Take an international tour and get the facts you need to know about Countries of the World! Each book in this colorful, informative series highlights one of the world's nations. Readers will discover each country's history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, and much more. Sidebars, maps, fact pages, glossaries, timelines, historic images and full-color photos, and well-placed graphs and charts enhance these engaging titles. By exploring the world's diverse and multifaceted nations, readers will learn about the essential similarities and shared challenges that link all the Countries of the World. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.