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"Explores the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of Cuba"--Provided by publisher.

Located along the northwestern edge of Africa, Morocco’s proximity to both Europe and the Middle East has led it to develop a unique culture throughout its history. Readers will explore the nation’s entire history, from its earliest settlement to its time as a site of European colonization to its current status as the only monarchy in North Africa. They will also get a close look at the diverse wildlife of its mountains, deserts, and beaches,...

A small nation located along West Africa’s Atlantic coast, Liberia was established in the 1820s as a colony for former slaves and other free blacks living in the United States. Readers will discover how this came to be, how the colony became an independent nation, and how it changed over time. They will also explore the country’s beautiful geography, sample some of its diverse native wildlife, and find out how its people live today.

Despite its relatively small size, the island nation of Cuba has often played a major role in global politics. Readers will explore the country’s fascinating and sometimes tumultuous history as they tour its beautiful beaches, rugged mountains, and bustling cities. They will also be immersed in Cuba’s rich culture, from its delicious cuisine to its many contributions to the arts.

Learning about America is an exciting adventure with the updated fourth edition of this atlas specially created for children by the map experts at National Geographic. It’s a big country, and the cartographic experts at National Geographic want youngsters to have the engaging tools they need to explore and understand it. This fully revised and updated United States atlas features large, vibrant maps custom designed for children, along with bright,...

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Rhode Island"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces the Tuniit, a race of people who populated the Arctic even before the modern Inuit.

This 48-page, general information book for children, 8-12, is beautifully illustrated with full-color photographs, graphics, maps and charts. Discover Nevada's cities, deographics and industries, geography, geology and hydrology, government, prehistory and history, early exploration and settlement, native Nevadans, great women, mining, ranching and railroads, environmental issues, and flora and fauna.

Describes how his creative life was profoundly shaped by a neurological condition called synesthesia which caused him to experienced colors as sounds and sounds as colors.