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Books in Fiesta! series

  • Pakistan

    I. Dore

    Paperback (The Watts Publishing Group, Feb. 8, 2001)
    By means of a central focus on festivals, this series gives children an introductory overview of different countries throughout the world. The information is designed in a lively fashion to catch the interest of young children. Each volume is based on a different country or group of countries and brings to life that country's geography, history, customs, religions and culture. Through songs, maps, artwork and photographs as well as craft projects and stories, each page draws the child in and provides activities that complement their schoolwork. Festivals covered include: Pakistan - Pul Harvest, Ashura, Shahi Durbar, Milad-ul-Nabi.
  • Brazil

    C. Phillips

    Paperback (Watts Pub Group, Dec. 31, 2000)
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  • Haiti

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, )
    None
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  • Hungary

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, Aug. 1, 2003)
    Discusses the festivals and holidays of Hungary and how the songs, foods, and traditions associated with these celebrations reflect the culture of the people.
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  • Germany

    Tim Cooke

    Hardcover (The Watts Publishing Group, Oct. 30, 1997)
    Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stage 2, an introduction to the festivals and traditions of Germany, with information on the stories that lie behind them. Includes details of costumes, songs and simple related activities. In the FIESTA! series, illustrated with colour artwork and photographs.
  • Japan

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, Aug. 1, 1997)
    Describes the festivals of this Asian country, showing how celebrations such as the Doll Festival, cherry blossom celebrations, and Children's Day with their songs, foods, and activities express the customs and beliefs of the people.
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  • Guatemala

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, Feb. 1, 1999)
    Describes the customs and beliefs connected to some of the special occasions celebrated in Guatemala, including Santiago Atitlâan, Christmas, and Semana Santa. Includes recipes and related activities.
  • Iran

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, )
    None
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  • Lebanon

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, )
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  • Russia

    Grolier Educational

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, June 1, 2001)
    Describes the customs and beliefs connected to some of the special occasions celebrated in Russia, including the Festival of Winter, Women's Day, and Victory Day. Includes recipes and related activities.
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  • England

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, Feb. 1, 1999)
    Describes the customs and beliefs connected to some of the special occasions celebrated in England, including Christmas, Saint David's Day, and Glorious Fourth. Includes recipes and related activities.
  • Germany

    None

    Hardcover (Grolier Academic Reference, June 1, 1997)
    Describes the festivals of this European country showing how the celebrations with their songs, foods, and activities express the customs and beliefs of the people.
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