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Meet Our New Student From China
by Tamra Orr
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
A student from China joins Ashley's third grade class and together the students learn about Chinese culture so they can welcome their new friend.
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Meet Our New Student From Great Britain
by Tamra Orr
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Find out about the wonders of Great Britain as Jennifer, her classmates, and her teacher prepare to welcome Michael, who hails from York, England. Before his arrival, the class will learn about exotic places like Buckingham Palace and Stonehenge, fun words like lorry and torch, and even British customs like taking hot tea and celebrating with haggis. Share the recipe for the classic dish Welsh rarebit and follow instructions for making a Union Jack. Join the excitement as Jennifer and her class Meet a New Student from Great Britain.
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Meet Our New Student From Japan
by Lori McManus
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Allison and the other students in her third grade class learn many things about Japan while they prepare to welcome a new student from that country.
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Meet Our New Student From New Zealand
by Ann Weil
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Fred his classmates and his teacher prepare to welcome Tui a new student from New Zealand by learning about her country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
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Meet Our New Student From Nicaragua
by John A. Torres
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Nicaragua is a land of baseball and beautiful beaches, soaring mountain ranges, and smoking volcanoes. The rich history of this small Central American country contributes to a blend of different cultures, including those of the Spanish settlers, native Indians, and others. Its vibrant history also includes political strife from civil wars, protests, and military intervention by the United States. Join Danny and his fourth-grade classmates as they explore the history, culture, geography, and climate of the country to prepare for the arrival of Ramon, a new student from Nicaragua. Best of all, find out how to make gallopinto, then paint a clay piggy bank you can make yourself. Hola, Ramon! (Recipe and craft instructions included.)
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Meet Our New Student From Korea
by Marylou Morano Kjelle
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Photographs maps and illustrations describe the land people culture and traditions of Korea.
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Meet Our New Student From Malaysia
by Ann Weil
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
A brief history of the people culture traditions and customs of the country of Malaysia.
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Meet Our New Student From Mali
by Oludamini Ogunnaike
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Fatou Toure, a young girl from Mali, will be joining David s class next week. David and his classmates are determined to learn everything they can about Mali in order to welcome their new classmate. They learn that Mali is a land rich in history, with many different peoples and cultures. The varied country can claim deserts, forests, lions, hippos, gold, ancient and modern cities, and some of the world s greatest music. The students learn how to prepare Fatou s favorite snack, bene, and make a Malian Kanaga mask. I Bisimilla, Fatou!
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Meet Our New Student From South Africa
by Melissa Koosmann
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
A new student from South Africa is joining Kim s third-grade class. What a great excuse for a party! In order to prepare, Kim and her friends read all about South Africa, a rich and beautiful country at the southern tip of the African continent. The class learns about this country s sad history of racial segregation, as well as its amazing transition to the rainbow nation it is today. They read about South Africa s mineral wealth, and its plant and animal diversity. They are amazed to discover that South Africa has eleven different official languages, five of which are included in the national anthem. Kim and her classmates cook mielie pap, a traditional South African food, and make an African penguin craft to greet their new friend. Molo, Zaziwe!>
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Meet Our New Student From Mexico
by Tamra Orr
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Kimberly her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Marisa a new student from Mexico by learning about her country its attractions customs and language. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
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Meet Our New Student From Colombia
by Rebecca Thatcher Murcia
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Camila a new student from Columbia by learning about her country its attractions customs and language and includes a recipe to make arepas and instructions for to create a collage.
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Meet Our New Student From Zambia
by John A. Torres
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Danny Parker and his fourth-grade classmates in rural New York are excited to meet Franco, a boy who will be joining their school from Zambia. Their teacher prepares nshima and pineapple chutney, and the students weave baskets to prepare for his arrival. They also learn that Zambia is a rare landlocked country where people can see lions, rhinos, and elephants. It is home to such wondrous sites as Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River. Zambia was once one of the major copper-producing nations in the world. But a poor economy and a deadly disease have caused a lot of despair in Zambia, as they have throughout much of Africa. Danny and his friends are eager to welcome Franco to their school, where he will have a chance to rebuild his life after AIDS devastated his family. (Recipe and craft instructions included.)
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Meet Our New Student From India
by Khadija Ejaz
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Jai Singh, an eight-year-old boy from India, will join Colleen s third-grade class next week. Colleen and her classmates are determined to learn all they can about India in order to welcome Jai to the United States. They embark on a quest that takes them from the echoes of ancient India to the dizzying hustle-and-bustle of what is today the world's largest democracy. Once the Jewel in the Crown of the British Empire, independent India is now home to over a billion people who make the nation a kaleidoscope of diverse languages, religions, clothing, art, and food. The students learn about the ancient saints and Bollywood superstars from the land of the Taj Mahal as they greet Jai with mango lassis and beautiful diyas!
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Meet Our New Student From Quebec
by Ann Weil
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Bonjour Jeremy! Elysa her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Jeremy a new student from Quebec by learning about his country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
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Meet Our New Student From Haiti
by John A. Torres
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
From afar, Haiti, a small country on the island of Hispaniola, seems like any other Caribbean paradise. There are lush jungles, white sand beaches, and turquoise waters. But a closer look at the island country reveals a stark glimpse into the third world. Haiti is the poorest country in the western hemisphere. The government is unstable, crime is rampant, education is for the lucky, and hope is hard to come by. Find out how the Haitian people overcome poverty, killer storms, and mudslides to celebrate a culture rich in French, Spanish, and African history when American schoolchildren Meet a New Student from Haiti.
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Meet Our New Student From Tanzania
by Ann Weil
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Jack his classmates and his teacher prepare to welcome Saitoti Eliapenda a new student from Tanzania by learning about his country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
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Meet Our New Student From Nigeria
by Anna M. Ogunnaike
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Julie her classmates and her teacher prepare to welcome Mayowa Adewale a new student from Nigeria by learning about her country and its culture. Includes a craft project and traditional recipe.
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Going to School Around the World
by Melissa Koosmann
Part of the Meet Our New Student series
Have you ever wondered how kids from other countries spend their time in school? In this lively addition to the Meet Our New Student series, follow a day at school for eight students from around the world. Compare the school day in Costa Rica, Turkey, Finland, Kenya, Thailand, Russia, Senegal, and rural Alaska in the United States. Based on interviews with people who live in the countries profiled, these fictionalized stories include true details about students in these countries, such as the subjects they study, the games they play at recess, the clothes they wear to school, the foods they eat, and what can happen when they misbehave. Follow the easy instructions for a traditional craft you can make for each country.
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