Geography, historical periods and cultural topics are presented in two-page spreads, which include an introductory paragraph, colorful visuals, and fascinating annotations. It also offers an abundance of topics for high school students to explore further. Boast, Clare . Next Stop Series. Heineman Interactive Library, 1998.
Basic information is given on a range of topics from geography to sports and the arts.
Unfortunately, the book tends to focus on the negative side of Russian life and has numerous false statements, which seriously detract from its educational value. Bassis, Vladimir . Festivals of the World Series. Gareth Stevens Publishing, 1998. This book provides interesting information and colorful photographs on Ukrainian festivals and traditions.