Spotlight on South Korea introduces children to the country of South Korea in Asia, whose nearest neighbors are China, Japan, and North Korea. South Korea is mostly mountainous, and there are about 3,000 islands off its coasts. Most South Koreans have moved from the countryside to the cities, especially its capital Seoul, the countrys largest city. Young readers will learn about South Koreas history, the daily life of Koreans, as well as about Korean festivals and culture.