social life and customs

"A Japanese family mourns the loss of a wife and mother by making origami cranes and using the Wind Telephone to communicate their feelings of loss and yearning"--From the publisher.

"People from different cultures often celebrate different holidays. Learning about those holidays [may] help us learn more about what's important to different groups of people. For example, people from Mexico and Latin America celebrate a holiday called D?a de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. When people think of this holiday, they often think of skulls, flowers, and fancy altars. However, the meanings behind all of these parts of the holiday show what's really important to the people who celebrate it--and that's faith and family"--Provided by publisher.

Take a trip to Mexico! Start in Mexico City, where you'll see floating gardens and a famous art museum. Then, stop by a D?a de los Muertos celebration and grab some yummy tacos to eat. And don't forget to visit the ancient city of Chichen Itza! Learn all about Mexico as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.

"Take a trip to New Zealand! Start in the city of Auckland, where you'll find the tall Sky Tower. Then head to a M?ori Matariki celebration and watch people perform the Haka dance. And don't forget to say hi to the sheep and kiwi birds! Learn all about New Zealand as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book"--Provided by publisher.

"Take a trip to Australia! Start in the city of Sydney, where you'll find an impressive bridge and a famous opera house. Then, head into nature to see the beautiful Uluru rock formation and the Great Barrier Reef. And don't forget to say hi to the kangaroos and koalas! Learn all about Australia as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book"--Provided by publisher.

"The roaring 20s and prohibition was a defining era that shaped America--and the world. Readers will turn back the clock to history's turning points during that era and will take a closer look at the major challenges and hurdles the United States faced. Readers will review how this period influenced the American culture from the fashion to the policies to the entertainment"--Provided by publisher.

Much of the story of ancient Egypt is told about royalty. Many kids know about pharaohs like Cleopatra and the amazing pyramids that were built during this time period?but what about the regular people? This graphic novel brings that perspective into focus as a family living in ancient Egypt are part of the major innovations of the time: the pyramids, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, and the use of papyrus and hieroglyphics. Illustrations pair with understandable dialogue and an appendix offers more historical context for readers.

"An illustrated adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre. Plain and poor, Jane Eyre has always been treated unkindly. Her aunt and cousins despise her, and her school is cruel. One day, Jane sets out on her own to be a governess at Thornfield. Here Jane meets Mr. Rochester, the serious master of the house. And there is a strange, eerie laughter coming from the attic"--Provided by publisher.

"This book provides a concise, deeply knowledgeable introduction to North Korea. The authors trace the country's history from its founding in 1948 and consider its current political, economic, social, and cultural life and the continued stranglehold of the Kim family"--.

"China today is never out of the news, with stories about international finance, population, and human rights controversies. From the contrast between its ancient heritage and emerging identity to the Chinese 'economic miracle', this Very Short Introduction addresses the themes, developments, and contradictions that have shaped Modern China. In this new edition Rana Mitter provides a contemporary view of the world's most populous nation, considering China's changing foreign policy, and its unique engagement with the internet. Giving an integrated picture of modern Chinese society, Mitter also addresses China's current global position, and analyses the country's growth in international significance"--Front flap.