Russia is the largest country in the world, It is one-tenth of the Earth's land area. Russia has a coastline of over 37,600 km and borders 14 countries.
The capital is Moscow
Russia has many different types of landscapes, including frozen coasts, deserts, tall mountains, and huge forests. 
Russia has the world's largest freshwater lake, Lake Baikal, which contains about 20% of the world's unfrozen fresh water. The Volga River is the longest river in Europe and the Ural mountains stretch 1,500 miles from the Arctic Ocean to the Caspian Sea.
People
There are over 120 ethnic groups in Russia, who speak more than 100 languages. However, about 80 percent of Russians are Russian. The largest minority groups are the Tatars and the Ukrainians.
Economy
Russia is the world's largest exporter of natural gas and the second-largest exporter of oil. 
It has the world's largest forest reserves
The first human in space was Russian. Russia has over 40 national parks and 100 wildlife reserves.

John Jr visits Russia

John Jr. with sparkling eyes, looking out of an airplane window

John Jr., a curious 2-year-old with short brown hair, was about to embark on a big adventure. His parents had planned a trip to Russia, the largest country in the world. John Jr. couldn't understand much about the trip, but he knew it was going to be exciting. His little eyes sparkled with anticipation as they boarded the plane.

The Big Adventure Begins

John Jr. laughing in front of St. Basil's Cathedral, with colorful domes in the background

The plane landed in Moscow, the capital of Russia. John Jr. looked out of the window and saw a vast city spread out before him. They visited the Red Square and saw the colorful domes of St. Basil's Cathedral. John Jr. laughed and clapped, enchanted by the sights.

Landing in Moscow

John Jr. at Lake Baikal trying to count ducks, with clear blue water in the background

Next, they traveled to Lake Baikal, the world's largest freshwater lake. John Jr. was amazed by the clear blue water. He tried to count the ducks but there were too many. His parents told him that this lake held 20% of the world's unfrozen fresh water.

The Journey to Lake Baikal

John Jr. picking flowers with tall mountains stretching up to the sky in the background

Their adventure continued to the Ural Mountains. John Jr. felt tiny among the tall mountains stretching up to the sky. They went on a hike and John Jr. picked flowers for his mom. The air was fresh, and the view was breathtaking.

Exploring the Ural Mountains

John Jr. on a boat trying to catch water on the Volga River, with birds and fish around

John Jr. and his family visited the Volga River, the longest river in Europe. They took a boat ride and saw many birds and fish. John Jr. tried to catch the water with his hands, laughing as it slipped through his fingers. It was a day full of sunshine and joy.

A Visit to the Volga River

John Jr. playing with children from different ethnic groups in a village

In a small village, John Jr. met children from one of the 120 ethnic groups in Russia. They didn't speak the same language, but they played and laughed together. John Jr. learned that friendship doesn't need words. He felt happy and connected.

Meeting New Friends

John Jr. looking at a real spaceship in a space museum, dreaming of becoming an astronaut

John Jr.'s dad told him about the first human in space, a Russian. They visited a space museum and saw a real spaceship. John Jr. imagined flying to the stars. He dreamed of becoming an astronaut, exploring space and making new discoveries.

Learning About Space

John Jr. looking at the stars through his bedroom window, reminiscing about his journey

It was time to return home. John Jr. was sad to leave but excited to share his adventures. He had seen so much and made new friends. Back home, he often looked at the stars, remembering his incredible journey. Russia left a mark on his heart forever.