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.

People & places

Question and answer format is used to explore the diversity of races, ethnic groups, nationalities, and cultures of man in many settings around the world.

People and customs

Edition

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ISBN/ISSN

0333397207

Collation

64 pages : illustration ; 28 cm

Series Title

Second edition look it up

Call Number

900 PEO

The Usborne book of peoples of the world : internet-linked

Describes the various people who live in each region of the world, and briefly discusses their religion, food, festivals, ways of making a living, and other things that make them different.

What is a Fairy Tale?

Fairy tales have existed in every culture around the world, teaching children stories of characters in imaginary worlds who undergo hardship but learn to overcome their difficult circumstances. This compelling book covers the basic components that make up fairy tales, as well as the purpose these fantastic tales serve in culture.

What is a legend?

Legends are riveting tales that are based on real events, but exaggerated so that they are not completely true. In this book, readers will learn the most important aspects of what defines a legend, as well as how to tell fact from fiction in these semi-historical tales.

What is a fable?

With bright photographs and illustrations, this volume explains the concept of a fable—defining the genre, detailing its characteristics, and reproducing some of the most famous examples of these stories from cultures around the world. Included in the Common Core Reading standards, the fable is an irrefutably fundamental genre that allows young readers to learn universal morals by using anima…

The mats

Marcelina's father comes home from a trip to Manila with beautiful hand-made sleeping mats for each member of his large family, including the three daughters who died when they were very young.