When kindly Señor Tomas and Señora Rosa welcome a stray cat into their home and share tuna tacos with him, insisting that he use proper table manners, they find that he has a lesson for them, as well.

Provides information on 500 cultures of the world, covering twenty different areas of daily life including clothing, food, language, and religion. "These volumes will explain how Rwandans, Mayans, and Uzbeks live; and characteristics of Hmong Americans, Choctaws, Iroquois, and Ojibwas are described. The articles are written by over 150 contributors and are divided into four geographically arranged volumes: Africa, the Americas, Asia and Oceania,...

"Saying hello and goodbye is one aspect of having good manners and showing respect for other people. It's especially important for people to say hello and goodbye if it's been said to them. We teach people to be polite because we want them to understand that being rude is hurtful and disrespectful. This book explores situations in which it is polite to say hello and goodbye and why saying hello and goodbye is important. Colorful illustrations and...

"For thousands of years, the island nation of Japan remained proudly isolated, developing a culture with roots in ancient religions, rites, and beliefs. As time went on, the people began to take their place in the world, and that foundation of unity allowed them to have an influence far beyond their homeland. In this volume, travel back in time to meed the people who created that foundational culture, and see how their ways and beliefs were tested...

"Readers will learn about the Dominican Republic's forests, brimming with orchids and hundreds of bird species, as well as its people and their rich past. Book includes a table of contents, activity sections, sidebars, a glossary, and references to learn more"--

"Readers will explore Cuban art, music, and holidays, and learn about the complicated history of its government. Book includes a table of contents, activity sections, sidebars, a glossary, and references to learn more"--

Vietnam's rich history, colorful culture and diverse ethnic groups spring to life beginning with a brief look at the nation's history, from the ancient kings to the tumultuous changes of the war years. In present-day, tour an on-the-go nation, use the recipes to make authentic dishes, hear popular folk tales and legends told to Vietnamese children, learn the language, and join the trong com dancers. Kids will get an inside look at a country and culture,...

"This title highlights major destinations within Venezuela and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Venezuela, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint...

"Discover what daily life is like for children all over the world in this exploration of everything from food to family, and learn how to greet new friends in many different languages."--