south america

Detailed photos and full-color maps help take readers on a fascinating visual journey through South America! This book's appealing format highlights the facts about the human and physical geography of the continent. Readers will put their analytical skills to use to interpret different types of maps as sources of information, from physical maps that show the region's landmarks to political maps that teach about the region's countries to interesting cultural and thematic maps.

Provides information about the continent of South America, including its people, countries and cities, landforms, climate, natural resources, and economy.

An introduction to South America that discusses its climate, plants, animals, economy, history, culture and other related topics and includes a quiz.

Title explores the history, politics and culture of South America, the world's fourth largest continent.

Readers will learn about the many cultures and mythologies of South America and gain a better understanding of how the past has shaped the present.

Examines why South Americans have left their homelands, how they have adapted to and changed North American culture, and what the future might hold for them in the United States and Canada.

Provides an introduction to the social, cultural, economic, historical, and religious practices and beliefs of Central and South America.

"Simple text and full-color photography introduce beginning readers to South America. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"--.