Cultures of the World (Fourth Edition, Groups 1 – 5)®

Readers take an informative world tour from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe in the latest edition of these popular guides to global cultures. The comprehensive and thoroughly updated text presents focused information about the government, environment, economy, and culture of each country. Stunning full-color photographs fill the pages, giving readers an up-close look at the natural beauty, man-made wonders, and diverse people of the world. From discovering what authentic Chinese food is like to exploring the churches of France and the coastline of Kenya, this is sure to be an educational experience readers won't soon forget.  
 
Each Book Contains: 
• Recipes that allow readers to practice following clear instructions as they bring their new knowledge of global cultures into the kitchen 
• Fact boxes that highlight each nation's most compelling points of interest, important words in phrases in native languages, and other fun pieces of additional information  
• Collections of related internet links and a bibliography for the purpose of further research and independent fact-checking  
 
Curriculum Connections: 
• A variety of clearly-labeled maps are presented to help readers practice obtaining information from topographic, cultural, and economic maps 
• The text is updated to reflect the latest developments in each country to help readers better understand current events and to make connections between the past and present  
• The concept of global citizenship is highlighted through text that explains what this idea is, as well as sidebars that highlight global citizens from each country who are working to impact the world in a positive way