What are schools like in Spain? How tall are the buildings in New York? What do people eat in India? Take a journey through these colourful scrapbooks and learn all about the most interesting places around the world.

Follows Jack's adventures as he travels around the United States, from New York City to San Francisco.

Rhyming text presents facts about the Galapagos Islands and introduces the wildlife, such as giant tortoises, black iguanas, and brightly-colored lava crabs, who live there.

"The Netherlands is a flat, coastal nation in Europe. It relies on dikes and floodgates to keep back the sea. More than 17 million people live in this enchanting region of farms, fields, and flowers. Supported by full-color photographs, informative sidebars, and fun facts, readers learn all about the Netherlands, including its rich history, unique traditions, government, language, and great love for tulips"--

"From the award-winning author of National Parks of the USA, Kate Siber, this stunning book showcases an amazing adventure activity to try in every single state. 50 Adventures in the 50 States features gripping outdoors activities, vividly illustrated and described alongside fascinating facts about the nature and geography of each activity location - the very best the U.S.A. has to offer budding young adventurers from Alabama to Wyoming!"--

Traveling the world isn't always an option, but reading about it can be! With the help of this engaging book, young readers have the opportunity to take an up-close look at the fascinating continent of South America. Simple diagrams help break down key concepts, while easy-to-follow maps help readers understand, where in the world and within the continent-different features are located. Accessible text and captivating photographs ensure that even...

Emerging from segregation under apartheid, South Africa is a vibrant country in transition. African, European, and South Asian traditions form a complex society with much national pride. Its physical beauty and bounty-beaches and surf like none other, wine grown in high-quality vineyards, and some of the best game preserves in the world-add to the keen interest people take in the culture and custom of this fast-changing country. Covering history and...

"Take a trip to Finland! Start in the city of Helsinki, where you'll find some beautiful buildings. Then, head to a fun Midsummer celebration to enjoy a bonfire or swim under the Midnight Sun. And don't forget to relax in a hot sauna! Learn all about Finland as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book"--

"This whirlwind tour of America's capitol city takes little adventurers to the Washington Monument, through the Smithsonian museums, up to the White House-and more!"--

Provides an overview of life in Mexico, covering the country's animals, people, and food.