social life and customs

"A Palestinian family celebrates the stories of their homeland in this moving autobiographical picture book."--Provided by publisher.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Greece. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Ukraine. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

"Have you ever wondered what life was like for individuals and families living in Colonial America? Learn about what their days consisted of, what they ate and wore, and more"--Amazon.

Illustrates the customs of Filipino celebrations, covering holidays such as Holy Week, Independence Day, Christmas and New Year, and celebrations such as weddings, birthdays, baptisms, and a girl's debut into society.

Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Thailand. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade.

"An epic middle-grade memoir about sisterhood and coming-of-age in the three years leading up to the Bosnian Genocide. Three Summers is the story of five young cousins who grow closer than sisters as ethnic tensions escalate over three summers in 1980s Bosnia. They navigate the joys and pitfalls of adolescence on their family's little island in the middle of the Una River. When finally confronted with the harsh truths of the adult world around them, their bond gives them the resilience to discover and hold fast to their true selves. Written with incredible warmth and tenderness, Amra Sabic-El-Rayess takes readers on a journey that will break their hearts and put them back together again"--.

Fifty years after she witnessed a shocking crime at her family's farm in the English countryside, Laurel, now a successful London actress, returns to the farm and is overwhelmed by family secrets she has not thought of in decades.

"The Romans were the greatest rulers of ancient times, and they dominated the Western world for more than two thousand years. From the foundation of the city of Rome to the fall of Constantinople, find out how this famous civilization from the past expanded their empire throughout Europe and part of Africa and Asia. Meet the twins Romulus and Remus, Julius Caesar, Marcus Antonius, Nero, and the endless historic figures who forged the Roman civilization through great battles and conquests. Find out who the Romans were, their most famous figures, how their society was built, the role of women, and all the most remarkable historical facts"--Publisher.

"Alonso is an old man who is obsessed with stories of heroism. So, he reinvents himself as Don Quixote, knight-in-training! Accompanied by his servant-turned-squire, Sancho, as well as his trusty old horse Rosinante, he sets off on many crazy adventures. Join this wacky knight as he attempts to battle giants that aren't giants and saves maidens who might not want to be saved!"--Back cover.