Titoli in Geografia e culture

Pack your bags! We're headed to Jamaica. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Jamaica from its bustling cities to its sandy beaches and jutting mountains. We'll also find out what kind of food people eat and learn about reggae music and dub poetry. A special section introduces Jamaica's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

On March 19, 2013, Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina became Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church. His election to the papacy was notable in many ways. He became the first pope from the Americas, the first pope from the Southern Hemisphere, the first non-European pope in more than 1,200 years, the first Jesuit pope, and the first pope to choose the name Francis. Follow Pope Francis's journey to the papacy, from his days as a young chemist, to his studies of theology.

Join Bella and Harry as they travel to London with their family and visit the Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge, and other noteworthy places. Along the way, local cuisine is introduced. Then join Bella and Harry as they travel to Paris with their family and discover the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and other fascinating places. Local cuisine is presented to inquisitive youngsters, and basic French phrases are introduced.

Mientras la ventisca muerde la cubierta y convierte a los barcos en fantasmas, el patrón de la expedición pesquera obliga a los tripulantes a trabajar hasta el agotamiento y les aplica castigos brutales si se atreven a protestar. Poco a poco, se extiende el germen de la revuelta y, a pesar de que buques de la Armada Imperial Japonesa patrullan la zona para mantener el orden entre los pescadores, estalla el inevitable motín. Kanikosen es un clásico de la literatura japonesa.

Learn about the White House, how it came to be, the changes it has experienced since its initial design, and more in this detailed history for young readers, part of the beloved Where Is? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! The history of the White House, first...

Learn about the origin, creation, and history of one of America’s most iconic landmarks—Mount Rushmore—in this detailed history for young readers, part of the beloved Where Is? series. The perfect way to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary! It was the early 1920s when world-famous...

Embark on a sweeping journey of self-discovery in this adventurous historical middle grade novel perfect for fans of Karen Cushman and Gary Paulsen. Twelve-year-old Blanca of Castile is the granddaughter of Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine, once the wife of both the king of France and the king of...

As a child, Amalia always thought she would grow up to be a teacher - that was until she saw dancers perform in her town square. She was fascinated by the way they twirled and swayed, and she knew that someday she would be a dancer, too.

Award-winning author Duncan Tonatiuh reimagines one of Mexico's cherished legends. Princess Izta had many wealthy suitors but dismissed them all. When a mere warrior, Popoca, promised to be true to her and stay always by her side, Izta fell in love. The emperor promised Popoca if he could defeat their enemy Jaguar Claw, then Popoca and Izta could wed.

Mary, unloved and selfish, finds friendship and happiness helping her neurotic, invalid cousin become strong and healthy. Nature's powerful magic touches both children as they toil to revive their secret garden. The story alludes to some very modern themes including the ability of mental beliefs to create health, the strength of group optimism, and the restorative power of nature.

Find out how warriors lived and the importance of family life in this bold new audiobook about the astonishing Aztec civilization. When the migrating Aztec people saw an eagle on a cactus in Lake Texcoco, they knew it was a sign from the god of sun and war, Huitzilopochtli. They founded a great...

From the Newbery Award-winning and bestselling author of the modern classic One and Only series comes a gorgeous book introducing young readers to Ruby, the beloved baby elephant. Ruby is the littlest elephant in the herd at the animal sanctuary, where she lives near her best friends Ivan the...

For hundreds of years, the legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table has been one of the world's most precious literary possessions. In 1902, the distinguished American artist Howard Pyle undertook to retell and illustrate this classic. His four-volume work has long been considered one of the outstanding interpretations of the Arthurian cycle.

This title is the third in the series of delightful stories about Anna Hibiscus, a little girl who lives in Africa. Anna Hibiscus is looking forward to visiting her grandmother in Canada, where she will see snow for the first time! But before she goes, she must find suitable clothes to keep her...

Even in the enchanted realm of Wildflower Kingdom the castle can get messy. This becomes a problem when King Andrew and Queen Jennifer must make a trip to fetch a visiting duchess, and don’t have time to clean up before they go. To their relief, Princess Olivia volunteers to do the job . . . with the help of the family's magic wand. She gets off to a good start, but is soon interrupted by her little sister, Princess Juniper, who demands to try the wand herself.

Zusammen mit ihrem Papa macht Jana eine fantastische Zeit- und Zeltreise, um zu erleben, wie die Erde und das Klima entstanden sind. Mit Fahrrad und Zelt reisen die beiden Abenteurer in die Vulkaneifel, wo sie jeden Tag andere Phänomene entdecken, die etwas über die Entstehung der Erde erzählen: Sprudelwasser, Fossilien, Mare, Vulkankrater und ein versteinertes Meer. Liebevolle Dialoge zwischen Jana und ihrem Papa vermitteln Komplexes kindgerecht und verständlich.

Deep love of country and its colours inspire Bronwyn Bancroft's poetry and the richly layered hues of this book. Each line speaks a different voice, each image stirs a different mood, and all combine to evoke the miracle of colour with which we are surrounded.

Step up to the plate and read about Shohei Ohtani, the record-breaking baseball superstar from Japan, in this wonderful Little Golden Book! Shohei Ohtani might just be the greatest baseball player of all time. Get inspired by the story of two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani. From his childhood in...

A series about friendship, having fun and making mischief. Plus a sprinkle of adorable magic! A sparkling new illustrated series for fans of PRINCESS IN BLACK and PEARL THE UNICORN! Princess Mikka has a palace, a dress for every occasion and even her own water slide, but there's one thing she...

Girls Like Me inspires young listeners to be proud of their interests and of who they are, while learning about the lives, traditions, and hobbies of real-life Rebel Girls all around the world. No girl is quite like another, but listening about more than 70 girls, in their own words, reveals...