This book helps students and teachers explore the concept of culture and to appreciate the diversity of cultures of the world. The nine cultures in the book represent a variety of races and environments. Each chapter offers ideas for activities for student to explore elements of culture and common human experiences. The chapters are divided into categories to facilitate an interdisciplinary approach with activities designed to address multiple intelligences. Cultures highlighted include: (1) Brazil; (2) Egypt; (3) Haiti; (4) Hawai'i; (5) The Lakota, Dakota, Nakota; (6) Poland; (7) Sweden; (8)Tibet; and (9) Vietnam. An appendix that features a discussion about biomes and a bibliography that includes general references as well a recordings, videos, children's books, teacher works, organizations, and audio cassettes conclude this document. (EH)