"Jordan is a flourishing Middle Eastern country with a long history spanning thousands of years. This book provides a careful study of the country--in particular, its traditions, people, economy, and geography." --

Understanding Jordan Today is an accurate and contemporary presentation that explores the Middle Eastern nation of Jordan with a focus on the country as it is today: current issues, culture, and lifestyle. The book is written in an easy-to-read enjoyable narrative form for elementary readers grades 3-6. The Jordan title includes a native recipe and craft for students to create. Elementary students are encouraged to consider evidence from informational...

A discussion of Jordan's past, its present problems and progress, its possible future, and its people.

Discusses the Dead Sea, describing the features that make it unique as well as the scrolls that were discovered in nearby caves.

Describes the geography, wildlife, history, government, economy, religion, and culture of Jordan.

"The Dead Sea might sound like a scary place to cool off on a hot day, but many people flock to its waters. The Dead Sea got its name because its salty waters can kill any fish or plants that try to live in it. However, scientists have just recently found a kind of bacteria that live on the seafloor. Readers will find out that some truly spooky things happen around this Middle Eastern lake, like sinkholes opening around its coastline! They'll also...