Introduces the history, customs, and practices of this holiday commemorating the victory of the Mexican army over the French on May 5, 1862.

Cinco De Mayo: Celebrating Hispanic Pride (Finding Out About Holidays)

Children's Books

Gnojewski, Carol

Holidays & Celebrations

Enslow Pub Inc

Presents the history and meaning of All Souls' Day, or the Day of the Dead, in Mexico, and discusses the Aztec and Spanish contributions to the celebration, holiday customs, decorations, and foods, and the skull as a holiday symbol.

Day Of The Dead: A Latino Celebration Of Family And Life (Finding Out About Holidays)

Enslow Elementary

Provides information about the origin and customs of Kwanzaa, ideas for celebrating this holiday, and directions for making such crafts as people dolls, a centerpiece, and African clothes.

Kwanzaa Crafts (Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do)

Arts, Music & Photography

Kwanzaa is a Swahili word that means first fruits. This African-American holiday, which is based on traditional African harvest festivals, centers around the Nguzo Saba, or the seven principles of black culture. In this wonderful addition to the Finding Out About Holidays series, author Carol Gnojewski explains the development of Kwanzaa by Professor Maulana Karenga, an African-American cultural leader. She explores the seven principles, and explains how they can be used to enrich every American's daily life. Full-color photographs, a craft project, and Internet addresses help the reader understand more about the traditions and practices involved in this wonderful holiday.

Kwanzaa: Seven Days of African-American Pride (Finding Out About Holidays)

Provides information about the origin and customs of St. Patrick's Day, ideas for celebrating this holiday, and directions for making such crafts as an Irish shamrock, a Blarney Stone, Celtic jewelry, and puppets.

St. Patrick's Day Crafts (Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do!)

Presents the history and meaning of Ramadan, the Muslim month of fasting, and discusses the Islamic calendar, Ramadan prayers, life during the fast, and Eid ul-Fitr, the holiday celebrated at the end of Ramadan.

Ramadan: A Muslim Time of Fasting, Prayer, and Celebration (Finding Out About Holidays)

A great way for kids to participate in holidays, this series of craft books includes step-by-step instructions with photos and requires inexpensive materials that can be found at home or in the classroom.

Cinco De Mayo Crafts (Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do!)

Provides information about the origins and purpose of Earth Day, ideas for celebrating this holiday, and instructions for making a ball from old rubber bands, a trash person sculpture, and an extinction game.

Earth Day Crafts (Fun Holiday Crafts Kids Can Do!)

Profiles the often-controversial pop star, from her childhood in suburban Michigan to her high-profile life in England.

Madonna: Express Yourself (American Rebels)

Learn more about the African-American culture with these ten easy-to-do crafts. Also, while you do these crafts read about famous African Americans. Some of the exciting crafts included are a Star Puzzle, a Paper Basketball, and Invisible Postcards!

African-American Crafts Kids Can Do! (Multicultural Crafts Kids Can Do!)

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