Holiday History
Series of 6 titles
How are holidays celebrated around the world? Where did holiday traditions like Christmas trees and Halloween costumes come from? Learn about the history of some of the most celebrated holidays in this fun series. Each book highlights a holiday or celebration, covering its history, associated cultures and religions, and different celebrations around the world. Each book also details the holiday's symbols and traditions such as decorating, fasting, feasts, clothing, and gift-giving.
Real-life photographs take readers around the world, while an At a Glance feature provides a map and quick facts on each holiday or celebration. Each title includes a table of contents, infographic, glossary, index, compelling What Do You Think? sidebars to encourage deeper inquiry, and reading tips for teachers and parents.