About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child starts asking questions about why other families celebrate different holidays or what those celebrations look like. This vibrant DK book serves as a visual passport to the world's festivals, from the glowing lanterns of Chinese New Year to the colorful altars of the Day of the Dead. It introduces diverse traditions through stunning real-life photography and simple, easy-to-read text. By focusing on the shared joys of family, food, and community, it helps children aged 4-8 build empathy and a genuine appreciation for cultural diversity, making the big world feel a little more familiar and friendly.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on death directly through its coverage of the Mexican Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos). The approach is cultural and celebratory, focusing on remembering and honoring ancestors with sugar skulls and offerings. It is not presented as a scary or sad topic, but as a joyful act of remembrance. Several festivals have religious roots (Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas), but they are presented from a secular, cultural perspective, focusing on the traditions rather than theological details.
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