Exploring Continents

Australia is unique among continents, with animals and plants that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. These living things developed distinct features because Australia is an island continent, not connected to any other landmass. Discover more in Australia, a title in the Exploring Continents series.

Deserts cover about two-fifths of Africa. The world's largest hot desert, the Sahara, stretches across northern Africa from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea. Discover more in Africa, a title in the Exploring Continents series. Exploring Continents takes readers on a journey through the unique features and diverse cultures of Earth's seven continents.

Asia, the world's largest continent, has played a major role in world history since ancient times. Three regions of Asia are known as "cradles of civilization" because important cultures began there thousands of years ago. Discover more in Asia, a title in the Exploring Continents series. Exploring Continents takes readers on a journey through the unique features and diverse cultures of Earth's seven continents.

North America attracts millions of tourists from around the world. Some hike the tallest peaks of the Rocky Mountains, while others dive or snorkel in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea. Discover more in North America, a title in the Exploring Continents series.

Artistic movements that began in Europe have influenced artists around the world. The painting style known as Impressionism originated in France in the second half of the 19th century. Discover more in Europe, a title in the Exploring Continents series.