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DSCVRS ARND WRLD: GREAT MINDS AND FINDS IN ASIA

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B2B & B2C

<P>What do kites, writing, gunpowder, and the number zero have in common? They all have histories in Asia, the world’s largest continent! In this exciting learning adventure, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Asia! The engaging <EM>Discoveries Around the World</EM> 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 history and technology, 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.</P>

Discoveries Around the World

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Front Cover.
Title Page.
Before and During Reading Activities.
Table of Contents.
1: Where in the World Is Asia?.
2: Volcanoes, Waterfalls, and Dragons.
3: A World of Writing.
4: Protecting the People.
5: Flying, Fishing, and Fun.
6: Useful Technologies.
7: Food for Thought.
8: Rolling Along.
9: Amazing Asia.
Glossary.
Index.
Text-Dependent Questions.
Extension Activity.
About the Author.
Copyright Page.

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