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Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Holi Festival of Color event holds around the world today. This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the traditional foods that can be eaten at the event. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO."--
2) Puerto Rico
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1997
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how the culture of Puerto Rico is reflected in its festivals.
3) Carnival
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Carnival event holds around the world today. This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at some of the largest Carnival celebrations in the world."--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the parts of a dragon boat! Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Dragon Boat Festival event holds around the world today.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2023.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Harbin Ice and Snow Festival event holds around the world today. This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the facts and figures of the festival. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a look at the Chinese Zodiac. Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Taiwan Lantern Festival event holds around the world today.
8) USA
Author
Pub. Date
1999.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 2
Description
An overview of the United States of America that includes information on geography, history, government, lifestyle, language, customs, and current issues.
10) New Zealand
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how the culture of New Zealand is reflected in its many festivals and celebrations, including Waitangi Day, the Aotearoa Festival, and Golden Shears.
11) Jamaica
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2000, c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how the culture of Jamaica is reflected in its many festivals, including Reggae Sunsplash, the Maroon Festival, and the Jonkonnu.
12) Saudi Arabia
Series
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how the culture of Saudi Arabia is reflected in its many festivals, including Eid al-Fit, Eid al-Adha, and the Jinadriyah National Festival.
14) Scotland
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[1999]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Describes how the culture of Scotland is reflected in its many festivals, including Up-Helly-Aa, the Highland Games, and the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
15) Hannukah
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Appears on list
Description
This series encourages children to consider religious beliefs and cultural practices.
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
"Death is a natural and inevitable part of the human experience. And most civilizations, from ancient to modern, have devoted a special holiday to honoring the dead. Although many of these holidays have assumed a secular attitude, the original, supernatural tone of these days still colors the celebrations. Halloween, or All Hallow's Eve as it was once known, has become a day for children to don costumes, trick-or-treat for candy, and play pranks....
17) Carnival
Author
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Of all the holidays celebrated across the modern world, Carnival might be the most boisterous, and possibly the most fun. In the Christian religion, from Eastern Europe to the Americas, Carnival offers revelers an opportunity to celebrate the pleasures of life. Carnival is known for its exuberance, color, creativity, and culture. In many countries people celebrate the holiday with lavish parades, jubilant dancing, and nonstop music. Parade participants...
Author
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"This series explores the meanings and celebrations of holidays across religions and cultures around the world. It groups the holidays into volumes according to theme or by their common human experience. Each volume introduces readers to the origins, history, and common practices associated with the holidays before embarking on a worldwide tour that shows the regional variations and distinctive celebrations within specific countries. The reader will...