Books in Letters from Around the World series

This series provides young readers with an illustrated introduction to different countries of the world. The individual books illustrate the distinctive features of each country and enable children to compare their lives and customs with those of other lands and cultures. The series also aims to explain simply the social, economic and environmental issues facing each country today. This book looks at different aspects of Canada, the second largest country in the world, a land of great variety that is both modern and wild, with extremes in landscape and climate and rich in minerals, forests, wildlife and fertile farmland. The author examines topics such as Canada's history, wildlife, land and climate, daily life, education, sport and leisure, religion and festivals, agriculture, industry and government. The book also looks at current issues in Canada, such as the conflict between the fur traders of the north, conservationists and the effects of acid rain on Canadian forests and lakes. Jack Brickenden has been a newspaper, radio and TV journalist, promotion manager for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and has also written Wayland's "We Live in Canada".

Secret serpents, devilish demons, mysterious magicians — the folk tales of Iraq are filled with otherworldly creatures, enchantment, and earthy humor. During her time spent in the Middle East, award-winning novelist Elizabeth Laird gathered together the very best Iraqi stories, ranging from thieving porcupines who get their come-uppance to the hilarious tale of the chaos caused by a handsome stranger who knocks at a house harboring a marriageable daughter. Meticulously researched, these stories reveal the true, traditional heart of Iraq, far removed from today's news headlines.

During the times of social distancing due to the novel coronavirus, Leo, Ana, and Santi stay at home. There are so many things to do, that each day promises to be an adventure. The books in the series "Around the world" are intended to accompany the little ones in their first steps to become global citizens. Additionally, the books favor early reading by presenting large print texts separated from the illustrations. When repeatedly read to the children, they can create a growing visual vocabulary. The books are consistent with the early reading programs developed initially by Glenn Doman ® and later adapted by Elisa Guerra to be used at schools. Each book in this series was written by Elisa Guerra and illustrated by her daughter Ana RoGu, who, from her earliest years, enjoyed a homeschooling program with her mother and siblings, following the programs by Glenn Doman. Leo, Ana, and Santi, Elisa's children, were the inspiration behind these books for the early learning of all children. If you want to learn more about early reading programs for young children, visit: for parents, www.iahp.org. and for educators: www.elisaguerra.info