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Description
This introduction to the Philippines provides information about the country's business, government, people, celebrations, and food.
Quick Summary
With 7,000-plus islands waiting to be explored, this guide to the Philippines serves up the perfect mix of weird wildlife like tarsiers and flying lizards, mouthwatering adobo and halo-halo, and festivals wild enough to make any kid want to book a plane ticket. Kids will love diving into the colorful celebration of Filipino culture where jeepneys look like party buses on wheels, basketball is basically a religion, and everyone from balikbayan relatives to internet-famous cats gets their moment in the spotlight. If your kid devours National Geographic Kids country books or loves the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, they'll instantly connect with this exciting cultural snapshot. Ideal for curious readers in grades 4-8 who want a fast, fact-filled adventure without feeling like they're doing homework.