If the world were a village : a book about the world's people /

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by Smith, David J.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Authors: Armstrong, Shelagh,--1961- Series: CitizenKid Published by : Kids Can Press, (Toronto :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 32 cm. Subject(s): Population. | Human geography. Year : 2011 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Glen Stewart Elementary School 304.6 SMI Available

Includes bibliographical references.

Comparing the world population to a village of 100 persons, the author reveals such facts as the languages of the village, how much each earns, if the person is literate, has a television and has enough to eat.

Welcome to the global village -- Nationalities -- Languages -- Ages -- Religions -- Food -- Air and water -- School and work -- Money and possessions -- Energy -- Health -- The village, past, present and future -- Teaching children about the global village.