"Haiti is often in the news for its struggles-from political instability to natural disasters. However, there is much more to this nation, which readers discover in this detailed guide. Focused chapters provide overviews of curricular topics, such as Haiti's geography and government, as well as fun cultural elements, such as leisure activities and cuisine. Recipes are even included to bring this cultural exploration into the kitchen. As readers explore...

"The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States, but it has a culture that's all its own. Readers are introduced to the many aspects of this unique culture through detailed text that highlights the island's arts, language, traditions, leisure activities, festivals, and foods. In addition, they are shown how social studies concepts, such as history, economics, and government, play a part in the development of culture. This...

"In the mid-nineteenth century, most women who weren't raising families became teachers or nurses. But Clara Driscoll longed to be an artist, drawing inspiration from nature: from every flower, weed, dragonfly, and even cobweb on her family's farm. After moving to New York City in 1888, Clara was hired at the renowned Tiffany Glass Company, where Mr. Louis Comfort Tiffany was known for creating gorgeous stained-glass windows for churches, theaters,...

"Part of the nonfiction Orca Think series for middle-grade readers, this illustrated book introduces readers to ecological restoration and what they can do to help ecosystems in their own communities and around the world."-- Provided by publisher.

"Inspired by a true story from Maya Angelou's childhood, this . . . picture book explores how a beloved mentor helped young Maya rediscover the poetry of self-expression and the power of her voice"--Amazon.com.

"The true story of Abdulrahman Ibrahim Ibn Sori, a Muslim West African prince turned enslaved plantation worker, and his lifelong fight for freedom and to return home"-- Provided by publisher.

"Warsaw, Poland, 1940s: The Nazis are on the march, determined to wipe out the Jewish people of Europe. Teenage Vladka and her family are among the thousands of Jews forced to relocate behind the walls of the Warsaw Ghetto, a cramped, oppressive space full of starvation, suffering, and death. When Vladka's family is deported to concentration camps, Vladka joins up with other young people in the ghetto who are part of the Jewish underground: a group...

The buffalo was the center of Sioux life. After hunting buffalo on horseback, the Sioux people would use every piece of the animal, making food, beds, clothing, storage boxes, and even sleds from the ribs! Discover how the Sioux people lived on the Great Plains with this accessible introduction. Learn about the Sioux creation story, life in the village as a kid, the importance of their feathered headdresses, and more. This updated edition provides...

"A simple but fact-packed overview of the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team, covering their origins, their home stadium, their mascot, famous players and coaches, and well-known plays throughout the team's history. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, stats on top plays and players, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author"--Publisher's...

"A simple but fact-packed overview of the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, covering their origins, their home stadium, their mascot, famous players and coaches, and well-known plays throughout the team's history. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, stats on top plays and players, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author"--Publisher's...