Cultures of the World (Fourth Edition, Groups 1 – 4)®

What kind of government does China have? What do people like to eat in France? What's the
weather like in Colombia? Readers discover the answers to these questions and more as they explore these comprehensive guides to global culture. As they dive deeply into focused chapters that explain each country's history, arts scene, geography, food, and much more, they enhance their understanding of essential social studies curriculum topics and the importance of appreciating other cultures. These thoroughly updated volumes are sure to be helpful research tools as well as a way to inspire readers to see the world. 
 
Each Book Contains: 
• Recipes that are broken down into simple steps to introduce readers to the fun of exploring different cultures through food 
• Fact boxes that give readers fun pieces of additional information about each country, including essential places to visit and phrases in commonly spoken languages  
• Stunning full-color photographs of cityscapes, natural wonders, and the citizens who call each country home 
 
Curriculum Connections: 
• Readers are able to practice interpreting different kinds of maps as they analyze clearly-labeled topographic, economic, and cultural maps 
• The timely and important concept of global citizenship is explained in the main text as well as in sidebars that present biographical information about citizens of each nation who are working to make the world a better place 
• Up-to-date text allows readers to enhance their knowledge of current events, and a bibliography and lists of additional websites encourage readers to independently fact-check what they've read