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1	Thailand more books like this by Dorling Kindersley Publishing (Creator) add to wishlist The preeminent books in the field of travel, Eyewitness Travel Guides are packed with full-color photographs, maps, detailed text, and illustrations of every significant monument, museum, shop, restaurant, and hotel to be found at the destination. Star features and 3-D cutaway illustrations make sure that travelers won't miss key points of ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.45! \| first editions \| SVS
2	Count Your Way Through the Arab World more books like this by James Haskins add to wishlist Arabic is spoken by nearly two hundred million people throughout the world. It is the official language in nineteen countries, and the co-official language in two other countries. From one language to ten miles of sand dunes, Jim Haskins's simple text combines with Dana Gustafson's striking full-color illustrations to lead readers on a fascinating ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.49! \| first editions \| SVS
3	China more books like this by Justine Fontes, Ron Fontes add to wishlist NATIONAL STANDARDS: Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards- Culture: I- People, societies, and cultures address needs and concerns in ways that are both similar and different- Cultural unity and diversity can be identified within and across groups- Time, Continuity, and Change: II- Accounts of past events, people, places, and situations ... see all copies from $2.10! new only from $4.14! \| SVS
4	Moonbeams, Dumplings & Dragon Boats: A Treasury of Chinese Holiday Tales, Activities & Recipes more books like this by Nina Simonds, Leslie Swartz, The Children's Museum add to wishlist A collection of stories, recipes, and activities associated with various Chinese holidays. Color illustrations accompany the text. see all copies from $6.44! new only from $10.55! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Philippines more books like this by Lily R Tope add to wishlist An illustrated overview of the history, geography and culture of the Philippines and the people who inhabit these tropical islands. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $38.78! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Japan more books like this by Nicholas Bornoff add to wishlist Designed to convey the vitality of one of the most fascinating places in the world, this guide to Japan is divided into three sections for ease of use. An overview of history and culture, a gazetteer of sites by region and Travelwise - the practical information section that covers everything from pre-trip planning and emergencies to hotels, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
7	India the People more books like this by Bobbie Kalman add to wishlist Discover the land...physical characteristics including history and glorious wonders. Discover the people...unique customs as well as those shared round the world. Discover the culture...modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games and more. Candid photographs depict India's unique mixture of peoples at home, work, and school in this engaging ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.72! \| SVS
8	China more books like this by Hugh Sebag-Montefiore add to wishlist Four all-new titles in the Eyewitness Books line now come with clip-art CDs and a wall chart that shine a spotlight on vital topics from the past, present, and future. Full color. see all copies from $5.62! new only from $8.00! \| SVS
9	Escape from Saigon: How a Vietnam War Orphan Became an American Boy more books like this by Andrea Warren add to wishlist This true story of a Vietnam War orphan describes his travails during the war and his rescue shortly before the fall of Saigon. "Long" is the son of a Vietnamese mother and an American father. After Long's father deserted them, his mother became severely depressed and returned with Long to her native village, where she is believed to have killed ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| first editions \| SVS
10	India the Culture more books like this by Bobbie Kalman add to wishlist Discover the land...physical characteristics including history and glorious wonders. Discover the people...unique customs as well as those shared round the world. Discover the culture...modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games and more. Explore ancient religions and other facets of India's rich and colourful culture in this new second ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.30! \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	Nepal more books like this by Jon Burbank add to wishlist Explores in pictures and text the cultural history and religious practices that still pervade everyday life for the major ethnic groups that inhabit this remote and fascinating mountain country. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.21! \| SVS
12 view cover	Japan more books like this by Ann Heinrichs add to wishlist Suitable for National Curriculum KS2/3, a title in the ENCHANTMENT OF THE WORLD series which examines different aspects of life in Japan, such as climate, flora and fauna, history, government, sports and culture. Includes an appendix and timeline. Illustrated with colour photographs. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.63! \| SVS
13 view cover	I Live in Tokyo more books like this by Mari Takabayashi (Illustrator) add to wishlist A 7-year-old girl named Mimiko escorts readers through a year of her life in the busy, bustling city of Tokyo, Japan. Through Mimiko's adventures, readers will learn about such things as Japan's annual Doll's Festival, riding the super-fast bullet train, and eating such traditional Japanese foods as wagashi. Watercolor illustrations accompany the ... see all copies from $2.25! new only from $2.48! \| SVS
14 view cover	India more books like this by Manini Chatterjee, Anita Roy add to wishlist This stunning guide allows readers to discover the diversity of the world's most populous democracy and delve into India's history, culture, and people. From the Mughal dynasty to how India gained its independence from Britain, this book shows how the country has developed into a powerful world nation. Illustrations. see all copies from $2.07! new only from $8.00! \| SVS
15 view cover	Finders Keepers?: A True Story more books like this by Robert A Arnett, Smita R Turakhia (Illustrator) add to wishlist 2005 Mom's Choice Award in the Children's Educational Picture Book category. Winner of Outstanding Books of the Year for the Independent Publisher Book Award and Winner of the most Inspirational to Youth Book Category Award. Benjamin Franklin Silver Award for Best Multicultural Book of the Year. Winner of The National Parenting Center Seal of ... see all copies from $6.63! new only from $13.01! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Find Out about China more books like this by Zheng Qing, Tim Hutchinson (Illustrator) add to wishlist Each "Find Out About " book introduces boys and girls to a different country, its people, its history, its culture, and its language. The books are divided into four parts: Part One: IntroductionaTakes readers on a journey across the country, pointing out major cities, places of special interest, and favorite sports and pastimes. Part Two: ... see all copies from $5.04! new only from $7.80! \| SVS
17 view cover	One Thousand Paper Cranes: The Story of Sadako and the Children's Peace Statue more books like this by Takayuki Ishii add to wishlist The Japanese campaign to build the Children's Peace Statue honoring Sadako Sasaki, who died from atomic bomb disease shortly after the bombing of Hiroshima during World War II, is presented. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.37! \| SVS
18 view cover	India the Land more books like this by Bobbie Kalman add to wishlist Discover the land...physical characteristics including history and glorious wonders. Discover the people...unique customs as well as those shared round the world. Discover the culture...modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games and more. Updated facts and statistics highlight this new second revised edition of "India the Land". ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.72! \| SVS
19 view cover	Pakistan more books like this by Carolyn Black add to wishlist This work is intended for children aged 9-14 years. Pakistan's history, climate, and geography have shaped many of the customs and practices of its people. This fascinating new book follows the history of Pakistan's culture and religion and portrays modern daily life. Topics include: early empires, the arrival of Buddhism, and the Moghul Empire; ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $4.72! \| SVS
20	Red Dragonfly on My Shoulder: Haiku more books like this by Sylvia Cassedy, Molly Bang (Photographer), Kunihiro Suetake add to wishlist Thirteen haiku about animals, translated from the Japanese and illustrated with collages and assemblages. see all copies from $1.99! first editions
21 view cover	Chi-Hoon: A Korean Girl more books like this by Patricia McMahon add to wishlist "A week in the life of an eight-year-old Korean girl is presented through diary entries, wry third-person narrative, and full-color photographs. Children will delight in this work . . . an exemplar of how this type of book should be done".--starred review, "School Library Journal". see all copies from $1.99! new only from $79.34! \| SVS
22 view cover	Water Buffalo Days: Growing Up in Vietnam more books like this by Huynh Quang Nhuong add to wishlist This autobiography concentrates on the author's childhood in Vietnam, during which he shared a special bond with an unusual friend--a water buffalo named Tank. When local bullies picked on Nhuong, Tank defended him; when a wild tiger attacked the village, Tank chased the tiger away; and when the other water buffalo needed a leader, Tank took ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.25! \| first editions \| SVS
23 view cover	China: Land of Dragons and Emperors more books like this by Adeline Yen Mah add to wishlist "A fascinating book about the history and culture of China. " The history of China spans thousands of years. Journey through China in this fascinating and absorbing book: discover the land of dragons and emperors, and learn about the significance of its ancient dynasties. Countless tools and materials that people have used every day for centuries- ... see all copies from $7.98! new only from $7.98! \| SVS
24 view cover	Count Your Way Through China more books like this by James Haskins add to wishlist Ten explanations of varying aspects of Chinese life--from the five tones of the Chinese musical scale to the seven zones of vegetation found in China--introduce readers to China. Jim Haskin's simple text and Dennis Hockerman's stunning full-color illustrations give children an opportunity to get to know their neighbors across the Pacific. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.69! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	To Grandmother's House: A Visit to Old-Town Beijing more books like this by Douglas Keister (Photographer) add to wishlist Journey through Beijing and the magical hutong neighborhood with a young Chinese girl, Zhang Yue, her cousin, and her waipo-Chinese for "maternal grandmother"-for a day of adventure and tradition in the new book "To Grandmother's House". On their way to visiting their waipo, the girls see the sights of Beijing and wander around the shops and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.00! \| SVS

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