Briefly discusses the history, economy, and culture of South Korea.

A brief history of Hoover Dam, considered to be one of seven modern civil engineering wonders in America.

Discusses the construction, history, and current status of the Washington, D.C., monument honoring George Washington and some of the famous events that have taken place around its base.

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more. Full-color photographs and carefully leveled text bring China to life, while age-appropriate critical thinking questions introduce readers to nonfiction. Let's go! Charts/Graphs/Diagrams, Free Online Content, Full-Color Photographs, Index, Photo Glossary, Table of Contents.

"The Dead Sea might sound like a scary place to cool off on a hot day, but many people flock to its waters. The Dead Sea got its name because its salty waters can kill any fish or plants that try to live in it. However, scientists have just recently found a kind of bacteria that live on the seafloor. Readers will find out that some truly spooky things happen around this Middle Eastern lake, like sinkholes opening around its coastline! They'll also...