Author: Mary D. Lankford
Whether you're in Mexico, the Philippines,
Sweden, or the United States, a birthday
is reason to celebrate.
But the ways this day is celebrated
are as diverse as the languages above.
Here is a collection of birthday customs
from seven countries, carefully researched
and vibrantly illustrated by the creators
of Christmas Around the World.
You will find information on the history
of birthday celebrations, superstitions,
and even ideas for planning an Around
the World birthday party.
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