How do people live in different regions around the world? This set explores world cultures, examining their creative expression, religions, and holidays. Readers will learn how different groups contribute and relate to other groups around them. Timely issues such as multicultural societies and cultural diffusion are presented. How technology changes the way people from different cultures communicate and share with one another is also surveyed. Accessible narratives and full-color photographs from different countries take readers on a journey around the world, as they gain a deep understanding of how people live. Features include: Graphic organizers and primary sources that provide a visual aid to deepen readers' connection to and understanding of the information. Engaging sidebars and fact boxes deepen readers' understanding of the topic. Aligns with social studies curriculum standards.