fasts and feasts

Simple text and photographs introduce the Presidents' Day holiday as well as Presidents Washington and Lincoln for whom it is named.

Introduces young readers to the history and traditions associated with Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Presents an introduction to celebrations around the world, including month-by-month calendars of holidays, festivals, and more. Includes activities.

Simple text teaches children what they can do to help save the planet.

Illustrations and simple text describe how one family celebrates Christmas.

Color photographs and simple text introduce the history and customs of Thanksgiving.

Jenny's holiday spirit is ruined when her English class decides to do a gift exchange and she picks Dana, then, to make matters worse, she hears Sam is going home to England and she was not invited to Marc's party.

Introduces young readers to the history and traditions associated with Independence Day.

Simple text and photographs introduce Christopher Columbus and the Columbus Day holiday.

Presents a discussion of the month-long Muslim holiday called Ramadan, and covers the pilgrimage to Mecca and other customs, such as fasting, praying, visiting mosques, reading the Qur'an, and giving charity.