Senker, Cath

Chronicles the development and spread of Judaism throughout the world, tracing the religion's history from its origins to the early twenty-first century, and includes comments from religious leaders, a look at holy sites, and information on Jewish celebrations, as well as maps and photographs.

Answers questions kids may have about personal hygiene, discussing washing, tooth brushing, hair care, nail biting, and other topics.

Explores how the climate, history, religion, and culture of Lebanon have influenced the national cuisine and describes traditional foods from the region, with recipes for three popular Lebanese dishes.

Examines opposing viewpoints on immigration, discussing its history and questions such as how it affects host economies.

Presents an examination of major causes of World War II, providing information from primary source materials, the experience of individuals who participated in the war, and the opinions of professional historians.

Identifies career opportunities in hospitality and catering, providing descriptions of hotel, restaurant, and catering jobs, with information on responsibilities and training, and profiles of workers in the field.

Identifies career opportunities in the construction industry, providing descriptions of equipment operators, carpenters, electricians, inspectors, and others, with information on responsibilities and training, and profiles of workers in the field.

Describes daily life thousands of years ago in the lands of the Bible, including present-day Israel, Lebanon, Jordan, and Syria, covering homes, agriculture, trade and industry, religion, education, transportation, town life, entertainment, and warfare as well as the life of Jesus Christ and early Christianity, and presents color illustrations and overlays.

An introduction to Saudi Arabia that discusses the history, people, government, culture, and economy of the country and provides a time line, basic facts, a glossary, and a list of related Web sites.