Natural wonders of the world

"At more than 5,500 feet (1,700 meters) wide and 355 feet (108 m) high, Victoria Falls is the largest curtain of falling water in the world. It is so large that at times its spray is visible 30 miles (50 kilometers) away. Discover more in Victoria Falls, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series"--From the publisher's web site.

Readers learn about the Amazon rainforest, the largest rainforest in the world.

Provides information about Niagara Falls, discussing how the Falls were formed, efforts to preserve the Falls and surrounding area, and the harnessing of the Falls for power.

Provides information about Mount Everest, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.

Provides information about Yellowstone National Park, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.

Provides information about the Sahara Desert, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.

"The Great Lakes contain about 6 quadrillion gallons (23 quadrillion liters) of fresh water. That is enough to cover the entire United States with water 9.5 feet (2.9 meters) deep. Discover more in Great Lakes, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series"--From the publisher's web site.

An introduction to the Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef in the world, covering the coral reef ecosystem, early explorers, natural attractions, and more.

Explore the past, present, and future of California's redwood forest.

Provides information about the Grand Canyon, discussing the geography, history, wildlife, peoples, and environmental issues.