Saudi Arabia

Summary: Founded in 1932, Saudi Arabia is a relatively young nation compared to most other countries. However, its rich oil resources have given it a major role in the events of the 20th and 21st centuries. Readers will explore Saudi Arabia's incredible history, from its earliest settlement thousands of years ago to its current status as one of the world's wealthiest nations. They will also learn about the country's rich culture, explore its cities and towns, and find out what life is like for the Saudi people today.

Record details

ISBN: 9780531207932
ISBN: 0531207935
Physical Description: print
144 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 25 cm.
Publisher: Children's Press : New York, [2015]
Copyright: ©2015

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	A nation transformed -- Deserts, mountain, and oasis -- The natural world -- The birth of the kingdom -- A powerful monarchy -- Oil is king -- A common heritage -- The birthplace of Islam -- Arts and sports -- Ancient and modern -- Timeline -- Fast facts -- To find out more.
Study Program Information Note:	Accelerated Reader 7.9. Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.9 3 169198. Reading Counts RC 6-8 10.3 64622.