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Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
In Strega Nona's village, the holiday season is a time of celebrations-and nothing says celebration like a feast. All the kitchens are bustling from the Feast of San Nicola, when the children choose the food, to the Feast of Epiphany, when someone gets to be king or queen for the day. Even the animals share in the holiday spirit, and when Big Anthony smells the delicious treats Strega Nona is cooking for them, he decides that just a taste couldn't...
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English
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ALSC Notable Children's Books 2021 (Gr. 3-5)
Arab American Heritage Month - Tweens
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Tweens
Ramadan for Kids
Arab American Heritage Month - Tweens
Asian Pacific American Heritage - Tweens
Ramadan for Kids
Description
"Day of Joy is a collection of short stories that showcases the most brilliant Muslim voices writing today, all about the most joyful holiday of the year: Eid! Eid: The short, single-syllable word conjures up a variety of feelings and memories for Muslims. Maybe it's waking up to the sound of frying samosas and simmering pistachio kheer, maybe it's the pleasure of putting on a new outfit for Eid prayers, or maybe it's the gift giving and holiday parties...
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Agatha Raisin mysteries volume 19
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English
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Description
Agatha Raisin's detective agency has become so successful that now all she wants is some R&R. But as soon as she cuts back her hours, Agatha remembers that when she has too much quality time, she doesn't know what to do with it. So it doesn't take much for the vicar of a nearby village to persuade her to help publicize the church fete, especially when the fair's organizer, George Selby, happens to be a gorgeous widower. The problem is that several...
5) Diwali
Author
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
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Description
This is a simple introduction to the customs and traditions connected with the Hindu celebration of Diwali.
9) Ramadan
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Pub. Date
[1996]
Language
English
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Description
Describes the celebration of the month of Ramadan by an Islamic family and discusses the meaning and importance of this holiday in the Islamic religion.
14) Hindu festivals
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Series
Pub. Date
[1997]
Language
English
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Description
Provides an overview of the Hindu religion, including its history, ceremonies, and customs.
19) Divali
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Series
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
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Description
An introduction to the Hindu festival of light and happiness.
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