Product Description: The Netherlands, the beautiful country on the North Sea, is known for clogs, tulips and windmills. Rivers and canals. Bicycles and boats. Green polders and lovely cities like Amsterdam and Utrecht. But what kind of candy and food do the Dutch like to eat? How do they celebrate the king’s birthday? And do you know any famous Dutch people? In this fun book you’ll find all the answers!An informative book full of fun facts and interesting stories about the Netherlands, with beautiful photos and funny drawings...read more

Product Description: Unlock the secrets of the mighty Romans­­―one of history’s greatest people. Journey across the world as you track down the Roman Empire. Find out what it meant to be a slave and how you could work your way to freedom. Discover disgusting Roman manners, what the Romans did to look good, and dig up the gory truth about gladiators as you hunt down the secrets of the dead...read more

A chronicle of the people, matches, and world events that shaped the European men's German soccer team known as Bayern Munich, from its founding in 1900 to today.

A chronicle of the people, matches, and world events that shaped the European men's Spanish soccer team known as FC Barcelona, from its founding in 1899 to today.

"A chronicle of the people, matches, and world events that shaped the European men's English soccer team known as Liverpool FC, from its founding in 1892 to today"--

Product Description: Experience the Nordic region and cultures, from the spectacular beauty of the fjords to the traditional Midsummer celebration of the summer solstice.

From A to Z, Ireland is presented in poetry, prose, and illustrations. Topics include Blarney Stone, Finn McCool, fairy rings, and shamrocks.

What country is made up of 95 islands, invented the game of golf, and raised a warrior worthy of the name "Braveheart"? Welcome to Scotland! In B is for Bagpipes: A Scotland Alphabet, Scottish native Eve Begley Kiehm gives an A-Z tour of the country that may be small in size but a giant in history and rich in tradition. Kick up your heels at a Highland dance, visit the statue of Greyfriar's Bobby as he stands guard near his master's grave, and finally dig into a dish of haggis with a side helping of "tatties and neeps." From the splendors of capital city Edinburgh to the stories of Robert Louis Stevenson to the gloomy waters of Loch Ness and its lonely "Nessie," the treasures of Scotland are revealed. Colorful artwork captures the proud spirit of its landscape and culture.Eve Begley Kiehm was born in Bridge of Allan, Scotland. She has a master's degree in Scottish History and Literature from Glasgow University and an early childhood education certification from the University of Toronto. Her books about Scotland include a YA historical adventure novel. Eve lives in the San Diego area. Alexa Rutherford lives in Edinburgh, Scotland. She has illustrated many books for UK publishers and a handful of US publishers, as well as US children's magazines.

Product Description: Introduces United Kingdom, describing its geography and climate, industries, history, resources and wildlife, culture, politics, and sports.