Explores how the history, climate, geography, ethnology, wars, and religion of Afghanistan have shaped the customs and practices of modern daily life in the mountains, deserts, and cities.
Spectacular photographs capture Ireland's coastal cliffs, rugged mountains, and fabled green glens. From the farming lands of the west coast to Dublin's busy cobbled streets, Ireland the land reveals a country shaped by ancient invaders and hardy settlers.
From its arctic north to its tropical south, North America is home to many different landscapes, plants and animals, natural resources, climates, and cultures. Learn more in North America, an Exploring Our Seven Continents book.
Ireland's people have been divided and united through a turbulent history of battles and shared hardships. Ireland the people presents a history of its ancient peoples, the country's struggle for independence, and daily life in Ireland today.
Text and photos show how the people of Afghanistan, a predominantly Muslim country, celebrate holidays and festivals, using art, music, dance, and stories.
The Empire State Building in New York City is one of the world’s most visited buildings. The tall office building was built in 1931, during a period known as the Great Depression. Find out more in Empire State Building, a title in the Structural Wonders of the World series. Structural Wonders of the World is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.
While Alexander Graham Bell won the race to patent the telephone, he was only one among many inventors who explored instant voice communication. This fascinating book describes the evolution of the telephone from the invention of the telegraph by Marconi to the modern day cell phones that have become a popular part of our everyday life. It also takes a close up look at - how the telephone works - early inventors and those who continue to enhance the technology - telephone companies, their products, and competition. Teacher's guide available.
Readers will explore the life and times of historic figures in the History Makers: Past and Present series. Each book features a remarkable individual who has left their mark in history, exploring key life events, influences and inspirations, how they overcame obstacles, and their achievements and successes"--
Intended for ages 9-14, this work includes full-colour photographs that show children the landscape, and lifestyles of the people of Afghanistan. Topics include: Hindu Kush and other mountains; rivers and irrigation; deserts; people of Afghanistan; struggle for peace; landmines; cities and ruins; farming and herding; and wildlife.
The Galapagos Islands are home to some of the world’s most interesting animals. The ecosystem of the Galapagos Islands is unique because of their distance from the South American mainland. Discover more in Galapagos Islands, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series.
Readers will explore the life and times of historic figures in the History Makers: Past and Present series. Each book features a remarkable individual who has left their mark in history, exploring key life events, influences and inspirations, how they overcame obstacles, and their achievements and successes"--
The spectacular Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef in the world. There are more than 10,000 different species of animals living within it. Discover more in The Great Barrier Reef, one of the titles in the Natural Wonders of the World series.
National Parks leads young readers on a journey through some of the best-known national parks in the United States. Each book in the series teaches readers geography skills and reveals fascinating facts"--
The Gaelic myths and Celtic folklore of ancient Ireland combine with modern day festivals and celebrations in Ireland the culture. Historic Ireland is captured through dramatic photographs of castles, churches, and prehistoric tombs.
Text and photographs portray Puerto Rico's geography and climate, city and rural life, industry, and transportation, focusing especially on the island's status as a Commonwealth.
Caves are unique ecosystems that are found on all seven continents. This book explores the plants and animals that have adapted to life in this unique environment.
Explore the topographical, climatic, and wildlife diversity that sets Australia's outback, coastal cities, and coral reefs apart from any other region of the world.
Australia the Culture shares the religions and celebrations, folk music and dance, arts, languages and literature, and cinematic culture of 'the mob' down under.
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