Helen Plum Library

Want to speak Hittite? Hold out a glass and ask for “wa-tar.” This unique activity book for children ages nine and up shows what life was like among the Nubians, Mesopotamians, Hittites, and their neighbors the Egyptians from around 3100 B.C., when Upper and Lower Egypt became one kingdom, to the death of Queen Cleopatra under the Romans, in 30 B.C. Projects such as building a Nubian irrigation machine, creating a Mesopotamian...

From Viking raids to today's constitutional monarchy, the far-northern European country of Norway has evolved into a prosperous, peaceful country in the 21st century. Through vivid photographs and an easy-to-read narrative, readers are given the tools to thoroughly explore Norway. They'll survey the country's history, government, and economy. Photographs of its striking scenery including fjords, snow-capped mountains, and glaciers will dazzle young...

"Algeria is an African country with a long history. This book explores Algeria and examines its place in the global community. Presenting a comprehensive overview of the country that is sure to engage young readers, the book studies aspects such as geography, economy, language, and leisure activities." -- Publisher's website

Belarus as an official autonomous country only achieved independence in 1991. With a history of conflict, culture, and many different rulers, this former member of the Soviet Union must now strives to balance influence and values from both the East and the West. The people of Belarus have struggled to find a national identity, but today they hold strong to their traditions, language, beliefs, lifestyle, and culture. Through detailed text and photographs,...

A land of extremes, from active volcanic peaks to dense rain forests, Guatemala has sustained great civilizations and attracted foreign conquerors. While shadows of its vicious, decades-long civil war still linger, Guatemala's people work toward peace and stability. Illuminating photographs and insightful facts help the reader discover what it's like to live in Guatemala

"A book about the history, geography, culture, religion, etc. of Laos"--

"Lithuania is a unique country with a rich history stretching back thousands of years. This book examines the country's past as well as how it functions in today's political and global climate. It offers an in-depth overview of many of Lithuania's features, such as its geography, government, traditions, and celebrations. Full of colorful photographs and up-to-date information, this is an excellent resource for readers eager to learn about other parts...

"Madagascar has a complex and varied history as a place where Southeast Asian and East African roots combined with French colonialism. Through full-color photographs, sidebars, maps, and a timeline, this book explores the government, traditions, people, and biodiversity of this unique island nation." -- Amazon.com

What better guides to help students learn about the world than teens of the world? This unique series looks at 12 countries, one of which is the Navajo Nation inside the United States, through the eyes of both expert authors and real-life teens who live in those countries. The author provides background information on the history, culture, customs, politics, and economy of the country, while the teen describes for readers their points of view on teen...

What better guides to help students learn about the world than teens of the world? This unique series looks at 12 countries, one of which is the Navajo Nation inside the United States, through the eyes of both expert authors and real-life teens who live in those countries. The author provides background information on the history, culture, customs, politics, and economy of the country, while the teen describes for readers their points of view on teen...