fasts and feasts

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fasts and feasts

Christmas

Describes Christmas's history and its traditions around the world.

Chinese new year

Explores the various traditions associated with Chinese New Year celebrations, describing the food, customs, decorations, and dances Chinese people use to welcome in the new year.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Photographs and simple text in English and Spanish describe the life of Civil Rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr. and why his birthday is celebrated each year.

The Dumb Bunnies' Easter

It's Christmas Eve, and the Dumb Bunnies are celebrating the holidays in their own ridiculous way.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Describes the history and celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Let's get ready for Christmas

Talks about some of the traditions that are celebrated at Christmas.

April Fool's Day

Nancy, George, and Bess investigate when electronics are stolen from an April Fool's party.

Purim

An introduction to the Jewish holiday of Purim, which commemorates Queen Esther of Persia and how she saved the Jews.

Celebrate!

connections among cultures
Explores the similarities of rituals among several indigenous cultures around the world and compares them with celebrations in the United States. Includes a map and an author's note.

Day of the Dead

Explores the various traditions associated with All Soul's Day, describing the food, practices, and costumes used to celebrate.

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