Bibliograph

Belize, Leslie Jermyn, Jui Lin Yong, Jason Brainard

Type

Label

Belize, Leslie Jermyn, Jui Lin Yong, Jason Brainard

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 10, Cavendish Square PublishingGrades 4-6, Cavendish Square Publishing

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Belize

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1126368063

Responsibility statement

Leslie Jermyn, Jui Lin Yong, Jason Brainard

Series statement

Cultures of the world

Summary

"If Belize is known for one thing, it's diversity. The only country in continental Central America to use English as its official language, this former British colony is host to a rich culture shaped by its Garinagu, Creole, Maya, Mestizo, and Mennonite population. Today, tourists flock to Belize to experience some of the greatest biodiversity on the planet. This latest volume utilizes helpful maps, intriguing sidebars, and colorful photographs to highlight the history, geography, wildlife, and traditions of this unique nation. Readers can even try their hand at making foods from Belize with simple recipes!"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

GEOGRAPHY Neighbors and features Regional differences Tropical weather Flora and fauna Two capitals? -- HISTORY Who were the Maya? Europeans arrive Gaining independence Ongoing conflict -- GOVERNMENT How it works Defense Political allegiances The Belize flag A political giant Key happenings today -- ECONOMY Farming From the sea Foreign visitors Money, drugs, and people Import/export Getting around Communications Energy usage -- ENVIRONMENT Protecting wildlife Water usage Paradise pollution Protecting the forest Waste mitigation Sewage The process of recycling Threatened species Refuges for animals -- BELIZEANS Creoles Mestizos The Maya Garifuna East Indians Mennonites Diverse is the word Well-known faces of history -- LIFESTYLE Off the coast Families Emigration Urban vs. rural Schooling Health care Shelter -- RELIGIONS Christians Mennonite beliefs Rastas The Garifuna belief system Folk tales -- LANGUAGE Creole English Spanish Other tongues Linguistic evolution Oral tradition -- ARTS Influences Literature Differing arts Punta, breakdown, and modern music Handmade crafts -- LEISURE Olden-day leisure in Belize Fun From airwaves to cable Life online Sports and games Beaches -- FESTIVALS National celebrations Fairs and competitions Local celebrations Carnival National Heroes and Benefactors Day Easter Celebrating cashews St. George's Caye Day Celebrating the Garifuna Christmas traditions -- FOOD Daily meals Mixing it up Spices and herbs Liquid refreshments -- MAP OF BELIZE -- ABOUT THE ECONOMY -- ABOUT THE CULTURE

Target audience

juvenile

Classification