Explore the World, Education & Teaching 

World Studies ©2008 Medieval Times Today Student Edition Customize your own unique balance of history, geography, and culture with your choice of eight small-book or two full-volume options! Using standards-based content and research-proven reading instruction, World Studies expands students' understanding of each world region through a focus on its major countries. Considerate text design and narrative combine with enhanced reading strategies—such as Target Reading Skills and key terms defined in context—to make lessons accessible to students at all levels. Features and Benefits Interactive maps Lead students to geographic literacy with MapMaster™—the map skills instruction system enhanced with online maps.Research-based reading instruction Integrated reading skills instruction and vocabulary development improve comprehension for all students.Technology that brings content to life Take exciting journeys around the world with over 20 Discovery Channel School ® World Studies video segments per book, integrated at point-of-use.Hands-on activities Geographer's Apprentice Activity Pack presents activities that explore the geography of the world's regions through maps, data, and primary sources. - from Amzon