The Shackleton expedition

Recounts the story of Shackleton's dangerous exploration of Antarctica under harsh conditions.

Introducing Africa

Where is the Sahara Desert? What is Africa's highest mountain? Where do elephants live? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of Africa through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, nat…

The adventures of Marco Polo

Was Marco Polo the world's greatest explorer -- or the world's greatest liar? Newbery Medalist Russell Freedman turns his eagle eye on the enigmatic Marco Polo in his most exciting biography yet. He claimed to have seen rocks burn, bandits command sandstorms, lions tamed with a look, and sorcerers charm sharks while divers gathered pearls on the ocean floor. Marco Polo shook Europe with desc…

You wouldn't want to be a Viking explorer : voyages you'd rather not make

Living in 10th century Norway, you are keen to join other Viking explorers in the search for a new life elsewhere. You will travel vast distances across the ocean in a long ship and face many perils along the way. Do you really want to be a Viking explorer? It'a a dangerous and difficult job. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

Thailand

Discover what it's like to live in the Countries of South-East Asia. Read about the history, geography, languages, customs and traditions of Laos, the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand, and find out about their landmarks and unique plants and animals. The books include maps, flags, a visual timeline, recipes and craft activities. Age 7+.

Cambodia

Discover what it's like to live in the Countries of South-East Asia. Read about the history, geography, languages, customs and traditions of Laos, the Philippines, Cambodia and Thailand, and find out about their landmarks and unique plants and animals. The books include maps, flags, a visual timeline, recipes and craft activities. Age 7+.

Vietnam

Looking at South-east Asia, this series covers the history, government, climate, industry, population, natural disasters, conflicts, landmarks, food, plants and animals, recreation, education, work, culture, the environment and tourism of the title country. Ages 7-12.

Malaysia & Brunei

Looking at South-east Asia, this series covers the history, government, climate, industry, population, natural disasters, conflicts, landmarks, food, plants and animals, recreation, education, work, culture, the environment and tourism of the title country. Ages 7-12.

Laos

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

9781740703345

Collation

32 pages : illustration : 26 cm

Series Title

Countries of South-East Asia

Call Number

959.4 GOT

C is for China

From Abacus to Lantern, from Jade to Wenzi, this photographic alphabet book introduces young readers to the rich culture and natural beauty of China. Sungwan So’s colorful variety of images explore the country’s customs ancient and modern, illustrating not only the hubbub of street life in the cities, but also the rhythms of day-to-day life in rural areas. Beautiful photographs feature scen…