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Costa Rica is a popular vacation destination, but what is life like for the people who call this Central American country home? Readers find out as they journey into the rainforest to discover how geography, history, language, and more come together to shape a nation's culture. Each chapter highlights one specific aspect of life in Costa Rica-from the foods people eat to the holidays they celebrate. These chapters are filled with detailed text, as...

"Simple text and photographs present kangaroos, how they look, where they live, and what they do"--Provided by publisher.

"The North African nation of Morocco has an incredibly rich culture, and readers explore the many aspects of that culture in this compelling and comprehensive guide. As readers navigate chapters that highlight topics such as the environment, history, and arts of Morocco, they are invited to think critically about how cultures develop over centuries and what factors affect that development. They are also invited to explore the concept of global citizenship...

"Readers explore the Kingdom of Denmark in this detailed guide to what life is like in this Scandinavian country. The comprehensive text has been updated to include the most recent statistics concerning Danish demographics and life in Denmark, as well as a thorough overview of current events in the kingdom. Equipped with this knowledge, readers are able to see how the past and present both play a part in a nation's culture. As they discover recipes,...

Life in Sudan is not easy. Many people live in poverty, and violence and war are facts of life. However, the people of this nation still hold tightly to their cultural identity and traditions. Readers explore the many factors that contribute to that cultural identity as they examine focused chapters detailing Sudan's history, economy, geography, arts, and more. Each chapter is enhanced with photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes that foster a deeper...

Presents a visual guide to the people, battles, and events of America's war for independence, and includes explanatory text. Become an eyewitness to the American struggle for independence, from the events that sparked the war all the way through to the signing of the Constitution. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour through revolutionary America. Discover how American soldiers won battles against the great British Empire, plus see...

"Are YOU small? This tiny question allows readers to zoom in from an average-sized kid down to a single quark"-- Provided by publisher.

"Great Britain is a place where the past and present often seem to exist alongside each other-where medieval castles can be found a short drive from modern cities and where traditional British cuisine is sometimes served in the same restaurant as the latest culinary trends. Readers are encouraged to think critically about the connections between Britain's past and present as they explore the many intersections of culture and diversity in Great Britain....

"A look at giraffes, including their habitats, physical characteristics such as their long necks, behaviors, relationships with humans, and valued status in the world today"-- Provided by publisher.

"The nation of South Africa has been through its share of struggles. From British colonialism to the brutal system of apartheid, South Africans-especially Black South Africans-throughout history have worked hard to build and hold on to their unique culture in challenging times. Readers explore both the history and present cultural environment of South Africa in this carefully updated guide to Africa's southernmost nation. Fact boxes, full-color photographs,...