Cultures of the World (Third Edition, Groups 1 ? 18) ?

The Cultures of the World? third edition offers an in-depth exploration into the different countries that enrich our planet through a detailed look at their people and culture. Each book examines the unique aspects of each country, including its history, economy, government, lifestyle, food, and cultural traditions. Vivid photographs, charts, maps, and recipes bring these regions into fascinating focus for readers, while timelines provide an up-to-date historical view. These books allow readers to explore a country they might not otherwise be familiar with, so that they gain a better understanding of the complexity of world cultures.
Each Book Contains:
? Quotes by famous individuals, up-to-date statistics, or excerpts from important documents at the start of each chapter, enabling readers to better understand perspectives within the featured country
? Recipes to help readers explore the unique characteristics of the featured country 
? Websites for readers who would like to learn more about the subjects covered in each chapter 
? Vivid photographs that ground readers in the historical perspectives and contemporary views of the featured country
Curriculum Connections:
? Builds academic vocabulary with grade-appropriate words to help students effectively explain the text
? Updated maps, photographs, and facts and figures help students gain an understanding of the text
? Students can create opinion pieces with source materials on countries
? Sidebars and an appealing design provide text features that help students efficiently locate information relevant to a given topic
? Presentation facilitates student interpretation and analysis