The Amazon River is about 4,000 miles long. Brazil takes up more than 48 percent of South America s total area. These and other fun facts about South America are waiting for readers to discover as they explore the relationship between geography and math. Readers learn fascinating stats about South America, and they are able to use those stats to solve problems that support common math curriculum topics. A helpful answer key is included for them to check their results. South America s colorful landscape is shown through vibrant photographs, and detailed maps guide readers on their journey through this continent. Detailed Table of Contents, Fact Boxes, Glossary, Index.

South America -- A big continent -- Rain forests -- The Amazon river -- Lakes -- Waterfalls -- Coasts -- Islands -- The Galapagos Islands -- Mountains -- Deserts -- What a continent! -- Math challenge answers.