Focus on Geography

This engaging series explores the dynamic human and physical geographies of countries around the world. Each book focuses on how the physical environment--its landforms, climate, and resources--affect human settlement, daily life, culture and identity, and the economy in the past and present. Compelling box features focus on significant people, places, and events. Future challenges and changes are discussed. Free downloadable Teachers Guide available.

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Geography · Social Studies

Focus on Haiti

Haiti, known for its mountainous and rugged land, is rich in agriculture as well as cultural traditions born from resistance. Read all about the country's land and resources, its beginnings… More →

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Geography · Social Studies

Focus on Mexico

Mexico's varied landscapes--from deserts and mountains to tropical rainforests and fertile plateaus--are as diverse as its people and traditions. Read all about the country's land and… More →

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Geography · Social Studies

Focus on South Africa

South Africa's population lives among and within semi-arid deserts, elevated grasslands, steep mountains, fertile farmland, coastal cities, and more. From mining to agriculture, learn about… More →

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Geography · Social Studies

Focus on South Korea

South Korea is highly regarded for its transformation from a largely agricultural society to an urban, technologically advanced nation. Read all about the mountains and hills that dominate… More →

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Geography

Focus on Australia

Australia's varied landscapes--from deserts and forests to the stunning Great Barrier Reef--are as diverse as its unique wildlife. Read all about the country's land and resources, the… More →

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Geography

Focus on Chile

Chile is a long narrow strip of land running half the length of South America and bordered on either side by the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains. Read all about the country's land and… More →

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Geography

Focus on Ghana

Ghana's landscape includes the large northern savannah, rain forests, and the coastal region, which is small but contains the largest cities. Read all about the country's land and resources,… More →

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Geography

Focus on Pakistan

Pakistan is a country of stunning and diverse landscapes that include mountains, deserts, lush forests, plateaus, and raging rivers. Read all about the country's land and resources, the… More →

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Geography

Focus on Brazil

As the fifth-largest country in the world, Brazil's landscapes range from the famous Amazon rain forest to biodiverse mangroves, flat grasslands, and mountain ranges. Read all about the… More →

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Geography

Focus on Cuba

Cuba, an archipelago in the Caribbean Sea, is a top tourist destination due to its subtropical climate and beautiful coastline. Read all about the country's land and resources, its… More →

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Geography

Focus on Indonesia

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, made up of more than 17,000 islands, with lush rain forests, mountainous interiors, mangrove forests, rich coral reefs, and sandy beaches.… More →

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Focus on Switzerland

Dominated by the mighty Alps and sharing borders with five different countries, Switzerland is known for its beautiful landscapes and multicultural society. Read all about the country's land… More →

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