Frances history, regions, food, and culture are discussed in this colorful volume, as well as the story behind the country's national anthem and flag. A guide to pronouncing common French phrases and projects such as making your own stained-glass window and a recipe for making crpes are included.

From sea to shining sea, the United States of America is home to many different cultures and people from around the world. This interesting title relates the history of the United States, from the earliest Native American inhabitants, to the discovery of the New World by European explorers, to the country's current role in the world. Popular stories and legends, plus a step-by-step guide on how to make a dream catcher, round out this volume.

This volume about India ably conveys the subcontinents extensive history in an easy-to-understand manner. The religious beliefs, various regions of the country, and the stories and myths carried on in the culture are discussed, as well as instructions for making your own Indian mirror and cardamom-scented rice pudding.

This engaging title for young readers delves into Germanys history, its rich cultural contributions, and popular German sayings. Crafts include making your own Schultte, a gift filled with school supplies and sweets for a students first day of school.

Though Mexican culture is popular in the United States, this new volume describes Mexicos vibrant history and cultural institutions in an easy-to-understand way. The countrys national anthem, a guide to common Spanish phrases, and instructions on how to make your own clay armadillo are also included.

From the Leaning Tower of Pisa to Venices famous gondolas, this engaging text presents Italys history and culture from the Roman times to modern day. Young readers will appreciate the ample fact boxes that highlight interesting facts about Italys food, athletics, and common phrases.

More than 1 billion people live in China. To begin to understand China's culture, young readers will appreciate the colorful design and the step-by-step instructions on how to make traditional Chinese foods and crafts. A pronunciation guide to common Chinese phrases, plus an overview of Chinas long history, will spark reader interest.

The colorful new 8-volume Celebrate set introduces upper elementary and middle school students to the rich diversity of cultures and lifestyles that characterize different countries around the world. The perfect companion to Festive Foods (see pages 12-13) and Costume Around the World (see pages 10-11), this engaging new set highlights the sights, sounds, colors, flavors, and expressions of various countries to show how each is unique and interesting in a diverse world. Within each title are interactive how to sections for recipes, crafts, and projects, plus fun facts, sidebars, quirky...