finland

"Poorling is a little bear. She's a bit different from her brothers. Mother keeps their family safe. For the Forest is full of dangers. It is there that Mana lives, with her Shadow children. And above them all, Emuu, the great Grandma in the Sky"--Jacket flap.

"Take a trip to Finland! Start in the city of Helsinki, where you'll find some beautiful buildings. Then, head to a fun Midsummer celebration to enjoy a bonfire or swim under the Midnight Sun. And don't forget to relax in a hot sauna! Learn all about Finland as you explore the country"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Finland. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.

Details the history, culture, geography and government of Finland.

"Poorling is a little bear. She's a bit different from her brothers. Mother keeps their family safe. For the Forest is full of dangers. It is there that Mana lives, with her Shadow children. And above them all, Emuu, the great Grandma in the Sky"--Jacket flap.

Profusely illustrated text describes the history of World War II in Sweden and Finland.

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Finland.

"One gloomy Finnish winter's day, Otto, an elfin adventurer, finds a postcard on the seashore showing pictures of beautiful sparkling lights in the night sky with the words, 'The light of Christmas!' Otto decides he must find this brightness. So he heads north, trudging through the dark forests and skiing towards the fells of Lapland, in search of the secret light of Christmas. On his way he meets the mighty Kekri, king of the forest, Niiu, a beautiful leaf fairy, a hungry badger, a friendly bear and the infamous Ironworm. But will he ever find the mysterious light he's looking for, and will Christmas brighten Otto's winter?"--Back cover.

Ski jumper Mo Clark goes to Finland with the Scholar Athlete Exchange Program, trying to get away from her famous and accomplished family and seeking equality in her male-dominated sport.