"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Italy"--Provided by publisher.

Find out what it's like to live in Italy by reading 8-year-old Matteo's letters. He'll introduce you to his family, tell you how to make pasta from his grandmother's recipe, and show you how to play his favorite playground game.

Discusses life in Renaissance Europe and the life of Leonardo da Vinci.

This book provides an introduction to the history, geography, people, economy, transportation, communications, and social life and customs of Italy.

Describes how the culture of Italy is reflected in its many festivals, including Carnival, various Saints' days, and the Venice Regatta.

Series shows what people eat in other countries and how their food is produced. Includes agriculture, farming methods and how the country's diet influences its people's health.

This book discusses some of the foods enjoyed in Italy and describes special foods that are part of such specific celebrations as All Saints' Day, the Festival of Saint Dominic, and Carnival.

Colorful photographs and informative text introduce young readers to the culture of Italy, along with step-by-step instructions for related arts and crafts projects.

Relates the experiences of children's author Giselle Potter when, at the age of seven, she toured Italy with her family's tiny theater company, The Mystic Paper Beasts.

"At one time, Rome was the center of the world. From there, the Roman Empire once spanned three continents. Over the centuries, modern Italy grew to make Rome its capital, bringing a new sense of unity to the people, along with influences from around that long-dead empire, evidence of which is all around the visitor to Rome. Inside, visit this vibrant city where the past is always just around the corner, but never holds back an exciting future,"--page...