Title:
The people and culture of Costa Rica / Maxine Vargas.
ISBN:
9781508163121
9781538327081
Personal Author:
Publication Information:
New York : PowerKids Press, [2018]
Physical Description:
pages cm.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
A global society -- Costa Rica's geography -- The native people of Costa Rica -- A democratic society -- La gente de Costa Rica -- Ticos -- Lively holidays -- Cuisine and coffee culture -- Arts and literature -- Traditional clothing -- Music, new and old -- The art of dancing -- For the love of the game -- A changing cultural identity -- Glossary.
Summary:
Situated between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica is home to a diverse populace. From its Indigenous origins, through Spanish colonization, the fight for independence, and modern globalization, the country's history has shaped the rich cultural heritage of its people. In this dynamic text, readers will not only discover about Costa Rica's art and cuisine, but also how this unique nation is home to more than 5 percent of the world's biodiversity, and that 25 percent of its land is national parks. Vivid photographs bring the comprehensive content into sharp focus, and reader-friendly language clarifies complex concepts. This book is an excellent supplement to elementary social studies curriculum.
Program Information:
Accelerated Reader MG 6.7 0.5 195686
Audience:
1040L Lexile
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Series Sequence:
OCLC Number:
ocn987376478
Availability:
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