In a war-torn Middle Eastern country, Noor and Farah find an old book in an abandoned library with a picture of a dragon matching Noor's birthmark, and when the girls are found by a patrol of soldiers, Noor goes through an unexpected transformation.

Eight true stories of bravery and courage enacted by men and women involved in modern conflicts in the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.

In a mid-ninth-century Bedouin camp in the Arabian Desert, a horse is born to a prized Arabian war mare who dies during the birth, and the foal is raised with dreams of continuing her mother's glory as a war mare. Includes facts about Arabian horses and their importance to Bedouin tribes.

Mesopotamia is known as the cradle of civilization! This ancient society rose between two major rivers thousands of years ago. With its rise came new languages, laws, gods, and agricultural practices. This title explores all of the above, with special interest paid to the daily lives of ancient Mesopotamian people. This informative title is filled with engaging features such as profiles of gods and leaders, a cause and effect graphic, a time and place...

Once part of the mighty Ottoman Empire, Turkey has a long and rich history. Stretching into both Europe and Asia, it is a land of mountains, lakes, and coastal plains. Travel to Turkey and experience both the ancient relics of the Ottoman Empire and the vibrant culture of modern Turkish people.

Considered the Holy Land for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, Israel is a sacred place that holds a rich history. This small country is filled to the brim with diverse cultures and varied landscapes. Readers will discover all that Israel has to offer in this exciting title.

Pakistan became a country in 1947 after the Muslim people of India fought for the creation of an independent state. Now, Pakistan is the second most populated Muslim-majority country in the world. Young readers will learn about Pakistan's geographic features, its abundant wildlife, and the strong culture of its people today.

Egypt is one of the oldest countries in the world. People love to visit the ancient pyramids outside of Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Thousands of years ago, pharaohs ruled Egypt, and people mummified many pharaohs after they died. Students will read all about mummy museums, school and work life in Egypt, and how Egyptians use the Nile River in their daily lives.

Israel is a country with deep religious roots. It is considered the homeland of the Jewish people. In this book, young readers will be introduced to Israel's devout people, historic landmarks, and foods that create an interesting and unique cultural heritage.

Iran is a Middle Eastern nation whose history spans more than 5,000 years! Many of its people share deep roots in the Islam faith, but the day-to-day lives of people from different ethnic groups allow varying customs to shine! This title puts readers inside the homes of this nation, introducing them to popular foods and celebrations. Readers will explore special features that cover a traditional activity, a recipe, a famous face, a language, a timeline,...