Discover the world!
Exploring the world is an exciting business. On every continent there are exciting stories to hear and great people to meet. Get to know the cultures, animals, sights and special features of the continents with the children:
Africa
Malaika & Tayo show us Africa! The species-rich animal world there attracts many visitors again and again. Here you can observe, among others, lions, elephants and zebras in their natural habitat, the open landscape called savannah. Some inhabitants of Africa still live in mud huts, because here it is easy to escape the heat of the day and some heat is stored for the night. In Egypt, which is a country of Africa, there are other special structures - the pyramids, which were built several thousand years ago.
Antarctica
Yuna & Yoshito show us Asia! Particularly well-known animals are the panda bears, which feed mainly on bamboo. In addition, Asia is home to tigers that live in grasslands and rainforests, and large apes called orangutans that also thrive in rainforests. One of the most famous landmarks of Asia is the Great Wall of China, which winds through the mountain ranges. Also famous are a wide variety of temples, which are important places to visit for the inhabitants. The mighty skylines, such as that of Dubai, are also impressive.
Australia
Amelia & Ratu show us Australia! Here you can find the eucalyptus-eating koalas, the fast ratites called emus, as well as kangaroos, the hopping marsupials. The underwater world of Australia with the colorful fish and colorful corals at the Great Barrier Reef is impressive, as well as the natural rock formation of the three sisters ("Three Sisters"). Another landmark of Australia is the Sydney Opera House, which is a real eye-catcher with its striking architectural style.
Europe
Lisa & Tom show us Europe! In the forests live many foxes and deer - but you don't often get to see them, because they are very shy. A common bird species is the blue tit with its characteristic colors. Well-known buildings include windmills, which are used to generate energy. The Colosseum in Rome is a very famous amphitheater where fights were fought. In Europe there are many castles, one of the most famous is Neuschwanstein Castle in the south of Germany.
North America
Minitou & Nashoba show us North America! Here you can find especially many grizzly bears living in the forests and tundra. The bald eagle soars majestically over the lakes and coasts to catch fish and in the vastness you can see wild horses called mustangs. In North America, there are especially many national parks, such as Grand Canyon National Park, which is a popular destination with tourists. In Mexico, there are the Chichén Itzà pyramids, which date back to the Mayan period. The Statue of Liberty represents the Roman goddess Libertas and was a gift from France. The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge that stands at the entrance to San Francisco Bay.
South America
Leandra & Mateo show us South America! Toucans live in tropical regions, and each toucan has an individual beak coloring, just like humans have a fingerprint. Special animals are llamas, which have their natural occurrence only in South America. Sloths also like to hang from the trees, moving very slowly so as not to expend too much energy. South America is known for its great waterfalls, such as "Salto Angel". A famous statue is "Cristo Redentor" - it stands on a mountain with its arms spread out. The colorful houses in La Boca are eye-catchers, they were built from the tin of old ships and painted colorful.