ethnic groups

It may be taboo to say so, but some groups in this country do better than others. Mormon, Cuban, Nigerian, and Chinese Americans have all recently achieved astonishing business success. This book uncovers the secret to their success.

Learn all about indigenous rights activism, from reclaiming names to saving cultural lands. Get a global look at the history of the movement, meet the activists involved, and celebrate some of the legal victories! Each chapters end with a call to action, so kids can feel inspired to get involved in their own communities. This high-interest book is written at a lower reading level for struggling readers. Considerate text and engaging art and photographs are sure to grab even the most reluctant readers. Series includes a table of contents, sidebars, bibliography, glossary, index, and author biography.

A poem about human differences and similarities, accompanied by paintings of an interracial group of children sharing a sunny day and the universal childhood joy of just being together.

Kayaking is an ancient activity that was once key to the survival of Inuit peoples. It has since become a recreational pursuit popular among young and old alike. Readers will be excited to take to the water after learning the basics of kayaking, including proper paddle control and performing a roll. Beginners will learn where they can enjoy a leisurely introduction to kayaking with a scenic guided tour and how they can work their way up to the difficult rapids tackled by advanced kayakers. Important terms, equipment, strokes, and the differences between sea and whitewater kayaking are also covered.

Examines some leading issues from the perspective of sharply opposing points of view with the purpose of enhancing our understanding of the issue.

A multicultural collection of stories, poems, essays, drama, and photographs by past and current residents of Queens, New York.

Profiles five hundred children's books published between 1994 and 1999 that represent African-Americans, Asian-Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans, providing brief plot summaries, evaluations of style and cultural values, publication information, and age and grade levels.

A playground rap that introduces young readers to how people are different yet the same.