"From Laos to Mexico, China to Scotland, Iran to Nicaragua, and more, A Year of Celebraciones follows the main character's continuing cultural education as she learns about how different kids and families she knows celebrate New Year's. Traditions include decorations, gifts, foods, and gatherings. This exciting tour of the globe will encourage kids to learn about how their own families ring in the end of the year and the beginning of the next, while...

"Ramadan is almost here! It's Zain's favorite time of the year. Well, it usually is. After a recent move, will Zain find a new Muslim friend to celebrate with him? Learn about holidays and festivals around the world with the Holidays in our home series"--Back cover.

In rhyming text, when the whole family and guests show up for the big dinner at Grandma's house, it becomes clear that the house is much too small to hold them all.

When Santa falls ill and Christmas may have to be canceled, Pete the cat comes to the rescue.

Illustrations and rhyming text introduce special days around the world, including the Spring Festvial, Inti Raymi, Eid al-Fitr, Día de Muertos, and the New Yam Festival. Includes calendar of special days and notes.

"When each family at the diverse Juniper Court apartment complex needs something to light up the dark of winter, the stumpy, lumpy candle provides a glow brighter than the fanciest taper, revealing the true spirit of each holiday it illuminates"-- Provided by publisher.

"When a snowstorm prevents all the relatives from coming in for the holidays, a family has to adapt their traditions and find new ways to celebrate."-- Provided by publisher.

"When Priya moves from India to America, she finds a way to share her favorite holiday with her new neighbors"-- Provided by publisher.

Counting from one to ten, a family celebrates all the magical moments that make up Diwali.

Rhyming text presents traditions used to celebrate the Day of the Dead. Graveyard skeletons shake, rattle, and roll in this spirited Day of the Dead celebration featuring bold and colorful cut-paper illustrations. A two-page illustrated afterword gives factual information about el Dia de los Muertos, the reverent but fun celebration honoring relatives who have passed on, and the special rituals, images, foods, and customs associated with this joyful...