Books with title Sweden

Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!Founded centuries ago, the country of Sweden has long enjoyed a reputation for peace and prosperity. Readers will dive into the incredible history of this Scandinavian nation, from its founding to its position in the modern world. They will also explore Swedish culture, tour the country's most breathtaking sights, and get a close look at the local plants and wildlife.

In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Sweden. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

A truly exciting place, Sweden has many interesting sights, traditions, and people living there today. Readers will discover what the country is like in this book, which discusses the country's language, history, customs, and celebrations. Presented in easy-to-understand yet informative language, and complete with vivid photographs and an engaging design, this book offers early readers a unique opportunity to learn about the culture of Sweden.

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.

Illustrated with full-color, specially commissioned photographs and informative maps, "The Countries of the World" series draws students into some of the world's most interesting and important countries with current, detailed information on virtually everything that defines life in a particular place, from economy and the environment to geography and social trends. The books trace similar paths through life in each country, making them useful for comparative studies or for an in-depth look into a single country. Each attractively designed book contains a wealth of information presented in easy-to-read text, valuable case studies that highlight important topics (such as a flooding, a particular industry, a specific example of urban regeneration, or an environmental problem), and key statistics as well as clearly formulated charts and diagrams.

Readers are presented with an overview of Sweden's geography, culture, people, government, and daily life. Intriguing text, informative sidebars, detailed maps, and full-color photographs give readers a glimpse into life in this unique country. Additional features include a table of contents, a glossary of key words and phrases, a fast-fact section, and an area listing sources for further research.