Synopsis "Islands: Explore the World'S Most Unique Places (in English)"
Remote, mysterious, exotic, unforgettable: islands are captivating and unique places. But what makes them so special? Some islands are busy, bustling homes to many people, while others have almost no life at all. Some are covered in thick jungle, others in freezing ice. Some are millions of years old, and others are brand new. Islands come in countless shapes and sizes, and this book lets kids explore some--climbing their mountains, swimming in their seas, discovering their histories, and wondering at their treasures. Islands included: Fraser Island, Australia Île de la Cité, Paris, France St Kilda, Scotland Surtsey, Iceland Snow Hill Island, Antarctica Palm Jumeirah, United Arab Emirates Easter Island, Chile Ellis Island, USA Miyajima, Japan Santorini, Greece Socotra, Yemen Uros Floating Islands, Peru Galápagos Islands, Ecuador Pitcairn Island, Pacific Ocean Wrangel Island, Russia Assateague & Chincoteague Islands, USA La Gomera, Spain Christmas Island, Australia
