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A nation has three types of regions: the rural, suburban and urban. Each of these types of communities will be discussed and categorized in the pages of this book. In particular, their features related to size, density and grasslands. Additional information include the differences in housing, culture, jobs, populations and transportation too. Soon, your child should be able to identify the type of community he/she is in.
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In the modern world, going from one place to another is easy. A quick search on Google will already show you the way. However, it pays to know how to use the traditional geographic tools like maps, atlases and globe. Use the information to locate cities, continents and oceans too. Get your child familiar with geographic terms while learning the his/her way around the world. Grab a copy today.
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Because this book is inline with fifth grade curriculum, you know that whatever knowledge your child absorbs will be directly reflected in his/her academic performance. This educational book talks about archaeologists - what they do and the tools they use. It also discusses the kind of information archaeologists can gather from artifacts and ruins. Get a copy now.
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Now that you know what your basic needs are, it is time to acknowledge the role of family and society in meeting these needs. This book explains how food, clothing and shelter are materialized. It also talks about the origins of money and how it is made by working. Finally, it will touch on how to budget and spend money wisely.
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There are certain things that you can't live without, such as food, clothing and shelter. These are called the basic necessities of life and without these, you would not survive. The purpose of this book is to emphasize these basic needs in the hopes of empowering young readers to advocate for a better quality of life.
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Europe has produced many beautiful folktales that have survived time and war. You can pretty much say that these stories express Europe's history and in one way or another, they have influenced the cultures and traditions seen today. One of these folktales is the story of the Witch and the Princess. Turn the page to read it today!
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Folktales should be preserved because they are considered as part of the national culture and heritage. They are stories of how the Norse people lived. They include the language of the era that they were first thought of. Folktales used to be shared via the oral tradition. These days, however, books like this exist. Grab a copy now.
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Here's a book on social studies that will allow your sixth grader to better understand what a political party, in particular, what the US political party system is. In addition to the definition, your child will also learn about the different functions of political parties. Another point of discussion is how the US party system is organized.
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The past is in the past but why do children have to learn them? That's because the past has helped molded the future and it will shape the future too. Old belief systems carry with them reflections from years ago. They would include bits and pieces from culture, tradition and the daily life of our ancestors. Grab a copy now.
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In this educational story book, we're going to discuss some of the characters present in Arthurian folktales. Such folktales are reflective of how the early Europeans lived and thought. It is important to highlight these because they will help children realize the big difference between then and now, particularly when it comes to language, culture, tradition and art. Read this book today!
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The Romans sure did a lot of thinking and working back in the time because their results are still felt today. They even thought of the basic laws that we know and follow today. The purpose of this book to educate the young about the basics of government and to have an appreciation of how the Romans built their laws.
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In another Baby Professor book, you would have learned about your national government. In this book, you are going to learn about your local government. Subtopics will include a discussion on the branches and roles of your local government and how they differ to the federal government. Get a copy today!
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Do you know who King Midas is? His story has been told many times in several languages. It has been relayed through words and read in different books. This is not another version of the story of King Midas. Rather, this is the truth of its origin. Are your curious to know what we mean? Then open the book today!
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Who was Archimedes, and why would you want your child to know about his story? Well, there are plenty of lessons to learn from a great man such as him. His decisions as well as the results of those decisions have shaped history. It is hoped that by learning about these facts, your child won't commit the same historical mistakes Archimedes did.
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Homer's Odyssey is a lengthy but beautifully written tale of gods and the power of human will. It is one of the most-loved stories in Greek mythology. Treat this book as a kid-friendly version of the tale. Complete with pictures and summarized texts, this book will make an incredible story to read to your children before bedtime.
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Aren't mermaids fascinating? They are beautiful nymphs with tails of fish. Meanwhile, witches are scary especially how they're depicted in Norse folktales. But these mythical creatures are reflective of the belief systems proliferating in early times. Would you like to know more about them and what they mean? Then open this book today!
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Being aware of government processes and procedures will equip a child with the right tools to make informed decisions later on in life. A child will want to learn about the law creation process, not because he has to create laws, but because he wants to know who are responsible for the laws that shape the society he is in.
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Instead of fairy tales, why not introduce mythology to your little ones? Myths are reflective of the collective thoughts of the locals. They feature customs, traditions and the belief systems of that time. Even the clothing and weapons illustrated in a mythological story are based on historical facts. So tonight, go ahead and read the story of Apollo's Deadly Bow and Arrow to your little one.
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King Arthur is well known in folklore as a hero. He was a wise and brave king who defended his kingdom from all sorts of magic and evil. The stories of King Arthur have bonded together nations in mutual understanding of the values and lessons from his tales. Would you like to know some of the most popular Arthurian folk tales? Then read this book today!
20) The Wild Hunt
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Folktales are meant to be enjoyed not only by the elders but also by the younger ones. Kids will totally have a good time reading about Norse folktales with this Wild Hunt edition. Amazing pictures and great storylines await your kiddos in the pages of this book. Go ahead and get a copy now!
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