Pop-Up Books Notes

Lindsey- Bosnia
1. Serbian is the language spoken in Bosnia.
2. Children stories are written about morals, religion, and their lifestyle.
3. Jews and Gypsies were sent to many death camps in Bosnia during the Holocaust.
4. Poorly made toys are played with.
5. They design eggs on Easter.

Shania- Peru
1. Their government is a constitutional reuplic.
2. In Peru, children play with marbles, coins, and regular sports as we play.
3. Issac Goldenburg is a famous author/writer from Peru.
4. Rice, potatoes, chicken, fish, and vegetables are regular ingredients in their daily meals.
5. Weaving, portraits, cultural mosaics, sculptures, and other paintings are common arts in Peru.

Faith- Brazil
1. The school day lasts about four hours.
2. The Amazon rainforest still holds tribes that are isolated from civilzation.
3. Brazilian folk tales were first told by the indegious people.
4. Queiamada is a popular game that children play that is similar to team tag.
5. Brazil is the only country that does not speak Spanish in South America.

Caleb- Zimbabwe
1. Kirstie Comventry is a famous Olympic swimmer originating from Zimbabwe.
2. Burger is a game played by children to learn about adulthood.
3. Parlimentry Decmocracy is their government.
4. April 18th is their Independence Day
5. Zimbawbe dates back before the 1400s.

Mark- Greece
1. 10,601,524 people live in Greece.
2.  Homer wrote the famous works The Iliad and the Odyssey.
3. Aesop wrote the famous moral the Tortoise and the Hare and has taught many lessons on life.
4. Baked lamb with potatoes is a common meal with the Greeks.
5. The Delphi theater is a popular tourist attractions sits 5,000 people.

John- Spain
1. Turren is a popular Spanish almond candy dish eaten.
2. Pio Peep is the children's main nursery rhyme book in Spain.
3. Madrid is the capital of Spain.
4. In 1493 Spain started to colonize North America.
5. December 8th they celebrate the day Saint Mary was purified.

Hannah- Portugal
1. One of the poems Fly Ladybug Fly is oddly popular in Portugal.
2. Instruments are used for enteratainment.
3. Custard is a main dessert.
4. April 25th is their Independennce Day.
5. The Portugese Revolution ended monarchy there in 1910.

Haley- Switzerland
1. Their government is a federal republic.
2. Swedish is their native language.
3. Ragdolls are common toys in Switzerland.
4. Albert Stephen originated from Sweden, writing and being the author of The Calender of Soul.
5. Most festivals are celebrated with fireworks.

Samantha- Morocco
1. Children go to school 30 hours in a week.
2. Weddings last two days, with men having up to four wives.
3. They have the 6th most popular language in the world.
4. They have 28 letters in their alphabet.
5. Beef is not eaten in Morocco.

Madori- Germany
1. Turkish, Russian, Polish, and German is all spoken in Germany.
2. Thumb toys are used for fun by children.
3. Germany has a president that is Head of State, but not of the country.
4. All Saints Day is similar to Halloween.
5. Adolf Hitler was considered a leader, despite him being catagorized as a dictator.

Kristen- Japan
1. Matsuo-basho created many literary works.
2. Japan is one of the best educated contries.
3. They have a empereor and constitutional monarchy.
4. Slurping the misu soup shows appreciation and respect of the meal.
5. Yoko-Hama is a desired travel location in Japan.

Taylor- Fiji
1. They have no native language-English and Hindu is spoken.
2. Happiness, sadness, and life are topics told through children's books.
3. They do not wear hats in their village for they do not want to disrepect the chief.
4. Schools in Figi are expensive.
5. They only have 700 primary schools.

Raychel- Italy
1. Cinderelle is the Italian version of Cinderella, a popular tale told there.
2. Gergio Napalintenoto is their current prime minister.
3. From ages 5 to 16 school is required.
4. January 5th is their typical Christmas Eve.
5. The Leaning Tower of Pisa is a popular tourist attraction in Italy.

Karlie- Egypt
1. Arabic is their native language, with added dialect.
2. Iris Aly is a famous Egyptian whose books have been even printed in English.
3. They invented the spinning top and many board games.
4. In 1822 heiroglyphics were finally deciphered.
5. Guests are required to give presents to the host when invited to eat.

Paige- Argentina
1. The Magic Bean Tree is a famous legend.
2. Their main major sport is soccer.
3. Christina Hernandes is the current president of Argentina.
4. Lunch is the most important meal of the day.
5. Free education is available and required for children ages 6-14.

Katara- France
1. The Effiel Tower is the most popular tourist attraction found in France.
2. Victor Hugo who wrote the Hunchback of Notre Dame originated from France.
3. They have toy libraries where children can rent toys instead of books.
4. School is not required after the age of 15.
5. Cheese and dairy are major parts in their cuisine.

Gunnar- Thailand
1. They had a monarchy until 1932, although they still have a King.
2. Thailand has one of the largest armies in the world.
3. Until 1939 the country was named Siam.
4. They have one of the highest literary rates in the world.
5. The Baht is used as their currency.

Dale- Panama
1. The Panamal canal is a famous attraction.
2. Most people there are Roman-Catholic.
3. Panama City is their capital.
4. The famous children's story Babar the Elephant originated from Panama.
5. Children play with marbles, dolls, and other familiar toys.

Courtney- Scotland
1. "Count the Stars" is a famous nursery rhyme for babies there.
2. Their language is similar to modern English, with added dialect.
3. Parks and gyms are popular places for children to play.
4. It is costumed to eat Banicks which are griddled cakes made of oatmeal.
5. They get paid to go to school after the age of 16.

Josh- United Kingdom
1. Over 62 million people live in England.
2. J.K.Rowling is an extremely famous author from here who wrote the Harry Potter series.
3. Crickett is the main sport there.
4. They have a monarchy; Queen Elizabeth the 2nd is the current ruler.
5. Fish sandwiches and chips served in newspaper is a native meal.

Viola- Ireland
1. In the 5th century Irish literature became fully literate.
2. Mr. Fox is a game similar to tag. They also have a rendition of Duck Duck Goose.
3. Dublin is the capital.
4. Their governemnt is a Republic and Parlimentary Democracy.
5. For hundreds of years vegetables, meat, and fish have been their source of food.

Gabrielle- Bolivia
1. Spanish is heir offical language, although 30 other languages are spoken there.
2. Humpty Dumpty is the usual nursery rhyme told in Bolivia.
3. Children hardly play with real toys.
4. On February 19th a carnival is held for celebration.
5. The Moon Valley is a tourist attraction found in Bolivia.

Abby- Madagascar
1. The main language spoken is Mali but French and English is also spoken there.
2. Rice is eaten for every meal, serving as the main dish.
3. Poem is used heavily in Madagascar.
4. Swimming, playing raboka, and boad games are children's form of entertainment.
5. Jean Jospeh and Charlotte Samsoa are famous literary authors.

Chase- Venezuela
1. Traditional toys are marbles, tops, and yoyos.
2. They have a Federal Republic as their government.
3. They enjoy dips and salsas as festive food.
4. Their Independence Day is April 19th.
5. In 1811 Venezuela declared independence from Spain.

Sara- Sweden
1. Childen's literature is important in Sweden.
2. For entertainment children play outside and in parks a lot with marbles and dolls.
3. Fish is a big dish for cuisine.
4. Lucis is on December 13th, a Swedish holiday.
5. In 1254 Stolkholm, their capital city, was founded.

Kelsea- El Salvador
1. Spanish and their native languge is spoken here.
2. Poetry is their most famous form of literature, with most children's books being bilingual.
3. Children play with similar toys as ours.
4. Coffee is drank by both adults and children.
5. They have a republic as their form of government.