Northern Mariana Islands
| AUTHOR | Bongiorno, Elissa |
| PUBLISHER | PowerKids Press (07/30/2024) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Library Binding) |
Description
Fourteen islands in the western Pacific Ocean make up the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Settled thousands of years ago and first visited by European explorer Magellan in the 1500s, the islands have been held by the Spanish, German, Japanese, and U.S. governments. They were bases for both Japan and the United States during World War II. This territory's beautiful beaches now draw many tourists to the area. The islands are also known for diverse wildlife, active volcanoes, and regular typhoons. This informative guide will transport readers to these captivating islands through full-color photographs, primary sources, and a timeline.
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Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781725329119
ISBN-10:
1725329115
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
32
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
7.00 x 0.30 x 8.60 inches
Weight:
0.52 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Maps,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Sociology
Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - General
Juvenile Nonfiction | Places - General
Grade Level:
3rd Grade
- 7th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
996.7
Library of Congress Control Number:
2024000262
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Fourteen islands in the western Pacific Ocean make up the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Settled thousands of years ago and first visited by European explorer Magellan in the 1500s, the islands have been held by the Spanish, German, Japanese, and U.S. governments. They were bases for both Japan and the United States during World War II. This territory's beautiful beaches now draw many tourists to the area. The islands are also known for diverse wildlife, active volcanoes, and regular typhoons. This informative guide will transport readers to these captivating islands through full-color photographs, primary sources, and a timeline.
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