Asian Culture

Kyoto, Japan. Mina is on a bus. Everything is strange and beautiful. Mina watches as a woman folds a piece of paper into an origami boat, then floats it over to her. As Mina discovers the magic of origami, her eyes are opened to the wonders of the real city around her.

A gorgeous goodnight story that celebrates the nighttime rituals of two young children visiting their grandparents in India. As nighttime falls over the city, two children visiting their grandparents in India find there's so much fun to be had! Whether it's listening to epic stories or observing rituals in the puja room, there are many moments that make this time together special.

Zebi, a homeless seven-year-old, girl lives in a part of the world where many young children don't have access to education or basic necessities of life. Zebi, her mother, and her baby brother panhandle on the streets of a sprawling metropolis. While struggling to survive, Zebi glimpses a different kind of life, one that appears like a fairytale to her: happy clean girls running into school every morning and beautiful families riding in air-conditioned cars on scorching hot days.

Ohayo! It’s breakfast time and Gigi can’t wait to make her favorite meal—Peanut Butter Toast. Yummy! But Ojiji doesn’t like peanut butter. How can anyone NOT like peanut butter? Ojiji prefers Japanese foods—like natto, made from fermented soybeans. Will Gigi learn to love a new breakfast treat? This story highlights the close relationship of Gigi and her grandfather and the importance of trying new things!

All aboard! The Chunga Munga Express is about to leave, taking the young Indian boy, Mowgli, off to see his granny in the big city. He will meet strangers and jungle dangers, but will his good manners and bravery be enough to see him through? Join Mowgli as he faces being thrown like a canon ball, greedy old ladies, fierce bandits, and makes a new best friend. This is your ticket, so please open it up and take your seat on the Chunga Munga Express.

Am 8. Juni 1924 nimmt der britische Abenteurer und Bergsteiger George Mallory zum dritten Mal Anlauf, als erster Mensch den höchsten Berg der Welt zu besteigen. Er kehrte nie zurück, seine Leiche blieb verschwunden. Was ist passiert? Hat er den Gipfel tatsächlich erreicht? Ist er abgestürzt, und wenn ja, wo? Der deutsche Alpinhistoriker und Geologe Jochen Hemmleb beschäftigt sich seit seiner Kindheit mit der Geschichte Mallorys und organisierte eine Suche.

On this adventure, Mr. Waldorf discovers the mysterious China. The curious canine encounters fun new friends and places while visiting Beijing, discovering the Great Wall of China, climbing Mount Everest, and traveling the Yangtze River. Silly Mr. Waldorf has a tendency to misplace his favorite reading spectacles and can't seem to find them while discovering The People's Republic of China. Mr. Waldorf will learn all about China, while seeking his missing spectacles.

How often do you write or read? Do you live in or near a city? Writing and cities both began in ancient Mesopotamia. Six thousand years ago, the ancient Mesopotamians created tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Mesopotamians lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

It’s 1941, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt has just made Thanksgiving a national holiday in the United States. Takari‘s family is coming from near and far to celebrate together. While helping her mother prepare Thanksgiving dinner, 8-year-old Takari breaks a platter that belonged to her Japanese grandmother.

Have you ever worn silk? Eaten rice? Used a calendar? All these things came from ancient China. More than 2,000 years ago, the ancient Chinese invented tools and treasures that still shape our lives. Find out where the ancient Chinese lived, what their lives were like, and what happened to them. Discover how they changed the world!

All Across China provides a tour of China's 34 provinces, municipalities, and other regions. Using the mnemonic devices of clever rhymes and naming characters after the provincial capitals, All Across China also includes endless fun facts to answer many questions. China is the world's fourth largest country and, with over a billion people, has the largest population. It is full of breathtaking mountains and rivers, fascinating animals and crops, and many different cultures and languages.

Thailand is an amazing country with a rich history, culture, and food. Explore the Buddhist temples, there secret WW2 alliance with Japan, the government coupe and civil war, and much, much more. Great for ages six and up for book reports, school presentations, and general education.

Le richissime Kin-Fo se retrouve soudainement ruiné. Il demande à son ami, le fidéle Wang de l'assassiner, mais à l'improviste, au moment où il s'y attends le moins.

Un chico se despierta en el medio del bosque. No tiene idea de quién es o cómo llegó allí. Con la ayuda de varias personas y animales, así como de una espada con poderes especiales, este ronin encuentra el camino a través de múltiples aventuras. Cuando una aldea necesita de su protección, debe aprender a pelear con honor por los campesinos a los que tiene que salvar, y por él mismo.

Ronin conoce a un viejo amigo y comienza el entrenamiento con su sensei, con el que aprende que nada es imposible. Sus aventuras continúan y se encuentra a sí mismo defendiendo a los débiles y usando su poder para el bien. Ronin aprende más de sí mismo y, posiblemente, de dónde vino.

Ronin enfrenta un desafío complicado y aprende que a veces, aun en los enemigos, hay más de lo que el ojo deja ver. Al ir conociendo su pasado, a su padre y su espada, surgen más preguntas. En su última aventura, Ronin está cerca de entender quién es y cómo puede ayudar a aquellos que más le importan.

Ronin continúa su viaje al Meifumadô. En el camino, es atacado por enemigos que son más malignos que nada de lo que haya encontrado hasta el momento. Cuando más amigos lo acompañan, es forzado a tomar decisiones difíciles y sobrellevar los obstáculos más complicados.

En el último capítulo de la serie Ronin, Ronin viaja al Meifumadô para encontrar su destino y salvar la vida de Azami. Es mientras que lucha contra el Rey de la Oscuridad y su ejército de demonios que Ronin se entera de su pasado, su familia y cómo puede mantenerse fiel a sí mismo. En las circunstancias más desafiantes, Ronin debe recordar lo que lo convierte en un verdadero guerrero.

Let's take a trip to India! What makes this Asian country unique? Find out as you immerse yourself in the country's food, culture, animals, and sports. Lively, carefully leveled text introduces critical thinking skills. Grab your bags!

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more.