DuBois, Jill
Summary: "As Korean pop music, skincare trends, food, and television dramas have exploded in popularity far beyond the borders of the nation they came from, many young people have become curious about South Korean culture. This comprehensive guide provides them with more details about South Korea's entertainment industry and cuisine, but it also presents essential facts about this nation's history,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2024
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Summary: "Australia is filled with beautiful landscapes and friendly people. How does the natural world affect life there? How has life changed in Australia from its earliest days to today? Readers find the answers to these questions and many more about life "down under" as they explore the history, environment, and culture of this popular part of the world. The detailed main text features up-to-date...
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Summary: "Bermuda is a popular tourism destination, but what is life like for the people who live on the islands that make up this British territory? Readers discover the answer to this question with the help of comprehensive main text that closely examines Bermuda's history, government, natural world, and culture. Sidebars provide additional information, and colorful photographs and maps give readers a...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square Publishing 2022
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Summary: "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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2023
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Summary: "Vive la France! (Long live France!) The French mostly use this phrase during patriotic celebrations, but tourists to the country are sure to adopt the saying after experiencing all France has to offer. It is consistently the world's top tourist destination"--
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 944 GOFGofen, Ethel
Summary: "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...
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 982 GOFWinter, Jane Kohen
Summary: "Readers take a journey from the beaches to the Andes Mountains in this engaging and informative guide to life in Venezuela. The unique culture of this nation is highlighted in thoroughly updated main text that allows readers to make connections between historical and current events, as well as fun fact boxes and stunning full-color photographs. Recipes are included to add a hands-on component...
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Summary: "Jamaica is a popular tourist destination, but what is life like for the people who live on this Caribbean island? Readers find out as they explore chapters devoted to this nation's geography, government, religious and ethnic groups, leisure activities, and more. Vibrant photographs highlight the beauty of the Jamaican landscape and people, and maps provide an additional visual element....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 972.92 SHEDuBois, Jill
Summary: "For many people outside of Greece, their understanding of this European nation is limited to what happened in ancient times and what food is served at their local Greek diner. However, the story of Greece is much more complex, and readers discover it all in this comprehensive guide to its past, its present, and its path into the future. From the economic crisis that has rocked the nation to...
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Summary: "Sweden is often featured on lists of the happiest countries in the world, so what is it about life in Sweden that makes people so satisfied? Readers explore essential elements of Swedish culture-from the natural beauty citizens are surrounded by to the basics of life such as education and health care and unique elements such as food, festivals, and the arts. Curriculum topics such as history,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2024
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 948.5 GOFLevy, Patricia
Summary: "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...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Cavendish Square 2024