Asia - 9781087695174

Explore the vast and varied continent of Asia! This Primary Source Reader details the diverse governments, landscapes, and cultures found throughout the world’s largest continent. Asia • Details the geography, history, economics, and civics of each of the 48 countries in Asia • Engages students with colorful images and maps • Covers both physical and cultural geography with the “Map It!” activity • Includes a glossary and index, important discussion questions, and other tools to support social studies instruction Asia is home to billions of people and a kaleidoscope of cultures. This teacher-approved book provides students with the chance to understand life in Asia, including the history of indigenous peoples across the continent. With meaningful grade-level text and plenty of useful text features, this Around the World reader brings the wonders of Asia to life for students.