Presenting the stories behind several generations of seven Maori-Chinese families whose voices have seldom been heard before, this account casts a fascinating light on the historical and contemporary relations between Maori and Chinese in New Zealand. The two groups first came into contact in the late 19th century and often lived and interacted closely, leading to intermarriage and large families. By the 1930s, proximity and similarities had brought...

Photographs illustrate the author's account of his voyage from Peru to Tahiti on a balsa raft to test a theory concerning the origins of the Polynesian race.

"This title introduces readers to the Sioux people. Text covers traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing, and more. Also discussed is contact with Europeans, as well as how the people keep their culture alive today"--Provided by publisher.

"This book introduces young readers to the Algonquin people, their traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing and more, their contact with Europeans, and how the Algonquins are keeping their culture alive today"--

This book introduces young readers to the Cherokee people, their traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing and more, their contact with Europeans, and how the Cherokee are keeping their culture alive today. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Colorful photographs, a glossary, and an index are also included.

It's 7 o'clock in the morning in Mexico, and Javier is eating his breakfast. He's having corn tortillas with beans and a glass of orange juice. And at exactly the same time...it's 8 o'clock in the morning in New York City. Kayla is getting her schoolbag ready. A yellow school bus will take her to the school gates. One Moment in Time is a lyrical celebration of diversity with a heartfelt message of unity. Featuring eleven different children, this book...

This book introduces young readers to the Nez Perce people, their traditional ways of life, including social structure, homes, food, art, clothing and more, their contact with Europeans, and how the Nez Perce are keeping their culture alive today.

Describes different parts of the world and how people live in each, from the Eskimos and Inuit of the Arctic to the Amish and Maya of North America and the Asante and Zulu of Africa. How People Live combines the appeal of a fascinating collection of stories with the educational qualities of a reference book. Focusing on the daily lives, customs, languages, and religions of peoples from around the world, we look at the fundamental similarities of all...

Despite the differences between people around the world, there are similarities that join us together, such as pain, joy, and love.