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Geography & World Cultures
Geography & World Cultures
2,094 books about geography & world cultures
0–3 yrs
194 books
4–7 yrs
904 books
8–11 yrs
798 books
12–18 yrs
155 books
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3–5
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9–12
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The Children's Madiba: The Life Story of Nelson Mandela
Sean Fraser
Witness the incredible journey of a young Xhosa herdboy who stood up against the injustice of apartheid to become South
Ages 9–12
Hear My Voice/Escucha mi voz
Warren Binford
Sixty-one children share their own sworn testimonies about life in detention at the border in this bilingual collection
Ages 8–14
Time Quest
Into the Mummy's Tomb
Nicholas Reeves, Nan Froman
Enter the golden world of King Tutankhamun through the eyes of Howard Carter, from the initial discovery to the enduring
Ages 8–12
Awesome Animals
Orangutans Are Awesome!
Allan Morey
For the child who is fascinated by the wild and curious about creatures in the rainforest. This early reader explores ho
Ages 5–8
How My Family Says I Love You
Yvonne Sewankambo
Love is found in the rhythm of daily life, from a sister braiding hair to a mother’s constant snacks and a grandmother’s
Ages 3–7
The 39 Clues: Graphic Novels #1
The Maze of Bones
Rick Riordan
For the child who thrives on puzzles and high-stakes adventure, this visual journey follows siblings uncovering family s
Ages 8–12
We Are Not from Here
Jenny Torres Sanchez
For teens grappling with the reality of global migration, this story offers a raw, empathetic look at the courage requir
Ages 14–18
Too Small Tola #4
Too Small Tola Makes It Count
Atinuke
Tola loves using math to help her neighbors in Lagos, but she must find a new kind of strength when her classmates accus
Ages 6–9
My Story
Pompeii
Sue Reid
The ground is shaking and strange omens fill the streets of Pompeii. Claudia watches the looming volcano, wondering what
Ages 8–12
The Princess and the Frog
Rachel Isadora
A princess finds herself in a difficult spot when she makes a promise to a frog in exchange for her lost golden ball.
Ages 4–8
Postcards from Buster #9
Buster's Sugartime
Marc Brown
Buster sends postcards from Vermont to explain the sticky science of making maple syrup during the messy mud season.
Ages 4–8
Kidnapped
Robert Louis Stevenson
A sixteen-year-old orphan flees across the Scottish Highlands after being kidnapped by his wicked uncle in this 1751 thr
Ages 10–16
Scientists in the Field
Galaxy Mapper
Allie Summers
Hélène Courtois turned her childhood wonder into a cosmic map, leading a team to discover Laniakea, the massive superclu
Ages 7–10
Now Is the Time for Running
Michael Williams
Deo and his brother Innocent flee their village in Zimbabwe with only a soccer ball, seeking hope and safety amidst a ha
Ages 12–17
The Avion My Uncle Flew
Cyrus Fisher
A summer in a quiet French town turns into a high-stakes hunt for a Nazi spy when Johnny discovers a pistol hidden insid
Ages 8–13
The Weaving of a Dream
Marilee Heyer
When fairies steal a mother's masterpiece, her three sons must brave a magical landscape to reclaim the tapestry in this
Ages 5–10
Masters of Disguise: Camouflaging Creatures & Magnificent Mimics
Marc Martin
For curious kids who love a challenge, this beautifully illustrated guide unmasks the clever ways animals hide in plain
Ages 5–9
DK Readers
Lunar New Year
Emma Carlson Berne
For children curious about global traditions, this colorful guide explores the festive customs, special foods, and famil
Ages 5–8
Love & Gelato #1
Love & Gelato
Jenna Evans Welch
Lina travels to Italy to honor her mother’s memory, only to find a secret journal that leads her on a treasure hunt thro
Ages 12–18
The Bronx Is My Home
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris
Perfect for children discovering the magic in their own backyards, this joyful tour celebrates the unique sights, smells
Ages 4–8
The Khan's Daughter: A Mongolian Folktale
Laurence Yep
A simple shepherd must use his wits to pass three impossible tests to win the hand of the Khan's daughter in this Mongol
Ages 4–9
The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight
Jennifer E. Smith
A long flight to London turns into a life-changing journey for seventeen-year-old Hadley when she finds an unexpected co
Ages 12–18
One Thing Stolen
Beth Kephart
In the shadow of a flood in Florence, Nadia struggles with a sudden urge to steal and a connection to a boy no one else
Ages 14–18
The Norumbegan Quartet #3
The Chamber in the Sky
M. T. Anderson
For the child learning to navigate high-stakes pressure and family expectations while discovering their own strength dur
Ages 8–12
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