social life and customs

Children are introduced to the land, history and customs of Ireland along with the story of Irish immigration to america.

The author describes the experiences of growing up on an African farm during the Rhodesian Bush War, white colonialism in the 1970s, and Zimbabwean independence in the 1980s.

Zamora, 13, lives in the country, has chores in the morning, and attends school in the afternoon. She shows us how the homes in her village are built around a common courtyard to help protect them from the elements. Twelve-year-old Madina lives in Kabul. After school and the midday meal she shares with her family, Madina helps with household chores like vacuuming and ironing, then enjoys an afternoon snowball fight.

An annotated edition of Irish author James Joyce's 1914 work made up of fifteen short stories about strangers of various classes who all live in Dublin. Also includes a chronology of the stories' composition, a list of character connections between "Dubliners" and Joyce's "Ulysses, " and an excerpt from an opera referred to in the text.

"Since before Miguel was born, his family has had one rule: NO MUSIC! But Miguel has a secret he wants to share with his great-grandmother Coco. He wants to be a musician! Will he follow the wishes of his family, or will he follow his heart?--Back cover.

Students in grades two through five learn about the history, cultural traditions, climate, politics, and various places of interest around Peru.

Saskatchewan is the only Canadian province with entirely manmade borders. It is home to rolling prairies, forests, and lakes. Discover more about this unique province in Saskatchewan.

Describes the environment, history, industry, tourist attractions, arts, sports, and cultures that make that region unique to Newfoundland and Labrador.

Learn fun facts about Cuba, from its early history to its current politics and culture.

Learn fun facts about Australia, from its early history to its current politics and culture.