This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. The contributions of Iraq to world culture are numerous. This book traces the influence of early civilisations through the construction of ancient temples, the development of cuneiform writing, and the invention of the wheel. This book also explores the influence of Arabic and the religion of Islam on the traditions and celebrations of the people of Iraq. The topics include: the traditional and modern art and music of Iraq; temples built in Mesopo...
Iran (Countries of the World (Gareth Stevens)) (Countries of the World Set 1)
by Karen Kenney
The media is full of images and stories about the people of Syria and the suffering they have undergone in recent years. This book looks in detail at the history of the conflict, explains how it came about and the plight of the refugees, while emphasising the point of view of the people actually involved.
Iran - The Land (Revised, Ed. 2) (Lands, Peoples & Cultures)
by Joanne Richter
This series examines the major historical topics through a mixture of narrative and analysis of the key issues involved. It aims to encourage handling and assessment of original historical material. This volume explains how the modern political map of the Middle East has developed since 1918, from the Ottoman Empire to the British and French mandated territory, the creation of independent states and the foundation of Israel in 1948 with subsequent land wars between Israel and its neighbours. The...
Styracosaurus Dinosaur Fun Fact for Kids (Fun Facts for Kids, #9)
by Fishing The Star
Iran (Current Controversies (Library)) (Current Controversies (Paperback))
A biography of the president of the Palestinian National Authority and winner of the Nobel Prize.
Today Iraq is haunted by its legacy of hastily drawn borders in the aftermath of World War I and deteriorating relations with both its immediate neighbors and with the world.
The Arabian Peninsula in the Age of Oil (Making of the Middle East)
by John Calvert
Bible World 2 - Settlers, Warriors and Kings (Bible World)
by John Drane
Joshua. Deborah. Gideon. Samson. David. Solomon. Here are just some of the famous names from the story of the Israelites'' early years in Canaan, from the times of struggle and defeat when they learned to listen to their God to the victorious years when the kingdom was famed for its wealth and wisdom. This ten-volume series uncovers the exciting real-life story of the Bible. Collect all the books in the Bible World series and build a reference library that you will turn to again and again. G...
Yasser Arafat (Biographies of Arab World Leaders)
by Holly Cefery
Kuwait (Modern Middle East Nations & Their Strategic Place in the World S.) (Major Muslim Nations)
by Hal Marcovitz
Hands-On Ancient History: Ancient Egypt HB (Hands-on Ancient History)
by Alexandra Fit
Combining history and hands-on activities, this multicultural series is great for the library and classroom. The history section contains traditional history information, whilst the 'hands-on' section contains recipes, crafts and physical activities. It includes activities to develop critical thinking skills; maps and timeline to develop social studies; and, teacher notes to explain how to use the books in the classroom.
The Parthians and Sassanids Children's Middle Eastern History Books
by Baby Professor
The Rise of Nationalism (Making of the Middle East)
by Barry Rubin
Combining the romance and enchantment of princesses with a message of youthful female empowerment, these books are about girls who didn't just sit around waiting to be rescued. Against great odds, they changed their own lives--and their worlds. Stories of princesses from different cultures and different epochs in history are richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and lovely pen-and-watercolor paintings that help bring these fascinating females to life. In what could be a tale from The Arab...