Genre: Nonfiction

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Under The Royal Palms: A Childhood in Cuba

By importer | Published: June 17, 2010
In this companion volume to Alma Flor Ada’s Where the Flame Trees Bloom, the author offers young readers another inspiring collection of stories and reminiscences drawn from her childhood on the island of Cuba. Through those stories we see how the many events and relationships she enjoyed helped shape who she is today. We learn [...]
Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Cuba, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Short Stories » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

It’s My State !: Puerto Rico (It’s My State!)

By importer | Published: June 17, 2010
Surveys the history, geography, economy, and people of Puerto Rico.
Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Puerto Rico, Young Adult (Gr. 9-12) » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Don Vespertilio, el murciélago

By importer | Published: June 17, 2010
Description in Spanish: Don Vespertilio es un murciélago que vivió hace muchos anos. Sin embargo, nos dejo sus memorias, en las que relata parte importante de la historia de Puerto rico desde un punto de vista muy particular. Aprenderás más sobre la vida de los murciélagos y del área del carso en este libro que [...]
Other Descriptors: Caribbean, Primary (Gr. K-3) » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

The Galapagos Islands (Nature’s Wonders)

By importer | Published: June 17, 2010
The Galapagos Islands are a natural wonder in every way. They are home to an array of flora and fauna found no other place on earth. In The galapagos Islands explore the beauty and mystery surronding these islands, as well as their geography, wildlife, history, people, and the importance of the preservation of these isles.
Other Descriptors: Ecudor, Intermediate (Gr. 4-8), Latin America, Young Adult (Gr. 9-12) » Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Children of the Sierra Madre

By importer | Published: May 7, 2010
Describes life in the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountains, with a focus on the customs of the Tarahumara Indians.
Other Descriptors: All Ages, Americas, Mexico » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Japan (Picture a Country Series)

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010
This book introduces the people and the way they live, culture, weather, landscapes, towns and cities of Japan.
Other Descriptors: All Ages, Asia, Japan » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

The Chinese Thought of It: Amazing Inventions and Innovations (We Thought of It)

By auraenid | Published: February 8, 2010
How Chinese ingenuity changed the world. Acupuncture, gunpowder and the secrets to spinning silk are innovations that we have come to associate with China. But did you know that the Chinese also invented the umbrella? And toilet paper, initially made from rice straw clumped together, was first used in China! Through the ages, the Chinese [...]
Other Descriptors: All Ages, Asia, China » Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Ancient African Town (Picture A Country)

By importer | Published: February 8, 2010
The study of cultures of the past. A tour of Benin City, a West African town and capital of the Edo Empire, located in present-day Nigeria.
Other Descriptors: Africa, All Ages, Nigeria » Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Japanese Samurai

By importer | Published: January 11, 2010
The Japanese Samurai details famous samurai battles in Japan. Readers learn about samurai swords, the Bushido code, and the decline of the ancient samurai. The Japanese Samurai is part of the Ancient and Medieval People series, which profiles some of the fiercest warriors in history.
Other Descriptors: All Ages, Asia, Japan » Themes: , , » Leave a comment

Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea

By importer | Published: January 11, 2010
Greg Mortenson stumbled, lost and delirious, into a remote Himalayan village after a failed climb up K2. The villagers saved his life, and he vowed to return and build them a school. The remarkable story of his promise kept is now perfect for reading aloud. Told in the voice of Korphe’s children, this story illuminates [...]
Other Descriptors: Asia, Pakistan, Preschool » Themes: , , , » 2 Comments

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