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1) Conoce China
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Español
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The spotlight is on China having been host to the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Maps and illustrations highlight this beautiful introduction to this vast country covered with such diverse landforms as mountains, deserts, and jungles. Stunning photographs feature the sites of its cities including Shanghai and Hong Kong as well as its architectural wonders such as the famous Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Children will also enjoy learning about...
2) Conoce India
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Español
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Spotlight on India introduces children to the land, people, and rich traditions of this beautiful country. Breathtaking photos feature the Himalaya Mountains, the Ganges and Indus Rivers, and major cities such as New Delhi. This joyful book also celebrates India's unique mixture of peoples, monuments, such as the famous Taj Mahal, and its unique styles of music and dance.
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Sports are played all around the world, in many different forms. Readers will discover that some countries have their own national sports, while many others are played locally,
while there are other sports, such as soccer / football, that are played in nearly every country around the world.
4) Conoce Perú
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Español
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Best known as the home of the Inca as well as other ancient civilizations, Peru is dotted with the ruins of their ancient buildings. Children will be delighted to read about the ingenuity of these ancient people in Spotlight on Peru. From high up on Lake Titicaca where llamas roam, down to the Amazon River where jaguars live in the rainforests, the wonders of Peru are described through simple text. Wonderful photographs also capture the people of...
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From card games and board games to dolls and collectibles, this book introduces readers to traditional games and toys from around the world. Readers will see similarities and differences between their own sources of entertainment and those of others. This inviting new title will surely earn top marks with young readers!
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Through vibrant photographs and accessible text, this inviting title looks at the rich diversity of art forms in different places around the world. From decorative art forms such as basketweaving to painting, sculpture, and other visual arts, readers will understand how art is an expression of culture.
8) Shawn Mendes
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From online singing sensation to international superstar, boy-next-door Shawn Mendes is one of the world's biggest young stars. Born and raised in Pickering, Ontario, Shawn first gained attention by singing cover versions of songs, which he posted online to quickly garner a huge, grassroots fan base - and eventually a record deal. Learn how the singer's hard work and dedication helped him become an award-winning artist, and a voice for positive change....
9) Zendaya
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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From Disney star to blockbuster actor, fashion influencer, singer, and activist, Zendaya is making waves in Hollywood. This remarkable book shows that her fun, relatable persona and outstanding acting and singing chops aren't the only reasons that she is a role model for girls and women around the world. She also champions her self worth, and is a figure for causes such as female empowerment and racial equality.
10) The Urals
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The Ural Mountains form a natural boundary called the "Stone Belt" between Europe and Asia. Rich in mineral deposits, the Urals have long been a major source of industry for Russia. This fascinating book describes the geological makeup and history of the Ural mountain range, as well as the cultures and ways of life of the people in Russia and Kazakhstan who live in its shadow. Special sections also describe the plants and animals that thrive in this...
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