The Ural Mountains form a natural boundary called the "Stone Belt" between Europe and Asia. Rich in mineral deposits, the Urals have long been a major source of industry for Russia. This… More →
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The mighty Yangtze River - the third-longest river in the world - is the birthplace of Chinese civilization. This intriguing book takes readers along this ancient transportation route,… More →
This Spanish and English bilingual book takes you on a trip around the world to compare the many different places where people live and work, from big, busy cities to small, remote villages. More →
Many of the cultural traditions celebrated in China today have been passed down through the centuries by the people of this ancient civilization. This intriguing book describes how the… More →
Egypt's culture is a fascinating mixture of ancient traditions passed down by the native peoples, as well as the traditions and cultures of countries such as England and Greece, who ruled… More →
Many holidays and festivals celebrated in the United States honor religious events and important dates or people in the country's history. This interesting book shows how Americans celebrate… More →
India's culture is a blending of religion and ancient traditions passed down by the native peoples, as well as the culture of India's former ruler, Britain. This interesting book describes… More →
Many Japanese come from a common background, so they share many of the same beliefs and customs. This wonderful book describes the different traditions and festivals celebrated in Japan today More →
Mexico's culture is a unique mixture of ancient traditions passed down by the native Maya and Aztec peoples, and the religion and culture of Mexico's Spanish conquerors. This interesting book More →
The Russian calendar is filled with holidays most of which are based on religious holy days. This colorful book describes the traditions, beliefs, and rituals of the Russian people celebrated More →
South Africa is known as the "Rainbow Nation" because the people who live there have come from many different backgrounds. This fascinating book describes the holidays and family… More →