Series:

Country Guides, with Benjamin Blog and His Inquisitive Dog

27 total works

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England

by Anita Ganeri

Published 27 March 2003
One of a series that introduces countries to young researchers. Each country is considered in terms of its location, weather, shelter, food, landmarks, transport, schools, clothing, recreations, celebrations and culture. The books use simple text and photographs to present first reference facts. Every spread builds on information presented in the previous one. Simple maps help young reaters locate each country's place in the world and to identify places and geographical features mentioned in the text. In addition, the books should support many of the points needed for the NC's geographical enquiry, skill and knowledge, understanding of places, and patterns and processes.

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Country Topics: France

by Rachel Wright and Anita Ganeri

Published 25 November 1993
This introduces France and its culture through facts and activities. It includes an introduction to the language plus a chance to sample some French cuisine.

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India

by Anita Ganeri and Rachel Wright

Published 28 June 1994
The Country Topics series looks at everyday life and customs in different countries and provides geograp hical, historical and social information, related craft idea s, games and activities plus an introduction to the featured country''s language. '

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Germany

by Anita Ganeri

Published 24 November 1994
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Germany! The book includes chapters on German history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin and Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria.

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Australia

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 January 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Australia! The book includes chapters on Australian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as Uluru and Sydney Harbour Bridge.

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Canada

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 January 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Canada! The book includes chapters on Canadian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the CN Tower and Niagara Falls.

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Mexico

by Anita Ganeri and Rachel Wright

Published 1 June 1994
This is one of a series of books that look at different countries in an activity-based way. Each book includes the geographical, historical and social aspects of everyday life in the country, looking at the different regions, trade, agriculture, school and home life. Interspersed are step-by-step guides to different activities - models to make, recipes to try, games to play and songs to sing, all designed to help the reader learn about the country and its language.

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Scotland

by Anita Ganeri

Published 27 March 2003
One of a series that introduces countries to young researchers. Each country is considered in terms of its location, weather, shelter, food, landmarks, transport, schools, clothing, recreations, celebrations and culture. The books use simple text and photographs to present first reference facts. Every spread builds on information presented in the previous one. Simple maps help young reaters locate each country's place in the world and to identify places and geographical features mentioned in the text. In addition, the books should support many of the points needed for the NC's geographical enquiry, skill and knowledge, understanding of places, and patterns and processes.

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Republic of Ireland

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 January 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Ireland! The book includes chapters on Irish history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as Blarney Castle and Great Blasket Island.

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Brazil

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 July 2014
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Brazil! The book includes chapters on Brazilian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Iguacu Falls and the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro.

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Japan

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 July 2014
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Japan! The book includes chapters on Japanese history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Kamigamo Shrine in Kyoto, and Hiroshima.

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United States of America

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 January 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: the United States of America! The book includes chapters on American history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Grand Canyon and the Empire State Building.

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Egypt

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 July 2014
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Egypt! The book includes chapters on Egyptian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Great Pyramid of Giza and the Abu Simbel Temple.

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China

by Anita Ganeri

Published 12 May 1994
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: China! The book includes chapters on Chinese history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Great Wall of China and the Three Gorges Dam.

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South Africa

by Anita Ganeri

Published 1 July 2014
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: South Africa! The book includes chapters on South African history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Cape of Good Hope and Table Mountain.

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Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel the globe exploring some of the world's most fascinating countries! Each book includes chapters on the history, geography, cities, people, food, famous places, and more of the country in question.

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Spain

by Anita Ganeri

Published 2 July 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Spain! The book includes chapters on Spanish history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona and the Royal Palace in Madrid.

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Italy

by Anita Ganeri

Published 2 July 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Italy! The book includes chapters on Italian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Lake Garda.

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Russia

by Anita Ganeri

Published 2 July 2015
Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating countries: Russia! The book includes chapters on Russian history, geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Kremlin in Moscow and Lake Baikal.