Australia and Oceania

Barbara A. Somervill

Book - 2019

Together, Australia and the many small islands of Oceania make up Earths smallest continent. Yet though the continent is small, it is packed with plenty to see. Readers will hop from island to island as they examine the incredible wildlife and landscapes of Australia and Oceania. Along the way, they will also explore the continents history with rich text and stunning visuals, and meet the people who call it home. Features include engaging sidebars that highlight unique animals, landmarks and more; maps to show size, location and topography; glossaries; eye-catching images; charts, diagrams and more.

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Genres
Informational works
Illustrated works
Published
New York, NY : Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc 2019.
Language
English
Main Author
Barbara A. Somervill (author)
Physical Description
48 pages : illustrations, map ; 22 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 45) and index.
ISBN
9780531128077
9780531134153
  • Land and climate
  • What's the terrain of Australia and Oceania like, and what are their usual weather conditions?
  • Plants and animals
  • What communities of living things make their homes in Australia and Oceania?
  • The big truth: ocean acidification
  • Why is the Pacific Ocean becoming more acidic?
  • A peek at the past
  • How have Australia and Oceania changed over time?
  • Australia and Oceania today
  • What is life like for people in Australia and Oceania?
  • Destination: Australia and Oceania
  • True statistics.