CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD

by Michael Burgan

Indya is 15 and lives in a seaside city on the vast continent of Australia. She is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this diverse, vibrant country. Hear about her favorite music, what she does with her friends, and what she thinks of her future in the Land Down Under. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Australia. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Jim Whiting

Luca is 17 and lives in a large, bustling city in Brazil. He is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this dynamic and rapidly changing country. Hear about his favorite music, what he does with his friends, and what he thinks of his future in a country facing great change. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Brazil. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Jim Whiting

Muhammad is 18 and lives in a city on the banks of the Nile River in Egypt. He is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this ancient country. Hear about his favorite music, what he does with his friends, and what he thinks of his future in a nation facing uncertain times. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Egypt. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by James Buckley Jr.

Hara is 15 and lives in one of the biggest cities on mainland Greece. She is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this ancient, yet modern, country. Hear about her favorite music, what she does with her friends, and what she thinks of her future in a country facing economic peril. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Greece. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Michael Centore

Prashant is 15 and lives near a nature preserve in southern India. He is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this incredibly diverse country. Hear about his favorite music, what he does with his friends, and what he thinks of the future in a country teeming with people and possibilities. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of India. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Mari Rich

Sara is 16 and lives along with 10 million other people in the massive city of Tokyo, Japan. She is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this ancient, yet modern, nation. Hear about her favorite music, what she does with her friends, and what she thinks of her future in a country with so much energy and potential. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Japan. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Betsy Cassriel

Ricardo is 16 and lives in a small town in central Mexico. He is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this fascinating North American nation. Hear about his favorite music, what he does with his friends, and what he thinks of the future in a country facing problems, but possessed of great possibility. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Mexico. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Diane Bailey

Purneema is 14 and lives in a small village in Nepal in the shadow of the mighty Himalayas. She is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this ancient nation. Hear about her favorite music, what she does with her friends, and what she thinks of her future in a country that struggles to blend old and new. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Nepal. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Kathryn Hulick

Victoria is 16 and divides her time between two of the largest cities in Russia. She is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in the largest nation on Earth. Hear about her favorite music, what she does with her friends, and what she thinks of her future in a country facing economic struggles, but bursting with natural resources. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of Russia. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Michael Centore

Tshwarelo is 15 and lives in a small city in South Africa. He is your guide to what life as a teenager is like in this constantly changing nation. Hear about his favorite music, what he does with his friends, and what he thinks of the future in a country still recovering from the stain of apartheid, but facing the future with confidence. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of South Africa. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.

by Diane Bailey

Aliah and Cali are 17 and 15 and live in the American state of Arizona, but they also live in the Navajo Nation, the largest of dozens of reservations that have their own governments within the United States. The sisters share their stories of what life as a teenager is like in this two-part existence. Hear about their favorite food, what they do with their friends, and what they think of the future in a tribal nation facing uncertain times. You’ll also explore the history, politics, and economy of the Navajo Nation. Understanding different cultures is vital to our own and the world’s future. Each book in this series provides a unique point of view from a teenager, all about the country they call home. Learn about what they like, what they think, how they live, and what you have in common. You’ll have a better understanding of the CUSTOMS AND CULTURES OF THE WORLD after you read about a teenager living in another country. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities, and expand their viewpoints through our content rich nonfiction books. Words to Understand shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced color type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions, building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content-rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each title referring back to subjects covered within. They challenge the reader’s comprehension of the material they have just read, while sending the reader back to the text for more careful attention to the evidence presented there. Research Projects are provided at the end of each title as well and give readers suggestions for projects that encourage deeper research and analysis. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. A Series Glossary of Key Terms is included in the back matter containing terminology used throughout the series. Words found here broaden the reader’s knowledge and understanding of terms used in this field.