Books in Virtual Field Trips series

Text and photographs describe people who work in a doctor's office including receptionists, nurses and doctors, and explains what their roles and activities are and the equipment they use.

Examines the instruments that make up an orchestra, their arrangement on the stage, the role of the conductor, and the need of the musicians to practice.

Describes the history and construction of the Eiffel Tower, its builders, and similar structures around the world.

A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of city hall, where they learn about the roles of the city council, the mayor, and other city departments. Includes an activity.

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Doctor Hart gives a guided tour of her veterinary clinic, where she explains such things as what equipment she uses, how she calms animals down, and some of the different pet problems she treats. Includes an activity and other learning resources

Why is it so warm inside the greenhouse? Which plants prefer cooler, dry air? Which like it hot and wet? Who takes care of all these plants? Go on a guided tour of a greenhouse to find out! Meet a plant expert, see how plants are cared for, and learn how a greenhouse can be warm even in winter.

Director Solomon gives a guided tour of Star City Planetarium, where he explains such things as what equipment is used in a planetarium show and what some of the different objects in the night sky are. Includes an activity and other learning res

Text and photographs describe a trip to a supermarket and explains the responsibilities of some of the employees that work there. In addition, the various departments found in a grocery store are also discussed including the produce, dairy, frozen food, meat, and bakery departments.

Tells the story of the Indian landmark, the Taj Mahal, built by a sultan as a tomb for his favorite wife who died in childbirth. Started in 1632 and completed 20 years later, it is surrounded by gardens and pools and welcomes 3 million visitors a year.

Postmaster Drew gives a guided tour of the post office, where he explains such things as why there are so many types of stamps, what happens to a letter after it is mailed, and how heavy the heaviest package is that can be sent. Includes an activity.

Describes all that is involved in growing apples - covering planting, pollination, harvesting, different varieties, and more.