Spain

Spain

Anita Croy

Book - 2010

An introduction to Spain that provides information on the country's geography, people, culture, history, government, economy, and climate.

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Subjects
Spain > Juvenile literature.
Published
Washington, D.C. : National Geographic [2010]
Language
English
Corporate Author
National Geographic Society (U.S.)
Main Author
Anita Croy (-)
Corporate Author
National Geographic Society (U.S.) (-)
Item Description
Map on front lining papers. Time line of Spanish history on back lining papers.
Physical Description
64 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 25 cm
Audience
1050L
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9781426306334
  • Foreword
  • Geography
  • A Land Between Seas
  • At a Glance
  • WhatÆs the Weather Like?
  • Fast Facts
  • Average Temperature & Rainfall
  • Physical Map
  • Special Feature: Ancient Landscape
  • Special Feature: A Stain on the Land
  • Special Feature: Rocky Islands
  • Special Feature: The Wild West-in Spain!
  • Nature
  • In a World of Its Own
  • At a Glance
  • Spanish Ecosystems
  • Species at Risk
  • Vegetation & Ecosystems Map
  • Special Feature: GibraltarÆs Monkeys
  • Special Feature: Running with the Bulls
  • History
  • In the Shadows of the Past
  • At a Glance
  • Ancient Peoples
  • Time Line
  • Historical Map
  • Special Feature: The Real El Cid
  • Special Feature: Testing Faith
  • Special Feature: Heading West
  • Special Feature: Rehearsal for World War
  • People & Culture
  • Charging Forward
  • At a Glance
  • Changing Population
  • Common Spanish Phrases
  • Population Map
  • Special Feature: National Holidays
  • Special Feature: The Tomato Party
  • Special Feature: Dance of the Gypsies
  • Special Feature: The WorldÆs Fastest Racket Game
  • Special Feature: Antoni Gaudí
  • Government & Economy
  • Better Times
  • At a Glance
  • The Regions of Spain
  • Trading Partners
  • Political Map
  • Special Feature: How the Government Works
  • Special Feature: An Extraordinary King
  • Special Feature: A Land Apart
  • Special Feature Map: Industry and Mining
  • Special Feature: Salad Days
  • Add a Little Extra to Your Country Report!
  • Glossary
  • Bibliography Further Information
  • Index
  • Credits
Review by Booklist Review

As long as children have social-studies reports to write, there will always be a place in libraries for books on countries. Playing to National Geographic's strengths gorgeous photos, plenty of maps, and a clean design its Countries of the World series is as good a bet as any to help keep apace. With a reliable mix of attractiveness and information, the books use a somewhat chatty text to introduce everything from geography, wildlife, and history to culture, government, and economy for each profiled country. Spain is a solid choice to generate interest, as this country offers a number of kid-friendly customs (the running of the bulls; the world's largest food fight, known as La Tomatina), which are touched on in the many supplemental boxes. The books in this series will instill an entry-level appreciation for the spirit of a country, where it has been, and where it is headed. Back matter includes Add a Little Extra to Your Country Report, with flags, national anthems, and currency; creative ideas for further research; and the requisite time line.--Chipman, Ian Copyright 2010 Booklist

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Review by School Library Journal Review

Gr 5-8-The books are good choices for reports as the information is substantial but not overwhelming. The texts are clear, and the discussion points are well chosen. In Spain, readers learn about bullfighting, that the Rock of Gibraltar is actually a territory of Great Britain, and how Gaudi's Sagrada Familia cathedral was started in 1882 and isn't expected to be finished until 2036. In United States, readers are told about chasing tornadoes, how the temperature in Death Valley often reaches 120 degrees, and how giant kelp, found in California's kelp forests, "can grow 2 feet in just one day." This title has a couple of confusing sentences, but they don't detract from its usefulness. Both texts are complemented with stunning photographs. Tips are appended to "Add a Little Extra to Your Country Report!" along with typical back matter. Solid additions.-Stephanie Farnlacher, Trace Crossings Elementary School, Hoover, AL (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

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Review by Horn Book Review

Rather than aiming for comprehensive coverage, this series provides students with a smattering of historical, ecological, sociological, and cultural information about the title country. Excellent, good-sized maps illustrating topography, population, history, etc., in addition to well-composed landscape and nature photographs, support the text. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.

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