Introducing North America

by Chris Oxlade

Overview

How many countries are in North America? Where do bald eagles live? What language is spoken in Mexico? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of North America 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, natural resources, cities, and famous places.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781432980511
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	07/01/2013
Series:	Introducing Continents
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	288,972
Product dimensions:	7.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	NC730L (what's this?)
Age Range:	6 - 8 Years

About the Author

Chris Oxlade is an experienced author of non-fiction books for children. He has written more than 200 titles on science, technology, sports and hobbies, from encyclopedia articles to fun activity books.

Table of Contents

Contents About North America 4 Famous places 6 Geography 8 Weather 12 Animals 14 Plants 16 People 18 Culture and sport 20 Countries 22 Cities and countryside 24 Natural resources and products 26 Fun facts 28 Quiz 29 Glossary 30 Find out more 31 Index 32

Editorial Reviews

The information is brief, but engaging. Purchase the series as recreational reading as well as to support the classroom curriculum.

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