Learn about the people, places and history of Puerto Rico.

Presents an A to Z illustrated look at some of the people, places, items, and customs of South Africa.

"Welcome to Greece! Gaze at the crumbling walls of ancient ruins. Cross the Aegean Sea to a volcanic island. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of the country where the Olympic Games began."--Provided by publisher.

Welcome to China! Giant pandas, golden snub-nosed monkeys, and snow leopards are just some of the rare animals found in China. Celebrate the Chinese New Year. Jump on a train to visit the Great Wall. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of this Asian country.

Presents an A to Z illustrated look at some of the people, places, items, and customs of Ethiopia.

Welcome to South Africa! Hear the sounds of 11 official languages. See lions and elephants on safari. Try new sports like cricket and rugby. Learn about the people, places, and traditions of this diverse African country.--Provided by publisher.

1,000 words to get kids ready for school. Enter Merriam-Webster's Ready-for-School Words and discover all the words you need to describe the people, places, and things around you. Follow different families through their busy days, from their homes at the breakfast table, to their workplaces and classrooms, to their exploration of the great outdoors on camping trips and at the seaside. With plenty of objects to spot on every page and a list of all1,000...

Spark our littlest explorers' curiosity about the planet we call home with this fully updated preschool atlas from the map experts at National Geographic. This updated picture atlas ensures that even the youngest explorers have the most current information to help them understand the world. Simple, colorful maps teach kids about Earth's land, water, and countries. Bright, bold pictures and lively, accessible text showcase the world's people, places,...

From the best-selling author of Into the Raging Sea comes a moving and eye-opening look at the story of manufacturing in America, whether it can ever successfully return to our shores, and why doing so is vital to our well-being as a nation, told through the experience of one young couple in Maine as they attempt to rebuild a lost industry, ethically. Ben and Whitney Waxman are two tireless idealists trying to do the impossible: make an American-made,...