Books with title South America

Some of the most colorful and amazing creatures in the world make the continent of South America their home. The jaguar (the biggest cat on the continent), the anaconda (the biggest snake in the world), the sloth (often covered with green algae) and the toucan (a bird with an enormous beak and bright feathers) are just some of these. Find out about South America's jungles, Spanish past and lost cities. They're all in this book! User-friendly maps let you know exactly where everything is. You'll find each colorful flag displayed for each country. And look out for the page of removable stickers in the center and the interesting activity, useful glossary and index and the end of the book.

This updated edition asks you to pack your bags. We are on our way to South America! Learn about the world's longest mountain range on land, the tallest waterfall on Earth, and the largest rainforest in the world. Turn the pages of this book to find out: what popular product is made from the sap of the sapodilla tree, where the walled city of Machu Picchu is and who built it, what llamas, vicuñas, and alpacas have in common.

Continents is an informative series that takes readers on an exciting journey through the seven continents of the world. Each book uncovers the history, economy, environment, culture, and entertainment of each unique continent. From the customs of the indigenous cultures to the landscapes of exotic countries, Continents celebrates people and culture across the globe through engaging writing and highly visual images. This outstanding series will guide young readers on a trip around the world and open their eyes to the fascinating features that make each continent special.