"India is a land of variety: cultures, ethnic groups, and languages, landscapes, religions, and art forms. This huge country has a history that stretches over thousands of years, over a backdrop woven of all these threads, and a future that has both profound challenges and much promise"--

Introduces Poland, describing its history, geography, cities, food, animals, religion, occupations, and system of government.

Amazing facts, sites, and activities related to each state in the U.S., as well as car games.

"Although at times religious and ethnic tensions have risen to the surface, Indonesians live in relative harmony and have developed a distinct Indonesian identity since becoming an independent republic in 1949. With its multi-party democracy and free elections, modern Indonesia is a much more politically mature and tolerant place than it was during the Suharto era, when authoritarian one-party rule held sway. Today, Indonesia has become a prime example...

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Uganda"--Provided by publisher.

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Barbados"--Provided by publisher.

"Because the people of Myanmar are relatively isolated from much of the development that has occurred in other parts of the globe, they have managed to maintain core traditions and values that have been in place for thousands of years. But when their way of life is threatened, as it has been during times of political upheaval and various human rights violations that have alarmed international rights watch groups, they have spoken up and mounted protests....

New Zealand is an island country in the Pacific Ocean. Mountains, glaciers, subtropical forests, volcanoes, lush farmland, and sandy beaches can all be found in this small nation. Learn more about New Zealand's fascinating history, culture, geography, and more.

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and culture of Latvia"--Provided by publisher.

The Philippines is located in the Pacific Ocean in Southeast Asia. Consisting of more than 7,000 islands, the country features extensive mountain ranges, fertile valleys, and miles (kilometers) of beautiful coastline. Learn about the Philippines' fascinating history, culture, geography, and more.