Hoyt-Goldsmith, Diane

Describes the way of life of Mexican American families and their children who work as migrant agricultural laborers in Texas.

Describes the Day of the Dead, an important holiday in Mexico. On this day relatives and friends who have died are honored and their spiritual return to earth to share a feast with the living is celebrated.

Describes the customs and traditions connected with the celebration of a Mexican-American girl's fifteenth birthday, marking her coming of age.

A Vietnamese American boy describes the daily activities of his family in San Rafael, California, and the traditional culture and customs that shape their lives.

Describes the traditions of the Tsimshian Indians living in Metlakatla, Alaska, and, in particular, those connected with a potlatch they hold to celebrate their heritage.

Describes life on a Crow Indian reservation in Montana, and the importance these tribes place on buffalo, which are once again thriving in areas where the Crow live.

Uses one family's celebration of Passover to describe the religious significance, traditions, customs, and symbols of this Jewish holiday.

Ten year old Cherokee Indian, Bridget shares her personal history as well as that of her tribe.

Introduces a Louisiana Cajun family and their celebration of Mardi Gras including the music, the food, and the costumes.

A young Cochiti Indian girl living with her grandparents in the Cochiti Pueblo near Santa Fe, New Mexico, describes her home and family and the day-to-day life and customs of her people.