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Daily life in a covered wagon

1997
Describes the life of a pioneer family as it travels from Indiana to Oregon in a covered wagon. Includes information on clothing, food, the wagon, and what a pioneer might encounter along the way.

North America

1986
Identifies the continent of North America, divides it into six regions including the Eastern Seaboard, Great Lakes, Arctic Circle, and Central America, and discusses their countries, states, cities, and geographical features.

Hawaii is a rainbow

1985
Explores the natural wonders, people, and customs of Hawaii, in photographs grouped by color. A section in the back of the book provides additional information.

The travels of Marco Polo

2000
A biography of the Italian traveler who became the first European to cross Asia completely and document his experiences.

Postcards from Germany

1996
Text and photographs highlight some of the major tourist attractions in Germany.

Australia

1986
Introduces the geographical features of Australia, its animals, and Aborigines.

Postcards from Russia

1996
A collection of letters written by children traveling in Russia tells about the cities, the trains, the flag, the food, the holidays, and other aspects of this country.

Italy

1990
Depicts the daily activities and special events of Venice, Italy.

The inside-outside book of London

1989
Illustrations present noted sights in London as seen from the outside and inside, such as the British Museum, Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, Waterloo Station, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Includes a section of text in the back of the book providing information on each sight.

South America

1986
Discusses characteristics of various sections of South America such as the Andes, the Amazon rain forest, and the pampas.

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