World Cultures
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What are the strange and frightening creatures called yeti? Why do Sherpa put stones on their roofs? What kind of animal is a cross between a yak and a cow? The Sherpa live in the mountains of Himalaya. You will learn what it’s like to go to school there and how the Sherpa live. You will also read about the monasteries and temples where Buddhist monks play drums, cymbals, and enormous long horns.
When would a woman wear a "bindi", a collared spot, on her forehead? Why do cows wander freely around the city? How do Ganges river dolphins find food? The Ganges River runs through India. It is a holy river. You will read all about the way people live here and about the festivals that centre around the river. There are more festivals here than days in the year.
What type of music do the Creole play? How do you catch a land crab? How do you dance the limbo? Guadeloupe is an island in the Caribbean Sea. The people who live there are mostly Creole. In this book, you will learn all about the way they live. It is always warm in the Caribbean, but hurricanes are common. Most houses are made of concrete to keep them from blowing away.
World Cultures Pack B of 4
by Anita Ganeri, Louise Spilsbury, and Richard Spilsbury
Published 15 October 2007
An insight into different cultures around the world where the environment has a major impact on the lives of the people that live there. Looks at aspects of life familiar to young readers. Includes recipes, traditional games and craft activities
