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Books in Enchantment of the World series

  • Cambodia

    Wil Mara

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2017)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!The Southeast Asian country of Cambodia has faced many challenges over the past several decades, including multiple coups, environmental destruction, and a horrifying genocide. However, despite these difficulties, the people of Cambodia are looking toward the future. Readers will explore the country's fascinating history and see how the country's people live today. They will also get a close look at Cambodia's many plant and animal species, its beautiful natural landscapes, and much more.
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  • Turkey

    Tamra Orr

    Library Binding (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Located at the intersection of Asia, Africa, and Europe, Turkey is the only nation in the world to occupy land on three different continents. Readers will discover how Turkish culture blends influences from all three continents, resulting in a unique blend of tradition, language, and cuisine that can't be found anywhere else. They will also learn about Turkey's history, find out how its government works, and tour some of its most incredible sights. The complex text in this title allows the reader to explore unique features of the country and determine how key details support the main idea of the text. Text features, such as bold print, captions, and call-out boxes provide clarity and help students locate answerrs to questions.
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  • Haiti

    Liz Sonneborn

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!The tiny Caribbean nation of Haiti was devastated by a massive earthquake. Since then, it has struggled to make a complete recovery, suffering setbacks such as a 2016 hurricane that left thousands dead. But despite these difficulties, Haiti remains a remarkable nation. Readers will learn all about Haitian history and culture. They will also find out how the country is governed, what drives its economy, and more.
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  • Morocco

    Ettagale Blauer, Jason Lauré

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2015)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Located along the northwestern edge of Africa, Morocco's proximity to both Europe and the Middle East has led it to develop a unique culture throughout its history. Readers will explore the nation's entire history, from its earliest settlement to its time as a site of European colonization to its current status as the only monarchy in North Africa. They will also get a close look at the diverse wildlife of its mountains, deserts, and beaches, and tour its beautiful cities.
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  • Saudi Arabia

    Nel Yomtov

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Founded in 1932, Saudi Arabia is a relatively young nation compared to most other countries. However, its rich oil resources have given it a major role in the events of the 20th and 21st centuries. Readers will explore Saudi Arabia's incredible history, from its earliest settlement thousands of years ago to its current status as one of the world's wealthiest nations. They will also learn about the country's rich culture, explore its cities and towns, and find out what life is like for the Saudi people today. The complex text in this title allows the reader to explore unique features of the country and determine how key details support the main idea of the text. Text features, such as bold print, captions, and call-out boxes provide clarity and help students locate answerrs to questions.
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  • France

    Don Nardo

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Describes the geography, plants, animals, history, economy, language, sports, arts, religions, culture, and people of France.
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  • Haiti

    Nel Yomtov

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Aug. 16, 2012)
    Traces the tumultuous history of this Caribbean island nation, along with such topics as religion, culture, the economy, and the struggle to recover from a devastating 2010 earthquake.
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  • Denmark

    R. Conrad Stein

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2017)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!A small Scandinavian nation occupying a peninsula and hundreds of islands, Denmark is home to fewer than 6 million people. However, despite its small size, the country plays a big role in the global economy. Readers will explore Denmark's rich history, from its settlement in prehistoric times to its modern status as one of the world's most prosperous nations. They will also learn about the country's unique style of government, its thriving economy, local cuisine and entertainment, and much more.
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  • Côte d'Ivoire

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Feb. 1, 2019)
    Learn all about the Ivory Coast.Nestled along the coast of West Africa, Côte d'Ivoire - or Ivory Coast - is a lush and beautiful land of tropical forests, grasslands, and wetlands crisscrossed by blue rivers and streams. Readers will get a close look at this gorgeous scenery as they explore Ivory Coast and learn about its wildlife, history, and government. They will also learn about local celebrations, find out what sports the country's people like to play, and much more. Features include maps and photos; sidebars that highlight individuals, places and events; fun facts and statistics; a timeline; economic information; flags and more.
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  • Tibet

    Liz Sonneborn

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2016)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!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 governed, and much more. They will also get a close-up look at its beautiful landscapes and diverse wildlife.
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  • Greenland

    Ruth Bjorklund

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Despite its name, Greenland isn't very green. Rather, it is covered almost entirely in rock, ice, and snow. And though it is the world's largest island, few people live there. Readers will find out what it is like to live in Greenland's remote communities. They will also get a look at the country's interesting history, see which kinds of plants and animals live there, and much more.
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  • Nepal

    Nel Yomtov

    Library Binding (Children's Press, Sept. 1, 2018)
    Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Squeezed between India and Tibet, Nepal is one of the most diverse countries in the world. Its landscape stretches from thick subtropical forests to deep, lush valleys to the spectacular peaks of the Himalayan mountain range. The variety of plant and animal life in Nepal is also spectacular. Readers will see all of this and much more as they learn about the country's remarkable history and culture.
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