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2) Asia
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Explores the geography, climate, wildlife, people, and culture of Asia. Examines how people live on this continent and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
3) Australia
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Explores the geography, climate, wildlife, people, and culture of Australia. Examines how people live on this continent and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
4) Europe
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Explores the geography, climate, wildlife, people, and culture of Europe. Examines how people live on this continent and includes color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.
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"Ukraine is rich with history and resources, culture and people, but most of all, in spirit! There is a lot to learn about Ukraine, and one of the best places to start is their national anthem. The lyrics of this once-forbidden song carry deep meaning for many Ukrainians, and are full of passion, strength, and determination, inspiring them to keep their country protected and free. The Story of Ukraine walks readers through each culturally-significant...
10) Major Impossible
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John Wesley Powell always had the spirit of adventure in him. As a young man, he traveled all over the United States exploring. When the Civil War began, Powell went to fight for the Union, and even after he lost most of his right arm, he continued to fight until the war was over. In 1869, he embarked with the Colorado River Exploring Expedition-- ten men in four boats-- to float through the Grand Canyon. Ten explorers went in, but only six came out....
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What begins as a relaxing vacation turns into a time-traveling adventure, where Geronimo Stilton must travel to Khanbalik, or "The City of Khan" (modern day Beijing) in 13th Century China where he encounters Kublai Khan and Marco Polo. This time, Geronimo and friends must stop the Pirate Cats from corrupting Marco Polo's famous book "The Travels of Marco Polo," and changing history forever!