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Take a trip to the Galápagos Islands while learning decimals! The Galápagos Islands are a vibrant green and blue archipelago, teeming with fascinating wildlife and unparalleled beauty. Come swim with sea lions, fly with bats, and flock with finches on a visit to this enchanting world at the equator that is unlike any other place on earth. This informational text builds math content knowledge and literacy skills, and uses real-world examples to help...
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Juan Bobo is a Puerto Rican folk character who is a naive, happy-go-lucky trickster that can't do anything right. His personality has inspired songs, literary compositions and theater while his tale, is a part of a larger tradition that spans several world cultures. This jovial book contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts the folktale from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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What is life like in another country?
Meet Zola, a 10-year-old girl living in Jamaica. Follow a day in her life and discover her favourite lessons, her friendships at school and what styles of folk-dance she learns. This full-colour scrapbook design includes photographs of Zola going about her daily routine.
Along the way, young readers will learn:
• What religions are practiced in Jamaica
• The national dish.
• Common Jamaican...
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Journey to the remote and isolated place known as Easter Island. The island has a rich culture and history, as well as some giant statues called moai. Many people visit Easter Island to see and learn about the island's unexplained mysteries from the past. Plot a course for adventure as you learn to plot number patterns! This informational text builds math content knowledge and literacy skills, and uses real-world examples to help students explore...
5) Brazil
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What country has big cities, beaches, and the Amazon Rain Forest? BRAZIL! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
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Explore the past and present in South America! This social studies book describes the rich histories and cultures of the twelve countries that make up South America. Learn about the Inca Empire, the Andes Mountains, and much more with this teacher-approved book. Students will get the chance to understand the lives of people from South America, including the history of indigenous peoples on the continent. The book covers the geography, history, economics,...
7) Mexico
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What country has sandy beaches, a rain forest, and volcanoes? MEXICO! Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
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Discover the diverse wildlife and people of Central America! This social studies book covers the cultures and landmarks throughout the seven countries known as the bridge between the Americas. Plants, animals, and people from all around the world converge in Central America. This teacher-approved book provides students opportunities to understand the lives of people from this beautiful isthmus, including the history of indigenous peoples in the region....
9) Sloths
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Hang out in the treetops of the Amazon rain forest with the sloth! Engaging text and oversized, striking photos invite readers to travel to South America and learn about the sloth's body structure, diet, life cycle, social behavior, habitat, predators, and ways of defense. Simple, labeled maps highlight the animal's home territory. Background information about South America is also given, as well as threats to the sloth's survival. The book closes...
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Welcome to the Caribbean! Readers are invited along to learn about a tropical paradise in this nonfiction reader that features vibrant, colorful photos, informational text, charts, and maps. From the delicious fruit to the exotic animals, children will be engaged from beginning to end.
11) Bolivia
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Where can you drive the world's most dangerous highway, see one of the world's rarest birds, and visit the birthplace of Andean civilization? Bolivia! It's one of the most biodiverse areas on the planet, where visitors can explore caves, climb mountains, trek across salt flats, and explore lowland rain forests. Bolivia also boasts a lively culture, with the largest percentage of indigenous people in South America sharing their traditions alongside...
12) Peru
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This book brings readers on a journey through Peru, from the ruins of Machu Picchu to the bustling city of Lima. Readers will learn about the amazing Inca civilization and how Peru's history still affects culture today. This book highlights the incredible ways in which people have adapted to the geography of Peru, including high-altitude mountains and thick rainforest. This book celebrates the diversity and cultural vibrance of Peru, from the indigenous...
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Carmen T. Bernier-Grand grew up in Puerto Rico, and in Shake It, Morena! she shares her good times with us. The book is a potpourri of songs, riddles, stories and games, all viewed through the experiences of a young girl. We follow her from the time she awakens in the morning and through her school day. We see her friends and family and learn about her customs and language-all while singing and playing!
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This title authoritatively recounts the main events in the history of Latin America and highlights the men and women who played key roles in the establishment and growth of the region. Though long inhabited only by various Amerindian tribes, Latin America was transformed by the arrival of Europeans, who built colonial empires across the region beginning in the sixteenth century. Much of Latin America secured its independence in the early nineteenth...
15) Venezuela
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Present your young readers with a fascinating South American country that is rich in diverse geography and wildlife. Venezuela is home to the Andes Mountains, the Amazon rain forest, wide grasslands, and beautiful coasts. It also has many large, modern cities. Though there have been political and social problems throughout its history, Venezuelans continue to work and play in the country they call home. Through engaging sidebars, colorful photographs,...
16) Nicaragua
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From its volcanic peaks to the turquoise waters of its Caribbean coastal beaches, Nicaragua is a beautiful country in Central America. Tourists come here to hike, surf, scuba dive, and visit the country's small rural villages and towns. Through fun fact boxes, engaging sidebars, and detailed photographs, readers learn about the country's unique cultural details including its food, sports, government, and language. This exciting exploration of the...
17) Jamaica
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Jamaica is the home of reggae, the world's fastest runners, and some of the most beautiful beaches on Earth. This book introduces readers to the geography and history of Jamaica, and how those things impact life there today. Readers will learn about the government, pastimes, traditions, foods, and festivals of Jamaica. This book gives a comprehensive look at Jamaica, past and present, through stunning photographs and engaging text. Readers will take...
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How many countries are in South America? Where is the world's tallest waterfall? How long is the Amazon River? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of South America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities,...
20) Angel Falls
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Called Salto Ángel in Spanish, Angel Falls sends water tumbling more than 3,212 feet (979 meters) off the cliff of a mountain named Auyán Tepui. The water falls so far that it makes a deafening roar as it hits the rocks and water below. Discover more in Angel
Falls, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series.
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