social life and customs

Looks at cultural traditions in Ghana, covering a variety of holidays and festivals.

A father returns home to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Presented in English and simplified Chinese.

The three Binkerton children pay a visit to the Good Times Travel Agency and find themselves transported back to ancient Egypt.

Describes the disgusting details of daily life in the Roman Empire.

In graphic novel format, presents a guidebook to Tokyo, Japan, focusing on shopping, food, getting around, and other topics.

"The Day of the Dead is a celebration honoring those who have left this world. Readers of this volume will understand the meaning behind the holiday as well as the costumes, decorations, food, and other customs associated with it. A recipe for champurrado (Mexican drinking chocolate) and instructions to create a skeleton craft are also provided"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the history, social life and customs of Puerto Rico, discussing its government, religion and more.

Rashin is an Iranian immigrant girl living in New York, excited by her first trip to Coney Island, and fascinated by the differences in the beach customs between her native Iran and her new home--but she misses the saffron flavored ice cream that she used to eat.

A teenager from Nepal shares her everyday life.

Explores the culture of Vietnam through its language, religion, and food.