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1) Austria
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
"Austria is a country known for its varied history and beautiful scenery. Popular figures from the country include Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Von Trapp family, and Arnold Schwarzenegger. In this engaging book, readers learn about Austrias past, its present, and the ways in which it is working toward the future." -- Publisher's website.
2) Romania
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Romania.
3) Cuba
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Cuba is a beautiful and fascinating country in the midst of exciting changes. After fifty years under Fidel Castro, the small island nation is looking forward to new leadership and a new relationship with the United States. This book explores Cubas past, present, and future and discusses what it is like to live in the country today." --
4) Jamaica
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Jamaica is a popular tourist destination, but what is life like for the people who live on this Caribbean island? Readers find out as they explore chapters devoted to this nation's geography, government, religious and ethnic groups, leisure activities, and more. Vibrant photographs highlight the beauty of the Jamaican landscape and people, and maps provide an additional visual element. Sidebars and fact boxes help develop a sense of curiosity about...
5) Pakistan
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"The South Asian land we now call Pakistan has been home to different important groups and civilizations since ancient times, but it did not become its own nation until it was separated from India by the British in 1947. Readers dive deep into Pakistan's past as they explore the relationship between history and contemporary culture. Focused chapters highlight Pakistan's geography, religious groups, government, and more, and readers also develop a...
6) Zimbabwe
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Readers explore the history, geography, and cultural landscape of Zimbabwe in this updated guide to an important African nation that supplements social studies curriculum topics and inspires an interest in world travel. Comprehensive text is paired with colorful photographs. In addition, fact boxes introduce readers to a new language, point out popular places to visit, and provide tips for traveling to Zimbabwe. Maps highlight the country's topography,...
7) Lebanon
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Lebanon has a rich, varied, and at times difficult past. This book examines the key aspects of life in Lebanon today--its history, geography, economy, environment, language, and lifestyle--and discusses the country's existence in the global community.
8) Guatemala
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
A land of extremes, from active volcanic peaks to dense rain forests, Guatemala has sustained great civilizations and attracted foreign conquerors. While shadows of its vicious, decades-long civil war still linger, Guatemala's people work toward peace and stability. Illuminating photographs and insightful facts help the reader discover what it's like to live in Guatemala.
9) Cambodia
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 10.1 - AR Pts: 4
Language
English
Description
Describes the geography, history, government, economy, culture, and people of Cambodia.
10) Angola
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Angola"--Provided by publisher.