China the Land: The Land (Lands, Peoples, and Cultures)

By Bobbie Kalman

Book Overview

Intended for ages 9-14, this illustrated work aims to capture the beauty of China's landscape. It offers information on problems faced by Tibet and other autonomous regions, the Three Gorges Dam project, the Cultural Revolution, and China's president. It covers China's early history; political and economic changes; and the Great Wall of China.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778797465
• ISBN13: 9780778797463
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Crabtree Pub Co
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.3" x 8.3"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7

Customer Reviews

Pictoral Tour of China

A beautiful introduction to the landscapes of China. Brimming with photographs, the reader gets a tour through the different topographies of this enormous country. Information is given in short paragraphs with bold headings. The text is very easy and accessable. The author addresses topics of politics, food and the multiculural nature of China. An informative and enjoyable read for adults and a great survey for young readers.