Great Minds and Finds in South America

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Where in the World Is South America 4 Incredible Land Incredible Life 6 Growing on Stairs 8 On the Move 10 Building for Earthquakes 12 Discoveries in the Skies 16 Discovering and Protecting Nature 20 New Plants New Hearts 24 Stunning South America 28 Glossary 30 Index 31 Text-Dependent Questions 31 Extension Activity 31 About the Author 32
Great Minds and Finds in South America

Great Minds and Finds in South America

What do telescopes, rainforests, earthquake-proof buildings, and lizards all have in common? They have histories in South America, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in South America, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern South America! The engaging Discoveries Around the World series invites young readers to learn about fascinating people, places, and inventions from each continent on Earth. Covering ancient history to the present day, each 32-page book features helpful maps and vivid photographs that bring each place to life. From art and science to archaeology and history, discover how each continent's great minds and finds have influenced our world. Each book also includes after-reading questions, glossary, index, and an extension activity.

About This Book

By: Robin Koontz
Illustrated by:
Published by: Rourke Educational Media (Unlimited)
8-11Age Range
6.2 AR
30Pages
South AmericaSubject
990LLexile
15-30 minsReading Time
TGuided Reading
WFountas & Pinnell
70DRA