north america

Describes North America's location, landforms, animals, plants, history, natural wonders, and people.

For some early explorers, the trip to the New World wasn't their first adventure. Readers will be fascinated by these daring men and what drove them to discover new lands. Each has an amazing and unique story.

"Details the early exploration of North America in chronological order"--.

"Follows the story of a warrior named Mahingan and his family as they live the traditional Algonquin way of life long before Europeans arrived in North America. Hunting and warfare are daily concerns, and signs point to a defining conflict between Mahingan's nation and its enemies"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an exploration of North America, discussing its climates, wildlife, natural landmarks, industries, sports and more, using maps.

A brief biography of Italian explorer John Cabot, who in hopes of finding a shorter route to Asia landed in Newfoundland, Canada.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the unique and defining characteristics of North America . . . [explores] this continent's landscape, biomes, climate, wildlife, culture, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"For thousands of years, before the arrival of Christopher Columbus and the Europeans, the vast American landscape was home to millions of Native Americans, whose ancestors still remain on the land today. They formed a wide variety of regional cultures, dotting the unspoiled environs stretching from the stark, red rock formations of the Southwest to the thick forestlands of the Northeast. . . . readers will examine how each Indian culture group adapted to their unique surroundings and turned nature into home, as they built their houses, hunted for food, raised their children, and worshiped their gods"--Amazon.

"In this book, early fluent readers will learn about the unique and defining characteristics of North America . . . [explores] this continent's landscape, biomes, climate, wildlife, culture, and more"--Provided by publisher.