festivals

"Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the . . . Carnival event holds around the world. This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at some of the largest Carnival celebrations in the world"--Provided by publisher.

"This title is complete with historical and modern illustrations and photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the parts of a dragon boat! Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Dragon Boat Festival event holds around the world"--OCLC.

"This title is complete with historical and modern photographs, as well as a glossary and a closer look at the rules for mushers and their dog teams. Learn all about the history and cultural significance that the exciting Iditarod race event holds around the world today"--OCLC.

Eleven-year-old Amelia thinks of herself as devoid of talent, but when the dragonfly staff goes missing seven days before the Dragonfly Day Festival, she takes it upon herself to catch the thief and save her town.

Itty and her best friend Luna Unicorn enjoy all the snowy activities at the Frost Festival, but before Itty can judge the ice sculpture competition, an ice pick goes missing and one sculptor blames another for stealing, so Itty must find the missing carving tool and find a way to settle the argument.

"When Sadiq and his classmates host a festival celebrating their own cultures, they find a way to make sure everyone in their class has traditions to share"--OCLC.

". . . describes different things that happen during Toonik Tyme, an annual festival in Iqaluit that celebrates Inuit traditions and the return of spring"--Back cover.

The culture of Puerto Rico is as complex as the beliefs and ways of life of the many people who live there. Readers will learn that before the arrival of the Spanish, Puerto Rico was called Boriqu?n by the Ta?nos. They will also learn that it has the only tropical rain forest in the U.S. Forest System, among many other interesting facts. With an emphasis on Puerto Rico's contributions to sports, arts, music, and food, this book offers a comprehensive look at the country and its inhabitants. Colorful photographs and high-interest text will motivate learners in absorbing curricular social studies subjects.

Mexico is a nation of magnificent cultures. Readers of this beautifully designed volume will explore the converging heritages that have shaped Mexico, including those of ancient civilizations. Need-to-know information about the past and present, such as how the country's capital was built by the ancient Aztecs and the many contributions Mexican peoples have made to art and literature, are accompanied by stunning photographs. This multifaceted analysis of history and culture offers a uniquely and motivating take on curricular social studies.

"When wind knocks down the decorations for the neighborhood fall festival, Daniel and his friends try to fix the decorations in time."--OCLC.