fasts and feasts

Describes the customs of traditional Islamic festivals and celebrations.

Traces the history and significance of the Jewish fall festival which commemorates the wandering of the Israelites in the wilderness and the festival with which they celebrated their arrival in the Promised Land.

Discusses the origins of traditions surrounding the Jewish holidays.

Explains the origins and meaning of ten Jewish holidays, including Shabbat, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simhat Torah, Hanukkah, Tu Bishva, Purim, Passover, and Shavuot, and discusses the traditions associated with each.

An easy-to-read introduction to the Jewish holidays explaining their origins in Jewish history.

The story and customs of the gayest of Jewish holidays which celebrates how Queen Esther saved her people from the wicked Haman.

Presents stories, poems, songs, recipes, crafts, and other activities for special days that are significant to people of Jewish faith.

Discusses the importance and celebration of the Jewish High Holidays, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.