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What do you know about Iraq today? Chances are, no matter where you happen to live, all you know about Iraq is the stuff you might have seen on TV. But do you know how kids live in Iraq? Do you know what their schools are like? What kind of games they play? What kind of music they listen to? No? Would you like to? In Understanding Iraq Today, kids get to learn all about the history, geography, and culture of Iraq, as seen through the eyes of Fatima...
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
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[2014]
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English
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Despite a two-thousand-year gap between the ancient and modern states of Israel, the connections among the land, religion, and people run deep. From Roman to Muslim to British rulers, Jews have struggled to keep their culture and faith alive in their historic homeland. Today's Israel is a strikingly modern country, yet still greatly affected by the past. Personal identity is a strong force in Israel. The ethnic and religious backgrounds of its citizens...
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Understanding Jordan Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Jordan with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary readers grades 3-6. The Jordan title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence from informational...
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Afghanistan has long been one of the world’s most war-torn countries. Beginning in ancient times, one invader after another tried to conquer it, but only a few succeeded. And even those who did seize the country did so with tremendous difficulty. In part, this is because the Afghans are tough, independent-minded folk who do not like being told what to do by foreign intruders. Indeed, they are proud of their traditional customs, including their main...
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In all the Middle East, there s no other country quite like Iran. For one thing, its people are almost all Shiite Muslims. That s rare in a region where most Muslims are Sunnis. Iran s Shiite religion affects nearly everything that happens there. That s because the nation is a theocracy one run by religious leaders and based on religious principles. And there s much more to Iran than religion. Colorful and varied as any Persian carpet, Iran is a rich...
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Understanding Israel Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Israel with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary reader’s grades 3-6. The Israel title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence from informational...
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Understanding Lebanon Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Lebanon with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary readers grades 3-6. The Lebanon title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence from informational...
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Understanding Palestine Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Palestine with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary readers grades 3-6. The Palestine title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence from...
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Understanding Saudi Arabia Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Saudi Arabia with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary reader’s grades 3-6. The Saudi Arabia title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence...
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An ancient land, Syria is continually ripped by civil war and strife. That s one way to look at Syria. History and today s news certainly prove it to be true. But if we stop to look closer, beyond the fighting and politics, we can find another Syria. This is also a land of kind and generous people. For centuries Syrians have welcomed visitors from all over the world. They love to share their spicy food, rich crafts, and colorful culture. The world...
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Spanning the continents of Europe and Asia, Turkey is an amazing country. Its beautiful beaches and incredible architecture attract visitors from around the globe. Over the course of its history, modern-day Turkey has been part of the Hittite, Roman, and Ottoman Empires. People from Europe and Asia have made this land their home. Come celebrate Children s Day or the Sugar Festival with Turkey s kids. Find out what it’s like to be a student in Istanbul....
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