Contrasts the two worlds of an eight-year-old Dominican American girl who lives in New York City but speaks Spanish as her native language and frequently returns to her island home.
Nonfiction
Nonfiction genre
Pay Dirt: The Search For Gold In British Columbia
They came from China and Australia, from Scotland, England and Wales, from across Canada and the United States. They came from one thing: Gold!
Some stayed forever; some gave up and left; others lost their lives. But as the more determined struggled into the heart of the new region, they dug roads, built cities and established businesses. And by the time it was all over, the new providence of British Columbia was formed.
Some struck it rich; many more did not. This is their story.
Learning From The Dalai Lama: Secrets From The Wheel Of Time
For children, here is a simple and creative introduction to the Buddhist way of life and to the teachings of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism. Text and photos explain the beautiful and intricate Kalachakra ceremony and initiation, and the meaning of the sand mandala and its symbols. Features a foreword by Richard Gere. Full color.
The Emperor’s Silent Army: Terracotta Warriors of Ancient China
A description of the archaeological discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta warrior statues in northern China in 1974, and the emperor who had them created and placed near his tomb.
The Story of Religion
This book introduces the history of religious belief and the practice of religion in the world today. It illuminates the differences that make each religious group unique and the fundamental beliefs that all groups share. This text encourages children to recognize, understand and value the diversity of the world’s religions and the universal concerns they address.
Norway
This book provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Norway.
Ian Penney’s Abc
Young readers have fun learning their ABCs by finding the objects beginning with the letter for each page. Colorful borders on each page show the entire alphabet.
Going to School in India
Every school day millions of children go to school. In India “school” can be city classrooms, mountain fields, desert tents, and glowing temples. Lessons are taught in just as many different ways. This book depicts 12 different types of learning situations.
Mexico the Land (Lands, Peoples, and Cultures)
This book looks at the land of Mexico, including its history, regions, natural resources, wildlife, environmental problems, and transportation systems.
Haiti (Cultures of the World)
“Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Haiti.”–Provided by publisher.