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Judaism is a religion with a deep history. Readers of this engaging book learn all about what it means to be part of the Jewish faith. They'll also learn about the fascinating stories behind the many traditions, celebrations, and ceremonies involved in the religion. Informative t...

A brief, illustrated, overview of the geography, history, customs, beliefs, monuments, day-to-day life, and social structure of the Bible lands.

"Describes life in South Africa. Readers are introduced to Mandisa, who tells about the country's landscape, celebrations, and food. A fast facts page with information on religion, language, and geography is included"--Provided by publisher.

For thousands of years, humans and their actions have shaped our history. But some events are so profound, they not only change the course of history, they also manage to leave a legacy so powerful, it can be called world-changing. This book looks at 10 of these events - from the...

"Describes the worldwide problem of poverty and food shortages that affect the population. Includes current statistics, maps, and charts"-- Provided by publisher.

"Jake, a young boy from Great Britain, introduces readers to his country's landscape, weather, foods, and festivals. Jake also tells readers about his school, family life, and things to see in Great Britain. Includes a page of facts about Great Britain's population, geography, an...

Explains what a refugee is, and how war, persecution, economic hardship, and natural disasters cause people to leave their homelands.

"Describes current patterns of migration around the world, including the causes and effects of immigration and emigration. Includes charts and maps"--Provided by publisher.

Hinduism is a major world religion full of culture and tradition. Throughout all parts of life, followers of the faith take part in many important celebrations and ceremonies. Readers of this innovative volume learn about the core beliefs of Hinduism and get a sense of what it is...

"Describe jobs in the construction and building trades. Includes information on equipment operators, carpenters, electricians, inspectors, and more, covering their responsibilities and training needed. Also includes profiles of workers in the Industry."