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Author
Publisher
DK Publishing Special Markets
Pub. Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
207 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
This updated essential guide to the characters of the Spider-Verse includes more than 200 heroes and villains.
Featuring incredible artwork and packed with detailed information on each character's history, abilities, and power ranks, this book has everything you need to know about the amazing wall-crawler and his friends and foes.
2) Mexico
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The culture of Mexico is colorful and complex, and readers are given a comprehensive look at its most unique elements in this guide to life in America's neighbor to the south. Chapters focused on geography, history, politics, and the economy supplement social studies curriculum topics, and others focused on leisure, arts, and food add plenty of fun along the way. Fact boxes and full-color photographs enhance this exciting reading experience, and sidebars...
3) Brazil
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers take a tour through Brazil in this comprehensive look at its geography, history, and culture. As readers explore main text that has been meticulously updated to highlight current events, they also find stunning photographs of Brazil's natural beauty and vibrant way of life. Featuring fact boxes that highlight essential words and phrases to know when traveling to this South American nation and points of interest to put on your itinerary, this...
4) Chile
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Did you know that Chile is the closest country in the world to Antarctica? Readers discover this and many more fun facts about this South American nation as they explore its history, current events, and culture. The comprehensive, thoroughly updated main text is paired with fun fact boxes and sidebars that expand on important topics, including the curriculum concept of global citizenship. In addition, detailed maps and vivid photographs of Chile's...
5) Kenya
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
From the capital of Nairobi to the savannas that are home to animals such as giraffes and lions, readers take a journey through the East African nation of Kenya they won't soon forget! With focused chapters that highlight Kenya's rich history, important economic contributions, and geography, the text supports social studies curriculum topics, while stories about sports, stunning photographs of traditional and modern artwork, and recipes for Kenyan...
6) Canada
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
From the bustling energy of Toronto to the rugged landscape of the Rockies and from the natural beauty of Niagara Falls to the artistic hub of Vancouver, Canada is a nation of contrasts. It stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, and it's filled with diverse biomes, ethnic groups, and ways of life. Canadian culture is presented to readers through text that reflects current events as well as historical milestones. Vibrant photographs...
7) Nigeria
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Nigerian culture is expressed through artwork, fashion, food, music, movies, and more. Readers explore all these fascinating elements of life in Nigeria along with the African nation's history, natural environment, government, and economy. Meticulously researched and updated text is paired with stunning full-color photographs of the people and places that make Nigeria unlike anywhere else on Earth. Detailed maps, fun fact boxes, and sidebars that...
8) Thailand
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Thailand is a Southeast Asian kingdom once known as Siam. Today, it's a popular tourist destination and a powerful economic force. Readers discover Thailand's past and present in this detailed guide. Featuring meticulously researched main text, engaging sidebars, and fun fact boxes, this reading experience allows readers to dive deeply into the details of Thailand's culture. Helpful maps and stunning photographs add a vibrant visual element to this...
9) Argentina
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Argentina is the largest country in the world that has Spanish as its main language. This and other fun facts are waiting for readers to discover as they explore the places and people that make this South American nation unique. From its government and environment to its arts and food, each aspect of life in Argentina is the subject of a focused chapter that features the latest facts and vibrant photographs. Fact boxes and maps provide additional...
10) Afghanistan
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Although Afghanistan has a past filled with conflict and is struggling to find its footing on the path to a brighter future, those who call it home have a unique culture they have worked to keep alive through times of war, occupation, and poverty. Readers explore the culture of this Asian nation with the help of thoroughly updated main text, fact boxes, maps, colorful photographs, and even recipes. In addition, readers are introduced to the concept...
11) Japan
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Japanese culture is fascinating to many people in the West, and this exciting guide to life in Japan gives readers fresh insight into this popular part of the planet. Readers explore the history, environment, and diverse lifestyles of Japan through thoroughly updated text that provides a comprehensive look at current events. In addition, readers are able to gain a stronger understanding of global citizenship through sidebars that highlight examples...
12) Nepal
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The isolated nation of Nepal has often been seen as mysterious to outsiders. However, readers are able to discover the truth about what life is like in this country that is most famous for its rugged terrain, including Mount Everest. Thoroughly updated text dives deeply into the history, government, and economy of Nepal, as well as its religions, arts, and cuisine. Stunning photographs capture the beauty of its environment and the diversity of its...
13) Libya
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Life in Libya is complex. The people who live in this North African nation have faced social and political strife, but they have also found ways to continue the development of their rich culture—from the art they create to the holidays they celebrate. Readers discover the geographical, economic, and political factors that have created the nation of Libya as we know it today. In addition, they are introduced to the global citizens working to make...
14) Colombia
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The culture of Colombia is presented to readers in a fresh and vibrant way in this meticulously updated guide. Readers are inspired to think about both the history and current events that have affected and are still affecting this nation as they explore the detailed main text. Additional information is presented in sidebars, which also include short biographies of Colombians who are examples of global citizens. Their stories are sure to inspire readers...
15) Egypt
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Many people are familiar with ancient Egypt, but what about what happened after ancient times? What is Egypt like today? Readers discover the answer in this detailed guide to the world's most populous Arab nation. Chapters focused on history, geography, government, and language supplement common curriculum topics, and others focused on leisure activities, arts, festivals, and food give readers a closer look at what everyday life is like in Egypt....
16) Ireland
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Ireland is a nation known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and unique culture. Readers explore these and many other aspects of life on the Emerald Isle in this meticulously researched and updated guide to Irish culture. Focused chapters highlight the tumultuous history of this nation, its natural resources, its arts scene, and much more. Readers even get a taste of Irish cuisine and are invited to try their hand at preparing it with the...
17) Zimbabwe
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
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,...
18) Germany
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
19) Indonesia
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Readers visit the world's largest island nation as they explore the people, land, and lifestyles of Indonesia. This fresh, updated look at Indonesian culture features the latest information on current events and a strong focus on global citizenship. Biographies of inspirational Indonesian citizens are featured in sidebars that pair with the comprehensive main text, full-color photographs, and informative maps. Eye-catching fact boxes help readers...
20) Israel
Author
Series
Publisher
Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
144 pages : color photographs ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Israel is an important place for people of three major religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. This has given it a rich history, but it has also led to conflict. Readers take an informative look at what life is like in Israel for people of different groups as they explore meticulously researched text, which has been updated to discuss current events. Vivid, full-color photographs are found throughout chapters that focus on topics such as government,...