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1) Saudi Arabia
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Presents a variety of facts about the country of Saudi Arabia. Topics range from wildlife and landscape to the culture and history. Includes a glossary, resource for further information, and color photographs.
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Adam and Zayneb embark on the Umrah, a pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina, in Saudi Arabia, but as one wedge after another drives them apart while they make their way through rites in the holy city, Adam and Zayneb start to wonder if their meeting was just an oddity after all.
3) Saudi Arabia
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"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Saudi Arabia"--Provided by publisher.
4) Saudi Arabia
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Describes the geography, history, government, economy, people, religion, and culture of Saudi Arabia.
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In Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, sixteen-year-old half-Hindu/half-Parsi Zarin Wadia is the class troublemaker and top subject for the school rumor blogs, regularly leaving class to smoke cigarettes in cars with boys, but she also desperately wants to grow up and move out of her aunt and uncle's house, perhaps realizing too late that Porus, another non-Muslim Indian who risks deportation but remains devoted to Zarin, could help her escape.
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In this debut YA friendship story set in Saudi Arabia, two girls navigate typical teen issues--crushes, college, family expectations, future hopes, and dreams. Sixteen-year-olds Leena and Mishie are best friends. They delight in small rebellions against the Saudi cultural police--secret Western clothing, forbidden music, flirtations. But Leena wants college, independence--she wants a different life. Though her story is specific to her world (a world...
7) Saudi Arabia
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An introduction to Saudi Arabia, covering its history, government, people, lifestyle and more.
9) Saudi Arabia
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An introduction to Saudi Arabia, the largest country in the Middle East.
11) Finding Nouf
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A Palestinian P.I. investigates the death of a pregnant Saudi teenager in a mystery that offers “a fascinating glimpse into the workings…of Saudi society” (Publishers Weekly).
When sixteen-year-old Nouf ash-Shrawi goes missing, her prominent family calls on desert guide Nayir al-Sharqi to lead a search party. Ten days later, Nouf’s body is discovered. The coroner determines that she...
When sixteen-year-old Nouf ash-Shrawi goes missing, her prominent family calls on desert guide Nayir al-Sharqi to lead a search party. Ten days later, Nouf’s body is discovered. The coroner determines that she...
12) Saudi Arabia
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"In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Saudi Arabia. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index"--
13) Saudi Arabia
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Briefly explores some of the history, culture, geography, politics, and economy of the land and people of Saudi Arabia. Includes photographs, a glossary, and access to further information through the Lightbox digital device.
14) Saudi Arabia
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A photo-illustrated introduction to the Muslim nation of Saudi Arabia, discussing the country's place in the world, and looking at its land, history, religion, politics, economy, people, communities, and foreign relations.
15) Saudi Arabia
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Examines the history, geography, people, government, economy, art, and recreation of Saudi Arabia.
16) The Secret Mecca
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The pilgrimage to Mecca, one of the five tenets of Islam, attracts three million worshippers to that holy site annually. This program traces the progress of a group of pilgrims privileged to follow in the footsteps of God's prophet, Mohammed. Sharing their beliefs, their feelings, and a strong sense of camaraderie, they spend 15 days traveling from Jedda, their entryway into Saudi Arabia, to Medina, Mecca, Mount Arafat, and Mina. A thorough background...