Maps and text provide information on the geography, industries, and other vital facts of the countries of the world.

Text, photographs, paintings, and maps explore the history of astronomy, the solar system, the universe, and new space discoveries.

Presents an overview of the countries of the world, explaining how to look at a map, where people live n the Earth, and major countries and regions.

Illustrations and maps introduce the geography, culture, and brief facts of each continent, and suggests activities to explore geography in depth.

"Your multimedia interactive guide to the world"--Cover.

Chronicles the history of the United States from its beginning before 1630 to the present day.