Holidays around the world

Simple text and illustrations give young readers an introduction to Christmas.

Brings the historical and cultural aspects of the Chinese New Year into focus, and young readers experience the full flavor of an event celebrated by over a billion people in China, and countless others worldwide.

Shares the story of Passover, and discusses the traditions, symbolism, and food associated with the Jewish holiday.

Explores the history of Kwanzaa, first created in the 1960s in order to provide awareness of African-American heritage.

Simple text and color images present various aspects of the Chinese New Year celebration including red decorations, the exchange of poems, Festival of Lanterns, Dragon Dance, fireworks, parades, feasts, and the remembrance of ancestors.

Describes the history of Thanksgiving and how it is celebrated in the United States.

Describes the beliefs, rituals, and traditions associated with the Muslim holiday of Ramadam, a month-long celebration of faith, family, and community, and Eid al-Fitr, the culminating festival.

Describes the beliefs, rituals, and traditions associated with the Muslim holiday of Ramadam, a month-long celebration of faith, family, and community, and Eid al-Fitr, the culminating festival.

Describes the history of Diwali and how it is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains.

Simple text and illustrations give young readers an introduction to Hanukkah.