Costa Rica (Ticket to) [Library Binding]

Tracey West (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1999 | Age Level: 4 and up | Grade Level: P and up | Series: Ticket to

An overview of Costa Rica emphasizing its cultural aspects.

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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 1-3-Brightly illustrated and visually appealing series entries. Each book highlights distinguishing features of its particular country. For example, Poland points out the importance of the Vistula River, which extends from the Carpathian Mountains in the south to the Baltic Sea in the north. There is some history, including the ethnic origins of most Poles and the World War II concentration camps, but the majority of the book looks at modern life. Costa Rica also includes a few historical facts as well as a mention of the indigenous population and its culture. The rest of the book discusses such subjects as the rain forest, education, and soccer. These editions are written in language intended for beginning readers. Each two-page chapter includes only the most basic facts in large print. Both incorporate colorful and diverse photos and drawings that will engage children. Useful introductions to life in other countries.
Kristen Oravec, Cuyahoga County Public Library, Strongsville, OH
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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 4 and up
  
• Library Binding: 48 pages
• Publisher: Carolrhoda Books (August 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1575051346
• ISBN-13: 978-1575051345
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 8.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,628,666 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Tracey West is the author of more than 200 books for children and young adults, including the Pokémon chapter books and the popular Pixie Tricks series. In 2009 her new series, Hiro's Quest, premiered in Scholastic Book Fairs. She lives in New York's Hudson Valley with her husband, three stepkids, and a variety of small animals.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great intro to CR for 7 y/o, March 25, 2010

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This review is from: Costa Rica (Ticket to) (Library Binding)

We are going to CR next month. my little girl really enjoyed this intro to CR.