culture

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Guns, germs, and steel

the fates of human societies
1998
Traces the development of primitive societies showing why some groups advanced more rapidly than others and how this progression explains why various populations stabilize at specific phases of development.

The Color of Culture II

1996
Dr. Mona Lake Jones, Seattle Educator and poet laureate presents a balanced mix of compassion, humor and inspiration in her culture-packed new book, The Color ofCulture II. She continues to provide audiences dynamic presentations of her original work.

Global voices, global visions

a core collection of multicultural books
1995
Offers a selection of works of multicultural literature, nonfiction, and biography, intended for general adult readers. Each of the fifteen sections cover a different cultural group and begins with a historical overview, followed by a synopsis of recommended titles.

The Mexican way of life

1986
Examines the geographical and historical influences on the culture, economy, and traditions of Mexico. Also offers timely perspectives which help to develop an appreciation of our global interdependence.

Patterns of culture

1989
A study of three contrasting cultures --the Pueblos of New Mexico, the natives of Dobu in Melanesia, and the Indian tribes of the American Northwest coast.

Who we are

2004
Discusses the people and cultures of many nations, including responsibilities and customs, and how families, neighborhoods and nations throughout the world work together. Includes extension activities.

Gente

1987
Emphasizes the differences among the four billion people on earth.

A first dictionary of cultural literacy

what our children need to know
1996
Presents an outline of the knowledge that, according to the "Core Knowledge Foundation," should be acquired by the end of sixth grade, in such categories as literature, religion and philosophy, history, geography, mathematics, science, and technology.

Who we are

2007
Discusses the people and cultures of many nations, including responsibilities and customs, and how families, neighborhoods and nations throughout the world work together. Includes extension activities.

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