Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Haiti written by John A. Torres and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From afar, Haiti, a small country on the island of Hispaniola, seems like any other Caribbean paradise. There are lush jungles, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters. But a closer look at the island country reveals a stark glimpse into the third world. Haiti is the poorest country in the western hemisphere. The government is unstable, crime is rampant, education is for the lucky, and hope is hard to come by. Find out how the Haitian people overcome poverty, killer storms, and mudslides to celebrate a culture rich in French, Spanish, and African history when American schoolchildren Meet a New Student from Haiti.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Zambia written by John A. Torres and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.)
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Mexico written by Tamra Orr and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kimberly her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Marisa a new student from Mexico by learning about her country its attractions customs and language. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Japan written by Lori McManus and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Israel written by Laya Saul and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As soon as the teacher announced that a new student from Israel was joining their class, the kids were ready for a party! Stephanie and the others found out there was a lot to know about Israel before Ziv arrived. They heard about ancient stories, languages, and traditions that are alive today. High tech, nature, soldiers, and candy–there were so many things to explore. Yummy new foods and fun crafts filled the room on the day their new friend Ziv arrived from Israel.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Australia written by Ann Weil and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2009-03 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new student from Australia is joining Stacey's third grade class and everyone is curious. They want to know everything about the land "Down Under!" This country is home to kangaroos, koalas, wombats, and other wildlife found nowhere else in the world. Nearby in the Pacific Ocean is the Great Barrier Reef, the largest natural feature on the planet. Find out how people from Europe discovered Australia, and about the aboriginal people who were already living there. Then join Stacey and her class in preparing some "bikkies" and welcoming a New Student From Australia.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Colombia written by Rebecca Thatcher Murcia and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Camila a new student from Columbia by learning about her country its attractions customs and language and includes a recipe to make arepas and instructions for to create a collage.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Great Britain written by Tamra Orr and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find out about the wonders of Great Britain as Jennifer, her classmates, and her teacher prepare to welcome Michael, who hails from York, England. Before his arrival, the class will learn about exotic places like Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge, fun words like lorry and torch, and even British customs like taking hot tea and celebrating with haggis. Share the recipe for the classic dish Welsh rarebit and follow instructions for making a Union Jack. Join the excitement as Jennifer and her class Meet a New Student from Great Britain.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From China written by Tamra Orr and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A student from China joins Ashley's third grade class and together the students learn about Chinese culture so they can welcome their new friend.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Malaysia written by Ann Weil and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 61 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A brief history of the people culture traditions and customs of the country of Malaysia.
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From India written by Khadija Ejaz and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Tanzania written by Ann Weil and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everywhere across the United States, children from other countries are joining American classrooms. How can their classmates prepare? Learning about the culture, geography, and history of the new student's native country can help smooth the transition. Greeting the student with a few words in his or her language, making a traditional craft, and whipping up a well-known dish are all sure to help the child feel welcome. In this vibrant and colorful series, students and teachers can find out how to Meet a new Student—and maybe make a new friend. A new student from Tanzania is joining Jack's third grade class and everyone is curious. Read about this African land that was shaped by ancient volcanoes. Millions of years ago, ash from a volcano hardened around human footprints. These fossils show that humans walked in Tanzania, standing on two feet, more than three million years ago. Animals now live in a huge crater left after a volcano collapsed. Find out about the Maasai, one of the many tribal people of East Africa who still live in traditional ways. Then join Jack and his class in preparing a traditional East African food called ugali and welcoming a New Student from Tanzania. Jamo!
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Nigeria written by Anna M. Ogunnaike and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mayowa Adewale, an eight-year-old girl from Nigeria, will join Julie’s third-grade class next week. Julie and her classmates are determined to learn all they can about Nigeria in order to welcome Mayowa to the United States. They discover that Nigeria is a land of many peoples and cultures. The “giant of Africa” is a land of rain forests and savannas, villages and modern cities, and home to 135 million people who speak over 250 different languages. The students learn how to prepare Mayowa’s favorite food, dodo, and make a Nigerian mask. Kaabo, Mayowa!
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Download or read book Meet Our New Student From New Zealand written by Ann Weil and published by Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everywhere across the United States, children from other countries are joining American classrooms. How can their classmates prepare? Learning about the culture, geography, and history of a new student's native country can help smooth the transition. Greeting the student with a few words in his or her language, making a traditional craft, and whipping up a well-known dish are all sure to help the child feel welcome. In this vibrant and colorful series, students and teachers can find out how to Meet a New Student—and maybe make a new friend. A new student from New Zealand is joining Fred's third-grade class and everyone is curious. They want to know everything about New Zealand! Read about this small island country far south of the equator in the Pacific Ocean. It is a land shaped by ancient glaciers that cut huge valleys. It is home to a rare bird with nostrils at the far end of its beak. Find out about how people from Europe discovered New Zealand, and about the Maori people who were already living there. Then join Fred and his class in preparing a Kiwi dish and welcoming a new Student from New Zealand. Kia ora!
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Mali written by Oludamini Ogunnaike and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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!
Download or read book Meet Our New Student From Quebec written by Ann Weil and published by Mitchell Lane. This book was released on 2020-02-12 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
