The Maya

An introduction to the dramatic history of the Maya. Includes facts, activities and a traditional story, bringing to life different aspects of the Maya civilization.

..If you lived 100 years ago

What a difference 100 years has made! Back at the turn of the century there were no televisions, airplanes, computers, plastics, movies with sound, or space travel; there were only about 8,000 automobiles in the whole country. Just turning on a light switch was a new experience. In 58 tantalizing questions and answers, author Ann McGovern gives readers a fascinating look at life in New York Ci…

Indonesia

What do steaming volcanoes, Komodo dragons, three-wheeled taxis, bamboo musical instruments, and giant moths bigger than your hand have in common? They are all part of life in Indonesia; just some of the things you will see as you travel between the 17,508 islands of this amazingly varied archipelago. This title discusses about Indonesia.

Indonesia

Diversity is the spice of life, and the highly regarded Cultures of the World series celebrates just that in fully updated, and expanded editions. As has always been true of these outstanding titles, an abundance of vibrant photographs -- including those new to this edition -- stimulate the imaginations of young readers as they travel the globe. A new chapter on the environment focuses on polit…

Indonesia

Looking at South-east Asia, this series covers the history, government, climate, industry, population, natural disasters, conflicts, landmarks, food, plants and animals, recreation, education, work, culture, the environment and tourism of the title country. Ages 7-12.

Indonesia

Each illustrated volume in this series explores the lives of children from all around the world. The combination of letters and non-fiction text make these ideal books to support both the geography and literacy work at Key Stage 1 and for less able pupils at Key Stage 2.

Timor-Leste

Looking at South-east Asia, this series covers the history, government, climate, industry, population, natural disasters, conflicts, landmarks, food, plants and animals, recreation, education, work, culture, the environment and tourism of the title country. Ages 7-12.

Russia. The culture

Suitable for people of ages 7 to 14 years, this book presents Russia's history. It includes such topics as: the architecture of a state (post-Communist office buildings and opulent homes of the rich); Russia's circus tradition; and, communications changes - television and film and rock music.

Spotlight on the Edwardian era

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

1852100087

Collation

78 pages : illustration ; 23 cm

Series Title

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Call Number

941 MAR

Medieval life

The mysterious Middle Ages come alive in a pictorial overview of medieval life. Learn about the harsh lives of the peasants, the majestic manor houses of the feudal lords, the tournaments and romance of the royal court, the details of daily life, and many other remarkable aspects of this enigmatic era.