Discover Countries: Set 2
Aspiring globetrotters won't need their passport to explore the spice markets of Turkey or the bamboo forests of China--thanks to this engrossing series. Each fact-filled volume looks at its country's geography and climate, population and health, culture, education, economy, major industries, and agriculture. Vivid color photographs with detailed captions, along with maps, statistics, and simple graphs and charts, support each thrilling narrative. Each book also includes a topic web to help students learn to assimilate and organize information. Readers will discover a diverse range of countries from Japan and Pakistan to Nigeria and France.
* Reviews *
Series Review: Discover Countries"Large, bright photographs and short bursts of text make these titles accessible and attractive."
--School Library Journal
Series Review: Discover Countries
"This is a wonderful new set of country books to enhance your collection and would work well for research for upper elementary or middle school...This set will add to any collection."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Discover Countries
"The Discover Countries series ...provides several easy to understand facts and colorful authentic photographs. The "Facts at a Glance" and "Did You Know?" sections grab the reader's attention too."
--Kathleen M. Rizzo, Highlands Middle School
