A photo essay documenting ancient Rome and the people who lived there as revealed through the many artifacts they left behind, including shields, swords, tools, toys, cosmetics, and jewelry.

From the state capitol on goat hill to the National Voting Rights Museum, there's lots to see and do in Alabama! Additional features include maps on each spread, state symbols, famous people, fact bubbles, and informative captions that highlight some of the things that make Alabama special. A table of contents, sources for further research, a phonetic glossary, and an index support readers and extend learning.

A young Ashanti boy describes some of the wonders of his life in and around the West African village of Bonwire.

"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of China."--Provided by publisher.

Describes daily life in ancient China, discussing life in the country, life in the city, schools, festivals, and other aspects.

"Home to some of humankind's first great civilizations and the birthplace of many of our most important intellectual achievements, the land that is now Iraq has a long and remarkable history. Readers will discover how Iraq was first settled and how it became the country it is today. They will also find out what life is like for the average Iraqi citizen, from what people eat to where they work and what they do for fun, and learn about the country's...

Learn all about the history, culture, and more about Bangladesh.

"This book details the history, culture, geography and government of Japan"--Provided by publisher.