Collection: Junior Non-Fiction Countries

From the Torres Strait Islands in the north to the rain forests further south, Queensland's varied landscapes and environments shelter unique wildlife and also provide the state with a wealth of natural resources. Find out about the Indigenous and colonial history of Queensland and then discover ...

"From its wineries and coastline in the south, to its deserts in the remote north, South Australia is a state of contrasts. Find out about Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, how it can transform from a brittle salt lake into a wetland. Discover how the early colony of South Australia managed to develop witho...

Victoria's gold rush history and the momentous events that happened at the Eureka Stockade have produced ripples that are still being felt today. Find out what the real significance of the Eureka flag was, and then traverse Victoria to discover all about this state's geography, wildlife, governme...

Western Australia is the largest state in Australia and has a capital city than can claim to be the most isolated in the world. With a sparse population and vast areas of desert and wilderness, Western Australia is a resource-rich state. Its mining industry powers its economy and also underpins t...

Let's go Globetrotters! We're travelling to Austria, birthplace of some of the world's most celebrated musicians. Find out what life is like in Austria. Discover how people live, work and play. Learn about the food, culture and language. And visit some of this unique country's most famous places.

"Describes a visit to Beijing, China, including the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and various other historical and cultural attractions."

"Describes a visit to Buenos Aires, Argentina, including Plaza de Mayo, Teatro Colon, the San Telmo neighborhood, and various other historical and cultural attractions."

"Describes a visit to Cape Town, South Africa, including Robben Island, the Bo-Kaap neighborhood, Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, and various other historical and cultural attractions."

"Describes a visit to Chicago, Illinois, including Millennium Park, the Museum of Science and Industry, Lincoln Park Zoo, and various other historical and cultural attractions."