The Philippines / by Walter Oleksy.
Material type:
TextSeries: Enchantment of the world. Second series Publisher: New York : Children's Press, 2015Description: 144 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 25 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 0531207900 (library binding)
- 9780531207901 (library binding)
- Philippines -- Juvenile literature
- Philippines -- Civilization -- Juvenile literature
- Philippines -- Geography -- Juvenile literature
- Philippines -- History -- Juvenile literature
- Philippines -- Politics and government -- Juvenile literature
- Philippines -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile literature
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Dr. James Carlson Library | Children's NonFiction | 915.99 O45 | Available | 33111007670504 | ||||
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Learn about the country's history, culture, people and much more!A tropical paradise in the southwest Pacific Ocean, the natural beauty of the Philippines has earned the island nation the nickname "The Pearl of the Orient Sea." Readers will explore the rice history of the Philippines, from how its 7,107 islands were first settled to what role the country has played in world history. They will also learn about the Philippines' government, rich culture, diverse plant and animal life, and much more. The complex text in this title allows the reader to explore unique features of the country and determine how key details support the main idea of the text. Text features, such as bold print, captions, and call-out boxes provide clarity and help students locate answerrs to questions.
Includes bibliographical references (page 134) and index.
Beautiful islands -- Green necklace -- The wild world -- Island history -- Governing the republic -- Making a living -- Living and learning -- Spiritual life -- Culture, arts, and sports -- Philippine ways.