: Learn more about the energy used every day, from diesel engines and hybrid cars, to nuclear energy and the definition of “fracking.” Key issues are illuminated by features on oceans, biomes, and climate change, while the “Living Green” section shows how small, practical changes can make a big difference.

• Fashion: Side-by-side with today’s biggest trends, a brand-new feature on fashion, “Blasts from the Past,” makes even the biggest fashionistas grateful for today’s simple jeans and T-shirts. The section also reveals what it’s really like to work in the fashion industry day-to-day and includes profiles of renowned fashion designers.

• Games: Check out the best-selling video games of all time as well as today’s top sellers, and get a sneak preview of the latest installments of some old favorites.

• Homework Help: From easy Internet research guides to quick tips for test preparation, The World Almanac^® for Kids is a go-to source that helps students get to the head of the class.

• Money: Take a look at what’s new in U.S. and world currency, including how currency designers are outsmarting today’s counterfeiters. Also find out information about the world’s youngest billionaires and how they made their fortunes.

• Movies and TV: A brand-new “Viral Video Stars” feature covers today’s most popular online shows and personalities. The section also features fun facts about this year’s most popular movies and TV shows, plus a close-up look at what’s coming up next.

• Music and Dance: Get the inside scoop on Justin Bieber, Carrie Underwood, and more of 2012’s hottest acts including the latest winners of American Idol and Dancing with the Stars. Then, find out about the origins of popular dances, from ballet to tango to step-dancing.

• Nations: The World Almanac^® for Kids 2013 boasts up-to-date details about the world’s newest nation, South Sudan. Meanwhile, interesting trivia about every country makes the world feel a little smaller, alongside maps and flags of more than 190 nations!

• Population: Learn about the changing face of the United States with brand-new information on where Americans come from, including new features on Asian and Hispanic Americans. Also, take a global look at population growth and the world’s mega-cities.

• Sports: From Super Bowl Sunday and the Final Four to the NBA Finals and the Indy 500, get information on kids’ favorite teams, pro athletes, and sports. This edition also includes expanded auto racing and soccer coverage, as well as fun facts about the Olympic Games.

• Technology and Computers: The World Almanac^® for Kids gives great advice on the best ways to avoid cyberbullying and stay safe online. Kids can also pick up quick tips for taking advantage of cloud computing.

• United States: New features on subjects from presidential trivia to the 2012 election complement the latest information about the 50 states, while brand-new timelines demonstrate key events in American history.

Don’t forget, fans can also enter to win a free copy of the 2013 edition by simply following @worldalmanac on Twitter today, tweeting them a cool fact that you learned, and including the hashtag #WAK13.