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China

China

(A to Z)

By Ron Fontes and Justine Fontes

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Interest Level

Grades 3 - 5

Reading Level

Grade level Equivalent: 3.9

Lexile Measure®: 720L

DRA: 34-38

Guided Reading: P

Genre

  • General Nonfiction
  • Dictionaries
  • Series

Theme/Subject

  • Asian History
  • Asia
  • Geography and Map Skills

Reading Quiz Programs

SRC! Quiz

About This Book

From animals to the Zhalong nature preserve, learn all about the ancient and fascinating country of China.

Series Information

This country series offers information on culture, geography, history, economy, and government, all in one. Organized by topic, each book will allow young readers to experience a world beyond their own, while making cross-country comparisons.

Sections such as "Keepsakes," "Windows to the Past," and "X-tra Special Things" focus on elements unique to the featured country. Also featured are maps, language and fun fact sidebars, glossary, books for further reading, and websites.

Series Features

• Organized by topic to allow for quick cross-country comparisons
• Includes unique sections like Only In, Question, Window to the Past, X-tra Special Things, and Unusual Places
• Bold, colorful photography
• Includes a map and timeline for quick, easy reference
• Includes table of contents, glossary, and index
• Includes educational and fun websites

About the Authors or Illustrators

Ron Fontes
Ron Fontes was born in Los Angeles, California. He grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee. Ron has been a...
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Justine Fontes
Justine Fontes says, "After briefly wanting to be a cow, because I thought it would be peaceful, I d...
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