juvenile literature

Describes the geography, history, people, and culture of Argentina.

Maria recounts the first year she spent on a small ranch in Argentina managed by her mother.

An introduction to the geography, history, government, people, and economy of the second largest South American country.

Describes the conditions in the Amazon rain forest, the animals, plants, and people that live there, the exploitation of this ecosystem, and the importance of preserving it.

An overview of the largest South American country, which includes its history, geography, and living conditions today.

Describes features of Alaska including the railroad, oil pipeline, wildlife preserves, and Mount McKinley.

Describes some of the major sources of industry and revenue of Alaska.

Discusses the different people who live and work in Alaska including Russians, Native Americans, prospectors, dog sled mushers, and bush pilots.

Describes the diverse geography of Alaska, from glaciers and tundra, mountains and volcanoes, to seashores and rivers, including information on climate and animal life in the various regions.

Introduces the history, geography, industry, and people of the state known as the Last Frontier.