Where in the world is Australia? -- Discoveries in ancient history -- Kangaroos and a coral reef -- Protecting Australia's wildlife -- New ideas from Down Under -- Incredible buildings -- Aussie art -- Safety in the sky -- Medical marvels -- Awesome Australia -- Glossary -- Index -- Text-dependent questions -- Extension activity.
Summary:
"What do kangaroos, movie special effects, an opera house, and refrigerators have in common? They all have histories in Australia, one of Earth's seven continents. Discover the great minds and finds of ancient and modern Australia in this learning adventure"--Back cover.
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