TY - BOOK AU - Tope,Lily Rose R. AU - Nonan-Mercado,Detch P. AU - Yong,Jui Lin AU - Keppeler,Jill TI - Philippines T2 - Cultures of the world SN - 9781502666994 PY - 2023/// CY - Buffalo, New York PB - Cavendish Square Publishing KW - Manners and customs KW - Juvenile literature KW - Philippines KW - Description and travel KW - Social life and customs KW - History KW - Instructional and educational works KW - lcgft KW - Illustrated works N1 - Includes bibliographical references (page 142) and index; Welcome to the Philippines --; Geography --; History --; Government --; Economy --; Environment --; Filipinos --; Lifestyle --; Religion --; Language --; Arts --; Leisure --; Festivals --; Food --; Map of Philippines --; About the economy --; About the culture --; Timeline --; Glossary; Ages 10 and up; Cavendish Square Publishing; Grades 4-6; Cavendish Square Publishing N2 - "The Southeast Asian nation of the Philippines is made up of thousands of islands and is one of the most populous countries in the world. What is life like for the millions of people who live on these islands? Readers find out as they explore the unique culture of the Philippines. Through focused chapters that detail the nation's geography, history, arts, festivals, food, and more, they broaden their horizons and develop a sense of global citizenship. Helpful sidebars and fun fact boxes accompany the main text, recipes help make learning fun, and vibrant photographs present this nation in beautiful detail"-- ER -