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Books in Country Profiles series

  • Kenya

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Zebras, wildebeest, and gazelles march across the Kenyan savanna while lions lazily nap through the heat of the day. The nations wildlife shares the land with the majority of Kenyas many tribes and other ethnic groups. Celebrate the life and beauty of Kenya through informative text and eye-catching photos!
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  • Thailand

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    In Thailand, history and beauty collide! Beyond its bustling cities, this scenic country features a lush landscape that houses many diverse wildlife species. At the center of it all, a rich cultural heritage lives on in Thailands many historic Buddhist temples. Young readers will be fascinated by this vibrant title about a unique country and its customs. Narrative openings take readers to major landmarks. Photo labels identify specific places, people groups, and animals. Captions further explain photos. Landmark sidebars list top landmarks. Detailed country maps show city locations and physical features. World maps point out continent locations. Climate sidebars show capital city temperatures. Animal profiles show range maps and conservation status bars for popular animals. Well-organized chapters allow students to identify key details of a country. Maps, timelines, and other visual features offer clarity to the text. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Indonesia

    Christina Leaf

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Spanning across 17,500 islands in Southeast Asia, Indonesia is a nation filled with diversity. From a landscape of volcanic mountains, rain forests, and swamps to a population of more than 300 different people groups, there is so much to discover on this nations islands. This titles leveled text provides an engaging reading experience, while special features such as language, a recipe, and fast facts about Indonesias population, religions, government and more provide additional information. Take a trip to this island nation in this fun title! Adventure abroad! This series takes young explorers on a world tour. Readers will stop at famous landmarks, meet new people groups, and experience unique customs and holidays. To further celebrate cultural diversity, these books teach how to speak foreign words, cook staple foods, and play traditional games.
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  • Belgium

    Chris Bowman

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Boasting cultural riches, Belgium is where readers dreaming of travel can experience castle-filled towns, visual and musical arts, and buzzing urban hubs. Each bright page of this title provides engaging text and photos, while labeled maps, a traditional recipe, a language feature, a timeline, and more give readers a chance to experience the nation from afar!
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  • South Sudan

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2019)
    South Sudans recent beginnings stem from people seeking freedom and peace. As the nation grows, the values of tribal strength and independence add to the natural wonder that spans across the savannas and swamplands. Readers will explore the people, customs, land, and much more in this title about South Sudan.
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  • Japan

    Marty Gitlin

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    In the United States, a bow is most often taken by a performer at the end of a concert or play. But in Japan, a bow is the traditional gesture to greet another person. This country close-up teaches upper-elementary students Japanese customs and much more about the Asian island nation.
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  • France

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Did you know that at first Parisians disliked the addition of the Eiffel Tower to their city? They thought the landmark, which is now Frances most famous, was ugly! This childrens title narrates a sightseeing trip around France. Readers can judge the beauty of the countrys landmarks and culture for themselves.
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  • Ireland

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    It is no wonder this island of green celebrates its nation on the greenest of all holidays, St. Patricks Day! Every March 17, the people of Ireland kick off a three-day celebration to honor their country and their patron saint. Irelands many celebrations, people, landscapes, and more are highlighted in this striking book. Narrative openings take readers to major landmarks. Photo labels identify specific places, people groups, and animals. Captions further explain photos. Landmark sidebars list top landmarks. Detailed country maps show city locations and physical features. World maps point out continent locations. Climate sidebars show capital city temperatures. Animal profiles show range maps and conservation status bars for popular animals. Well-organized chapters allow students to identify key details of a country. Maps, timelines, and other visual features offer clarity to the text. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Germany

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Germany is famous for many things. Cars, art, and classical music are a few, but there is another shining star among them. Its the wurst! Germany is the home of hundreds of types of sausages. This title will fulfill young readers hunger for Germany as it explores the culture, landscape, and much more! Narrative openings take readers to major landmarks. Photo labels identify specific places, people groups, and animals. Captions further explain photos. Landmark sidebars list top landmarks. Detailed country maps show city locations and physical features. World maps point out continent locations. Climate sidebars show capital city temperatures. Animal profiles show range maps and conservation status bars for popular animals. Well-organized chapters allow students to identify key details of a country. Maps, timelines, and other visual features offer clarity to the text. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Canada

    Emily Rose Oachs

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    O Canada! The opening words of the Canadian national anthem are a fitting exclamation for appreciating the country sometimes called the True North. Canadas untouched wilderness, Arctic animals, and native peoples are all worthy of a shout-out. This read points out to capable young readers what makes Canada special.
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  • Sweden

    Amy Rechner

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Jan. 1, 2018)
    There are few places in the world to view the worlds most amazing light show. As fall moves into the frigid winter months, rural Sweden is the perfect place to view the Northern Lights! Curtains of color dance across the horizon and add even more beauty to this dazzling country. Readers can cozy up and enjoy all there is to know about Sweden in this fascinating country profile. Narrative openings take readers to major landmarks. Photo labels identify specific places, people groups, and animals. Captions further explain photos. Landmark sidebars list top landmarks. Detailed country maps show city locations and physical features. World maps point out continent locations. Climate sidebars show capital city temperatures. Animal profiles show range maps and conservation status bars for popular animals. Well-organized chapters allow students to identify key details of a country. Maps, timelines, and other visual features offer clarity to the text. Table of contents, glossary, index are also included.
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  • Mexico

    Marty Gitlin

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Mexico is a cactus capital. Giant cardon, the worlds tallest cactuses, grow in the Sonoran Desert. They reach heights up to 63 feet! And Mexicans also eat the stems of prickly pear cactuses like vegetables! This country profile takes kids south of the border to explore Mexico.
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