Islands

Dispersed throughout enormous oceans, islands are like nature’s hidden jewels, each with a unique story inscribed in its surroundings. They extend an invitation to us, promising adventure and tranquility as well as a haven from the hectic mainland. Islands display a vast diversity in both topography and culture, ranging from tropical paradises with palm-fringed beaches and crystal-clear blue waters to craggy cliffs cloaked in mist and mystery.

Their soaring volcanic peaks and vivid coral reefs teeming with life beneath the waves enthrall us. Islands create distinct ecosystems that need to be preserved since they are home to a wide range of flora and fauna that are not found anywhere else. Islands must be conserved because, despite their beauty, they are threatened by the water and by human activity.

Yet, beyond their breathtaking beauty, islands are hubs of resilience and adaptation. Their communities have crafted lives deeply intertwined with the rhythms of the ocean and the abundance of the land.

Explore the world’s biggest islands with this ebook. It contains facts about the 10 biggest islands, and some follow-up questions.