; ;

Poland

The front end pages contain a large map  of Poland.  The back end pages contain a map of Poland and surrounding countries in Europe.  The book begins with a brief history and geographical features.  Several cities are highlighted.  The people and culture chapter includes names of famous Poles.  The education system is described.  Christmas and Easter are two important holidays.  Favorite foods and traditional dishes are mentioned.  One recipe for beet soup is included.  Although most people travel by car, other methods are by railways, by water, and by air.  The book concludes with short chapters on nature and tourism destinations.  Glossary, index, and several reliable websites are included.  There are many colorful photographs that complement the text.  Contains good information for writing country reports.  There is no photo or illustration about the country flag, but accurate information can be found on the recommended websites.