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Provides information about Komodo dragons, including anatomy, behavior, and ancestry.
Peru is one of South Americas most picturesque countries. Complete with ancient ruins, vast rain forests, and unique wildlife, this is a place worth exploring. This book discusses what its like to live in Peru, its landscapes, customs, languages, history, and people. With vibrant photographs and interesting facts, this book is perfect for young readers interested in exploring the world around them.
Shy? Introverted? Social anxiety? What does it all mean and what's the difference among these? This book introduces readers to all the ways that a person can be "shy", "introverted", and "anxious". It explores the biological reasons for quieter and less-social personalities. When readers better understand themselves, they can better accept themselves and take charge of who they are and who they want to be.
It is one thing to craft superb human rights tenets in a constitution and another to enforce such policies in practice. This book explores the contradictions between interpretations of constitutional tenets and the dogmas contained in the penal code of Islamic North Africa--particularly in regard to Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia. Provided are brief histories of each country that connect the colonial past to present-day human rights records. The author also suggests ways in which to mitigate human rights infractions to advance peaceful coexistence that could promote political and economic development.
Many of the rights we consider most important to the United States -- from freedom of speech to a fair trial -- are in the Bill of Rights. A True Book: Why it Matters series introduces young readers to the branches of the US government, the constitution and more, while engaging them to become productive citizens. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study. Readers will learn how these important laws came to be and how people continue to discuss and debate them even today.
An introduction to the geography, history, government, economy, culture, and peoples of Hungary.
Animals come in all shapes and sizes. Some are cute and cuddly. Some are frightening and fierce. And some are downright strange! Have you ever seen a blobfish? This deep-sea creature looks like a swimming blob. How about a glass frog? You can see right through its skin to its beating heart! Take a look at these amazing animals and many more strange beasts.
Neymar is one of the most popular Brazilian soccer stars ever and one of the youngest players to achieve international acclaim. Beloved by his fans and feared by his opponents, Neymar is famous for his skills, and his antics, on and off the field. After playing for his hometown team and Brazil's national team, he moved on to top European teams. This biography delves into Neymar's background and how it gave rise to his soccer career. Photographs, sidebars, and firsthand quotes guide readers along his amazing journey.
Surveys the geography, history, people, and customs of the state of Louisiana.
Discusses the parts that make up the human circulatory system, what can go wrong, how to treat those illnesses and diseases, and how to stay healthy.