El Salvador
From the Series Exploring Countries
El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated Central American country. Because of its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, it must endure volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. Hurricanes also sweep in from the Caribbean. However, El Salvadorians don't let these events quiet their vibrant culture. This book introduces El Salvador's landscape, cuisine, wildlife, heritage, and much more!
| Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 3 |
| Copyright | 2012 |
| Genre | Nonfiction |
| Publisher | Bellwether Media |
| Imprint | Blastoff! Readers |
| Series | Exploring Countries |
| Language | English |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Lexile | 810 |
| Scholastic Reading Counts! Level | 5.3 |
| Scholastic Reading Counts! Quiz | Q56824 |
| Scholastic Reading Counts! Points | 3.0 |
| ISBN | 9781600147302 |
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| Title Format | Reinforced book |
| Release Date | 2012-08-01 |
| Author | Walter Simmons |
| Dewey | 972.84 |
| Guided Reading Level | R |
| ATOS Reading Level | 4.7 |
| Accelerated Reader® Quiz | 149834 |
| Accelerated Reader® Points | 0.5 |
Tri State Young Adult Book Review Committee
Critical Annotation: El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America. It is bordered by Honduras and Guatemala and the Pacific Ocean. It has an active volcano called Santa Ana that in fact did erupt as recently as 2005. You can find beautiful tropical birds such as the blue and gold macaws, toucans, and quetzals. They do have alligators and crocodiles living in their lagoons. There are 6 million people living in this small country. Spanish is their official language. Their children wear uniforms to school. One of their favorite foods are the empanadas (stuffed pastry) and atoll (a thick drink made from boiled corn). The book is very colorful and full of pictures. A first book of El Salvador for children will keep them entertained and should encourage them to learn more about the children will keep them entertained and should encourage them to learn more about the country. Although small, the author made the most of the information provided. It includes a section of Spanish words. Could be a great resource for teachers. Includes Fun Facts, Did You Know, a few graphs, a map, glossary and To Learn More: bibliography and web sites. Index