Jordan
Book |
Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc.,
New York :
[2019]
- 1 of 1 Copy Available at Libraries in Niagara Cooperative
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Branch | Call Number | Location | Holdable? | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welland Main | J956.95 Son | Children - Non-Fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Available |
About
The country of Jordan is a small kingdom in southwest Asia, located in close proximity to both Europe and Africa. Though it has only been recognized as an independent kingdom since 1946, it has a long history, with the first people arriving in the area around 17,000 BCE. Readers will dive into the countrys past and learn about the nation Jordan has become today, from how its government is organized to what its natural landscapes look like and how its people live. Features include maps and photos; sidebars that highlight individuals, places and events; fun facts and statistics; a timeline; economic information; flags and more.
Details
- ISBN: 9780531126981 (library binding)
- Physical Description: 144 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 25 cm.print
- Publisher: New York : Children's Press, an imprint of Scholastic Inc., [2019]
- Copyright: ©2019
- Bibliography, etc. Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Formatted Contents Note: A reluctant king -- Highlands and deserts -- Wild Jordan -- Young nation, ancient land -- A kingdom with a constitution -- The Jordanian economy -- The people of Jordan -- Following Islam -- The cultural scene -- Living in Jordan.