carnival

Of all the holidays celebrated across the modern world, Carnival might be the most boisterous, and possibly the most fun.

Presents an illustrated adaptation of the familiar song about a girl and her friend who go to a carnival.

"Agatha Mistery and her cousin travel to Venice to investigate the theft of an ancient crown during the Carnevale celebrations."--Provided by OCLC.

After Malaika's mother marries a French-Canadian, the family moves to Qu?bec where it is cold, no one understands when she talks, and Carnival is nothing like the celebration Malaika knows from home.

"Describes the holiday of Mardi Gras, including how and where it's celebrated and its history"--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated introduction to Mardi Gras.

A collection of full-color photographs by J. C. Brown which celebrated the masks seen during carnival in Venice.

Imagine a gathering of thousands of people bedecked in masks and sparkling clothes. Some people are dressed up like kings and queens, and some look like funny clowns. Parades pass along the street every hour, and gifts are tossed to the crowds. Doesn t this sound like a scene straight from a fairy tale? However, this party is no fable. This is Mardi Gras, and it s all about having fun. With its tradition of costumes and gift-giving, it is like Halloween and Christmas rolled into one. Readers will learn the party s rich history of parades, gigantic floats, masquerade balls, and the reason why it is also called Fat Tuesday. Additional Facts, Full-Color Photographs, Glossary, Table of Contents.

Presents 154 articles on alphabetized aspects of Easter, as well as related observances and celebrations such as Lent and Carnival, including information on customs, symbols, history, and folklore, and providing a further-reading list in each entry.

Participating in a first Carnival since her mother left to find a better job, Malaika fears she will not be able to dance in the parade without a costume and comes up with an idea to use scrap fabric to create a patchwork rainbow peacock outfit.