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Explore the Countries

Invite your students to explore the countries of the world in this beginning geography series. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn about each country's history, government, major cities, land features, natural resources, culture, and more! Maps, a timeline with photos, fun facts, and pronunciation guides aid readers. Each book closes with a facts page including the country's population and total area, as well as images of its flag and currency. Students will find valuable report information while exploring the countries! Table of contents, glossary, and index included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy BOOKS is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

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  • Cover: Argentina

    Welcome to Argentina - home to the Andes Mountains, Patagonia, and the bustling city of Buenos Aires! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they learn… More →

  • Cover: New Zealand

    Welcome to New Zealand - home to breathtaking fjords, stunning waterfalls, and the flightless kiwi bird! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers as they… More →

  • Cover: Afghanistan

    Welcome to Afghanistan - home of ancient trade routes, modern cities, the stunning Hindu Kush mountain range, and the horseback sport of buzkashi! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized More →

  • Cover: Colombia

    Welcome to Colombia - home of the artistic capital city of Bogotá, coffee plants, and the tallest palm trees in the world! Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in… More →

  • Cover: Iran

    Welcome to Iran - home of mountains, deserts, the bustling city of Tehran, the ancient city of Persepolis, and a strong Muslim heritage. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic… More →

  • Cover: Iraq

    Welcome to Iraq - home of the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, Babylon's blue Gate of Ishtar, a large oil industry, and hundreds of years of cultural history. Informative, easy-to-read text and… More →

  • Cover: North Korea

    Welcome to North Korea - home to the capital city Pyongyang, leader Kim Jong-un, and thousands of years of history. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in readers… More →

  • Cover: South Korea

    Welcome to South Korea - home of the very modern ancient city of Seoul, the Sobaek Mountains, and the Buddhist Pulguk Temple. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw… More →

  • Cover: Switzerland

    Welcome to Switzerland - home of the Alps, Swiss cheeses, banking, and the European headquarters of the United Nations. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic photos draw in… More →

  • Cover: United States

    Welcome to the United States - home of the Rocky Mountains, Death Valley, Broadway, large cities, and vast stretches of agricultural land. Informative, easy-to-read text and oversized scenic… More →

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