Countries and Cultures books explore each nation in detail, including its climate, landforms, wildlife, history, government, economics, people, and traditions. Additional features include maps, sidebars explaining the country's money and national symbols including the flag and seal, a time line of history, and even a traditional recipe. Come discover the world! This series explores and supports the standards Culture, People, Places, and Environment, and Global Connections, as required by the National Council for the Social Studies.