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What is life like in another country?
Meet Zola, a 10-year-old girl living in Jamaica. Follow a day in her life and discover her favourite lessons, her friendships at school and what styles of folk-dance she learns. This full-colour scrapbook design includes photographs of Zola going about her daily routine.
Along the way, young readers will learn:
• What religions are practiced in Jamaica
• The national dish.
• Common Jamaican...
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Juan Bobo is a Puerto Rican folk character who is a naive, happy-go-lucky trickster that can't do anything right. His personality has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater while his tale, is a part of a larger tradition that spans several world cultures. This jovial book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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A collection of poetry by one of the greatest Indigenous poets of the Americas about the vanished world of his childhood — that of the Maya K'iche'.
Aquí era el paraíso / Here Was Paradise is a selection of poems written by the great Maya poet Humberto Ak'abal. They evoke his childhood in and around the Maya K'iche' village of Momostenango, Guatemala, and also describe his own role as a poet of the place.
Ak'abal
...4) Mexico
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What country has sandy beaches, a rain forest, and volcanoes? MEXICO! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
5) Brazil
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What country has big cities, beaches, and the Amazon Rain Forest? BRAZIL! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
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Discover the diverse wildlife and people of Central America! This social studies book covers the cultures and landmarks throughout the seven countries known as the bridge between the Americas. Plants, animals, and people from all around the world converge in Central America. This teacher-approved book provides students opportunities to understand the lives of people from this beautiful isthmus, including the history of indigenous peoples in the region....
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Explore the past and present in South America! This social studies book describes the rich histories and cultures of the twelve countries that make up South America. Learn about the Inca Empire, the Andes Mountains, and much more with this teacher-approved book. Students will get the chance to understand the lives of people from South America, including the history of indigenous peoples on the continent. The book covers the geography, history, economics,...
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Welcome to the Caribbean! Readers are invited along to learn about a tropical paradise in this nonfiction reader that features vibrant, colorful photos, informational text, charts, and maps. From the delicious fruit to the exotic animals, children will be engaged from beginning to end.
9) Guatemala
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In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Guatemala. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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The people of Venezuela have a vibrant culture replete with festivals, music, art, dance, and special foods. And don't forget about the magnificent landscape, including the largest lake in South America, the tallest waterfall in the world, and oil-Venezuela has the largest reserve on Earth! This book presents the nation, often in the news, in all its complexity, yet with accessible language to help clarify advanced social studies concepts for readers...
13) Nicaragua
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From its volcanic peaks to the turquoise waters of its Caribbean coastal beaches, Nicaragua is a beautiful country in Central America. Tourists come here to hike, surf, scuba dive, and visit the country's small rural villages and towns. Through fun fact boxes, engaging sidebars, and detailed photographs, readers learn about the country's unique cultural details including its food, sports, government, and language. This exciting exploration of the...
14) Angel Falls
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Called Salto Ángel in Spanish, Angel Falls sends water tumbling more than 3,212 feet (979 meters) off the cliff of a mountain named Auyán Tepui. The water falls so far that it makes a deafening roar as it hits the rocks and water below. Discover more in Angel
Falls, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series.
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Latin America is a region that consists of 13 dependencies and 20 countries including Argentina and Brazil. Because of the area's wide breadth, diverse geography, and unique colonization patterns, there are many distinct sub-cultures that all offer a different perspective on life in the region. Along with eye-catching full-color images, this book's informative narrative examines these many cultures and explains how they came to be. Guided by sidebars...
16) Jamaica
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Jamaica is the home of reggae, the world's fastest runners, and some of the most beautiful beaches on Earth. This book introduces readers to the geography and history of Jamaica, and how those things impact life there today. Readers will learn about the government, pastimes, traditions, foods, and festivals of Jamaica. This book gives a comprehensive look at Jamaica, past and present, through stunning photographs and engaging text. Readers will take...
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From National Book Award nominee Edwidge Danticat comes a brilliantly crafted story of hope and imagination--a powerful tribute to Haiti and children around the world!
Hope comes alive in this heartfelt and deeply resonating story.While Junior is trapped for 8 days beneath his collapsed house after an earthquake, he uses his imagination for comfort. Drawing on beautiful, everyday-life memories, Junior paints a sparkling picture of Haiti for each...
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How many countries are in South America? Where is the world's tallest waterfall? How long is the Amazon River? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of South America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities,...
19) Argentina
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This fact-filled book begins with an overview of Argentina, then goes on to explore the nation's geography, history, economy, wildlife, cultural traditions, and much more. Readers will learn a variety of information, including how this nation's people like to celebrate and what they like to eat. Vibrant photographs attract the reader's attention, while lively text provides important information and fun facts on a wealth of topics.
20) South America
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Traveling the world isn't always an option, but reading about it can be! With the help of this engaging book, young readers have the opportunity to take an up-close look at the fascinating continent of South America. Simple diagrams help break down key concepts, while easy-to-follow maps help readers understand, where in the world and within the continent-different features are located. Accessible text and captivating photographs ensure that even...
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