Geography and Countries
The world is a big place! Here are some books that demonstrate how one's sense of home can be both distinct and universal at the same time.
Authors: Laurel Croza and Matt James
Reading Level: 3.3 ISBN: 0888999232 Relocating to a new home is stressful and scary. Read this book to encourage curiosity about the potential wonders of new locations. -ADC |
Authors: Michael P. Sullivan and Tony O'Brien
Reading Level: 4.7 ISBN: 1599902877 This book puts a human face on an all too often, not-so-human conflict. Children the world around have dreams worth realizing... -ADC |
And for books that are uniquely Southwestern, both in tone and subject:
Author: Brenda Z. Guiberson
Reading Level: 4.7 ISBN: 805029605 This book's instruction is accessible even to the very young. It will introduce the young reader to the importance of the august Saguaro cactus in a memorable and entertaining way. -ADC |
Author: Susan Lowell
Reading Level: 3.7 ISBN: 873585428 The javelina is a common, but rather freaky animal that captures the imaginations of children in the region. Meet them in this humorous re-telling of the Three Little Pigs tale with a Southwestern flair. -ADC |
Great Links:
The National Geographic Society is an invaluable resource for both children and adults. This link allows you to explore the countries of the world in a unique and interactive way:
http://nationalgeographic.com/kids/places/find
The United Nations Global Teaching and Learning Project allows you to access a wealth of information about other countries and cultures:
http://www.cyberschoolbus.un.org/
-MEL