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Make learning how to cook fun and downright magical with inspiration from the Disney Princesses! Featuring simple step-by-step instructions and mouth-watering photos of each dish, this cookbook makes it easy to whip up enchanting treats, while enjoying captivating illustrations of the princesses and their friends.

"Ireland is a nation known for its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and unique culture. Readers explore these and many other aspects of life on the Emerald Isle in this meticulously researched and updated guide to Irish culture. Focused chapters highlight the tumultuous history of this nation, its natural resources, its arts scene, and much more. Readers even get a taste of Irish cuisine and are invited to try their hand at preparing it with the...

Illustrations and brief text present all kinds of libraries, from bookmobiles and home libraries to the New York Public Library and the Library of Congress.

"Jamaica is a popular tourist destination, but what is life like for the people who live on this Caribbean island? Readers find out as they explore chapters devoted to this nation's geography, government, religious and ethnic groups, leisure activities, and more. Vibrant photographs highlight the beauty of the Jamaican landscape and people, and maps provide an additional visual element. Sidebars and fact boxes help develop a sense of curiosity about...

"The North African nation of Morocco has an incredibly rich culture, and readers explore the many aspects of that culture in this compelling and comprehensive guide. As readers navigate chapters that highlight topics such as the environment, history, and arts of Morocco, they are invited to think critically about how cultures develop over centuries and what factors affect that development. They are also invited to explore the concept of global citizenship...

"Sweden is often featured on lists of the happiest countries in the world, so what is it about life in Sweden that makes people so satisfied? Readers explore essential elements of Swedish culture-from the natural beauty citizens are surrounded by to the basics of life such as education and health care and unique elements such as food, festivals, and the arts. Curriculum topics such as history, government, and economics are also highlighted, along...

Ecuador is an incredibly diverse country, featuring a variety of landscapes, plants and animals, and ethnic groups. Readers learn about them all in this comprehensive guide to this South American nation. While the main text breaks down the essential elements of Ecuadorian culture- from its arts to its festivals- sidebars introduce the foundations of global citizenship and fact boxes inspire future world travelers. Full-color photographs of Ecuador's...

"Readers explore the Kingdom of Denmark in this detailed guide to what life is like in this Scandinavian country. The comprehensive text has been updated to include the most recent statistics concerning Danish demographics and life in Denmark, as well as a thorough overview of current events in the kingdom. Equipped with this knowledge, readers are able to see how the past and present both play a part in a nation's culture. As they discover recipes,...

"Switzerland is known for its ski resorts, banking industry, and chocolates, but there is much more to this European nation than just those things! Readers find themselves immersed in Swiss culture as they explore the detailed text and stunning photographs in this comprehensive resource. Sidebars provide examples of global citizenship in action in Switzerland, and fact boxes prepare future world travelers for a trip. Readers can also find recipes...

"Readers take a journey from the beaches to the Andes Mountains in this engaging and informative guide to life in Venezuela. The unique culture of this nation is highlighted in thoroughly updated main text that allows readers to make connections between historical and current events, as well as fun fact boxes and stunning full-color photographs. Recipes are included to add a hands-on component to this reading experience, and maps provide additional...