Wonders of the world

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Stonehenge

2006
Presents an introduction to Stonehenge, in simple text with illustrations, including information on the mystery of how it was constructed, who built it, what it signifies, and more.

Pyramids

2005
Examines the pyramids of Egypt as tombs for the pharaohs, Hindu temple pyramids in Cambodia, and the Aztec pyramids of Mexico.

Niagara Falls

2004
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, and telling of some of the daredevils who have gone over the Falls and survived.

Northern lights

2004
Discusses the northern lights including how they form, where they appear, myths and legends, and the problems they can cause on Earth.

Gems

2003
Looks at how gems are formed and where they are found, examines different types, sizes, shapes, and colors, discusses gem mining, and includes descriptions of famous and fake gems.

The clay soldiers of China

2006
Examines the history and story behind the famous Terra Cotta Army of China's first emperor, Ch'in Shih Huang Ti, and the efforts to preserve and protect it.

The Grand Canyon

2003
Discusses how the Grand Canyon was formed, its early exploration, and the plants and animals found there.

Geysers

2003
Discusses what geysers are, where they are located, why they erupt, how different kinds of geysers behave, and their interactions with their environments.

Sichuan panda forests

1995
Text and photographs discuss the history and natural environment of the Sichuan panda forests, and what can be done to keep the pandas from becoming extinct.

The Grand Canyon

1995
Photographs and text discuss the history and natural environment of the Grand Canyon and what effects human civilization has on it.

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