From the series Countries of the World
China
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2023
Reviewed From the series Countries of the World
Reading Level Grades 1-2Interest Level Grades K – 3Copyright 2023
ReviewedChina is home to incredible wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and over one billion people! In this title, readers will explore this and more with the help of leveled text and bright, colorful images. As they read, maps, profiles, greetings and more will further help students discover more about this fascinating country.
'China covers basic information of the country. It has appealing images and maps as well as words in bold that correlate to a Glossary at the end of the book. Readers will be interested in the unique animals of the Asian continent, favorite sports like: table tennis and Tai Chi, as well as some of the exotic items the people eat including: Sichuan pork, Peking duck and dumplings. This book is recommended for any library where students at a young age do country research or for English language learners. The Blastoff! Readers Countries of the World series contains many informational chapters including but not limited to: All about the country, land and animals, life for the people, and facts. These books also include a glossary with terms that are in bold throughout the book as well as an index and a section with links and books to learn more about the country. These books are recommended for grades 1-3. They are at “Level 2 which offers early readers a bit more challenge through varied sentences, increased text load, and test-supportive special features.', Midge Livingston, South Sound Book Review Council, Washington
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