australia

When Jayden's uncle Mel invites him to a biology expedition in the scorching hot Australian outback, disaster strikes, and Jayden finds himself miles from civilization fighting for his survival.

While writing her annual letter to Santa Claus during the "driest, hottest summer anyone could remember, " a young Australian girl decides to ask for rain rather than presents and has her request granted in an unusual way.

In small-town Australia, teens Jasper and Charlie form an unlikely friendship when one asks the other to help him cover up a murder until they can prove who is responsible.

Explores the history and geographical features of Australia, as well as the country's most popular customs and activities.

Examines the history and geography of Australia, and provides information about the country's people, regions, cities, wildlife, holidays, celebrations, and symbols. Includes maps and photographs.

Describes Australia's location, size, landforms, animals, plants, history, natural wonders, and people.

Often described as a place of sunshine, surfing, and kangaroos, Australia has a history as varied as its continent's geography. This book explores Australia's history, government, economy, and lifestyles, showing readers what it's like to live Down Under.

Portrays the lives and music of the Bee Gees, one of the world's most famous musical families, Maurice, Robin, Barry, and Andy Gibb.

A brief introduction to Australia, covering geography, culture, sports, and more.

Michael's parents are leaders of a new anti-immigrant political party called Aussie Values which is trying to halt the flood of refugees from the Middle East; Mina fled Afghanistan with her family ten years ago, and just wants to concentrate on fitting in and getting into college--but the mutual attraction they feel demands that they come to terms with their family's concerns and decide where they stand in the ugly anti-Muslim politics of the time.