Readers get the chance to travel the globe in this informative guide to Earth's continents. The text was expertly created to help young readers learn key points about maps as well as the continents. Each page is filled with a map labeled with key places noted in the accompanying text. Colorful photographs of landforms and people from around the world are sure to draw in even reluctant readers. A handy chart allows readers to compare the size and populations of each continent.
"Learn how to use map features like a key, compass rose, and a scale to answer questions about direction, measurement, and symbols. Look at photos of different continents, and use the maps inside the book to navigate and compare what is the same and what is different between them"--Provided by publisher.
Mostly between the Arctic Circle and the Tropic of Cancer lies North America, the third largest continent in area. While young readers may already be familiar with parts of this continent, there is an endless amount of information to learn about the landmass. Simple maps help readers of this volume locate key parts of the continent. With information about important geographical features, as well as the people and cultures that make up North America, this engaging book is an excellent supplement to the elementary social studies curriculum.
"Use this book to better see the world. Travel through its continents, oceans and hemispheres. Learn some interesting facts, especially information on their similarities and differences. Study carefully the cultures and traditions in different regions of the Earth, too"---Amazon.
Divided by continents and regions, explores information from around the world, such as famous landmarks, festivals, farming facts, food and drink, natural wonders, ancient wonders, and more.
Contains facts and information about the different continents, including how Australia is the smallest continent, but it is wider than the moon and more.
Discusses the continents, explaining the science behind continental drift, how it shaped our planet, and overall facts about the continents using infographics.
Crash! Slam! Male rhinoceros beetles lock horns in a battle over a female. Ounce-for-ounce, they are the strongest animal on Earth! Learn more about this awesome animal with a mighty horn.
