Vallepur, Shalini

"Perfect Pamela's birthday is next week, and she needs a gown. Will she be nice to her maids, who are looking for the perfect gown? Or will she be a spoiled little girl?"--.

Introduces readers to the origins and celebratory traditions of Chinese New Year, discussing the story, celebration, food, zodiac, and other related topics.

"The . . . biographies in this book will motivate readers to be a voice in their communities, in their classrooms, and in the world beyond. Featured activists include Harriet Tubman, Mohatma Gandhi, Malala Yousafzai, and Greta Thunberg"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a brief explanation about Rosh Hashanah, a Jewish holiday which is sometimes called the Jewish New Year, discussing traditions, food that is served and more.

"Do you think you would have enjoyed living in ancient Greece? Daily life was ruled over by the gods-and they could be a mean bunch! This book is full of fascinating facts about Greek daily life, religion, philosophy, and warfare"--.

Traveling the world isn't always an option, but reading about it can be! With the help of this engaging book, young readers have the opportunity to take an up-close look at the fascinating continent of South America. Simple diagrams help break down key concepts, while easy-to-follow maps help readers understand where in the world-and within the continent-different features are located. Accessible text and captivating photographs ensure that even reluctant and struggling readers will benefit from this informative guide.

Mostly between the Arctic Circle and the Tropic of Cancer lies North America, the third largest continent in area. While young readers may already be familiar with parts of this continent, there is an endless amount of information to learn about the landmass. Simple maps help readers of this volume locate key parts of the continent. With information about important geographical features, as well as the people and cultures that make up North America, this engaging book is an excellent supplement to the elementary social studies curriculum.

Although Europe is the second smallest continent in size, it's the third largest in population. It's home to dozens of countries and a number of bustling cities. Readers of this engaging volume travel on a journey through this one-of-a-kind continent, learning about its people, geography, unique characteristics, and much more along the way. Eye-catching photographs help readers visualize each location, while age-appropriate text helps reinforce key concepts from elementary social studies curricula.

It may be the smallest continent, but there's a lot to know about Australia. This continent, which is also a country, is home to some of the most beautiful and unique places on Earth, such as the Great Barrier Reef and the vast Outback. In this informative book, colorful photographs pair closely with accessible text, guiding readers around this captivating continent. Graphic elements, such as maps and diagrams, help readers visualize some of Australia's most fascinating features and understand fun facts about the continent.

There's no shortage of fun facts to know about Asia. With dozens of countries and an area of more than 17 million square miles (44 million square kilometers), it's home to more people than any other continent on Earth. Plus, it boasts both the highest and lowest points on the planet! Using eye-catching photographs, informative graphic elements, and engaging text, this book guides readers on a fact-filled journey through the largest continent in the world.