11/01/2019
K-Gr 3—Each title begins with welcoming color photographs and a single, positive word (often repeated in another title) on each of the opening pages. A map with an inset lets readers know where the country is located, and each country is compared in size to a U.S. state. Readers also get a brief history lesson; a look at the country's culture through sports, celebrations, language (pronunciation guide included), and food; and the geography and wildlife unique to the country. Most of the titles have a representative entrée and/or dessert from the country, with an accompanying photograph, to whet readers' appetites. A few confusing statements and sidebars exist, and while photo credits are given, along with a recommended reading list of two titles, no source notes are provided. VERDICT These titles do a fine job expanding young readers' knowledge about people from countries around the world.