"Step into the world of ancient Rome and meet its emperors, gods, soldiers, and gladiators. Who were Rome's most famous emperors? What was everyday life like for a soldier in the Roman army? How did the citizens of ancient Rome live? Did gladiators really fight to the death in the mighty Colosseum? Find out the answers to all these questions, and many more, in Eyewitness Ancient Rome. Photographs of real artefacts and detailed illustrations will help...

This book tells the story of the Vikings--their ships and weapons, heroes and myths, and great adventures in war and exploration. "Become an eyewitness to the world of Nordic raiders and traders and learn all about the culture and history of Vikings. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. Children can learn all about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as...

"Describes the social and economic structure of country life during the New Kingdom period (c. 1550 BCE - 1070 BCE) of ancient Egypt, including the distinctive roles of men and women and what it was like to be a child in a peasant community"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information on African culture including fine arts, ceremonies, legends, and the culture's global influence.

Provides an introduction to the geography, landscape, economy, culture, and religion of Poland, and includes maps, fact boxes, graphs, and charts.

Briefly explores some of the history, culture, climate, and ecology of the nation of Norway. Highlights how people live, work, play, and celebrate. Includes a glossary.

Korean Heritage in the Celebrating Diversity in My Classroom series explores the geography, languages, religions, food, and culture of Korea in a fun age-appropriate way. Students with Korean heritage are a significant and important part of the fabric of America and this book helps foster empathy in all students and a multi-cultural community in the classroom. Glossary, index, and additional backmatter aids further learning.

"Readers...will learn the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs, such as the dragon parade, associated with it... also provides instructions on how to make ya sui qian, or the red envelopes the Chinese use for gifts of money, as well as a recipe for fried rice."--Publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about South Sudan. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--Provided by publisher.

Engaging information and pictures of Israel. Learn about the people, the resources, and other important facts.