A tour of the Missouri River describes the ecology, climate, and wildlife that characterize the river's watershed area; looks at the history of the region; and discusses how the waterway is being taken care of today.

"What would it be like to live in Peru? How is Peru's culture unique? Explore the sights, traditions, and daily lives of Peruvians!"--

"Detailed photos and full-color maps help take readers on a fascinating visual journey through Africa! 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...

"From Viking raids to today's constitutional monarchy, the far-northern European country of Norway has evolved into a prosperous, peaceful country in the 21st century. Through vivid photos and easy-to-read main text, readers are given the tools to explore Norway's history, government, and economy; its striking scenery, including fjords, snow-capped mountains, and glaciers; and its impressive wildlife, including polar bears, musk oxen, and seabirds....

Simple text and photographs introduce the people, places, and traditions of this eastern Asian country known as Japan.

Provides information about Afghanistan, with emphasis on its geography, culture, history, economy, and government.

Provides information about Canada, with emphasis on its geography, culture, history, economy, and government.

"What is it like to live in or visit Japan? What makes Japan's culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of the Japanese people."--

A look at the history, natural world, economics, people, and culture of Israel.

A look at the history, natural world, economics, people, and culture of Russia.