latin america

An introduction to Day of the Dead.

"Carnival is a holiday celebrated in many different countries, but Latin America has some of the biggest festivals in the world. This book teaches young readers all about carnival, from its history rooted in Catholic tradition to its outrageous costumes and decorations. Vivid, colorful photos transport readers right into the heart of this vibrant celebration and the age-appropriate language is engaging and fun to read"--Provided by publisher.

Details the life and career of doctor turned communist leader of the Cuban Revolution, Che Guevara.

"Steeped in Hispanic folklore since childhood, middle schooler Charlie Hern?ndez learns the stories are true when, shortly after his parents disappearance, he grows horns and feathers and finds himself at the heart of a battle to save the world"--Provided by publisher.

"When Queen Joanna is kidnapped Charlie and Violet set out across South America to find her and discover a conspiracy to raise the dead"--.

"A collection of three Latin American folktales retold in graphic novel form"--.

"Discusses the iconic photograph of revolutionary Che Guevara taken in 1960 by Cuban photographer Alberto Korda"--Provided by publisher.

From Mexico to the tip of South America, Latin America features varied scenery, including deserts, grasslands, plains, and mountains. Some are extreme: The Andes is the world's longest mountain range, and the Atacama Desert has not had rain for over 400 years! Latin America's remarkable landscape is an essential factor in its surprisingly different climatic zones. This insightful volume offers a comprehensive tour of the many vibrant countries of this fascinating region, highlighting its most striking areas in vivid photographs. It is also an inviting exploration of geography, natural resources, and climate, components of the national social studies curriculum standards.

This book covers the major drivers of the Latin American region's economy, including exports of agricultural products, petroleum and minerals, and manufactured goods, along with the service and tourism industries. Despite recent improvements, the Latin American economy remains dependent on commodity exports to the West, presenting a challenge to the region's long-term future. When used in the classroom, this resource provides readers with the tools they need to analyze concepts in economics and how they affect the countries of Latin America.