What do you know about Iraq today? Chances are, no matter where you happen to live, all you know about Iraq is the stuff you might have seen on TV. But do you know how kids live in Iraq? Do you know what their schools are like? What kind of games they play? What kind of music they listen to? No? Would you like to? In Understanding Iraq Today, kids get to learn all about the history, geography, and culture of Iraq, as seen through the eyes of Fatima Awad, an Iraqi girl whose family moved to the United States after the American/Iraqi war, as well as many others. Inside, kids will discover a ton of exciting and interesting facts about the country, its people, and the daily lives of those who call Iraq home. Teachers will find many topics which they can use to inspire lively discussions on this tumultuous region of the world. Book jacket.