Meet Our New Student From Mali
Meet Our New Student From Mali

Author: Oludamini Ogunnaike

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1545749116

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Fatou Toure, a young girl from Mali, will be joining David s class next week. David and his classmates are determined to learn everything they can about Mali in order to welcome their new classmate. They learn that Mali is a land rich in history, with many different peoples and cultures. The varied country can claim deserts, forests, lions, hippos, gold, ancient and modern cities, and some of the world s greatest music. The students learn how to prepare Fatou s favorite snack, bene, and make a Malian Kanaga mask. I Bisimilla, Fatou!

Meet Our New Student From Japan
Meet Our New Student From Japan

Author: Lori McManus

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 1545749086

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Allison and the other students in her third grade class learn many things about Japan while they prepare to welcome a new student from that country.

Meet Our New Student From India
Meet Our New Student From India

Author: Khadija Ejaz

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 65

ISBN-13: 1545749078

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Jai Singh, an eight-year-old boy from India, will join Colleen s third-grade class next week. Colleen and her classmates are determined to learn all they can about India in order to welcome Jai to the United States. They embark on a quest that takes them from the echoes of ancient India to the dizzying hustle-and-bustle of what is today the world's largest democracy. Once the Jewel in the Crown of the British Empire, independent India is now home to over a billion people who make the nation a kaleidoscope of diverse languages, religions, clothing, art, and food. The students learn about the ancient saints and Bollywood superstars from the land of the Taj Mahal as they greet Jai with mango lassis and beautiful diyas!

Meet Our New Student From Quebec
Meet Our New Student From Quebec

Author: Ann Weil

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 58

ISBN-13: 1545749167

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Bonjour Jeremy! Elysa her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Jeremy a new student from Quebec by learning about his country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.

Meet Our New Student From Nicaragua
Meet Our New Student From Nicaragua

Author: John A. Torres

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1545749140

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Nicaragua is a land of baseball and beautiful beaches, soaring mountain ranges, and smoking volcanoes. The rich history of this small Central American country contributes to a blend of different cultures, including those of the Spanish settlers, native Indians, and others. Its vibrant history also includes political strife from civil wars, protests, and military intervention by the United States. Join Danny and his fourth-grade classmates as they explore the history, culture, geography, and climate of the country to prepare for the arrival of Ramon, a new student from Nicaragua. Best of all, find out how to make gallopinto, then paint a clay piggy bank you can make yourself. Hola, Ramon! (Recipe and craft instructions included.)

Meet Our New Student From Zambia
Meet Our New Student From Zambia

Author: John A. Torres

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 63

ISBN-13: 1545749191

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Danny Parker and his fourth-grade classmates in rural New York are excited to meet Franco, a boy who will be joining their school from Zambia. Their teacher prepares nshima and pineapple chutney, and the students weave baskets to prepare for his arrival. They also learn that Zambia is a rare landlocked country where people can see lions, rhinos, and elephants. It is home to such wondrous sites as Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. Zambia was once one of the major copper-producing nations in the world. But a poor economy and a deadly disease have caused a lot of despair in Zambia, as they have throughout much of Africa. Danny and his friends are eager to welcome Franco to their school, where he will have a chance to rebuild his life after AIDS devastated his family. (Recipe and craft instructions included.)

Meet Our New Student From South Africa
Meet Our New Student From South Africa

Author: Melissa Koosmann

Publisher: Mitchell Lane

Published: 2020-02-12

Total Pages: 62

ISBN-13: 1545749175

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A new student from South Africa is joining Kim s third-grade class. What a great excuse for a party! In order to prepare, Kim and her friends read all about South Africa, a rich and beautiful country at the southern tip of the African continent. The class learns about this country s sad history of racial segregation, as well as its amazing transition to the rainbow nation it is today. They read about South Africa s mineral wealth, and its plant and animal diversity. They are amazed to discover that South Africa has eleven different official languages, five of which are included in the national anthem. Kim and her classmates cook mielie pap, a traditional South African food, and make an African penguin craft to greet their new friend. Molo, Zaziwe!>

Happy Birthday Mali More
Happy Birthday Mali More

Author: Tiffany Aliche

Publisher: Wise Ink Creative Publishin

Published: 2019-12-31

Total Pages: 48

ISBN-13: 9781634893114

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It's Mali's sixth birthday and she's excited. As more and more guests arrive, so do more and more gifts. But when her presents start to push her guests out of the house, Mali has to learn an important life lesson about the things that matter most. Will she choose more presents or more family and friends? Read this delightful, beautiful book and find out! The book doesn't end when the story's over! Adults, keep reading for interactive activities to extend the lesson.

Mali
Mali

Author: Pascal James Imperato

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-03-06

Total Pages: 163

ISBN-13: 0429718101

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This book, based on twenty-three years of research, field work, and contacts with both Malians and non-Malians familiar with Mali, provides an overview of its history, economic development, culture and society. It is intended for general readers and specialists who are interested to know about Mali.