Amazon River (Earth's Incredible Places)Author: Sangma Francis Illustrator: Rmolo D'Hiplito Beginning with a tiny trickle high in the mountains, smaller streams join until they form the worlds largest river. Crossing a continent, it winds through lush rainforests until it meets the ocean. From piranhas to the giant anaconda, this mighty waterway is home to the worlds most incredible ecosystem. Welcome to the Amazon River.