Answers questions about manners, behavior, responsibility, hygiene, and everyday life in the United States. An activities section is included.
In this beautifully illustrated multicultural children's book, a little Chinese boy named Long-Long accompanies his grandfather into the city to sell cabbages in order to buy food and decorations for the New Year. Selling cabbages is harder than Long-Long expects, and he encounters many adventures before he finds a way to help his grandfather, and earn New Year's treats for his mother and littl…
Explores national day (patriotism day) traditions from around the world, including independence days and patriotic holidays.
A beautifully illustrated, award-winning, and fascinating look at the Middle Ages by Aliki, the beloved creator of many popular books for children. The King is coming to visit! The lord and lady of Camdenton Manor must work quickly to prepare for his arrival. It will take weeks to ready rooms, set up tents, and prepare the feast itself. Everyone is busy hunting and hawking, brewing and churning…
Describes a year of special celebrations in Japan, with historical and cultural information, including recipes, crafts, and legends.
Join Max and his Chinese friend, Ping, as they celebrate the Lunar New Year, the Dragon-Boat or Dumpling Festival and more. Find out the significance of various Chinese customs and practices. Discover the rich and colorful wealth of Chinese festivals through a child's wide-open eyes. Have fun making Chinese red packets and lanterns! 32 coloured pages.
Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate Chinese New Year and how it is celebrated.
Open a book and let the celebration begin! Treat your kids to fun in learning with this festive series on holidays and celebrations. Each book teaches diversity and culture by discussing the holiday's origin, rituals, customs, foods, decorations, and more. With simple writing supported by vivid, full-color photographs, how could this series be anything short of a good time? This series explores…
This fact-filled Rookie Read-About Holiday book introduces the youngest readers (Ages 3-6) to Chinese New Year. Colorful photos and very simple nonfiction text encourage children to read on their own as they take an in-depth look at the traditions and festivities of this holiday.