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2007 - 2008 School Year
September	U.S. West Coast September usually marks the beginning of school and the end of summer fun in the sun. However, it's always sunny in this issue of FACES! Come cruise down the "All American Road" on the Pacific West Coast, where the beaches are endless and the surf's up. Read about the volcanoes that line this beautiful region, and "The Rock" that once held Al Capone. Discover what kids on the West Coast love about their region. From the people to the food, this issue gets to the heart of the West Coast.
October	India Visit the Taj Mahal, meet Mother Theresa, and practice your yoga! We're going to India, a country with one of the world's fastest growing economies, dozens of languages, and great food. Learn to speak Hindi, honor your siblings, and find out what's so great about Bollywood.
November	Teens Around the World Rebellious, trendy, and full of potential, teens around the world have similar hopes and dreams. Hear the opinions of young people about their own cultures and futures, then learn how to get involved in making the world a better place. Find out what it's like to be a teen in Uganda, Korea, and Kyrgyzstan. What opportunities do young people have? How do teens communicate? What rites of passage do they experience? Study up on popular music (ever heard of Celtic battle metal?) Then try an IM language quiz.
December	Travel the World from A to Z Join FACES as we journey around the world alphabetically. From Australia to Zimbabwe, each letter of the alphabet represents an amazing location. The trip includes stops on all seven continents and to some of the world's largest cities and smallest countries. Visit and explore such places as London's Square Mile, Vatican City, and the White House.
January	Portugal Ola! Hello and welcome to Portugal. It's time to visit the country that boasts a web-footed dog, cork trees, and a festival featuring giant plastic hammers. Everywhere you look in Portugal, you will see beautiful tiles called azulejos. These tiles cover the outside of homes and businesses alike. Next, sample some octopus and squid and then tour islands where the land bubbles and boils. A Portuguese folktale, a recipe for honey cakes, and an interview with a Portuguese boy round out this exciting issue.
February	Islam in Africa Islam is one of the major religions of Africa. In such countries as Algeria and Sudan, more than half the population is Muslim. See the variety of clothes worn by Muslims in Africa, meet women forging new ground as religious leaders, read interviews with children in Tunisia and Egypt, and discover the unique relationship some Muslims have with their cattle.
March	Ireland Have you heard of the game of hurling? Do you know why Ireland is called the Emerald Island? Learn the answers to these questions and much more as FACES explores this Celtic land of master storytellers and traditional music. Think the Irish speak English? Learn about the English of Ireland - 'tis quite a bit different than our English. Meet Tommy's latest e-pal, famous Irish Americans, Aoife and Fiachra, and cook up a yummy potato dish. A history of Irish Americans, the legend of St. Patrick, and strange tombs round out our tour of Ireland.
April	Go Green Whether your family drives a hybrid, recycles, or buys in bulk - there is much everyone can do to protect and take care of our planet. In this issue, we cover the latest in going green - from the Beijing Olympics' green buildings to an eco-troubadour singing to save the earth! Learn about cars that can run on air, houses powered by wind and sun, and all the newest information about this most important topic. Special features include celebrities and what they're doing to be green, plus what are our eco-activists readers up to?
May	Elvis Presley Do you know why he is called "The King?" Find out how a poor boy from Mississippi became the world's most recognized pop icon in this issue that's all about the one and only Elvis Presley. Meet people who make a living impersonating him, tour his famous home Graceland, and discover how he influenced music, race relations, musicians, and the whole world. You'll also learn how to throw your own Elvis Presley themed movie night. Thank you. Thankyouverymuch.

2008 - 2009 School Year
Jul/Aug	Wonders of the World From Angel Falls to Zambia, our July/August issue takes you on a tour of some of the most amazing places on our planet. Visit ancient, natural, and modern wonders of the world, including the Taj Mahal, the Bay of Fundy, and roller coaster rides worth standing in line for. Robert San Souci's creation myth takes you to America's spectacular Grand Canyon. Also, meet a wondrous critter: the echidna.
September	Elections Around the World Whether they are involve marbles or touch screens, elections are happening somewhere on this earth practically every day. How do people in remote villages in the Amazon or the Russian tundra manage to vote? Find out in this issue. Get an inside look at what election observers do, learn how to be a legislator, and explore the reasons why riots sometimes happen around election time. Peek into the diary of a first-time voter and learn about the pros and cons of lowering the voting age.
October	Switzerland
Nov/Dec	Let's Celebrate Holidays and festivals around the world.
January	Alaska & Hawaii
February	Brazil
March	Ethiopia
April	Water
May/Jun	Indonesia
Jul/Aug	Music Around the World

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