David C King

"Includes social studies projects taken from the ancient Egyptians"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a visual reference guide to American history, beginning with the first Native American cultures on the continent and ending in 2018.

"From its stark deserts to the glittering city of Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (sometimes known simply as UAE) is shown to readers in fascinating detail through this engaging and informative guide. Chapters focused on this small Arabian nation's history, economy, and environment supplement curriculum concepts, and others present the country's arts, festivals, and foods-with simple and delicious recipes to enhance the reading experience. The comprehensive...

"Mozambique's history is filled with conquest and war. However, today, it's carving out its own place in the world, with its own unique culture. Readers get a taste of this culture through informative and engaging main text and sidebars that add essential details to the story of this African nation. Helpful maps supplement explorations of the country's geography and economy, and easy-to-follow recipes allow readers to bring what they've learned into...

"Ahlaan bikum fi eamman"-Welcome to Oman, a country of contrasts. Located on the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East, Oman straddles the old and the new, the traditional with the modern. Camels and horses vie with cars and buses for room on the roads. Mosques made for worshippers share the land with motels made for tourists. Multiple cups of kahwa, or coffee mixed with cardamom, are served daily, alongside countless cans of Mountain Dew, both competing...

"The nation of Azerbaijan combines rich historical tradition with a modern mindset. As a former part of the Soviet Union, it has had to forge its own path in the 21st century, and readers explore the successes and setbacks along the way in this informative and engaging guide. The detailed text and enlightening sidebars highlight political, cultural, geographical, and economic facts about Azerbaijan, and full-color photographs of this country's landscapes...

"For a long time, the national identities of the people of Serbia and Montenegro were shared as they lived under one country. However, in recent years, Serbia and Montenegro have become their own nations, and readers discover the details behind this split as they examine the similarities and differences between these neighboring nations. Using the most current information available, this volume takes readers through the complicated history of these...

Explore the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Kansas. The third edition of this popular series provides lists of key people, sites, cities, plants and animals, political figures, industries, and events in the Sunflower State.