Everyone loves a reason to have
a good time, and although cultures
around the world have their own
unique feasts and festivals, we
all share many of the same reasons
to celebrate. Now you can learn
about the many ways people from
around the globe celebrate their
special days, and join in the fun!
Celebrate Chinese New Year while
making chiao-tzu dumplings, then
pop over to Saudi Arabia and taste
delicious date-nut cookies called
ma’amoul while celebrating
Eid ul-Fitr. Make an elaborate Venetian
mask to wear at a masquerade ball
in Venice during carnevale, then
pound out a festive rhythm on the
Igbo drum you’ve made and
celebrate the Iriji festival in
Nigeria. Eat, drink, and make merry
with the many diverse and exciting
crafts, recipes, and activities
in this book. No matter what language
you say it in, celebrations are
fun!
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