Bjorklund, Ruth
Summary: Afghanistan has long been a land of great turmoil. It has seen conflicts between internal factions and wars involving foreign nations. However, it is also a land of great beauty, with a rich culture and a long, fascinating history. Readers will get an up-close look at life in Afghanistan, from what people eat and do for fun to where they live and what kinds of jobs they do. They will also learn...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2018
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Summary: Jutting westward into the Atlantic Ocean, Senegal is continental Africas westernmost country. Readers will cross the dry desert sands of the Sahara, walk the streets of Dakar, and make their way through dense tropical rainforests as they explore this amazing country and learn about its history, government, and economy. They will also learn about life in Senegal, from what the average school day...
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Summary: Located near the center of the European continent, Hungary has almost constantly found itself in the middle of international conflict over the past 2,000 years. Readers will find out how these conflicts have brought about major changes in the country and what this has meant for Hungary's people. They will also dive into traditional Hungarian culture, explore its beautiful wilderness, and find...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016
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Summary: A beautiful Caribbean island known for its warm, sunny weather and breathtaking landscapes, Jamaica is home to a rich blend of African and European cultural traditions. Readers will tour Jamaica's scenic landscapes and vibrant cities as they explore the nation's history and culture. They will also examine Jamaica's government and economy and find out what it is like to live there today.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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Summary: Just slightly smaller than the state of Alaska, Peru is home to ocean beaches, snow-capped mountains, humid jungles, dry deserts, and more. Readers will cross the country’s incredible landscapes and visit its towns and cities as they learn how Peruvians live today. They will also explore Peru’s fascinating history, learn how it is governed and how its economy works, and much more.
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Summary: Located in far northern Europe, Finland is a land of vast, green forests and long, cold winters. It is also a watery place, with thousands of lakes and islands. Readers will explore Finland’s rich and fascinating history, from its earliest days to the present. They will also find out how the people of Finland live, from what they like to eat and which languages they speak and which kinds of...
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Summary: Explores the history, economy, geography, religion, customs and culture of Brazil.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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Summary: Describes the geography, history, culture, religion, and people of the North African country of Algeria.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2017
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 965 HINMara, Wil
Summary: Consisting of a diamond-shaped main island and dozens of other, smaller islands, Singapore is not a very large country. However, despite its small size, it plays a major role in the world economy. Readers will trace Singapore's fascinating history from ancient times to the latest developments. They will get a close look at the country's landscapes, animals, and people as they dive into the...
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 959.5 MARRogers Seavey, Lura
Summary: With the largest population of any African country, Nigeria is home to a remarkably diverse group of people from many different ethnic and religious backgrounds. Its vast natural resources also make it one of Africa's leading economic powers. Readers will explore this incredible country's history from its earliest settlement to the present day. They will also tour its beautiful wilderness for a...
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 966.9 ROGSonneborn, Liz
Summary: Among the largest and most populous of the Latin American nations, Mexico is a land of great contrasts. It is home to ancient ruins and modern cities. Its borders contain vast, harsh deserts and lush, beautiful beaches. Readers will explore the many sides of Mexico as they venture into the heart of this amazing country. They will learn about its long history and unique culture, find out what...
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Summary: Home to many mountains, including the highest point on the planet, Tibet is sometimes called "The Roof of the World." Despite Tibet's official status as a part of China, the country's people widely consider it to be an independent nation. Readers will trace Tibet's long history to discover how this conflict came to be. Along the way, they will find out how Tibet's people live, how the region is...
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of China."--Provided by publisher.
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Ivory Coast."--Provided by publisher.
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Summary: A small nation located along West Africa’s Atlantic coast, Liberia was established in the 1820s as a colony for former slaves and other free blacks living in the United States. Readers will discover how this came to be, how the colony became an independent nation, and how it changed over time. They will also explore the country’s beautiful geography, sample some of its diverse native wildlife,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2015
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Summary: Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, sports, arts, religions, culture, and people of the United States.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2013
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Summary: One of the largest nations in Europe, Ukraine has experienced many tumultuous periods throughout its history. Readers will explore the nation's incredible story, from its earliest settlement more than 40,000 years ago to its recent political upheaval in 2014. They will be immersed in the country's rich culture and traditions, finding out how Ukrainian people live, eat, work, and communicate....
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, and geography of Antarctica"--Provided by publisher.
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Summary: "This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Cambodia."--Provided by publisher.
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Summary: Though it is only about the size of Iowa, Bangladesh is one of the world’s most populous countries. It has faced many difficulties, but it rich in history and culture. Readers will explore the nation’s beautiful landscapes and densely-packed cities as they find out how the country was first settled and how it has changed over time. They will also learn about Bangladesh’s government, its...
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Summary: A proud nation that has overcome adversity time after time through its long history, the Czech Republic stands as a gateway between Eastern and Western Europe. Readers will explore its beautiful landscapes, visit its amazing cities, and see how people live there today. They will also learn about the Czech Republic’s history, its current government and economy, and what role it plays in world...
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 943.71 ROGSomervill, Barbara A.
Summary: Bordering seven other countries, Niger is a landlocked nation in the heart of western Africa. Due to economic troubles, frequent civil wars and disruption of the government, and other problems, poverty is a major issue throughout the country. Nevertheless, Niger is a land of rich history and vibrant culture. Readers will find out what life is like for the people of Niger, from what they learn...
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Summary: Discusses the history, geography, wildlife, government, economy, religion, culture, and people of North Korea.
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Summary: With its diverse range of mountains, valleys, forests, beaches, and more, New Zealand is famous for having some of the world's most incredible natural landscapes. Readers will learn all about life on this island nation, from what people eat to how they spend their free time. They will also learn about New Zealand's remarkable history and find out how the country is governed today.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc. 2016