For centuries, India has been imagined as a land of snake charmers, fabulous rulers called maharajas, and masses of poor people. However, in recent years India has made notable progress in the fields of science, engineering, and information technology, leading to its development into a major political and economic power…

Packed with beautifully designed and detailed maps, this world atlas is the perfect companion for geography students. First published in 1988 and now in its 9th edition, Student World Atlas has been fully revised and updated. With 290 maps in total, it combines larger, traditional reference maps with smaller topic maps…

She grew up in a world where women were supposed to be quiet. But Malala Yousafzai refused to be silent. She defied the Taliban's rules, spoke out for education for every girl, and was almost killed for her beliefs. This powerful true story of how one brave girl named Malala…

The life story of Soichiro Honda, pioneering Japanese businessman and innovative motorcycle and car manufacturer. One day in 1914 when Soichiro Honda was seven years old, an astonishing, moving dust cloud appeared in his small Japanese town. The cause was a leaky, noisy automobile-the first the boy had ever seen. At…

Ancient religions and other facets of India's rich and colorful culture are explored in this updated edition that includes new breathtaking photos and updated text on the now-outlawed marriage dowry, the many religious sects, arts and crafts, and more. Includes a recipe for Indian ice cream. Full-color illustrations.

The student portfolio for the "Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia Unit" in Living History Weavings contains the student activities that serve as the anchor for learning in this unit. Pages are three-hole-punched for insertion in a binder, with a front and back cover sheet. Binder is not included.

The student portfolio for the "Louis Braille" half-unit in Living History Weavings contains the student activities that serve as the anchor for learning in this unit. Pages are three-hole-punched for insertion in a binder, with a front and back cover sheet. Binder is not included.

The true story of a young teenager during Mao Zedong's Cultural Revolution in China in 1966.

This a beautiful and artistic book describing the magnificence of the great Taj Mahal and how it came into being. It is a remarkable story of the long dynasty that lead up to the creation of one of the great wonders of the world. This book is historically acute with…

The inspiring true story of a Malawi teenager who brought electricity to his struggling village--now in the ideal classroom-ready edition. William Kamkwamba grew up in a tiny farming village in Malawi, Africa, without electricity. When a drought destroyed the crops and famine resulted, William's family could no longer afford his school…

Imagine looking out to sea and seeing more than three hundred gargantuan ships, their flaming red sails caught in the wind, approaching your shore. What wonders of the world would be found on those ships? Over six hundred years ago, Emperor Zhu Di of China decided to build the greatest…

The story of rice: where it comes from, how it's grown, and how it gets to your table.

From the towering peaks of the Himalayas and the rain forests of Africa to the ancient buildings of Europe and the megacities of Asia, Where on Earth? Atlas brings our amazing world to life in spectacular 3-D maps. Where is the hottest place on the planet? What is the most densely populated…

The 2002 Gold Medallion for Elementary Age Children. If you appreciated Operation World as an adult, your kids will love this invaluable and age-appropriate prayer resource that develops cultural, political and geographical awareness through a Christian lens. Stunning photographic visuals complement this A to Z collection of countries and people…