(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Geography Library: Troubled Treasures--World Heritage Sites series. This book touches on the major pyramids of Egypt. Topics include the landmarks' physical structures, time periods and locales, and a "How They Did It" section. The last spread emphasizes protection and preservation. Photographs and a map, in addition to a useful pronunciation guide, help support the rather sparse information. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Geography Library: Troubled Treasures--World Heritage Sites series. This book gives a broad overview of the periods of construction of China's Great Wall. Invaders who threatened the country and the roles various rulers played in fortifying their realm are also touched on. The last few spreads emphasize protection and preservation. Photographs and a map, in addition to a useful pronunciation guide, help support the rather sparse information. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Geography Library: Troubled Treasures--World Heritage Sites series. This book provides basic information about the world's largest reef, located off the east coast of Australia. Topics include its formation, marine life dependent upon it, and how environmental changes are affecting the delicate ecosystem. Measures to protect the reef are also discussed. Photographs and a map, in addition to a useful pronunciation guide, help support the rather sparse information. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) 4-6 Checkerboard Geography Library: Troubled Treasures--World Heritage Sites series. This volume presents an overview of the unique islands, including history (Darwin's explorations are touched on), geography, topography, and wildlife. Preservation efforts, especially with the increase in tourism, are also discussed. Photographs and a map, in addition to a useful pronunciation guide, help support the rather sparse information. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg

(4) K-3 My World of Geography series. Though not every illustration is appropriately captioned, these generally clearly written texts accompanied by large photographs, maps, and diagrams provide an accessible introduction to the geographical feature. Definitions, descriptions, wildlife, human interaction, and conservation information are covered. There are four other fall 2004 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these My World of Geography titles: Forests, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, and Plains.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 My World of Geography series. Though not every illustration is appropriately captioned, these generally clearly written texts accompanied by large photographs, maps, and diagrams provide an accessible introduction to the geographical feature. Definitions, descriptions, wildlife, human interaction, and conservation information are covered. There are four other fall 2004 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these My World of Geography titles: Forests, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, and Plains.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 My World of Geography series. Though not every illustration is appropriately captioned, these generally clearly written texts accompanied by large photographs, maps, and diagrams provide an accessible introduction to the geographical feature. Definitions, descriptions, wildlife, human interaction, and conservation information are covered. There are four other fall 2004 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these My World of Geography titles: Forests, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, and Plains.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 My World of Geography series. Though not every illustration is appropriately captioned, these generally clearly written texts accompanied by large photographs, maps, and diagrams provide an accessible introduction to the geographical feature. Definitions, descriptions, wildlife, human interaction, and conservation information are covered. There are four other fall 2004 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these My World of Geography titles: Forests, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, and Plains.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale

(4) K-3 My World of Geography series. Though not every illustration is appropriately captioned, these generally clearly written texts accompanied by large photographs, maps, and diagrams provide an accessible introduction to the geographical feature. Definitions, descriptions, wildlife, human interaction, and conservation information are covered. There are four other fall 2004 books in this series. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these My World of Geography titles: Forests, Islands, Lakes, Mountains, and Plains.

Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale