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Author
Series
Publisher
Sterling Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
Focusing on the bizarre, a collection of entertaining, illustrated travel guides features a host of oddball curiosities, ghosts and haunted places, local legends, cursed roads, crazy characters, and unusual roadside attractions that can be found throughout the United States and around the globe.
3) Planets
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Series
Publisher
DK Publishing
Language
English
Description
Offers a detailed look at the heavenly bodies that make up the solar system, describing the eight planets that orbit the Sun, the moons, asteroids, and dwarf planets in the system, and the spacecrafts humans have created to explore the stars.
4) Panama
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Series
Language
English
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Description
"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Panama"--
5) Italy
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Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, plants and animals, economy, language, people and culture of Italy.
7) Afghanistan
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Language
English
Description
Describes Afghanistan's geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, people, religion, and culture.
8) Philippines
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of the Philippines"--Provided by publisher.
9) Japan
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Japan"--Provided by publisher.
10) Germany
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Readers discover the complex history of Germany and how geography, government, and economics have worked together to help shape the culture of this country in this comprehensive look at one of Europe's most powerful nations. Readers interested in activism will be inspired by content relating to the concept of global citizenship. Those with an interest in travel are sure to enjoy fact boxes that highlight helpful German phrases for travelers and essential...
11) Iran
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Series
Language
English
Description
Includes information on Iran's geography, history, government, economy, environment as well as Iranians' lifestyle, religion, language, arts, food, leisure and festivals.
12) Switzerland
Author
Publisher
Children's Press
Language
English
Description
Describes the history, geography, plants and animals, economy, language, people and culture of Switzerland.
13) Minnesota
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Language
English
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Description
"From the Mississippi's headwaters to one of the largest malls in the country, there's lots to see and do in Minnesota! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Minnesota special"--Publisher's website.
14) Kenya
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Series
Language
English
Description
"From the capital of Nairobi to the savannas that are home to animals such as giraffes and lions, readers take a journey through the East African nation of Kenya they won't soon forget! With focused chapters that highlight Kenya's rich history, important economic contributions, and geography, the text supports social studies curriculum topics, while stories about sports, stunning photographs of traditional and modern artwork, and recipes for Kenyan...
15) Greece
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Series
Language
English
Description
"For many people outside of Greece, their understanding of this European nation is limited to what happened in ancient times and what food is served at their local Greek diner. However, the story of Greece is much more complex, and readers discover it all in this comprehensive guide to its past, its present, and its path into the future. From the economic crisis that has rocked the nation to the tourism boom for areas such as Santorini, readers get...
16) Singapore
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Series
Language
English
Description
"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Singapore"--Provided by publisher.
17) New Mexico
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Language
English
Description
Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of New Mexico.
18) Malaysia
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Series
Language
English
Description
Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Malaysia"--Provided by publisher.
19) Wisconsin
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Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Wisconsin-why is Wisconsin called the Badger State? The state drew huge numbers of lead miners in the 1800s. These miners were nicknamed badgers because they dug tunnels to search for the metal. Inside, you'll find: Which plants and animals live in Wisconsin; A timeline, photos-and how Wisconsin became a state; Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!.
20) Montana
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Series
Language
English
Description
Explores the land, people, history, economy, and travel opportunities of the state of Montana.
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