Powell, Jillian

"Ajita, a young girl from India, introduces readers to her country's landscape, weather, foods, and festivals. Ajita also tells readers about her school, family life, and things to see in India. Includes a page of facts about India's population, geography, and culture"--Provided by publisher.

Josh and his new stepbrother, Tom, seem to have nothing in common when they first move in together, but when Tom begins sleepwalking, Josh makes a frightening discovery.

Describes how arts and crafts were created in Tudor-era Britain, and offers instructions for twelve craft projects, including a Tudor rose, a jester's crown, a stained glass coat of arms, and a masquerade mask.

"With a flair for fashion and a love of cats, the ancient Egyptians weren't so different from us, except for the mummies and sarcophagi. This engaging book teaches readers about ancient Egyptian culture as they craft their way through history. Readers will love the diverse variety of activities, drawing hieroglyphics in clay, designing their own jewelry, making animal mummies, and more. Easy-to-follow instructions and photographs make these fun projects accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities. Full of interesting facts, this book is a fascinating combination of hands-on art activities and history that readers will love.".

Photographs, maps, and simple text describe the people, culture, and geography of Japan.

Photographs, maps, and simple text describe the people, culture, and geography of Japan.

Describes the landscape, climate, country and city life, schools, homes, and food of Great Britain, and includes a glossary and fact list.

Describes the landscape, climate, country and city life, schools, homes, and food of China, and includes a glossary and fact list.

"Teaches readers about ancient Romans culture as they craft their way through history... diverse variety of activities, creating laurel wreaths, shields, Janus masks, and more. Easy-to-follow instructions and photographs make these fun projects accessible to a wide range of ages and abilities. Full of interesting facts... combination of hands-on art activities and history."--Provided by publisher.