This volume explores the many likenesses and differences in people and cultures of more than 50 nations, from Afghanistan to Zaire—ways of life, beliefs and customs, foods, houses, games, and arts.
Books to Read
There are so many fine books about the sea, you're sure to find plenty to enjoy. The books listed here are only a sampling. Your school or public library will have many more. Ages 5 to 8 A First...
Biologists and Archaeologists
Marine biologists study all the different kinds of animals and plants in the sea. They learn how each kind of creature gets its food, defends itself, and so on. Some marine biologists examine sea...
Geologists
Marine geologists study the land beneath the sea. Their work helps people learn more about the world. Their work is also important because the land under the sea is a vast source of valuable...
Coast Guards
The Navy offers many careers, both at sea and on land. People aboard ships do all kinds of tasks above and below the deck. Sometimes sailors spend many months at sea. Their ship is refueled at sea by...
Cooks and Photographers
> The navigator on a cruise ship uses computers, charts, and special > instruments to plot the ship's course. An underwater photographer uses a waterproof light and camera to take pictures of...
Fishermen
> A lobster fisher empties a lobster pot. A pot is a trap made of wood > or metal slats. The fishers on this ship are hauling in a large catch of tuna. The tuna will be processed and sold fresh or...
Sea gods
Most people of long ago believed that the sea was ruled by a great god or spirit. The sailors of many ancient lands worshipped sea gods and prayed to them for protection. The sea god of the ancient...
The terrible kraken!
For thousands of years, sailors of many European lands told tales of giant octopuses ---octopuses so enormous they could wrap their arms about a ship and drag it beneath the water! These giants were...