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3) Zambia
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A culturally rich nation, Zambia has a history back to the twelfth century. Vivid storytellers, Zambians are known for passing on tradition and culture through word of mouth. This book contains vivid images, detailed sidebars, and informative references to engage and inform young readers.
4) Burma
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Introduces the geography, history, religious beliefs, government, and people of Burma.
5) India
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"India is a land of variety: cultures, ethnic groups, and languages, landscapes, religions, and art forms. This huge country has a history that stretches over thousands of years, over a backdrop woven of all these threads, and a future that has both profound challenges and much promise"--
6) Japan
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"Japan is a fascinating and beautiful nation of mountains, hot springs, forests, and gleaming, ultramodern cities. Made up of four main islands and thousands of smaller ones, the long narrow East Asian country is just slightly smaller than California. The Japanese name for their country, Nippon, means "sun's origin," because the Japanese once believed that the sun shines first on Japan. From their point of view, of course, this is true every morning...
7) Singapore
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"Singapore has one of the highest population densities of any country on the planet. Who are the people who populate this island republic? Readers discover what the lives of Singapore's citizens are like as they explore text that's been updated to include the most recent information on current events. In addition to basic facts about geography, economics, and cultural pursuits, the text presents an inspiring look at global citizenship through the...
8) Argentina
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"Argentina is the largest country in the world that has Spanish as its main language. This and other fun facts are waiting for readers to discover as they explore the places and people that make this South American nation unique. From its government and environment to its arts and food, each aspect of life in Argentina is the subject of a focused chapter that features the latest facts and vibrant photographs. Fact boxes and maps provide additional...
9) Brazil
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"Readers take a tour through Brazil in this comprehensive look at its geography, history, and culture. As readers explore main text that has been meticulously updated to highlight current events, they also find stunning photographs of Brazil's natural beauty and vibrant way of life. Featuring fact boxes that highlight essential words and phrases to know when traveling to this South American nation and points of interest to put on your itinerary, this...
10) Chile
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"Did you know that Chile is the closest country in the world to Antarctica? Readers discover this and many more fun facts about this South American nation as they explore its history, current events, and culture. The comprehensive, thoroughly updated main text is paired with fun fact boxes and sidebars that expand on important topics, including the curriculum concept of global citizenship. In addition, detailed maps and vivid photographs of Chile's...
11) China
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"Chinese culture is a fascinating mix of ancient and modern, and readers discover how the natural world, government, and history of this vast country have impacted its people for centuries. Featuring the most up-to-date information about life in the most populous country in the world, this focused guide gives readers a comprehensive look at how the past and present come together in China. Vibrant photographs, eye-catching fact boxes, and detailed...
12) Colombia
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"The culture of Colombia is presented to readers in a fresh and vibrant way in this meticulously updated guide. Readers are inspired to think about both the history and current events that have affected and are still affecting this nation as they explore the detailed main text. Additional information is presented in sidebars, which also include short biographies of Colombian citizens who are examples of global citizens. Their stories are sure to inspire...
13) Nepal
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"The isolated nation of Nepal has often been seen as mysterious to outsiders. However, readers are able to discover the truth about what life is like in this country that is most famous for its rugged terrain, including Mount Everest. Thoroughly updated text dives deeply into the history, government, and economy of Nepal, as well as its religions, arts, and cuisine. Stunning photographs capture the beauty of its environment and the diversity of its...
14) Philippines
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An illustrated overview of the history, geography and culture of the Philippines and the people who inhabit these tropical islands.
15) Spain
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"How can you make authentic Spanish food at home? How have Spain's history and geography played a part in the development of its arts and festivals? How are Spanish people embodying the idea of global citizenship? The answers to these questions and many more are found in this updated and comprehensive look at life in Spain. Colorful photographs of Spain's diverse landscapes, cities, and citizens are paired with meticulously researched main text, sidebars,...
16) Germany
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"Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
17) Iran
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"Iran has ancient roots, and readers are guided through its past and present in this comprehensive guide to Iranian life. Focused chapters present the nation's history, economy, natural environment, government, religious groups, arts, and more. As readers explore the pillars of Persian culture, they also encounter full-color photographs of Iran's landmarks and people. Detailed sidebars, maps, recipes, and fact boxes enhance this learning experience,...
18) Iraq
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"Modern wars have shaped today's Iraq and have contributed greatly to the struggles of its people. Readers are taken past the headlines to learn the true story of what it's like to live in Iraq today-from the hardships to the happier moments celebrating with food and family. Focused chapters highlight the nation's history as the home of the Mesopotamian civilization-one of the oldest civilizations-as well as its government, geography, religious and...
19) Ireland
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"Ireland is a nation known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and unique culture. Readers explore these and many other aspects of life on the Emerald Isle in this meticulously researched and updated guide to Irish culture. Focused chapters highlight the tumultuous history of this nation, its natural resources, its arts scene, and much more. Readers even get a taste of Irish cuisine and are invited to try their hand at preparing it with the...
20) Israel
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"Israel is an important place for people of three major religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This has given it a rich history, but it has also led to conflict. Readers take an informative look at what life is like in Israel for people of different groups as they explore meticulously researched text, which has been updated to discuss current events. Vivid, full-color photographs are found throughout chapters that focus on topics such as government,...
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