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Yoro is a young Fulani Boy. The 'Fulani' are a group of people who live in Africa. To become men, young Fulani boys must make a long and difficult journey. The journey is a test. It's now Yoro's turn. What challenges will Yoro meet? Will he succeed?
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Horseback riding is a very important tradition in Mongolia. Each year the people there have a race to celebrate this tradition. However, the race is a little unusual. What kind of race is it? Why is it unusual?
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Part of the The Footprint Reading Library , a non-fiction reading series for English Language learners that presents real-world stories in print, audio and video, this title helps students to become good readers, and also become better at reading non-fiction and information mater...ials. Read more
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In southern Africa, there is a group of people called 'Bushmen.' These people know a lot about wild animals. However, sometimes the Bushmen cannot tell others about the animals, because they don't speak the same language. How can the Bushmen share what they know?
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Cory Roeseler lives in the area and he loves water, sports, and going fast! Roeseler also likes to make new things. What does Roeseler do with these interests? How does he go fast?
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Africa's mountain gorilla population has been getting smaller for many years. But now, the situation is improving. People have been visiting the area and paying to see gorillas in their natural environment. The money is helping to keep the gorillas safe. Will it save them?
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There have been 'souks', or markets, in Middle Eastern and Arab cities for hundreds of years. People can buy food, clothes, shoes, and much more in them. But, there are no prices on the items. How are prices decided? What's the best way to get a good price?
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'Dog sledding' is a popular sport in parts of the United States and Canada. It's a challenge for most competitors. However, one racer named Racheal Scdoris faces some special challenges. What challenges does Rachael face? How does she overcome them?
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Part of the The Footprint Reading Library , a non-fiction reading series for English Language learners to present real-world stories in print, audio and video, this title helps students to become good readers, and also become better at reading non-fiction and information material...s. Read more
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The newly redesigned National Geographic DestinationMaps series strikes the perfect balance between map and guidebook, and they are the ideal resource for touring culturally and geographically unique areas. All maps are double-sided with beautiful photos and detailed travel infor...mation, including comprehensive road networks, local information and natural, historical and cultural places of interest. The maps are printed on durable, waterproof, tear-resistant material that is lightweight and easily folded to fit in your pocket. Read more
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