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On June 23, 2018, twelve young players of the Wild Boars soccer team and their coach enter a cave in northern Thailand seeking an afternoon's adventure. But when they turn to leave, rising floodwaters block their path out. The boys are trapped! Before long, news of the missing team spreads, launching a seventeen-day rescue operation involving thousands of rescuers from around the globe. Combining firsthand interviews of rescue workers with in-depth...

"On a tiny Thai island without room for a soccer field, a group of resourceful teen boys gathers scraps and works together to build a floating field so they can play the game they love"--

Discusses the festivals and holidays of Thailand and how the songs, foods, and traditions associated with these celebrations reflect the culture of the people.

Describes how the culture of Thailand is reflected in its many festivals, including Songkran, Loy Krathong, and the Surin Elephant Round-Up.

Text and plentiful color photos present an informational overview of Thailand, covering its land, plants and animals, history, schools, language, work, food, recreation, holidays, and other parts of its culture. Also includes national facts, trivia, and related Web sites. Offer a child a ticket to explore a new world! Each title covers one fascinating nation and vividly portrays its key features-from rugged mountains to tropical beaches, from ancient...

"Explores the culture, traditions, and festivals of Thailand through its food"--Provided by publisher.

"Thailand's culture is a blending of the Buddhist religion and ancient traditions passed down through centuries. This interesting book describes how influences from surrounding countries such as India, China, Cambodia, and others in southeast Asia have helped to develop many of the colorful festivals celebrated today." --

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Thailand"--Provided by publisher.