Lands, Peoples, & Cultures (Pb) Series

This revised and beautifully designed new edition covers every aspect of Japan's geography, natural resources, agriculture, and landforms. Updated photographs and information on topics such as modern industry, new approaches to pollution and recycling, and high-speed trains are included.

Canada

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 11 January 1993

The second-largest country on Earth, Canada possesses a tremendous variety of natural wonders. This new second revision to Canada the Land takes students on a fascinating tour of the country’s rugged coasts, frozen northern regions, vast prairies, and majestic mountain ranges.

Mexico

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 5 January 1993

This updated book celebrates Mexico’s heroes’ past and present and explores the values and the traditions of Mexicans at home, school, and work. A new easy-to-follow timeline has been added to show Mexico’s history from the Olmecs to the 21st century. New information discusses the unrest in Chiapas, language and education, and people at work.

Canada, the Culture

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 1 March 1993

This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. This newly revised edition explores the different ways in which Canadians express their creativity through music, art, dance, theatre, and television. New information features religion, clothing worn by native people, the uniforms of the Mounties, and an Ojibwa folktale. The topics covered include: a variety of cultures; myths, stories, and literature; Cirque du Soleil; television, music, and film; and, art, theatre, and dance.

China: The Land

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 11 January 1989

India: The Culture

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 1 November 2000

Tibet

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 1 February 1990

Describes Tibet's history, geography, people, daily life, political situation, religion, culture, and festivals.

China, the Culture

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 19 October 1989

Describes China's rich cultural heritage, including art, music, literature, and religion.

China, the Land

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 19 October 1989

Four new countries and nine updated editions have been added to Bobbie Kalman's popular Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series. These powerful and intimate portraits of countries use up-to-date information and full-color photography. Presented in a mini series format, three books per country ensures thorough coverage of all the important aspects. It also allows more students to work on different projects at the same time. Covering more than basic history and geography, students will be fascinated to learn about: -- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and moreStunning new photographs capture the beauty of China's landscape in this revised edition of China the land. Updated information includes problems faced by Tibet and other autonomous regions, the Three Gorges Dam project, the Cultural Revolution, and China's current president.Other topics include: -- China's early history-- political and economic changes-- the Great Wall of China-- farming and fishing techniques-- transportation-- environmental issues

Vietnam - The Culture

by Bobbie Kalman

Published June 1996

-- the land... geography, agriculture, transportation, history, industry, and glorious wonders

-- the people... unique customs, customs we share, problems faced by minority groups and women

-- the culture... modern festivals, ancient processions, food, games, and more

Vietnam maintains a strong link to the past but is now finding foreign cultures, especially from the West, are beginning to have an influence on their culture. Celebrate the festivals that honor Vietnamese beliefs as well as their stories about heroes and legends, their theater, and haunting music.

Topics include:
-- music, theater and fashion
-- flavors of the land and sea
-- architecture
-- arts, crafts and festivals
-- religion -- a monk's life

Vietnam - The Land

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 19 June 1996

Describes the events and people that have shaped Vietnam's long history.

Vietnam

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 1 January 1996

Vietnam, the People

by Bobbie Kalman

Published June 1996

This book is suitable for children of ages 9-14. Readers will enjoy seeing candid photographs of the people of Vietnam as they go about their daily lives in this revised new book. New information features Vietnamese legends and modern writers, martial arts, the aftermath of the Vietnam war, and how the quality of life is improving. The topics include: home and family; Vietnamese beliefs and heroes; occupations; education and language; life in a village, city, on the river, and in the hills; and, the market.

Peru, the Land

by Bobbie Kalman and David Schimpky

Published 1 January 1994

Canada Celebrates Multiculturalism

by Bobbie Kalman

Published 1 October 1993

Introduces Canadian holidays, including festivals celebrated by the various ethnic communities in Canada, such as harvest festivals, Christmas, New Years, and religious holidays, and includes recipes for holiday treats.