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Flying—How Did It Start? How Safe Is It? 3-12

Who were the first men to fly? How have planes changed our lives? How safe is flying today? How can you overcome fear of flying?

Rio de Janeiro—Beautiful and Challenging 14

How did this Brazilian city get its name? What makes it unique? Why is it worth a visit?

Costa Rica’s Mysterious Stone Spheres 22

How were they made? What purpose did they serve?

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“Blériot XI” monoplane, first to cross English Channel, 1909

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Courtesy of National Museum of Costa Rica