Honduras

November 15, 2016
With bright photos and welcoming descriptors, like Full of Wonder and Breathtaking, the books in the Countries We Come From series present young readers with attractive overviews of individual countries around the world. Each begins with a world map showing the country's location and two to three sentences stating its population and the region of which the country is a part (e.g., Central America). Vibrant photos fill the ensuing pages, mixing full- and double-page spreads with circular pictures that spotlight specific elements of the land or culture. Readers will learn about the country's geography and wildlife; crops and/or industry; Native peoples, conquerors, and independence; and aspects of culture, such as language, festivals, cuisine, and popular pastimes. In Honduras, readers discover that the Maya originally lived here and that its modern residents love playing soccer. Fast Facts, a picture glossary, and an index round out these concise and reader-friendly introductions to some of the world's countries.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2016, American Library Association.)