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Books in Festivals Around the World series

  • Aboriginal Art of Australia: Exploring Cultural Traditions

    Carol Finley

    Library Binding (Lerner Pub Group, March 1, 1999)
    Describes the art of the Australian Aborigines including rock painting and engraving as well as sand and bark painting; also discusses the symbolism found in these works.
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  • Schools

    Margaret Hall

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Feb. 18, 2002)
    An overview of the world's schools with their various customs, curriculum, and activities, as well as school transportation and clothing.
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  • Transportation

    Margaret Hall

    Paperback (Heinemann, Aug. 6, 2003)
    A look at different modes of transportation used throughout the world.
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  • Around the World: Home

    Kate Petty

    Paperback (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, April 23, 2013)
    Wherever we live there is always somewhere we call home. We may share it with our family or sometimes with a whole community. This book looks at the homes of children from all around the world. There are photographs from countries in Africa, Asia, South America and Europe. Published in association with Oxfam this series aims to draw parallels between children from many different cultures.
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  • Schools

    Margaret Hall

    Paperback (Heinemann Educational Books Ltd, Jan. 15, 2003)
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  • All About African Lions

    Robert D. Scally

    Library Binding (EZ Readers, July 1, 2019)
    African lions are not the kings of the jungle. African lions are the kings of the Serengeti. Discover more fun facts about one of the worlds most beloved wild animals in All About African Lions. Lions is one of 18 books in our Animals Around the World series. Each title is beautifully illustrated with large, close-up photographs. Be sure to check out all 18 books!
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  • France

    Susan McKay

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 1, 1998)
    Describes how the culture of France is reflected in its many festivals, including the Cornouaille Festival, Bastille Day, and the Gypsy Festival
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  • Sweden

    Jessica Dean

    Library Binding (Jump!, Inc., Jan. 1, 2019)
    In this book, readers will learn about the unique and defining features of Sweden. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the key details of the country, including geography, climate, culture, and resources. Compelling questions encourage further inquiry. Includes reading tips for teachers and parents, a map, quick facts, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
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  • Ramadan

    Betsy Richardson

    Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Ramadan, the most sacred month of the year for more than 1 billion Muslims, is a holiday traditionally devoted to prayer, fasting, and charity, though more recently it has become an occasion for many Muslims to feast, party, and shop. Commemorating the revelation of the sacred Muslim text, the Quran, Ramadan is a time for Muslims to revitalize their spiritual lives. For one month, Muslims are required to fast during the daylight hours, and to abstain from certain behaviors, such as lying or smoking. The end of Ramadan is celebrated in a three-day festival called Eid al-Fitr, a time for friends and families to get together, make amends, and extend forgiveness. This book describes the various customs and traditions of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr celebrations around the world and how social and political influences have shaped these observances.
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  • Dancers of the World

    Aurélia Hardy, Sybile Sybile

    Hardcover (Auzou, Jan. 6, 2015)
    Join fifteen beautiful dancers from around the world in their dreams and inspirations! This book allows readers to discover different cultures through music and dance. Through the dancers' personal anecdotes—with accompanying beautiful illustrations by Sybile—readers will discover their true love of dance. Dancers of the World fulfills every girl's passion for dance!Aurélia Hardy is a dance, music, and literature enthusiast! She has been practicing ballet for more than twenty-five years and explores other varieties such as Latin and oriental dance. Writing about this art form has allowed her to fully live out her passion.Sybile is a Belgian artist, maintaining a drawing and painting focus. Her favorite mediums are acrylic painting and oil painting on canvas and paper.
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  • Around the World: Playtime

    Kate Petty, Oxfam

    Paperback (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, July 23, 2013)
    Every child enjoys playtime and has a favorite toy or game. Here are pictures of children from all around the world having fun playing alone or with their friends. Illustrated with stunning photographs from Vietnam, Russia, Ethiopia and many more countries, this series is perfect to share with the youngest child. Published in association with Oxfam this series aims to draw parallels between children from many different cultures.
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  • Schools

    Margaret Hall

    Paperback (Heinemann, Aug. 6, 2003)
    An overview of the world's schools with their various customs, curriculum, and activities, as well as school transportation and clothing.
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